Georgia House Bill Aims to Tackle Rising Rent Costs in Valdosta
VALDOSTA, Georgia – The cost of renting a home in Valdosta, Georgia has surged by nearly $300 between 2022 and 2023, according to new data. As rising rent prices continue to be a concern for many residents, a new house bill has been proposed that could potentially allow cities in Georgia to implement rent control laws. This legislation aims to address the pressing issue of affordable housing in the state. The bill, introduced by Representative Eric Bell, comes as Georgia faces a housing crisis. In Valdosta alone, the average rent has skyrocketed from $833 in … Read more