From CBS 2:
A fight between New Jersey housing developers and supporters of historic preservation is heating up as Victorian homes from the 1800s are being replaced by the spread of so-called “Bayonne Box” homes.
Now, Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop has put a moratorium on demolitions until the city council can vote on a new ordinance governing tearing down old homes.
“The goal is really kind of recognizing the city’s history and some of the nicer buildings there. Not every building needs to be protected, but there are some that should,” he said.
“The new ordinance basically is designed so that each (developer) that applies for a demolition permit will go before the Historic Preservation office,” said Amatuzzo. “Then each house would get a fair assessment on its historic value, architectural style, it’s contributing aesthetics to the neighborhood, and if it ties to any historic event or family or person.”
A group of developers is fighting back with a lawsuit.
Battle of old vs new in @jerseycity preserve historic homes or build new “Bayonne Box” homes... more tonight @CBSNewYork pic.twitter.com/ATsn6aIapl
— Meg Baker (@megbakertv) April 13, 2018
