Historic Takanassee Buildings Moved to Private Lot
Three buildings will be restored by developer
The former site of Takanassee Beach Club in Long Branch is missing two of its most historic buildings. A developer, Douglas Jemal, had two of the buildings, the Captain’s House from the 1870s and the the Port Huron House moved to his residence at 900 Ocean Ave late last week. The two buildings were loaded onto the backs of trucks and moved down the street where they will be restored by Jemal. Jemal had to obtain a CAFRA permit to make the move, according to New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Spokesman Bob Considine. Considine said the exterior of the captain's house will be "restored to its original condition." "The interior has to be adapted as a use for a pool cabana," Considine said. He said no revitalization …
Joseph
2:30 am on Thursday, March 28, 2013
1:15 am on Thursday, March 28, 2013 Well it cannot be TAKANASSE anymore! The City of Long Branch had a huge hand in totally destroying the Very Best & Most Beautiful Location in the City Long Branch! The Sandy Storm did some damage! But Honestly!, Most of all the damage was done by neglect of City Officials, and the current property owner. If you want proof! I will give it to you! That Location … more ›