This bill amends current New Jersey law to prohibit municipalities from requiring the approval of a minor site plan or site plan for the addition of up to five van accessible parking spaces in existing parking facilities located within commercial zones. The bill specifies that this exemption from approval applies to improvements that meet the criteria established by the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions related to accessible parking, including what constitutes "van accessible" parking spaces. The new legal language emphasizes that these spaces must accommodate wheelchair lifts or ramps and have specific vertical clearance requirements. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39:4-197.5