Dear Governor Lombardo,

Thank you for standing against rent control policies that would hinder the long-term stability and growth of our community. I agree with you that rent control is not the right solution and would do more harm than good.

Rent control measures lead to housing shortages, reduced property maintenance, and decreased property tax revenue for local governments. Frequently it hurts those it intends to help the most – including people of color.1

Rent control, which discourages investment in maintenance and development of rent-controlled units, leads to deteriorating living conditions. Similarly, it causes public health consequences we cannot afford. The Census Bureau found that one-third of rent control units had rodents.2

Further, the economics of rent control don’t add up.3

Thank you for your work this legislative session to address solutions that promote housing development and affordability without discouraging investment in the housing market.