S.1466

Restricts landlord from imposing charge on applicant or tenant for keeping pets in residential rental units.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1466 prohibits landlords from charging tenants additional fees for keeping pets in rental units.

New Jersey S1466 restricts landlords from imposing charges on applicants or tenants for keeping pets in residential rental units. The bill prohibits landlords from charging additional rent, fees, or increases to the monthly rent for tenants who keep or intend to keep pets. It also bans landlords from requiring additional fees or charges as a condition for a lease or lease application due to pet ownership. The bill permits a one-time, refundable pet security deposit of no more than $500, included within the total security deposit limit.

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Where it stands

Current
Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee