Master Plan Re-Examination Report

The Hopewell Township 2026 Master Plan Reexamination Report reviews the Township's adopted Master Plan, amendments, and associated development regulations. The report analyzes the plan's policies and assesses their alignment with current conditions, including economic, demographic, and environmental factors. It also incorporates changes in State, County, and municipal policies. The report recommends specific changes to the Master Plan and Land Development Regulations to address current and future planning objectives, with emphasis on affordable housing and the requirements of the amended Fair Housing Act. It recommends consideration for overlay zoning for inclusionary affordable housing and higher density development.