Filling the Gaps: Infill for Transit Connected Communities

Hosted by NJTOD, the Transit Friendly Newsletter of NJ TRANSIT’s Transit Friendly Planning (TFP) Program, this forum will explore infill development in New Jersey’s transit-connected communities.

Panelists from public agencies, municipal government, and the private sector will share strategies for building on vacant or underutilized sites near transit—including surface parking lots, brownfields, and other parcels with untapped potential.

The discussion will highlight how infill projects can strengthen walkability, add housing and amenities, and foster vibrant, transit-supportive neighborhoods while earning community support. Case studies will range from small-scale residential projects to larger mixed-use, mixed-income developments, offering real-world lessons on leveraging sites well-positioned for transit access.

Attendees will hear directly from developers, municipal leaders, and other stakeholders on practical approaches to addressing New Jersey’s housing needs through sustainable, transit-oriented development. The session will conclude with audience Q&A.

Breakfast generously provided by Downtown New Jersey.

Registration, Networking & Refreshments: 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Panel: 10:00 am-12 pm

Moderator

Charles Latini, PP, AICP, L&G Planning, LLC; President, APA-NJ

Panelists

Tim Evans, Director of Research, NJ Future

Zenobia Fields, Director, Department of Economic Development, City of Plainfield

Mike Heyer, Manager of Transit Oriented Development, NJ TRANSIT

Michael Hong, Vice President of Development, RPM Development Group

Lisa Leone, Cities Stormwater Lead, The Nature Conservancy

AICP Credits | TBA

Host or Publisher NJTOD