Bradley Beach Residents Voice Concerns Over Budget Transparency and Financial Management

Overview: The Bradley Beach Land Use Board meeting was dominated by a debate over the 2024 Municipal budget, with residents and council members alike expressing frustrations about transparency, communication, and financial discrepancies.

Bradley Beach Land Use Board Approves Key Variances Amid Concerns Over Zoning Compliance

Overview: The Bradley Beach Land Use Board convened to address several applications, including the approval of key variances for local homeowners despite ongoing concerns about zoning compliance and property functionality. The most notable discussions centered around the extension of time for Coastal Custom Builders, a proposal by Brian Downey to construct a new garage with an apartment, and the complexities of adhering to new zoning regulations for undersized lots.

Bradley Beach Land Use Board Denies Garage Expansion

Overview: In a recent Bradley Beach Land Use Board meeting, a proposed garage expansion on Pacific Avenue took center stage as the board ultimately voted to deny the application, citing the expansion of nonconformity and potential negative impact on the neighborhood. The applicant sought to enclose the area under the existing second-floor canopy and expand the garage to accommodate two cars and storage for bicycles, along with converting the two-bedroom apartment above into a one-bedroom unit. Despite efforts to improve the property aesthetically, the board was divided, with some members expressing reservations about the nonconforming structure’s enlargement and its implications for the community.

Bradley Beach Land Use Board Approves Historic Property Renovation

Overview: The Bradley Beach Land Use Board recently approved an application for the renovation of a significant historic property, which will see the conversion of a former bed and breakfast into a single-family home. This decision was among the topics addressed during the board’s latest meeting, which also included discussions on a new restaurant site plan, changes to a movie theater, and various variance requests.

Bradley Beach Land Use Board Approves New Pool and Subdivision Plans

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Bradley Beach Land Use Board approved applications involving the installation of an inground swimming pool and the reconfiguration and subdivision of lots. The meeting unfolded with unanimous approvals and discussions that addressed community concerns and potential impacts on the neighborhood.