Municipalities Push Back Against Landlord-Tenant Law Changes

The League of Wisconsin Municipalities opposes plans by Republican state lawmakers to limit the regulatory powers of city governments. The Senate Committee on Insurance, Housing and Trade held a hearing at the Capitol Wednesday.  The change would end the cities’ ability to do systematic building inspections for rental properties.  The league says irresponsible landlords are being protected while jeopardizing the health and safety of renters.  Supporters say the legislation is focused on tenant-landlord rights and development.