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Fear of retaliation keeps renters in poor Kansas housing
A University of Kansas survey finds low income renters in Douglas County endure decaying homes with mold pests and safety hazards while fearing eviction if they report issues. Many say authorities and landlords ignore requests, leaving them with little recourse despite state law gaps and local ordinances in Wichita and Topeka aiming to curb retaliation and improve inspections.
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Kansas
University of Kansas
Douglas County
Christina Holt
Center For Community Health and Development
EU Life Span Institute
Holt
Mike Hoheisel
Wichita
Hoheisel
KMUW
Shawn Land
Land
Topeka
Hoeheisel