Homeowners in the vicinity of Garden City Center in Cranston are raising alarms about the impact of ongoing construction. Several residents report that the work generates loud vibrations in the early morning hours, disrupting sleep and creating a sense of unease.
One woman, who asked to remain unnamed, described how the noise shakes her bedroom walls: “My bedroom is right in the backyard and it shakes. I can’t sleep. There is no rest.” She added that the site appears relatively quiet during daylight, leaving her to wonder why the disturbance intensifies at night.
In addition to the noise, neighbors are worried about piles of dirt left on the property. With autumn leaves beginning to fall, the debris could become more visible from nearby homes. “I don’t want to see a pile of dirt,” the resident said.
Several locals also linked the construction activity to a growing rodent problem in the area, noting an increase in sightings near their houses and nearby restaurants. “If you have one or two, it’s OK, but it’s really bad now since they started the construction,” one neighbor explained.
What is happening at Garden City Center?
Garden City Center is an outdoor shopping and dining hub that is currently undergoing several changes. The former Newport Creamery building was demolished in July, and the Newport Restaurant Group has announced plans for a new restaurant on the former Applebee’s site. It is not yet clear whether these redevelopment projects are directly related to the dirt piles and construction activity described by residents.
Local media outlet NBC 10 reached out to Garden City Center for comment on the construction schedule, the handling of the dirt piles, and the community’s concerns, but a response had not been received at the time of publication.
Community response and next steps
Residents are urging the developers and city officials to address the noise, dust and rodent issues promptly. They request clearer communication about construction timelines, mitigation measures for dust control, and steps to prevent the spread of rodents.
City officials have not yet issued a statement, but the situation underscores the importance of balancing development with the quality of life for nearby families. As the project progresses, continued dialogue between developers, municipal authorities and the community will be essential to ensure that the revitalization of Garden City Center does not come at the expense of residents’ peace and health.
Original reporting: NBC 10 WJAR (Sinclair) – local — read the source article.
