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Ridgewood, NJ – Over the last two decades, the Village of Ridgewood has undergone significant changes — and not all for the better, according to concerned residents. Once celebrated for its small-town charm, historic architecture, and community traditions, Ridgewood is now facing a wave of overdevelopment that critics say threatens its very identity.
At the center of the latest controversy is Ordinance 4052, which would allow the construction of a five-story luxury, high-density assisted living facility on North Maple Avenue, between Franklin Avenue and Marshall Street. The location sits squarely in a residential neighborhood, sparking fears of a precedent that could reshape Ridgewood into a dense urban landscape.
Historic Character at Risk
For decades, Ridgewood’s Zoning Board and Village Council maintained the town’s historic appeal through strict building ordinances that preserved the vision of the village’s founders. Opponents of Ordinance 4052 warn that approving such a project would pave the way for more towering, modern buildings — replacing the signature three-story architecture with what some describe as “canyon streets.”
Community Voices Concern Over Rapid Development
Critics argue that the rapid pace at which Ordinance 4052 is moving through the approval process leaves little room for public discussion. Many feel that residents have already lost influence over the local public school system and fear that similar erosion of public input is now hitting urban planning decisions.
“The voters have chosen, and they have chosen poorly,” said one longtime resident, voicing frustration at recent development trends.
Key Meeting for Residents to Speak Out
The Village Council will meet to discuss and potentially vote on Wednesday, August 13, at 7:30 p.m. in Village Hall. Community members concerned about Ridgewood’s future are encouraged to attend and make their voices heard.
Whether Ridgewood remains a historic suburban village or evolves into a more urbanized city may hinge on decisions made in the coming weeks.
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Terrible place for assisted living facility! You know where you put ALFs? Close to bustling downtown areas where residents can mill about, see some entertainment, get much needed exercise, etc. What the heck are these people going to do in Ridgewood’s downtown, go for daily haircuts? Plus it’ll be a roll of the dice if one of the village’s illustrious A-1 drivers doesn’t jump the curb and plow them over, so forget about trying to cross the street with your walker. Just dumb. Also it’s a slap in the face to residents who don’t want to be reminded of their own irreversible decline into death and what happens when you don’t have anyone to care of you.
RIDGEWOOD’s gonna look like Morristown soon – traffic lights, congestion, etc etc all day every day
Where’s the value add?
Plus, think water. Water resources are already stretched thin. Every other day is a boil advisory or some such. Think of all the water we’ll waste on all those sponge baths for the residents. It’s unsustainable.
But this is what Peewee wants. More traffic into his bodega,
thumbs downers must live on Heights Rd nd think this will never effect them. you probably get your food delivered to right???? you dont even go to into town. well you just wait and see. oh yes you will see and you will not have to wait long! keep it up and keep voting for these ass clowns and youll get it in the back eventually oh yes.
They can’t ignore you if they can’t hear you!
And don’t let them drag it out until it gets late and everybody leaves……………………
This is accurate. Ridgewood has been taken over by empty promises and self serving politicians, both at the BOE and in Village Hall.
The “tradition” is gone. It’s been replaced by corrupt and selfish hacks who are pursuing their own agenda.
We left for a much better town, oh yeah.
Vagianos and his merry band of puppets have the village in an stronghold. He’s a developer, friends are realtors and other building owners. He is probably getting something in return for this deal. He’s a dirty bird. Voting has consequences.
Well, the vote put these folks in a position to make your life better or worse. So far, it seems there is little interest in keeping the development bug cornered as more of this town evolves into a larger and less pleasant pleasant place to live. “We” hired these people so it is again up to us to provide direction and wisdom to the decision makers, each possessing a sell by date. See you there!
People don’t even vote, don’t even get upset because they’re going to do whatever they want. Look up Paramus they destroyed the town look at Fairlawn, it looks like Hackensack. They are going to build build build they don’t care.
Even Hackensack doesn’t look like Hackensack anymore!
What’s wrong with Morristown