Bernardsville Board Debates Meeting Formats and Approves New Construction

Overview: In a recent Bernardsville Planning Board meeting, members determined the format for future meetings and deliberated over a proposal for the construction of a single-family house. The board resolved to conduct in-person meetings with the flexibility to switch to virtual formats if necessary. Additionally, the board addressed several applications, including approving the creation of a new lot for the construction of a single-family home, which raised discussions on the impact on neighborhood character and environmental compliance.

Bernardsville Planning Board Approves Major Affordable Housing Project with Stipulated Conditions

Overview: The Bernardsville Planning Board recently approved a municipally sponsored affordable housing project. The meeting witnessed discussions on a range of topics, including the development’s amended preliminary and final site plans, parking regulations for affordable housing, and amendments to the building’s design to ensure compliance with fire safety recommendations.

Bernardsville Board Advances Affordable Housing Projects Amid Debate

Overview: The Bernardsville Planning Board’s recent meeting primarily centered on the progress of various affordable housing projects in the area. The discussions were robust, covering a range of issues from building layouts and signage to parking ratios and environmental concerns. The most significant outcome of the meeting was the approval of an amended preliminary and final site plan for a municipally sponsored affordable housing project, with a 5-1 vote in favor. This development plan includes 12 affordable housing units and has been a subject of considerable revision to address previous comments from the board and professionals. The revisions include the reduction of the retaining wall height to allow for sufficient light and air, addressing the trail easement with the borough, and ensuring building safety in response to the Fire official’s comments.

Bernardsville Borough Council Discusses License Plate Readers, Affordable Housing, and Main Street Initiatives

Overview: In a recent Bernardsville Borough Council meeting, the council addressed several issues, including the deployment of license plate readers to combat car thefts, amendments to the affordable housing payment in lieu ordinance, and the utilization of data to improve local business engagement. Furthermore, the council discussed initiatives by Main Street Bernardsville, such as the Discover Bernardsville app aimed at boosting local commerce and the use of Placer AI technology to gather valuable community data.

Bernardsville Borough Council Considers License Plate Readers and Property Purchase Amid Various Local Enhancements

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Bernardsville Borough Council covered a variety of matters, with the proposal to install license plate readers and the potential purchase of a property on Claremont Road taking center stage. The license plate reader initiative, supported by Council members including Al Ribeiro and Mayor Mary Jane Canose, is aimed at reducing car thefts and burglaries. The council also deliberated on the complexities of acquiring property next to an existing park, with environmental concerns at the forefront of the discussion.