Government & Public Policy

From zoning disputes to the federal tax code, public policy affects the commercial real estate sector far more than you may realize. For industry leaders, government and politics demand constant attention.

Government & Public Policy
Perth Amboy approves Kushner plan for 602 rentals, public amenities along city’s waterfront

Kushner and city officials in Perth Amboy have taken a key step in a plan to bring more than 600 apartments and retail space to a nearly 16-acre stretch along the Arthur Kill waterfront.

Government & Public Policy
Bill to boost housing density with extra state aid to towns clears Assembly committee

State lawmakers are hoping to create new housing in New Jersey with an incentive-based approach, unveiling a bill that would boost aid to municipalities that update their zoning to allow for higher-density residential development.

Residential & Mixed Use
Small town, big plans: New development helping to spark revival of downtown Dunellen, as borough eyes additional projects after years of planning

Major redevelopment projects are taking shape in downtown Dunellen after more than two decades of planning by local officials, who are eager to keep the momentum going with a balanced but proactive approach that has brought new attention to the borough.

Residential & Mixed Use
Developer eyes 1,000 apartments, retail space in new plan for historic Orange hospital site

A developer has secured a key local approval for a project that would bring more than 1,000 apartments and commercial space to the long-shuttered Orange Memorial Hospital property.

Industrial
Blau & Berg, Atlantic Handling Systems join growing Circulate NJ business coalition

Circulate NJ has welcomed The Blau & Berg Co. and Atlantic Handling Systems as its newest members, bolstering its ranks as the business coalition promotes the economic benefits of the state’s far-reaching logistics sector.

Guest Columns
A new approach to housing policy where everyone wins

As New Jersey’s gubernatorial race heats up, housing remains a critical issue. Everyone agrees that we need more market-rate and affordable housing to meet demand, and there is also a consensus that housing prices in New Jersey are too high. But what can the government do differently to address these issues? Policymakers and our next governor need to acknowledge that current government policies are exacerbating these problems, not solving them.

Government & Public Policy
Tantleff sworn in for second term as NJBA chair, joining six fellow board members

The New Jersey Builders Association has installed Debra Tantleff as its chair for a second term, as it prepares for the rollout of the state’s new affordable housing law and other key policies.

Government & Public Policy
Greek Real Estate Partners’ Schlindwein installed as NAIOP New Jersey president

NAIOP New Jersey has welcomed its new board for the next two years, with Greek Real Estate Partners’ Matt Schlindwein taking the helm as president of the commercial real estate development association.

Professional Services
Corliss, Ward of Giordano Halleran real estate, land use teams among newest shareholders

Giordano Halleran & Ciesla PC has named two new shareholders in its real estate and land use groups as part of four newly announced promotions on its Red Bank-based team.

Professional Services
ESA promotes Lezette to director of client strategies, business development

ESA Environmental Consultants has promoted Christine Lezette to director of client strategies and business development, touting her vital role in the firm’s success since her arrival in 2021.