Restricts landlord from imposing change on applicant or tenant for keeping pets in residential rental units.

This bill prohibits landlords in New Jersey from charging tenants extra fees or rent for keeping pets in residential rental units. Landlords cannot require additional payments, include pet-related fees in leases, or impose nonrefundable charges beyond a single $500 refundable security deposit (included within the standard security deposit limit). Tenants who face violations can seek court-ordered lease termination or sue for $1,000 per offense plus legal fees. The law applies to all residential rentals (excluding hotels/motels) and affects both current tenants and applicants.