Permits municipalities to require that new construction be solar ready.

This bill allows New Jersey municipalities to require that all new buildings be "solar ready" through local ordinances. It mandates that construction permit applications for new structures must include plans demonstrating solar-ready design elements, such as roof space and structural support for rooftop solar panels and, if applicable, solar water heating systems. The law defines "solar ready" as incorporating features that enable future installation of solar equipment without major modifications. It does not require immediate solar panel installation but ensures new buildings are prepared for solar adoption as needed.