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Neighbors object to proposed redevelopment of former Lord Sterling School at 99 Lord Sterling Road

Bernards Township Committee (Basking Ridge) · July 15, 2026
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Summary

At the July 14 Bernards Township Committee meeting, several residents urged the township to require the developer of 99 Lord Sterling Road to adhere to existing zoning and contested claims that the property is blighted; the planning board will review any redevelopment proposal.

Several neighbors told the Bernards Township Committee on July 14 they oppose a developer’s plan for the former Lord Sterling School property at 99 Lord Sterling Road and urged township officials to require compliance with current zoning.

"He has done nothing to maintain it," said Anthony Rizzorno, a Sherwood Drive resident, accusing the owner, identified in comments as Mr. Rucker, of leaving filled dumpsters, failing to clear snow and allowing the property to deteriorate. Rizzorno and other speakers said the owner’s recent placement of