UMD students, landlords clash on proposed early lease ordinance
If passed, the ordinance would prohibit landlords from offering a lease renewal earlier than 180 days after the start of the tenant’s current lease.
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College Park residents divided over student rent subsidy pilot program
The city would need GPA, Pell Grant eligibility and enrollment data from this university to verify a student’s eligibility for the pilot program.
It’s time for rent subsidies to create affordable housing in College Park
Without action, housing affordability will get worse before it gets better.
Students have decried College Park housing costs. New apartments could worsen the issue.
Two new apartment complexes are expected to open in the next year.
Some UMD undergraduate commuters say housing costs pushed them out of College Park
At some apartment buildings, rent can be more than $1,200.
Amid the pandemic’s uncertainty, UMD students are already looking for next year’s housing
Many students are weighing their options before signing a year-long lease.
UMD provides additional information on face covering policies
All students and employees will be provided two face coverings.