Hospitality & Tourism
Hard Rock Atlantic City details latest $50 million renovation to guest rooms, common spaces

The owners of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City have launched the latest phase of a multiyear renovation with a $50 million update that’s now underway at the property.

Professional Services
Cooper Levenson named legal counsel for massive Bader Field redevelopment in Atlantic City

A developer is advancing plans to redevelop Atlantic City’s Bader Field, tapping Cooper Levenson as its legal counsel for what it says will be a mixed-use destination for motorsports.

Government & Public Policy
EDA approves $53 million Aspire award to rehab Atlantic City affordable housing complex

WinnCompanies has set its sights on Atlantic City, where the affordable housing firm plans to modernize 177 rental units with the help of the state’s Aspire tax credit program.

Events
Atlantic Builders Convention returns with expanded programs, cautious optimism around housing policy in New Jersey

The Atlantic Builders Convention has returned to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, where cautious optimism around New Jersey housing policy comes alongside the excitement of a bigger convention floor, a revamped schedule of special events and an expanded lineup of seminars focused on everything from design trends and financing to environmental cleanup.

Government & Public Policy
CRE leaders hopeful after Murphy signs law to boost viability, eligibility of Aspire projects

Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a law to expand the Aspire tax credit program for developers, in part by allowing projects in New Brunswick, Camden and East Orange to secure larger awards, while taking steps meant to help applicants secure construction financing.

Hospitality & Tourism
EDA approves $4 million grant to expand Showboat family entertainment hub in Atlantic City

A major expansion is coming to Atlantic City’s Showboat Resort, now a family entertainment destination, with the help of more than $4 million in newly approved funding by the state.

Hospitality & Tourism
Developer eyes Q1 groundbreaking for Monopoly-inspired ‘Top Hat’ hotel in Atlantic City

A new boutique hotel with a distinctive Monopoly-inspired design is coming to Atlantic City under a project that could break ground in the months ahead.

Government & Public Policy
Trenton to acquire vacant hotel with $4 million grant, one of 12 approved under EDA program

State officials have approved a $4 million grant to help the City of Trenton acquire a vacant hotel property that’s slated to be redeveloped under a proposed mixed-used project.

Professional Services
SOSH, design firm behind iconic Atlantic City gaming properties, joins WATG

A global design firm has acquired SOSH Architects, the practice behind scores of well-known casino and hospitality properties in Atlantic City and elsewhere during its 45 years in business.

Government & Public Policy
EDA approves $8 million tax credit for Atlantic City office-to-residential project

A developer has secured a key tax credit award for its plan to convert a historic office building in Atlantic City into 56 loft-style apartments and commercial space.