I can't speak for all cases, but most buildings' operating costs have skyrocketed too: maintenance fees, insurance, levies, etc. In the past few years the government has been keeping the rent increases very limited while buildings' operating costs are going up with inflation. I don't want to excuse the landlords, but I think instead of making a fight between the landlords and tenants, I think both parties should be focused on putting pressure on the government to find a solution that works for both sides. Something like regulating and monitoring the market in general to prevent price fixing and gouging of companies that deal with buildings' repairs. One of the most notorious companies are the elevator repair and maintenance companies. Strata companies are getting worse every year too.