Fair Haven Zoning Board Advances River Road Property Development

In a recent Fair Haven Zoning Board meeting, a property development project on River Road took center stage as the board deliberated on various proposed changes, including lighting plans, building modifications, parking, and landscaping.

The board reviewed exhaustive details about the property changes, including the addition of a new bathroom and modifications to lighting and signage. The applicant’s licensed architect presented visual aids and explanations, emphasizing improvements and adherence to the 1968 resolution’s criteria. One significant topic was the installation of a new projecting sign facing a residential area, which raised questions about the type of fixtures and character of the lighting. The board scrutinized the updated lighting plan, which aimed to provide sufficient illumination for parking areas while preventing light spillage onto neighboring properties.

Another focal point of the meeting was the building’s exterior treatment, with discussions on whitewashing the brick, painting windows, repairing the cupola, and landscaping enhancements. The height of the cupola and the addition of an osprey weather vane were debated concerning variance requirements and compliance with height regulations.

A recurring theme throughout the meeting was the impact of the proposed changes on the surrounding area, with board members raising questions about potential glare from lighting fixtures, water drainage from the parking area, and the direction of water flow toward Smith Street. The feasibility of implementing measures like a speed bump or trench drain to manage water flow was debated, and the need for further investigation into potential changes to the drainage system was acknowledged.

Landscaping and the placement of plants and trees emerged as key points of discussion, with the board weighing the practicality of parking spaces and the depth of parallel parking spots. Public comments brought up issues of noise pollution and drainage, and the board addressed the potential impact of noise from a nearby fitness studio and area drainage problems.

The board also considered a property on River Road, focusing on a 10-foot KOA weather vane and building height in compliance with residential zone regulations. Conditions to regulate the building’s lighting and address water runoff were discussed, and the application was approved with specific conditions.

The board deliberated on various construction projects, including concerns about a proposed garage’s usability, stormwater mitigation, and aesthetic appearance. Debates centered around garage setbacks, attic space layout, and potential design modifications to minimize visual impact on neighboring properties.

Additionally, the board discussed an addition to a property, contemplating its visual and aesthetic implications, such as the possibility of a vaulted ceiling in the living room and the front porch design. The preservation of trees and the potential need for tree removal to accommodate construction were also debated, along with the consideration of driveway installation to mitigate lot coverage and address runoff issues.

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Mayor:
Josh Halpern
Zoning Board Officials:
Todd Lehder, Peter Neczesny, John Ridgeway, Martin Ryan, Sheri D’Angelo, Frank Forte, Sam Laufer, Paul Kinsella, Al Schiavetti, Douglas Kovats (Board Attorney), Jordan Rizzo (Board Engineer)

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