Three Family Rent Control Weehawken

[Victor Han]

I have been living in two-family (I own) in Weehawken for about 2 years. Never thought rent control would apply to me, but I am looking to buy a three-unit in town. Two of the unit is tenant occupied and one is vacant.

So I have a few questions regarding rent control in Weehawken

1. We want to occupy the bigger unit, which is currently occupied by tenants. Their lease ends in March next year. Can I ask them to move at the end of the lease and live in it myself?

2. Currently, one of the units is empty. The condition is old. If I do some major renovations will I be able to increase the rent?

3. How long do I need to live on the property for the rent to be decontrolled?

Can someone recommend a lawyer familiar with the rent control law in Weehawken, NJ?