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Newark Rent Control

Newark Municipal Code Title 19, Chapter 2 (Rent Control)

Newark rent control caps annual increases based on CPI + additional surcharges for tax/capital improvements. Covers buildings with 4+ units built before 1972 (plus some post-1972 buildings). Vacancy decontrol was eliminated 2022. Hardship appeals allowed via Rent Control Board.

Effective · 1972-01-01
Last amended · 2022-05-18
Status · active
Subject · landlord tenant

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