Howell Planning Board Faces Complex Extension Requests and Subdivision Challenges in Latest Meeting

Overview: The Howell Township Planning Board convened on October 10, 2024, to tackle a series of complex development issues, including a contentious extension request for a major project and a proposed plan for a minor subdivision that raised zoning compliance concerns.

Sparta Zoning Board Deliberates on Variance Requests Amid Lake Mohawk Concerns

Overview: The Sparta Zoning Board meeting centered on the deliberation of variance requests for a property located on East Shore Trail in the Lake Mohawk area, highlighting issues related to side yard setbacks, impervious coverage, and the involvement of the Lake Mohawk Country Club. The board also addressed public concerns and procedural matters concerning application approvals.

Berkeley Heights Zoning Board Considers Settlement to Avoid Costly Litigation Over Development Dispute

Overview: The Berkeley Heights Zoning Board meeting focused heavily on the settlement of ongoing litigation involving a contested development project on Mountain Avenue. The board deliberated on the merits of a proposed settlement agreement to resolve the dispute, which would allow for the construction of four single-family homes alongside an existing church. This settlement arose from previous board decisions denying subdivision and variance relief, which led the applicant to file a complaint challenging the board’s decision as arbitrary and unsupported. The potential for the litigation to broaden into federal claims under the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act further complicated matters, prompting the board to weigh the risks and costs associated with continued legal battles.

Jackson Planning Board Approves Development Projects, Debates Sidewalk Safety

Overview: In its latest meeting, the Jackson Township Planning Board approved development projects, including a major subdivision and a new house of worship, while engaging in discussions about sidewalk safety and traffic impacts.

Bernards Zoning Board Debates Proposed Development’s Traffic Impact and Environmental Concerns

Overview: During the recent Bernards Zoning Board meeting, discussions primarily focused on the proposed development project on Allen Road, particularly its implications for traffic and environmental concerns.