Bridgewater Planning Board Approves New Clubhouse Venue Amid Stormwater Concerns

Overview: During the recent Bridgewater Planning Board meeting, discussions focused on a new clubhouse venue proposal for a property located on Route 22, with emphasis on its impact on local stormwater management and parking arrangements. The board unanimously approved the application, which includes plans for a golf simulator venue, indoor recreational activities, and dining facilities, despite concerns about stormwater runoff and environmental implications.

Bridgewater Planning Board Discusses Quarry Reclamation Plan Amid Calls for Updates

Overview: During the Bridgewater Planning Board meeting on October 7, 2025, discussions revolved around the need for an updated reclamation plan for a local quarry.

Bridgewater Master Plan Unveiled: A Comprehensive Vision for Future Growth and Community Development

Overview: The Bridgewater Planning Board convened on September 30, 2025, for a special meeting focusing primarily on the township’s master plan, a comprehensive guiding document aimed at steering future community development. The meeting was marked by discussions on the master plan’s implications, its detailed components, and the collaborative efforts that shaped its creation. Residents, board members, and officials addressed various concerns, including infrastructure challenges, housing diversity, transportation issues, and community engagement, highlighting the plan’s role in fostering a sustainable and inclusive Bridgewater.

Bridgewater Planning Board Advances Zoning Amendments for Affordable Housing Initiatives

Overview: The Bridgewater Planning Board meeting primarily focused on zoning amendments to enhance affordable housing, successfully advancing proposals that align with the township’s housing element and fair share plan. Key discussions included the introduction of the R10A zone for a group home dedicated to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and a new AH3 zone promoting multifamily rental units and housing for disabled veterans. The board unanimously approved these amendments.

Bridgewater Planning Board Scrambles to Meet Affordable Housing Deadline, Averting Potential Legal Challenges

Overview: In a special meeting held on June 25, 2025, the Bridgewater Township Planning Board focused on the urgent adoption of the housing element and fair share plan of the township’s master plan. This critical action aimed to comply with the state’s Fair Housing Act and avoid exposure to builder remedy lawsuits, which could allow developers to bypass local controls if the June 30 deadline was missed.