Visions for Vacancies: What Should Take Linen N Things Place?

When we launched our initial Visions for Vacancies column last Friday afternoon on Livingston Patch, we asked you for advice on what you would like to see at the site of the former Village at Livingston Pathmark. 

So, we were pleased nearly 450 of you read the article, while 23 readers went the extra yard and provided comments and suggestions. 

A replacement supermarket seemed to be the overwhelming thought on everyone’s minds — ranging from Wegman’s to Stop & Shop, from Whole Foods to Trader Joe’s. 

Several readers thought restaurants like Houston’s or a major food court would fill the space and provide what Livingston residents want.

There was even a suggestion for a Christmas Tree Shoppe and a Michael’s-type crafts store. 

It’s a new week — time for the next Vision for Vacancies challenge. The same rules apply — Forget what zone the building is in. Ignore setback regulations, as well as dump lot coverage rules and all the other zoning jargon that puts most people to sleep.

This week’s property is the site of the former Linens N Things store at 530 W. Mt. Pleasant Avenue near Daven Avenue.

Our bottom line: If you had your way, what would you like to see there? What would be the best use of the space for the community?

For this to continue to work, this can’t be a one-sided conversation. We want to hear from you in our comments section. And, please, let us know if there’s a vacant space or building you know of as well we can feature in a future column.

Send emails about vacant buildings or stores to Essex County Associate Regional Editor Jack Durschlag at jack.durschlag@patch.com.