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NJ A3403

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rosy Bagolie

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Caps annual increases on recurring fees charged to residential tenants at 10% over the preceding 12-month period, whether fees are increased individually or in aggregate
  • Defines "recurring fees" as charges beyond base rent, including fees for amenities, pets, parking, convenience charges, and credit card processing fees for rent payments
  • Allows landlords to set initial recurring fee rates freely for new tenants when no previous tenant remains, with the 10% cap applying only to subsequent increases
  • Imposes penalties of $1,000 per violation per unit, enforceable by the Commissioner of Community Affairs or Attorney General, and grants tenants a separate right to sue for $1,000 plus attorney's fees and court costs
  • Classifies recurring fee increases exceeding the 10% limit as unconscionable rent increases under the Anti-Eviction Act, barring landlords from pursuing eviction actions based on such violations

Legislative Description

Limits increases to certain recurring fees charged to residential tenant.

Housing

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Housing1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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