New Jersey A559 mandates fire escape mechanisms in residential buildings and sets penalties for non-compliance.

New Jersey A559 introduces fire safety measures requiring residential buildings to have fire escape mechanisms on each level with living space above the ground floor. These mechanisms must allow safe exit from windows when ground floor exits are inaccessible due to fire or smoke. The bill also mandates smoke alarms and portable fire extinguishers in residential structures. Violations carry fines up to $1,000 for fire escape mechanisms and $100 for fire extinguishers. The Commissioner of Community Affairs is tasked with creating rules to implement these requirements.

New Jersey A559 mandates fire escape mechanisms in residential buildings and sets penalties for non-compliance.

New Jersey A559 introduces fire safety measures requiring residential buildings to have fire escape mechanisms on each level with living space above the ground floor. These mechanisms must allow safe exit from windows when ground floor exits are inaccessible due to fire or smoke. The bill also mandates smoke alarms and portable fire extinguishers in residential structures. Violations carry fines up to $1,000 for fire escape mechanisms and $100 for fire extinguishers. The Commissioner of Community Affairs is tasked with creating rules to implement these requirements.