Out-of-state investors are pushing for rent hikes that outpace wages and inflation, say a tenants’ rights movement pushing for rent control
Many say more lobbying for affordable housing is needed many places in Kentucky as well as nearby states.
Since rent control can increase numbers of affordable units in the short term, but decrease affordable rental stock overall, the idea has been politically controversial.
Louisville needs more longer-term housing solutions if rent continues to rise, housing analysts warn.
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