Hot piece of land in Hoboken at center of Christie-Zimmer dispute

[FarCenter]

(CNN) -- Most issues in Hoboken, New Jersey, ultimately boil down to real estate.

So it's no surprise to the residents of the small city that the dustup between their mayor and Gov. Chris Christie's administration centers around three square blocks in the north end of Hoboken.

With multimillion-dollar high-rise views of the New York City skyline, beautifully restored 19th century townhouses on quiet side streets, and trendy restaurants, bars and boutiques along the main drag, real estate is a prime commodity in the city that gave us Frank Sinatra and the reality television show "Cake Boss."

http://www.cnn.com/2014/01/20/politics/new-jersey-hoboken-real-estate/

Real estate development is the heart of local politics throughout the state.

[SharonAnn]

1. Same as in Florida and many other states.

Real estate development is the heart of local politics throughout the state.