Rent stabilization votes spark controversy in major US cities.
TL;DR
The Rent Guidelines Board passed a preliminary first vote on proposed rent hikes for one-year and two-year leases for rent-stabilized apartments in New York City. The potential adjustment could increase rent 2-5% for one-year leases and 4-7% for two-year leases. Landlords and tenant advocates increased the pressure on the Rent Guidelines Board ahead of the vote on Tuesday night. The decision will impact nearly 2 million New Yorkers.
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- Rent Guidelines Board passes preliminary 1st vote on 1-year, 2-year leases for NYC rent-stabilized apartments WABC-TV
- Proposed rent increases in NYC FOX 5 New York
- Rent stabilization discussions continue on Minneapolis City Council KSTP
- Rent for Millions of New Yorkers Could Increase by 2 to 5 Percent The New York Times
- Protests erupt during rent hike vote for rent-stabilized apartments CBS New York
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