Bedminster Secures Affordable Housing Compliance, Avoids Builder’s Remedy Lawsuits Until 2035

Overview: The Bedminster Land Use Board meeting focused on securing the township’s compliance with affordable housing obligations, affirming that Bedminster has met its fourth round housing requirements, thereby protecting the township from builder’s remedy lawsuits until July 1, 2035. Detailed discussions on the township’s housing element and fair share plan for 2025, as well as the status and management of the affordable housing trust fund, highlighted the meeting.

Franklin Trails Committee Eyes Key Grant for Williams Park Accessibility Upgrades

Overview: The Franklin Trails Advisory Committee is prioritizing the Williams Park project in a bid for Somerset County Trails Grant funding. The committee, during its recent meeting, discussed various trail-related projects and events, emphasizing the potential impact of securing this grant to improve community connectivity and access.

Somerville Grapples with EV Charging Safety and Granite Building’s Historic Revitalization

Overview: In a meeting of the Somerville Planning Board on June 11, 2025, the board navigated complex discussions on electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure safety and the revitalization of the historic Granite building. The board addressed the safety implications of EV chargers in parking structures and explored the redevelopment of the Granite building, a significant local landmark.

Residents Voice Concerns Over Warehouse Development Impacting Hillsborough Community

Overview: The Hillsborough Planning Board meeting on June 5, 2025, saw a turnout as residents expressed strong opposition to a proposed warehouse development along Homestead Road. Concerns centered on the potential negative impacts on traffic, environment, and community character. The application by Campus Associates LLC, which involves constructing large warehouse buildings, has sparked debate, highlighting issues with zoning compliance, environmental permits, and public safety.

Franklin Zoning Board Approves Signage and Pool Variances in June Meeting

Overview: In a recent Franklin Zoning Board meeting, decisions included the approval of a variance for a 30-foot sign for Muhammad But’s business on Route 27 and a variance for an inground pool installation on Patton Drive, exceeding the impervious surface limitation.