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- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 6/24/25
- 06/24/2025
- 75 Minutes
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Overview: The Monroe Zoning Board meeting was dominated by an extensive review of a development proposal on Applegarth Road, which included discussions on traffic impacts and the need for various zoning variances. The board decided to delay the vote on the proposal to the next meeting, allowing more time for members and the public to review the meeting transcript and address outstanding issues.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 6/10/25
- 06/11/2025
- 149 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Norton Zoning Board voted unanimously to deny a 74-unit affordable housing project proposal, invoking the town’s “safe harbor” status under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40B. With the town exceeding the 10% threshold for affordable housing, the board has greater discretion to reject new projects, a power they exercised in this instance. The decision was made after extensive public commentary and board discussion about the project’s potential impact on the community.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 6/9/25
- 06/12/2025
- 187 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Howell Township Zoning Board recently held a meeting to discuss various applications for variance relief, with focus on a proposed daycare facility and expansions to a longstanding local restaurant.
- NJ
- Burlington County
- 6/4/25
- 06/24/2025
- 216 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Hainesport Land Use Board meeting was marked by discussions on several developments, highlighting issues related to environmental remediation, site planning, and municipal infrastructure. Central to the meeting was the ongoing case concerning JDEB Mourn Highway, which faced scrutiny due to unresolved engineering issues and a lack of preparedness in previous sessions. The board also addressed a proposed site plan amendment for Hainesport Family Apartments LLC, focusing on fence height adjustments to improve privacy and noise reduction. Additionally, the Royal Plaza Group’s proposal to develop a mixed-use site on Route 38 sparked conversations about parking variances, accessibility compliance, and traffic management.
- NJ
- Mercer County
- 5/28/25
- 05/29/2025
- 219 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Princeton Council meeting, discussions were primarily dominated by zoning variance applications concerning the Ridge View Road properties. These properties, owned by the Keller family, are at the center of a complex debate involving multiple zoning variances, historical land use, and environmental considerations. The board examined the applications for variances, including D1 and D2 variances, which were sought to address existing non-conformities and adapt to current zoning regulations. The dialogue emphasized the challenges of maintaining compliance with the zoning ordinance while considering the historical and ecological significance of the properties.
