Establishes Rent Control Enforcement Unit in DCA; authorizes residential tenant to petition for review of alleged violation of local rent restriction.
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This bill establishes a Rent Control Enforcement Unit within the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) to investigate and address alleged violations of local rent restrictions. It empowers residential tenants to petition the unit for review of rent increases, and outlines potential penalties for landlords found in violation, including rent reductions, fines, or lease termination. The unit will also provide a helpline and online portal for tenant assistance and reporting. Funding is provided through a dedicated state fund, and the DCA must adopt rules to implement the unit’s operations.
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