NJTOD informs New Jersey on what is happening in transit friendly planning (TFP) and transit oriented development (TOD) in the state and around the country: best practices, model programs, legislation, research, and local problem-solving experiences.

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The Week in TOD News January 24-30, 2026

Harborside 4 breaks ground in Jersey City • New Denville development • San Jose affordable housing • LA’s $25B subway plan • Hong Kong & TOD benefits

NJ TOD News

Bus Transit Villages: Driving Development Beyond the Rails

While rail stations get the spotlight, New Jersey’s bus terminals are the real engines of urban growth. This look at four “Bus Transit Villages” shows how high-frequency service is transforming downtowns and expanding housing access statewide.

2025: An Award-Winning Year for Transit Friendly Planning

As we enter 2026, we’re celebrating a landmark year for NJ TRANSIT’s Transit Friendly Planning (TFP) program. Throughout 2025, the program advanced the future of New Jersey’s communities by merging technical research with robust public engagement.

A TOD Blueprint for Westchester

Yonkers and New Rochelle have emerged as models for smart growth in Westchester County, using transit-oriented development to attract billions in investment, expand housing supply, and stabilize rents. Their success offers a blueprint for communities across Westchester and North Jersey.

Infill Development: Balancing Growth, Transit, and Sustainability

This review examines current research and policy perspectives on infill development and its potential to support housing, transit, and community revitalization.

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