Beach Haven Considering Expanding Historic District
The grand historic homes of Beach Haven are among the things that attract visitors and make Beach Haven such a unique and beautiful place to live and vacation. The Beach Haven Historic Preservation Advisory Commission is concerned about Beach Haven’s historic significance and preserving the town’s history and architectural integrity. It is seeking to expand the historic district in Beach Haven.
On March 5th, The Beach Haven Land Use Board will consider a proposal to expand the historic district in Beach Haven to include 5th Street through to Chatsworth Avenue. Currently the historic district runs from 3rd Street south to Pearl Street. If approved the proposal will then go on for final approval to the Beach Haven Board of Commissioners.
Property owners in the historic district area that are interested in tearing down their homes and rebuilding or restoring or renovating their homes may need the approval of the Advisory Commission in addition to approvals for from Beach Haven Borough.
In recent years many homes on Long Beach Island have been torn down and replaced with modern structures that many residents and visitors alike believe lack both character and charm of the older homes in the area. Large, contemporary homes have replaced many of the charming cottages for a variety of reasons. For some its simply a matter of taste, a preference for a contemporary home. But in the last few years skyrocketing real estate values have had an influence on what has been built as well.
Given the high price of real estate, property owners have wanted to take full advantage of their lot size and maximize their home's square footage that is allowed for the lot. For those who plan on renting their newly constructed home, a larger home with modern amenities makes good financial sense since these homes are generally more desirable to renters, are in demand and get higher rental income. Some developers who paid a lot of money to purchase land, want to keep costs low and chose plans for homes that are less costly to construct. Details like wrap around porches, gables and turrents - can be expensive.
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