S 4369 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Deems farming permitted and inherently beneficial use in all municipal zoning districts under MLUL.

This bill makes farming a legally permitted activity in every zoning district across New Jersey, ensuring that local governments cannot ban it. It defines farming as the production of agricultural or horticultural products and requires all municipalities to treat it as an inherently beneficial use. By overriding conflicting local laws, ordinances, or rules, the measure allows farmers to operate on their land regardless of existing zoning restrictions. The changes take effect immediately upon enactment.
Tags: Agriculture
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Introduced Jun 1, 2026 Last action Jun 1, 2026
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