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N.J. DCA Landlord/Tenant Information Series — (English)

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N.J. DCA Landlord/Tenant Information Series — (English)
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New Jersey (state)
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 B. Disorderly Conduct
If after given written Notice to Cease disorderly conduct, the tenant continues the
disorderly conduct and that conduct destroys the peace and quiet of the other tenants living
in the building or neighborhood, the landlord may file a suite for eviction. A Notice to Quit
must be served on the tenant at least three days prior to filing a suit for eviction (N.J.S.A.
2A:18-61.1(b)).

C. Damage or Destruction to the Property
The tenant may be evicted if they have intentionally or by reason of gross negligence
caused or allowed destruction, damage, or injury to the property. A Notice to Quit must be
served on the tenant at least three days prior to filing a suit for eviction (N.J.S.A.:2A-
18-61.1(c)).

D. Substantial Violation or Breach of the Landlord’s Rules and Regulations
If after given a written Notice to Cease violating or breaching reasonable rules and
regulations contained in the lease or accepted in writing by the tenant, the tenant continues
to substantially violate or breach the rules and regulations, the landlord may file a suit for
eviction. A Notice to Quit must be served on the tenant at least one month prior to filing
the suit for eviction. In addition, any notices must be given on or before the start of a
new month (N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.1(d)).

E. Violation or Breach of Covenants or Agreements Contained in the Lease