A three-block stretch of East Milton Avenue from the train station to City Hall would benefit from mixed-use developments, and the city should explore increasing permitted height on some parcels, according to the downtown strategic plan.
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A stretch of West Main Street could make for a waterfront walkway or park since it’s located in a flood zone while a couple of buildings with historical architectural features also might be appropriate for a public amenity, such as an artist space or youth center.
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At least five of the 14 opportunity sites in the downtown strategic plan have some concept that previously was presented in the Arts District Redevelopment Plan, conceived two years ago.
Continue reading Downtown strategic plan: Opportunity sites in arts district
More than a dozen properties considered underutilized were identified in the downtown strategic plan as “opportunity sites.” Some of the sites already have proposed concepts or in use another way while the plan suggested alternative development options” for others.
The Monroe Street extension is expected to be closed for a few days in the next month or two so that a communications line can be installed between the two buildings of The Mint.
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About one in five downtown storefronts is vacant but “there does not appear to be a defined pattern of vacancy,” according to the downtown strategic plan.
Continue reading Downtown strategic plan: Vacant and underutilized properties
Almost 3,000 more people leave the city to go to work than come into Rahway, or both live and work in Rahway; that’s almost 24% more.
Continue reading Downtown strategic plan: Existing conditions, major employers
Existing zoning downtown is primarily governed by the Central Business District (CBD) Redevelopment Plan, first created in the late 1990s and amended numerous times since. The plan also includes 6 sub-districts.