N.J. Admin. Code § 10:44A-3.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 17, September 3, 2024

Section 10:44A-3.2 - Rules governing a residence

(a) The licensee may establish reasonable rules that govern the conduct of individuals in their residences, including, but not limited to, rules regarding smoking and pets, provided:

1. The rules are commensurate with the individuals' abilities and rights, as detailed in the Division's rights document;

2. Individuals and their guardians, where applicable, are informed of the rules governing a residence prior to their admission, as required at N.J.A.C. 10:44A-4.1;

3. The individuals affected by such rules are consulted whenever a revision is considered, and there is evidence the rules are necessary to promote order and to benefit the collective group;

4. The rules include provisions to ensure than an individual exercising his or her rights does so in such a way so as to not infringe upon the rights of, or endanger, others; and

5. Each copy of the rules contains a statement that an individual or a group of individuals has the right to challenge such rules as to their appropriateness through the licensee's grievance procedure, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 10:44A-2.2(b)13.

(b) The individuals served at a particular residence may jointly choose to establish mutually agreed upon house rules regarding conduct in the home, in accordance with (a)1 through 5 above.

N.J. Admin. Code § 10:44A-3.2

Amended by 55 N.J.R. 171(a), effective 2/6/2023