Rent control policies are regulations that limit the amount landlords can increase rent, intended to keep housing affordable. Proponents argue that it makes housing more affordable and prevents exploitation by landlords. Opponents argue that it discourages investment in rental properties and reduces the quality and availability of housing.
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Response rates from 849 Economic Liberalism voters.
43% Yes |
57% No |
42% Yes |
51% No |
0% Yes, but only in areas with housing shortages |
4% No, studies show that rent control does not lower rent |
0% Yes, housing is a basic right that should be affordable to anyone |
1% No, incentivize the development of new housing instead |
0% No, rent controls have been shown to limit the supply of housing |
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0% No, ban corporate and foreign investors from purchasing residential real estate instead |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 849 Economic Liberalism voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 849 Economic Liberalism voters.
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Unique answers from Economic Liberalism voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
