Cape May Zoning Board Faces Dilemma Over Porch Design and Historic Garage Demolition

Overview: The Cape May Zoning Board meeting focused on several significant zoning applications, including a proposed alteration to a screened-in porch that raised questions about compliance with local zoning regulations and the reconstruction of a historically significant garage that had been inadvertently demolished. Both cases highlighted the complexities involved in balancing architectural aesthetics, historical preservation, and zoning compliance.

Cape May Zoning Board Backs Porch and Pool Projects Amid Compliance Scrutiny

Overview: At the recent Cape May Zoning Board meeting, attention was given to two notable applications: one involving the renovation of a multifamily dwelling on Stockton Place and another concerning the construction of an inground swimming pool on Pittsburgh Avenue. Both projects required multiple variances due to existing non-conforming conditions and zoning compliance challenges, prompting discussions among board members and applicants.

Cape May Zoning Board Denies Variance for Grant Street Property Amid Heated Debate

Overview: The Cape May Zoning Board convened recently to review several applications, with the most contentious involving a variance request for a property on Grant Street. The meeting featured discussions on multiple proposals, focusing heavily on issues of compliance with zoning regulations and the potential impacts on the neighborhood.

Cape May Zoning Board Approves Vital Elevator for Special Needs Accessibility

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Cape May Zoning Board took steps to improve the life of a young resident named Abigail, who is confined to a wheelchair due to critical eye impairment. The board discussed and approved a variance request for the construction of an exterior elevator tower at a summer home. This decision stood out in the meeting as it directly impacts the well-being of a family and addresses essential accessibility concerns within the community.

Cape May Zoning Board Deliberates on Property Expansions and Variances

Overview: The Cape May Zoning Board recently faced a series of applications concerning property expansions and variances that sparked debates on zoning regulations and their implications for the community. Among the discussed topics, the board considered expansion proposals for properties on West Perry Street and New York Avenue, as well as variance requests from 1134 Lafayette LLC. Additionally, the board encountered a unique situation involving variance relief for an affordable housing project.