Senior Citizens Protest Rent Hike at Affordable Housing (video)

Grand Opening and Rent Increases

The grand opening of Tucker Tower in March garnered attention from local leaders. The 120-unit building, designed to assist seniors, was meant to provide affordable housing. However, residents reported a rent increase two weeks ago, with some seeing hikes as high as $138 per month. This increase came in the middle of their lease agreements, causing widespread concern and distress.

Residents’ Reactions and Legal Provisions

Residents, such as one who expressed her distress by saying Authorities and Community Response

District 9 Commissioner, who was present at the grand opening, spent nearly two months reviewing the contracts to find a solution. He announced that residents would not see a rent increase for the remainder of their lease agreement. A letter confirming this decision will be sent out to the residents. There is a plan to finalize details, including the provision allowing rent increases based on new area median incomes.