A 1862 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes "Zero Energy Construction Act"; requires all new residential and commercial developments to be zero energy ready; requires developers to offer zero energy construction.

The "Zero Energy Construction Act" requires all new residential and commercial buildings in New Jersey to be constructed as "zero energy ready" starting January 1, 2025, meaning they are designed to meet their energy needs through on-site renewable sources. It directly affects developers of new buildings and prospective owners, who must be offered zero energy construction options and provided with cost disclosures and information about energy savings. Developers must also inform buyers about available incentives and compile details on environmental benefits, while the state will maintain an online resource for this information. The bill amends building codes to mandate these standards and ensures transparency about financial and environmental impacts.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee
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