Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board Approves Two-Lot Subdivision with Variances

Overview: The Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board convened on November 3, 2025, and approved a two-lot subdivision on Alexander Avenue, despite needing variances for lot width and frontage. This decision followed discussions about aesthetics, land use, and environmental impacts, as well as approval of other site plans and resolutions.

Cedar Grove Council Approves New Rent Control, Paving Projects, and Zoning Amendments

Overview: The Cedar Grove Town Council meeting saw the introduction and unanimous approval of several ordinances, including one that sets the maximum rent increase for 2026 at 3.6%. The council also addressed numerous infrastructure projects, approved plans for enhanced zoning regulations, and discussed upcoming community events and initiatives.

Townsend Planning Board Considers Subdivision and Zoning Requests Amid Compliance Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Townsend Planning Board discussed development and zoning issues, including a preliminary subdivision approval for Mason Brook Acres and a change of use application for a property on Brookline Road. Both matters triggered deliberations on compliance with existing regulations and the procedural steps required to move forward.

Morris Town Council Meeting Discusses Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Bans and Sustainable Landscaping

Overview: In a recent Morris Town Council meeting, discussions centered around initiatives for sustainable landscaping, particularly advocating for bans on gas-powered leaf blowers and the incorporation of ecology-based gardening practices.

Southwick Conservation Commission Approves Wetland Protection Projects and Debates Tree Removal

Overview: The Southwick Conservation Commission held a productive meeting that addressed several key environmental issues, including the approval of wetland protection projects, discussions on stormwater maintenance, and long-standing debates over tree removal. The commission tackled a variety of concerns, from issuing permits for construction projects near wetlands to addressing unauthorized use of conservation properties.