Limits height of new construction below cliffs east of Palisades in Hudson and Bergen counties.
The Palisades Cliffs Protection Act restricts the height of new construction in areas below the cliffs east of the Palisades in Hudson and Bergen counties. The bill mandates that new developments, including mechanical structures, cannot exceed 10 feet below the surface of Palisade Avenue or the cliff height, whichever is lower. This measure aims to protect the scenic views and topography features cherished by residents in historic neighborhoods above the cliffs.
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