The couple suing the township to reverse a Zoning Board and Historic Preservation Commission denial for a total demolition permit for their home at 109 Union St. have dropped their case.
The owners of 264 Upper Mountain Ave, seek to divide their lot allowing for another home to be built along Highland Avenue where the current property ends.
Montclair’s Historic Preservation Commission has allowed for the demolition of the American Legion Crawford Crews Post No. 251 building on Bloomfield Avenue, as the post plans to rebuild and carry on the history of the property with its mission of serving veterans and the community.
The Estate Section of Montclair could be the next area to receive a landmark designation, which could require the owners of about 180 homes to fall under a historic preservation review when some facade changes are proposed.
The proposal for a museum has been in the works since July 2019. But when Vanderer heard that the house was going up for sale, he knew he had to finish the proposal quickly and get it out to prospective donors and partners.