Assemblywoman Carol Murphy, D-Burlington County, has introduced a bill in South Jersey that aims to prevent the construction of warehouses near historical sites. The proposal specifies that warehouses cannot be built within 1,000 feet of properties, structures, or objects listed on the National or New Jersey Register of Historic Places, in an effort to protect around 200 recognized historic sites in New Jersey from potential detrimental effects of development.
Murphy believes that building warehouses in communities can disrupt the lifestyle and decrease the willingness of residents to go out, particularly when trucks are forced to travel through neighborhoods. She emphasizes that the issue is not the warehouses themselves but their encroachment on the historic gems of the state.
Opponents of the bill argue that warehouses are essential for New Jersey’s economy, as the state is a logistics hub with the largest port on the Eastern Seaboard. Ray Cantor of the New Jersey Business and Industry Association highlights the importance of warehouses in facilitating employment and supporting the state economy, as they play a crucial role in meeting the demand for online shopping and next-day delivery services.
Efforts to curb warehouse construction come as residents, environmentalists, and advocates have raised concerns about the impact of these large-scale storage facilities on health and quality of life. While the bill aims to protect historic sites, the debate continues over balancing economic growth and preserving the state’s heritage.
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