Housing advocates say Don Jose Velasquez’s case highlights the need for statewide rent control protections as corporate landlords expand their footprint across Greater Boston
BOSTON — Boston-area tenants, housing advocates and community organizers will rally Tuesday, November 10, in support of a 70-year-old East Boston resident facing eviction by landlord Groma, Inc., despite owing no rent.
The rally, organized by City Life/Vida Urbana, will take place at 9 a.m. outside Groma’s corporate office at 31 New Chardon St. in Boston. The demonstration will bring together fellow Groma tenants, housing justice advocates, Greater Boston Legal Services and members of the Homes For All Massachusetts coalition and the Keep Massachusetts Home rent control campaign…