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Billionaire Developer Says West Orange Broke Deal After Rejecting Apartment Project

Source: Baristanet · Jul 30, 2026, 9:00 AM

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Zygmunt Wilf's real estate company, West Essex Highlands Inc., filed a civil lawsuit against West Orange on July 24, claiming the township broke a deal by rejecting a sprawling apartment development.

The lawsuit names the township, township council, and planning board as defendants. According to the filing by attorney Bryan Plocker, the project involved approximately 500 apartments.

The case centers on whether West Orange violated an agreement with the developer regarding the project's approval process.

Key points

  • West Essex Highlands Inc., owned by billionaire Zygmunt Wilf, filed suit against West Orange township on July 24
  • The lawsuit alleges West Orange breached a deal by rejecting the apartment development project
  • The project involved approximately 500 residential units
  • The lawsuit names the township council and planning board as co-defendants
  • The case is expected to test local zoning and development approval processes in West Orange

FAQ

What is the West Essex Highlands project?
The project is a sprawling apartment development involving approximately 500 units proposed by West Essex Highlands Inc., a real estate company owned by billionaire Zygmunt Wilf and his family.
Why is Wilf suing West Orange?
According to the lawsuit filed by attorney Bryan Plocker, West Orange rejected the apartment project after allegedly agreeing to it. Wilf's company claims the township broke the deal by denying the development.
Who is being sued?
The lawsuit names West Orange township, the township council, and the township planning board as defendants in the civil case.

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