NJDOT proposing to readopt rules on junkyards adjacent to the Interstate and National highway systems

(Trenton) - The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is proposing to readopt with amendments, N.J.A.C. 16:43, Junkyards Adjacent to the Interstate and National Highways. This chapter effectuates the purposes of the New Jersey Junkyard Control Act, N.J.S.A. 27:5E-1 et seq., by regulating and restricting the establishment, operation and maintenance of junkyards in areas adjacent to the interstate and national highway systems within the State. The chapter ensures New Jersey compliance with the junkyard control provisions of the Federal Highway Beautification Act of 1965, codified at 23 U.S.C. § 136, and the provisions of 23 C.F.R. § 751, Junkyard Control and Acquisition.

The proposed rule appears in the July 6, 2010 issue of the New Jersey Register. The public has until September 4, 2010 to comment on the proposal. Persons wishing to comment on the proposal must provide their comments in writing to Miriam Weeks, Administrative Practice Officer, NJ Department of Transportation, PO Box 600, Trenton, NJ 08625-0600. Fax: (609) 530-3841. Comments must be postmarked or sent by facsimile on or before September 4, 2010 which is the close of the 60-day public comment period.

Comments submitted to the Department on the proposed rulemaking are public records and are available for public inspection by prior appointment during normal Department business hours.