New Jersey Required Disclosures: Flood Risk, Lead Paint & Truth in Renting

New Jersey requires landlords to make a wide range of disclosures before, during, and at the termination of a tenancy. A major 2024 addition—the Flood Risk Notice—significantly expanded these obligations.

Disclaimer: This guide provides general legal information for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a New Jersey attorney. Information last verified: March 2026.

1. Truth in Renting Statement

Landlords with buildings containing two or more dwelling units are required by law to distribute the "Truth in Renting" statement to all new tenants at the beginning of the tenancy. This document, published by the NJ Department of Community Affairs, summarizes tenant rights under state law.

2. Flood Risk Notice (2024 Law)

Effective March 20, 2024, under N.J.S.A. 46:8-50, landlords must provide a written Flood Risk Notice to all prospective tenants before a lease is signed. The notice must disclose:

• Whether the property is located in a FEMA-designated Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA).
• Whether the property has experienced previous flooding.
• Whether flood insurance is available or required.

This is particularly significant for landlords in coastal and riverine communities such as Hoboken, Jersey City waterfront, and the Shore communities.

3. Lead Paint Disclosure (Pre-1978 Properties)

All landlords of properties built before 1978 must comply with the federal lead-based paint disclosure law. NJ has additional state-level requirements:

• Provide tenants with the EPA-approved "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home" pamphlet.
• Disclose any known lead-based paint or lead-based paint hazards.
• Include a lead warning statement in the lease.

4. Security Deposit Account Information

Within 30 days of receiving a security deposit, the landlord must provide written notice stating:

• The name and address of the banking institution.
• The type of interest-bearing account.
• The current annual interest rate.

5. Window Guards (Buildings with 3+ Units)

Landlords of buildings with three or more dwelling units must provide written notice informing tenants of their right to request window guards. If a child under 10 resides in the unit, the landlord must install window guards at no charge.

6. Identification of Landlord or Managing Agent

Landlords must disclose the name and address of the building owner and any authorized managing agent to each tenant, either in the lease or in a separate written notice.

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With 2024's Flood Risk Notice adding yet another mandatory disclosure, NJ landlords now manage one of the heaviest disclosure burdens in the country. Landager bakes every required notice—Truth in Renting, Flood Risk, Lead Paint, Window Guard, and Deposit Account notifications—directly into your digital leasing flow, ensuring nothing is missed.

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