Planning Board Meeting - April 16, 2026

The Municipality of Princeton Planning Board held a meeting on April 16, 2026, to discuss whether the properties at 27 Franklin Avenue and 101 Walnut Lane (Westminster Choir College site) should be designated as a non-condemnation area in need of redevelopment. The board reviewed a detailed report by planning consultant Christopher Collie, which documented significant water damage, accessibility issues, and obsolete heating and cooling systems across the campus buildings. The municipality acquired the property in 2024, and the designation would enable a redevelopment plan to be created, including potential rezoning and future public input. After public comments and questions, the board voted unanimously to recommend to the municipal council that the site be declared an area in need of redevelopment. The council will make the final decision, after which a redevelopment plan will be developed with further community engagement. No specific contracts or budget allocations were discussed during this meeting.