Princeton Zoning Board Approves Variances for Residential Renovations and Deck Construction

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Princeton Zoning Board approved two applications that involved variance requests for residential property renovations. The first application, which garnered much attention, was for a variance to construct a deck on Lee Avenue, located within the historic Witherspoon Jackson district. The second application approved was for property renovations on Mount Lucas Road, aimed at modernizing the home while accommodating an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) for the applicant’s mother.

Princeton Council Faces Opposition to Proposed Consolidation of Advisory Committees

Overview: The recent Princeton Council meeting was marked by community opposition to a proposed ordinance that would merge the Civil Rights Commission, Human Services Commission, and Affordable Housing Board into a single committee. The unified commission initiative sparked a debate, with numerous residents and current members of the committees voicing their concerns regarding the impact on civil rights, volunteer work, marginalized communities, and community engagement.

Princeton Planning Board Approves Extension for a property on Wiggins Street Project and Debates Historic Subdivision

Overview: During a recent session, the Princeton Planning Board addressed issues involving the extension of a major site plan application for residential development and the subdivision of a historically property. The board granted a one-year extension for the development of 19 residential apartments at the 21 Wiggins Street site, citing COVID-19 and economic impact as reasonable causes for delay. Additionally, a minor subdivision application for a property on Princeton Kingston Road sparked a comprehensive debate due to its historical implications and tax-related concerns.