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Newark’s City Council is rolling up its sleeves to tackle the housing crunch by experimenting with “missing middle” housing—duplexes, townhouses, and fourplexes in walkable neighborhoods—thanks to a state-backed pilot program. Advisor Savannah Edwards is helping map out creative, neighborhood-sensitive designs like cottage courtyards to fill vacant lots without disrupting local character. Mayor Travis McDermott supports targeted changes, especially in aging neighborhoods, but insists on preserving the charm of single-family zones. Not everyone’s on board: Councilmember Corinth Ford pushes for public hearings before any new development and questions ADUs, even as the state pushes for them. The council is still weighing options—balancing innovation with community voice.

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