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Washington, NJ local landlord rules

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Last reviewed 2026-10-16

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Rental licensing / registrationIn Washington, a landlord needs a certificate of housing from the municipality before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 66-6).

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Rental licensing / registration

In Washington, a landlord needs a certificate of housing from the municipality before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 66-6). Code text: "No person shall occupy any rental unit without first securing a certificate of housing, nor shall the owner and/or managing agent permit occupancy of any rental unit unless the rental unit has been."

Verified Source: Washington Code, "ch. 66: Rental Property", § 66-6 · last checked 2026-10-16

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