City of New Brunswick, Planning, Community, and Economic Development Department
New Brunswick, NJ
New Brunswick Master Plan
Project Features:
Prepared a comprehensive Master Plan Update for the City of New Brunswick to guide long-term growth and ensure compliance with the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law.
Established a unified vision that balances neighborhood character preservation with smart growth, mixed-use development, and open space protection.
Integrated land use, housing, circulation, utilities, community facilities, open space, recreation, and recycling elements into a cohesive planning framework.
Conducted in-depth analyses of transportation and utility infrastructure to support future development and improve congestion, mobility, and access.
Led extensive public engagement and stakeholder outreach, incorporating input from City staff, elected officials, and residents through community meetings and events.
Advanced sustainability and climate resiliency through preparation of a Climate Change Hazard Vulnerability Assessment (CCHVA) and associated resilience strategies.
Supported post-adoption implementation through a Zoning Ordinance Update, translating Master Plan recommendations into enforceable development regulations.
Helped position New Brunswick for post-COVID economic growth, contributing to major redevelopment initiatives, institutional expansion, and increased tax ratables.
Services Provided:
Comprehensive Master Planning and Policy Development
Land Use, Housing, Circulation, and Utilities Planning