Bill > A5241

This bill prohibits approving authorities from approving the construction of large warehouses (defined as sites at least 100,000 square feet used primarily for storage) on lots within 1,000 feet of historic districts that meet specific criteria: the district must consist of at least 100 contributing resources and be located along a roadway in the New Jersey Scenic and Historic Highways Program. The prohibition applies to both site plan approvals and project-related permits, effectively creating a buffer zone to protect historic areas from large warehouse developments. However, the bill includes a provision allowing planning boards with jurisdiction over a historic district to grant waivers if a developer petitions them and the board agrees. The legislation specifically excludes waterway-designated historic districts and does not apply to redevelopment applications under a specific existing law. The bill will take effect immediately and will apply to warehouse construction proposals for which a permit has not already been declared complete by the enforcing agency.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5241