N.J. Admin. Code § 7:36-12.4

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 7:36-12.4 - Application requirements

(a) For a development project, a local government unit shall submit an application containing all of the following:

1. A completed Green Acres application form. The application form shall identify the local government unit, give the project type, indicate the municipality(ies) and county(ies) in which the proposed project site is located, provide a brief description of the project, specify the estimated cost of the development and the estimated funding request amount, identify the local government unit's contact person for the project, and include the certification of the person authorized by the enabling resolution required under (a)2 below to submit the application;

2. A certified copy of the enabling resolution, drafted in accordance with an example obtained from Green Acres and approved by the governing body of the local government unit, authorizing the submission of a Green Acres application and the execution of the project agreement and declaration described in 7:36-14.1 and identifying the person authorized to act in these matters on behalf of the local government unit;

3. A detailed estimate of the cost to develop the proposed project that indicates units and quantities of materials to be utilized and that is prepared by a New Jersey licensed landscape architect, architect, or engineer;

4. The Recreation and Open Space Inventory (ROSI) submissions that are prepared by the local government unit in accordance with 7:36-12.5 and that are complete and accurate as of the date of the application;

5. A narrative description of how and the extent to which the project meets the award criteria under 7:36-13.1;

6. An environmental assessment that describes the proposed development project, the existing environmental features of the proposed project site, and the anticipated direct and indirect environmental impacts of the project on the project site and its surrounding area; identifies and compares the environmental impacts of developing alternative sites; and describes measures that will be taken to mitigate any adverse environmental impacts of the project. If the project impacts an undisturbed portion of the project site, the results of the Natural Heritage Data Request required at 7:36-12.2(d) must be attached and discussed in the environmental assessment;

7. A local tax map that indicates the lot(s) and block(s) to be developed;

8. A conceptual site plan, drawn to scale, that indicates the proposed development; existing topography, facilities, improvements, and natural features of the proposed project site; and any areas of proposed tree clearing;

9. A conceptual floor plan that indicates the proposed use of all structures to be developed;

10. A copy of a lease or use agreement for a project located on property not owned in fee simple by the local government unit that meets the requirements of 7:36-10.1(f), or a letter from the property owner stating their intent to enter into a lease or use agreement with the local government unit should the project be approved;

11. Information on the State's interest or claim in any riparian area in the proposed project site, as required by 7:36-12.2(c);

12. A street map that clearly indicates the location of the proposed development;

13. An estimate of annual operating expenses required to maintain the proposed project site, including wages, salaries, equipment, and materials;

14. Proof of publication of the notice of public hearing and copy of the minutes of the hearing held under 7:36-12.2(b);

15. Digital images and prints that clearly show the existing conditions at the proposed project site;

16. If applicable, letters in support of the project from the general public; civic groups and agencies; municipal and county planning boards, park commissions, recreation departments, or environmental commissions; user groups; or other organizations;

17. If the project is located in the Meadowlands District, the Pinelands, or the Highlands, a letter from the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission, Pinelands Commission, or the Highlands Council, as applicable, stating that a pre-application conference was held with the local government unit, with the applicable Commission's or Council's comments on the proposed project attached; and

18. A list of all permits that may be required for the proposed development project.

(b) Green Acres shall send a letter to the local government unit acknowledging receipt of the application; providing the identification number assigned to the application; and requesting any corrections or clarifications to, or submission of any items missing from, the application, if applicable.

(c) All materials submitted as required under (a) above shall become the property of the Department.

(d) Green Acres staff shall conduct one or more site inspections to verify the statements in the application. A project site inspection also may include an examination of the maintenance of other parkland held by the local government unit and an evaluation of the areas to be served by the development project.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:36-12.4