N.J. Admin. Code § 19:75-3.3

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 19, October 7, 2024

Section 19:75-3.3 - Impact Statement

(a) An Impact Statement shall accompany each application for an approved facility and shall be certified by an engineering or planning professional.

(b) The Impact Statement shall include such facts and analysis necessary to evaluate the potential benefits and adverse effects of the proposed facility. The Impact Statement shall include the following sections:

1. Inventory: existing land use, social, economic and environmental conditions of the site and surroundings;

2. Project description: a detailed operational plan of what the applicant proposes to do with the lot, where and how, marketing assessment identification, type of service(s) to be provided, and timetable;

3. Environmental assessment: an assessment of the potential beneficial and adverse impacts of the facility on the environment. On site as well as off site impact of the proposed facility shall be assessed, including factors deemed necessary to maintain air quality and mitigate any adverse impacts. Impacts shall be quantified wherever possible and shall address geology, soils, hydrology, traffic conditions, public safety, noise, air quality, neighborhood and community impact;

4. Impact on existing and authorized facilities: an assessment of the potential beneficial and adverse impacts of the proposed facility on Approved Facilities, including proximity to Approved Facilities and possible divergence of traffic from Approved Facilities and economic impacts; and

5. Need: a statement indicating the potential benefits to the Bus Management Program, including increased traffic management efficiency.

N.J. Admin. Code § 19:75-3.3