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Should a nationwide rent cap be introduced?

Poll results

Should a nationwide rent cap be introduced?
Support
Reject
Don't know
82%
36%
7%
PolitPro Community – 3272 respondents – 07.07.2023-14.07.2023

Poll information

Should a nationwide rent cap be introduced? 82% of respondents are in favor of introducing a nationwide rent cap, while 36% are against.

:undecided% chose the answer "Don't know". The survey was conducted among 3272 users of the PolitPro app during 07.07.2023-14.07.2023. The results are not representative, but may give a rough idea of the political mood around the issue.

Pros - What's in favor?

  1. Limiting rental costs: a nationwide rent cap would limit rental costs and lead to more affordable housing. This could help counter rising rents and reduce the housing cost burden for tenants.
  2. Social Equity: A rent cap would promote social equity by helping to reduce social inequalities. Low-income and low-income households would be less affected by high rent increases and could continue to stay in their neighborhoods without being threatened with displacement.
  3. Stabilizing the housing market: A rent cap could help stabilize the housing market and counter speculation. By capping rents, pressure on tenants would be reduced, which could lead to a more balanced and stable housing situation overall.

Cons - What's against it?

  1. Market intervention and restriction of investment: A rent cap could be seen as interfering with the free market and could affect investment in housing. Landlords could have less incentive to invest in housing because the potential return would be limited. This could lead to a decrease in housing supply and a decline in housing quality.
  2. Distortion of housing market dynamics: a rent cap could lead to a distortion of housing market dynamics, as landlords may have fewer incentives to maintain or renovate rental properties. This could lead to long-term deterioration of the housing stock and affect housing quality.
  3. Regional Differences and Flexibility: A nationwide rent cap might not adequately address the different housing market conditions in different regions. Rents vary widely by location, and a uniform rent cap could hinder flexibility to respond appropriately to regional differences.