Hoboken Chooses “Meadow Concept” for Rebuild By Design Park
The city appears to have settled on a design for a new greenspace near the Weehawken border, which is a major component of a $220 million flood mitigation project that has seen significant delays.
Details, Timeline Revealed for Liberty State Park’s Interior Restoration
Officials are looking for feedback regarding a massive undertaking that will open an additional 234 acres of greenery to the public.
Renovated Park and Pier Near Holland Tunnel Opens in Jersey City
After almost five years rehabilitating a nearby ventilation tower, the Port Authority has unveiled a 10,000-square foot waterfront greenspace that includes enhanced lighting, benches, and landscaping.
Plans Revealed for Renovation of Jersey City’s Reservoir #3
New reports detail how a historic 14-acre oasis will restore pump houses and implement walking trails as part of a revitalization effort that has been years in the making.
NYC Architect Unveils Park Proposal for Jersey City’s Sixth Street Embankment
A SoHo-based firm envisions a green space on the former elevated rail line that connects visitors to the arts with sections carved out for sculptures and performances in addition to recreational activities.
Jersey City’s Bergen Arches Preservation Coalition Joins High Line Network
A group that has long promoted a plan to convert an abandoned rail line into a shared-use nature trail just gained membership into a notable non-profit started by the co-founder of Manhattan’s High Line.
Land Sale Could Advance Proposal for Greenway Between Jersey City and Montclair
A railway company that owns an abandoned rail line between Jersey City and Montclair wants to sell the property to the Open Space Institute in order to create a linear park.
Jersey City Rejects LeFrak’s Plan for Mostly Private Waterfront Park
The planning board denied an application that would have built several public amenities on a Newport pier but also set aside a large section exclusively for tenants of their properties.
Two Acres of Parks and Plazas Now Open in Western Hoboken
A final phase of open space adds step seating, a tilted lawn panel, play sculptures and a large plaza complete with retail and seasonal markets.
Improvements Planned for Union City’s 24th Street Park
Changes could soon be coming to 24th Street Park in Union City, which is also known as Peru Park. The proposed modifications include a new sprayground.
