Authorizes installation of automatic standby generators in certain residences without zoning or planning board approval.
This bill (A4405) allows homeowners in one- or two-family residences to install automatic standby generators without needing approval from their local zoning or planning board. The generators must be permanently connected to the home's electrical system, run on natural gas or propane, and only activate during power outages to provide backup power. It specifically removes the requirement for municipal review for these residential installations, streamlining the process for homeowners seeking backup power systems. The bill does not affect commercial properties or other types of generators.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 19, 2026
Last action Feb 19, 2026
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Feb 19, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Housing Committee
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Jay Webber
RRepublican
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