Livingston Planning Board Approves Subdivision with Variances Despite Neighbor Concerns

Overview: In a special meeting, the Livingston Town Planning Board approved a subdivision application for a property on Hillside Avenue, allowing the creation of two new single-family home lots, despite community concerns regarding zoning non-compliance and potential impacts on neighborhood aesthetics. The decision involved granting variances due to the proposed lots not meeting the minimum size and frontage requirements outlined in Livingston’s zoning ordinance.

Livingston Planning Board Approves Site Plan for Upgraded Express Auto Spa Amid Safety Concerns

Overview: The Livingston Town Planning Board approved the preliminary and final site plan for Express Auto Spa on East Mount Pleasant Avenue, allowing modifications to improve site circulation and customer experience. The plan includes reversing the car wash’s flow, adding vacuum stall spaces, and meeting ADA standards, though it raised concerns about pedestrian safety.

Livingston Planning Board Reviews Multifamily Development Proposal with Pickleball Courts and Traffic Solutions

Overview: In a recent Livingston Town Planning Board meeting, members deliberated over Esplanad Livingston LLC’s application for a new development featuring 280 apartments across two buildings, with a focus on inclusionary housing and recreational amenities. The board also tackled various variances, particularly concerning pickleball court setbacks and parking arrangements, while addressing concerns about traffic flow and pedestrian safety.

Livingston Town Planning Board Investigates Redevelopment Needs of Livingston Mall Property

Overview: The Livingston Town Planning Board held a meeting to discuss the potential designation of the Livingston Mall property as an area in need of redevelopment, considering its significant vacancies, deteriorating conditions, and financial neglect.

Livingston Planning Board Reviews Subdivision Plan Amidst Stormwater Concerns

Overview: The Livingston Town Planning Board convened to review a detailed proposal for a major subdivision affecting properties at 36, 38, and East McLen Avenue. The application, which involves transforming three existing lots into seven new lots, sparked extensive discussion about stormwater management, traffic impacts, and compliance with local zoning regulations.