Requires fire suppression systems in new single and two family homes.

This bill, the "New Home Fire Safety Act," requires fire suppression systems in all newly constructed single and two-family homes in New Jersey (excluding manufactured homes and homes not connected to public water systems). It mandates that local officials cannot issue a certificate of occupancy until a fire suppression system meets state safety standards set by the Commissioner of Community Affairs. Key provisions include requiring systems to comply with specific technical codes, install separate shut-off valves, and include dedicated water meters for fire suppression. The requirement would apply to homes with construction permits issued after the bill's effective date (seven months post-enactment), but not to existing homes or those with permits approved before the bill takes effect.