Authorizes construction, installation, and operation of solar energy generating facilities, structures, and equipment on preserved farmland, in certain cases, pursuant to lease agreement executed between landowner and solar developer.

This bill (A5200) permits landowners of preserved farmland in New Jersey to construct, install, and operate solar energy facilities under lease agreements with solar developers, rather than requiring landowner ownership. Key provisions include mandatory lease terms specifying boundaries, rent adjustments for inflation, maintenance responsibilities, and strict land restoration requirements after lease termination. The facilities must not significantly interfere with agricultural use, limit solar coverage to 1% of the farm area or annual energy needs (plus 10%), and require committee approval before installation. It directly affects preserved farmland owners and solar developers, updating existing law to align with current industry leasing practices while maintaining farmland preservation goals.