A 3153 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

"Home Business Jobs Creation Act"; classifies certain home businesses as permitted accessory uses.

This bill permits home-based small businesses to operate as "permitted accessory uses" in residential zones without needing special zoning variances, directly affecting homeowners running small businesses from their homes. It establishes eight specific requirements they must meet, including compatibility with residential use, no visible signs or excessive traffic, no noise or pollution, and compliance with insurance rules. Municipalities cannot require ordinance changes to comply but may set local standards for guest volume or delivery traffic. The bill does not override community deed restrictions or affect existing zoning that aligns with its provisions.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee
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