Jared Weber

Chapel Hill, New York

Growth and Development Reporter at Stamford Advocate

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Articles

New Stamford Dunkin' got its approval overturned for a drive-thru

2 weeks ago | middletownpress.com | Jared Weber

STAMFORD — The Zoning Board of Appeals has overturned a decision by Stamford’s top zoning enforcement official to permit a drive-thru for a new Dunkin’ on Glenbrook’s main thoroughfare. The unanimous decision Wednesday night reverses a Sept. 6 ruling by Chief Zoning Enforcement Officer James Lunney, who has said the drive-thru use at 364 Hope St. is “grandfathered in” from a former drive-up Wells Fargo Bank.
Stamford's lone charter school named federal Blue Ribbon School

2 months ago | middletownpress.com | Jared Weber

STAMFORD — Stamford Charter School for Excellence is right on schedule for Charlene Reid's plan. Stamford's lone charter school, which serves about 500 students from preschool through eighth grade, was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education, federal officials announced.
'No heat or hot water': Stamford housing code violations leave renters asking why city can't do more

Jan 27, 2025 | middletownpress.com | Jared Weber

STAMFORD — A majority of Stamford residents — about 54 percent — are renters, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The margin is likely to widen, as thousands of new apartments are slated to open in the city by year’s end. Over the past year, though, renters at some of the city’s older multifamily housing stock have spoken out about living conditions, which they say, in some cases, are harmful. Article continues below this ad“When you go home, that’s like your comfort zone.
Does Stamford have 'unlimited demand' for housing?

Jan 20, 2025 | middletownpress.com | Jared Weber

STAMFORD — It’s basic economics, city officials say. Stamford’s housing supply doesn’t satisfy its high demand within the New York City metropolitan area. The shortage allows developers to charge high prices for new single-family homes and rental apartments because people will pay what's listed for the scarce options. Article continues below this adCity officials and housing advocates argue, if the city builds enough housing to meet demand, prices will come down.
Stamford has $2.5M to create a way to get around the city

Nov 21, 2024 | middletownpress.com | Jared Weber

STAMFORD — Stamford has received about $2.52 million to build a new transportation program which officials say could help some residents reach places not covered by bus and train routes.
A Greenwich developer has plans for Stamford's Pacific Street

Nov 12, 2024 | middletownpress.com | Jared Weber

STAMFORD — Pacific Street is the “vertebrae” of the South End, developer Andres Hogg said. While Atlantic Street and Canal Street extend down the west and east sides, respectively, of the 350-acre peninsula, Pacific runs right through the neighborhood's core. With a collection of seven properties already owned by he and his wife Carolina Feinstein — and two more under negotiation — Hogg said recently he is looking to build a “mini downtown” designed as a central strip.
'No heat': Housing code violations leave renters asking why

Feb 2, 2024 | stamfordadvocate.com | Jared Weber

Aleksandra Szajkowska chats in her apartment at the Hoyt Bedford apartment complex in Stamford, Conn. Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023. 98 Hoyt St., one of the six buildings of the Hoyt Bedford complex, has been condemned multiple times in the past few months due to issues with heat and hot water. Tyler Sizemore/Hearst Connecticut MediaThe boiler room in building 98 of the Hoyt Bedford apartment complex in Stamford, Conn., photographed on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023.
When will Stamford's new train station parking garage ever open? State blames delays on suppliers.

Jan 31, 2024 | stamfordadvocate.com | Jared Weber

A view of the new train station parking garage seen along Interstate 95 north in Stamford, Conn., on Thursday December 1, 2023. Christian Abraham/Hearst Connecticut MediaSTAMFORD — State officials are again delaying the opening of the Stamford train station's new parking garage and the demolition of the previous garage with it. The new garage will open "hopefully by mid-February," said Josh Morgan, a spokesperson for the Connecticut Department of Transportation.
Does Stamford have 'unlimited demand' for housing?

Jan 28, 2024 | stamfordadvocate.com | Jared Weber

The Stamford skyline is visible from the Stamford Harbor Lighthouse off the coast of Stamford, Conn. Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. Tyler Sizemore/Hearst Connecticut MediaSTAMFORD — It’s basic economics, city officials say. Stamford’s housing supply doesn’t satisfy its high demand within the New York City metropolitan area. The shortage allows developers to charge high prices for new single-family homes and rental apartments because people will pay what's listed for the scarce options.
Stamford's Waterside area to get two new industrial buildings

Jan 26, 2024 | stamfordadvocate.com | Jared Weber

One of the buildings on the 9.8-acre property at 375 Fairfield Avenue in Stamford photographed on Jan. 24, 2024. Two new buildings aimed at professional trade showroom clientele were approved by the Zoning Board on Jan. 22. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut MediaThe 9.8-acre property at 375 Fairfield Avenue in Stamford photographed on January 24, 2024. Two new buildings aimed at professional trade showroom clientele were approved by the Zoning Board on Jan. 22.