N.J. Stat. Ann. § 46:8-1 et seq. § 46:8-28.2
Certificate of registration; amendment; filing
Operative Text
Every landlord required to file a certificate of registration as described in section 2 of P.L.1974, c. 50 (C. 46:8-28) shall file an amended certificate of registration within 20 days after any change in the information required to be included thereon. No fee shall be required for the filing of an amendment except where the ownership of the premises is changed. L.1981, c. 442, s. 4.
Under N.J.S.A. 46:8-28.2, landlords in New Jersey who are already registered under the state's rental property registration law must update their certificate of registration whenever the information on file changes. The amended certificate must be submitted within 20 days of any such change. Filing an amendment is generally free, with the exception of ownership transfers, which may carry a fee.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under N.J.S.A. 46:8-28.2, operators of registered rental properties are expected to monitor their registration information and submit an amended certificate promptly—within the 20-day window—whenever details such as contact information, management agents, or property data change. Compliant operators typically maintain a process for tracking changes that would affect the certificate and budget for the filing fee that applies specifically when ownership of the premises transfers. Keeping registration current is a foundational compliance step that supports other landlord obligations under New Jersey's rental property laws.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.S.A. 46:8-28.2 requires that your landlord's registration information remain current and be updated within 20 days of any change, which means tenants have a right to accurate registration records on file with the state. If a landlord's certificate appears outdated—for example, after a property sale or management change—tenants can check registration records and may raise a violation of this provision through appropriate New Jersey housing channels or with a tenant-rights organization. Understanding whether a landlord is properly registered can be relevant to various tenant rights and remedies available under New Jersey 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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