Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals Tackles Historic Building’s Wireless Facility Plans

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals addressed a series of proposals, with a notable focus on the petition by Celco Partnership DBA Verizon Wireless. The company sought a special permit to install a wireless telecommunications facility within the steeple of the Catholic Memorial Home on Highland Avenue. This initiative, aimed at enhancing coverage in the area, sparked debate due to the historical significance of the building. The North End Neighborhood Association opposed the project, raising concerns about the impact on the neighborhood’s character and suggesting alternative locations for the antennas.

Bridgewater Planning Board Addresses Community Flood Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Bridgewater Planning Board grappled with community concerns over a proposed single-family dwelling construction on Chestnut Street that could potentially exacerbate existing neighborhood drainage issues. The proposal by an applicant, represented by attorney Michael Silbert, for minor subdivision approval and variance relief, raised substantive debate around the necessity of the subdivision, the impact on the existing dwelling on Lot 13, and the proposed improvements to the property. The meeting also featured discussions on the history of Bradley Gardens, property improvements, and adherence to zoning regulations.

Hillsborough Board Addresses Environmental Concerns Over Warehouse Development

Overview: The Hillsborough Planning Board meeting on April 11th, 2024, centered around a series of applications and concerns that have implications for the community’s development and environmental health. The focal point of the meeting was the discussion regarding the proposed development of warehouses on Homestead Road, which raised critical environmental concerns. Experts provided testimony on the potential impacts of the development on local wildlife, particularly grassland birds, and the ecological value of the land, comparing it to the current agricultural use. The meeting also covered other topics, including parking issues related to various applications and requests for variance relief for different projects.

Red Bank Zoning Board Debates Digital Billboard Proposal

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Red Bank Zoning Board deliberated over a proposal to modernize a longstanding non-conforming billboard to digital technology. The proposal, which has been under discussion for multiple meetings, includes the replacement of the current billboard with LED technology, the elimination of six nonconforming billboard signs across the borough, and the potential impact on local businesses and traffic safety. The board reviewed several variance requests associated with the billboard’s modernization, including whether a D1 use variance or a D2 variance for the expansion of a non-conforming use was necessary.

Raritan Zoning Board Approves Key Development Project Amidst Various Amendments

Overview: The Raritan Zoning Board of Adjustment recently held a meeting where a series of decisions on development projects and zoning variances captured the focus of local stakeholders. Among the key outcomes, the board approved a zoning variance for a development project, which included last-minute revisions to the resolution. Furthermore, resolutions related to a self-storage facility construction and multiple time extension requests for various projects were discussed and concluded with decisions.