Full question:
What does N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.1 state?
- Category: Landlord Tenant
- Subcategory: Lease Termination
- Date:
- State: New Jersey
Answer:
N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.1 outlines the grounds for the removal of tenants in New Jersey. Generally, tenants cannot be removed from residential properties unless certain conditions are met. These conditions include:
1. **Non-payment of rent**: If a tenant fails to pay rent due under the lease, they may be removed.
2. **Disorderly conduct**: If a tenant disrupts the peace after receiving written notice to cease, they may face removal.
3. **Damage to property**: Tenants who cause damage through gross negligence or willful actions can be removed.
4. **Violation of rules**: Continued violation of reasonable landlord rules, after notice, can lead to removal.
5. **Lease violations**: Breaching lease covenants or agreements can be grounds for removal, especially regarding illegal activities.
6. **Health and safety violations**: If the landlord needs to comply with health and safety regulations that cannot be met without removing the tenant, removal may be pursued.
7. **Conversion to other ownership**: If the property is being converted to a condominium or similar ownership, tenants may be removed under specific conditions.
8. **Employment termination**: If a tenant's residency is tied to their employment with the landlord and that employment ends, removal is possible.
9. **Criminal activity**: Tenants convicted of certain drug offenses or violent crimes can be removed.
10. **Theft or assault**: Convictions related to theft or assault against the landlord or their family can also lead to removal.
For further details on specific circumstances and exceptions, refer to the full text of N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.1.
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