Fair Share Housing Center
@fairsharehousing.bsky.social
We're a nonprofit advocacy organization that uses legal, policy, and community-building strategies to fight for housing justice in New Jersey and beyond.
www.fairsharehousing.org
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Honoring @repbonnie.bsky.social, a true champion for housing justice.
As a NJ legislator, she ended Regional Contribution Agreements that let rich towns dodge affordable housing. In Congress, she’s tirelessly fought for fair housing & civil rights for all.
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As a NJ legislator, she ended Regional Contribution Agreements that let rich towns dodge affordable housing. In Congress, she’s tirelessly fought for fair housing & civil rights for all.
watsoncoleman.house.gov/newsroom/pre...
REP. WATSON COLEMAN WILL NOT RUN FOR RE-ELECTION
The Official U.S. Congressional website of Bonnie Watson Coleman
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November 12, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Honoring @repbonnie.bsky.social, a true champion for housing justice.
As a NJ legislator, she ended Regional Contribution Agreements that let rich towns dodge affordable housing. In Congress, she’s tirelessly fought for fair housing & civil rights for all.
watsoncoleman.house.gov/newsroom/pre...
As a NJ legislator, she ended Regional Contribution Agreements that let rich towns dodge affordable housing. In Congress, she’s tirelessly fought for fair housing & civil rights for all.
watsoncoleman.house.gov/newsroom/pre...
Congratulations to Gov.-Elect @repsherrill.bsky.social!
NJ voters want bold action on housing — protecting tenants, expanding affordable housing, and reforming outdated zoning laws.
We look forward to working with the new administration to make housing a top priority from day one.
Our statement:
NJ voters want bold action on housing — protecting tenants, expanding affordable housing, and reforming outdated zoning laws.
We look forward to working with the new administration to make housing a top priority from day one.
Our statement:
November 5, 2025 at 3:14 AM
Congratulations to Gov.-Elect @repsherrill.bsky.social!
NJ voters want bold action on housing — protecting tenants, expanding affordable housing, and reforming outdated zoning laws.
We look forward to working with the new administration to make housing a top priority from day one.
Our statement:
NJ voters want bold action on housing — protecting tenants, expanding affordable housing, and reforming outdated zoning laws.
We look forward to working with the new administration to make housing a top priority from day one.
Our statement:
NJ’s new law strengthening the Mount Laurel Doctrine is working.
Towns like South Orange & Maplewood are showing how affordable homes can invigorate local economies. Learn about how these towns' housing plans are meeting their communities' unique needs:
Towns like South Orange & Maplewood are showing how affordable homes can invigorate local economies. Learn about how these towns' housing plans are meeting their communities' unique needs:
South Orange, Maplewood Face Affordable Housing Challenges with Commitment, Creativity - The Village Green
Leaders in both progressive towns see New Jersey’s affordable housing mandates not only as a moral obligation but also an equity issue.
villagegreennj.com
November 3, 2025 at 7:15 PM
NJ’s new law strengthening the Mount Laurel Doctrine is working.
Towns like South Orange & Maplewood are showing how affordable homes can invigorate local economies. Learn about how these towns' housing plans are meeting their communities' unique needs:
Towns like South Orange & Maplewood are showing how affordable homes can invigorate local economies. Learn about how these towns' housing plans are meeting their communities' unique needs:
South Jersey: Join us tomorrow at 12pm in Camden for this free training to learn about voter information and mobilization resources, how to build more power in our communities, and to celebrate local community organizing wins.
Learn more & register: www.mobilize.us/wtp/event/85...
Learn more & register: www.mobilize.us/wtp/event/85...
South Jersey/Camden Community Civic Action Session · We the People NJ
We the People NJ & Partners Present: South Jersey/Camden Community Civic Action Session
Our Commuity, Our Voice, Our Vote!
In this training you will:
- Learn about voter information and mobilization...
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October 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
South Jersey: Join us tomorrow at 12pm in Camden for this free training to learn about voter information and mobilization resources, how to build more power in our communities, and to celebrate local community organizing wins.
Learn more & register: www.mobilize.us/wtp/event/85...
Learn more & register: www.mobilize.us/wtp/event/85...
We opposed Cranbury’s attempt to seize the Henry Farm — and today we reached a path forward to remove the site from their housing plan. We appreciate the township’s cooperation and look forward to working together on fair, realistic housing solutions.
www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
Press Statement: Fair Share Housing Center Reaches Tentative Agreement With Cranbury to End Eminent Domain Plan - Fair Share Housing Center
Statement from Executive Director Adam Gordon:
www.fairsharehousing.org
October 23, 2025 at 4:58 PM
We opposed Cranbury’s attempt to seize the Henry Farm — and today we reached a path forward to remove the site from their housing plan. We appreciate the township’s cooperation and look forward to working together on fair, realistic housing solutions.
www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
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Friday's workshop "Making Mount Laurel Work" will be moderated by Randi Moore, AHA CEO, with NJ Sen. @troysingletonnj.bsky.social, @fairsharehousing.bsky.social's Crystal Charley, NJDCA's Kimberly El-Sadek, & Morris Habitat's Liz DeCoursey.
ALMOST SOLD OUT! Register NOW: hcdnnj.org/network-conf...
ALMOST SOLD OUT! Register NOW: hcdnnj.org/network-conf...
October 21, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Friday's workshop "Making Mount Laurel Work" will be moderated by Randi Moore, AHA CEO, with NJ Sen. @troysingletonnj.bsky.social, @fairsharehousing.bsky.social's Crystal Charley, NJDCA's Kimberly El-Sadek, & Morris Habitat's Liz DeCoursey.
ALMOST SOLD OUT! Register NOW: hcdnnj.org/network-conf...
ALMOST SOLD OUT! Register NOW: hcdnnj.org/network-conf...
Our Director of External Affairs, Tariq Witcher, is speaking at the Housing Justice Summit at @law.rutgers.edu next Friday — a powerful gathering on tenant rights, housing equity, and affordable housing.
Join us: events.law.rutgers.edu/event/housin...
#HousingJusticeSummit25
Join us: events.law.rutgers.edu/event/housin...
#HousingJusticeSummit25
October 17, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Our Director of External Affairs, Tariq Witcher, is speaking at the Housing Justice Summit at @law.rutgers.edu next Friday — a powerful gathering on tenant rights, housing equity, and affordable housing.
Join us: events.law.rutgers.edu/event/housin...
#HousingJusticeSummit25
Join us: events.law.rutgers.edu/event/housin...
#HousingJusticeSummit25
A small group of wealthy towns tried to overturn New Jersey's landmark affordable housing law — and lost.
Thanks to the law, many more of NJ's municipalities are creating affordable housing than ever before.
Learn more in this informative piece by @njspotlightnews.org's @colleenodea.bsky.social:
Thanks to the law, many more of NJ's municipalities are creating affordable housing than ever before.
Learn more in this informative piece by @njspotlightnews.org's @colleenodea.bsky.social:
Affordable housing process survives NJ court challenge | NJ Spotlight News
Judge dismisses claims by towns looking to avoid state plan for low-cost housing
www.njspotlightnews.org
October 15, 2025 at 4:44 PM
A small group of wealthy towns tried to overturn New Jersey's landmark affordable housing law — and lost.
Thanks to the law, many more of NJ's municipalities are creating affordable housing than ever before.
Learn more in this informative piece by @njspotlightnews.org's @colleenodea.bsky.social:
Thanks to the law, many more of NJ's municipalities are creating affordable housing than ever before.
Learn more in this informative piece by @njspotlightnews.org's @colleenodea.bsky.social:
Building upon the Mt. Laurel Doctrine, responses from recent poll show NJ Voters support comprehensive housing reform #morehousingoptions #zoningreform #greathomesforallNJ
October 9, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Building upon the Mt. Laurel Doctrine, responses from recent poll show NJ Voters support comprehensive housing reform #morehousingoptions #zoningreform #greathomesforallNJ
Last month, we celebrated 50 years of Fair Share Housing Center at Cultivating an Inclusive New Jersey — a powerful night of community, justice, and connection.
Thank you for showing up, supporting, and believing in a NJ where everyone belongs.
Thank you for showing up, supporting, and believing in a NJ where everyone belongs.
October 7, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Last month, we celebrated 50 years of Fair Share Housing Center at Cultivating an Inclusive New Jersey — a powerful night of community, justice, and connection.
Thank you for showing up, supporting, and believing in a NJ where everyone belongs.
Thank you for showing up, supporting, and believing in a NJ where everyone belongs.
We’re excited to welcome Crystal Charley as Fair Share’s new Policy Manager! A longtime ally and former President of the Southern Burlington County NAACP—a plaintiff in the Mount Laurel case—Crystal brings deep experience in policy, advocacy, and community engagement.
October 2, 2025 at 6:49 PM
We’re excited to welcome Crystal Charley as Fair Share’s new Policy Manager! A longtime ally and former President of the Southern Burlington County NAACP—a plaintiff in the Mount Laurel case—Crystal brings deep experience in policy, advocacy, and community engagement.
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Every New Jersey resident should have the freedom to live in a home they can afford. That’s why Assembly Democrats fought for a new law that makes sure we have enough housing available for families. Yesterday’s ruling is a welcome development. Read more here from @fairsharehousing.bsky.social
Lawsuit Attempting to Block NJ’s Affordable Housing Law Dismissed With Prejudice - Fair Share Housing Center
Today, Mercer County Superior Court Judge Robert T. Lougy dismissed with prejudice a lawsuit attempting to overturn New Jersey’s landmark new affordable
www.fairsharehousing.org
October 1, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Every New Jersey resident should have the freedom to live in a home they can afford. That’s why Assembly Democrats fought for a new law that makes sure we have enough housing available for families. Yesterday’s ruling is a welcome development. Read more here from @fairsharehousing.bsky.social
Good news: Today, a judge dismissed the lawsuit trying to overturn NJ’s landmark new affordable housing law.
While a few wealthy towns waste taxpayer $$ fighting affordable homes, the vast majority of towns are embracing the law & building stronger communities: fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
While a few wealthy towns waste taxpayer $$ fighting affordable homes, the vast majority of towns are embracing the law & building stronger communities: fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
September 30, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Good news: Today, a judge dismissed the lawsuit trying to overturn NJ’s landmark new affordable housing law.
While a few wealthy towns waste taxpayer $$ fighting affordable homes, the vast majority of towns are embracing the law & building stronger communities: fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
While a few wealthy towns waste taxpayer $$ fighting affordable homes, the vast majority of towns are embracing the law & building stronger communities: fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
We all know New Jersey is at a crossroads. What does it mean for our education and housing policies?
Join us at Princeton on Oct. 15 for a thought-provoking discussion with leading luminaries.
Attendance is free, but space is limited. Register here: tinyurl.com/CrossroadsNJ...
Join us at Princeton on Oct. 15 for a thought-provoking discussion with leading luminaries.
Attendance is free, but space is limited. Register here: tinyurl.com/CrossroadsNJ...
September 26, 2025 at 1:47 PM
We all know New Jersey is at a crossroads. What does it mean for our education and housing policies?
Join us at Princeton on Oct. 15 for a thought-provoking discussion with leading luminaries.
Attendance is free, but space is limited. Register here: tinyurl.com/CrossroadsNJ...
Join us at Princeton on Oct. 15 for a thought-provoking discussion with leading luminaries.
Attendance is free, but space is limited. Register here: tinyurl.com/CrossroadsNJ...
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Excited to join @staciberger.bsky.social, Adam Gordon @fairsharehousing.bsky.social, Bob Kim @edlawcenter.bsky.social & Jesselly De La Cruz Latino Action Foundation Network on Oct. 15 for 4th Crossroads NJ Conversation to discuss solutions for New Jersey’s housing, land use, & education challenges.
The Future of Housing and Education in New Jersey
Join us on October 15 at Princeton University for a powerful panel on housing and education—part of the 2025 Crossroads NJ Conversations.
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September 25, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Excited to join @staciberger.bsky.social, Adam Gordon @fairsharehousing.bsky.social, Bob Kim @edlawcenter.bsky.social & Jesselly De La Cruz Latino Action Foundation Network on Oct. 15 for 4th Crossroads NJ Conversation to discuss solutions for New Jersey’s housing, land use, & education challenges.
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“Today, more than 400,000 New Jerseyans live in homes created through the Mount Laurel doctrine. Fifty years after the original ruling, it stands as one of the most durable and impactful examples of state constitutional law being used to confront structural inequality.”
50 years ago, NJ’s Supreme Court ruled every town must create its fair share of affordable homes.
Today, that framework is stronger than ever — and a national model.
For @statecourtreport.org, @jagdavies.bsky.social explores NJ's lessons for other U.S. states: statecourtreport.org/our-work/ana...
Today, that framework is stronger than ever — and a national model.
For @statecourtreport.org, @jagdavies.bsky.social explores NJ's lessons for other U.S. states: statecourtreport.org/our-work/ana...
Mount Laurel at 50: New Jersey’s Blueprint for Dismantling Residential Segregation
Fifty years ago, the New Jersey Supreme Court created a groundbreaking affordable housing framework. A new law gives it real teeth.
statecourtreport.org
September 22, 2025 at 9:01 PM
“Today, more than 400,000 New Jerseyans live in homes created through the Mount Laurel doctrine. Fifty years after the original ruling, it stands as one of the most durable and impactful examples of state constitutional law being used to confront structural inequality.”
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The fourth and fi nal Crossroads NJ Conversation is on Wednesday, October 15. Join leading experts in housing and education policy for this last conversation in the series.
Free registration: tinyurl.com/CrossroadsNJ2025-4
#CrossroadsNJ2025
Free registration: tinyurl.com/CrossroadsNJ2025-4
#CrossroadsNJ2025
September 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM
The fourth and fi nal Crossroads NJ Conversation is on Wednesday, October 15. Join leading experts in housing and education policy for this last conversation in the series.
Free registration: tinyurl.com/CrossroadsNJ2025-4
#CrossroadsNJ2025
Free registration: tinyurl.com/CrossroadsNJ2025-4
#CrossroadsNJ2025
50 years ago, NJ’s Supreme Court ruled every town must create its fair share of affordable homes.
Today, that framework is stronger than ever — and a national model.
For @statecourtreport.org, @jagdavies.bsky.social explores NJ's lessons for other U.S. states: statecourtreport.org/our-work/ana...
Today, that framework is stronger than ever — and a national model.
For @statecourtreport.org, @jagdavies.bsky.social explores NJ's lessons for other U.S. states: statecourtreport.org/our-work/ana...
Mount Laurel at 50: New Jersey’s Blueprint for Dismantling Residential Segregation
Fifty years ago, the New Jersey Supreme Court created a groundbreaking affordable housing framework. A new law gives it real teeth.
statecourtreport.org
September 22, 2025 at 6:27 PM
50 years ago, NJ’s Supreme Court ruled every town must create its fair share of affordable homes.
Today, that framework is stronger than ever — and a national model.
For @statecourtreport.org, @jagdavies.bsky.social explores NJ's lessons for other U.S. states: statecourtreport.org/our-work/ana...
Today, that framework is stronger than ever — and a national model.
For @statecourtreport.org, @jagdavies.bsky.social explores NJ's lessons for other U.S. states: statecourtreport.org/our-work/ana...
Earlier this month, Passaic passed a new law that caps rent increases at 3% and ends vacancy decontrol.
Read more about the tremendous work by tenant organizers & @maketheroadnj.bsky.social to protect Passaic's residents from displacement and homelessness: www.nj.com/news/2025/09...
Read more about the tremendous work by tenant organizers & @maketheroadnj.bsky.social to protect Passaic's residents from displacement and homelessness: www.nj.com/news/2025/09...
This N.J. city just took an important step to keep rents from skyrocketing
Passaic's new rent control ordinance cuts maximum annual increases in half and eliminates a loophole that allowed landlords to dramatically raise rents when tenants moved out.
www.nj.com
September 15, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Earlier this month, Passaic passed a new law that caps rent increases at 3% and ends vacancy decontrol.
Read more about the tremendous work by tenant organizers & @maketheroadnj.bsky.social to protect Passaic's residents from displacement and homelessness: www.nj.com/news/2025/09...
Read more about the tremendous work by tenant organizers & @maketheroadnj.bsky.social to protect Passaic's residents from displacement and homelessness: www.nj.com/news/2025/09...
Just 1 week away! Join us Sept 18 for Cultivating an Inclusive NJ — our 50th anniversary grand finale! Food, drinks, live music & powerful community connection. Tickets going fast — get yours now!
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September 10, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Just 1 week away! Join us Sept 18 for Cultivating an Inclusive NJ — our 50th anniversary grand finale! Food, drinks, live music & powerful community connection. Tickets going fast — get yours now!
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One year ago today, legislation (A2280) was signed into law, taking a stand against housing discrimination. Appraisal bias doesn’t just devalue a single home. As Eric Dobson of @fairsharehousing.bsky.social reminds us, it robs minority communities of generational wealth. youtube.com/shorts/WJxXc...
One Year Later: How NJ Took Action Against Housing Discrimination
YouTube video by New Jersey Assembly Democrats
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September 9, 2025 at 7:09 PM
One year ago today, legislation (A2280) was signed into law, taking a stand against housing discrimination. Appraisal bias doesn’t just devalue a single home. As Eric Dobson of @fairsharehousing.bsky.social reminds us, it robs minority communities of generational wealth. youtube.com/shorts/WJxXc...
A long-awaited victory in Hoboken!
In 2012, we sued four developers for failing to provide legally-required affordable units. Now, a judge has ordered: no new luxury leases until affordable units are filled.
@gothamist.com's @mehayes.bsky.social has the details: gothamist.com/news/judge-s...
In 2012, we sued four developers for failing to provide legally-required affordable units. Now, a judge has ordered: no new luxury leases until affordable units are filled.
@gothamist.com's @mehayes.bsky.social has the details: gothamist.com/news/judge-s...
Judge says Hoboken luxury buildings can't rent pricey units until they add affordable ones
Three buildings have charged up to $6,000 a month for units while violating the city’s affordable housing law, according to a judge.
gothamist.com
September 9, 2025 at 3:16 PM
A long-awaited victory in Hoboken!
In 2012, we sued four developers for failing to provide legally-required affordable units. Now, a judge has ordered: no new luxury leases until affordable units are filled.
@gothamist.com's @mehayes.bsky.social has the details: gothamist.com/news/judge-s...
In 2012, we sued four developers for failing to provide legally-required affordable units. Now, a judge has ordered: no new luxury leases until affordable units are filled.
@gothamist.com's @mehayes.bsky.social has the details: gothamist.com/news/judge-s...
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This is what is possible w/ state mandates for inclusion of a fair share of affordable housing, coupled w/ persistent enforcement. Not only inclusion on a building by building level, but town by town.
It doesnt just happen…
It doesnt just happen…
423 NJ towns have filed plans to create their fair share of affordable housing—many more than ever before.
But 16 towns are trying to shirk NJ's affordable housing law—and we just filed challenges to hold them accountable.
Read more in our press release: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
But 16 towns are trying to shirk NJ's affordable housing law—and we just filed challenges to hold them accountable.
Read more in our press release: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
Housing Plan Challenge Deadline: Many of NJ’s Largest Suburbs Adopt Strongest Plans Ever, While A Small Few Attempt to Flaunt Law - Fair Share Housing Center
Record 423 Municipalities Adopt Plans to Meet NJ’s Affordable Housing Requirements — Many More Than Ever Before
www.fairsharehousing.org
September 4, 2025 at 8:13 PM
This is what is possible w/ state mandates for inclusion of a fair share of affordable housing, coupled w/ persistent enforcement. Not only inclusion on a building by building level, but town by town.
It doesnt just happen…
It doesnt just happen…
423 NJ towns have filed plans to create their fair share of affordable housing—many more than ever before.
But 16 towns are trying to shirk NJ's affordable housing law—and we just filed challenges to hold them accountable.
Read more in our press release: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
But 16 towns are trying to shirk NJ's affordable housing law—and we just filed challenges to hold them accountable.
Read more in our press release: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
Housing Plan Challenge Deadline: Many of NJ’s Largest Suburbs Adopt Strongest Plans Ever, While A Small Few Attempt to Flaunt Law - Fair Share Housing Center
Record 423 Municipalities Adopt Plans to Meet NJ’s Affordable Housing Requirements — Many More Than Ever Before
www.fairsharehousing.org
September 3, 2025 at 4:08 PM
423 NJ towns have filed plans to create their fair share of affordable housing—many more than ever before.
But 16 towns are trying to shirk NJ's affordable housing law—and we just filed challenges to hold them accountable.
Read more in our press release: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
But 16 towns are trying to shirk NJ's affordable housing law—and we just filed challenges to hold them accountable.
Read more in our press release: www.fairsharehousing.org/press-releas...
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🎉 VICTORY!
In a unanimous vote, Passaic stabilizes rents at 3% and becomes the 5th city in NJ to eliminate vacancy decontrol! This new housing ordinance will impact more than 10,000 tenants, nearly half of the city’s renter population.
#PassaicTenants #RentersRising
In a unanimous vote, Passaic stabilizes rents at 3% and becomes the 5th city in NJ to eliminate vacancy decontrol! This new housing ordinance will impact more than 10,000 tenants, nearly half of the city’s renter population.
#PassaicTenants #RentersRising
September 3, 2025 at 1:42 AM
🎉 VICTORY!
In a unanimous vote, Passaic stabilizes rents at 3% and becomes the 5th city in NJ to eliminate vacancy decontrol! This new housing ordinance will impact more than 10,000 tenants, nearly half of the city’s renter population.
#PassaicTenants #RentersRising
In a unanimous vote, Passaic stabilizes rents at 3% and becomes the 5th city in NJ to eliminate vacancy decontrol! This new housing ordinance will impact more than 10,000 tenants, nearly half of the city’s renter population.
#PassaicTenants #RentersRising