N.J. Stat. Ann. § 55:13B-1 et seq. § 55:13B-17
Legislative findings and declarations
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The Legislature hereby finds and declares that the well-being of residents of rooming houses, boarding houses and residential health care facilities in the State of New Jersey requires a declaration of a bill of rights for such residents. L.1979, c. 500, s. 1.
Section 55:13B-17 of New Jersey's rooming and boarding house statute (N.J.S.A. 55:13B-1 et seq.) establishes the Legislature's formal recognition that people living in rooming houses, boarding houses, and residential health care facilities have distinct welfare interests that warrant legal protection. This provision serves as the foundational declaration of intent behind the broader statutory scheme, signaling that a bill of rights for such residents is both necessary and appropriate. It does not itself create specific rights or obligations, but sets the policy context for the provisions that follow.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rooming houses, boarding houses, and residential health care facilities in New Jersey should understand that N.J.S.A. 55:13B-17 reflects a deliberate legislative commitment to resident welfare in these settings. This declaration underpins the entire statutory framework, meaning the specific obligations that follow in N.J.S.A. 55:13B-1 et seq. are grounded in a recognized bill of rights. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the full scope of the statute to understand how this foundational policy statement shapes the rules governing their facilities.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
For people living in rooming houses, boarding houses, or residential health care facilities in New Jersey, N.J.S.A. 55:13B-17 reflects the Legislature's formal acknowledgment that residents of these settings deserve dedicated legal protections. This declaration is the starting point for a broader bill of rights established throughout N.J.S.A. 55:13B-1 et seq., which may provide residents with enforceable rights and remedies. Tenants and residents who believe their rights under this statutory scheme have been violated may consider consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand what protections apply to their situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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