New Jersey's new guidelines for addressing the affordable housing deficit mark a significant step for builders and advocates, despite ongoing financial and legal challenges. The Department of Community Affairs has outlined a need for over 150,000 homes, including rehabilitations and new constructions, by 2035. Municipalities must adopt these nonbinding guidelines by January 31 or risk lawsuits. The new framework aims to streamline the process and improve collaboration, while also facing potential legal battles from towns opposing the mandates.
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