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Addressing Recent Housing News: Jersey City Strengthens Rent Control Enforcement
On September 30, the Jersey City Council unanimously passed two ordinances to strengthen rent control enforcement and increase transparency for tenants. A third ordinance, which would clarify exemptions under state rent control law, was sent back to first reading for further review. These steps mark important progress toward holding landlords accountable and protecting tenants from
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Addressing Recent Housing News in Newark, New Jersey: What a 30% Drop in Unsheltered Homelessness Means for Housing Justice
In a moment of deep housing insecurity across New Jersey, one story stands out as a beacon of hope: Newark has reduced unsheltered homelessness by more than 30% in just four years. This achievement, led by the city and Essex County’s coordinated Office of Homeless Services, shows that systemic change is possible when communities invest
