The meeting commenced with a presentation by applicant Anthony Condur on the proposed seawall deck on Ocean Avenue. The project was subject to intense review as board members and the public sought clarity on the plan’s specifics, including deck width, walkway, staircase, and splash pad. Concerns were raised about potential discrepancies between the plans presented and the actual construction intended, prompting board members to consider requiring revised plans for further examination. The discussion concluded with an agreement that a positive resolution could be considered, provided that revised plans were submitted for review before the next meeting.

The potential modification of Denholtz Applications LLC’s approved site plan and subdivision was another focal point of the meeting. The company sought to alter the original plan from three-bedroom to four-bedroom units, a change that prompted debate among board members. Concerns were raised about the possible strain on parking and the increase in traffic within the area. Questions were posed about the original Redevelopment plan’s stipulations and whether the requested changes were consistent with the initial vision of the development. The representatives from Denholtz Applications LLC, in discussion with the board, explained that their partner, Toll Brothers, deemed the modification necessary to meet market demand and address financing considerations.

The discourse revealed a tension between accommodating growth and maintaining the quality of life for residents.

The meeting also opened the floor to public comments, with community members taking the opportunity to express their views on the proposed changes to the development project. Opinions were mixed, with some residents anticipating the project would bring benefits to the community, while others expressed grave concerns over the implications of adding more bedrooms, particularly regarding the increase in population density, parking, and traffic.

In addition to these development discussions, the meeting touched upon environmental concerns, specifically the management of tree preservation and replacement regulations. Without indicating any particular board member’s comments, it was suggested to include salt-tolerant trees in the ordinance. The board responded by unanimously agreeing to recommend that the council consider this addition to the ordinance.