Prohibits certain demolitions without inspection for pest infestation.
New Jersey's S 4166 requires a pest inspection and certification before demolishing a building if a closely-situated building exists within 10 feet on a different property. A health officer or certified pest control professional must inspect for severe pest infestations (like rats, mice, or roaches) and certify that no risk exists for spreading to adjacent buildings; if pests are found, they must be eliminated before demolition. The demolition applicant pays for the inspection and any required pest control, and the certification must be filed with construction officials at least two months before the demolition permit is issued. This requirement does not apply if no nearby building exists or if the structure poses an immediate collapse risk.
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Introduced Mar 3, 2025
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Benjie Wimberly
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