A 5166 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Prohibits municipalities from requiring certain plan approval related to addition of up to five van accessible parking spaces to existing parking facilities.

This bill prevents New Jersey municipalities from requiring special plan approvals to add up to five van-accessible parking spaces to existing commercial parking lots. It applies specifically to improvements in business districts and ensures that adding these wider spaces, which are designed for vehicles with wheelchair lifts, does not trigger additional permitting hurdles. By removing the need for minor site plan or construction code approvals for these specific upgrades, the legislation aims to streamline the process for businesses wanting to improve accessibility. The changes take effect immediately upon passage, allowing property owners to implement these modifications without facing the usual bureaucratic delays.
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Jun 2026
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Introduced Jun 1, 2026 Last action Jun 1, 2026
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Robert Karabinchak
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