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Knowing when to re-zone abandoned or high-vacancy strip malls is crucial when market demand shifts, and the existing use no longer serves the community effectively. ?? Converting these spaces to mixed-use developments or community-focused amenities aligns with the highest and best use principle. Proactive re-zoning can revitalize neighborhoods, attract investment, and create more vibrant, walkable spaces. ???? Read more: https://lnkd.in/ezFCUukq #downtownretail #njredevelopment #mixedusedevelopment #placemaking #njplanners #njplanningfirm

It's been a whirlwind week of #LivingstonMall Community Visioning Sessions! ?? Thanks to your valuable feedback the future of the property is in good hands. We invite you to join us tomorrow at the Township of Livingston Town Hall for the final community meeting, where we will present our Work In Progress Presentation and a bit about what we've learned so far. More details below. ?? ?? Saturday, March 22 ???? Work in Progress Presentation ?? Town Hall, Council Chambers, 357 S. Livingston Ave. ?? 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ?? Presentation will be available to view online. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/epDdRYii #LTownNJ #LivingstonNJ #njredevelopment #njplanners #njplanningfirm

It's always a good night for a gala, especially in a venue as beautiful as this! ?? Last month Topology joined friends, colleagues, and neighbors for the 2025 Regional Plan Association New Jersey Reception at The Newark Museum of Art. ?? The evening not only focused on the work of the Port Authority, including the Gateway Project and new Port Authority Bus Terminal, but also celebrated Former Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg & Kevin J. O'Toole, Chair of The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey! ???? Loretta and Kevin were jointly honored with the Governor James J. Florio Leadership Award, which recognizes and celebrates outstanding New Jersey leaders who embody the Governor’s legacy through their work toward better mobility, stronger and more inclusive communities, and a more resilient region. ?? Learn more about the reception here: https://lnkd.in/eyuNe6mC #NewarkNJ #njplanners #njplanningfirm #regionaltransit

We hope you'll join us this evening as we kick off a week of community visioning sessions with the Township of Livingston to help gather input for the future of the #LivingstonMall site! ?? ???? Kick-Off Presentation & Hands-On Visioning Workshop ?? Monday, March 17 ? 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ?? Senior/Community Center, Tahaney Rooms, 204 Hillside Ave.? ?? Watch online at https://lnkd.in/epqw_VDp Find out more: https://lnkd.in/epDdRYii #LTownNJ #LivingstonNJ #njredevelopment #njplanners #njplanningfirm

"If you want it to be FREE, join the UEZ!" ? Topology is also working with the City of Perth Amboy to draft their Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) 5-Year Zone Development Plan! A key component of the UEZ Plan is assisting municipalities decide how to allocate UEZ funds to improve their business districts. ???? We invite business owners to participate in the UEZ Program Survey in order to help shape the Plan. Your feedback will provide a roadmap to guide improvements to the UEZ Program and ensure it meets the needs of local businesses. ?? ?? Take the Survey in English: https://lnkd.in/eUMKZGRH ?? Completar la Encuesta en Espa?ol: https://lnkd.in/eW5UZu6b Learn more about Perth Amboy's UEZ Program here: https://lnkd.in/eSv7sAw5 #PerthAmboyNJ #urbanententerprisezone #ecomonicdevelopment #downtownrevitalization #njredevelopment #njplanners #njplanningfirm

Help us shape the future of the #LivingstonMall site! ?? Topology is thrilled to be working with the Township of Livingston to undertake comprehensive community outreach to gather your feedback! And next week we would love it if you'd join us for a series of in-person visioning sessions! ?? Monday, March 17 ? 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ?? Senior/Community Center, Tahaney Rooms, 204 Hillside Ave.? ???? Kick-Off Presentation & Hands-On Visioning Workshop ?? Presentation will be available to view online. ?? Tuesday, March 18 ?? Town Hall, Training Room (first door on the right when entering from S. Livingston Ave), 357 S. Livingston Ave. ???? Open Design Studio ? 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ???? Framework Pin-Up ? 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ?? Wednesday, March 19 ?? Town Hall, Training Room, 357 S. Livingston Ave. ???? Open Design Studio ? 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon & 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ???? Concept Pin-Up ? 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. ?? Thursday, March 20 ? 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon & 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ?? Town Hall, Training Room, 357 S. Livingston Ave. ???? Open Design Studio ?? Saturday, March 22 ? 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. ?? Town Hall, Council Chambers, 357 S. Livingston Ave. ???? Work-in-Progress Presentation ?? Presentation will be available to view online. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/efjidPfA #LTownNJ #LivingstonNJ #njredevelopment #njplanners #njplanningfirm

Greetings from #AsburyPark! ?? Topology's William Kurzenberger wants to know "What do you want to see in Asbury Park's business districts?" (and a whole lot more!) Topology is working with the City Of Asbury Park to draft their Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) 5-Year Zone Development Plan! A key component of the UEZ Plan is assisting municipalities decide how to allocate UEZ funds to improve their business districts. ???? In order to draft the Plan in the best interest of residents and business owners, we need your feedback! ?? The following surveys will be open through the end of March: ?? Asbury Park UEZ Survey: https://lnkd.in/eK7dTyUY ?? Encuesta Sobre el Plan UEZ de Asbury Park: https://lnkd.in/ei2bp8bz #GreetingsFromAsburyPark #AsburyParkNJ #urbanententerprisezone #ecomonicdevelopment #downtownrevitalization #njredevelopment #njplanners #njplanningfirm

Jane Jacobs is an icon who changed the planning profession forever. ?? Happy #WomensHistoryMonth! ??

Earlier this year the Morristown Planning Board unanimously approved plans for One Lackawanna Place, which came to be thanks to the Morristown Train Station Redevelopment Plan, written by Topology and originally adopted back in 2018. ? This piece is a great summary of the hard work behind both this project and the Market Street redevelopment, coming to the Town in the near future: https://lnkd.in/ehRUUTBp #MorristownNJ #mixedusedevelopment #transitorienteddevelopment #njredevelopment #njdevelopment #njplanners #njplanningfirm

Interested in learning a bit more about the history and potential future of the #LivingstonMall? ?? Topology and Township of Livingston Audiovisual Coordinator Andrew Munns teamed up to produce this video with Mayor Ed Meinhardt about the Livingston Mall Redevelopment Community Visioning project! ?? As we shared yesterday, we're thrilled to be working with the Township to undertake comprehensive community outreach to gather your input. ?? It all starts with a ten-minute survey, which is open now through Friday: surveylegend.com/s/5wqq Keep an eye out for more details on next week's community meetings right here, on the Livingston Township Facebook page, and at https://lnkd.in/epDdRYii. #LTownNJ #LivingstonNJ #njredevelopment #njplanners #njplanningfirm