New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S3664

Introduced
2/28/23  

Caption

Establishes additional municipal review processes and procedures related to development of certain large warehouses; requires certain real property revaluations and reassessments.

Impact

The bill significantly impacts municipal planning procedures by incorporating additional steps for large warehouse developments. It requires a report to be submitted within 90 days after receiving an application, which provides municipal governing bodies with updated information for decision-making. Notably, if the municipality has not reassessed property values in the last five years preceding the approval of a warehouse project, they must do so within 24 months after the completion of the warehouse. This change addresses concerns regarding equitable property tax assessments in light of potentially significant developments.

Summary

Bill S3664 introduces additional review processes and requirements for the development of large warehouses in New Jersey. The key objective of this legislation is to ensure that municipalities closely examine their master plans and development regulations when considering applications for large warehouse developments. Specifically, before any such application is assessed, the local planning board is mandated to conduct a special reexamination and prepare a report to incorporate new guidelines from the State Planning Commission, unless they have completed an update within the last year. This provision aims to streamline the approval process while ensuring adherence to state guidelines.

Contention

Potential points of contention surrounding S3664 include its impact on local control versus state oversight. Proponents argue that establishing consistent guidelines will aid in managing the planning processes for large warehouses, which can significantly affect communities. However, critics may raise concerns that this enactment might limit local authority, undermining the ability of municipalities to govern according to their unique needs and circumstances. Balancing the benefits of such regulated development with the preservation of local governance rights is likely to evoke substantial discussion among stakeholders.

Companion Bills

NJ A5337

Same As Establishes additional municipal review processes and procedures related to development of certain large warehouses; requires certain real property revaluations and reassessments.

Previously Filed As

NJ S1432

Establishes additional municipal review processes and procedures related to development of certain large warehouses; requires certain real property revaluations and reassessments.

NJ A914

Establishes additional municipal review processes and procedures related to development of certain large warehouses; requires certain real property revaluations and reassessments.

NJ A5337

Establishes additional municipal review processes and procedures related to development of certain large warehouses; requires certain real property revaluations and reassessments.

NJ S3025

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.

NJ A3256

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.

NJ A4475

Concerns development of certain large warehouses by requiring county planning board approval for certain development and providing for the installation of solar panels under certain circumstances.

NJ S2843

Requires State Planning Commission to adopt model ordinance for siting certain warehouses and permits conforming updates to municipal master plans and zoning ordinances and establishes fund in DCA; appropriates $5 million.

NJ A4950

Requires State Planning Commission to adopt model ordinance for siting certain warehouses and permits conforming updates to municipal master plans and zoning ordinances and establishes fund in DCA; appropriates $5 million.

NJ A3346

Requires State Planning Commission to adopt model ordinance for siting certain warehouses and permits conforming updates to municipal master plans and zoning ordinances and establishes fund in DCA; appropriates $5 million.

NJ S1077

Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.

Similar Bills

NJ A5337

Establishes additional municipal review processes and procedures related to development of certain large warehouses; requires certain real property revaluations and reassessments.

NJ S1432

Establishes additional municipal review processes and procedures related to development of certain large warehouses; requires certain real property revaluations and reassessments.

NJ A914

Establishes additional municipal review processes and procedures related to development of certain large warehouses; requires certain real property revaluations and reassessments.

NJ S1077

Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.

NJ A3685

Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.

NJ S4245

Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.

NJ A5802

Establishes pilot program in Office of Planning Advocacy to reimburse municipalities for certain expenditures concerning warehouse development; appropriates $1 million.

NJ S2843

Requires State Planning Commission to adopt model ordinance for siting certain warehouses and permits conforming updates to municipal master plans and zoning ordinances and establishes fund in DCA; appropriates $5 million.