Summary
A plan to raise rents $100, set a $792 base for new tenants, and lock in a 5% annual increase at the two city senior apartment buildings was pulled after councilmembers questioned whether the housing division already has charter authority to set rates. About 340 residents live in the buildings, each needing over $8 million in repairs, and the buildings run at a deficit.
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Last discussed Mar 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Rent money funds operations of two buildings that lose money annually and each need $8M+ in repairs.
All taxpayers if operating deficits shrink; seniors get predictable, below-market rent with utilities included.
Seniors on fixed incomes facing a recurring 5% increase, and tenants waiting on new leases while the item is on hold.
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