Restricts landlord from imposing charge on applicant or tenant for keeping pets in residential rental units.
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Overview
This bill prohibits landlords in New Jersey from charging tenants extra rent or fees simply for having or intending to have pets in their rental units. It defines key terms like ‘landlord,’ ‘pet,’ and ‘tenant,’ and establishes limits on pet security deposits. Tenants with violations can seek court action to terminate leases and recover attorney’s fees, and landlords found in violation may face a separate lawsuit and a $1,000 penalty per offense.
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Joseph Cryan
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