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Introduced
05/08/2017
05/08/2017
In Committee
06/01/2017
06/01/2017
Crossed Over
05/25/2017
05/25/2017
Passed
Dead
01/08/2018
01/08/2018
Introduced Session
2016-2017 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 revises the definition of "inherently beneficial use" under the Municipal Land Use Law to include cooperative sober living residences. These are residences that provide supportive, cooperative housing for individuals recovering from addiction and are licensed by the Department of Community Affairs. By designating these residences as inherently beneficial, the bill makes it easier for them to be established, which in turn will create more opportunities for those struggling with addiction to access this type of recovery-focused housing. This is particularly important given the ongoing addiction crisis in the state.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Human Services Committee (on 06/01/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2016/Bills/S3500/3161_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2016/Bills/S3500/3161_I1.PDF |
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