Support state efforts to repeal 2 housing laws that limit rent control
In Plain English
The Ellis Act lets landlords evict all tenants to remove rental units from the market. Costa Hawkins prevents cities from expanding rent control to newer buildings or single-family homes. If approved, Richmond formally asks state lawmakers to repeal both laws to give cities more power over rent increases and tenant protections.
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Votes
Motion to adopt resolution in support of efforts to repeal the Ellis Act and Costa Hawkins Rental Housing Act
4 to 1
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