Low density is certainly one of the dysfunctions of the dominant development pattern since 1950, but it is not the only one. Two other factors — segregation of destination types and a lack of connectivity in the local street network — also contrive to force people into their cars for most daily activities, even in neighborhoods with high housing density.
Community Design
Density and Sprawl Are Not Mutually Exclusive
Wednesday, August 24th, 2011Smart Growth Photo Contest
Sunday, June 26th, 2011The first annual Smart Growth Photo Contest was a great success, with over 130 entries. Congratulations to our grand prize winner, Andrew Svekla.
Smart Growth Photo Contest
Wednesday, April 13th, 2011We are inviting artists, students and anyone interested to submit original artwork representing smart growth themes such as walkable communities, vibrant civic spaces, alternative transportation (walking, biking, public transit), preserved farms and natural spaces.
Forum Puts Focus on Redevelopment
Thursday, February 24th, 2011Redevelopment is not a cookie-cutter exercise; it can take many different shapes and comes in many different sizes.
Governor Vetoes Historic Property Reinvestment Act
Friday, February 18th, 2011Despite enjoying bi-partisan support, the Historic Property Reinvestment Act was vetoed today by Governor Christie.
Two More Communities Adopt Complete Streets Policies, More Likely
Wednesday, August 25th, 2010The adoption of a statewide complete streets policy by the New Jersey Department of Transportation was a major milestone for those who believe New Jersey’s streets should be designed for all users, not just drivers. But because only a small […]
Trenton and Jersey City Receive HOPE VI grants from HUD
Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010Of the six cities that were awarded a total of $113.6 million in the latest round of grants for the HOPE VI program administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), two were in New Jersey. Trenton […]
Complete Streets Accommodate All Users
Wednesday, May 20th, 2009New Jersey trails only New York in the percentage of residents commuting to work by transit, and NJ TRANSIT saw record ridership levels in 2008.
Smart Housing Incentives Legislation Introduced
Wednesday, December 17th, 2008The Smart Housing Incentives Act encourages the development of environmentally sound, economically diverse and easily accessible neighborhoods.
NJ Embraces Smart Growth, and Honors those Who Practice It
Monday, June 2nd, 2008New Jersey Future’s annual Smart Growth Awards highlights captures the energy that is transforming places around the state.