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Landlords Challenge Rent Freeze Lawsuit | New York City News
Seven landlords are launching a high-stakes legal battle to block New York City’s upcoming rent freeze, arguing the Rent Guidelines Board was politically manipulated by Mayor Mamdani. They claim the board—stacked with appointees who backed the freeze—ignored financial realities and was steered by the mayor’s campaign promise. The lawsuit seeks to undo the June vote and restore last year’s modest hikes, while also targeting a city tenant outreach program as part of the mayor’s agenda. One board member resigned before the vote, calling it predetermined, and critics warn that repeated freezes…
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