Fair Haven Planning Board Discusses Waterfront Property Plans and Zoning Challenges

Overview: The Fair Haven Planning Board met recently to discuss significant projects including the acquisition of waterfront property and the development of a new park. The board addressed the need to stabilize a recently acquired property and explored zoning requirements for intended recreational uses, emphasizing the alignment with the town’s master plan.

Fair Haven Borough Council Plans to Modernize Master Plan and Boost Sustainable Efforts

Overview: During the recent Fair Haven Borough Council meeting, the focus was on revising the outdated master plan, advancing sustainable initiatives, and addressing environmental challenges such as invasive species management. The council discussed the necessity of engaging the community in re-examining the master plan, which has not been updated in over 30 years, and emphasized the importance of public participation in shaping future zoning laws and town planning. Additionally, efforts to maintain the borough’s Sustainable Jersey certification dominated the conversation, with a call for increased volunteer involvement and strategic resource allocation.

Fair Haven Tackles Tree Planting and Deer Control in Multi-Faceted Environmental Strategy

Overview: The Fair Haven Borough Council meeting delved into a discussion on environmental management, with focus on tree planting initiatives, the impact of local deer populations, and the integration of these efforts into broader community plans.

Fair Haven Zoning Board Grapples with Complex Variances and Community Concerns Over Large Homes

Overview: The Fair Haven Zoning Board meeting focused on complex variance applications, ongoing interpretations of past resolutions, and community concerns over the impact of large homes on neighborhood aesthetics and dynamics.

Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission Deliberates on Historical Artifact Display and Future Park Plans

Overview: The recent meeting of the Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission was primarily focused on two topics: the display and preservation of a historical transom window from a former school and the future development plans for a 21 Fair Haven Road park. Meanwhile, the park development conversation centered on applying for an open space grant and engaging the community in the design process.