In cases of intentional damage, landlords have grounds for eviction and may file claims for compensation through the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB).
Landlords in New Jersey cannot violate the implied warranty of habitability, discriminate against tenants, unjustly withhold security deposits, evict tenants without proper notice or due process, raise rent without giving proper notice, enter a tenant's dwelling without reasonable notice except in emergencies, or ...
Yes, but specific guidelines for seeking compensation depend on the province. In B.C., security deposits must be returned within 15 days of the tenant moving out unless the tenant agrees to let them keep all or some, while in Ontario, landlords have one year to seek compensation for damages.
Tenant Rights and Protections Contact their statewide Legal Hotline at 1-888-LSNJ-LAW (1-888-576-5529) or click here to submit an online intake form. LSNJ legal manual for tenants available here.
Grounds to Sue Your Landlord Uninhabitable rental unit. Housing discrimination. Landlord negligence, including a failure to make necessary repairs. Interference with the right to quiet enjoyment. Illegal eviction. Failure to return a security deposit. Lack of accessibility features on the property.
To file a complaint contact the Bureau of Housing Inspection at (609) 633-6227 or BHIInspections@dca.nj.
To file a complaint contact the Bureau of Housing Inspection at (609) 633-6227 or BHIInspections@dca.nj.
The answer to this is almost always no. More than a century ago, prison was a real risk for many types of ordinary household debt. These days, you do not go to prison for non-payment of most types of debt.
There are several legitimate reasons that could explain a late rent payment. Some common ones include unexpected medical emergencies, sudden job loss, or urgent car or pet expenses that come up unexpectedly. Another valid reason could be family emergencies, which often require immediate attention and financial support.
When serving a Section 21, you must give your tenant two months' notice, and then you have six months to apply for a court order of eviction. In the first quarter of 2024, it typically took 12.3 weeks after issuing the claim to receive the court order.