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Authorizes imposition of additional fines for overcrowding.
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Bill overview
This bill would allow municipalities in New Jersey to impose additional fines on landlords and tenants for overcrowding in residential rental units. Specifically, it would authorize the issuance of summonses for illegal occupancy in buildings with four or fewer units, with fines up to $10,000 for subsequent violations. The bill also includes provisions to address tenant responsibility, owner-occupied properties, and potential defenses against fines, aiming to ensure safe and habitable living conditions.
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Michael Inganamort
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