Raritan Zoning Board Deliberates on Commercial Use and Septic System Plans for Local Business

Overview: The Raritan Zoning Board meeting on April 2, 2026, predominantly revolved around applications seeking approvals and variances for mixed-use properties and commercial developments. A significant portion of the discussion focused on the application by Lewis A. Pastano Hernandez and Margarita Pastano for site plan approval concerning their business, Evolution Pool Liners, located on Nine Cool Road. The application required variances for commercial use in an AR-2 zone and adjustments to setback standards, alongside proposed enhancements to the property, including a new septic system.

Raritan Zoning Board Dismisses Pool Application, Approves Deck Variance Amid Stormwater Concerns

Overview: The Raritan Zoning Board meeting held on March 19, 2026, featured discussions on three applications, culminating in the dismissal of a pool variance request and the approval of a deck variance that addressed stormwater runoff concerns. The board also granted a time extension to Countryside Properties LLC for a site plan application.

Raritan Zoning Board Delays Key Decisions Due to Insufficient Notices and Conservation Issues

Overview: At the recent Raritan Zoning Board meeting, significant delays were announced in the consideration of two variance applications, primarily due to insufficient notification and complex conservation easement issues. The board decided to reschedule the hearing for a proposed hotel expansion and a residential pool installation due to procedural and regulatory setbacks.

Raritan Zoning Board Faces Lengthy Application Delays and Clarifications on Business Classifications

Overview: The Raritan Zoning Board meeting on February 5, 2026, primarily revolved around two applications: the prolonged case of Cheryl and Vincent Bernetti seeking a variance for an inground pool, and DCX Stock Rowan Urban Renewal LLC’s application for signage adjustments. Both cases underscored procedural issues and the importance of timely submissions and clear business classifications.

Raritan Zoning Board Eliminates Term Limits for Chairperson, Approves Key Resolutions

Overview: At the Raritan Zoning Board meeting held on January 15, 2026, members approved changes to their bylaws, notably removing the chairperson term limit, and addressed various resolutions, including extending deadlines for developers and discussing ongoing litigation.