May 14, 2024
In a significant update to New Jersey’s “Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991,” a recent amendment to Assembly Bill No. 3808 mandates additional protections for victims of domestic violence. Under this new law, when a court issues a temporary or permanent restraining order, the victim's landlord may have to change the locks of the victim’s apartment to enhance their safety.
May 14, 2024
Recently, the New Jersey Legislature passed Assembly Bill No. 4682, which was designed to safeguard service employees during changes in ownership. The law applies to various service locations including multi-family residential buildings with more than 50 units, large commercial centers, educational institutions, and more. Management companies overseeing these properties need to be particularly mindful of the new requirements.
April 29, 2024
On January 17, 2024, New York’s real property law was amended by adding new Article 6-A in New York’s Real Property Law—now called the “Good Cause Eviction Law.” This piece of legislation is aimed at providing greater security and fairness for tenants across the state. As housing rights continue to be a central issue in urban areas, this law is aimed as a step toward stabilizing rental situations and curtailing unjust evictions.
March 11, 2024
On February 23, 2024, the Superior Court of New Jersey Appellate Division issued an unpublished opinion reversing several New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) regulations, commonly referred to as the NJ Radburn Law. The opinion can be found on the Court’s website at https://www.njcourts.gov/system/files/court-opinions/2024/a2241-21.pdf
February 23, 2024
If you're a landlord with rental units in the United States, or a board member at a condominium association, co-op or HOA, you need to be aware of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This legislation, established under Title LXIV of the Defense Act, is set to take effect on January 1, 2024, and it carries significant implications for landlords and property owners.
January 9, 2024
On Monday, January 8, 2024, New Jersey Governor, Phil Murphy, signed S.2760 / A.4384. This law, which has been approved as P.L.2023, c.214, was motivated by the building collapse in Surfside, Florida in 2021. This new law provides new and additional procedures for inspecting, evaluating, and maintaining the structural integrity of certain residential housing structures.
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