Hainesport Board Approves Master Plan Amendment to Meet Housing Obligation

Overview: In a recent Hainesport Land Use Board special meeting, the board approved a amendment to the township’s Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. This amendment was necessary to address an unexpected shortfall in the township’s affordable housing obligations. The original plan, which included contributions from Legacy Treatment Services, fell through when the organization decided not to provide the necessary documentation to participate. To fill the void, negotiations with KES Mobile Home Park and discussions with Habitat for Humanity, as well as a provider of affordable veterans housing, were initiated. The amendment was approved unanimously by the board members present, enabling the township to continue meeting its constitutional obligations for affordable housing.

Beach Haven Land Use Board Denies Variance for Proposed Subdivision

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Beach Haven Land Use Board denied a variance application for a proposed subdivision that would have created two lots smaller than the zoning ordinance’s minimum requirements. The application’s rejection was based on concerns about the lot size variance’s impact on neighborhood density and the potential deviation from the zoning plan. The board’s decision underlines the careful consideration given to maintaining the character and adherence to the regulations of the community.

River Edge Land Use Board Deliberates on Variances and Parking Spaces

Overview: In a series of careful discussions, the River Edge Land Use Board navigated complex zoning variances, parking requirements, and site plan amendments in their latest meeting. The board grappled with applications requiring careful consideration of zoning laws, including the proposal of adding two apartment units in the C1 Zone, the conversion of a commercial building into residential units with a professional office, and a residential property’s request for multiple variances for a pool house and outdoor kitchen.

Bradley Beach Land Use Board Denies Garage Expansion

Overview: In a recent Bradley Beach Land Use Board meeting, a proposed garage expansion on Pacific Avenue took center stage as the board ultimately voted to deny the application, citing the expansion of nonconformity and potential negative impact on the neighborhood. The applicant sought to enclose the area under the existing second-floor canopy and expand the garage to accommodate two cars and storage for bicycles, along with converting the two-bedroom apartment above into a one-bedroom unit. Despite efforts to improve the property aesthetically, the board was divided, with some members expressing reservations about the nonconforming structure’s enlargement and its implications for the community.

Allendale Land Use Board Addresses Affordable Housing and Subdivision Concerns

Overview: In a recent Allendale Land Use Board meeting, one notable issues discussed were the new affordable housing rules and a contentious two-lot subdivision application for a property on West Crescent Avenue LLC. The meeting was significant in laying out a roadmap for the town’s affordable housing responsibilities and in addressing community concerns over potential neighborhood changes and environmental impacts due to proposed property developments.