Local landlord and tenant rules in North Brunswick Township, New Jersey
North Brunswick Township, New Jersey has local rules on rent regulation (North Brunswick Code ch. 268, §§ 268-1 – 268-3 (1998)), rental registration (North Brunswick Township Code § 266-10) and inspections before a new tenant (North Brunswick Community Development Office), on top of New Jersey law.
Local rules in North Brunswick Township, New Jersey
Rent regulation
In North Brunswick, at the end of a lease, the base rent may rise by no more than the CPI increase from March to March where the landlord supplies heat, or 80% of it where the tenant does, taking effect on renewals from the following September 1 — one increase a year. When a tenant vacates, the unit is decontrolled for the next tenant’s first lease only. Motels, hotels, buildings more than one-third commercial, owner-occupied buildings of two or fewer units and single-family rentals are exempt; Federal Moderate Rehabilitation units are exempt from the rent limits.
Source: North Brunswick Code ch. 268, §§ 268-1 – 268-3 (1998). Checked on November 11, 2026.
Office: North Brunswick Rent Control Board, (732) 247-0922 ext- 440.
North Brunswick landlord registration — every three years on October 1
Each rental property is registered with the Department of Community Development every three years ($30 per property, not per unit). Registrations are due October 1 and expire on the third September 30 after filing, so the renewal year follows your own filing. Bring the current certificate of liability insurance and, where it applies, the lead-safe certification.
Source: North Brunswick Township Code § 266-10. Checked on November 4, 2026.
North Brunswick certificate of rental housing compliance before a new tenant
Apply, with the fees, to the Community Development Office at least five business days before a new tenant is expected to move in (inspections may be requested up to 30 days ahead). A passed inspection earns a certificate of rental housing compliance; minor violations get a conditional certificate that lets the tenant move in before the repairs. The inspection is $50, and the insurance certificate and lead-safe certification are required with it.
Source: North Brunswick Community Development Office. Checked on November 4, 2026.
New Jersey rules that apply in North Brunswick Township
| 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 North Brunswick Township
42.9% of the occupied homes in North Brunswick Township are rented, about 6,526 households, a share higher than across New Jersey (36.2%).
The median gross rent is $2,117 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.
39.6% of renters there pay 30% or more of their income on rent.
46.1% of the homes were built before 1980, and the federal lead-paint disclosure rule covers housing built before 1978.
| North Brunswick Township | Middlesex County | New Jersey | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households that rent | 42.9% (±3.0 points) | 36.4% | 36.2% |
| Median gross rent | $2,117 (±$76) | $1,871 | $1,720 |
| Renters paying 30% or more of income on rent | 39.6% (±6.3 points) | 48.1% | 51.6% |
| Median income of renter households | $98,246 (±$17,381) | $76,035 | $62,674 |
| Homes built before 1980 | 46.1% (±3.9 points) | 57.4% | 62.8% |
| Homes in buildings of five or more units | 32.0% (±3.7 points) | 24.0% | 21.8% |
| Households that moved in since 2020 | 23.9% (±2.9 points) | 21.3% | 21.2% |
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 North Brunswick Township
Rent control office: North Brunswick Rent Control Board, (732) 247-0922 ext- 440.
Questions about North Brunswick Township’s local rules
Does North Brunswick Township have rent control?
In North Brunswick, at the end of a lease, the base rent may rise by no more than the CPI increase from March to March where the landlord supplies heat, or 80% of it where the tenant does, taking effect on renewals from the following September 1 — one increase a year. When a tenant vacates, the unit is decontrolled for the next tenant’s first lease only. Motels, hotels, buildings more than one-third commercial, owner-occupied buildings of two or fewer units and single-family rentals are exempt; Federal Moderate Rehabilitation units are exempt from the rent limits. (North Brunswick Code ch. 268, §§ 268-1 – 268-3 (1998))
How much can a landlord raise the rent in North Brunswick Township?
In North Brunswick, at the end of a lease, the base rent may rise by no more than the CPI increase from March to March where the landlord supplies heat, or 80% of it where the tenant does, taking effect on renewals from the following September 1 — one increase a year. (North Brunswick Code ch. 268, §§ 268-1 – 268-3 (1998))
Do landlords have to register rentals in North Brunswick Township?
Each rental property is registered with the Department of Community Development every three years ($30 per property, not per unit). Registrations are due October 1 and expire on the third September 30 after filing, so the renewal year follows your own filing. Bring the current certificate of liability insurance and, where it applies, the lead-safe certification. (North Brunswick Township Code § 266-10)
Does North Brunswick Township require an inspection or certificate before a new tenant moves in?
Apply, with the fees, to the Community Development Office at least five business days before a new tenant is expected to move in (inspections may be requested up to 30 days ahead). A passed inspection earns a certificate of rental housing compliance; minor violations get a conditional certificate that lets the tenant move in before the repairs. The inspection is $50, and the insurance certificate and lead-safe certification are required with it. (North Brunswick Community Development Office)
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.
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