Asbury Park Zoning Board Approves Accessory Dwelling Unit on Fifth Avenue Amid Concerns over Setbacks and Design

Overview: In a meeting held on November 18, 2025, the Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a revised proposal for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on Fifth Avenue, owned by Robert Yanosey. The application, which had been modified since its initial presentation in August, focused on a two-story ADU to be constructed within the existing garage’s footprint. Despite concerns regarding zoning variances and the impact on neighboring properties, the board voted unanimously in favor of the proposal, contingent on further evaluation of stormwater management and mechanical placements.

Asbury Park Zoning Board Grants Approval for Lattice Amidst Privacy Concerns

Overview: The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment, during its October 28, 2025 meeting, approved a variance for a lattice structure erected by property owner Dale Fior to address privacy and light pollution concerns resulting from a neighboring construction. The lattice, which extends the height of an existing fence, had been installed without the necessary permits, prompting discussions on privacy, neighborhood aesthetics, and zoning compliance.

Asbury Park Zoning Board Approves Garage on Sunset Drive Amid Aesthetic Concerns

Overview: The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment, during its October 14, 2025, meeting, approved a proposal for constructing a detached garage on Sunset Drive. The decision followed debate on the potential visual impact on neighborhood aesthetics and the necessity of the garage for the homeowners. The board ultimately voted to approve the application with conditions, despite some reservations expressed by board members and public commenters.

Asbury Park Zoning Board Approves Amidst Debate Over Roof Deck

Overview: The Asbury Park Zoning Board convened on September 9, 2025, to deliberate on several property development applications, with discussions focusing on the renovation and variance requests for a property on Dunl Street and the contentious status of a roof deck at another location. The board approved significant modifications for the Dunl Street property, while a separate debate about whether a roof deck constituted a non-conforming use highlighted the complexities of zoning interpretations.

Asbury Park Zoning Board Delays Decision on Development Proposal Due to Variance Concerns

Overview: During the recent meeting of the Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment, the primary focus was a development proposal on Fifth Avenue. The application, presented by Mr. Yanosi and architect Mr. Wolf, sought approval for expanding the second floor of an existing residential structure and converting a garage into an accessory dwelling unit (ADU). However, the board decided to delay the decision, citing numerous variances and concerns over the proposal’s impact on the neighborhood.