The T-Mobile application sought approval for a preliminary and final site plan concerning the installation of antennas on a new warehouse structure on South Washington Avenue. The plan follows the demolition of an existing office building and aims to replace a temporary tower previously approved for the site. T-Mobile representatives emphasized the need for the permanent installation to ensure continued coverage, noting the proposed antennas would sit 61 feet high, with screening at 57 feet to blend with the warehouse’s architecture. Discussions highlighted the engineering aspects, including antenna design to maintain existing coverage levels while adhering to health and safety standards.

Concerns about the site’s environmental impact were addressed, with assurances made regarding minimal disruption during the construction phase. The site plan includes a generator for power outages, operating briefly during weekday business hours to avoid nighttime noise. The unmanned site will be maintained remotely, with technician visits every four to six weeks. After detailed testimony from experts, including an RF engineer confirming the installation’s compliance with FCC standards, the board approved the application, pending the preparation of a formal resolution.

The meeting also focused on a major subdivision application by the Greek Orthodox Community, intending to divide a large property into four lots while retaining the existing home and garage. The subdivision plan requires minor variances due to existing structures’ proximity to property lines. Engineers detailed the site plan, which includes infrastructure improvements like road widening and stormwater management. Public concerns about drainage and traffic were prominent, with residents expressing fears of exacerbated water issues and increased congestion. The board addressed these by emphasizing the subdivision’s alignment with zoning requirements and infrastructure improvements designed to mitigate potential adverse effects.

In response to public concerns about water drainage, particularly from properties near the proposed lots, the board assured residents that grading and drainage plans were developed to prevent negative impacts. Residents voiced worries about changed drainage patterns and their implications, but officials provided technical assurances that water management would not result in additional flooding.

Adding to the complexity, concerns surfaced over the potential use of new lots for parking during nearby church events, which the community feared could lead to increased traffic and noise. To mitigate this, the board included deed restrictions prohibiting such uses. These restrictions align with the township’s broader strategy to maintain community character while accommodating growth.

The board also addressed a proposed site plan involving the consolidation of two parcels for redevelopment, which includes constructing a new facility with a focus on maintenance services. Compliance with local Redevelopment Plan requirements, including stormwater management and landscaping, was emphasized. Public feedback centered on potential environmental impacts, particularly on nearby wetlands and wildlife. Officials reiterated plans to preserve these areas, with measures in place to protect against disruption.