New Jersey Rental inspections

Can the city inspect my rental property in New Jersey?

Yes, for multiple dwellings (3 or more units). The DCA Bureau of Housing Inspection inspects them under the Hotel and Multiple Dwelling Law on a tiered cycle: every 7 years if no violations or all abated before the first reinspection, every 5 years if abated by the second or third reinspection, and every 2 years otherwise. Municipalities may also inspect.

Verified Source: N.J.S.A. 55:13A-1 et seq. (incl. 55:13A-13) · last checked 2026-10-23