The planned implosion of a long-standing New Jersey factory, an unofficial town landmark that imbued the air with baked cookie smells for six decades before it closed in 2021, has been scrapped.
factory, an unofficial town landmark that imbued the air with baked cookie smells for six decades before it closed in 2021, has been scrapped due to staunch community opposition, the developer at the center of the project confirmed Monday.will still come down, says construction company Greek Development, which bought the 40-acre site off Route 2018 for $146.5 million a few years back. It'll just take longer -- and it won't be as loud.
"After extensive dialogue with local communities and businesses, Greek Development has made the decision not to implode the remaining portion of the Nabisco Tower," David Greek, managing partner, said in a statement."We will utilize an alternative method of demolition that does not include the use of any explosives."
"Ownership is proceeding to undertake the additional time and expense to ensure the well-being and peace of mind of the surrounding residents," he added.The news dropped hours before a scheduled Fair Lawn Planning Board meeting at which town officials confirmed the future of the site would be discussed.
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