MICAH works with congregations, faith leaders, and community partners to increase awareness and understanding the need for affordable housing. This creates advocates who fight for changes in public policies to encourage all communities to preserve and build affordable housing.
St. Paul cannot allow annual rent increases to outpace the income growth of working and middle class households.
Residential renters make up 50% of the residents of St Paul, however people in low- and medium-income households, and on fixed incomes, face a shortage of affordable rental units.
Read MoreOn July 8th, 2020, the St. Paul City Council voted unanimously to pass the Stable, Accessible, Fair and Equitable (SAFE) Tenant Protection ordinance. This major victory for fair housing and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color will increase the quality of life for St. Paul renters for years to come.
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