A look at how several cities have updated their zoning codes reveals some common approaches to using their land more flexibly and smartly.
Bicycle and Pedestrian
New Zoning Codes: More Housing Options, More Mixed Use, Less Parking
Tuesday, February 9th, 2016Surgeon General’s #StepItUp Campaign Highlights Land-Use Challenges to Regular Walking
Thursday, September 10th, 2015The surgeon general’s call for more walking, and acknowledgement that not all communities are designed to foster walking, is a welcome recognition of the importance of smart-growth design.
Can Somerset County Attract Millennials?
Thursday, July 30th, 2015A report from a studio class at the Bloustein School examines Somerset County’s opportunities to attract Millennials.
Two New Transit Villages Named, Including Second Bus-Centered Designation
Friday, July 10th, 2015The state’s 29th and 30th Transit Villages have been designated, including the second one anchored by a bus terminal.
2015 Smart Growth Award Winners Announced
Monday, March 30th, 2015New Jersey Future announces the winners of its 2015 Smart Growth Awards; Anne Babineau Esq. to receive leadership award.
Downtown Revitalization Survey Shows Need for Towns To Be More Proactive
Wednesday, November 19th, 2014The results of a survey of officials responsible for downtown revitalization in New Jersey show a need for greater proactivity, even as demographics provide an unprecedented opportunity.
Princeton Is First New Jersey Community To Earn WHO ‘Age-Friendly’ Designation
Monday, October 6th, 2014Princeton has earned the World Health Organization’s age-friendly communities designation, the first municipality in New Jersey to receive the honor.
ProWalk ProBike ProPlace: Making Active Transportation Happen
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014Highlights from this year’s Alliance for Biking and Walking conference in Pittsburgh.
New Jersey Should Re-Join Greenhouse Gas Initiative
Thursday, September 18th, 2014New Jersey Future provided comments strongly supporting the state’s continued membership in the Northeast Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative as a way to generate funds for energy conservation and alternatives.
Hopewell Becomes First Municipality in New Jersey To Adopt Complete Streets Ordinance
Wednesday, July 2nd, 2014Hopewell became the 103th municipality to adopt such a policy and the first municipality to do so via a Complete Streets ordinance.
