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Two men walk near an apartment complex in Harlem on December 3, 2008. (credit: Chris Hondros/Getty Images)

Lawmakers, Tenants Call For Overhaul Of NYC’s Rent Guidelines Board

Saying the Rent Guidelines Board is stacked against renters, politicians and tenants rallied on the steps of City Hall Monday in support of state measure that would give the City Council veto power over the mayor’s nominees on the board.

2012/04/16

NYC rent protests

NYC Tenants Furious With Rent Guideline Board’s Decision To Hike Rates

Hundreds of New York City residents filled Cooper Union on Monday night to fight against rent increases for rent-stabilized apartments. But their wishes would go unfulfilled.

2011/06/27

Two men walk near an apartment complex in Harlem on December 3, 2008. (credit: Chris Hondros/Getty Images)

NYC Rent Guidelines Board Votes To Consider Increase On Leases

The board agreed to put a 3 to 5.75 percent increase on one-year leases and a 6 to 9 percent spike on two-year leases up for a vote on June 27.

2011/05/03

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