Contamination cleanup delays Newark apartment project, completion pushed back

Source: https://www.fingerlakes1.com/, April 28,. 2026

A major housing project in Newark is facing delays after environmental contamination was discovered on parts of the site, forcing a temporary halt to some construction earlier this year.

Work at Coventry Commons, a $60 million redevelopment on Harrison Street, was impacted after testing revealed the presence of volatile organic compounds in soil, groundwater, and vapor. The findings prompted state officials and developers to pause activity in affected areas while a remediation plan was developed. Read more.

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