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 282 1012 voters.
72% Yes |
28% No |
68% Yes |
23% No |
2% Yes, housing is a basic right that should be affordable to anyone |
3% No, incentivize the development of new housing instead |
2% Yes, but only in areas with housing shortages |
1% No, studies show that rent control does not lower rent |
0% No, ban corporate and foreign investors from purchasing residential real estate instead |
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0% No, rent controls have been shown to limit the supply of housing |
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Unique answers from 1012 voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
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No, but it should de-regulate and invest more in house building
