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Hamilton Street Developer Claims Politics Is Behind Plan To Scuttle Apartment Complex

February 27, 2023 Business News, General News, Planning Board, Redevelopment, Township Council, Zoning Board

A Hamilton Street developer is suing the Township over claims that political pressure scuttled an apartment building project targeted for the Hamilton Business District.

The developer, John Park, claims in the suit that after township officials became aware of his project – comprised of two four-story buildings holding 233 studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments and retail space, and a covered parking deck – Township Councilman Carl Wright (D-Ward 4) put the kibosh on it.

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