Jersey City broke ground on the 477-unit West Side Square, which includes two, 13-story towers and 9,814 square feet of ground-level retail space, last week.
By John Heinis/Hudson County View
The project is being built on six lots at 1072 and 1075 West Side Ave., which was once the home of the famous Puccini’s restaurant, which closed in 2015.
“Jersey City’s ideal location paired with an unparalleled range of entertainment and dining options continues to make it one of the most in-demand residential destinations in New Jersey,” Altree Developments President and CEO Zev Mandelbaum, one of the four companies leading the West Side Square Development Fund, said in a statement.
“Once completed, West Side Square will seamlessly encapsulate the essence of Jersey City—a unique blend of living, working, and leisure—offering our future residents an unparalleled experience at their doorstep.”
The two towers will be connected by a series of five-story buildings, that will also include office space, retail, public open spaces, and 285 garage parking spots.
“We are excited to work with our partners from Altree Developments Inc., Lanterra Developments Inc., and Westdale Properties to shape the ground beneath our feet into the latest mixed-use community in Jersey City,” added LanTree Developments Principal Raphael Mandelbaum, another part of the leadership team of the West Side Square Development Fund.
“Rooted in a shared dedication to superior quality and forward-thinking design, our collaboration promises a distinctive experience, for every resident and guest who becomes part of this vibrant community.”
Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop touted the project as part of the revitalization of Journal Square.
“Once completed, West Side Square will become the latest addition to the vibrant Journal Square neighborhood, intertwining modern living, leisure, and community in one dynamic space. We’re thrilled to welcome this exceptional addition to our diverse and thriving city,” he stated.
The development of West Side Square will be overseen by the West Side Square Development Fund, a focused investment fund headquartered in Toronto which will be ed by LanTree Developments, Altree Developments Inc., Lanterra Developments Inc., and Westdale Properties.
