Belmar Zoning Board Approves Residential Construction Plans Amid Variances

Overview: The recent meeting of the Belmar Zoning Board was marked by the approval of several residential construction applications, despite the necessity for variances relating to building coverage, setbacks, and parking. The board granted permissions for projects that included the rebuilding of properties damaged or destroyed, and the addition of new structures, highlighting the continued development and change in the local architectural landscape.

Jersey City Zoning Board Faces Community Pushback on Tree Preservation and Parking Issues

Overview: In a recent Jersey City Zoning Board meeting, community members expressed strong concerns regarding a development proposal on Glenwood Avenue.

Piscataway Zoning Board Approves Anor Academy’s Relocation

Overview: The Piscataway Township Zoning Board approved the relocation of Anor Academy to a new site on Hos Lane, addressing concerns about traffic, parking needs, and the potential impacts on the local community. The approval included a use variance for the religious school, an existing side yard setback variance, and a parking variance, following a detailed examination of the academy’s needs and proposed site improvements.

Revere Zoning Board Approves Multiple Special Permits and Variances, Including Family Expansion Projects

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Revere Zoning Board of Appeals approved several special permits and variances, addressing applications for residential expansions and new constructions, with unanimous decisions reflecting community support and the board’s review process.

Union Zoning Board Denies Driveway Variance, Delays Church and Event Space Cases

Overview: The Union Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a variance for a property on Rosner Drive LLC, which sought to construct a driveway without a garage, and postponed decisions on two other cases during its recent meeting. The denial of the driveway variance was reached unanimously among present board members, while the cases regarding Ukrainian Evangelical Assemblies of God and Toros Home LLC were adjourned to future dates.