rent-stabilized
adjective
regulated by law so that rent increases may not exceed a specified amount.
rent-stabilization
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a word derived from
rent-stabilized.
Example Sentences
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But it is reality for a small class of renters, thanks to the city’s rent-stabilization law.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
The rent-stabilization system, established in 1969, has become a vast and important source of affordable housing in one of the most expensive places to live in the country.
From New York Times ● May 5, 2022
Jeanne and James D. Harmon Jr. are seeking to overturn the city’s rent-stabilization laws.
From New York Times ● Mar. 10, 2012
That is because about three-fourths of the apartments are covered by the city’s rent-stabilization laws, meaning that many of the apartments have been renting for half to two-thirds of their market value.
From New York Times ● Aug. 13, 2010
Mr. Scott next hired a lawyer, Serge Joseph, who asked the landlord to send Mr. Scott a rent-stabilization lease, based on 421-g.
From New York Times ● Apr. 28, 2010
