Advocacy & Government Affairs
Rental housing policy is decided with or without you at the table. MLA makes sure owners have a seat — at city hall, the county commission, and the West Virginia Legislature.
A unified voice for rental housing providers
We advocate for fair, workable housing policy that protects property rights while supporting quality, affordable rental homes across Mercer County. When ordinances, taxes, or state law change, our members hear about it first — and have a champion.
- Monitor city, county & state legislation affecting rentals
- Provide testimony and comment on proposed rules
- Build relationships with elected officials
- Mobilize members through Calls to Action
Reasonable rental-registration & inspection rules
Supporting safety without duplicative fees or burdensome red tape on responsible owners.
Fair & predictable landlord-tenant law
Clear notice periods, enforceable leases, and a functional eviction process.
Property-tax fairness
Opposing disproportionate assessments and fees on rental housing.
Legislative tracker
Illustrative examples of the kinds of measures MLA tracks for members — not a live bill-status feed. Confirm any specific measure with the issuing body.
| Measure | Level | MLA Position | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rental Compliance & Safety Code (Art. 1752) | City of Princeton | Member guidance | In effect since 2018 |
| Notice-to-Vacate Period Update | WV Legislature | Support | Introduced |
| Habitability & Inspection Standards | County Commission | Engaged | Under review |
| Short-Term Rental Zoning | City of Bluefield | Monitoring | Public comment |
Positions are set by the MLA Board and Government Affairs Committee. Members receive detailed alerts through the portal.
Join the Government Affairs Committee
Lend your experience, meet with officials, and help shape the rules that govern your properties. Open to all members in good standing.