Residents took to the center of Denville with signs to create awareness that the Wetlands on Luger Rd. are under siege and their homes and safety are being jeopardized.

During COVID, many people remained isolated and were unaware that the Denville Planning Board was holding Virtual Hearings on the Weiss-Aug application to build a 63,000 sq. ft industrial metal and plastic stamping factory on Luger Road in the middle of the Wetlands. Because it is Wetlands, a bridge is needed to get to the factory, warehouse, and parking lot which will be close to the residents’ homes.

The Wetlands support a habitat of deer, birds, small animals, fauna, and thousands of trees. 

The trees provide oxygen, remove toxins from the air, act as a noise barrier, and absorb tons of water which prevents flooding. They also provide natural beauty.

There is alarm that this industrial construction will result in the Wetlands destruction, noise and air pollution, displacement of wildlife, flooding of residents’ property, contamination of neighboring water sources, increased traffic, and related safety concerns.

The Hub Times (Jan. 2021) warns residents of flooding and advises residents in wetland areas to purchase flood insurance.

The Town will increase its tax rateables by approving the Weiss-Aug Construction.  

Does anyone recall the song, “They Paved Paradise n Put Up a Parking Lot?  View it on Google.

If you want to join our residents’ group, email dalerine@outlook.com