New Jersey Updates Rules for Claiming Money for Damage from Closed Landfills
Official: N.J.A.C. 7:1I, Processing of Damage Claims Pursuant to the Sanitary Landfill Facility Closure and Contingency Fund Act Rules
Reading: Readoption of existing rules governing sanitary landfill facility closure and contingency fund claims without indicated modifications to stringency or scope.
The state has a special fund set aside to pay these claims.
In clear language
New Jersey is updating its rules for how people can claim money if they've been harmed by problems at closed landfill sites. These rules help residents get compensation when landfills that are no longer operating cause damage to their property or health. The state has a special fund set aside to pay these claims.
How does this affect you?
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Who does this affect?
- Residents living near or affected by closed sanitary landfills in New Jersey
- Property owners who have experienced damage linked to landfill operations or closure
- People who have health or environmental concerns from past landfill activity
What can you do?
- If you believe a closed landfill has damaged your property, contact the NJ Department of Environmental Protection to learn how to file a damage claim
- Document any property damage or health issues you think are connected to a nearby landfill
- Review the updated rules on the NJ DEP website to understand the new claim process
Timeline
- 2024-03-04
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