Writings by Donald M. Pepe

Donald M. Pepe devotes his practice to all aspects of complex real estate development and real estate transactional work with an emphasis on retail and residential development.

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Is Your Rental Covered Under New Jersey’s New Transient Accommodations Law?

Gov. Phil Murphy Recently Signed Legislation into Law that Amends New Jersey’s Regulations Governing Transient Accommodations On August 9, 2019, Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation into law that amends the State’s regulations governing transient accommodations. The amendments change which rentals are subject to Sales Tax, the State Occupancy Fee, and other applicable taxes and fees, […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

October 23, 2019

New Jersey

Gov. Phil Murphy Announces Plan to Redevelop NJ Transit Stations

Gov. Phil Murphy Recently Announced that the State’s Economic Development Authority Will Partner with NJ Transit to Redevelop Land Surrounding NJ Transit Stations Gov. Phil Murphy recently announced that the state’s Economic Development Authority will partner with NJ Transit to redevelop land surrounding New Jersey’s train stations. The new initiative should result in many new opportunities […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

October 14, 2019

The State of Short-Term Rentals in New Jersey

Short-Term Rentals in New Jersey and the Regulations that Govern Them are Becoming Increasingly Controversial Short-term rentals and the regulations that govern them are becoming increasingly controversial in New Jersey. For homeowners and investors, the ability to rent out properties via sites like Airbnb can be extremely lucrative, particularly in towns on the Jersey Shore […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

September 6, 2019

New Jersey

Jersey City Moving Forward with Inclusionary Zoning

Jersey City is Moving Forward with Adopting an Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance. However, it will First Have to Resolve the Differences Between Two Competing Affordable Housing Proposals… Jersey City is moving forward with adopting an inclusionary zoning ordinance. However, it will first have to resolve the differences between two competing affordable housing proposals. Affordable Housing Plan […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

June 7, 2019

How to Develop in a Jersey City Inclusionary Zone

Jersey City is Currently Considering the Adoption of an Inclusionary Zone Ordinance, Which Would Require Developers to Build New Affordable Housing Units as Part of New Residential Projects Jersey City is currently considering the adoption of an inclusionary zone ordinance, which would require developers to build new affordable housing units as part of new residential […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

June 6, 2019

What to Know About an Inclusionary Zone?

An Inclusionary Zone is an Affordable Housing Tool That Ties the Creation of Affordable Housing to the Creation of Market-rate Housing In response to concerns that lower‐income residents are being priced out, Jersey City is the latest municipality to consider the adoption of an inclusionary zoning ordinance. If enacted, it would require developers to set […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

June 5, 2019

New Jersey

Will the Federal Government Regulate Sports Betting in 2019?

The Federal Government is Looking to get Back in the Business of Regulating Sports Betting… The federal government is looking to get back in the business of regulating sports betting in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court striking down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA). The Sports Wagering Market Integrity Act of 2018 […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

December 26, 2018

SCOTUS

Online Sports Betting Kicks Off in New Jersey

Online sports betting kicked off in New Jersey just in time for the new NFL season. Four online sportsbooks are currently operating in the state and that number could reach twenty by the end of 2018.

Author: Donald M. Pepe

September 14, 2018

New Jersey

What Does Assembly Bill No 4587 Mean For Airbnb?

NJ Assembly Passes Bill No 4587 to Tax Short-Term Rentals The New Jersey Assembly recently passed legislation that would impose taxes on “transient space marketplaces” like Airbnb. The bill, Assembly Bill No 4587, now heads to the state Senate. According to Airbnb, approximately 6,000 New Jersey “hosts” earned more than $50 million last year. Nonetheless, an increasing […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

June 29, 2017

How Will This Recent Decision Impact New Jersey Tax Abatement Programs?

Third Circuit Decision To Affect New Jersey Tax Abatement Programs A recent decision by the Third Circuit Court of Appeals reinstates a legal challenge to Jersey City’s tax abatement ordinance, which requires developers of certain privately-funded projects to sign a project labor agreement (PLA). How will this impact New Jersey tax abatement programs?The suit maintains that […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

October 11, 2016

What Documents Are Needed in Starting a Red Bank Business?

What Documents Are Required to Start a Red Bank Business? When forming a new business, there is a lot of paperwork. Many of the documents and contracts are required by the New Jersey Secretary of State, while others are simply good practice. Filing Requirements For sole proprietors and partnerships, the filing requirements are fairly limited. […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

April 25, 2016

Red Bank Sign Ordinance Stifling Business Growth?

The Red Bank sign ordinance is currently undergoing an overhaul. The municipality is looking to balance the competing interests of attracting new businesses and protecting the character of the historic borough. Most New Jersey municipalities have sign ordinances that dictate the type, location, and size of signage. The goals of local regulations generally include protecting the […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

March 14, 2016

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