Permits tenant to make rent payment into escrow account in event of persisting serious hazard in dwelling unit or to make repairs and deduct cost from future rent.
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Overview
This bill allows New Jersey tenants facing persistent serious hazards in their rental units, such as mold or broken heating systems, to either pay rent into an escrow account or make repairs themselves and deduct the cost from future rent payments. The bill establishes a clear process for tenants to address these issues, protecting them from eviction for withholding rent due to a serious hazard. It also outlines a landlord’s responsibility to address these issues within a reasonable timeframe.
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