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S 4741

Requires sellers to disclose existence of landfill within one-half mile of residential property for sale.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Cryan

New Jersey bill requires residential property sellers to disclose landfills within half-mile radius, giving buyers environmental and health risk information before purchase.

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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Bill Summary · S 4741

Legislative bill overview

S 4741 would require real estate sellers in New Jersey to disclose to prospective buyers whether a landfill exists within one-half mile of a residential property being sold. This disclosure would be mandatory information provided during the sales process, similar to existing environmental disclosure requirements in many states.

Why is this important

Proximity to landfills can affect property values, environmental quality, and public health due to potential odor, noise, traffic, and groundwater contamination concerns. This transparency requirement allows buyers to make fully informed decisions about their purchases and understand potential long-term environmental and financial risks associated with their location.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope ambiguity: The bill doesn't specify whether "landfill" includes active, inactive, or closed facilities, which significantly impacts how many properties would be affected
  • Property value impact: Sellers and real estate industry may oppose the requirement as it could depress values in affected areas; buyers near landfills could face difficulty selling or financing
  • Geographic precision: The one-half mile radius is somewhat arbitrary—environmental impacts can vary based on landfill type, topography, and prevailing winds, making a fixed distance potentially overly broad or narrow

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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