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There are a number of Administrative Codes (Rules) that relate to implementation of the Highlands Act. The Highlands Council works in collaboration with other state agencies to ensure coordination of activities and programs affecting the Highlands.

• Open Space Program Rules (N.J.A.C. 7:70)
  
  • Official text as published in April 18, 2016 New Jersey Register (includes Summary of Public Comments and Agency Responses)
  • Readoption Notice - 2023
• NJDEP Highlands Rules - New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act Rules (N.J.A.C. 7:38)
• Highlands Agricultural Rules - New Jersey Department of Agriculture – Agricultural Development in the Highlands (N.J.A.C. 2:92)