This bill would limit annual rent increases for most New Jersey rental units to 5% plus the local cost-of-living change (capped at 10% total). It directly affects landlords and tenants in standard residential properties across the state, excluding new constructions (within 15 years), affordable housing units, dormitories, and certain single-family homes. Key exemptions include properties with deed restrictions for low-income housing, university dorms, and duplexes where the landlord lives in one unit. The law would require landlords to comply with this cap for all rent increases after the initial lease, with tenants able to use violations as a defense in eviction cases.
This New Jersey bill requires landlords to provide two specific appliances in residential rental units to ensure habitability: a refrigerator that maintains safe food storage temperatures (32-50°F) and a stove that is safely connected (electric with sufficient capacity or gas with permanent fixtures to prevent leaks). It applies to landlords leasing standard residential units (excluding hotels, motels, or transient accommodations) for terms of at least one month. Violations carry a $500 penalty per offense, enforceable by the Commissioner of Community Affairs, the Attorney General, or aggrieved tenants, who may also sue for damages including attorney fees. The law takes effect for new leases entered on or after the second month following enactment.
This bill (NJ A432) requires landlords in New Jersey to inspect rental properties within 90 days for lead service lines (pipes connecting water mains to buildings) or lead plumbing. If lead pipes are found, landlords must disclose this to current tenants and provide written notice about health risks to prospective tenants before new leases. Violations carry a $500 penalty per offense, with each day of noncompliance considered a separate violation. The law directly affects all landlords of residential rental properties in New Jersey and aims to ensure tenants are informed about potential lead exposure in drinking water.
This New Jersey bill (A 1308) requires landlords to provide tenants with a written explanation when increasing rent. It directly affects all residential tenants receiving rent increase notices, mandating that the notice must explain why the increase isn't "unconscionable," confirm compliance with local rent laws, and list relevant property expenses. Landlords who fail to provide this explanation face a $500 penalty per violation or potential tenant lawsuits for $500 plus legal fees. The law aims to give tenants clearer information to challenge rent hikes before disputes escalate to court.
New Jersey's bill A 1078 requires landlords to distribute annual eviction prevention information to tenants, including a statement of legal rights and a separate resource guide in English and Spanish. Landlords must provide this information within 30 days of its release by the Department of Community Affairs, at lease signing or renewal, and post it prominently in rental properties. The materials list specific resources like the New Jersey Eviction Guide, contact details for the Office of Eviction Prevention, and local court programs. Landlords who fail to comply face penalties of up to $1,000 per violation, with tenants able to recover the penalty and related costs.
This bill requires renters in New Jersey to obtain renter's insurance before signing or renewing a lease for a dwelling unit (a self-contained residential space like an apartment or house). The insurance must protect tenants against loss of personal belongings, liability claims, and additional living expenses if they're displaced from their home due to an incident like a fire. The law takes effect 90 days after enactment and applies to all new or renewed leases after that date. It directly affects all individuals leasing residential housing in New Jersey, mandating insurance coverage rather than merely allowing it.
This New Jersey bill prohibits landlords from charging tenants (including applicants) extra rent, fees, or security deposits for keeping pets in residential rentals. Landlords may only charge a single, refundable pet security deposit of up to $500, which must be included within the existing total security deposit limit. The law bans any lease terms requiring pet-related fees and allows tenants to sue landlords for violations, seeking $1,000 per offense plus legal fees. It directly affects renters with pets and landlords managing residential properties (excluding hotels/motels).
This bill (A 3996) requires landlords in New Jersey municipalities with rent control ordinances to submit annual compliance forms to their local clerk, detailing unit information, rent registrations, exemptions, complaints, and enforcement actions. Municipalities must maintain and publicly share these records online through a new Department of Community Affairs internet system, with $2 million appropriated to fund municipal digitization efforts. Landlords face a $150 civil penalty for knowingly submitting false information, and missing or incomplete records create a legal presumption that rent control applies to the unit. The bill directly affects landlords in rent-controlled areas and municipal clerks responsible for record-keeping.
New Jersey's A-3989 prohibits landlords from using or purchasing algorithmic software that sets, recommends, or advises on residential rent prices or occupancy rates. It specifically bans tools analyzing non-public competitor data (like actual rent prices or lease details from other landlords) to coordinate pricing, including AI-based systems. The bill exempts aggregated rental reports published by trade associations and tools used for government affordable housing programs. Violations trigger penalties under New Jersey's Antitrust Act, such as fines up to $500 per day per unit or criminal charges, and do not restrict landlords from setting rents based on public data or internal management.
This bill requires New Jersey municipalities to inspect single- and two-family rental dwellings for lead paint hazards at least every five years (every two years for properties with lead remediation), using either local agencies or state-certified contractors. It directly affects landlords and property owners in these dwellings, with exemptions for homes built after 1978, lead-free certified units, and seasonal rentals under six months. Municipalities must report inspection results to the state and collect fees - $20 per unit - to fund lead hazard control efforts. The state will compile public reports on high-risk areas and lead inspection activity annually.
