Writings by John M. Scagnelli

John Scagnelli is Partner and Chair of the Firm’s Enivronmental & Land Use Law Group. His environmental law practice covers the entire environmental law field, including environmental compliance, environmental litigation, environmental auditing, environmental permitting and environmental counseling.

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John M. Scagnelli Speaks at Annual Redevelopment Law Institute

John M. Scagnelli Featured as Panelist on “The Impact that the Proposed Resilient Environments and Landscapes (NJ PACT) Regulations will have on Redevelopment” Little Falls, NJ – January 29, 2025 – Scarinci & Hollenbeck, LLC is proud to announce that Partner John M. Scagnelli, a member of the firm’s Environmental Law section, was recently featured […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

January 29, 2025

Scarinci Hollenbeck Ready to Help Businesses Facing Environmental Justice Suits

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) recently announced seven new environmental enforcement actions… The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) recently announced seven new environmental enforcement actions. The suits, which are part of the Murphy Administration’s ongoing environmental justice initiative, have the potential to result in significant liability for the entities involved. Scarinci Hollenbeck’s […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

August 31, 2022

NJDEP

NJ Court Decision Highlights Risks of Failing to Conduct Independent Environmental Due Diligence

When purchasing a commercial property, it is imperative to conduct your own environmental due diligence for any potential risk of environmental contamination… When purchasing a commercial property, it is imperative to conduct your own environmental due diligence for any potential risk of environmental contamination. As highlighted by the New Jersey Superior Court, Appellate Division’s decision […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

March 4, 2022

NJDEP

How Will New Jersey Benefit from the Landmark Infrastructure Bill?

New Jersey is poised to reap significant benefits from the landmark $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill signed into law by President Joe Biden... New Jersey is poised to reap significant benefits from the landmark $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill signed into law by President Joe Biden. The increased federal funding is good news for New Jersey residents […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

November 19, 2021

New Jersey

NJDEP Announces Further Extension of Site Remediation Timelines

The NJDEP recently announced that it is further extending certain site remediation timeframes in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic for an additional 185 days... The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) recently announced that it is further extending certain site remediation timeframes in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic for an additional 185 […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

February 16, 2021

NJDEP

What to Know About NJDEP’s Latest Environmental Justice Guidance

NJDEP has issued new guidance mandating that state agency decisions be guided by environmental justice principles… Just days after New Jersey enacted landmark environmental justice legislation, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has issued new guidance mandating that state agency decisions be guided by environmental justice principles. “New Jersey continues to lead the […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

October 19, 2020

NJDEP

NJ Legislature Passes Historic Environmental Justice Bill, Will You Be Impacted?

On August 27, 2020, the NJ Legislature passed landmark environmental justice legislation… On August 27, 2020, the New Jersey Legislature passed landmark environmental justice legislation, which seeks to protect urban, minority, and low-income communities from excessive and disproportionate exposure to pollution via power plants, trash incinerators, and sewage-treatment plants. Senate Bill No. 232 ( S232) […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

September 11, 2020

Will Your NJ Business Be Ready to Open? CDC Offers Guidance for Cleaning Public Spaces

When New Jersey businesses are given the green light to reopen, it is imperative to make sure your facilities are ready… When New Jersey businesses are given the green light to reopen, it is imperative to make sure your facilities are ready. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued guidance for cleaning […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

May 7, 2020

Executive Order Relaxes NJDEP Deadlines for Issuing Environmental Permits

Under Executive Order 136, Gov. Phil Murphy suspended the NJDEP 90-day deadline for making decisions on environmentally-related construction permit applications New Jersey developers should be prepared for environmental permits to take longer amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Under Executive Order 136, Gov. Phil Murphy suspended the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s (NJDEP) 90-day deadline […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

May 5, 2020

NJDEP and EPA Relax Certain Compliance Deadlines in Response to COVID-19

NJDEP recently issued a COVID-19 Alert regarding its approach to compliance and enforcement during the ongoing public health emergency… On April 21, 2020, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) issued a COVID-19 Alert regarding its approach to compliance and enforcement during the ongoing public health emergency. The Alert advises that the Department is […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

May 4, 2020

Cleaning and Environmental Firms Should Consider the Legal Risks Before Taking on COVID-19 Disinfection

For cleaning and environmental firms seeking to capitalize on new opportunities as a result of COVID-19, it is imperative to fully consider the legal risks Cleaning and environmental firms are in demand, as businesses strive to deter the spread of COVID-19 and keep their customers, employees and premises safe. For businesses seeking to capitalize on […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

May 1, 2020

New Jersey Land Use Applications to Proceed Via “Virtual” Zoning and Planning Board Meetings

Thanks to technology, New Jersey planning and zoning boards of adjustment have a range of options to facilitate virtual and telephonic public meetings... While New Jersey zoning and planning boards are currently unable to meet in person, land use applications should proceed during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Thanks to technology, Planning Boards and Zoning Boards of […]

Author: John M. Scagnelli

April 8, 2020

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