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Council adopts Western Edge redevelopment amendments despite planning board concerns and ongoing litigation
Summary
The council voted to readopt and amend the Western Edge redevelopment plan, drawing opposition from neighboring municipalities and preservation groups that say the changes favor developers and disregard planning-board recommendations.
The Hoboken City Council voted to adopt amendments to the Western Edge redevelopment plan covering the Jefferson Street and Madison Street subareas after a contested public hearing that drew lawyers for developers and opponents.
Why it matters: The Western Edge redevelopment has been the subject of protracted litigation and settlement agreements. Opponents said the amendments disproportionately benefit private developers and ignore the Hoboken Planning Board’s concerns about increases in lot coverage and setbacks.
Opponents from outside municipalities and a preservation group urged the council to delay adoption while litigation and…
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