- NJ
- Bergen County
- 7/10/24
- 07/11/2024
- 67 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the River Edge Land Use Board reviewed and approved two contentious applications for property developments on Park Avenue and Dorchester Road, both requiring variances for lot coverage and improved lot coverage. The applications sparked discussions on stormwater management, adherence to zoning regulations, and safety considerations for property modifications.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 6/26/24
- 06/27/2024
- 144 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a series of careful discussions, the River Edge Land Use Board navigated complex zoning variances, parking requirements, and site plan amendments in their latest meeting. The board grappled with applications requiring careful consideration of zoning laws, including the proposal of adding two apartment units in the C1 Zone, the conversion of a commercial building into residential units with a professional office, and a residential property’s request for multiple variances for a pool house and outdoor kitchen.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 5/22/24
- 05/23/2024
- 148 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the recent River Edge Land Use Board meeting, the restoration and development of a historic property, known as Edgecraft, was the focus. The property, which holds a significant place due to its gardens registered with the National Conservancy, drew attention as the Molin family presented their plans for its revival. The proposed changes include the construction of a new pool house, pergola, outdoor kitchen, and the utilization of an existing garage guest studio. The board deliberated on the application from Martin Molen Properties for a property on Summit Avenue, addressing a variety of variances and the property’s storied past and future prospects.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 5/8/24
- 05/09/2024
- 50 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The River Edge Land Use Board meeting on May 8, 2024, concluded with a decision to delay action on Jack Bertini’s application for a d variance and use variance, pending the submission of accurate property documentation and a detailed description of the proposed basement use. The board’s deliberations raised concerns over discrepancies between the property’s survey map and actual conditions, as well as the need for a handicapped parking spot and the implications of formalizing the basement’s use.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 4/24/24
- 04/25/2024
- 137 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent session, River Edge Land Use Board approved a large 40-square-foot sign for a local business amid concerns over its potential visual impact compared to the previous signage. This decision came after a thorough debate on the sign’s size, which some board members found excessive, considering the full backing that would make it appear much larger than the former individual lettering without backing. The approval is contingent upon the fulfillment of a previous condition from 2018, which required the business to update the streetscape—a task that remains incomplete.