The Mint, a new 225-unit complex downtown, is at nearly 100 percent occupancy across its two buildings — and has been for sale for months.
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Category Archives: Downtown
More murals in the works
Murals are in the works for at least three locations in the city, gaining approvals from City Council and the Planning Board.
City to have 3 E. Cherry, Lewis parcels appraised
The city will have three lots appraised in the heart of downtown, adjacent to several city-owned parcels, where there have been efforts over the years to create a pocket park and performance space.
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City to cover $127K cost of building repairs
The city will ultimately cover the six-figure cost of repairs and remediation to the former Elizabethtown Gas building before it becomes the new headquarters of the United Way of Greater Union County.
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RSI Bank block, other areas to be studied for redevelopment
Almost the entire block that includes the former RSI bank building, the former API Foils site on New Brunswick Avenue, and a string of properties along Pierce Street that already have been acquired by a developer will be studied by the Planning Board to determine if they qualify for redevelopment under state law.
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Planning Board OKs 213 units at Essex, Bridge St.
The Planning Board unanimously approved a 213-unit development across the river from downtown, with a variance for studio units and several conditions, including parking.
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CBD Redevelopment Plan tweaked to allow music
Legislation approved by City Council and the Redevelopment Agency would allow for live music in a renovated bank building downtown with plans for outdoor dining adjacent to the train station.
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New mural planned for The Paseo
A mural that communicates coastal hazards is planned for The Paseo downtown thanks to a state grant focused on art that displays coastal hazard themes.