New Jersey Assembly Bill A3370

New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/1/24
• Refer: 2/1/24

Caption

Requires certain warehouse developments to include adequate number of onsite tractor trailer parking spaces.

Impact

Should A3370 be enacted, it would amend the existing legislation, specifically P.L.1975, c.291, by integrating these requirements into the zoning ordinances. Municipalities would thus gain the ability to enforce these parking requirements while also having the discretion to reduce parking space requirements where local ordinances permit. This change could significantly enhance local control over land use, providing a mechanism to manage the flow of traffic and parking associated with commercial developments effectively.

Summary

Assembly Bill A3370 seeks to address the growing concerns regarding overnight tractor trailer parking associated with large warehouse developments. The bill requires that any application for development of a 'large warehouse'—defined as a facility of at least 100,000 square feet—must provide a sufficient number of onsite parking spaces to accommodate the tractor trailers servicing the warehouse. This is aimed at preventing overflow parking on adjacent local properties and rights-of-way, particularly during nighttime hours, specifically from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

Contention

The bill is anticipated to spark discussions about the balance between facilitating commercial growth and preserving neighborhood integrity. Proponents argue that a law mandating sufficient parking is critical for mitigating traffic issues and enhancing safety in communities with large warehouses. Conversely, some critics may view the bill as potentially overregulating development, arguing that too strict parking requirements could deter new warehouse developments and subsequent economic benefits. Therefore, the legislative discourse surrounding A3370 will likely emphasize the need to find a suitable balance between these competing interests.