New Jersey § 58:16a-55
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 58:16a-55, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58:16a-55.
(a) The department is authorized to adopt, amend and repeal rules and regulations
and to issue orders concerning the development and use of land in any delineated floodway
which shall be designed to preserve its flood carrying capacity and to minimize the
threat to the public safety, health and general welfare. Such rules and regulations or orders may require the approval of the department
for specified changes in the use of land within any such floodway. (b) Provision shall be made by the department for the waiver, according to definite
criteria, of strict compliance with the rules and regulations, where necessary to
alleviate hardship.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 58:16a-55
What does New Jersey Statutes § 58:16a-55 cover?
Section 58:16a-55 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 58:16a-55?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 58:16a-55" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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