Why a Newsletter about Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)?
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition across America that transit is important to the creation and maintenance of livable communities.
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Issue 1
Municipal Spotlight: The Resurgence of Rahway
Rahway’s commitment to transit-oriented development principles have guided recent revitalization efforts of its downtown.
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Practitioner Spotlight: Joel Schwartz, Landmark Companies
Joel Schwartz is a principal of Landmark Companies, L.L.C., a design-oriented development firm located in Princeton and Keasbey, New Jersey.
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Planning for Transit-Friendly Land Use: A Handbook for New Jersey Communities
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This handbook is designed to help planning officials, planning and zoning boards and communities create successful TOD environments.
Transit Village Update: New Transit Villages Named!
On February 15, 2005 New Brunswick and Journal Square in Jersey City, were designated as New Jersey’s newest Transit Villages.
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Somerset County Plans for TOD
Somerset County will soon complete work on a transit-oriented development study to help municipalities to effectively implement TOD planning.
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Smart Commute Mortgages Make Housing Near Transit a Smart Choice
NJ TRANSIT has introduced the New Jersey Statewide Smart Commute Initiative to encourage residents to consider homeownership options near transit.
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