Tax incentives and/or other incentives for drivers of electric vehicles in Peapack And Gladstone.
Port drayage trucks must meet or exceed Model Year 2014 engine federal emissions standards to access the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) marine terminals. Drayage trucks operating on liquefied or compressed natural gas, electricity, or hybrid electric technology are exempt from these requirements. For purposes of this rule, drayage trucks are defined as on-road vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 33,001 pounds or greater and intended to load, unload, or transport cargo from PANYNJ terminals. Additional rules apply. For more information, see the PANYNJ Drayage Truck Registration website.
New Jersey Turnpike Authority’s Green Pass Discount Plan provides a 10% discount on off-peak New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway toll rates for drivers of EVs that have a fuel economy of 45 miles per gallon or higher and meet the California Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle standard. Vehicles must register with New Jersey E-ZPass. For more information, including application instructions, see the E-ZPass Discount Programs website.
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) provides grants through the It Pay$ to Plug In: New Jersey’s Electric Vehicle Workplace Charging Grant Program (Program) for EV charger installation. Grants are available in the following amounts:
| EV Charging Station Type | Maximum Rebate Amount per Port | Maximum Number of Eligible EV Charging Ports per Location |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | $750 | 5 |
| Level 2 | $4,000 | 20 |
Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible EV chargers must be located at workplaces, government agencies, non-profits, or multifamily housing. The Program is part of New Jersey’s Energy Master Plan. For more information, including application and eligibility requirements, see the NJDEP It Pay$ to Plug In website.
The State of New Jersey will work to increase the number of EVs and related infrastructure to meet the following state goals:
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), in consultation with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU), was required to establish goals for transportation electrification and infrastructure development for medium- and heavy-duty on-road diesel vehicles and charging infrastructure by December 31, 2020. In June 2021, NJBPU released draft goals for public feedback. For more information, see the NJBPU EV Incentive Programs website.
NJDEP develops and implements a public education program regarding the availability and benefits of EVs, state EV goals, and the availability of EV and EV charging station incentives.
NJDEP and NJBPU must prepare and submit a report to the governor and legislature every five years on the state of the EV market in New Jersey, progress towards achieving the above goals, barriers to the achievement of the goals, and recommendations for legislative or regulatory action to address barriers.
(Reference New Jersey Statute 48:25-3)
New Jersey has developed an Energy Master Plan (EMP) that will guide the State to achieve its goals of electrifying the transportation sector and achieving 100% carbon-neutral electricity generation by 2050. The EMP calls for decarbonization of the transportation sector through:
For more information, see the Energy Master Plan website.
Condominium associations may not prohibit or restrict the installation or use of EV chargers in a homeowner’s designated parking space. Condominium associations may put reasonable restrictions on EV chargers, but the policies may not significantly increase the cost of the EV charger or prohibit installation. Homeowners must comply with applicable health and safety codes and architectural standards, engage a licensed installation contractor, and provide a certificate of insurance. The homeowner is responsible for the cost of the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, removal, or replacement of the charger in their parking space, as well as any resulting damage to the EV charger or surrounding area.
(Reference New Jersey Statutes 45:22A-43 and 45:22A-48.4)
Any individual, business, or public entity completing infrastructure improvement projects or redeveloping residential, commercial, industrial, public, or other structures is encouraged to include ZEV fuel and charging infrastructure in redevelopment plans. ZEVs must meet emissions and compliance requirements specified in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations for the applicable model year, including but not limited to, electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Infrastructure projects are encouraged to:
(Reference New Jersey Statute 52:27D-489c)
EV make-ready parking spaces at existing service stations, existing retail establishments, or any other existing building may be approved through the issuance of a municipal zoning permit by meeting the following requirements:
Installation of EV charging stations or EV make-ready parking spaces shall be considered a permitted accessory use for all municipal zoning or use districts.
(Reference New Jersey Statutes 40:55D-5 and 40:55D-66.19)
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities’ (NJBPU) Charge Up New Jersey program offers point-of-sale rebates to New Jersey residents for the purchase or lease of a new light-duty EV. A rebate of $2,000 is available for eligible EVs with a manufacturer suggested retail price of up to $55,000. Applicants that meet certain income thresholds are eligible for an additional $2,000 rebate through NJBPU’s Charge Up+ incentive, for a total rebate of $4,000. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles are not eligible for this rebate.
The NJBPU also offers residents a $250 rebate for the purchase of an eligible Level 2 EV charger through the Charge Up Residential Charger Program. For more information, including eligibility requirements, income qualifications, and funding availability, see the NJBPU EV Incentive Program and Charge Up New Jersey website.
(Reference New Jersey Statutes 48:25-1 through 48:25-8)
New Jersey Turnpike Authority (Authority) allows qualified plug-in electric vehicles to travel in the HOV lanes located between Interchange 11 and Interchange 14 on the New Jersey Turnpike. For more information, see the Authority Travel Tools website.
(Reference 49 New Jersey Register 3236(b) and New Jersey Administrative Code 19:9-1.24)
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