Provides that certain affordable manufactured home communities are inherently beneficial uses.
Impact
If enacted, A3064 would facilitate the approval process for the development of manufactured home communities that qualify as workforce housing. The bill also updates the terminology within state housing laws, moving from 'mobile home park' to 'manufactured home community.' This change reflects a modernization of the housing landscape, acknowledging the improvements in the construction of manufactured homes and their role in providing affordable living options. Moreover, municipalities would be encouraged to consider manufactured home communities as viable solutions to housing shortages, potentially influencing local zoning decisions and land use planning.
Summary
Assembly Bill A3064 introduces significant amendments to New Jersey's Municipal Land Use Law and the Affordable Housing Act by designating certain affordable manufactured home communities as 'inherently beneficial uses.' This designation aims to streamline the process for these developments, particularly those which provide workforce housing—defined as housing affordable to households with incomes not exceeding 120 percent of the median in the region. By recognizing these communities as inherently beneficial, the intent is to promote the development of affordable housing and address the needs of income-constrained families.
Contention
During discussions around the bill, concerns were raised regarding the impact on local governmental control and land use autonomy. Proponents argue that the bill empowers the state to better address housing affordability challenges by enabling the development of manufactured home communities, which are often overlooked in urban planning. However, opponents caution that this could undermine local regulation efforts and may lead to challenges in integrating these communities into existing neighborhoods. The balancing act between state-level initiatives to promote affordable housing and local governance remains a topic of contention among stakeholders.
Provides that solar and photovoltaic energy facilities and structures on farmland are not inherently beneficial use, per se, for purposes of zoning approvals.
Provides that solar and photovoltaic energy facilities and structures on farmland are not inherently beneficial use, per se, for purposes of zoning approvals.
Provides for regional economic and land use impact report and establishes review processes related to development of certain large warehouses; and requires related real property reassessments.
Environmental protection: solid waste; reporting and compliance requirements for anaerobic digesters; modify. Amends secs. 11502 & 11503 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.11502 & 324.11503). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5790'24