Berkeley Heights Zoning Board Grants Two-Year Extension for School Bus Depot Traffic Study

Overview: The Berkeley Heights Zoning Board convened on October 24, 2024, addressing several applications, including a request for a two-year extension on a traffic study for a school bus depot, issues surrounding property expansion and driveway regulations, and A discussion about stormwater management and property line disputes.

Jersey City Zoning Board Evaluates Nine-Story Hotel Proposal Amid Community Concerns

Overview: A recent Jersey City Zoning Board meeting focused on the proposal for a nine-story boutique hotel on Newark Avenue, which featured adaptive reuse of the historic Capital One Bank building. This development, which includes 72 rooms, a restaurant, and various community amenities, seeks several variances, including those for height and use, as hotels are not permitted in the current zone. The project sparked discussion around its potential impacts on local traffic, pedestrian safety, neighborhood aesthetics, and historical preservation.

Sayreville Zoning Board Approves Garage Addition and Fence Variance Amid Community Support

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Sayreville Borough Zoning Board approved two applications: a garage addition on Deerfield Road and a fence variance on Liberty Street. Both approvals came after careful consideration of variances and public comments.

Revere Zoning Board Approves Hotel Expansion Amidst Mixed Resident Reactions

Overview: The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals recently approved a proposal to expand a hotel on Squire Road from 100 to 156 rooms, a decision that sparked debate over economic benefits versus community concerns.

Princeton Zoning Board Approves ADU Variance at Mount Lucas Road Amidst Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Princeton Zoning Board convened to deliberate over several applications, with the most notable being a variance request for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on Mount Lucas Road. The homeowners, Chris and Ronnie, represented by Bryan Kennedy, sought a C1 variance to construct the ADU, intended to house aging family members, including Chris’s mother who is suffering from Alzheimer’s. The proposal faced challenges due to the site’s unique topographical features, including a stream and slopes exceeding 25%, which required exceptions to the township’s zoning regulations.