New Jersey is seeing incredible progress on affordable housing. Join us next month for a Webinar on how NJ's landmark new affordable housing law is working in practice, with insights from state & local leaders. Register now to reserve your spot: bit.ly/4vXeeVs

Today, @mikiesherrill.bsky.social (& Jeopardy champ @feathersmcg.bsky.social!) announced a wide-ranging Executive Order to address the housing crisis and help maximize the impact of NJ’s newly-strengthened Mount Laurel framework. Read our press statement: myemail.constantcontact.com/Press-Statem...

“We are done waiting for wealthy suburbs to voluntarily open their gates. We need state-level intervention to tear down the paper walls of exclusionary zoning.”

NJ’s racial wealth gap is rooted in housing policy. In a new op-ed, NJ NAACP's Richard Smith explains how exclusionary zoning drives segregation — and why NJ's #YIGBY ("Yes In God's Back Yard") bill is a critical step to empower faith communities to build affordable homes.

The housing crisis didn’t happen by accident — it was shaped by decades of exclusionary zoning & policy choices that limited the supply of affordable homes. In this new op-ed, Rev. Eric Dobson spells out how NJ's "Yes In God’s Backyard" bill can help break down barriers to affordable housing:

Starting May 1, a new law caps rental application fees at $50. New guidance from @newjerseyoag.bsky.social makes clear this cap applies to all application-related costs. Learn more about this positive step toward a fairer, more transparent rental market: www.nj.com/news/2026/04...

New Jersey renters are tired of paying too much for housing and being squeezed by hidden and bogus rental fees. We're leading a bipartisan call for federal action by FTC—and reminding everyone in the meantime that we’ll vigorously enforce our own law that shields tenants from excessive fees.

If you replicate what is happening in Princeton thousands of times over, you begin to understand why the country is in a housing crisis. Sophie Mann-Shafir reports on the heated battle over a housing development in Princeton. https://bit.ly/4t3Rtxv

A new article in @thenation.com on a small-but-influential group opposing affordable housing shows exactly why NJ’s Mount Laurel framework is so important. “Defend historic Princeton… it’s Make America Great Again,” said Adam Gordon. “It’s this romantic vision of a past that didn’t really exist.”

We’re hiring! We're looking for a Staff Attorney to join our team fighting for housing justice. If you’re a mission-driven attorney ready to take on exclusionary zoning and advance civil rights, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more and apply: fairsharehousing.bamboohr.com/careers/39

Outdated exclusionary zoning laws are still holding back NJ's progress on affordable housing. Senator @troysingletonnj.bsky.social's "Yes In God's Back Yard" bill takes them on—unlocking faith-based & nonprofit properties to strengthen the Mount Laurel Doctrine's impact: www.nj.com/opinion/2026...

“Today, more than 400,000 New Jerseyans live in homes created through the Mt. Laurel doctrine.” Zoning reform alone doesnt assure housing affordability. It doesnt even assure new market rate housing actually gets built. If you’re serious about producing new housing, learn about Mt Laurel.

Mount Laurel Doctrine (& @feathersmcg.bsky.social) FTW! Unlike New York, New Jersey *requires* every municipality to create its fair share of affordable homes—and a new law gives it real teeth. Many other states could benefit from a framework like New Jersey's: statecourtreport.org/our-work/ana...

A new @rpa.org report shows New Jersey vastly outpacing neighboring regions in both affordable housing & overall housing production — thanks to NJ's Mount Laurel Doctrine. Neighboring areas without a fair share system have experienced faster housing cost increases and worsening overcrowding.

Montvale — yes, the same town that led a failed lawsuit to block NJ’s affordable housing law — is now trying to make its largest redevelopment site a home for environmentally destructive technology instead of homes for actual people. We're fighting back — learn more: www.nj.com/bergen/2026/...

New Jersey's groundbreaking affordable housing law is delivering results. The vast majority of municipalities are now creating new affordable homes — and many are using smart redevelopment strategies to integrate and revitalize communities. Today's @washingtonpost.com takes a closer look:

“Housing affordability” can’t just be a slogan—it requires real investment. Following Gov. Sherrill's budget address, NJ must follow through by fully funding the Affordable Housing Trust Fund & expanding the First-Gen Homebuyers program. Read our statement: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...

NJ's leaders must act now to prevent evictions & homelessness. Today we released our 2026 Policy Agenda outlining 8 steps lawmakers should take right away — strengthening tenant protections, reforming zoning laws, and expanding housing funding. Learn more: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...

Montvale lost in court trying to overturn NJ’s affordable housing law. Now, the town just signed an agreement with a developer allowing it to build *massive data center* w/ special tax breaks, instead of affordable homes. We're fighting back — read all about it: fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...

In a new op-ed for @nj.com, our ED Adam Gordon lays out why state leaders should build on NJ's landmark affordable housing law — by expanding housing funding, reforming zoning laws, and strengthening tenant protections. After last week’s SCOTUS win, the moment is now. www.nj.com/opinion/2026...

Big news: The U.S. Supreme Court just REJECTED an emergency appeal attempting to block NJ’s landmark new affordable housing law — which requires every municipality to create its fair share of new affordable homes. Learn more in our press release: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...

Gov. Sherrill's housing report builds on NJ’s Mount Laurel framework & lays out steps to lower costs: protect the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, redevelop stranded assets into homes, reform zoning laws, and strengthen tenant protections. Read our press release: fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...

What does the Mount Laurel Doctrine look like in real life? For Sean and his family, it means independence, stability, and community at Project Freedom. To learn more read our latest blog: www.fairsharehousing.org/project-free...

“New Jersey’s affordable housing law gives towns a lot of flexibility to create new homes in a wide variety of ways that strengthen their local economies — and the vast majority of towns are already doing just that,” said Josh Bauers of Fair Share Housing Center. www.northjersey.com/story/news/n...

What does “Not In My Backyard” mean for families seeking safe, affordable housing? We spoke with the Devlins about their son’s home at Freedom Village—and how inclusive housing makes communities stronger.

Today, a federal appeals court denied an emergency request to halt NJ’s affordable housing law. Once again, courts at every level have upheld the Mount Laurel Doctrine — and the vast majority of towns are moving forward with creating affordable homes. Read more: fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...

There’s growing consensus across New Jersey that zoning reforms and increased affordable housing production are essential to addressing our state's affordability crisis. Kudos to Tenafly Mayor Mark Zinna for his steadfast support for affordable housing: newjerseyglobe.com/local/zinna-...

Update: This evening's event will now be held virtually, from 6pm-8pm. Join us for a riveting discussion about the state of affordable housing in New Jersey — register here: njpac-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Vacant office parks and shopping centers shouldn’t sit empty while so many New Jersey families struggle to find homes. To maximize NJ's recent progress on affordable housing, we need to shake up business as usual and make it easier to convert buildings into mixed-use, affordable housing. Read more:

Next Tuesday, join us in Newark for an enlightening discussion with leading luminaries on affordable housing in New Jersey. The evening includes a documentary screening and opens with a poem by Newark’s inaugural poet laureate, Mia X. Register here for this free event: njpac.org/event/a-roof...

A federal judge just rejected another attempt by wealthy towns to block New Jersey’s affordable housing law. Courts have been crystal clear—the law is here to stay. And it’s delivering results: 380+ municipalities now have compliant housing plans, far more than ever before. See our press release:

Affordability was a key theme as Gov. Mikie Sherrill was sworn in today. Housing is central to that challenge. We look forward to working with the new administration to build on recent progress and expand access to affordable homes. Read our press release: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...

Project Freedom has expanded supportive housing across NJ thanks to the Mount Laurel Doctrine, which requires every municipality to create affordable housing. This requirement helps build inclusive communities—benefiting families like the Devlins and many others statewide.

New Jersey’s new affordable housing law is proving the naysayers wrong. Today we announced that 380 municipalities now have compliant housing plans — an unprecedented level of participation in NJ's affordable housing process. Learn more in our press release:

Some good news: The NJ Senate passed A4841/S3759 today, strengthening protections against discrimination by landlords based on the source of rent payments — for example, ensuring landlords don't refuse payments because they come from a housing voucher. The bill is now headed to Gov. Murphy's desk.

New @nj.com op-ed: The choices made in NJ's lame duck session could decide whether thousands stay housed — or face eviction. Fair Share Housing Center's Al-Tariq Witcher urges lawmakers to expand housing funding, reform outdated zoning laws, and strengthen tenant protections:

Thanks to New Jersey's new law strengthening the Mount Laurel Doctrine, many more municipalities are creating affordable homes than ever before. "It’s not going to solve all of our housing problems, but it’s really stronger than any other state’s affordable housing requirements."

As other states look to address the housing crisis, many of them — from California to Massachusetts to Texas — are increasingly incorporating elements of New Jersey's Mount Laurel Doctrine: www.nytimes.com/2025/11/20/b...

NLIHC Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Trump-Vance Administration Restrictions That Threaten Proven Solutions to Homelessness: https://nlihc.org/news/nlihc-challenges-unlawful-administration-restrictions-threaten-proven-solutions-homelessness

We are mourning the passing of Bishop Jackson. He was a leader in the fight to end Regional Contribution Agreements, insisting every town do its fair share, and a steadfast supporter of our work in NJ. His legacy in the fight for housing justice lives on. newjerseyglobe.com/in-memoriam/...

The data is clear. Eviction right to counsel would help tens of thousands of people avoid displacement each year & save New Jersey more money than it would cost. Read our latest report, "The Estimated Fiscal Impact of an Eviction Right to Counsel," to learn more: https://bit.ly/43yXKXd

Today, Gov.-Elect Sherrill appointed our executive director, Adam Gordon, to her Transition Team. "With housing costs at record highs and federal funding cuts threatening thousands of families with eviction and homelessness, now is the moment for urgent, ambitious leadership," said Gordon.

We are very lucky in NJ to have @fairsharehousing.bsky.social, which scrutinizes municipal fair share plans around the state, and sues the municipalities that screw around with their housing plans. thepressgroup.net/montvale-par...

A pretty good state housing agenda to meet the urgency of the housing crisis! Housing has long been primary purview of feds & locals. But there is a lot we know states can do. Its a matter of political will.

People taking the expressway to attend the New Jersey State League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City might notice our billboard calling on Gov. Murphy & state legislators to FULLY restore the money diverted from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund! Join us in taking action at HouseNJ.org

I love this so much it hurts.

Today, 158 orgs sent a letter to Gov.-Elect @mikiesherrill.bsky.social urging her to prioritize housing justice. Amid soaring costs & devastating federal cuts, we need bold policies to protect tenants & expand affordable homes. Learn more & read the letter: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...

Excellent news from Connecticut! Their housing bill builds on the success of New Jersey's experience — requiring most of the state's municipalities to create housing plans that include a certain amount of affordable housing based on regional needs.

Honoring @repbonnie.bsky.social, a true champion for housing justice. As a NJ legislator, she ended Regional Contribution Agreements that let rich towns dodge affordable housing. In Congress, she’s tirelessly fought for fair housing & civil rights for all. watsoncoleman.house.gov/newsroom/pre...

Congratulations to Gov.-Elect @repsherrill.bsky.social! NJ voters want bold action on housing — protecting tenants, expanding affordable housing, and reforming outdated zoning laws. We look forward to working with the new administration to make housing a top priority from day one. Our statement: