HALIFAX – The NSNDP is calling on the Houston government to create an enforcement unit, end the abuse of fixed-term leases, and implement real rent control as renters continue to push for fairness within the Residential Tenancies system.
Julia Anctil spent almost a year fighting illegal eviction attempts in Residential Tenancies hearings and Small Claims Court. Although she eventually won her court case, her landlords will not face any fines or repercussions.
Despite recommendations from a $300,000 report and advocacy from both renters and landlords, the Houston government has refused to implement a Residential Tenancies Enforcement Unit.
A Houston government official also recently admitted that they know fixed-term leases are being abused in…
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