New Jersey Rental Application Form

Cancel a tenant's lease before the expiry of the term with this New Jersey Agreement for Early Termination of Lease form.

• This form is not for evictions. It can only be used when both the landlord and tenant agree to terminate the lease early.
• This Agreement is for residential tenants only. You must use a different form for commercial rental properties.
• The tenant must still give the landlord written notice setting out the proposed termination date.
• The tenant agrees to pay a lease buyout fee.
• Download and enter the details to reflect your circumstances.
• Intended to be used only in the State of New Jersey.

Assign an existing lease to a new owner of the property with this New Jersey Assignment of Lease by Landlord form.

• The Assignment is between the seller (current landlord), the purchaser of the property (new landlord), and the tenant.
• The tenant covenants to pay rent to the new landlord and continue to perform the tenant's obligations under the lease.
• The purchaser and seller agree to indemnify each other against any claims or actions arising out of any breach of the terms of the assignment.
• The Assignment form can be used for both commercial and residential rental properties.
• This legal form is available as a MS Word download.
• Intended for use only in the State of New Jersey.

Overview of the New Jersey Notice to Cease for Habitual Late Payment of Rent

This Notice to Cease is designed for situations where a tenant regularly fails to pay rent on time. It is issued in accordance with the New Jersey Statutes and the Anti-Eviction Act, serving as a formal warning to the tenant regarding their payment obligations.

Purpose of the Notice

The primary goal of this Notice is to inform the tenant that ongoing late payment of rent is unacceptable. By serving this Notice, the landlord clarifies that the tenant must ensure rent is paid promptly on the due date moving forward.

Tenant's Right to Remain

If the tenant settles all outstanding rent and continues to make timely payments after receiving this Notice, they are permitted to remain in the rental unit. Continued compliance with payment terms will allow the tenancy to continue without further issue.

Consequences of Continued Late Payment

Should the tenant fail to pay rent on time again after being served with the Notice to Cease, the landlord has the right to terminate the tenancy. In such cases, the landlord may initiate eviction proceedings against the tenant in accordance with legal requirements.

What is Included With the Notice Form

A Certificate of Service form accompanies this Notice. This form is used to document the method and details of how the Notice was provided to the tenant, ensuring proper legal process is followed.

The form package also includes guidance to assist landlords in accurately completing and delivering the Notice to the tenant. These instructions help ensure that all procedural requirements are met.

Format and Jurisdiction

The Notice to Cease is available in Microsoft Word format for ease of use and editing. It is intended for use only within the State of New Jersey.

Overview of the New Jersey 30-Day Notice to Quit 

Landlords in New Jersey have the legal right to terminate a tenancy when a tenant repeatedly fails to pay rent on time. To initiate this process, the landlord must serve the tenant with a 30-Day Notice to Quit. This formal notice is intended for situations where the tenant has habitually paid rent late, despite prior warnings.

Prior Notice Requirement

Before issuing the 30-Day Notice to Quit, the landlord must first serve the tenant with a Notice to Cease. The Notice to Cease acts as a warning, informing the tenant of the need to pay rent punctually. If the tenant continues to pay rent late after receiving this warning, the landlord may then proceed with the Notice to Quit.

Purpose and Implications of the Notice to Quit

The 30-Day Notice to Quit clearly informs the tenant that, due to their continued failure to comply with the Notice to Cease, the tenancy is now terminated. The tenant is required to vacate the premises within thirty days of receiving this notice.

If the tenant does not leave the property by the specified date, the landlord is entitled to begin eviction proceedings to regain possession of the premises.

Certificate of Service

To document how and when the Notice to Quit was delivered to the tenant, a Certificate of Service form is included. This form enables the landlord to record the specific details of service, ensuring legal compliance and clarity in the eviction process.

Format and Intended Use

The Notice to Quit, along with the Certificate of Service, is provided in Microsoft Word format for ease of use and editing. It is specifically designed for use within the State of New Jersey and should not be used in other jurisdictions.

• The Agreement establishes what is called a "periodic tenancy" because it runs from rental period to rental period (month to month or week to week).
• The tenant must pay late fees if the rent is not paid on time, and a charge for any returned checks.
• The tenant is responsible for yard maintenance.
• Procedure that the landlord must follow for returning the tenant's security deposit at the end of the tenancy.
• Provisions for termination by either party, in accordance with landlord-tenant laws.
• The file also contains a Lead Paint Disclosure form, as required by law.
• Also included is a Premises Condition Report to be jointly filled in by the landlord and the tenant at the beginning and the end of the tenancy.