A New Jersey appeals court has upheld an earlier ruling that struck down the town of Readington’s attempt to condemn Solberg-Hunterdon Airport, dealing a major victory to the airport’s owners after a protracted legal battle that has dragged on for well over a decade.
New Jersey’s Solberg Airport Wins Major Legal Battle in Fight Against Town
Key Takeaways:
- A New Jersey appeals court upheld a ruling preventing Readington town from condemning Solberg-Hunterdon Airport, marking a significant victory for the airport owners in a decade-long legal dispute.
- The core conflict involves the airport owners' plan to expand the main runway for jet traffic, which the town has actively opposed through eminent domain lawsuits.
- The town has largely lost its legal challenges at various stages, and while the appeals court suggested a settlement, it noted the town could file new condemnation lawsuits that don't interfere with aviation activities or buffer zones.
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