Bergen County Real Estate News : June 2008 – week 3

Bergen county news with an emphasis on aspects affecting real estate, residency and community issues.

June 2008 – Week 3 Issue

Bergen County Restaurant Inspections
One and Two Family Zone in Tenafly
Exciting summer for Teaneck Adults
Bergen County Safety of Homes in Threat
Lead Levels High in Some Turfs of Bergen County

Bergen County Restaurant Inspections

Restaurant inspections in Bergen County and the neighborhood are on to investigate how well maintained these establishments are. Based on surveys at these places, Bergen County restaurants were ranked. A conditional or reinspection rating was given to restaurants that demonstrated first violation of the state sanitary code. This could be corrected to receive a satisfactory rating. An unsatisfactory rating was given to establishments that showed gross violations of code. Restaurants demonstrating the latter were forced to shut down either voluntarily or by a court order. In this regard, few restaurants of Dumont and Fort Lee were given conditional ratings. Names included Madison’s and Brother’s pizza in Dumont and Overseas Chinese ofFort Lee. Besides this, Blimpie’s of Bergenfield, Baugmart’s of Englewood and Joe’s Liquors of Garfield also received conditional ratings.

One and Two Family Zone in Tenafly

On June 24, 2008, Tenafly’s regular meeting of the mayor and council was conducted. At this meeting the ordinance no. 08/20 was introduced. This ordinance suggests the establishment of one and two family zone district R/7.5A. However the ordinance would only be accepted after a public meeting is held on the same. This meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2008 at the Council Chambers in Borough Hall. This is located at Municipal Center, 100 River edge Road, Tenafly. Interested parties can attend the meeting that starts at 8:30pm onwards. The ordinance details that legally existing multifamily homes in Tenafly region would have permission to be rebuilt in the event of total destruction, as long as they comply with construction requirements in the region. Also two family dwellings would be provided a minimum lot area of 10,000 sq ft while one family dwellings would meet all the area and bulk requirements of the zone.

Exciting summer for Teaneck Adults

Summer registrations are now on in Teaneck for adult programs. Those within the age group of 18 to 54 years can participate in a range of activities that include classes on belle dance, golf, hatha yoga, swimming, tennis and weight training. Besides this, registrations are also on for softball league, for both men and women. Those interested can register themselves at the Richard Rodda community center at 250 Colonial Court. Registration forms and course details are available outside the main office. Those interested can fill up the form at the bottom of each program flier and submit it in person with the designated fee. The form has to be submitted to Teaneck Recreation Department, 250 Colonial Court, Richard Rodda Center. Classes for all programs are due to begin from June 30 onwards. All forms should be accompanied with a proof of residence. Queries if any can be addressed to the Recreation Department at (201) 837 7130.

Bergen County Safety of Homes in Threat

In new development, the state environmental officials of Bergen County ordered tests in 350 homes at Pompton lakes to check the levels of chemical vapor present. This came up after five homes were found to have levels that were much higher than the state’s acceptable standards. The cause for these vapors was noted to be a century old former explosive plant owned by Dupont. Its operations had led to underground pollution in the region. Tests were also conducted to check whether these vapors will affect the safety of drinking water. The Du Pont company has spent approximately $130 million for clearing up the site. It will also provide venting pipes to clear the vapors in the five affected homes. DEP has also ordered Dupont to conduct tests for checking levels of vapor in nearby homes. The company is providing indoor air sampling and a protective vapour mitigation system to all residents. In this regard, Dupont has also reported that drinking water is safe as municipal wells are one mile away from the polluted area.

Lead Levels High in Some Turfs of Bergen County

Artificial turf fields in Bergen County now pose a new threat: that of lead poisoning. Four such fields in schools of North jersey showed large amounts of lead. They have been closed for the past two weeks because of this. Five such artificial turf fields in Bergen County’s regional sports complex at Palisades Park are also being tested. Tests are to be performed by the PMK group and the results will be revealed in a few days time. As per the CDC, young children should keep away from fields that have over 400m per k of lead. State tests also revealed that humans can easily absorb lead present in artificial turfs. While parents of Bergen County children are concerned, health experts stated that only prolonged contact with the fields can cause poisoning. Also it would need to be taken in large quantities before it is harmful. The fields are thus safe and not an issue of imminent danger, as per state health experts. After the testing of 13 turfs in New Jersey is complete, the Health department is requesting that 50 fields across the nation also be tested for large levels of lead.

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