Building In Newark Earns ‘Smart Growth Award’ From NJ Future

NEWARK, NJ — A mixed-used building in Newark that includes affordable housing recently earned a “Smart Growth Award” from New Jersey Future.

The nonprofit recently released its list of honorees for 2024, which included 20 Littleton Avenue in Newark. The awards are intended to shine a spotlight on “sustainable growth and redevelopment” in the Garden State. See the full list here.

Here’s what earned the 20 Littleton Avenue project an award, New Jersey Future said:

“Mixed-use, mixed income housing development in partnership with local hospital featuring ground floor healthcare services and 78 units of affordable housing, including for individuals experiencing homelessness, in Newark’s Fairmount neighborhood.”

According to New Jersey Future, primary partners included C+C Apartment Management, City of Newark, L+M Development Partners, New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, and University Hospital.

“We’re proud to recognize another great group of projects and plans in New Jersey which demonstrate a commitment to smart growth and advance our progress as a state to practice sustainability and inclusivity,” executive director Pete Kasabach said.

“Whether you are a municipal leader, planner, or developer in our state, the six projects we have chosen to honor this year are shining examples of best practices and remarkable achievements, worthy of commendation and emulation,” Kasabach said.

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