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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