New Jersey Late fee grace period

Is there a grace period before a late fee can be charged in New Jersey?

Senior citizens get a 5 business-day grace period before a late fee may be charged. No general grace period applies to other tenants; late charges must be in the lease.

Verified Source: N.J.S.A. 2A:42-6.1 to -6.3 (NJ DCA Truth in Renting) · last checked 2026-10-15