Local landlord and tenant rules in Englewood, New Jersey
Englewood, New Jersey has local rules on rent regulation (Englewood Code ch. 325, art. VII, §§ 325-49, 325-50, 325-53), rental registration (Englewood Code § 325-20) and inspections before a new tenant (Englewood Code §§ 325-38, 325-39), on top of New Jersey law.
Local rules in Englewood, New Jersey
Rent regulation
In Englewood the base rent of a rental unit may rise once in twelve months, whatever the number of tenants, by no more than 4% for each twelve months since the last increase — months with an outstanding notice of violation on the premises do not count — and only while the units are maintained under the Property Maintenance code. No utility charge may be added to the rent. For a condominium or cooperative unit that is its owner’s only rental in the City, the limit protects only tenants entitled to conversion notice or protected tenancy.
Source: Englewood Code ch. 325, art. VII, §§ 325-49, 325-50, 325-53. Checked on November 11, 2026.
Office: Englewood Rent Leveling (Administrative Hearing Officer), (201) 871-6637.
Englewood multiple dwelling licence — February 1 to January 31
The owner of any premises with more than two dwelling units files the multiple dwelling licence application (original and two copies) with the Construction Code Official and pays the annual fee; the licence runs February 1 to January 31, is renewed every year and is displayed near the front entrance.
Source: Englewood Code § 325-20. Checked on November 4, 2026.
Englewood new certificate of occupancy for each new tenant
A rental unit may not be occupied by a new tenant until the landlord has a new certificate of occupancy naming that tenant. Request it in writing from the Chief Inspector; a request made at least 24 days before the move-in guarantees the certificate if the inspection is not done three days ahead, and no new inspection is needed when the unit passed one in the last six months.
Source: Englewood Code §§ 325-38, 325-39. Checked on November 4, 2026.
New Jersey rules that apply in Englewood
| Rule | New Jersey |
|---|---|
| How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in New Jersey? | 30 days |
| How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in New Jersey? | 1.5 months of rent |
| Does a landlord have to pay interest on a security deposit in New Jersey? | Deposit must sit in an interest-bearing New Jersey account; interest is paid or credited annually. |
| How much notice does a landlord have to give before raising the rent in New Jersey? | 30 days |
| How much notice must a landlord give to end a tenancy in New Jersey? | 30 days |
| How many days does a tenant get to pay late rent in New Jersey? | No general statutory period |
| Is there a grace period for paying rent in New Jersey? | 5 business days (some tenants only) |
| How much can a landlord charge for a rental application fee in New Jersey? | $50 for all application fees together (not one- and two-family houses) |
Every New Jersey rule Seayora publishes.
The homes these rules cover in Englewood
45.5% of the occupied homes in Englewood are rented, about 5,133 households, a share higher than across New Jersey (36.2%).
The median gross rent is $1,977 a month, higher than across New Jersey ($1,720); that is what households report paying, utilities included, not the asking rent for a vacant apartment.
59.0% of renters there pay 30% or more of their income on rent.
66.3% of the homes were built before 1980, and the federal lead-paint disclosure rule covers housing built before 1978.
| Englewood | Bergen County | New Jersey | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households that rent | 45.5% (±4.2 points) | 34.7% | 36.2% |
| Median gross rent | $1,977 (±$144) | $1,914 | $1,720 |
| Renters paying 30% or more of income on rent | 59.0% (±8.1 points) | 50.8% | 51.6% |
| Median income of renter households | $68,086 (±$9,716) | $74,953 | $62,674 |
| Homes built before 1980 | 66.3% (±6.9 points) | 73.8% | 62.8% |
| Homes in buildings of five or more units | 37.5% (±4.6 points) | 22.4% | 21.8% |
| Households that moved in since 2020 | 27.2% (±3.8 points) | 19.6% | 21.2% |
All housing figures for Englewood: rent by bedrooms, home values, property taxes, commute.
Source: US Census Bureau, Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — undefined. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
Rentals and records in Englewood
Rent control office: Englewood Rent Leveling (Administrative Hearing Officer), (201) 871-6637.
Questions about Englewood’s local rules
Does Englewood have rent control?
In Englewood the base rent of a rental unit may rise once in twelve months, whatever the number of tenants, by no more than 4% for each twelve months since the last increase — months with an outstanding notice of violation on the premises do not count — and only while the units are maintained under the Property Maintenance code. No utility charge may be added to the rent. For a condominium or cooperative unit that is its owner’s only rental in the City, the limit protects only tenants entitled to conversion notice or protected tenancy. (Englewood Code ch. 325, art. VII, §§ 325-49, 325-50, 325-53)
How much can a landlord raise the rent in Englewood?
In Englewood the base rent of a rental unit may rise once in twelve months, whatever the number of tenants, by no more than 4% for each twelve months since the last increase — months with an outstanding notice of violation on the premises do not count — and only while the units are maintained under the Property Maintenance code. (Englewood Code ch. 325, art. VII, §§ 325-49, 325-50, 325-53)
Do landlords have to register rentals in Englewood?
The owner of any premises with more than two dwelling units files the multiple dwelling licence application (original and two copies) with the Construction Code Official and pays the annual fee; the licence runs February 1 to January 31, is renewed every year and is displayed near the front entrance. (Englewood Code § 325-20)
Does Englewood require an inspection or certificate before a new tenant moves in?
A rental unit may not be occupied by a new tenant until the landlord has a new certificate of occupancy naming that tenant. Request it in writing from the Chief Inspector; a request made at least 24 days before the move-in guarantees the certificate if the inspection is not done three days ahead, and no new inspection is needed when the unit passed one in the last six months. (Englewood Code §§ 325-38, 325-39)
This is a summary of the local rules Seayora has read from each place’s own code, not legal advice. Ordinances change and a rule may have exceptions; check the citation and the office named before acting.