PITTSGROVE TOWNSHIP PLANNING BOARD

JANUARY 25, 2006

The regular meeting of the Planning Board of Pittsgrove Township was held on January 25, 2006 in the Municipal Building Courtroom. The meeting was called to order, compliance with the Open Meeting Act made and Flag Salute was lead by the Chairman Gregory Hickson.

Members present were: Joseph Lindmeier, Robert Widdifield, Linda DuBois, Robert Ternay, Tom Figlio, Robert Morse, Dennis Rambone, Peter Voros, Frank Pace and Gregory Hickson.

Members absent were: Charles Hughes and Kevin Foster.

MINUTES

REORGANIZATION MEETING 1/9/06

The minutes of the January 25, 2006 meeting were approved on a motion by Robert Widdifield and seconded by Frank Pace. All were in favor.

APPLICATIONS

ROBERT MORSE – PUBLIC HEARING FOR BULK VARIANCE APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED POLE BARN NOT MEETING REAR AND SIDE YARD SETBACKS – BLOCK 1503, LOT 49 – CEDAR ROAD

The applicant Robert Morse was present with no other representatives.

The applicant is requesting a variance to construct a pole barn on his property that would be set back 10 feet from the side line (20 feet required) and 20 feet from the rear lot line (40 feet required).

The Planning Board Solicitor noted that the lot in back of this property was also owned by Mr. Morse and the two lots should be combined.

The applicant requested to keep the lots separate because he desires to preserve the separate landlocked property in the rear of his lot.

Mr. Morse stated that similar pole barns are in the area and his would be harmonious with other neighboring structures.

There were no comments from the public.

On a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by Robert Widdifield the setback variances were approved conditioned upon the applicant recording a deed combining lot 49 and lot 51.

Roll Call Vote: All were in favor.

WAYNE & KAREN FOX - COMPLETENESS DECISION – APPLICATION FOR MINOR SUBDIVISION BLOCK 101, LOT 28.01, DUTCH ROW ROAD

The applicant Wayne Fox was present with no other representatives.

The board discussed the Planning Board Engineer’s review letter dated January 16, 2006.

It was noted that NJDEP approval was not obtained prior to the construction of the existing home.

William Horner advised the board “if two lots of this original parcel was subdivided after 1990 than this subdivision would be classified as a “Major”.

On a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by Joseph Lindmeier the application was deemed incomplete as follows:

1. NJDEP letter of interpretation is required.

2. Waivers are granted from providing Checklist D, item 8. (location of isolated trees (8) inches or more), item 15. (Contours), item 16. (grading plan)

Roll Call Vote: yes – Tom Figlio, Joseph Lindmeier, Robert Morse, Peter Voros, Frank Pace and Gregory Hickson

No - Robert Ternay, Robert Widdifield, Linda DuBois

CRAIG TAYLOR – COMPLETENESS DECISION – APPLICATION REQUESTING BULK VARIANCES TO CONSTRUCT A HOME ON A LOT NOT MEETING CURRENT REGULATIONS FOR LOT AREA, WIDTH AND DEPTH, BLOCK 503, LOT 9, MENDES AVENUE

The applicant Craig Taylor was present along with his attorney, Robert Becker, Jr.

Greg Hickson and Robert Morse stepped down from the board.

Vice Chairman Frank Pace will preside over the meeting.

The Planning Board Engineer’s review letter dated December 12, 2005 was discussed by the board and applicant.

Mr. Becker stated that he has a title report noting a prior subdivision of this property approved on October 2, 2001.

Mr. Horner requested that the applicant forward this document to the Planning Board Secretary.

On a motion by Robert Widdifield and seconded by Dennis Rambone the application was deemed complete as follows:

1. A waiver from was granted from providing DEPE approval. The applicant provided a letter from his surveyor stated there are no wetlands on the property.

Roll Call Vote: All were in favor.

The Chairman Gregory Hickson and Robert Morse returned to the board.

FELIX MARTINEZ – COMPLETENESS DECISION – APPLICATION REQUESTING A BULK VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT A HOME ON A LOT NOT MEETING CURRENT LOT AREA AND LOT DEPTH REQUIREMENTS, BLOCK 304, LOT 4, ENGLISH ROAD

The applicant Felix Martinez was present with no other representatives.

The board and applicant discussed the Planning Board Engineer’s review letter dated January 9, 2006.

On a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by Peter Voros the application is deemed incomplete subject to the following items required:

1. Checklist Schedule “I”, item 5 – Conservation Zoning Information must be provided on the plan.

2. Checklist Schedule “I”, item 7 - regarding the location of specific trees.

3. Checklist Schedule “A”, item 5 – Affidavit of ownership/Contract

4. Checklist Schedule “A”, item 9 – A list of all waivers or variances

Roll Call Vote: All were in favor.

ESCROW FEE DETERMINATION

ROBERT MORSE – ESCROW DETERMINATION - BULK VARIANCE APPLICATION – BLOCK 1503, LOT 49 – CEDAR ROAD – TOTAL PAID: $1,000.00, CURRENT BALANCE: $211.00

On a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by Joseph Lindmeier the additional amount of $600.00 requested by the professionals was approved and is required to be submitted by the applicant. All were in favor.

CRAIG TAYLOR – ESCROW DETERMINATION – APPLICATION REQUESTING BULK VARIANCES - BLOCK 503, LOT 9, MENDES AVENUE– TOTAL PAID: $1,000.00, CURRENT BALANCE: $406.00

On a motion by Joseph Lindmeier and seconded by Frank Pace the additional amount of $850.00 requested by the professionals was approved and is required to be submitted by the applicant. All were in favor.

WAYNE & KAREN FOX – ESCROW DETERMINATION – APPLICATION FOR MINOR SUBDIVISION - BLOCK 101, LOT 28.01, DUTCH ROW ROAD – TOTAL PAID: $1,000.00, CURRENT BALANCE: $580.75

On a motion by Joseph Lindmeier and seconded by Linda DuBois the additional amount of $800.00 requested by the professionals was approved and is required to be submitted by the applicant. All were in favor.

FELIX MARTINEZ – ESCROW DETERMINATION – APPLICATION REQUESTING A BULK VARIANCE - BLOCK 304, LOT 4, ENGLISH ROAD

TOTAL PAID: $1,000.00, CURRENT BALANCE: $580.75

On a motion by Linda DuBois and seconded by Joseph Lindmeier the additional amount of $600.00 requested by the professionals was approved and is required to be submitted by the applicant. All were in favor.

RESOLUTIONS

NO BUSINESS

OTHER

LETTER FROM JONAS SINGER DATED JANUARY 19, 2006 REQUESTING A MEETING WITH THE PLANNING BOARD PROFESSIONALS REGARDING RUNNING DEER GOLF COMPANY, LLC

It was the opinion of the board that any such meeting should be conducted with the board present.

The Planning Board Solicitor advised the board that an assignment agreement between the old applicant and the new applicant is required.

A RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE 12/13/05 DETERMINING A CERTAIN AREA OF THE TOWNSHIP OF PITTSGROVE TO BE IN NEED OF REHABILITATION AND DIRECTING THE PLANNING BOARD TO PREPARE A REDEVELOPMENT PLAN

On a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by Pete Voros, the Planning Board will solicit proposals from Professional Planners. It was suggested that Ads in the League of Municipalities Magazine and also names obtained from the last study were good prospects to contact for the project.

COMMITTEES

ORDINANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE

ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

SHADE TREE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

OTHER BUSINESS

REXAMINATION OF MASTER PLAN DUE YEAR 2006

ESTABLISH DATE TO MEET WITH TOWNSHIP PLANNER, SALLY BIRDSALL (2006 MEETING SCHEDULE)

The secretary will contact Sally Birdsall, Pittsgrove Township’s Planner to see if she is interested in being considered for the job.

ADOPT A ROAD PROGRAM – MCKISHEN ROAD – LAST CLEANING WAS 8/7/05

EXECUTIVE SESSION (IF REQUIRED)

No Business

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned on a motion by Robert Widdifield and seconded by Joseph Lindmeier. All were in favor.

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Nancy L. Huster

Planning Board Secretary