Trenton Train Station Redevelopment Process Applying the Principles of Successful Transit Oriented Development
The Basics The City of Trenton has designated the area around the train station and has adopted a redevelopment plan for the area Three different developers (Nexus, Matrix, Vista) have been given designations as part of the train station redevelopment process, though two of those designations have lapsed and would need to be renewed by City Council
Redevelopment Plan The City has adopted a Redevelopment Plan for the Train Station area The plan governs the type and size of development that can be built
Linkages Study Created by the City and consultants in 2006 Includes detailed recommendations for specific intersections around the station. The city will continue to use that study to inform planning and design for projects in the vicinity. Recommendations are non binding
Proposals: Nexus Sites: Corner of East State and Chestnut, and Raul Wallenberg between Clinton and Chestnut Two proposed 500,000 sq. ft. office towers
Proposals: Matrix Site: East State between Clinton and Chestnut Proposed office and residential buildings, plus parking
Proposals: Vista Site: Corner of Clinton and Greenwood Has received preliminary approval for a new office tower with first floor retail and a parking garage Will need final approval before construction can begin
Connectivity The Trenton Transit Center provides service to: Philadelphia via SEPTA New York City and North Jersey via NJ Transit s Northeast Corridor Line Camden via NJ Transit s RiverLine Boston, Washington and intermediate points via Amtrak Connects to 9 NJ Transit Bus Routes serving the Greater Mercer County Area Approximately 35 percent of Northeast Corridor riders boarding at Trenton arrived via public transportation/work shuttle
Connectivity Linkages study recommends: Bike lanes on Greenwood/Market
Connectivity Linkages Study recommends: A roundabout at intersection of East State Street, Wallenberg Boulevard, Chestnut Avenue and Wall Street
Connectivity Linkages Study recommends: The intersection of Market Street (Route 33), Barlow Street and Route 1 would be redesigned to allow right turns from southbound Barlow to westbound Market
Connectivity The City of Trenton has received a grant of $118,000 for the removal of the left turn lane at Greenwood and Clinton Avenues
Walkability Recent upgrades by NJ Transit have improved the pedestrian environment immediately surrounding the station According to a survey by the DVRPC, 8% of Northeast Corridor riders who boarded at Trenton arrived at the station on foot or bicycle
Walkability According to the Redevelopment Plan, new development in the Train Station area should promote the development of a walkable neighborhood that seamlessly connects the Train Station district to the surrounding neighborhoods.
Walkability Linkages Study recommends: Improving and better managing sidewalks in the Train Station area
Housing Choices Redevelopment Plan: Encourages the development of the Lee Overalls building at East State and Wall for housing Promotes compact, New Urbanist communities including a variety of housing sizes and types
Housing Choices Preliminarily, two of the three developers have proposed housing components to their plans, though that could change as those plans advance.
Housing Choices Trenton Housing Authority is applying for HOPE VI funding to redevelop Miller Homes Site Pacific Court Townhouses, a HOPE VI project in Jersey City, NJ.
Density Redevelopment Plan states: high density, mixeduse development is encouraged in the train station area. The area is well suited for an increase in population density given its proximity to the Trenton Train Station and the public transportation alternatives offered.
Mix of Uses Redevelopment Plan supports mixed use: Discourages first floor office space on north and south side of East State between Wall and Clinton in favor of pedestrian friendly uses like retail. Allows mix of office, retails and residential for Salvation Army site off of East State Street.
Community Engagement The City formed the Citizen s Advisory Committee in 2008 in response to community concerns about the Train Station Redevelopment Any changes to the redevelopment plan, as well as redesignations of Matrix or Nexus, must be approved by City Council.
Community Engagement Citizen s Advisory Committee will host two more public meetings to provide information and gather input of different aspects of the Train Station Redevelopment Process We want to hear from YOU! Please fill out the feedback forms or contact us directly at:
Community Engagement Don t forget to fill out the feedback forms! Or contact the Citizen s Advisory Committee at: trainstation@trentonnj.org