Proposed Law Would Limit Building Height Along N.J.’s Hudson Waterfront
Two state senators have introduced a bill that would cap the height of all new developments east of Palisade Avenue at 10 feet below the cliff line, which would have a dramatic impact on certain neighborhoods.
New Proposal Hopes to Restrict Downtown Jersey City Nightlife
While two ordinances designed to curb the “night-club driven entertainment district” along Newark Avenue didn’t move forward, an informal committee will now meet to discuss possible changes.
Lawsuit Says Jersey City’s ‘Deeply Flawed’ Inclusionary Zoning Should Go
The Fair Share Housing Center is asking the courts to throw out legislation that the City Council approved this summer, arguing that it was enacted illegally and “gives a pass to politically connected developers.”
Long Planned City Hall Annex to Break Ground this Week
After announcing the plan two years ago, Jersey City is finally beginning construction on its City Hall annex. According to the Jersey Journal, a groundbreaking ceremony is planned tomorrow for the 45,000 square foot project.
Bayonne Could ‘Suspend Affordable Housing Requirements’ for 1,500+ Unit Development
Jersey Digs has exclusively learned new details about a massive proposed high-rise development with seven buildings at the MOTBY site in Bayonne.
Hoboken Weighs Ordinance Allowing Marijuana Shops in Six Neighborhoods
In preparation for the state possibly legalizing the drug, the city council is looking to limit neighborhoods where pot shops could open in Hoboken.
Could the Newark National Guard Armory be Demolished?
The New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is studying the feasibility of tearing down the armory in Newark’s Roseville neighborhood.
Battle Over Union Labor On Abated Properties Chugs On
A Jersey City ordinance that says developments granted property tax abatements must hire union labor on their projects was struck a blow last week by an Appeals Court, although the city’s top official says the matter is far from settled.
After Multiple Violations, Hoboken’s 1 Republik Permanently Closing
The bar, which still has plans to expand into Jersey City, had its liquor license revoked by the City last week and will close for good in May.
Trenton Seeks Resident Input for Strategic Development Plan Near Train Stations
As interest increases, the city looks to create a strategic plan for responsible future development near its transportation hubs.
