Township of Hardyston AH-2 Affordable Housing Overlay District Development Ordinance 2026-06
Township of HardystonCity · Hardyston, NJ- Due
- Mar 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jane Bakalarczyk
The 30-second brief
The Township of Hardyston has adopted Ordinance #2026-06 to establish the AH-2 Affordable Housing Overlay District on Block 67, Lot 16.03 and Block 67.05, Lot 1 (known as Indian Field Commercial). This zoning amendment incentivizes the development of multi-family inclusionary dwelling units and mixed-use buildings to meet the Township's Fourth Round affordable housing obligations. The ordinance mandates a 20% affordable housing set-aside with specific income tier distributions (very-low, low, and moderate) and a 40-year affordability control period. Development standards include a maximum density of 6 units per acre, maximum building heights of 35-50 feet, and specific setback/bulk requirements for apartment buildings, garden apartments, and attached single-family housing. The ordinance was introduced on February 25, 2026, and adopted on March 11, 2026.
Preliminary site plan approval documentation, Affordable housing deed restrictions, Recapture mortgage lien and note
Compliance with AH-2 District bulk requirements, FHA/UHAC affordable housing regulations, and Township Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
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Summary
The Township of Hardyston has adopted Ordinance #2026-06 to establish the AH-2 Affordable Housing Overlay District on Block 67, Lot 16.03 and Block 67.05, Lot 1 (known as Indian Field Commercial).
This zoning amendment incentivizes the development of multi-family inclusionary dwelling units and mixed-use buildings to meet the Township's Fourth Round affordable housing obligations. The ordinance mandates a 20% affordable housing set-aside with specific income tier distributions (very-low, low, and moderate) and a 40-year affordability control period. Development standards include a maximum density of 6 units per acre, maximum building heights of 35-50 feet, and specific setback/bulk requirements for apartment buildings, garden apartments, and attached single-family housing. The ordinance was introduced on February 25, 2026, and adopted on March 11, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Compliance with AH-2 District bulk requirements
- FHA/UHAC affordable housing regulations
- Township Housing Element and Fair Share Plan
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Preliminary site plan approval documentation
- Affordable housing deed restrictions
- Recapture mortgage lien and note
- Submit to
- Municipal Building, 149 Wheatsworth Road, Hardyston, New Jersey
- Scope location
- Hardyston, NJ
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Township of Hardyston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 11, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Municipal Building, 149 Wheatsworth Road, Hardyston, New Jersey. For questions, contact Jane Bakalarczyk.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Township of Hardyston in NJ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jane Bakalarczyk. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Preliminary site plan approval documentation, Affordable housing deed restrictions, Recapture mortgage lien and note. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Compliance with AH-2 District bulk requirements, FHA/UHAC affordable housing regulations, and Township Housing Element and Fair Share Plan" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Township of Hardyston?
All active and historical solicitations from Township of Hardyston are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Township of Hardyston regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Township of Hardyston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hardyston, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.