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NJ S1117

NJ S1117
Provides that cooperative sober living residences are inherently beneficial uses.

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Introduced
01/30/2020
In Committee
01/30/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022

Introduced Session

2020-2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill would revise the definition of inherently beneficial use under the "Municipal Land Use Law," P.L.1975, c.291 (C.40:55D-1 et seq.) to include cooperative sober living residences. If a use is deemed inherently beneficial, it presumptively satisfies the positive criteria for the grant of a use variance under subsection d. of section 57 of P.L.1975, c.291 (C.40:55D-70). This bill would make it easier for these residences to be established, which in turn would create more opportunities for individuals struggling with addiction to obtain supportive, cooperative sober living housing. With the addiction crisis that is currently facing the State, it is critical to ensure that there are sufficient residences with support structures in place to help people on the path to recovery from addiction.

AI Summary

This bill would revise the definition of "inherently beneficial use" under the Municipal Land Use Law to include cooperative sober living residences. If a use is deemed inherently beneficial, it presumptively satisfies the positive criteria for the grant of a use variance, making it easier for these residences to be established. This change is intended to create more opportunities for individuals struggling with addiction to obtain supportive, cooperative sober living housing, which is critical given the current addiction crisis facing the state.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 01/30/2020)
(3 Companion Bills)

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