This bill mandates that the Commissioner of Community Affairs must notify the municipal clerk and the mayor or chief executive officer of a municipality upon receiving an application for a Class F license to own or operate a cooperative sober living residence. This notification aims to keep local officials informed about new applications that may impact their communities. The bill also includes technical amendments to existing licensing requirements for rooming and boarding houses, ensuring clarity in the licensing process.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 7 of P.L.1979, c.496 by specifying that a valid license must be issued by the commissioner and, if applicable, by the municipality for operating a rooming or boarding house. It also clarifies that the application for licensure must include specific information as prescribed by the commissioner and outlines the fee structure for applications. The changes aim to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding sober living residences and ensure local governments are aware of new establishments in their jurisdictions.

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Introduced: 55:13B-7