Working for Smart Growth:
More Livable Places and Open Spaces

 

Development and Redevelopment

Slow Growth, Old Infrastructure Mean a Need for Innovation and Reinvestment

Thursday, June 13th, 2013

The revitalization of New Jersey’s cities and centers mean that investments in infrastructure will need to focus on reinvestment and innovation for sustainability.

New Jersey Residents Want More Resiliency Post-Sandy, but at No Cost

Wednesday, June 12th, 2013

A new survey shows that since Hurricane Sandy, New Jersey residents understand better the implications of climate change but don’t want to pay for necessary changes to improve their communities’ resiliency.

Bill To Increase Aid to Sandy-Stricken Communities Introduced in Congress

Wednesday, June 12th, 2013

A bill introduced in the House of Representatives by several New Jersey legislators would, if passed, direct additional aid to Sandy-stricken communities in the state.

Frank Lautenberg, Champion of Smart Growth

Monday, June 3rd, 2013

We mourn the passing of a true champion of smart growth in the Garden State.

New Report Highlights Fiscal Benefits of Smart-Growth Development

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013

A new report indicates that, regardless of the differences among municipalities, smart-growth-style development always provides a better return on public investment than traditional low-density development.

New Jersey Future Receives Housing Award

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013

The Central Jersey Housing Resource Center honored New Jersey Future with its Outstanding Achievement in Affordable Housing Award.

Sandy Recovery Action Plan Doesn’t Commit to Resiliency Planning, Sustainability

Monday, April 29th, 2013

Gov. Christie’s Sandy Recovery Action Plan doesn’t include funds, or a requirement, for long-term resiliency planning. Without those, New Jersey’s rebuilding efforts will not prepare the state sufficiently for the next major weather disaster.

Regional Planning in the Pinelands: Well-Directed Growth, but What Effect on Natural Resources?

Thursday, April 11th, 2013

The Pinelands Protection Act appears to have been effective at steering growth within its jurisdiction, but we must remain vigilant to ensure that the area’s overall growth doesn’t degrade critical natural resources.

Concern Expressed Over Lack of Planning Funds in Sandy Recovery Action Plan

Thursday, April 4th, 2013

Concerns over Gov. Christie’s Sandy Recovery Action Plan include insufficient funds for planning, too little assistance for low-income renters.

Forum Roundup: The Balancing Act Between Ports and Their Hosts

Thursday, April 4th, 2013

The differing needs that ports have from their host municipalities leads to an ongoing balancing act across multiple jurisdictions.

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