What DEP’s Climate Rules Mean to Downtowns
The New Jersey Builders Association shares information about how NJDEP’s “Protecting Against Climate Threats” (PACT) regulations could affect revitalization in your downtown.
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Oppressive Regulations are Limiting NJ’s Brewery Boom
Craft brewing and distilling is a developing industry in the Garden State. But while New Jersey passed legislation in 2012 to allow tasting rooms, the restrictive nature of New Jersey Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) rules is hampering expansive growth.
Gov. Murphy Hosts Liquor License Reform Roundtable
February 23, 2023 – Downtown New Jersey attended Governor Murphy’s roundtable discussion with local restauranteurs and lawmakers about his plan to reform NJ’s antiquated liquor license laws. The legislative proposal would increase the availability of liquor licenses gradually over five years.
Gov. Murphy Announces Support for Liquor License Reform
January 11, 2023 – Governor Murphy galvanizes discussion to reform NJ’s antiquated liquor license laws in his State of the State Address.
New Jersey’s Single-Use Plastic bags and Polystyrene Foam Ban
New Jersey’s plastics and polystyrene ban went into effect May 2022 – what it means for small businesses in New Jersey.
Policy Watch – January 2022
January 12, 2022 – Downtown New Jersey acts as an advocate for downtown commercial districts in New Jersey, tracking legislative, regulatory, and policy issues that can affect the success of the state’s downtowns and then informing and educating members on these issues.