Lopatcong Board Addresses Zoning and Land Use Ordinances

Overview: In a recent Lopatcong Township Planning Board meeting, members deliberated on significant zoning and land use matters that may reshape local properties and affect residential expansion. The board reviewed and recommended two ordinances for council consideration, focusing on the vacation of a “paper street” and amendments to zoning regulations to permit non-intensifying residential expansion.

Lopatcong Planning Board Proposes Zoning Ordinance Amendment

Overview: The Lopatcong Planning Board met to discuss a proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance aimed at easing the process for homeowners with non-conforming structures looking to make improvements. The amendment, if enacted, would enable certain expansions without the need for a variance, provided that the non-conformity is not intensified. The Board also honored longtime volunteer Gary Van Vliet for his service and administered oaths to new and returning board members.

Planning Board Approves Variance and Revised Site Plan for Cubes at US22 Sub1 LLC Project

Overview: In a recent meeting, the local Planning Board witnessed developments regarding the Cubes at US22 Sub1 LLC project at the former Philipsburg Mall site. The board approved a critical variance for stormwater management and the revised site plan, which includes substantial changes in site circulation and stormwater design. Moreover, the board conducted its annual reorganization, appointing Robert Samson as chairman, Susan DiLeo as vice chair, and Beth Dilts as secretary. The meeting also touched upon the need for revisions to the zoning ordinance related to non-conforming structures.