Raritan Planning Board Weighs Cluster Subdivision Plan

Overview: The Raritan Planning Board’s recent meeting centered on a discussion of a proposed cluster subdivision, which is a design that would potentially alter the local landscape significantly. The subdivision under consideration involves five lots, where the developer presented two conceptual plans: one following conventional subdivision guidelines and another adopting a cluster approach. The cluster subdivision is particularly noteworthy due to its design to reduce the length of the road required and create over eight acres of contiguous open space.

Raritan Planning Board Reviews Master Plan Consistency for Redevelopment District

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Raritan Planning Board engaged in a comprehensive evaluation of a master plan consistency review for the Mavro Holding Redevelopment District. This critical review process was to ensure the proposed redevelopment plan aligns with the township’s master plan. The plan under scrutiny proposed significant zoning changes to expand permitted uses to include manufacturing and processing operations and to increase the maximum lot area, height, and impervious coverage. Concerns were raised by board members about the intensity of the plan, particularly regarding the potential impacts on traffic and flooding, and landscaping requirements.

Raritan Planning Board Approves Woodmont Warehouse Project Amid Traffic Concerns

Overview: The Raritan Planning Board’s recent meeting concluded with the approval of Woodmont Raritan Bronze LLC’s preliminary and final major site plan for a new warehouse development, despite numerous concerns from community members and extensive discussion regarding potential traffic impacts and safety. The approval came with conditions following a detailed examination of traffic studies, the building’s design, including its color scheme, and a focus on the development’s integration with the community’s landscape and aesthetics.

Raritan Planning Board Tackles Redevelopment Plan and Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Raritan Planning Board recently engaged in an extensive review of a redevelopment plan proposed by Woodmont Properties for the old RAR and Bronze site. The plan outlines the transformation of the site into a modern distribution facility, with discussions focusing on environmental impact, traffic management, and community concerns.

Raritan Planning Board Approves Manufacturing Facility Amid Ordinance Debates

Overview: The Raritan Planning Board convened recently to discuss several key developments, including the approval of a new manufacturing facility and the complexities surrounding proposed tree ordinances for residential properties. The meeting, which included technical deliberations and procedural focus, led to the approval of the manufacturing facility, subject to minor revisions and compliance with performance standards. Concurrently, discussions on tree ordinance requirements elicited concerns about the potential burden on homeowners and the need for expert analysis before finalizing decisions.