Franklin Planning Board Grapples with Affordable Housing Mandates Amid New Developments

Overview: In a detailed meeting of the Franklin Planning Board, the primary focus revolved around the township’s substantial obligation to provide 714 affordable housing units over the next decade as mandated by state regulations. Alongside this pressing matter, the Board also reviewed development projects, including an application from Rutter’s Prep for a new assembly and performing arts building.

Macedonia Church’s Expansion Project Gains Approval from Franklin (Somerset County) Planning Board Amid Parking and Design Adjustments.

Overview: The Franklin Planning Board recently approved the Macedonia Church of God’s application for a new building, concluding a process that involved discussions on design modifications and parking requirements. The board’s approval came after the church addressed concerns regarding building aesthetics, functionality, and parking needs, with modifications that include eliminating balcony seating to reduce the demand for parking spaces.

Franklin Planning Board Denies Subdivision Proposal Amid Safety and Zoning Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Franklin Planning Board denied a proposed subdivision application after extensive deliberations on zoning, safety, and neighborhood conformity. The application sought to divide a 32,000-square-foot lot into two smaller parcels, prompting a debate over zoning regulations and the character of the area.

Franklin Planning Board Approves Jansen Pharmaceuticals’ Fire Service Upgrade Amid Extensive Discussions

Overview: The Franklin Planning Board, during its September 18, 2024 meeting, unanimously approved a fire service upgrade proposal by Jansen Pharmaceuticals for their site on Cotton Tail Lane. The meeting, attended by several board members including Councilman Ted Chase and Charles Brown, saw discussions on the technical aspects and implications of the project.

Franklin Planning Board Debates Subdivision Proposals and Community Concerns

Overview: At the recent Franklin Planning Board meeting, several contentious subdivision proposals were discussed, highlighting community concerns regarding zoning compliance, safety, and neighborhood integrity. The meeting included extensive deliberations on applications that aimed to subdivide conforming lots into non-conforming ones, raising questions about zoning laws, public safety, and the potential impact on local real estate values.