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NJ A3259

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Carmen Morales

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Origin

General Assembly

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Landlords must provide tenants a copy of any written notice received from government entities, utility companies, or developers about construction, rehabilitation, or demolition work on adjoining property that may cause damage or hazards, within five business days of receipt

  • If a landlord or their agent plans to conduct work on an adjoining property that may cause damage or hazardous conditions to a tenant-occupied property, the landlord must notify the tenant before work begins

  • Notice may be delivered by mail, posted in a conspicuous area, or sent electronically to affected tenants

  • Landlords who fail to provide required notice face penalties of up to $200 per offense, enforceable through Superior Court or municipal court

  • The law applies to landlords renting commercial space or residential units for at least one month, excluding small owner-occupied properties (2-3 units), seasonal rentals, and transient lodging

Legislative Description

Requires landlords to provide tenants with certain notice concerning conditions that may cause damage or hazards on rental property.

Housing

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee

1/9/2024

Committee Referrals

Housing1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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