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Council approves parklet rules tightening cleaning, inspections after resident complaints about rats
Summary
The Hoboken City Council on first/second reading approved ordinance B738, an amendment to Hoboken City Code chapter 138 governing outdoor dining, that revises parklet specifications to require access for daily cleaning, quarterly inspections by the health department and a 30-day compliance deadline for nonconforming parklets.
The Hoboken City Council on first/second reading approved ordinance B738, an amendment to Hoboken City Code chapter 138 governing outdoor dining, that revises parklet specifications to require access for daily cleaning, quarterly inspections by the health department and a 30-day compliance deadline for nonconforming parklets.
Supporters said the ordinance is a targeted step to give health and code inspectors the authority and regular schedule needed to ensure businesses keep parklet platforms clean. Council members who backed the measure said it balances public health needs with relief for restaurants that rely on outdoor seating.
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