.City Council extended a tax abatement agreement that was set to the expire at year’s end for a 55-year-old high-rise building.
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City to assess parking
The city will assess parking in problem areas with the help of a consultant, including assessing future demand and evaluating parking fees.
Bicentennial of American Revolutionary’s Stop in Rahway Tavern
Two hundred years ago today, Rahway was at the center of American history when General Marquis de Lafayette made a stop at the Peace Tavern downtown.
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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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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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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.
Planning Board OKs restaurant use
The Planning Board granted approval that opens the door to allow a restaurant, including an outdoor rooftop, and music venue to operate at a former bank building downtown.