Jersey City Approves Mixed-Use Development with Affordable Housing

The first phase of a six-part project will bring a 10-story building near a light rail station.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 2:09pm

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A photorealistic studio still life featuring a minimalist, angular scale model of a modern 10-story building made from polished raw materials like steel, glass, and concrete, floating on a solid pastel background and using dramatic lighting to represent urban redevelopment and affordable housing.A conceptual rendering of the new 10-story mixed-use development coming to Jersey City's 880-900 Garfield Avenue neighborhood.Jersey City Today

Jersey City officials have approved the initial phase of a six-part redevelopment project that will bring a 10-story mixed-use building with affordable housing units and ground-floor retail space to the 880-900 Garfield Avenue area, located near a light rail station.

Why it matters

This project is part of Jersey City's broader efforts to increase affordable housing options and revitalize neighborhoods near public transit hubs, aligning with the city's goals of promoting sustainable, equitable development.

The details

The first phase of the six-part redevelopment plan will construct a 10-story building featuring a mix of affordable housing units and ground-floor retail space. The project site is located near a light rail station, providing residents with easy access to public transportation.

  • The Jersey City Council approved the initial phase of the redevelopment project on April 12, 2026.
  • Construction on the 10-story mixed-use building is expected to begin in the third quarter of 2026.

The players

Jersey City

The city government of Jersey City, New Jersey, which has approved the initial phase of a six-part redevelopment project in the 880-900 Garfield Avenue area.

880-900 Garfield Avenue

The location of the initial phase of the six-part redevelopment project, situated near a light rail station in Jersey City, New Jersey.

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What’s next

The city will now work with the developer to finalize plans and secure necessary permits for the construction of the 10-story mixed-use building, with the goal of breaking ground in the third quarter of 2026.

The takeaway

This project represents Jersey City's ongoing commitment to increasing affordable housing options and revitalizing neighborhoods near public transit, aligning with the city's broader goals of promoting sustainable and equitable development.