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Facing rent hikes that could push them into homelessness, low-income tenants in a century-old downtown building are caught in a housing crisis. With rent soaring from $1,000 to over $1,900 a month, residents like Marcel Blanchette and Terry Engelberg—both on disability income—are being forced out as the new owner, Adam Tougas, pushes through costly renovations totaling $3 million. While he claims the work is essential to save the historic structure, tenants argue the burden should be spread out, not dumped on them. Meanwhile, looming rent control changes could double the time landlords have to recoup repair costs, potentially cutting increases in half—and offering a lifeline to those most vulnerable.

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