Raritan Zoning Board Delays Decisions on Two Applications

Overview: At the Raritan Zoning Board meeting on May 2nd, 2024, the most development was the postponement of hearings for two major applications due to an attorney falling ill with a bacterial infection. Both Countryside Properties LLP and Hunterdon Storage had their cases delayed, with Countryside Properties’ application now scheduled for a hearing on July 18th, 2024, and Hunterdon Storage’s application moved to August 1st, 2024.

Hunterdon Central School Board Tackles Financial Challenges and Academic Initiatives

Overview: The Hunterdon Central School Board meeting addressed pressing financial concerns, including the impact of declining enrollment on the budget and the need to reassess sending students to Polytech programs. The board also highlighted the district’s academic achievements, such as the unified basketball team’s state championship, and discussed educational initiatives, including the addition of cybersecurity coursework and changes to the Algebra 1 pathway.

Raritan Zoning Board Tackles Variances and Construction Concerns

Overview: At the recent Raritan Zoning Board meeting, deliberations on zoning variances for residential property modifications took center stage, with particular attention on a pole barn exceeding permitted size and height, and a pool patio’s setback noncompliance. The board scrutinized applications involving construction changes and the adherence to zoning regulations, emphasizing the importance of precision in planning and the potential impact on neighborhood standards.

Raritan Planning Board Approves Manufacturing Facility Amid Ordinance Debates

Overview: The Raritan Planning Board convened recently to discuss several key developments, including the approval of a new manufacturing facility and the complexities surrounding proposed tree ordinances for residential properties. The meeting, which included technical deliberations and procedural focus, led to the approval of the manufacturing facility, subject to minor revisions and compliance with performance standards. Concurrently, discussions on tree ordinance requirements elicited concerns about the potential burden on homeowners and the need for expert analysis before finalizing decisions.

Raritan Zoning Board Deliberates on Variances for Accessory Apartments and Industrial Flex Building

Overview: The recent Raritan Zoning Board meeting was marked by in-depth discussions regarding variances for an accessory structure and the development of an industrial Flex building. Time was dedicated to debating the necessity of a larger septic tank for an accessory apartment, alongside deliberations on the construction of an industrial Flex space aimed for warehouse, office, and research and development purposes.