New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A4578

Introduced
9/22/22  

Caption

Extends protected tenancy period for certain tenants who are senior citizens and certain tenants with disabilities.

Impact

The proposed legislation is designed to mitigate the adverse effects of evictions on senior citizens and disabled individuals, arguing that forced relocation can lead to declines in both physical and cognitive health. Lawmakers cite research highlighting the psychological and economic burden evictions pose, particularly during times of financial instability, which has been exacerbated by the pandemic. The bill seeks not only to protect these tenants from eviction but also aims to enhance their well-being and promote community stability.

Summary

Assembly Bill A4578 aims to extend the protected tenancy period for certain tenants, specifically targeting senior citizens and individuals with disabilities. This bill modifies the existing 'Senior Citizens and Disabled Protected Tenancy Act' to allow for a protected tenancy duration that lasts for the lifetime of affected tenants. The amendment to the law underscores an effort to prevent forced evictions, especially as life expectancies increase and housing stability becomes more critical in today’s economy. The bill also addresses how social and economic disruptions, such as those caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, impact these vulnerable populations.

Contention

While supporters lauded the bill for its protective measures, they acknowledge potential challenges in its implementation. The bill may face opposition from property owners who might argue that such protections could limit their rights to manage their properties as they see fit, particularly in a housing market increasingly favoring conversions to condominiums and cooperatives. Thus, the balance between tenant protections and property owner rights remains a point of contention that could fuel further debate as the bill moves through legislative processes.

Companion Bills

NJ S2961

Same As Extends protected tenancy period for certain tenants who are senior citizens and certain tenants with disabilities.

Previously Filed As

NJ A1550

Extends protected tenancy period for certain tenants who are senior citizens and certain tenants with disabilities.

NJ S2961

Extends protected tenancy period for certain tenants who are senior citizens and certain tenants with disabilities.

NJ S290

Extends protected tenancy period for certain tenants who are senior citizens and certain tenants with disabilities.

NJ S4227

Establishes limit on rent increase for senior citizen tenants of certain properties financed with assistance from HMFA.

NJ S2436

Establishes limit on rent increase for senior citizen tenants of certain properties financed with assistance from HMFA.

NJ A2670

Requires landlord to provide written explanation for rent increase on tenant of senior citizen housing project.

NJ S2175

Requires landlord to provide written explanation for rent increase on tenant of senior citizen housing project.

NJ S1028

Requires landlord to provide written explanation for rent increase on tenant of senior citizen housing project.

NJ A5747

Limits increases to certain recurring fees charged to residential tenant.

NJ A1709

Extends grace periods for rental late charges for certain tenants who receive public assistance payments.

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NJ S2961

Extends protected tenancy period for certain tenants who are senior citizens and certain tenants with disabilities.

NJ S290

Extends protected tenancy period for certain tenants who are senior citizens and certain tenants with disabilities.

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