Cal. Civ. Code § 5:10-8.4
Doors
Operative Text
All doors shall be so maintained that they can be readily opened and closed.
Under N.J.A.C. § 5:10-8.4, every door in a residential dwelling must be kept in a condition that allows it to open and close without difficulty. This rule applies to all doors covered by the Hotel and Multiple Dwelling Law's maintenance standards, meaning the requirement is ongoing rather than limited to move-in or inspection periods. The provision establishes a baseline functional standard — a door that sticks, binds, or cannot be operated normally would fall short of what the rule requires.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to N.J.A.C. § 5:10-8.4 generally keep all doors in working order as part of routine maintenance, ensuring that no door requires unusual force or effort to operate. Compliant operators typically include door hardware, frames, and hinges in regular inspection schedules so that warping, swelling, or mechanical failure is caught and corrected promptly. Maintaining documentation of repairs and inspections can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.A.C. § 5:10-8.4 gives tenants a basis to expect that all doors in their dwelling will open and close with reasonable ease throughout the tenancy. If a door fails to meet this standard, tenants can generally notify their landlord in writing and, if the issue is not resolved, file a complaint with the local municipal housing inspection office or the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Bureau of Housing Inspection. Tenant-rights organizations in New Jersey can provide general information about how this provision fits into the broader maintenance obligations landlords owe under the Hotel and Multiple Dwelling Law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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