There are two different propositions here: 1. "If the state has a say in renting a property then it's not really the proprietor's property". 2. "If the state

There are two different propositions here: 1. "If the state has a say in renting a property then it's not really the proprietor's property". 2. "If the state has a say in renting a property in a way which has no effect on neighbours then it's not really the proprietor's property" The person you replied to was arguing against proposition 1. You seem to be arguing in favour of proposition 2. Perhaps you are both correct?