Historic Preservation

A proposal that’s heading to Jersey City’s planning board would preserve and expand the existing church building and construct a new homeless shelter across the street.

Interior design details have been finalized for a church-to-residential conversion project, which looks to put a modern touch on historic details.

The city council is about to take a step forward that would acquire the building.

The first chunk of restoration work should start soon at the historic Willow Avenue church, which is looking to be put back to use after years of dormancy.

The majestic building, built into a steep cliff, was originally constructed by a famous brewer and narrowly escaped the wrecking ball before being preserved.

The city’s planning board signed off on a residential housing project that will see a historic but vacant church torn down.

Nonprofit organization Preservation New Jersey just announced their annual list of the 10 Most Endangered Historic Places in New Jersey, advocating awareness and preservation.

The 21-story building located at 540 Broad Street in Downtown Newark will include residential units, office space, and retail stores.

To combat what many dub the “Bayonne Box,” a citywide six-month freeze has been placed on the acceptance of applications that are seeking to demolish any 1-4 family home.

Follow Jersey Digs inside the historic renovation and conversion of downtown's beloved church on Mercer Street.