NJ A5490

Prohibits developers of inclusionary developments (containing both market-rate and affordable units) from creating separate entrances, amenities, or other features that segregate residents based on income-restricted unit status or other protected characteristics

Bars municipal governing bodies, approving authorities, and zoning officers from approving development applications that would result in segregated housing arrangements

Affordable units in developments found to violate the segregation prohibition will not count toward a municipality's fair share affordable housing obligation, unless the application was approved before the bill's effective date

Authorizes the Commissioner of Community Affairs to establish penalties and enforcement mechanisms, including a complaint process for interested parties and department authority to investigate and require corrections

Takes effect on the first day of the 10th month following enactment, with the Commissioner required to adopt implementing rules within six months of enactment