Rules to Protect the Delaware and Raritan Canal
Official: N.J.A.C. 7:45, Regulations for the Review Zone of the Delaware and Raritan Canal
Reading: Readoption of N.J.A.C. 7:45 extends existing Delaware and Raritan Canal review zone regulations without stated modification or substantive policy change.
The regulations were updated and officially reconfirmed in April 2023.
In clear language
New Jersey is readopting regulations that protect the Delaware and Raritan Canal area from harmful development and pollution. These rules help preserve the canal's water quality and natural environment for the communities that depend on it. The regulations were updated and officially reconfirmed in April 2023.
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Who does this affect?
- Residents and businesses near the Delaware and Raritan Canal in central New Jersey
- Property owners who want to develop land in or near the canal's review zone
- Communities that rely on the canal for drinking water or recreational activities
- Environmental organizations working to protect the canal's ecosystem
What can you do?
- If you own property near the canal, check with your local government about which development rules apply to your land
- Report pollution or illegal dumping in the canal to the NJ Department of Environmental Protection
- Participate in local planning meetings about canal protection and water quality projects
Timeline
- 2023-04-17
No New Jersey official has a verified action on this policy yet.
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