Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava delivers keynote address at the United Nations.
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Renters in Miami-Dade now have a little more protection.
On Wednesday, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava signed a Tenants Bill of Rights bill that had previously passed unanimously in the county commission.
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This new measure helps tenants while not financially crippling landlords.
It ensures renters’ rights to address sub-standard conditions. It gives tenants the ability to get landlords to pay for certain repairs. It also guarantees renters access to resources and documents explaining their rights.
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Another significant issue that still needs to be addressed is rent hikes. The county cites a report that more than half of the renters in Miami Dade spend more than 30-percent of their income on rent.
Commissioners said it’s a matter of supply and demand, they’re working on it.
A report from the county posted on April 15th shows 44 affordable housing projects in progress, totaling more than 4700 units. Nineteen such projects are 50% completed.
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The housing crisis is leaving many desperate for help. That’s why CBS News Miami wants to share your stories to show the crisis you’re in or how you navigated the system. We will highlight these issues and work to get answers and solutions. Send us an email at housing@cbs.com.
