Asbury Park Considers Redevelopment Plan Amidst Community Concerns

Overview: The Asbury Park Planning Board convened recently to deliberate on a redevelopment plan for 1101 1st Avenue, proposing substantial changes including an increase in residential density and modifications to the use of the property. Central to the discussions were the implications of these changes on affordable housing, the architectural fit with the neighborhood, parking availability, and the potential inclusion of commercial spaces. The board grappled with concerns over the project’s alignment with the master plan and its impact on the surrounding community.

Asbury Park Planning Board Extends Beach Club Zoning Protections

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Asbury Park Planning Board approved a two-year extension of zoning protection for a beach club project proposed by Asbury Partners, despite lingering questions over the project’s approvals and the impact of new FEMA regulations. The board’s decision allows more time for the developer to obtain necessary governmental consents, but raised concerns among board members and residents about the project’s timeline and potential changes to plans.

Asbury Park Plans Multifunctional Development on Springwood Avenue

Overview: The Asbury Park Planning Board’s recent meeting centered on an in-depth review of a multifaceted development proposal by Interfaith Neighbors Inc. for the Marora Center on Springwood Avenue. The project, which encompasses affordable housing units, an early childhood learning center named after Dr. Lorenzo Harris, and a space for the Asbury Park Museum Society, drew both board scrutiny and public interest, particularly regarding its impact on the community, security measures, and architectural design.

Asbury Park Considers Sound Studio Standards in CBD Redevelopment Plan

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Asbury Park Planning Board, a significant amendment to the Central Business District (CBD) Redevelopment Plan was deliberated, centering on the inclusion of a sound recording studio on Cookman Avenue. The proposed amendment, which aimed to permit the studio with a focus on music and video production, mastering, and rehearsal, sparked a discussion among board members on whether to allow such a use in the entire district or limit it to the specified property. The board grappled with the implications of standardizing sound studio requirements versus evaluating applications on a case-by-case basis, considering the diverse nature of the district’s buildings and neighboring uses.

Asbury Park Advances Green Building and Public Safety in Planning Board Meeting

Overview: The Asbury Park Planning Board’s recent meeting underscored the city’s commitment to environmental sustainability and public safety as key elements of local development. The board scrutinized a major project by Denholtz Acquisition LLC, focusing on its pursuit of LEED silver certification, the safety and design of the building’s amenity roof deck, and the implications of the construction staging plan on pedestrian access.