Old Bridge Township Zoning Board Approves Use Variance for Diamond Business

Overview: The Old Bridge Township Zoning Board recently granted a use variance to Hassel Stein Inc. , a diamond business, allowing it to operate within a predominantly office-zoned area on Mwan Road. The approval followed discussions on the compatibility of the business with current zoning regulations and its impact on the community.

Millburn Zoning Board Deliberates on Signage Variance for Millburn Avenue Business

Overview: In a recent Millburn Town Zoning Board meeting, a portion of the discussion focused on a signage variance request for a commercial property on Millburn Avenue. The applicant, representing Signature Realty, sought approval for a sign placement that did not meet the current ordinance’s height restrictions, arguing that it was necessary for better visibility due to the area’s vehicular traffic nature. The board also considered several other zoning applications, including a variance request for a property on Great Hills Road.

Red Bank Zoning Board Reviews Substation Improvements, Discusses Application Delays

Overview: The Red Bank Zoning Board of Adjustment convened to deliberate on several issues, primarily focusing on a proposal by Jersey Central Power and Light Company to expand the substation on Newman Springs Road. The board also tackled a property subdivision on Broad Street, amid concerns over procedural clarity and incomplete applications.

Bernards Zoning Board Faces Strong Opposition from Residents on Proposed Allen Road Manufacturing Development

Overview: During the latest Bernards Zoning Board meeting, the proposed development of a light manufacturing plant on Allen Road emerged as the central issue, sparking widespread opposition from local residents. Concerns were primarily focused on the potential increase in truck traffic, environmental impact, and the preservation of community character. The applicant, Signature Acquisitions, is seeking multiple variances that, if granted, would alter the zoning landscape of the area.

Fall River Zoning Board Faces Community Pushback on Multi-Family Housing Proposals

Overview: The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals tackled several contentious issues in their recent meeting, with the most focus on proposals for multi-family housing developments. These proposals elicited strong reactions from community members concerned about neighborhood congestion, parking shortages, and the impact on local character.