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- Gloucester County
- 4/22/24
- 05/02/2024
- 66 Minutes
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Overview: At the recent Franklin Environmental Commission meeting, the most discussion centered around a zoning board application (ZB 24-04) to convert an existing dwelling into an office residence and add a self-storage facility. Commission members raised several concerns, emphasizing potential environmental impacts such as light and noise pollution, the absence of landscaping, and the necessity of a lighting plan. Furthermore, the commission scrutinized the issue of impervious cover on the property and the importance of including a soils map in the plan.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 4/22/24
- 05/04/2024
- 66 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the latest meeting of the Franklin Environmental Commission, a proposed self-storage facility became the focal point of discussions due to concerns about its potential environmental impact. The application, ZB2 24-04, outlines a plan to convert an existing dwelling into an office and construct the facility on multiple lots. Commission members scrutinized the project for its lack of landscaping plans, potential noise and light pollution, and the need for variances, amongst other issues.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 4/22/24
- 05/17/2024
- 67 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Franklin Environmental Commission, discussions were held regarding zoning applications, environmental impacts, and community activities. The commission scrutinized several zoning applications with potential environmental consequences and debated issues related to the town’s development projects, including concerns about wetlands, noise, and light pollution. Furthermore, they discussed the significance of Bird Quest, an upcoming community event, and addressed administrative matters such as the placement of a commission mailbox and the appointment of a representative to the planning board.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 4/18/24
- 04/19/2024
- 77 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Glassboro Zoning Board meeting held recently witnessed a debate over a parking expansion plan, which culminated in a split vote. The issue centered on a variance request, application ZB 23-16, for expanding an existing driveway to provide additional parking for a property used primarily for student housing.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 4/10/24
- 04/10/2024
- 43 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Washington Township Town Council, the body addressed a range of topics with focus on community events and a resident’s concerns about open space violations currently in litigation. The council also recognized local sports achievements, announced upcoming events, and moved to adopt various resolutions and ordinances.
