Cal. Civ. Code § 5:11-3.1
Relocation payments generally
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(a) Whenever a displacing agency causes the displacement of persons, businesses or farm operations and those persons, businesses or farm operations payments shall be as described in this subchapter. (b) Claims for relocation assistance must be filed within 12 months of the date of permanent resettlement.
N.J.A.C. § 5:11-3.1 establishes that when a displacing agency causes the displacement of individuals, businesses, or farm operations, those displaced parties are entitled to relocation payments as outlined in the subchapter. The rule also sets a filing deadline: claims for relocation assistance must be submitted within 12 months of the date the displaced party permanently resettles. This provision creates both an entitlement to payment and a time-bound process for claiming it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under N.J.A.C. § 5:11-3.1, property owners or managers acting as or on behalf of a displacing agency are generally expected to ensure that displaced persons, businesses, and farm operations are informed of their right to relocation assistance and the applicable deadlines. Compliant operators typically document the displacement event and the date of permanent resettlement for each affected party, as these details are central to the 12-month claims window. Maintaining clear records of displacement activity helps demonstrate adherence to the relocation payment obligations described in this subchapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.A.C. § 5:11-3.1 gives displaced tenants the right to receive relocation payments when a displacing agency causes their displacement, provided a claim is filed within 12 months of permanent resettlement. Tenants who believe they qualify can explore filing a claim through the appropriate agency, raising the 12-month deadline as a key factor in preserving their eligibility. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help individuals understand what documentation may be needed and what options exist under this provision.
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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