Jersey City Zoning Board Reviews University District Building Renovation

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Jersey City Zoning Board focused on a key proposal for the renovation and conversion of a building in the University District into a 53-unit multifamily residential building, including a 10% affordable housing component. The project, which is not a permitted use under the current zoning, requires a use variance and has garnered attention due to its potential impact on the local community and its alignment with municipal land use law objectives.

Jersey City Council Debates Affordable Housing and Park Renovations

Overview: The Jersey City Council meeting addressed significant urban planning and community welfare issues, including contentious zoning resolutions for affordable housing and the long-awaited renovation of Pavonia Marian Park. The council also discussed the operational challenges of the Barry Lane Park splash pad, street closures and their impacts on traffic, and a potential federal prohibition on residential property purchases by large investment entities.

Jersey City Council Tackles Rent Control and Bike Lanes

Overview: In a recent Jersey City Council meeting, issues surrounding the enforcement of rent control regulations and the permanent installation of protected bike lanes took center stage. Residents voiced their struggles with illegal rent increases and poor living conditions, while others advocated for sustainable transportation infrastructure. The council addressed these concerns with discussions on potential policy measures and resolutions, including an investigation into software that could be artificially inflating rents.

Jersey City Planning Board Advances Developments

Overview: In a recent Jersey City Planning Board meeting, development projects were advanced, including the construction of a 47-story residential tower with 529 units on Long Slip and a retail cannabis establishment at the Bank of America building on Bergen Avenue. The approvals marked notable progress in the city’s ongoing development, with the residential tower promising to reshape the city’s skyline and the dispensary reflecting evolving commercial landscapes.

Jersey City Cannibas [Cannabis] Board Tackles License Renewals and Regulation Challenges

Overview: The Jersey City Cannabis Control Board recently convened to address several issues surrounding the local cannabis industry, with discussions focusing on license renewals, regulatory challenges, and concerns over board member attendance and the efficacy of the current cannabis ordinance. The meeting saw the board recommend the renewal of licenses for Downtown Flower LLC and The Cannabis Place for 420 Corporation while also debating the impact of unlicensed cannabis sales and the sustainability of the growing number of cannabis businesses in the city.