Asbury Park Planning Board Approves 7-Eleven Mixed-Use Development Amid Parking and Design Discussions

Overview: The Asbury Park Planning Board convened on March 17, 2025, to deliberate on various development proposals, with the approval of a mixed-use 7-Eleven on Bangs Avenue standing out as the meeting’s focal point. This project, a continuation from prior discussions, underwent several revisions to align with board feedback and zoning standards, ultimately receiving unanimous approval.

Asbury Park Planning Board Reviews Interim Parking Lot Proposal Amid Lighting and Space Concerns

Overview: The Asbury Park Planning Board meeting on February 24, 2025, largely revolved around a proposal for an interim parking lot at 512-514 Summerfield Avenue, introduced by Andrew Caris representing SackMan Asset Management LLC. The proposal was for a temporary parking lot comprising 19 spaces, sanctioned by an interim parking agreement with the city.

Asbury Park Planning Board Grapples with 7-Eleven Parking Dispute and Project Revisions

Overview: In a recent Asbury Park Planning Board meeting, the board focused on the contentious parking requirements for a proposed 7-Eleven on Bangs Avenue and significant revisions to the building’s design. The applicant argued against the commercial parking requirement, citing redevelopment plan language and historical property assessments. The board’s planner highlighted an amendment from 2018, leading to debates about the board’s authority over parking issues and whether these should be addressed by the zoning board instead.

Asbury Park Board Amends Plans for a property on Main Avenue Amid Parking Concerns

Overview: The Asbury Park Planning Board’s recent meeting focused on significant amendments to a development project on Main Avenue, alongside deliberations on parking arrangements for the Interfaith Neighbors project on Spring Street. The board approved changes to the residential and commercial project on Main Avenue, which included alterations to the bedroom configurations and a redesign of the building’s facade. These adjustments were made to address previous concerns over architectural encroachments and to align with zoning regulations. Additionally, the board reviewed the parking lease agreement for the Interfaith Neighbors project, emphasizing the need for clarity to ensure adequate parking for both residential units and museum operations.

Asbury Park Planning Board Debates Commercial vs. Parking Space for Downtown Development

Overview: In a recent meeting on November 18, 2024, the Asbury Park Planning Board engaged in a debate over a development proposal on Bangs Avenue, focusing primarily on the trade-off between commercial space and parking requirements. The proposed project, presented by 725 LLC, aimed to develop a four-story residential building with six apartment units but sparked discussions about compliance with existing urban planning standards, particularly those governing the balance of commercial and residential spaces in Asbury Park’s Central Business District (CBD).