Category Archives: Rahway

Poll results: Favorite adult drink in Rahway

Summer nights are made to have a cold drink your hand. But, which is the favorite of those cold drinks in Rahway?

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Planning Board approves 58 units on Esterbrook

The Planning Board approved a site plan and variances for a 58-unit senior affordable housing complex on Esterbrook Avenue, contingent upon securing the use of 18 parking spaces at a neighboring church.

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Council approves Block 312 redevelopment plan

City Council moved forward with a redevelopment plan that allows buildings as tall as 12 stories across the street from a 16-story hotel and condominium downtown but future development is likely to only be six stories, officials said.

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A closer look at PILOTS in 2024 municipal budget

Revenue from Payments In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) increased last year by 30 percent, about $845,000, and this year’s municipal budget anticipates another increase of 26 percent, or almost $720,000.

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Agreement proposes $150K for 17-space deficiency

The developer of a proposed senior affordable housing complex would pay $150,000 to offset a parking deficiency of 17 spaces under an agreement introduced by City Council.

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Poll: Favorite Featured Adult Drink in Rahway

Well, the 4th of July weekend is here so that means peak summer.

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Poll results: Favorite outdoor dining

The heat is on. On the street.”

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Redevelopment plan would allow 12 stories

A new redevelopment plan considered by City Council would allow for a parking garage and maximum building height of 12 stories – significantly higher than the 5 stories currently allowed.

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