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Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

L.A. cuts tentative deal to provide $15 million to spare Chinatown tenants from steep rent hikes

A tentative deal between Los Angeles housing officials and a landlord could provide financial relief for residents facing rent increases at a Chinatown apartment complex. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
East Bay (California)

Opinion: How wealth worsens California's housing crisis and what lawmakers can do

Housing insecurity spiked due to COVID-19, inflation, and high living costs. California introduced social housing legislation to address the crisis. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

These Bay Area residents live in affordable housing. Why did their rent skyrocket?

Low-income housing in California is subject to rent ceilings imposed by public subsidies, but privately owned low-income housing units are exempt from rent caps.
The Tenant Protection Act in California limits rent increases to 10% per year, but some low-income renters are still experiencing significant hikes in rent. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Do I Have to Allow the Landlord to Do Building Repairs in My Apartment?

Landlords can do work in rent-stabilized units and raise rent accordingly, but certain conditions apply.
Rent increases for major capital improvements may not be allowed if the building has fewer than 35% rent-regulated units. [ more ]
therealdeal.com
2 months ago
Upper West Side

UWS Tenants Accuse Slate of Inhumane Displacement

Tenants at Slate Property Group's Upper West Side apartments are facing displacement due to lease non-renewals and significant rent increases.
Slate Property Group is accused of elevating rents substantially, causing distress among residents who fear being forced out of their homes. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Commuter towns follow cities with unaffordable rent

Commuter towns in the UK are witnessing significant rent increases due to cities becoming expensive.
Areas near major cities like Bolton, Newport, and Bradford experienced sharp rent price hikes over the last three years. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Heaven nightclub at risk after landlord 'tries to raise rent by 320,000'

Nightclub Heaven is facing significant rent increases, with the landlord seeking to raise rent by 320,000.
The owner, Jeremy Joseph, highlights the impact of rent increases on venues, calls for support, and emphasizes the need to protect the hospitality industry. [ more ]
www.bbc.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Heaven owner: Massive rent rise puts hospitality venues at risk

Increased rents are risking closure of hospitality venues like Heaven nightclub.
Landlords and tenants are in disagreement over rental increases, leading to legal battles. [ more ]
Kqed
3 months ago
California

LA Tenants Face Deadline To Start Paying Back Rent Debt | KQED

Renters in Los Angeles are no longer protected from eviction or rent increases, meaning they must start paying back rent and face potential rent hikes.
Prison officials in California have been mishandling misconduct complaints by reclassifying them as routine grievances to reduce backlog. [ more ]
Kqed
3 months ago
California

LA Tenants Face Deadline To Start Paying Back Rent Debt | KQED

The City of Los Angeles is ending renter protections implemented during the pandemic, requiring tenants to pay back rent and allowing rent increases in rent-stabilized apartments.
A report criticizes state prison officials for mishandling misconduct complaints, including reclassifying complaints as routine grievances to reduce a backlog. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

Corporate landlord raised tenants' rent too much, suit says. $3.7M settlement reached

Invitation Homes, a corporate landlord in California, raised the rents for 1,900 homes in violation of state laws.
Invitation Homes has agreed to settle the case for over $3.7 million, refunding or crediting tenants and paying civil money penalties. [ more ]
KQED
4 months ago
California

These 4 Bay Area Cities Could See Rent Control Measures on the 2024 Ballot | KQED

California's 2019 Tenant Protection Act capped rent increases at 10% for most properties built at least 15 years ago.
The act also imposes 'just cause' eviction protections, limiting the reasons landlords can evict tenants. [ more ]
Eater NY
2 months ago
NYC food

Five More Restaurants Have Closed in New York City

Small businesses facing closures due to rent spikes
Impact of societal conditions on restaurant closures [ more ]
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