The Murphy administration is reconsidering parts of the sprawling package of coastal building rule meant to cope with rising sea levels.
The Department of Environmental Protection seems poised to revise the draft rule, which was made public last year and was expected to be adopted this summer. The potential amendments come amid pressure from coastal mayors and industry groups.
It’s unclear what amendments the DEP might make, but Commissioner Shawn LaTourette has publicly shown he’s open to changes. At a recent public event, he said he was “not allergic” to amendments.
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Lobbyists on both sides of the issue are now expecting a new draft of the rules.
