Newark rental law

As of Oct 6, 2026. Not legal advice.

Raise rent in Newark

Up to 4% a year, less if the CPI is lower

Earliest start: Dec 1, 2026. Give a written notice at least one month ahead, by Nov 1, 2026.

The exact limit follows inflation, so it may be lower.

Dec 31, 2026New Jersey

Current figure ends: NJ residential rental application fee cap ($50)

Up to $50 per application.
Jul 1, 2027New Jersey

Takes effect: Forbidding the Algorithmic Inflation of Rent (FAIR) Act

Not yet: a state ban starts Jul 1, 2027.

State law applies here too. Where both cover a rental, the stricter city rule usually wins; each rule's page says so.

They can look at your situation. We only explain the law.