Howell Zoning Board Denies Flex Warehouse Proposal, Approves Residential Pool Variance

Overview: In a recent session on March 24, 2025, the Howell Township Zoning Board denied a use variance proposal for a flex warehouse and self-storage facility, citing concerns over zoning compliance and community impact. Concurrently, the board approved a residential variance for a swimming pool, addressing both safety and neighborhood integration.

Howell Zoning Board Approves Used Car Dealership Amid Environmental and Traffic Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Howell Township Zoning Board of Adjustment approved an application for a used car sales office on Route 33, with conditions addressing environmental concerns and traffic management. The proposal, which included variances for operating a dual-use property within HD4 and AR2 zoning areas, sparked discussions about potential impacts on the surrounding community.

Howell Zoning Board Deliberates on Traffic Concerns and Development Impacts

Overview: The Howell Zoning Board meeting on February 24, 2025, centered around discussions regarding a proposed development at the intersection of West Farms Road and Fort Plains Road, focusing on traffic impacts, safety concerns, and compliance with zoning ordinances. The meeting drew attention to issues related to a self-storage and flex building project and its potential effects on the community, with public testimonies highlighting the need for careful consideration of traffic patterns and safety measures.

Howell Zoning Board Faces Environmental Concerns in Cemetery Proposal Rejection

Overview: The Howell Zoning Board meeting concluded with the denial of a proposed cemetery project on Adelphia Farmingdale Road, amidst discussions on environmental, traffic, and legal concerns. The board cited significant uncertainties around the environmental impact of the cemetery, particularly relating to groundwater contamination, as the primary reason for their decision. The rejection followed a debate involving expert testimonies, public comments, and legal arguments about the potential adverse effects on the local ecosystem and surrounding community.

Howell Zoning Board Grants Variances for Special Needs School Amid Resident Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Howell Zoning Board approved a conditional use variance for a proposed educational facility designed to teach prevocational skills to students with disabilities on a farm property. The decision, which passed unanimously, grants the Center for Education New Jersey permission to convert a residential structure into a school, despite several zoning ordinance discrepancies. The board’s decision was met with both support and opposition from local residents, highlighting concerns over lighting, traffic, and the preservation of the area’s rural character.