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Senate committee advances bill to convert underused office parks and retail centers into mixed-use housing
Summary
The New Jersey Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee released S-1408, a bill authorizing the conversion of certain office parks and retail centers to mixed-use developments, after testimony both for and against the measure.
The New Jersey Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee released S-1408, a bill authorizing the conversion of certain office parks and retail centers to mixed-use developments, after testimony both for and against the measure.
Supporters told the committee the bill would speed creation of housing and lower costs by using existing structures and infrastructure. "S-1408 would allow for the creations of thousands of affordable housing units," said Alex Witcher, managing director of external affairs at Fair Share Housing Center. He said…
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