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The Deadline Push: The March 15 Mandate: How Ridgewood is Re-Shaping Its Commercial Districts to Meet State Law

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Ridgewood Approves Controversial “Affordable Housing” Plan: What Homeowners Need to Know

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Ridgewood NJ, the debate over the future of Ridgewood’s landscape reached a turning point this week. Despite a wave of vocal opposition from local residents, the Village Council has officially moved forward with five key ordinances that will define the next chapter of affordable housing in the community.

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Litigation Threat Looms: Developer Unveils Revised Plan for Controversial Ridgewood Senior Care Facility

Ridgewood Senior Care Battle Heats Up! Developer Rushes to Present Revised Plan Under Threat of Losing ‘Builder’s Remedy’ Immunity

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Ridgewood NJ, Affordable Housing Showdown: The North Maple Avenue Debate. The proposed senior assisted care facility by Kensington Senior Development has become the focal point of a heated affordable housing battle in Ridgewood, NJ. After the Village Council rejected a crucial zoning overlay in August, the developer responded by filing an affordable housing civil action against the municipality.

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Ridgewood to Host Sept. 9 Hearing on 42-Year Parkland Dispute With NJDEP: Proposed Land Swap Could Finally End Saga

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — After more than four decades of legal back-and-forth, the Village of Ridgewood is preparing to resolve a 42-year parkland transfer dispute with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). A public hearing has been scheduled for Monday, September 9 at 7:00 p.m. at the Patrick A. Mancuso Senior Center, Ridgewood Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Ave.

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Ridgewood to Host Sept. 9 Hearing on 42-Year Parkland Dispute With NJDEP: Proposed Land Swap Could Finally End Saga

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — After more than four decades of legal back-and-forth, the Village of Ridgewood is preparing to resolve a 42-year parkland transfer dispute with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). A public hearing has been scheduled for Monday, September 9 at 7:00 p.m. at the Patrick A. Mancuso Senior Center, Ridgewood Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Ave.

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Ridgewood Schedules Public Hearing on Parkland Disposal & New Recreation Plans for September 9

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Village of Ridgewood has announced a public hearing to address a long-standing land issue involving 0.378 acres of former parkland that was sold without proper approval in 1983. The meeting will take place on September 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Patrick A. Mancuso Senior Center, located on the first floor of Ridgewood Village Hall, 131 North Maple Avenue. Hybrid Zoom access will also be available for residents who wish to participate remotely.

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Village of Ridgewood: Bergen County United Way & Madeline Corporation Special Needs Independent Living Units

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Ridgewood NJ, Village of Ridgewood: Bergen County United Way & Madeline Corporation Special Needs Independent Living Units.

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