- NJ
- Union County
- 8/22/24
- 08/22/2024
- 18 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Union County Planning Board meeting highlighted significant opposition to a proposed development project on Mars Avenue, mainly due to fire safety concerns. The fire department’s objections, coupled with neighborhood opposition, led to the decision to delay further discussion until September.
- NJ
- Union County
- 7/25/24
- 07/25/2024
- 155 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Union County Planning Board meeting, the board addressed and ultimately approved the application for two group homes proposed by Creative Property Management despite concerns raised by local residents over the size of the homes and their impact on the neighborhood. The board’s decision came with the condition that any complaints from the public would be directly addressed, allowing for reevaluation if necessary. This approval highlights the board’s effort to balance public apprehension with the legal mandate to provide housing for individuals with disabilities under the Mount Laurel law.
- NJ
- Union County
- 6/27/24
- 06/27/2024
- 52 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Union Planning Board discussed developments, including the planned improvements to Green Lane Park and amendments to the Township’s master plan.
- NJ
- Union County
- 4/25/24
- 04/25/2024
- 134 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Union Planning Board meeting, the board approved a redevelopment plan by Chick-fil-A, including preliminary and final site plan approval and associated variances. The project entails demolishing the existing 7-Eleven building to improve site circulation and parking, adding a second drive-thru lane, and providing a canopy for order operations.
- NJ
- Union County
- 3/28/24
- 03/28/2024
- 166 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Union County Planning Board meeting, the board faced a packed agenda, with discussions on various applications, including the construction of a residential building for individuals with disabilities and a two-family house. Key decisions were made amidst public apprehension regarding the impact on neighborhoods, with the most issues revolving around the proposed residential property for individuals with disabilities and the removal of trees for another development project.