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We deserve to live in a DC where we can all afford to stay in our homes, feed our families, and be able to enjoy all that the city has to offer. Housing availability and affordability are at the core of Miguel’s vision for a Ward 1 that is affordable for everyone. More people deserve to live here, and to do so affordably.
Housing is a human right, but we cannot guarantee access to housing that does not exist; that is why we need to significantly increase the supply of housing by making it easier, faster, and cheaper to build all types of housing, including both subsidized affordable housing and market-rate housing.
As a Councilmember, Miguel will support proven tools to build more housing while protecting tenants’ rights — that’s not an either-or. Tackling housing affordability and supply challenges requires a full-spectrum approach. We certainly need to build more homes in Ward 1 in order to bring down costs and increase access to housing; simultaneously, we can and must preserve affordability and protect tenants’ rights so that our neighbors can afford to continue living where they choose.
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