The "Safeguarding Livable Units through Municipal Landlord Oversight and Regulation by DCA" or "SLUMLORD Act"; strengthens habitability protections for residential tenants; appropriates $5 million.

Summary

The bill creates new statewide standards that require landlords to guarantee safe, livable rental units and to designate a principal agent who handles tenant complaints and repairs. Municipalities and the Department of Community Affairs will oversee compliance, and $5 million is appropriated for the program. It aims to improve housing conditions for renters across New Jersey.

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