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NJ S4642
Bill
Status
6/23/2025
Primary Sponsor
Raj Mukherji
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AI Summary
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Authorizes municipal governing bodies to adopt an ordinance or resolution allowing single exit stairways to serve residential buildings (Group R-2 occupancy) up to six stories
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Permits the first floor to be used for non-residential purposes if classified as nonhazardous occupancy by the Commissioner and served by entrances separate from residential floors
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Applies only to new development applications submitted after the bill's effective date, not existing structures or pending applications
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Requires the Commissioner of Community Affairs to publish regulatory guidance and a model ordinance on the Department's website for municipalities to use
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Takes effect on the first day of the fourth month following enactment, with the Commissioner permitted to take preparatory actions before that date
Legislative Description
Permits single exit stairwells in certain new residential buildings under State Uniform Construction Code.
Community and Urban Affairs
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
6/23/2025