Yarmouth Zoning Board Approves New Family-Friendly Attractions at Bass River Sports World

Overview: The Yarmouth Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on February 27, 2025, centered around several petitions, including the approval of a special permit for Bass River Realty LLC to transform their existing baseball batting and soccer cages into more family-oriented attractions. These changes include a new go-kart track, bumper car track, and storage building.

New Ulm City Council Weighs High-Density Housing Amidst Community Concerns

Overview: In a recent New Ulm City Council meeting, a focus was placed on proposed amendments to the city’s comprehensive plan involving a shift from low and medium-density residential areas to high-density residential zones. This proposal has drawn attention due to its potential impact on local housing supply and neighborhood dynamics. Attendees discussed the need to address housing shortages while balancing the concerns of residents regarding increased traffic and changes to community character.

Old Bridge Township Planning Board Advances Area Investigation Study for Key Redevelopment Parcels

Overview: The Old Bridge Township Planning Board meeting on February 27, 2025, focused on advancing several significant initiatives, most notably authorizing an area investigation study for three parcels along County Route 516. This decision aims to revitalize long-vacant plots adjacent to the Manino Redevelopment Plan area and YMCA property. The parcels have seen past redevelopment efforts falter, prompting the board to consider an investigation that might unlock their potential.

Piscataway Zoning Board Delays Decision on Gas Station Proposal, Approves Autism Center and Solar Project

Overview: The Piscataway Township Zoning Board postponed the decision on a proposal to establish a gas station and convenience store at a long-vacant site on West 7th Street, while granting approval for an autism therapy center and a solar energy project. The gas station proposal, which dominated discussions, faced scrutiny due to its location in a residential zone and the multiple variances it required.

Chatham Zoning Board Denies Historic Inn’s Expansion Proposal Over Height and Non-Conformity Concerns.

Overview: During the February 27, 2025, meeting of the Chatham Zoning Board, a decision was made to deny the application from Noble House Hotels for a variance concerning their historic inn located on Main Street. The board’s decision followed discussions about the proposed addition of six rental rooms, which would have increased the building height and intensified the non-conformity of the structure, already exceeding local zoning limits.