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.

Raritan Planning Board Deliberates Industrial Park Expansion Amid Resident Concerns

Overview: The Raritan Planning Board meeting featured discussions about the Flemington Industrial Park’s amended preliminary and final site plan for a warehouse addition, which included the demolition of an existing building and the construction of new industrial and office space. Topics included concerns raised by residents regarding the impact of industrial development on their community, particularly in relation to traffic, property values, and safety. The board also scrutinized the proposed site plans, seeking compliance with township ordinances, and addressed various variances and non-conformities related to the projects.

Raritan Planning Board Approves Master Plan Consistency for Flag Poles and Vacating Cul-de-sacs

Overview: At the latest Raritan Planning Board meeting, members approved two items referred from the township committee concerning local infrastructure and regulations. The board found the vacating of portions of Big’s Place and Clarage Lane not inconsistent with the master plan, effectively removing non-existent cul-de-sacs from the township’s map. Additionally, an amendment was passed regarding the clarity of flagpole and lighting regulations in residential and non-residential areas.

Raritan Township Planning Board Approves Site Plan Waiver for Johanna Foods Inc.

Overview: In a recent Raritan Township Planning Board meeting, members approved a site plan waiver for Johanna Foods Inc.’s minor dock expansion, deliberated on the implications of new affordable housing legislation, discussed the updating of the stormwater control ordinance and master plan, and expressed concerns regarding a proposed railroad siding for chemical transportation.