New York Massage Parlors: With zoning changes in Cranford some businesses get fast track, others get red …
The discussion over the change began in May when Zoning Officer Robert Hudak suggested that a change in language of the zoning code regarding “personal services”. Hudak said at the time that some of the uses included in the ordinance — such as tattoo parlors, massage parlors, and steam baths — could lead to circumstances in which the township would be unable to easily differentiate between legitimate businesses and businesses that offered illegal services. Speaking about requests received by his office, Hudak said some businesses that could harbor illegal activity had contacted the zoning office for information.
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While the exclusion of massage parlors from the list eases some differing opinions on the Township Committee, the governing body agreed to the language of the ordinance stating that excluding massage would prevent legitimate business — such as massage therapists, chiropractors, and salons that offer spa services — from operating with in Cranford.