In a major victory for builders, contractors, and foremen across New Jersey, the State Assembly has passed A-5130, a bill introduced by Assemblyman Avi Schnall (D-Lakewood) that will require construction inspectors to provide a two-and-a-half-hour timeframe for their arrival at a worksite. The bill passed with strong bipartisan support, 70-5.

Under current law, inspectors are only required to provide a date for their visit without specifying a time, leaving builders waiting indefinitely at a worksite. If an inspector arrives while the builder has stepped away, the inspection is canceled, forcing costly delays and inefficiencies.

“This bill is about respecting the time of hardworking builders and ensuring a smoother, more efficient process for everyone involved,” said Assemblyman Schnall. “The unpredictability of inspections has long been a burden on contractors, slowing down projects and increasing costs. With the Assembly’s approval, we are one step closer to modernizing an outdated system and making it work for New Jersey’s growing construction industry.”

By streamlining inspection scheduling, A-5130 will help builders minimize wasted time, reduce delays, and improve overall project efficiency. The bill is part of Assemblyman Schnall’s broader commitment to fostering economic growth and cutting bureaucratic red tape that slows down progress in the 30th District and statewide.

“Our builders are a cornerstone of New Jersey’s economy,” added Schnall. “This legislation allows them to focus on what they do best—building homes, infrastructure, and opportunities—instead of waiting around for an unpredictable inspection schedule.”

With its passage in the Assembly, the legislation now heads to the State Senate for further consideration.