Land Use & Zoning

Redevelopment designation in NJ under the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law allows municipalities to:

ARaise property taxes in blighted areas
BAcquire, clear, and redevelop areas that meet statutory criteria for blight✓ Correct
COverride state environmental regulations
DTransfer properties to neighboring municipalities

Explanation

The NJ Local Redevelopment and Housing Law allows municipalities to designate areas in need of redevelopment, enabling land acquisition (including condemnation) and tax incentives for redevelopment.

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