State Planning Commission Public Meeting Schedule
posted on January 31st, 2025 | Read more
The State Planning Commission will host a public meeting in the 21 counties between February 12 and April 16. The purpose of these public meetings is to educate the public on how the Cross-acceptance process will work and to give members of the public; state, local, and county officials; and all other interested parties an opportunity to learn about, comment on, and discuss the proposed changes to the Draft Preliminary State Development and Redevelopment Plan.
2025 Trend Report for Planners
posted on January 31st, 2025 | Read more
The 2025 Trend Report for Planners features a list of over 100 existing, emerging, and potential future trends that the APA Foresight team and our Trend Scouting Foresight Community identified as relevant to planning. The trends are structured within three timeframes (Act Now, Prepare, Learn, and Watch), which indicate the urgency of planners’ actions.
A Tribute to John “Jay” Lynch (1938-2024)
posted on January 10th, 2025 | Read more
APA New Jersey is saddened to share the loss of John (Jay) Lynch, PP, who succumbed to ALS on December 29. Jay was a pillar in New Jersey’s professional planning community and esteemed for his expertise in affordable housing and land use policy.
Housing Compliance Update (1/3/25)
posted on January 3rd, 2025 | Read more
Message from Creigh Rahenkamp, Chair, APA New Jersey Housing Committee As you’ve likely read, Judge Lougy, A.J.S.C., issued an Order Denying Plaintiffs’ Requests for Injunctive Relief in the Montvale et al. challenge. […]
NJPRC25 Call for Session Proposals
posted on December 17th, 2024 | Read more
New Jersey Future and APA New Jersey are proud to present the annual New Jersey Planning & Redevelopment conference, convening virtually on June 11–12 and in person on June 13 at the Hyatt Regency in New Brunswick. Share your ideas by submitting a session proposal by Friday, February 7, 2025.
Preliminary Draft State Development and Redevelopment Plan Released!
posted on December 17th, 2024 | Read more
The State Planning Commission has officially released the Preliminary Draft of the State Development and Redevelopment Plan, a pivotal milestone for New Jersey’s future growth. This is the first comprehensive update to the State Plan since 2001, and it represents a significant step forward in shaping an inclusive, sustainable, and resilient New Jersey.
Congratulations 2024 Honorees
posted on December 17th, 2024 | Read more
On Thursday, December 12, APA New Jersey celebrated the recipients of the 2024 Planning Excellence Awards and the latest communities designated as Great Places in New Jersey. Learn more about the recipients, view photos from the event, and download the final program book. Congratulations to all the honorees!