- NJ
- Somerset County
- 8/21/24
- 08/21/2024
- 105 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the Somerville Zoning Board meeting on August 21, 2024, discussions were held concerning a proposed group home on West High Street, as well as several other zoning issues. The board examined the application in careful detail, addressing multiple variances and ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 7/17/24
- 07/17/2024
- 36 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Somerville Zoning Board recently reviewed a application by Easter Seals to expand a group home to include two additional bedrooms and a handicap accessibility ramp. The application sparked a discussion on the facility’s operations, resident needs, and neighborhood impact.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 6/19/24
- 06/19/2024
- 63 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In an effort to revitalize the downtown district of Somerville, the Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a project on June 19, 2024, that will transform a vacant property at 35-37 North Bridge Street into a mixed-use building. The property, which has been unoccupied for approximately four years, is slated for renovation to include office space for a real estate development company on the ground floor and a two-bedroom apartment on the second floor.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 5/15/24
- 05/15/2024
- 41 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Somerville Zoning Board tackled a variety of issues, the most significant of which involved a residential expansion proposal and updates on a local hospital’s plans to camouflage an HVAC unit. A motion to postpone reviewing resolutions was passed, potentially affecting the timing of funding and permits. The meeting also touched on a Memorial Day parade and proposed zoning ordinance changes.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 4/17/24
- 04/17/2024
- 61 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Somerville Zoning Board recently approved the renovation of a historic building for a new restaurant and bar, amidst discussions on a range of topics from parking spaces to the oversight of historic renovations. The high-end renovation project is set to include a mezzanine for additional dining, a centrally located bar, and jazz music performances. This decision came alongside the approval of another application seeking a parking space reduction for a residential property.