For nearly a year, community groups in Fells Point have been pressing their councilman, James B. Kraft, to introduce height restrictions in an historic district that developers have eagerly eyed for large-scale construction.

Today Kraft, whose term in office ends on December 5, blamed “the leadership” of the same groups for his decision to back away from the proposed Greater Fells Point Overlay District.

His decision opens up the potential for new construction reaching 60 feet, subject to approval by a city historic commission and other regulations.

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