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Voorhees Township, located in Camden County in southern New Jersey, is a primarily residential suburb with a significant rental population. Many renters in Voorhees live in apartment complexes, townhomes, and single-family rentals, and frequently search for clarity on rent increases, security deposit returns, and eviction procedures. While Voorhees itself has not enacted local housing ordinances beyond what state law requires, New Jersey provides some of the strongest statewide tenant protections in the United States.
New Jersey's landlord-tenant framework is governed principally by the New Jersey Anti-Eviction Act (N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.1 et seq.), the Security Deposit Law (N.J.S.A. 46:8-19 et seq.), and the Truth in Renting Act (N.J.S.A. 46:8-43 et seq.). These statutes give Voorhees renters meaningful protections on habitability, deposit handling, eviction procedures, and anti-retaliation. Understanding these laws can help you navigate disputes with your landlord before they escalate.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and local ordinances can change; always verify current requirements with a licensed New Jersey attorney or a qualified legal aid organization before taking action.
No Rent Control in Voorhees Township. Voorhees Township has not enacted a local rent control or rent stabilization ordinance. Unlike many New Jersey cities such as Newark or Jersey City, Voorhees has chosen not to exercise the authority granted to municipalities under New Jersey's Rent Control enabling framework. Because no ordinance exists, there is no cap on how much a landlord may increase rent between lease terms in Voorhees.
New Jersey does not have a statewide preemption statute that prohibits municipalities from adopting rent control — the decision rests with each municipality. However, absent a local ordinance, landlords in Voorhees are free to raise rents to any amount upon proper notice. For month-to-month tenants, one full rental period's written notice is required before a rent increase takes effect (N.J.S.A. 2A:18-56). For fixed-term leases, any rent change becomes effective only at renewal unless the lease expressly permits mid-term increases.
Renters concerned about affordability should consult the Camden County Office of Tenant-Landlord Relations or a legal aid organization to explore whether any other protections may apply to their specific rental unit or situation.
New Jersey law provides a comprehensive set of tenant protections that apply to all rental housing in Voorhees Township.
Implied Warranty of Habitability (N.J.S.A. 2A:42-85 et seq.; Marini v. Ireland, 56 N.J. 130 (1970)). Landlords must maintain rental units in a safe and habitable condition, including functioning heat, plumbing, electrical systems, and structural integrity. If a landlord fails to make necessary repairs after written notice, tenants may have the right to repair-and-deduct or to withhold rent into a court-supervised escrow.
Security Deposit Rules (N.J.S.A. 46:8-19 et seq.). Landlords may collect a security deposit of no more than one and one-half months' rent. Deposits must be held in a separate interest-bearing account, and the landlord must notify the tenant in writing within 30 days of the bank name and account number. Interest accrued on the deposit belongs to the tenant and must be credited annually or paid out.
Notice Requirements for Termination (N.J.S.A. 2A:18-56). Month-to-month tenants must receive at least one full rental period's written notice before a landlord may terminate the tenancy. Fixed-term leases expire by their own terms, but the Anti-Eviction Act still requires a qualifying just-cause ground before a landlord may refuse to renew or pursue eviction.
Anti-Retaliation Protection (N.J.S.A. 2A:42-10.10 et seq.). Landlords are prohibited from retaliating against tenants who report housing code violations, contact inspectors, organize tenant unions, or assert their legal rights. Retaliatory acts include rent increases, service reductions, and eviction proceedings initiated within 90 days of protected tenant activity. A court may presume retaliation if adverse action follows within that window.
Lockout and Utility Shutoff Prohibition (N.J.S.A. 2A:39-1 et seq.; N.J.S.A. 2A:42-10.10). Self-help eviction is illegal in New Jersey. A landlord who changes locks, removes doors or windows, or intentionally disrupts essential services such as heat, water, or electricity to force a tenant out may be held liable for damages. Only a court order obtained through the formal eviction process (Special Civil Part, Landlord-Tenant Division) authorizes removal of a tenant.
Truth in Renting Act (N.J.S.A. 46:8-43 et seq.). Landlords of buildings with two or more rental units must provide tenants with a copy of the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs' "Truth in Renting" statement at the start of the tenancy, outlining tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities.
Cap on Security Deposits. Under N.J.S.A. 46:8-21.2, a landlord in New Jersey — including Voorhees Township — may not collect a security deposit exceeding one and one-half (1.5) months' rent at the start of the tenancy. Annual increases to the deposit are limited to 10% of the current deposit amount per year.
Holding Requirements. The deposit must be deposited in a separate, interest-bearing account at a New Jersey bank within 30 days of receipt (N.J.S.A. 46:8-19). The landlord must provide written notice to the tenant of the bank name, address, and account number within 30 days. Interest earned on the deposit belongs to the tenant and must be applied to rent or paid out annually.
Return Deadline. After the tenancy ends, the landlord must return the security deposit — along with accrued interest and an itemized written statement of any deductions — within 30 days of the termination of the tenancy or the tenant's vacating of the unit, whichever is later (N.J.S.A. 46:8-21.1). If the tenant was displaced by fire, flood, or other casualty, the return deadline is five banking days.
Penalty for Wrongful Withholding. If a landlord fails to return the deposit or provide an itemized deduction statement within the required 30-day window, the tenant is entitled to double the amount wrongfully withheld, plus attorney's fees and court costs, under N.J.S.A. 46:8-21.1. Allowable deductions are limited to unpaid rent and documented damage beyond normal wear and tear.
Just-Cause Requirement. New Jersey's Anti-Eviction Act (N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.1) requires landlords to establish a valid statutory ground — "just cause" — before evicting a residential tenant. Recognized grounds include nonpayment of rent, disorderly conduct, willful destruction of property, violation of a substantial lease covenant after written notice, habitual late payment, and owner occupancy (for certain buildings), among others. A landlord may not evict simply because the lease has expired or because the landlord wants to raise the rent.
Step 1 — Written Notice. Before filing in court, the landlord must serve the appropriate written notice on the tenant. For nonpayment of rent, a three-day notice to pay or quit is required (N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.2). For lease violations, a one-month notice to cure or quit is typically required. For month-to-month terminations based on owner occupancy or other grounds, longer notice periods apply. All notices must be served personally or posted conspicuously on the unit.
Step 2 — Filing in Special Civil Part. If the tenant does not comply or vacate after the notice period, the landlord files a Complaint for Possession in the Special Civil Part, Landlord-Tenant Division of the Camden County Superior Court. The tenant receives a summons and the court schedules a hearing, typically within a few weeks.
Step 3 — Court Hearing. Both parties may appear and present evidence at the hearing. Tenants have the right to raise defenses, including payment of rent, retaliation, habitability issues, or procedural defects in the notice. If the court rules in the landlord's favor, it issues a Judgment for Possession.
Step 4 — Warrant for Removal. After a Judgment for Possession, the landlord must request a Warrant for Removal. A court officer (Special Civil Part Officer) — not the landlord — executes the removal. Tenants typically receive three business days' notice before the lockout is carried out (N.J. Court Rules, R. 6:7-1).
Self-Help Eviction Is Illegal. A landlord who changes locks, removes belongings, shuts off utilities, or otherwise attempts to forcibly remove a tenant without a court order commits an illegal act under New Jersey law (N.J.S.A. 2A:39-1 et seq.) and may be ordered to restore possession and pay damages to the tenant.
This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The information presented here reflects publicly available laws and regulations as of April 2026, but landlord-tenant statutes, local ordinances, and court interpretations can change. Renters in Voorhees Township, New Jersey should verify the current status of any law or protection with a licensed New Jersey attorney or a qualified legal aid organization before taking action. RentCheckMe is not a law firm and no attorney-client relationship is created by your use of this site.
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