Could Holland’s Model for Dementia and Alzhiemer’s Care Find a Home in Jersey City?
A Dutch architect, Frank van Dillen came up with an amazing solution to care for dementia sufferers called De Hogeweyk, or Dementia Village. In effect, it is a small village, complete with streets, gardens, stores, restaurants, theaters, and more - all staffed by trained care professionals. Could this concept work in Jersey City?
Revamped Plans for 675-Unit Development in Hoboken Now Include 1.5-Acre Park
A three-building plan that first emerged last year has upped the unit count significantly but added a $10 million green space to the proposal.
351 Unit Mixed-Use Project Being Planned in Northwest Hoboken
A two-block stretch currently occupied by a vacant factory could be replaced with a residential, commercial, and retail development that’s in the early phases.
11-Unit Project Proposed for 266 New York Avenue in Jersey City
Another proposal for new construction in The Heights near Riverview Park was presented to the community last month.
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.
Chaos Breaks Out Over 2,200-Unit Proposal for Jersey City’s Heights Hospital
The owners of a Jersey City hospital in danger of shutting down have had a heated back and forth over their desire to see a redevelopment plan enacted for their property.
Residences and Possible Restaurant Proposed for Hoboken’s 401 Jackson Street
The large property, currently home to Big Banner Plaza, could soon be redeveloped into a modern building featuring almost 5,000 square feet of space ready for dining.
Retail and Office Complex Could Rise at 1427 Grand Street in Hoboken
A reworked proposal for the city’s north end would add two large storefronts and four floors of office space to the neighborhood.
20-Story Glass-Heavy Tower Planned for St. Lucy’s Church Redevelopment
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.
Seven-Story, 72-Unit Development Proposed on Jersey City’s Central Avenue
The owner of three vacant Jersey City buildings is looking to replace them with a new mixed-use project that would be taller than most of its neighbors on Central Avenue.









