Zoning Board Grants Extension for Fire-Damaged Home Reconstruction in Lunenburg

Overview: At the recent Lunenburg Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, the board granted a two-year extension for the reconstruction of a non-conforming structure on Highland Street, following a devastating house fire. The extension was necessary because the initial two-year timeframe to complete substantial construction had expired. This decision allows the homeowner and her daughter to move forward with their plans to rebuild their residence, which was originally delayed by various logistical challenges.

Sparta Zoning Board Approves Charter School Sign, Denies Digital Billboard for Anderson Farm

Overview: In a detailed meeting, the Sparta Zoning Board approved a digital sign for the Sussex County Charter School while denying a digital billboard proposal for Anderson Farm, highlighting ongoing community debates over safety, aesthetics, and the role of digital advertising in Sparta.

Westport Zoning Board Approves Special Permit Amid Parking Variance Deliberations

Overview: The Westport Zoning Board of Appeals convened to discuss a proposal involving the construction of storage buildings within the aquifer protection district, culminating in the approval of a special permit with specific conditions while deferring a decision on a parking variance. The application by McAd LLC sought to construct three additional buildings on American Legion Highway and requested a variance to reduce the required parking spaces from 41 to 20. After detailed deliberations, the board approved the special permit but debated the necessity of a parking variance extensively.

Revere Zoning Board Approves Key Variances Amid Community Input and Project Delays

Overview: The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals meeting focused on significant variance applications, including approvals for new residential constructions and a special permit delay due to non-compliance issues. The board approved a variance for a single-family dwelling on Patriot Parkway, addressed parking and lot subdivision on Whitney Street, and postponed decisions for projects on Dun Road and Carlton Street pending further compliance.

Pompton Lakes Zoning Board Approves Variances for Home Improvements Amid Public Discussion

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Pompton Lakes Zoning Board approved two significant variance requests, allowing residents to proceed with home improvements that had faced zoning challenges. The meeting, which also addressed the appointment of an Open Space Committee representative, saw active participation from both board members and the public.