Codes of Record

What applies to my job?

Pick the state and the product you build, install, or inspect. The card below answers from each state’s own record.

Plug-in solar in New Jersey

Which codes apply? In New Jersey, plug-in solar falls under the 2023 NEC and the 2024 IRC.

A small array with its own inverter that plugs into an ordinary outlet. State record read Oct 19, 2026. Data as of Oct 26, 2026.

Codes that reach plug-in solar

The edition New Jersey enforces for each code that governs the product, and the part of the code that does.

  1. NECNational Electrical Code
    2023 NECVerified

    in force since Aug 17, 2026

    Where it reaches the product. Article 690 and 705 as written, which is why states write a statute to let the device plug in.

    Electrical Subcode, National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)/2023 · N.J.A.C. 5:23-3.16

    The New Jersey NEC record
  2. IRCInternational Residential Code
    2024 IRCVerified

    in force since Aug 17, 2026

    Where it reaches the product. Chapter 39, receptacles and branch circuits.

    One- and Two-Family Dwelling Subcode, International Residential Code/2024, NJ ed · N.J.A.C. 5:23-3.21

    The New Jersey IRC record

New Jersey laws that name plug-in solar

On the site: one law or rule, newest first.

Law or ruleKindStageDateWhat it does
NJ S2368/A4836 Garden State Balcony Solar Actnj.govStatutePartialIn forceSep 1, 2026Exempts qualifying plug-in solar devices from utility interconnection and metering requirements; bars municipal bans or permit requirements and broad landlord/HOA bans. 1,200 W max; standard 120 V outlet. Source (opens in a new tab)

Every New Jersey law on plug-in solar, with filters

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