N.J. Admin. Code § 16:54-1.2
The rules specified in this chapter, if not in conformity with the laws, rules, and regulations concerning aeronautics set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration, are subject to preemption. If not specifically preempted by Federal standards, the ultimate authority over the regulating and licensing of aeronautical activities and facilities in New Jersey resides with the Commissioner, as provided for in N.J.S.A. 6:1 -29 et seq. Decisions regarding denial, issuance, renewal, suspension, or revocation of licenses are decided by the Director of the Division of Multimodal Services, unless the Department forwards the case to the Office of Administrative Law for a hearing and initial decision as a contested case. The final agency decision is determined by the Commissioner.
N.J. Admin. Code § 16:54-1.2