The problem is that is HAS control over making more housing. And, indirectly, it HAS control over making housing cheaper. Because what it does it suppresses th

The problem is that is HAS control over making more housing. And, indirectly, it HAS control over making housing cheaper. Because what it does it suppresses the supply of housing, it makes it more expensive for anyone not living in a rent-controlled apartment. Also, sooner or later, the quality of the apartment will match the rent.