NJ A1862

Requires all new residential and commercial buildings in New Jersey to be constructed as "zero energy ready" starting January 1, 2025, meaning they must be capable of producing as much energy as they consume if equipped with renewable energy systems.

Mandates developers offer prospective buyers the option to upgrade to full "zero energy building" construction and disclose the projected cost before signing a contract of sale.

Requires developers to inform prospective owners about environmental benefits, potential energy savings, and available credits, rebates, or incentives for zero energy buildings before sale.

Directs the Commissioner of Community Affairs, in consultation with the Department of Environmental Protection and Board of Public Utilities, to adopt rules, revise the State Uniform Construction Code, and publish zero energy building information online.

Prohibits enforcing agencies from issuing construction permits for new buildings unless the permit requires zero energy ready construction standards.