Concrete Plant Plan Sparks Dust and Noise Concerns at Jersey City Planning Board Meeting

Overview: During a recent Jersey City Planning Board meeting, a proposal for a mobile concrete batching plant at Liberty Harbor North drew attention and discussion. The proposal, detailed by a designated developer, aims to establish the plant as an interim use for up to three years. Situated on a 0.9-acre site currently used for parking and vehicle storage, the plant is intended to serve both local and neighboring construction projects. However, its proximity to residential areas, approximately 400-450 feet away, raised community concerns regarding dust and noise pollution.

Jersey City Residents Divided Over Proposed Pompidou Museum and Tax Abatements

Overview: During the recent Jersey City Council meeting, residents voiced strong opinions on various community issues, with the proposed Pompidou Museum project and its associated tax abatements taking center stage. The council faced intense scrutiny over the financial implications and community impact of the project, highlighting a significant divide between supporters and opponents.

Jersey City Planning Board Approves Multiple Extensions, Focuses on Community Concerns and Compliance

Overview: The Jersey City Planning Board met to discuss various development projects, granting multiple site plan extensions and addressing community concerns related to ongoing and future developments. Key topics included the approval of an extension for the Cano Lofts project on Day Street amidst community accessibility issues, a major signage application for H&R Block on Bergen Avenue, and a detailed review of residential building compliance with local redevelopment plans.

Jersey City Council Approves Security Upgrades Amidst Extensive Discussions on Affordable Housing and Cultural Projects

Overview: The Jersey City Council convened on September 23, 2024, to address a broad array of issues, including security upgrades, affordable housing preferences, and a significant cultural project involving state tax credits.

Leadership Challenges and Applicant Delays Plague Jersey City Cannabis Control Board

Overview: The recent Jersey City Cannabis Control Board meeting highlighted significant operational challenges, including leadership dissatisfaction and procedural delays affecting local cannabis businesses.