N.J. Admin. Code § 2:91-1.1 - Purpose and Scope

(a) These rules set forth the requirements for the development and implementation of self-certified Animal Waste Management Plans (AWMPs), high-density AWMPs and Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plans (CNMPs) for farms that generate, handle or receive animal waste. The rules in this chapter require the use of best management practices to protect water quality and public health by:

1. Controlling animal access to the waters of the State;

2. Storing manure at least 100 linear feet from surface waters of the State;

3. Applying manure using proper nutrient management practices;

4. Minimizing odors from manure storage and application areas;

5. Controlling vectors and fomites; and

6. Optimizing the beneficial use of nutrients from manure and bedding materials.

(b) These rules only apply to farms with animals identified in the definition of "livestock" at N.J.A.C. 2:91-2.1 and to farms receiving or applying animal waste. These rules do not apply to facilities regulated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection under N.J.A.C. 7:26 (solid waste management rules), 7:26A (solid waste recycling rules) and 7:14A (CAFO General Permit #NJ0138631).

(c) Aquatic farms that comply with the provisions of the Aquaculture Management Practices at N.J.A.C. 2:76-2A.1 1 and who possess an aquatic farmer license pursuant to N.J.A.C. 2:89 shall be deemed in compliance with the requirements of this chapter.

(d) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to alter or compromise the goals, purposes, and provisions of, or lessen the protections afforded to farmers by, the Right to Farm Act, P.L. 1983, c. 31 (N.J.S.A. 4:1C-1 et seq.), and any rules adopted pursuant thereto.

(e) Farms having documented evidence of a direct discharge of animal waste into waters of the State, as determined by NJDA following an evidentiary hearing, shall comply with the requirements set forth at N.J.A.C. 2:91-3.6.

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N.J. Admin. Code § 2:91-1.1

Amended by 48 N.J.R. 1907(a), effective 9/19/2016