This bill mandates that municipal authorities in New Jersey, established under P.L.1957, c.183 (C.40:14B-1 et seq.), are responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of fire hydrants located on streets and roads within planned real estate developments, regardless of whether these roads are dedicated to the municipality. The bill stipulates that these authorities must treat fire hydrants in planned developments the same as those on public streets, ensuring that all hydrants are maintained to the same standards.

Additionally, the bill defines a "planned real estate development" as any property in the state that consists of separately owned areas offered under a common promotional plan, excluding timeshares. The intent of this legislation is to promote public safety and fairness among residents by ensuring that all fire hydrants are adequately serviced, thereby guaranteeing access to water for firefighting purposes in emergencies.