Summit City Zoning Board Grants Key Approvals Amid Floodplain and Club Renovation Discussions

Overview: The Summit City Zoning Board convened on September 4, 2024, addressing a variety of issues, including floodplain regulations, property extensions, and the Beacon Hill Club’s facilities renovation plan. approvals and discussions included extensions for properties affected by mold and flooding, plans for managing stormwater in flood-prone areas, and extensive renovations proposed by the Beacon Hill Club.

Montclair Town Zoning Board Approves Key Variances Amidst Traffic and Community Concerns

Overview: During the September 4, 2024, Montclair Town Zoning Board meeting, the board approved variances for a residential development on Laurel Place and discussed a contentious seven-unit development proposal on Orange Road. The meeting was marked by detailed deliberations on traffic studies, community impact, and zoning regulations, reflecting a complex dialogue between developers, board members, and residents.

Bernards Zoning Board Approves Property Expansion Amid Community Support and Deliberations

Overview: The Bernards Zoning Board meeting centered on multiple property improvement applications, with discussions on variances, community feedback, and compliance with local regulations. The most pressing topic involved the approval of an expansion project on Chimney Ash Farm Road, which required variances for increased impervious coverage.

Cranbury Zoning Board Approves Nail Spa Despite Zoning Challenges

Overview: On September 4, 2024, the Cranbury Zoning Board unanimously approved an application to open a nail spa at 27A Maplewood Avenue, despite zoning regulations that typically prohibit commercial uses in the residential area.

Long Hill Zoning Board Deliberates on Use Variance for In-Family Suite and Height Variance for New Home

Overview: The Long Hill Zoning Board met on September 3, 2024, to consider applications for significant zoning variances, including a use variance for converting a senior suite into an in-family suite and a height variance for a new residential construction.