How long is an approved minor subdivision protected from zoning changes?

An approved minor subdivision in New Jersey is protected from zoning changes for a period of two years. This protection is essential because it allows property owners and developers to proceed with their plans without the risk of sudden changes in local zoning regulations that could affect their project.

During this two-year period, the approval provides a level of certainty and promotes planning and investment in accordance with the approved subdivision. Furthermore, this time frame encourages municipalities to develop stable zoning policies while still allowing for the possibility of adjusting regulations as necessary in the future without retroactively impacting approved projects.

The other durations mentioned do not align with the statutory protection period established in New Jersey’s Municipal Land Use Law, which clearly specifies two years as the standard time frame for minor subdivision approvals.