Bergen Arches Proposal Envisions a World Class Cultural Destination in Jersey City
For all of its history, Jersey City has been a conduit for transport between NYC and the rest of the country. Over time, the logistics of transportation has changed leaving artifacts of a bygone era all over the city. Now the long forgotten Bergen Arches are the subject of a proposed community-based redevelopment project led by local residents and activists.
Mixed-Income ‘Fairview Apartments’ Plus Community Center Could Rise in Jersey City
Plans from a nonprofit to bring a nine-story building to a lot near McGinley Square with 55% affordable housing will be heard soon.
New Plans Released as Redevelopment of Hoboken Terminal Moved Forward
The revamped project, dubbed Hoboken Connect, calls for a 20-story office building, 389 residential units, and an overhaul of Lackawanna Plaza into a two-story market and public space.
Jersey City Exchange Place Plaza Renovation Making Progress
A $5.5 million plan to overhaul a pedestrian zone in Jersey City is starting to come together near the Hudson River waterfront.
Jersey City Unveils History-Minded Bergen Square Revamp
One of the oldest town squares in America has been reimagined for the 21st century in Jersey City with a public plaza, green infrastructure, and more.
Deal to Build 357 Units, Hotel, and Public Pool Moves Forward in Hoboken
A proposal that would transform almost two acres along the city’s western fringe includes 17 units for homeless veterans and $3 million towards the construction of a community center and pool that the city currently lacks.
Overhaul of Newark Avenue Pedestrian Plaza to Begin in December
Jersey City will spend $4 million raising the existing plaza, adding granite pavers, and installing a variety of new features later this year.
Jersey City Cuts the Ribbon on Revamped Exchange Place Plaza
Jersey City officials have unveiled a revitalized pedestrian plaza around the area’s PATH Station.
Battle Over Jersey City’s Paulus Hook Park Playground Spawns Petition
Parents at P.S. 16 have launched an initiative looking to close a playground section of the historic park during weekday school hours as a decision on the matter looms from the city council.
First Look at Park, Community Center at Jersey City’s HAP Tower
Images detailing what almost an acre of public space will look like have been revealed.