TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee has recently endorsed Assembly Bill No. 2316, aimed at altering the criteria for installing speed humps on local roads. This legislation received favorable reporting on June 6, 2024, and is part of the ongoing session for 2024-2025.
Assembly Bill No. 2316 proposes an increase in the daily traffic limit to fewer than 4,000 vehicles for the construction of speed humps, specifically those with a flat top of at least 10 feet, such as speed tables. This adjustment applies to one-lane and two-lane residential streets, enhancing the autonomy of counties and municipalities in managing their local traffic calming measures.
Further, the bill stipulates similar conditions for streets undergoing construction or repair, especially those located within 500 feet of schools or related properties. The legislation is designed to streamline the process for implementing speed humps in school zones and residential areas, aiming to improve safety without requiring approval from the Commissioner of Transportation for each project.
The revised regulations would apply exclusively to streets under municipal or county jurisdiction with a posted speed limit of 30 miles per hour or less. This move is part of broader efforts to enhance road safety in community-sensitive areas, ensuring smoother implementation of traffic calming strategies.