S.273

"Palisades Cliffs Protection and Planning Act"; concerns preservation of Palisades Cliffs and creates Palisades Cliffs Preservation Council.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

Establishes the Palisades Cliffs Protection and Planning Act to preserve the Palisades Cliffs and create the Palisades Cliffs Preservation Council.

The Palisades Cliffs Protection and Planning Act aims to preserve the Palisades Cliffs in New Jersey by establishing the Palisades Cliffs Preservation Council. The council will be responsible for setting criteria for development in the Palisades Planning Region, which includes land up to 2000 feet east of the Palisades cliff crest. The council will consist of 10 voting members appointed by municipalities within the region. Development in the region must be approved by the council and adhere to height restrictions to maintain sightlines of the Hudson River.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Energy Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

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History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee