Government & Public Policy
Passaic County, eyeing reuse of Toys R Us campus, among eight to receive EDA grants

The state is helping to jumpstart efforts to repurpose the sprawling former Toys R Us campus in Wayne, thanks to one of eight newly approved grants by the Economic Development Authority.

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Experts say ‘stranded’ office, retail sites can thrive as new-look community hubs

Experts say the way to revive outdated, underutilized commercial properties in New Jersey is to make the sites an essential part of their communities. That can mean increasing the amount of public green space or adding mixed-use elements, among other options aimed at redeveloping so-called stranded assets.  

Government & Public Policy
EDA opens application period for grant program aimed at stranded office, retail buildings

The state Economic Development Authority is now accepting applications for a grant program aimed at helping communities revitalize underutilized retail or office properties.

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EDA reboots grant program to help municipalities rescue stranded malls, office parks

The state Economic Development Authority has relaunched a funding program aimed at helping suburban communities repurpose underutilized retail or office park properties.

Government & Public Policy
EDA streamlines, expands eligibility for municipal grant program for stranded assets

The state Economic Development Authority is expanding a program aimed at helping municipalities tackle vacant or underused commercial and retail properties in their towns.

Government & Public Policy
EDA seeking applications for grant program for ailing office, retail buildings

The state Economic Development Authority is accepting applications for a new grant program aimed at helping municipalities and counties find solutions for vacant or underused commercial properties within their borders.

Government & Public Policy
EDA to launch municipal planning grant program for ailing office, retail buildings

The state has taken a new step to support municipalities seeking to tackle the issue of vacant or underused commercial and retail properties in their towns, under a new planning grant program announced Thursday by the Economic Development Authority.