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NJ A4022
NJ A4022Authorizes development to enhance energy production through solar panel orientation.
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill authorizes that a municipal land use ordinance, site plan ordinance, and a municipality's master plan contain provisions ensuring authorization for the design, development, orientation, and construction of developments and other structures, in a manner that is most beneficial to the installation, use, and efficacy of an operational solar photovoltaic or solar thermal system, in a manner that maximizes solar gain. This legislation would save homeowners and developers time and money in trying to align solar systems to the sun after construction by building this alignment into the structures at the time of conception.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that municipal land use ordinances, site plan ordinances, and master plans must include provisions that authorize the design, development, orientation, and construction of new developments and structures in a way that is most beneficial for the installation, use, and effectiveness of solar photovoltaic (solar panel) or solar thermal (solar water heating) systems, with the goal of maximizing solar gain, which refers to the amount of sunlight captured. This aims to streamline the process for homeowners and developers by integrating optimal solar alignment into the initial planning and construction phases, rather than requiring adjustments after a building is completed.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4022 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4022_I1.HTM |
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