Provides that certain developments at commercial farms would not constitute major developments for stormwater management purposes.
This bill exempts small-scale developments at New Jersey commercial farms from being classified as "major developments" under stormwater management rules. Specifically, it states that farm projects creating 1.25 acres or less of regulated impervious surface (like paved areas) or regulated motor vehicle surface (like parking) won't trigger the full permitting requirements and fees for major developments. The law directly affects commercial farms seeking to make minor improvements, such as building small structures or modifying land use, without needing the extensive stormwater management permits required for larger projects. The Department of Environmental Protection may still establish less stringent rules for these small developments but isn't required to do so. This changes the regulatory burden for qualifying farm projects without altering environmental standards.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 5, 2026
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Alex Sauickie
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