Jersey City has approved a new five-story residential and commercial development near Berry Lane Park, bringing 96 apartments, retail space, and additional housing options to the city’s Communipaw neighborhood.
New Residential Development Approved
The Jersey City Planning Board approved the project on October 13, 2026, with details reported on October 26.
The development will be located at 213 Pacific Avenue and 176 Halladay Street, on a site covering more than half an acre.
The project, proposed by Pacific Luxury Condominiums LLC, will include 96 apartments, with 10 designated as affordable housing.
Apartments, Retail Space, and Resident Amenities
The five-story building will feature a mix of apartment sizes, including:
- 16 studio apartments
- 68 one-bedroom apartments
- 11 two-bedroom apartments
- One three-bedroom apartment
The development will also include approximately 1,800 square feet of ground-floor retail space, 25 parking spaces for vehicles, and 49 bicycle parking spaces.
Residents will have access to a fitness center, lounge, golf simulator, and rooftop recreational areas.
Sixty apartments are expected to include private balconies.
Ten Apartments Reserved for Affordable Housing
Of the 96 apartments, 10 will be designated as affordable units, representing approximately 10.4% of the development.
The affordable housing component will include four studios, five one-bedroom apartments, and one three-bedroom apartment.
The project adds to ongoing residential development in Jersey City, where housing availability, affordability, and neighborhood growth remain important local issues.
Residents Raise Parking Concerns
During the public review process, a neighborhood resident expressed concern that the development could worsen existing parking difficulties and change the character of the surrounding community.
Despite those objections, the Planning Board approved the application.
The development is located near Berry Lane Park and the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail corridor.
What Happens Next?
The Planning Board’s approval allows the project to move forward through the development process, although a construction start date and completion timeline have not yet been announced.
The proposal reflects continued investment in Jersey City’s housing market while also raising questions about how new development affects existing neighborhoods, parking availability, and affordable housing.
Sources: Jersey Digs, October 26, 2026; Jersey City Planning Board, October 13, 2026; public development application.
By NJ RADAR Team