Dossier
tenant protections
Coverage of tenant protections in the Nexus archive.
- San Francisco family devastated as they face nearly 90% rent increase
A San Francisco family in the Richmond District faces a nearly 90% rent increase after their building's new ownership exempted the unit from tenant protections. The Waldman family, including 19-month-old Henry, has lived there since 2021 and now must pay $7,000 monthly rent in September.
- Labour's Renters' Rights Act could cause student landlord exodus
The proposed Labour Renters' Rights Act may lead to a significant exodus of student landlords, potentially causing a shortage in student housing. The legislation aims to strengthen tenant protections but risks discouraging property owners from renting to students.