The Borough of Raritan sought assistance with creating a Sustainable Economic Development Plan to help maintain and expand existing employment and economic activity in the Downtown.
This project resulted in the creation of the Downtown Raritan Vision Plan, Downtown Redevelopment Plan and an Implementation Toolbox. The Plan is a 10-year economic, land-use and multi-modal vision for Downtown Raritan. The documents were created through extensive community engagement.
The Vision Plan presents a people-centered approach to economic development, with the goal of advancing projects that support both existing and new residents. It calls for creating inclusive public spaces that welcome people of all ages and abilities; for new development that respects the community’s character; and strengthening the Borough’s relations with existing and future businesses.
The Redevelopment Plan provides the regulatory framework necessary to implement many of the Vision Plan’s recommendations.
The Implementation Toolbox will help guide the Borough and partners in implementing the Vision Plan. It includes specific action items and steps for completing them.