Rent Control in Mullica 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 Mullica Township

Mullica Township, located in Atlantic 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 Mullica 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 Mullica Township?

The rent control ordinance in Mullica 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 Mullica Township limits annual rent increases to 1.0%. Increases determined by the June CPI for the Philadelphia region, with a 1% minimum and 4% maximum. Surcharge for hardship, capital improvement, utility, or governmentally-mandated expenses may be app

4. Exemptions and Exceptions

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

• First-time rental and newly constructed mobile homes. Vacancy Decontrol (not to exceed highest gross monthly rent elsewhere in park)

5. How to Check Your Building's Status

To determine if your building is covered by rent control in Mullica 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 Mullica Township Rent Control Board for information about your specific building.
• Call for assistance: (609) 561-0064 ext- 115

6. Additional Resources

• Rent Control Ordinance: View the full text of the ordinance
• Rent Control Board Website: https://www.mullicatownship.org/boards/rent-control-board/
• New Jersey Department of Community Affairs: https://www.nj.gov/dca/

Frequently Asked Questions

Note: This article provides general information about rent control in Mullica 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.