N.J. Stat. Ann. § 2A:18-51 et seq. § 2A:18-61.62
Issuance of "Notice of Rent Protection Emergency."
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1. The Governor shall be empowered, whenever declaring a state of emergency, to determine whether the emergency will, or is likely to, significantly affect the availability and pricing of rental housing in the areas included in the declaration. If the Governor determines that unconscionable rental practices are likely to occur unless the protections afforded under P.L.2002, c.133 (C.2A:18-61.62 et seq.) are invoked, the Governor may issue a "Notice of Rent Protection Emergency" at any time during the declared state of emergency. L.2002,c.133,s.1.
Under N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.62, when the Governor of New Jersey declares a state of emergency, that declaration may be accompanied by a separate determination about whether the emergency is likely to significantly disrupt rental housing availability or pricing. If the Governor concludes that unconscionable rental practices are likely to emerge without additional safeguards, a formal 'Notice of Rent Protection Emergency' may be issued at any point while the state of emergency remains in effect. This notice triggers the rent-protection framework established under P.L.2002, c.133, extending specific statutory protections to renters in the affected areas.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in areas covered by a declared state of emergency should be aware that N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.62 gives the Governor authority to activate enhanced rent protections by issuing a 'Notice of Rent Protection Emergency.' Compliant operators generally monitor official state emergency declarations and any accompanying notices to determine whether the P.L.2002, c.133 protections have been invoked in their jurisdiction. Staying current with the scope and geographic reach of any such notice helps operators align their rental practices with the applicable legal framework before adjusting rents or lease terms during an emergency period.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.62 establishes that tenants in areas covered by a declared state of emergency may receive additional statutory protections if the Governor issues a 'Notice of Rent Protection Emergency.' When such a notice is in effect, the broader rent-protection provisions of P.L.2002, c.133 apply, which can serve as a basis for challenging rental practices that would otherwise be considered unconscionable. Tenants who believe a landlord's actions during an emergency period may violate these protections can look into filing a complaint with a relevant state or local housing authority, or consult a tenant-rights organization for general information about available enforcement paths.
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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