Woolwich Township, a 21-square-mile municipality in Gloucester County, is the fastest-growing community in New Jersey and the second fastest-growing in the Northeast; since 1990, its population has increased six-fold.
Woolwich officials have proposed a comprehensive overhaul of the township’s land-use regulations that would preserve thousands of acres of open space while channeling future growth into two […]
Transfer of Development Rights
One Township Blazes a Trail but the State Must Help it Along
Monday, April 14th, 2008TDR Implementation – Keen Interest, Slow Progress
Friday, June 1st, 2007Just over three years ago, the State Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) Act was signed into law, authorizing municipalities across New Jersey to adopt programs to “transfer” potential development from conservation areas to designated growth areas, typically at higher densities than would otherwise be permitted. TDR thus provides towns with an alternative to zoning for […]
Pacesetters in Historic Preservation
Friday, March 4th, 2005The Borough of Fanwood is pioneering an innovative approach to preserving the character of its historic district with its Victorian-era homes and huge oaks.
Preservation Challenge for Highlands
Friday, February 18th, 2005The Highlands Act requires the Council to use Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) as a tool to implement the regional plan by transferring growth from conservation areas to growth areas in the planning area, or elsewhere in Highlands counties.
TDR Nears Home Stretch
Sunday, December 12th, 2004TDR is a tool that planners have long sought to help manage growth, particularly on the suburban fringes.
Smart Conservation and Density
Tuesday, August 10th, 2004Smart Conservation offers municipalities a tested and powerful approach to land conservation that integrates planning and regulation with spending on open space and infrastructure.
Gardens Leaving Garden State
Friday, June 11th, 2004Regional Planning and TDR can stem farmland loss.
Census Confirms Highlands Growth Pressures
Friday, April 30th, 2004Growth pressures in the Highlands are likely to intensify under a proposed Highlands bill that would limit development on nearly 400,000 acres of critical watershed lands.
Seeking Smart Growth Momentum
Monday, January 19th, 2004New Jersey has historically been a leader in the land use reform, however, the last major piece of planning legislation passed in 1985 (State Planning Act).
Saving New Jersey’s Heritage
Sunday, July 20th, 2003Transfer of Development Rights, or TDR, gives local governments a tool to stop sprawl at little or no cost by shifting development from farms and forests into desired growth areas.
