Morris Plains Zoning Board Labels Chick-fil-A Application Incomplete

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Morris Plains Zoning Board deemed the application for a Chick-fil-A drive-thru expansion incomplete due to various deficiencies. The application, known as BA 324, lacked sufficient details for eight required checklist items, and the applicant sought waivers for an additional 16 items. One notable issue was the expansion of the current drive-thru to maintain two lanes around the building, which requires minor site plan approval and a variance from the Zoning Board.

Southwick Zoning Board Grapples with Setback Variances and Environmental Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Southwick Zoning Board of Appeals addressed issues involving setback variances and potential environmental hazards. The most notable discussions centered on two properties: one at Three George Lumis Road seeking setback variances to rebuild a fire-destroyed house and another at Two Lakemont Street where environmental concerns and the proximity of a proposed garage to a neighboring property sparked debate.

Glassboro Zoning Board Deliberates Site Development

Overview: The Glassboro Zoning Board meeting brought to the forefront a development proposal by ARG Glassboro Developers LLC which includes a daycare center, a drive-thru coffee shop, and a smaller version of the Friendly’s restaurant on a 2.37-acre lot within the C6 Highway business district. The multifaceted plan, which prompted an extensive review of variances and conditional uses, stirred discussions on traffic impact, parking adequacy, and safety measures for the mixed-use project.

Historic Chatham Structures to Be Restored and Relocated

Overview: In a move for historic preservation in Chatham, the Zoning Board of Appeals has unanimously approved a plan for the relocation and restoration of the Joshua Bur House and a historic windmill located on Shore Road. This decision, reached during their July 18th, 2024 meeting, allows C. Piper Realty Trust to proceed with the careful restoration of these structures.

Zoning Board Faces Complex Development Debates in Fall River

Overview: The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals convened to deliberate on a series of petitions concerning city development, zoning variances, and special permits. Among the topics addressed, attention centered on a divisive proposal by HQV Homes LLC, which sought a special permit to transform a mixed-use building into residential units. This matter stirred considerable debate due to the Preservation Society’s opposition, citing increased density and parking concerns. Additionally, A discussion emerged over the request for a height adjustment for a billboard. Other cases involved subdivision of properties, construction of new residential units, and requests for parking variances.