Newbury Planning Board Evaluates Community Concerns Over Barn at Marsh Meadow Lane Project

Overview: The Newbury Planning Board meeting on October 16, 2024, focused heavily on the ongoing site plan review for Whiffle Tree Works’ proposed use of a barn on Marsh Meadow Lane. The meeting, conducted remotely, addressed various aspects of the project, including community concerns about safety, noise, and environmental impact, stemming from the barn’s intended use as a nonprofit educational space.

Proposed Mosque Sparks Traffic and Parking Concerns in Sayreville

Overview: During the recent Sayreville Borough Planning Board meeting, discussions were dominated by concerns about the traffic and parking implications of a proposed mosque on Ernston Road. The proposed development, which includes a three-story, 44,000 square foot building, has led to debates over the adequacy of parking arrangements, traffic management strategies, and the potential impact on local infrastructure.

Norton Planning Board Faces Traffic Safety Concerns Amid Industrial Development Debate

Overview: The Norton Planning Board convened on October 15 to address critical traffic safety concerns and review a proposed industrial development on Main Street.

West Windsor Planning Board Approves Revised Chick-fil-A Site Plan Amidst Safety and Aesthetic Concerns

Overview: The West Windsor Planning Board convened on October 16, 2024, primarily to discuss and approve a revised site plan for a Chick-fil-A restaurant along US Route One. The meeting, which covered multiple applications, highlighted significant modifications to the Chick-fil-A proposal, including changes to vehicle ingress and egress, lighting, and signage to address previous concerns from the board and the public.

Franklin Planning Board Denies Subdivision Proposal Amid Safety and Zoning Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Franklin Planning Board denied a proposed subdivision application after extensive deliberations on zoning, safety, and neighborhood conformity. The application sought to divide a 32,000-square-foot lot into two smaller parcels, prompting a debate over zoning regulations and the character of the area.