Controversial rent stabilization ordinance clears first pass before Providence City Council

By: Alexander Castro

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: April 3, 2026

Words: 1,003

Last Updated: 3 months, 4 weeks ago

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A proposed rent stabilization ordinance that would cap annual rent increases in Providence at 4% for certain properties in the capital city has secured the first of two votes needed before it can head to the mayor’s desk.

The Providence City Council voted 9-6 Thursday night to approve on first reading the ordinance introduced in January.

“Tonight, the Providence City Council spoke for the 60% of residents in our city who rent …

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