S.116

"Home Business Jobs Creation Act"; classifies certain home businesses as permitted accessory uses.

Introduced·1/9/24

New Jersey S116 permits certain home businesses as accessory uses in residential zones.

New Jersey S116, the "Home Business Jobs Creation Act," allows municipalities to classify certain home businesses as permitted accessory uses in residential zones. This bill aims to balance the growth of home businesses with the needs of residential areas. To qualify, home businesses must meet specific criteria, including compatibility with residential use, limited guest volume, no outside appearance, acceptable delivery and vehicular traffic, and no noise, vibration, glare, fumes, odors, or electronic interference.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

DD
2
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Economic Growth Committee: Reported with Amendments

4 Yea

DRDD

0 Nay

1 Not Voting

R

Calendar

Feb 10, 2025

10:30 AM

Senate Economic Growth Hearing

History

Feb 10, 2025

Senate

Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading

Sep 19, 2024

Senate

Transferred to Senate Economic Growth Committee

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee