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rent control, in economics and law, government regulation of rent to prevent unreasonable or excessive increases. In the United States, the federal government imposed rent control (and other price controls) during World War II, and continued it in several cities after the war because of housing shortages. It was later turned over to the control of individual states and municipalities and has since ended in most locations. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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It was pretty clear that the rent stabilization was established before J-51 . An association of apartment owners is considering a lawsuit that would challenge an extension of the city's rent stabilization ordinance. ``We believe it upholds the spirit and intent of the rent stabilization ordinance. |
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