Raritan Township Planning Board Tables Diamond Nation Resolution Amid Traffic Concerns

Overview: The Raritan Township Planning Board meeting focused on several issues, including traffic concerns related to Diamond Nation LLC, the approval of two ordinances amending the land development code, and discussions surrounding a minor subdivision application. The board decided to table the resolution for Diamond Nation, citing unresolved traffic issues, while granting approval to other resolutions and ordinance amendments.

Flemington Planning Board Discusses Development Projects and Parking Ordinance Changes

Overview: The Flemington Planning Board meeting focused on several topics, including a new resident parking ordinance and the progress of various development projects. Key discussions involved the development of Quota Road properties, a proposed cannabis retail center with related site modifications, and ongoing interactions with the New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) regarding traffic and access permits.

Readington School Board Delves into Strategic Planning Amid Community Concerns Over Library Content

Overview: The Readington School Board meeting covered several topics, from the launch of a strategic planning process to debates over the appropriateness of library materials.

Flemington Borough Council Tackles Water Shortage with Master Permit Proposal

Overview: In a recent Flemington Borough Council meeting, officials deliberated on various issues, with particular emphasis on a resolution to address a water allocation crisis through a master permit application. The proposal, introduced to streamline water distribution for multiple development projects, was highlighted as essential due to the borough’s current water limitations and ongoing unfulfilled reservations. Council members expressed concerns about the borough’s precarious water situation and underscored the importance of securing approval from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

Raritan Zoning Board Denies Retreat Center Expansion, Cites Intensification of Use

Overview: The Raritan Township Zoning Board of Adjustment convened to address significant zoning applications, including a proposal for a retreat center that sought recognition as a lawfully created pre-existing non-conforming use. The board ultimately denied this application, citing a lack of evidence for its historical status and concerns about intensified use.