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NJ Acts to Reduce Nutrient Pollution in Barnegat Bay

Posted in Land Development & Sustainable Building

The ecological health of Barnegat Bay is in decline, mostly resulting from human activities.  Since Barnegat Bay is a key feature of the shore experience in central New Jersey, the impact to its aesthetic, economic and recreational values threatens the economic health of the region.  In December 2010, the New Jersey Legislature enacted three statutes… Continue Reading

New Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Rules Coming

Posted in Land Development & Sustainable Building

On January 5, 2011, Governor Christie signed into law a bill (Assembly Bill A-2501) which amends the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Act, N.J.S.A. 4:24-39 et. seq. (the “Act”). The Act, designed to control and limit soil erosion, authorizes the State Soil Conservation Committee to establish standards for the control of soil erosion and sedimentation…. Continue Reading