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Council advances parklet rule changes amid widespread resident complaints about rats and sanitation
Summary
Council members introduced and advanced amendments to Hoboken's outdoor dining and parklet rules after months of resident complaints about rodent activity and sanitation; public speakers urged enforcement, education and removal of permanent decking.
The Hoboken City Council moved forward on an amendment to Chapter 138 (outdoor dining) that will require removal of permanent decking from parklets and tighten licensing and renewal rules after residents and business representatives said uncovered parklet undersides and nearby garbage are contributing to a citywide rat problem.
Council debate and extensive public comment emphasized enforcement, education and sanitation. Multiple residents from uptown and other neighborhoods described a persistent rat problem and urged the council to remove features that harbor rodents or otherwise obstruct cleaning.
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