Rent Control in Barnegat Township, NJ

Last updated: January 2026

A practical guide to understanding who is covered, key exemptions, and how to check your building's status.

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1. Overview of Rent Control in Barnegat Township

Barnegat Township, located in Ocean County, New Jersey, has a local rent control ordinance that provides rent stabilization and tenant protection for many residential rental units. The ordinance is administered by the Barnegat Township Rent Control Board.

This article is a high‑level guide based on public resources and the municipality's rent control ordinance. It is not legal advice. For specific questions about your situation, consult with a qualified attorney or contact the local rent control office.

2. Who Is Covered by Rent Control in Barnegat Township?

The rent control ordinance in Barnegat Township applies to specific types of properties based on the number of units and other criteria:

• Property type: The ordinance applies to mobile home parks.

3. Rent Increase Limits

The rent control ordinance in Barnegat Township limits annual rent increases to 3.5%. Lesser of 3.5% and CPI; Increased cost to landlord of utilities, any increase in mobile home space fee or license fee charged by Township. Capital improvement surcharge allowed with Rent Leveling Boar

4. Exemptions and Exceptions

The following properties or situations may be exempt from rent control in Barnegat Township:

• First time rental. Tenants are entitled to rent reduction in instances of municipal property tax, utility, space fee, or license fee decreases

5. How to Check Your Building's Status

To determine if your building is covered by rent control in Barnegat Township, you can:

• Use RentCheckMe: Enter your address in the RentCheckMe address checker to see if your building is likely covered by rent control.
• Contact the Rent Control Board: Reach out to the Barnegat Township Rent Control Board for information about your specific building.
• Call for assistance: (609) 698-0080 ext- 190

6. Additional Resources

• Rent Control Ordinance: View the full text of the ordinance
• Rent Control Board Website: https://www.barnegat.net/
• New Jersey Department of Community Affairs: https://www.nj.gov/dca/

Frequently Asked Questions

Note: This article provides general information about rent control in Barnegat Township. Rent control laws can be complex and may change over time. For specific questions about your situation, consult with a qualified attorney or contact the local rent control office.