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Edison residents press council to limit Amboy Avenue building heights, council weighs tradeoffs
Summary
Residents from Clara Barton urged the Edison Township Council to cap building heights at three stories on Amboy Avenue, saying four‑story buildings risk quality of life and property values; council members debated parking, density and whether a study or targeted incentives for 'anchor' businesses would better spur revitalization.
Residents and council members at an Edison Township work session pressed the council on whether to keep or reduce a zoning allowance that permits four‑story buildings on Amboy Avenue.
"You repeal the ordinance that allows for the 4 story building," said resident Joel Bassoff, urging the council to act quickly to prevent developers from filing under current rules. He and other speakers said permitting taller buildings threatens nearby neighborhoods and could jeopardize property values.
Several residents, including Sumalom Barber and Don Tarr,…
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