News & Insights

Using the Grow New Jersey and NJRA Programs to Bolster Redevelopment

(Published in the New Jersey Conference of Mayors Magazine, June 2012) By: Robert W. Bucknam ...read more

Land Use Law Advisory: New Jersey Extends Moratorium on Nonresidential Development Fee

On August 24, 2011, Acting Governor Kim Guadagno signed legislation that was passed without dissent by both the Senate and the Assembly, on June 29, 2011, approving a two (2) year moratorium on the 2.5% Fee charged by municipalities on all nonresidential development based on a project’s equalized assessment. ...read more

Development Opportunities and COAH Third Round Plans: Are Your Projects Impacted?

December 31, 2008, was the Council on Affordable Housing’s (“COAH”) deadline for the vast majority of New Jersey’s municipalities to submit “Round 3” Fair Share Plans and updated Housing Elements (collectively, “FSPs”). ...read more

NJBPU Announces Public Stakeholder Series for Grid Modernization

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) recently published notice for a series of public meetings to collect stakeholder input on Grid Modernization and improving the Interconnection Process in New Jersey. We at Archer Law & Archer Public Affairs have been anticipating that the NJBPU would be undertaking such a process to address regulatory issues that could lead to comprehensive grid modernization proposals. ...read more

New Jersey Governor Issues Executive Order Expanding Covid-19 Restrictions Relating to Construction Work and Retail Businesses

On April 8, 2020, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy issued Executive Order No. 122, which does the following: ...read more

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie Signs Permit Extension Act

On September 21, 2012, Governor Chris Christie signed the third Permit Extension Act into law. ...read more

Archer Client Altus Power Wins

Archer client Altus Power, a Blackstone company, was among the largest individual recipients of New Jersey Community Solar Pilot year 2 project awards in both the number of approved projects and in the percentage of solar energy capacity. ...read more

2013 Atlantic Builders Convention's Educational Programs

Robert W. Bucknam and Lloyd Freeman will be Speakers at the 2013 Atlantic Builders Convention's Educational Programs in Atlantic City.  ...read more

Robert Bucknam on ICLE/NJSBA Panel for Land Use Law Seminar

Who: Robert W. Bucknam, Jr. What: The New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education (NJICLE), a division of the New Jersey State Bar Association (NJSBA) will host "Land Use Basics". Mr. Bucknam will present the "Fundamentals: Municipal Land Use Law and Regulations." The land use development approval process in the Garden State requires navigating through an increasingly complex bureaucratic maze of permits, approvals and other governmental regulations. This regulatory maze has resulted in the proliferation of local, county, state and federal agencies with overlapping review authority. This practical program will give you a road map for navigating through the maze. You'll review the basics of land use practice, enhance your understanding of land use law, and pick up valuable practice tips for appearing before local planning and zoning boards. Where: The Westin Mt. Laurel 555 Fellowship Road Mt. Laurel, NJ ...read more

Clint Allen and Robert W. Bucknam, Jr. To Speak at New Jersey’s Premier Land Use Update

When: Wednesday, March 30, 2022 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET ...read more

NEW JERSEY MANDATORY LAND USE EDUCATION

When: Tue, November 17, 10am – 12pm ...read more

Robert Bucknam Will Serve As A Panelist in NJPO Planning Sessions

When: November 18, 19, and 20, 2014 ...read more