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About Californians for Housing Solutions
Our mission is to help elected officials and the general public solve California’s housing crisis with common sense ideas and solutions.
We believe there are alternatives to rent control that can have a profound impact on property owners, housing supply, and affordability in California.
We strive to be the voice of reason that advocates for proven solutions to solve California’s housing shortage and affordability crisis.
The Problem with Rent Control
Rent control leads to less new construction because developers are unsure their properties will be profitable.
Rent control can eventually result in neighborhood blight as properties get older and businesses leave for better locations.
Owners of rent-controlled property have no incentive to upgrade their units. Even the cost of maintenance may be higher than the rent collected in some instances.
Alternatives to Rent Control That Work
There are alternatives to rent control that can have a profound impact on property owners, housing supply, and affordability in California.
Promote and use grants and programs like housing vouchers designed to assist tenants with their rent.
Promote programs and grants like down payment assistance and redevelopment efforts that increase the housing supply.
Remove regulatory barriers like outdated building codes and growth restrictions that constrain the supply of new affordable housing.