Residents of Pemberton Township, New Jersey, are expressing their outrage over a recent decision by local officials to approve the development of a 300-home complex on the historic Jacob Greenberg and Sons' 150-acre farm. The Pemberton Township council voted on May 6 to grant a five-year tax abatement to K. Hovnanian Homes, allowing the developer to pay taxes on only 20% of the property's value initially. This project includes 40 income-restricted units to help fulfill the town's obligations under New Jersey's Fair Share Housing law. Locals are concerned that the development will destroy farmland, disrupt wildlife habitats, and worsen traffic congestion in the area. Many residents, including local Karl Houwen, argue that there are alternative sites for development that would not impact agricultural land. The council's decision has sparked significant backlash, with some members admitting they felt pressured to approve the deal due to prior agreements made by previous officials. This development contradicts Burlington County's Farmland Preservation Program, which aims to protect agricultural land.