Allendale Land Use Board Grapples with Affordable Housing Obligations and Development Concerns

Overview: The Allendale Land Use Board meeting centered on the topics of affordable housing obligations and proposed residential developments, sparking discussions on the impact of these plans on the community’s character and infrastructure. The board deliberated on the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs’ (DCA) new affordable housing obligation numbers for 2025-2035, which estimate that Allendale will need to add 260 affordable housing units. Discussions highlighted the challenges of adhering to these numbers while preserving the town’s existing character and addressing infrastructure constraints.

Allendale Land Use Board Delves into Expansion of Nursing Home Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Allendale Land Use Board’s recent meeting focused on the proposed expansion of a non-conforming assisted living and skilled nursing facility on Hariton Road. The deliberations involved addressing community concerns over site modifications, such as lighting, parking, and waste management, as the facility seeks to add an 8,541 square foot extension. Key topics included the relocation of the trash compactor, traffic flow, and compliance with emergency access requirements.

Allendale Land Use Board Postpones Decision on Rehab Center Application

Overview: The Allendale Land Use Board meeting addressed several issues, including the postponement of a application regarding Allendale Rehab and Healthcare, discussions on affordable housing mandates, and various approvals and public comments.

Allendale Land Use Board Advances Flood Resilience Measures

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Allendale Land Use Board, the most significant matter addressed was the community’s resilience to flooding. The board discussed updates to flood maps, infrastructure maintenance to mitigate flooding, and the impact of climate change on the frequency of unexpected flooding events. The meeting also covered the approval of a backup generator installation at Intercam Corporation’s pharmaceutical storage facility, the update to the land use plan, and the hazard vulnerability assessment study.

Allendale Land Use Board Addresses Affordable Housing and Subdivision Concerns

Overview: In a recent Allendale Land Use Board meeting, one notable issues discussed were the new affordable housing rules and a contentious two-lot subdivision application for a property on West Crescent Avenue LLC. The meeting was significant in laying out a roadmap for the town’s affordable housing responsibilities and in addressing community concerns over potential neighborhood changes and environmental impacts due to proposed property developments.