New Jersey · Step-by-step guide
How to sign a compliant New Jersey lease.
A practical walkthrough of the six things a New Jersey landlord must get right, in order, before and after signing.
Start My New Jersey Lease →1. Confirm the deposit cap
1.5 months' rent. Statutory cite: N.J.S.A. 46:8-19.
2. Set late-fee terms correctly
5-business-day grace period for senior tenants; must be reasonable Landlords generally must allow a 5-day grace period before assessing it.
3. Plan entry notice
Give at least 24 hours' notice before entering the unit outside an emergency.
4. Give correct termination notice
1 month (month-to-month) for a month-to-month tenancy.
5. Attach every required disclosure
Lead-based paint, Truth in Renting Act statement, Flood zone (since 2024), Window guard, Bank holding deposit + interest.
6. Return the deposit on time
30 days (5 days if displaced). Statutory cite: N.J.S.A. 46:8-19.
New Jersey guide FAQs
- What order should a New Jersey landlord follow before signing a lease?
- Confirm the deposit cap, set a compliant late fee, plan entry-notice language, set the correct termination notice, attach every required disclosure, and confirm the deposit-return timeline — in that order.
- Where can I find the full list of New Jersey required disclosures?
- See the full disclosure list on the New Jersey state page, or browse disclosure requirements by topic across all states.