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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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

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

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

Jersey City Real Estate Tax Credits Lures Major Developers

Jersey City real estate tax credits are enticing many developers from all over to come to the city and create new commercial properties. Jersey City real estate tax credits are helping New Jersey challenge Manhattan in the commercial real estate market. According to a recent NJ.com report, the New Jersey state legislature recently introduced several bills […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

January 29, 2016

A Look at NJ City’s Latest Tax Abatement Policy

Jersey City Mayor Stephen Fulop recently unveiled several important revisions to the city’s popular tax abatement policy. The latest changes reflect a new, comprehensive housing policy objective that seeks to distribute more evenly the benefits of the unprecedented wave of development now taking place in parts of the city. Shortly after taking office in 2013, […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

October 12, 2015

Tax Abatement Attorney in Jersey City, NJ

New Jersey statutes dictate the availability of tax abatements for development projects throughout the state. However, local municipalities still retain a great deal control over the application and approval process. In light of this substantial local discretion, it is advisable to work with a legal team that understands the unique requirements of each municipalities’ local […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

August 19, 2015

Defining False Advertising

False advertising continues to be a problem in our society despite a myriad of laws against it. The primary reason for the difficulty rests with the inventive methods advertisers use to skirt the law. A number of methods produce the same results as false advertising, but either avoid violating the letter of the law or […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

September 16, 2014

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