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NJ S3739

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Patrick Diegnan

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends New Jersey law to allow electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) installation at existing gas stations, retail establishments, and other buildings through administrative approval with a non-discretionary permit, eliminating site plan review and variance requirements.

  • Removes prior requirements that EVSE installations comply with bulk zoning standards and original site plan approval conditions, retaining only compliance with the State Uniform Construction Code Act and applicable safety standards.

  • Limits municipal and county review to verifying the installation will not have specific, identifiable adverse impacts on public health or safety supported by substantial evidence, excluding general planning or land use considerations.

  • EVSE infrastructure that encroaches on required setbacks does not constitute an adverse public health or safety impact, though installations cannot obstruct sight triangles, fire lanes, or emergency access.

  • Takes effect immediately and applies to pending applications as well as those submitted after enactment.

Legislative Description

Establishes certain electric vehicle supply equipment development processes and standards concerning public health and safety; removes certain existing approval requirements while preserving applicable safety and inspection standards.

Transportation

Last Action

Transferred to Senate Transportation Committee

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Community and Urban Affairs3/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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