S.2848

Provides that solar and photovoltaic energy facilities and structures on farmland are not inherently beneficial use, per se, for purposes of zoning approvals.

Introduced·3/4/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2848 excludes solar and photovoltaic energy facilities on farmland from being considered inherently beneficial uses for zoning approvals.

New Jersey S2848 amends the Municipal Land Use Law to clarify that solar and photovoltaic energy facilities or structures on farmland are not inherently beneficial uses for zoning approvals. This bill redefines "inherently beneficial use" to exclude solar and photovoltaic energy facilities on farmland, thereby requiring a more rigorous review process for such developments. This change affects landowners and developers seeking to install solar or photovoltaic energy facilities on farmland, impacting their ability to obtain zoning approvals.

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Where it stands

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

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 4, 2024

Senate

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