New Jersey S3042 mandates fire escape mechanisms in residential buildings and sets penalties for non-compliance.
New Jersey S3042 introduces stricter fire safety regulations for residential buildings. It requires all residential structures to be equipped with fire escape mechanisms, which are defined as devices that allow safe exit from windows when ground floor exits are inaccessible due to fire, smoke, or other dangers. The bill also mandates smoke alarms and portable fire extinguishers in certain residential buildings. It provides for penalties, up to $1,000 for fire escape mechanism violations and $500 for fire extinguisher violations.
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