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Issue 1

Features 

Why a Newsletter about Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)?

May 31, 2005August 17, 2018 Steph_Admin Issue 1, NJ TRANSIT, VTC

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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Recent Research Demonstrates Desire for TOD

May 30, 2005May 14, 2019 Steph_Admin case studies, demographics, economic demand, Issue 1, research

Report links: Aging Americans, 2004 National Community Preference Survey, and Hidden in Plain Sight.
Three recent studies have demonstrated the desirability of transit-oriented development principles.

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Ten Principles for Successful Development Around Transit

May 29, 2005May 14, 2019 Steph_Admin Issue 1, redevelopment

Report link: Ten Principles for Successful Development Around Transit
The Urban Land Institute released a report in 2003 to help municipal officials and planners successfully implement development around transit centers.

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Transit Village Update 

Municipal Spotlight: The Resurgence of Rahway

May 28, 2005August 10, 2018 Steph_Admin Issue 1, Rahway, redevelopment

Rahway’s commitment to transit-oriented development principles have guided recent revitalization efforts of its downtown.

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Practitioner Spotlight 

Practitioner Spotlight: Joel Schwartz, Landmark Companies

May 27, 2005August 17, 2018 Steph_Admin housing, Issue 1, Joel Schwartz

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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Hidden in Plain Sight: Capturing the Demand for Housing Near Transit

May 26, 2005November 15, 2020 Steph_Admin housing, Issue 1

Report link: Hidden in Plain Sight
This report studies the demand for housing near America’s rapid transit systems and finds that demand for such housing will likely double by 2025.

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The New Transit Town: Best Practices in Transit-Oriented Development

May 25, 2005May 14, 2019 Steph_Admin best practices, case studies, demographics, Issue 1

Report link: The New Transit Town
In this book, the demographic trends that favor an increasing demand for TOD are outlined,as well as the issues of design, public policy and finance.

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Transit-Oriented Development in the United States: Experiences, Challenges, and Prospects

May 24, 2005May 14, 2019 Steph_Admin benefits of TOD, guidebook, Issue 1, policy

Report link: Transit-Oriented Development in the United States
This analysis of TOD practice examines its impacts, benefits, and barriers, as well as useful policies and implementation and financing tools.

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Planning for Transit-Friendly Land Use: A Handbook for New Jersey Communities

May 23, 2005October 20, 2020 Steph_Admin handbook, Issue 1, redevelopment

Report link: Planning for Transit Friendly Land Use
This handbook is designed to help planning officials, planning and zoning boards and communities create successful TOD environments.

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Transit Village Update 

Transit Village Update: New Transit Villages Named!

May 22, 2005August 27, 2018 Steph_Admin Issue 1, Jersey City NJ, Journal Square, New Brunswick NJ

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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