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NJ A3875

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Craig Coughlin

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Owners of seasonal rental units (rentals of 125 days or less) that allow pets must disclose in all advertisements that pets are permitted at the property
  • Renters who are not properly notified about pet presence can cancel their contract and receive a full refund of all deposits and payments made
  • To qualify for the refund, renters must notify the owner within 12 hours of entering the unit and promptly vacate without returning during the contracted stay
  • Real estate agents and transient space marketplaces (like Airbnb) are not liable for violations if the property owner failed to provide them with the required pet information
  • Takes effect January 1, 2026, with the Commissioner of Community Affairs required to adopt implementing regulations by that date

Legislative Description

Requires notification of pet presence in seasonal rental unit.

Housing

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Housing1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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