MADISON — Morris County Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen and Deputy Director Stephen Shaw joined Madison Mayor Robert H. Conley, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, and other local, state, and federal officials on Wednesday, October 4, to celebrate the official grand opening of The Forum at Madison. This 44-unit affordable housing development is setting a new benchmark for sustainable living in New Jersey.
The development, designed with Passive House certification and Net Zero energy standards, combines affordability with cutting-edge environmental design.
“This development is groundbreaking not just for its Passive House certification and Net Zero design, but for fulfilling a fundamental human need: shelter,” said Commissioner Director Selen, who serves as the Morris County liaison to the Housing Authority. “What makes this development truly exceptional is that, beyond providing much-needed housing, it meets an entirely new set of scientific standards for being energy efficient, providing those who will live here not just a place of comfort, but an environment that is both healthy for them as well as our environment.”
Morris County contributed $425,000 in federal HOME funds through the Office of Community Development toward the project. These funds help ensure the affordability of the units for at least the next 30 years.
The Forum at Madison represents a collaborative effort to address housing insecurity and climate impact. It offers residents a high-quality, energy-efficient place to live while advancing long-term sustainability goals across the region.
