New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced

A 5556 — Prohibits common interest community from prohibiting or unreasonably restricting gardening on residential property.

Last action — INT 1RA REF AHO

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed General Assembly
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 24, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill prohibits common interest communities from banning or unreasonably limiting gardening on residential properties.

This legislation prevents common interest communities from implementing rules that prohibit or unduly restrict gardening by residents. It aims to ensure residents can engage in gardening without unreasonable limitations.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families can garden freely on their properties without facing restrictions from their communities.

Summary

Gardening on resid property-proh common interest community from prohibiting

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html September 25, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF AHO

Sponsors

  • Gerry Scharfenberger · Primary

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 119 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Scharfenberger, Gerry

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (119)

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Frequently asked questions

What does A 5556 do?
Gardening on resid property-proh common interest community from prohibiting
Who sponsors A 5556?
A 5556 is sponsored by Scharfenberger, Gerry.
What is the current status of A 5556?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 24, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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