Newark Transit Village (left); Jersey City waterfront TOC; Beacon Station lot → TOD; RI housing bills; Mexico rail expansion (right top-to-bottom)
Article of the Week
NEWARK—Broad + Market: Newark’s Transit Village and the Path to Equitable Growth
Staff, NJTOD | July 31, 2025
Since earning its Transit Village designation in 2021, Newark’s Broad + Market area has added thousands of housing units, including affordable options in developments like Halo Towers and Indigo Residences. The city has also completed key infrastructure projects—Mulberry Commons Park, a pedestrian bridge, and new bus routes—strengthening its commitment to inclusive, transit-oriented development.
NJ TOD News
ASBURY PARK—126-Unit Mixed-Use Project Approved for Former Braverman Building in Asbury Park
Mario Marroquin, Jersey Digs | July 29, 2025
The Asbury Park Planning Board approved a site plan for a 126-unit mixed-use building with 2,000 sq. ft. of commercial space on a vacant lot. Douglas Development will designate 26 units—including seven three-bedroom apartments—as affordable housing. The site sits a half mile from the Asbury Park Station.
NORTH BERGEN—Final Homes Available at High-End Gold Coast Condo Building, Skyline Development Says
Joshua Burd, Real Estate NJ | July 29, 2025
Skyline Development Group has nearly sold all 70 condo units at Solaia, a 14-story building overlooking the Hudson River. The property features Manhattan skyline views, nearby dining and retail, and ferry access to Manhattan.
JERSEY CITY—The NRP Group Celebrates Opening of Luxury, Transit-Oriented Waterfront Community in Jersey City’s Port Liberté
Staff, Business Wire | July 28, 2025
The NRP Group has completed Oliver on the Hudson, a 401-unit luxury housing development along the Hudson River. Located just a four-minute walk from the Port Liberté Ferry Terminal, the site offers 15-minute commutes to lower Manhattan.
Transit and Equity News
NEW YORK—Housing Project Coming to Metro North Station
Todd Bender, Mid Hudson News | August 1, 2025
The MTA Board approved a plan to convert a Beacon Metro-North Station parking lot into a 265-unit mixed-income apartment complex. Part of Governor Hochul’s initiative to repurpose state land for housing, the project will offer residents a walkable, mixed-use community with access to express trains to Manhattan.
MARYLAND—Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich Celebrates Opening of 189 Affordable Rental Homes at the Residences at Forest Glen
Press Release, Montgomery County | July 31, 2025
Montgomery County officials celebrated the opening of the Residences at Forest Glen, a 189-unit all-affordable housing development that replaces a smaller, outdated complex. County Executive Marc Elrich called the region’s loss of affordable housing a major threat, making this project a critical community asset. Located near the Forest Glen Metro Station, the development offers residents strong access to jobs and education.
NEW JERSEY—Homeless Numbers in NJ Reach ‘Shocking’ 10-Year High
Bobby Brier, NJ Spotlight News| July 30, 2025
New Jersey recorded 13,748 homeless individuals in a January count—an 8 percent increase from last year and the highest in over a decade. The surge follows cuts to affordable housing and Medicaid. Black residents remain disproportionately affected, making up 47.4 percent of the state’s homeless population.
Senate Banking Committee Advances Sweeping Bipartisan Housing Package
Christine Serlin, Affordable Housing Finance | July 29, 2025
On July 29, the Senate Banking Committee advanced the bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act, which aims to expand housing supply and improve affordability. The package proposes streamlining regulations, creating residential infill programs, and encouraging construction in Opportunity Zones and near transit.
NEW YORK—NYC Wants to Build 3,000 Homes at Former Flushing Airport Site
Aaron Ginsburg, 6sqft New York City | July 28, 2025
Mayor Eric Adams unveiled plans for a 3,000-unit mixed-income neighborhood on the nearly 80-acre site of the former Flushing Airport. While the project includes affordable housing and designated parking, some residents remain concerned about traffic and the impact on nearby wetlands.
MAINE—Maine Lawmakers Remove Red Tape to Enable More Affordable Housing Construction
Eesha Pendharkar, Maine Morning Star | July 23, 2025
Maine passed six bills to address its housing shortage—estimated at over 80,000 units—and reduce rent burdens in urban areas. The legislation includes zoning reforms to support housing near transit and services, and a new real estate tax on homes valued over $1 million to fund the state’s first affordable housing fund.
Regional and National TOD News
FLORIDA—New Zoning Boost Approved for Transit-Oriented Development in Miami
Staff, The Next Miami | July 30, 2025
Miami city commissioners approved the Transit Station Neighborhood District chapter, a new zoning rule that permits higher-density development within a mile of major transit hubs like Metrorail, Brightline, and Tri-Rail stations. The rule will first apply to a Little River project featuring 5,700 housing units, over 370,000 sq. ft. of retail, and a new Tri-Rail station.
MICHIGAN—Downtown Detroit Is Back
Amy S. Eckert, The New York Times | July 30, 2025
Detroit has sustained steady population growth in recent years, surpassing the national average in 2024. Downtown’s resurgence is driven by new housing, a $7 billion investment from real estate group Bedrock, and an influx of residents attracted by jobs, affordable housing, and amenities like transit and retail.
CALIFORNIA—Palo Alto Aims to Raise Heights, Spur Residential Growth
Gennady Sheyner, Palo Alto Weekly | July 28, 2025
Palo Alto’s new Downtown Housing Plan seeks to increase housing density near transit after years of limited construction. The plan prioritizes senior living, emphasizing access to health services, walkability, and social connection. Key challenges include high land costs, small lot sizes, and the need for zoning reforms.
RHODE ISLAND—5 New Laws That Will Make It Easier to Build the Homes Rhode Island Needs
Greg Miller & Monica Teixeira De Sousa, Rhode Island Current | July 28, 2025
Rhode Island, which builds fewer homes per capita than any other state, faces a 24,000-unit housing shortage. A lack of small, affordable, mid-density homes limits options for young buyers and downsizing seniors. To address this, the General Assembly passed ten bills to expand housing, including easing townhome restrictions and creating mixed-use districts to replace aging strip malls.
VIRGINIA—Hines, Sumitomo Partner on Waterfront Apartments Near DC
Mary Salmonsen, Multifamily Dive | July 28, 2025
Hines and Sumitomo will begin construction in late July on a 365-unit apartment building at Potomac Shores, a transit-oriented community south of Washington, D.C. The site is near the town center and the future Potomac Shores rail station, scheduled to open in late 2026.
International TOD News
CANADA—A Third of All Land Buys Are Now Multiplex: Vancouver’s Zoning Bet Is Paying Off
Kerry Gold, Storeys | July 28, 2025
Vancouver’s new multiplex zoning reforms have spurred a surge in denser housing, accounting for nearly a third of all land sales in 2024. Multiplexes, seen as a cost-effective way to meet housing targets, are gaining national attention. The City Council has requested a report on further reforms, including subdividing large lots and allowing development of irregularly shaped parcels.
MEXICO—Mexico Moving on Passenger Rail Revival
Kevin Smith, IRJ, & William C. Vantuono, Railway Age | July 24, 2025
Mexico will invest $7.15 billion in passenger rail under President Claudia Sheinbaum’s National Railway Plan. The initiative includes restoring over 2,100 miles of discontinued lines, building dedicated passenger tracks, and extending Mexico City’s suburban rail to serve 1.2 million people. With projected daily ridership at 83,000, construction is set to begin once contracts are awarded next month.