Somerville Zoning Board Delays Self-Storage Facility Decision Due to Revised Plans
- Meeting Overview:
The Somerville Zoning Board’s recent meeting focused primarily on the delay of a decision regarding a proposed self-storage facility by Nan Realy Holdings LLC. The application was initially slated for discussion but has been postponed to April 15, 2026, due to pending plan revisions. The applicant’s attorney assured the board that revised documents would be submitted promptly to allow for adequate review before the next hearing.
The attorney for Nan Realy Holdings LLC was present to discuss scheduling and confirmed that their team is finalizing changes to the plans, which will be reviewed by the board’s planner and engineer. The board emphasized the importance of adhering to the timeline, with the applicant agreeing to extend the decision period if necessary.
In other discussions, the board addressed the Midoff project, which is under construction, noting that construction permits have been issued and that the project is progressing toward completion by the following year. Additionally, the board discussed the rehabilitation of a property on Vets, which is being reconstructed without altering its original footprint.
The meeting also included a brief conversation about improving the usability of zoning regulations, with an emphasis on making the process less bureaucratic and more accessible for residents. The board is considering modifications to parking requirements and business assessments to better reflect current needs and practices.
A query from a member of the public confirmed that the proposed self-storage facility is not currently permitted under existing zoning regulations, requiring a variance for consideration. The board reiterated that it has the authority to approve or deny such variances.
Brian Gallagher
Zoning Board Officials:
Arthur Adair, Ed Allatt, John Flores, Roberta Karpinecz, Morgan McLachlan, Richard O’Neill, Brian Vadimsky, Eric Alvarez (Alternate #1), Stewart Daniels (Alternate #2), Ryan Bakie (Planning and Zoning Board Secretary), Clifford Gibbons (Board Attorney), Michael Cole (Board Planner and Engineer)
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Meeting Type:
Zoning Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
02/18/2026
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Recording Published:
02/18/2026
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Duration:
17 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
New Jersey
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County:
Somerset County
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Towns:
Somerville
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