Teaneck tenants are protected by New Jersey's Anti-Eviction Act, which allows eviction only for specific just causes such as nonpayment, lease violations, or owner occupancy with proper notice.
The New Jersey Anti-Eviction Act (N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.1) preempts local just-cause rules and applies to nearly all Teaneck residential rentals except owner-occupied 2-3 family homes. Permitted grounds for eviction include nonpayment of rent, disorderly conduct, lease violations, refusal to accept reasonable lease changes, and substantial damage to the premises. Landlords must provide statutory notice (often 1 month or longer) and obtain a Special Civil Part judgment before lockout. Self-help eviction is illegal.
Illegal lockouts and self-help evictions are violations of N.J.S.A. 2A:39-1, exposing landlords to civil damages, attorney's fees, and potential criminal charges for disorderly persons offense.
See how Teaneck's just cause eviction rules stack up against other locations.
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