Responsible development which maintains the unique character of Leonia is a must.  With 93% of the current tax burden on our homeowners, it also represents a chance to offload some of that burden in a prudent way on new commercial and retail establishments. Our chance to get this right will come with the redevelopment of the Fort Lee Road and Willow Tree Road corridors.  The Planning Board has already done its work in evaluating and identifying zones for improvement; this committee is mandated with taking that work and moving forward with a plan to redevelop identified areas while respecting the integrity of Leonia.

Mission Statement

Responsible redevelopment and revitalization of Leonia to maintain its unique character

⮚ INCREASE RATABLES : Introduce prudent commercial, service and retail development that will contribute to the tax base.
⮚ LEVERAGE RT 80 & I -95 GATEWAY: With thousands of cars heading to GWB daily, our opportunity is to leverage this gateway with the redevelopment of the Fort Lee Road and Willow Tree Road corridors.
⮚ REFINE ZONING: The Planning Board has already done its work in evaluating and identifying zones for improvement. Note: Zone definitions have been refined for clarity.
⮚ MAINTAIN TOWN INTEGRITY : Redevelop identified areas while respecting the voice of our residents and the integrity of Leonia.

All the above is to be guided by these principles which means any project must adhere (as much as possible).

REPP-CVTS
RESTORING * ENHANCING * PRESERVING * PROTECTING LEONIA’S CHARACTER * VALUES * TRADITIONS * SMALL TOWN QUALITY OF LIFE

Committee Members

MACORR Presentation Recordings

Documents

August 17, 2026 Presentation
April 24, 2025 Presentation
May 9, 2024 Presentation
October 30, 2024 Presentation
November 18, 2024 Presentation - Phase I Proposed Zoning
2023 Redevelopment Plan
Leonia Comprehensive Master Plan

2020 Master Plan Re-Examination Report
2019 Alternative Bicycle Routes Plan
2015 Area in Need of Redevelopment Study
2013 Sustainability Plan
2002 Master Plan