Historic Preservation Commission Again Balks at Route 27 Retail Plan On Demolished Landmark Site

June 17, 2026 Historic Preservation

**INCLINED TO DENY –** Historic Preservation Commission chairman Pat Shimalla told representatives from J.H.T. Properties that he was initially inclined to deny their application for a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Commission at the June 15 meeting.

The Township Historic Preservation Advisory Commission again declined June 16 to endorse a proposed retail center on a Route 27 historic site, saying the design still does not fit the character of the area.

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Historic Preservation Commission Again Balks at Route 27 Retail Plan On Demolished Landmark Site

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