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Environment & Energy

eppur_se_muova

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2. Green 'pool table' lawns are what realtors want, too. Many local govt's are in developers' pockets.

Reply to NJCher (Reply #1)

Thu Jun 27, 2024, 08:46 AM

Jun 2024

Our local codes were written with an eye to keeping the real estate market thriving -- not reflecting environmental needs. More home sales mean more taxes, after all. And check out how many of your local city council are realtors or former realtors.

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Green 'pool table' lawns are what realtors want, too. Many local govt's are in developers' pockets. eppur_se_muova Jun 2024 #2

I'm the only one without a pool table lawn NJCher Jun 2024 #3