RENT CONTROL
\ɹˈɛnt kəntɹˈə͡ʊl], \ɹˈɛnt kəntɹˈəʊl], \ɹ_ˈɛ_n_t k_ə_n_t_ɹ_ˈəʊ_l]\
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Laws that limit the amount of rent landlords may charge, and that state when and by how much the rent can be raised. Most rent control laws also require a landlord to provide a good reason, such as repeatedly late rent, for evicting a tenant. Rent control exists in some cities and counties in California, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and Washington, D.C.
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