The most notable topic addressed during the meeting was the discussion about revising the board’s rules regarding adjournments of applications. This conversation was sparked by an incident where an application to convert a repair garage into a convenience store was postponed at the last minute, leaving board members and potentially interested parties uninformed. The board is considering adopting a policy similar to the planning board’s, which mandates public renotification if an application is adjourned at the last minute. Such a change would ensure transparency and fairness to the public, especially for applications that have been postponed multiple times. The board plans to draft and review proposed language for this policy at a future meeting.

In addition to procedural discussions, the board also approved a variance request from a resident on Sunflower Road, allowing for an impervious surface of 21.03% against the township’s 20% limit. The applicant, who had carefully planned the addition to minimize impact, sought to add a bedroom to their home while preserving existing outdoor spaces. The board’s approval came with acknowledgment of the applicant’s efforts to comply with township regulations as closely as possible, and the decision was made without public opposition.