Mr. Arad’s application was discussed in detail, noting that the existing front yard setback of his property was already non-compliant with the current requirement of 20 feet, being only 16.1 feet. Additionally, the proposal for the placement of a swimming pool necessitated a variance due to its zero feet setback from the principal building, where 15 feet is normally required. After a review by the Board’s engineer and a public hearing that saw no objections from the community, the Board voted to approve Mr. Arad’s application.

The meeting also addressed the application from JSL Properties, which requested several variances for a project within the Transit Village Business District. This zone is designed to foster a pedestrian-friendly and active downtown atmosphere, and the proposed residential units on the ground floor were not in alignment with that goal. The applicant sought to adjourn the application to August 1st for further consultation with their professionals, which was granted by the Board without the requirement for further notice of the meeting.

In other routine matters, the Board approved the minutes of the previous meeting and memorialized resolutions for Faith Therapy Consulting LLC and Ascend New Jersey LLC. Before closing, the Board briefly mentioned that they were in the last phase of reviewing the master plan, including a parking study, which would soon be presented.