TDR (Transfer of Development Rights) meetings to be hosted by the Jersey City Planning Division.

Just so you are aware in case you are interested in attending.

The Jersey City Division of City Planning received a grant from the NJ Office of Smart Growth to conduct a comprehensive planning study to compose a Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) Ordinance for Jersey City. Through this process, the City can explore ways to secure funding to preserve and enhance community resources by capitalizing on the demand for development. This will be the first urban application of this zoning in New Jersey.

The City is beginning this process through a series of small focused meetings comprised of experts on each topic of study. These meetings will be of varied make-up including private individuals, public and private professionals, organization representatives and property owners. They are intended to help the City identify ways to use TDR to benefit the community and property owners and assess various options available when developing TDR districts in Jersey City. Over the course of the next month, these smaller meetings will be followed by 3 large public outreach meetings to maximize our opportunity to receive suggestions and community feedback.

The Public Meetings are as follows:

Thursday August 12, 2010
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Charrette 1: PAD - Public Outreach Session
Where: Culinary Center in JSQ [161 Newkirk Street]

Discussion of the Powerhouse Arts District as a sending area.



Thursday August 19, 2010
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Charrette 2: Jersey Avenue - Public Outreach Session
Where: Golden Door Charter School [180 9th Street]

Discussion of the Jersey Avenue Redevelopment area as a sending area.



Thursday August 26, 2010
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Charrette 3: Downtown Receiving Area - Public Outreach Session
Where: City Hall - Council Chambers [280 Grove Street]

Discussion of various sites within downtown as receiving areas.

From the Ward E Council Office