Jacksonville Rents Climb Again, May Surge Worries Tenants
Lack of Statewide Rent Control Puts Tenants on Edge The issue of rising rents continues to affect tenants throughout Jacksonville. Florida’s ban on statewide rent control has been in place since HB 1112 passed in 1977. This longstanding statewide ban makes it nearly impossible for local governments to implement rent stabilization measures. This leaves many renters worried about their financial stability. Without legal caps on rent increases, tenants find themselves in a precarious situation. Tenant rights ensure landlords follow eviction procedures and maintain standards of habitability. The post-COVID rental economy is unraveling, further exposing renters to unpredictable dynamics. However, the absence of limits on rent hikes adds to financial anxiety. The rental market operates without affordability safeguards. This leaves tenants vulnerable to fluctuations and unpredictable rent increases driven by market forces. Though landlords must provide proper notice for rent increases, ther...