Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board Approves Signage Variance for Law Firm’s New Office

Overview: The Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board meeting held on February 4, 2026, saw the approval of a C variance for the installation of signage at the newly relocated office of the law firm Porzio Bramberg and Newman. The board also addressed various other applications, including the legalization of several structures on a residential property and the rescheduling of a variance hearing.

Cape Canaveral Moves Forward with Easements and Environmental Protections in Productive Meeting

Overview: The Cape Canaveral Planning and Zoning Board convened on March 4, 2026, to address several issues, including the vacation of a utility easement and the establishment of local regulations for the protection of native beach vegetation and dune systems. These discussions resulted in unanimous approvals.

Bernards Zoning Board Deliberates on Multiple Variance Requests Amid Concerns Over Water Management

Overview: In a recent meeting that covered a range of zoning variance requests, the Bernards Zoning Board focused heavily on issues of stormwater management, property modifications, and the technicalities of impervious coverage. The board examined several applications, including a proposed pool installation that raised concerns about water runoff, along with variances for existing and proposed property features.

Boston Zoning Board Greenlights Multifamily Housing Projects Amid Parking Concerns

Overview: The Boston Zoning Board of Appeals, in a recent virtual meeting, navigated a series of complex development proposals, approving several multifamily housing projects despite significant public concern over parking and green space. Notably, the board approved a highly debated project on Williams Avenue, which proposed two new two-family homes, after extensive deliberations on how the project would impact neighborhood parking and open space.

Franklin Zoning Board Approves Solar Array Extension Amid Regulatory Delays

Overview: At the latest Franklin Zoning Board meeting, the board approved a three-year extension for the construction of a floating solar energy array on mining ponds, amidst regulatory delays. The board also deliberated on applications for light industrial use variances, residential additions on undersized lots, and the construction of single-family homes, highlighting ongoing challenges related to zoning regulations and community impact.