Starbucks Proposal Faces Traffic Management Scrutiny at Bridgewater Zoning Board Meeting

Overview: The Bridgewater Zoning Board meeting on March 11, 2025, focused on the ongoing discussions regarding the proposed Starbucks development on Route 22, delving into site plan modifications and traffic management strategies. Key elements of the meeting included changes to the site’s ingress and egress, traffic flow impacts, and the effectiveness of signage and enforcement to mitigate potential traffic disruptions.

Bridgewater Zoning Board Critically Reviews Cemetery Expansion Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Bridgewater Township Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting focused on a proposed building addition at St. Bernard’s cemetery, addressing numerous concerns, particularly the environmental and aesthetic impacts on surrounding areas, including an adjacent golf course. The board also deliberated on the necessity of variances and the project’s implications for local traffic and landscape.

Bridgewater Zoning Board Weighs Visions and Pathways Housing Plan for Foster Care Youth

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Bridgewater Township Zoning Board of Adjustment deliberated on a housing proposal from Visions and Pathways, aimed at providing independent living for young adults transitioning out of foster care. The application, seeking multiple variances, proposes to construct ten studio apartments on Third Avenue, with the intent of supporting youth who have aged out of the foster system. The initiative aims to bridge the gap in affordable housing and offer stability to young adults as they strive for self-sufficiency.

Bridgewater Zoning Board Debates Signage and Variances for New Car Dealership

Overview: The Bridgewater Zoning Board meeting focused on the contentious application for a new Land Rover dealership on Route 22 West, highlighting debates over proposed signage and multiple variance requests. The applicant, Paul Miller Auto Group, seeks approval for a site plan that includes significant branding changes and operational strategies for the dealership. The board expressed concerns about the proposal’s potential impact on the local aesthetic and precedent it might set.

Bridgewater Zoning Board Approves Residential Modifications Amid Community Support

Overview: The Bridgewater Zoning Board’s recent meeting focused on several key development applications, with emphasis on proposed modifications to residential properties following fire damage. The board approved major changes to home designs and granted necessary variances, reflecting strong community support and careful consideration of zoning regulations.