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Despite Richmond’s rent cap, some tenants still seek lower rates, citing maintenance issues

By Mariam Zagub | October 3, 2019 |

Two Richmond residents file a petition for a rent decrease amidst dilapidated housing conditions.

Mayor holds off rent board appointment

By Andrew Beale | March 10, 2017 |

A packed house at Richmond City Council on March 7, 2017, when the council was supposed to appoint a rent board. Photo by Andrew Beale.

Richmond city council was scheduled to vote on appointing a five-member rent board, but Mayor Tom Butt removed the item from the agenda.