Subdivision approval helps pave the way for Madison’s ownership of Drew Forest

Key points

• Planning Board approved the lot subdivision on July 29
• The subdivision is required for Madison to take ownership of Drew Forest
• This approval represents a major step toward preserving the forest as public land
• The borough has been working to acquire the property for conservation purposes

FAQ

What is Drew Forest and why does Madison want to own it?

Drew Forest is a wooded area in Madison that the borough seeks to acquire and preserve as public land. Taking ownership would allow the municipality to protect the forest for community conservation and recreational use rather than having it remain in private hands.

Why did the Planning Board need to approve a subdivision?

The lot subdivision approval is a regulatory requirement that must be completed before the property can be transferred to municipal ownership. It restructures the land parcels in a way that allows the borough to proceed with acquisition.

What happens next in the process?

Following this Planning Board approval, there are likely additional steps required to finalize Madison's ownership of Drew Forest, though specific next steps were not detailed in this announcement.