Asbury Park Zoning Board Approves Pool Placement

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Asbury Park Zoning Board approved a contentious pool placement application, despite split opinions and a detailed public discussion on the project’s compliance with local zoning regulations. The board’s decision to greenlight the pool, which is to be located in the front yard of a property, came with several stipulations. These included relocating mechanical equipment, preserving existing trees, adjusting stormwater piping, and potentially adding a fence behind the pool equipment to address safety and aesthetic concerns.

Zoning Board Grapples with Construction Deviations at Asbury Park Meeting

Overview: The Asbury Park Zoning Board of Adjustment’s recent meeting on April 9th, 2024, was dominated by discussions regarding numerous deviations from approved plans for a property at 306th Avenue. The property owner and their representatives faced rigorous questioning about alterations made without proper approvals, which included changes to the property’s layout, elimination of certain architectural features, and deviations from material specifications.

Asbury Park Zoning Board Approves Key Home Additions Amidst Variances

Overview: The Asbury Park Zoning Board meeting convened to discuss significant home improvements proposed by local homeowners, focusing on the plans and necessary variances for property extensions. The board granted approval for two homeowner requests after careful consideration of design impacts and neighborhood aesthetics.

Asbury Park Zoning Board Approves Construction on Undersized Lot with Conditions

Overview: The Asbury Park Zoning Board approved the application by Mammoth Investment Partners to construct a home on an undersized lot on Dit Avenue, subject to specific conditions regarding stormwater management and building structure. Despite the reduced home size, the project still required variances, which were discussed in depth during the meeting. The board’s deliberations also included a focus on the property’s stormwater drainage plan and the potential impact of a missing sidewalk on this system.

Asbury Park Zoning Board Appoints New Officials and Debates Residential Variances

Overview: In a recent Asbury Park Zoning Board meeting, several decisions were made regarding staff appointments and A discussion unfolded over a homeowner’s request for multiple variances. The board appointed Chris Avalone as chairman, John Scully as vice chair, along with other key positions, and adopted the 2024 meeting schedule. A residential application for a property on Bridge Street became a focal point, as the homeowner sought variances for patio expansion, pool equipment relocation, and a fence installation, sparking a debate on the balance between aesthetic desires and zoning regulations.