Housing affordability

For many years, community groups in D.C. have advocated for affordability. Some buildings, but not every building, fall under rent control. However, housing accommodations, such as federal or District-subsidized rental units, are exempt from rent control. For rental units built after 1975, a provider may increase rent enough to earn a 12% rate of return on investment based on 12 months of expenses. Property owners call this a hardship, which burdens tenants with the cost.
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