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S 4196

Modifies additional fees and taxes imposed on certain real property transfers valued over $1 million; expands imposition of fees and taxes to real property classified Industrial Property and certain Apartments.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Vin Gopal

The bill broadens NJ transfer taxes/fees to apply to real property deals over $1 million, including Industrial Property and certain apartments, raising costs on high-value transfer

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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Bill Summary · S 4196

Summary of Bill S 4196 (New Jersey, 222nd Session)

Purpose and intent

S 4196 proposes to modify and expand state-level fees and taxes related to real property transfers in New Jersey. The bill targets real property transactions valued over $1 million and broadens the regime to include new property classifications (Industrial Property and certain Apartments). The overarching goal appears to be increasing revenue from higher-value property transfers and extending existing transfer-related charges to more property types.

Key provisions and changes

  • Threshold for imposition: The bill focuses on real property transfers valued over $1,000,000. Transactions meeting or exceeding this value would be subject to revised or expanded fees and taxes under the bill.

  • Expansion of taxed real property types:

    • Industrial Property: Real estate classified as Industrial Property would be newly subject to the imposition of the specified fees/taxes.
    • Certain Apartments: Some apartment properties would also fall under the expanded imposition, though the bill’s text would determine which apartment classes are included (e.g., size, use, or classification by property records).

  • Modification of additional fees and taxes: The bill would alter the amount, structure, or application of additional fees and taxes that apply to high-value transfers. This could include:

    • Adjustments to existing transfer taxes or surcharges
    • New ancillary fees tied to high-value transactions
    • Changes to calculation methods or rates for these transfers

  • Application and administration: As with similar measures, the bill would likely require implementation details such as

    • who collects the fees (e.g., municipal, county, or state agencies)
    • timing of assessment and payment (at transfer closing or recording)
    • reporting and enforcement provisions
    • any exemptions or rebates (e.g., certain transfers, nonprofit entities, or government-related transactions)

Who is affected

  • Property sellers and buyers involved in transfers valued over $1 million, particularly for:
    • Industrial Property transactions
    • Certain high-value apartment transactions
  • Property brokers, title companies, and attorneys facilitating high-value transfers, who may have increased compliance and reporting obligations
  • Tax administrators and local government entities that implement and collect the applicable fees/taxes

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • The bill indicates a change to the scope of real property transfer taxation/fee imposition for transactions over $1 million.
  • Specific effective dates, transitional rules, and phased implementation (if any) would be defined in the bill’s text, including any sunset provisions or scheduled rate adjustments.
  • Potential publication of implementing regulations or clarifications by the relevant state or local authorities would be expected.

Notable considerations

  • The expansion to Industrial Property and certain Apartments broadens the pool of transactions subject to transfer-related charges, potentially increasing costs for a subset of high-value real estate deals.
  • The actual impact depends on the final rates, exemptions, and administrative rules established in the bill and any accompanying fiscal notes.

Note: This summary reflects the bill’s stated scope and provisions as described. For precise language, applicability, exemptions, and effective dates, consult the bill text, fiscal impact statements, and any committee amendments.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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