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FILM & TV

From the birthplace of the motion picture industry with Thomas Edison’s early innovations, to the iconic backdrops of beloved series and blockbuster films, New Jersey has a long and storied history in the world of entertainment. Today, the Garden State is experiencing a vibrant resurgence, drawing major productions with its diverse landscapes – from bustling cityscapes and charming suburban towns to picturesque beaches and dense forests – all within a compact geographic area. With attractive tax incentives, state-of-the-art new studios like Lionsgate Newark and Netflix’s upcoming Fort Monmouth facility, and a robust, experienced film workforce, New Jersey is quickly becoming a premier destination for filmmakers and television producers. Discover where your favorite scenes were shot, and explore why New Jersey is taking center stage in the exciting world of film and television!

Bayonne Launches Landmark Film Campus as 1888 Studios Redefines New Jersey’s Entertainment Future

Bayonne has taken a decisive step into the global production spotlight with the ceremonial groundbreaking of 1888 Studios, a sweeping new film and television...

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New Jersey’s Housing Landscape: The Mount Laurel Doctrine and the Search for the Missing Middle

July 30th, 2024 by Tim Evans The rising costs of housing in New Jersey are affecting everyone, especially individuals and households at the lower end of the income spectrum. New Jersey’s unique Mount Laurel doctrine is meant to address the need for housing for lower-income households, but it also indirectly has a major effect on the supply of market-rate multi-family units in the process. The process by which towns satisfy their affordable housing obligations does not guarantee a full range of housing options for a full range of household types and incomes. The Mount Laurel requirements ought to serve as a prompt for towns to think holistically about their housing supply in general—how much and...