Rent Cap in Baden-Württemberg Extended Until the End of the Year

The state government has extended the rent control in Baden-Württemberg until December 31, 2025. The regulation continues to apply in 89 cities and municipalities with tight housing markets, including Stuttgart, Karlsruhe, and Freiburg, the government announced on Thursday. The rent control is intended to prevent excessive rent increases in these areas. Landlords may only exceed the local comparative rent by a maximum of 15 percent for new renta…