Under the new law, landlords and local governments can no longer block residents and tenants from installing plug-in solar panels.

The bill signed by Governor Mikie Sherrill takes effect on March 1, 2027, allowing New Jerseyites to install and use portable solar generation devices of up to 1,200 watts, with…

Under the new law, landlords and local governments can no longer block residents and tenants from installing plug-in solar panels.