Concerns security measures for retirement communities and other hotels and multiple dwellings.

This New Jersey bill requires retirement communities to conduct self-inspections every five years, file a safety checklist with the state, and obtain certification from a fire official to verify compliance with health and safety standards. It also adds new security requirements for lobbies and interior common areas in hotels and multiple dwellings, alongside updated standards for lead-based paint hazards in certain properties. The changes aim to enhance resident safety through regular assessments and clearer security protocols, with municipalities allowed to charge modest fees for certification. These provisions directly affect retirement communities, hotels, and multi-unit residential buildings across the state.