Plenty of development in Ventnor, Margate and Brigantine. Why not Atlantic City? Why no cranes in the sky?
Watch another powerful podcast from Ducktown Tavern owner, Johnny Exadaktilos.
Why does Atlantic City place so many hurdles in front of developers and entrepreneurs?
Developers and those seeking permits disrespected?
Mayor Marty Small manipulating AC Building Department managed by Anthony Cox?
Anthony Cox is a 30 year employee of Atlantic City. Construction Official. / Licensing and Inspections.
Johnny Ex: The Gov. Murphy administration / DCA now forcing Marty Small administration to allow Mr. Cox to issue permits being held up for no justifiable reason.
Mayor Marty Small accused of placing unnecessary hurdles in front of Black entrepreneurs and female angel investors?
Allegation: Building permits in Atlantic City are being delayed or denied, without proper justification.
Example: Hammer and Nails Men’s Salon on AC Boardwalk at Ocean Club.
Not easy doing business in Atlantic City. Finally, NJ State is getting involved. Developers finally receive permits.
From Hammer and Nails Ocean Club Facebook page: It has been quite a journey trying to bring Hammer & Nails to the Atlantic City Boardwalk. It’s not been easy to say the least. There have been many hurdles in our buildout which stems from major delays with the city. On average it takes 6 months to get permits, 90+ days to get inspections. Now we’re looking towards the state intervening and help us move this project along.
Hammer and Nails founder Michael Elliot once stepped into the Shark Tank seeking $200,000 for a 20% stake in his company.
Even though Michael Elliot didn’t do a deal with a Shark, he got his $200,000 from eight viewers of this Shark Tank episode, two of whom are African American female angel investors.
Since airing, Hammer and Nails expanded its offerings: haircuts and straight razor shaves too.
Hammer & Nails, more than just a barbershop.
Manicures and Pedicures, Haircuts, Shaves and Face Care.
Marty Small administration making potential developers think twice about investing in Atlantic City.
Good Dog Bar near Stockton recently left AC. According to their goodbye post, permit delays played a role in their quick exit.
Permit Delays Causing Frustration As Atlantic Club Pushes Comeback Date To Beyond 2025
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I am a permit expeditor based in Atlantic City, we get permits daily and have never had any issues with Anthony Cox or his staff, I personally find him to be very professional and helpful. Our Mayor is another story as he and his administration have failed our community over and over again. If you or anyone else needs help getting through the permit process give us a call at Boardwalk Design & Development Inc. 609-418-9198. Over 20 years of experience in this area!! DCA and Local permitting professionals here at Boardwalk!!
Give us a call Michael Elliot, we love your concept!
Patty Curran
We recently opened a business in Atlantic City and had a great deal of issues getting permits and licenses. We experienced delays, run around and a general lack of urgency from AC government.
Due to these issues, we missed the very important summer season and now are struggling to get sales.
Big regrets choosing AC to do business in.
I agree with Patty above, the Construction Office and Mr. Cox are very professional and it is a well run office. Most of the licensing offices are run in a professional manner.