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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit, Upholds New Jersey Housing Law

1/22/2026

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U.S. District Judge Zahid Quraishi dismissed the 27-town lawsuit challenging New Jersey's 2024 affordable housing law for lack of standing.
The court noted that even if the law were struck down, the Mount Laurel Doctrine requires compliance with existing housing obligations.
Adam Gordon of Fair Share Housing Center urges municipalities to move forward, noting that 380 compliant towns have already submitted plans and revisions are due by March 15, 2026.

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U.S. District Judge Zahid Quraishi dismissed the 27-town lawsuit challenging New Jersey's 2024 affordable housing law for lack of standing.
The court noted that even if the law were struck down, the Mount Laurel Doctrine requires compliance with existing housing obligations.
Adam Gordon of Fair Share Housing Center urges municipalities to move forward, noting that 380 compliant towns have already submitted plans and revisions are due by March 15, 2026.