This bill mandates that age-restricted planned real estate developments in New Jersey provide options for remote attendance at executive board meetings. Defined as developments that comply with the federal "Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988," these communities must offer reasonable accommodations for remote participation, excluding meetings where no binding votes are taken. The bill specifies that acceptable remote attendance options include group in-person virtual setups in accessible locations, as well as other methods authorized by the Commissioner of Community Affairs. Importantly, the remote options cannot be limited solely to those requiring access through a resident's personal computer.
Additionally, the bill requires the Commissioner of Community Affairs to establish necessary rules and regulations to implement these provisions within four months of enactment. The act is set to take effect five months after its passage, although the commissioner is expected to take preliminary actions to ensure compliance by the four-month deadline. This legislation aims to enhance accessibility and participation in governance for residents of age-restricted communities.