New Jersey S3185 prohibits landlords from charging extra fees for tenants keeping pets in rental units.

New Jersey S3185 restricts landlords from imposing additional charges on tenants or applicants for keeping pets in residential rental units. The bill prohibits landlords from charging extra rent, fees, or requiring nonrefundable charges due to pet ownership. It also bans landlords from including such provisions in leases or applications. A landlord can only charge a one-time, refundable pet security deposit of up to $500, included within the total security deposit limit. Tenants can petition the court to terminate a lease with a pet-related violation and recover attorney’s fees.

New Jersey S3185 prohibits landlords from charging extra fees for tenants keeping pets in rental units.

New Jersey S3185 restricts landlords from imposing additional charges on tenants or applicants for keeping pets in residential rental units. The bill prohibits landlords from charging extra rent, fees, or requiring nonrefundable charges due to pet ownership. It also bans landlords from including such provisions in leases or applications. A landlord can only charge a one-time, refundable pet security deposit of up to $500, included within the total security deposit limit. Tenants can petition the court to terminate a lease with a pet-related violation and recover attorney’s fees.