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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

The case, the brief argues, also threatens to circumvent rent-stabilization laws enacted by both the city and the state.

From New York Times • Sep. 17, 2014

Jeanne and James D. Harmon Jr. are seeking to overturn the city’s rent-stabilization laws.

From New York Times • Mar. 10, 2012

A possible compromise could tie a rent-stabilization bill to other real-estate legislation being sought by developers and landlords, including the extension of a tax break for certain new residential buildings, known as the 421-a program.

From New York Times • Jun. 15, 2011

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