New Jersey State League of Municipalities; An Organization of Municipalities; Borough of Elmer, a Municipal…

Summary

The Supreme Court of New Jersey affirmed the Appellate Division, holding that the Department of Community Affairs' uniform site improvement standards are facially valid and within the agency's statutory authority. The Court rejected the League of Municipalities' arguments that the regulations exceeded the DCA's power, conflicted with municipal zoning authority, or were improperly deviated from the Model Ordinance. It also upheld the Commissioner’s addition of a sidewalk requirement. The decision emphasizes deference to agency expertise while allowing as‑applied challenges to specific standards.