Exempts community gardens with on-site composting systems from certain DEP permits if they meet specific conditions.

This bill exempts community gardens operating on-site composting systems or other organic waste management systems from certain Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) permits. To qualify, the garden must accept no more than 200 gallons of source-separated food waste per week, with larger gardens allowed more based on property size. All compost generated must be used on-site or given away or sold under DEP guidelines.

Exempts community gardens with on-site composting systems from certain DEP permits if they meet specific conditions.

This bill exempts community gardens operating on-site composting systems or other organic waste management systems from certain Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) permits. To qualify, the garden must accept no more than 200 gallons of source-separated food waste per week, with larger gardens allowed more based on property size. All compost generated must be used on-site or given away or sold under DEP guidelines.