Dominick Cinelli, MBA Senior Vice President 973-549-1900 Dominick.Cinelli@bbrown.com BBrown.com Delivering insurance solutions every step of the way. foster a sense of belonging among all its residents, encouraging participation in community events and offering spaces for engagement. “We’re not just focused on the roads and the sidewalks; we’re focused on making sure everyone feels connected to the heart of Bernardsville,” Malool explains. DEVELOPMENT WITH A PURPOSE While Bernardsville is careful to preserve its history, the town is not immune to the development pressures. Canose explains that several redevelopment projects are underway, including affordable housing and new mixed-use developments that will introduce more residential and retail space to the downtown area. However, the town is adamant about ensuring that any new construction fits within its historical context. “We have to grow, but we want to make sure we grow in a way that keeps our small-town character,” Canose says. One notable example is redeveloping a historic Episcopal church building on Claremont Road.“The church couldn’t afford the $4 million necessary to restore it, but a local developer who loves historic buildings stepped in,” Canose explains.The result is a stunning transformation—four condos in the original structure and 16 more built around it, all designed to blend seamlessly with the church’s stone façade.“It’s a development that respects the past while meeting the needs of the present,” Canose adds. Another key redevelopment project is currently making its way through the planning board. The mixed-use project will add 68 residential units and 38 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 10
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