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NJ S392

Bill

Status

Failed

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brian Stack

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Restricts new building heights in the area between the Palisades cliffs and the Hudson River in Hudson and Bergen Counties, New Jersey
  • Maximum building height, including rooftop mechanical structures, must be at least 10 feet below either the cliff wall elevation or the surface of Palisade Avenue, whichever is lower
  • Applies to all proposed buildings that have not yet received full government approvals as of the effective date
  • Prohibits issuance of any government permits, ordinances, or approvals for non-compliant structures
  • Includes a severability clause allowing remaining provisions to stand if any portion is ruled unconstitutional

Legislative Description

"Palisades Cliffs Protection Act"; limits height of new construction in area below cliffs east of Palisades.

Withdrawn from the Files

Last Action

Withdrawn from Consideration

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Budget and Appropriations1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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