Elizabeth Voters Restore $20 Rent Increase CapElizabeth Renters Win Voter-Backed Protection From HikesElizabeth’s $20 Rent Cap Puts Housing Costs in Focus
On November 3, Elizabeth, New Jersey, voters approved restoring a $20 limit on annual rent increases for rent-controlled apartments, with about 68% support. The measure is set to expire in December 2027.Elizabeth voters approved restoring a $20 annual rent-increase cap for rent-controlled apartments, backing tenant advocates after years of legal and political battles. The measure is set to expire in December 2027.Elizabeth voters approved a $20 annual rent-increase cap for rent-controlled apartments, despite landlords’ warnings about rising operating expenses. The measure expires in December 2027 unless city officials renew or amend it.