PITTSGROVE TOWNSHIP PLANNING BOARD
NOVEMBER 1, 2005
7:30
PM – 12:30 AM
The regular meeting of the Planning Board
of Pittsgrove Township was held on November 1, 2005 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.
Regular members present were; Chairman
Gregory Hickson, Joseph Lindmeier, Donald Garrison, Charles Hughes, Linda
DuBois, Peter Voros and Frank Pace.
Alternate members present were Dennis
Rambone and Kevin Foster.
Members absent were; Robert Ternay,
Robert Widdifield and Sheila Benson.
Planning Board Solicitor William L. Horner,
Planning Board Engineer, Mark Bruneremer and Secretary Nancy L. Huster were
also present.
DESIGNATE ALTERNATES TO VOTE
Due to the absence of regular Planning
Board members alternate members Dennis Rambone and Kevin Foster were designated
by chairman to vote.
MINUTES
10/19/05
The minutes of the October 19, 2005
meeting will be forthcoming.
ESCROW FEE DETERMINATION
D’LEO CONSTRUCTION – BULK VARIANCE APPLICATION TO ALLOW
CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME ON AN EXISTING LOT IN THE R-2 THAT DOES
NOT MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENT FOR LOT AREA, DEPTH AND WIDTH / $1,000.00
PAID, CURRENT BALANCE:
$
- 1.25
On a motion by Linda DuBois and seconded
by Charles Hughes the required escrow for this application is deemed to be
insufficient and an additional $1,500.00 is required. All were in favor.
BRIAR HILL ESTATES MAJOR SUBDIVISION – 24 RESIDENTIAL LOTS & 2 COMMERCIAL LOTS
PROP0SED – PRELIMINARY APPLICATION – BLOCK 104, LOT 40 – ROUTE 40 –
ATTORNEY; MICHAEL GRUCCIO
PAID:
$7,701.25, CURRENT BALANCE: $6,050.00
On a motion by Linda DuBois and seconded
by Joseph Lindmeier the required escrow for this application is deemed to be
sufficient at the present time. All were in favor.
VICTORY ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH –
PRELIMINARY SITE PLAN APPLICATION –
BLOCK 103, LOT 7, RT. 40, HARDING HIGHWAY – ATTORNEY, ROSS - $9,202.25 PAID,
CURRENT BALANCE: $ 3,631.00
On a motion by Linda DuBois and seconded
by Joseph Lindmeier the required escrow for this application is deemed to be
sufficient at the present time. All were in favor.
APPLICATIONS
D’LEO CONSTRUCTION – COMPLETENESS DECISION - BULK
VARIANCE APPLICATION TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME ON AN
EXISTING LOT IN THE R-2 ZONE THAT DOES NOT MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR
LOT AREA, DEPTH AND WIDTH – COMPLETENESS REVIEW 2 – BLOCK 2707, LOT 8, RAINBOW
TRAIL
Dan Micheal of D’Leo Construction was present with the owner of
the lot Richard Daniel. Mr. Daniel presented pictures of trees on the property.
Mr. Micheal testified that all areas of
trees not used for building and septic will be preserved.
It was the Planning Board Engineer’s
opinion that the application could be deemed complete.
On a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by
Charles Hughes the application was deemed complete.
Roll Call Vote: All were in favor.
BRIAR HILL ESTATES MAJOR SUBDIVISION – 24 RESIDENTIAL LOTS & 2 COMMERCIAL LOTS PROPOSED-
HEARING FOR PRELIMINARY APPLICATION – BLOCK 104, LOT 40 – ROUTE 40 – ATTORNEY:
MICHAEL GRUCCIO
Planning Board member Frank Pace stepped
down and did not participate in the decision of this application.
Mr. Gruccio presented the application consisting
of 95.2 acres proposed for a residential subdivision of 24 home lots and 1
drainage basin stating the application appears to meet all ordinance
regulations.
An application has been submitted for the
front of the lot in the commercial zone.
Also present for the application were;
Daniel Kwapinski, PE,PP, Junetta E. Nowell, Environmental Specialist and Jerry
Canter, PE, PP, Profession Engineer (Traffic).
It was noted that adjoining roads,
Jefferson Road and Madison Road were not intended for access when constructed.
The following reports on this application
were submitted and reviewed by the applicant and board; Planning Board Engineer
letter dated October 26, 2005, Shade Tree Committee letter dated May 27, 2005,
Emergency Management letter dated October 27, 2005 and Environmental Commission
letter dated October 26, 2005.
Mr. Horner stated that the ordinance
requires sidewalks through commercial lots and children will need access to a
bus stop noting the school has not clarified a bus stop location.
Mark Brunermer requested a sketch of the
future buildable land to the rear of the property.
Mr. Canter explained his traffic study
and commented the application meets the RSIS for rural streets.
Junetta Lowell described the EIS prepared
by her.
The applicant proposed to provide deed
restrictions to restrict cutting of trees.
Mr. Horner questioned policing of same
and asked professionals if “clustering” could help preserve more trees.
The board was informed by Mr. Horner that
they could require additional studies by their own Specialists if deemed
necessary.
The application was opened to the public
for questions and/or comments.
Tom Figlio stated the land is
environmentally sensitive and to develop it is unconceivable. He would like to
know the future anticipated development for the the property in the rear.
Tyson Kinsell stated he owns 3 acres in
the rear of the property near the basin.
The applicant’s engineer noted they are
providing access to Mr. Kinsell’s property commenting that clustering the lots
may move development towards front of property whereas access would not be
provided.
Rich Roseland stated the property owners
on Madison Road and Lincoln Road are paying for the improvement of these roads
and do not want a thru way.
Robert Morse, Vice Chairman of the
Environmental Commission questioned the well head protection area for the
trailer park and noted the property has endangered species.
Herbert Wegner, Chairman of the
Environmental Commission described the property as “pristine forested land and
recommends clustering. He feels their design is a horrible case of
fragmentation. He feels it’s necessary to save the wildlife and trees. Mr.
Wegner commented the well heads need to be investigated and protected from
septic. He also advised the board of a new process called conservation
development.
Robert Morse commented that pine trees 6’
in diameter are located in the back of the property.
Jeff Walker from Emergency Management
spoke of their concerns regarding the turn radius for tankers and the narrow cart
ways could be a problem with two tankers.
Mr. Gruccio would like to provide a
clustering plan whereas new public notice would be completed but a completeness
hearing would not be required. They
agree to an extension of time and waive the time for decision.
Mark Brunermer requests a concept plan to
be submitted and reviewed by him and the Environmental Commission.
On a motion by Linda DuBois and seconded
by Joseph Lindmeier the application for Briar Hill is continued as voluntarily
agreed by the applicant to provide a plan using the cluster design. New public
notice of the hearing will be required.
Roll Call Vote: All were in favor. Frank
Pace did not vote.
On a motion by Pete Voros and seconded by
Joseph Lindmeier the board called a five minute recess.
On a motion by Linda DuBois and seconded
by Donald Garrison the meeting resumed.
VICTORY ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH – COMPLETENESS
REVIEW #3 PRELIMINARY SITE PLAN APPLICATION – BLOCK 103, LOT 7, RT. 40, HARDING HIGHWAY –
ATTORNEY, ROSS LEVITSKY
Planning Board members Pete Voros and Linda
DuBois stepped down from the board.
Bill Horner questioned the public notice
provided by the applicant. It was his opinion that a “D” variance is required
for the proposed sign.
Ross Levitski agreed to re-notice for the
sign.
Pastor Ralph Siegel was present
describing his church which was started in his house 16 years ago and has grown
and is currently being held in Schalick High School.
He stated his desire to help children and
towns people.
James Clancy, Design Engineer explained
the plan.
A traffic study was prepared by
Shropshire Associates dated October 31, 2003 and reviewed by the Planning Board
Engineer and board members.
Mr. Horner was concerned with a conflict because
Mr. Shropshire has submitted a proposal
to review another application for the Township Planning Board.
The applicant’s attorney, Mr. Levitski
announced his opinion that it would be acceptable for Mr. Shropshire to
testify.
The chairman felt it would be necessary
to hear testimony from a traffic
engineer regarding emergency vehicle concerns.
On a motion by Donald Garrison and
seconded by Joseph Lindmeier the suggestion to adjourn the meeting due to the
lateness of the evening was dismissed and the meeting will continue.
The meeting was opened to the public.
Debbie Singiser is concerned with water
run off onto her property.
The applicant and board discussed
drainage concerns and the cluster option.
On a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by
Joseph Lindmeier the application will be continued to another meeting (date to
be approved by the board secretary). New public notice is required.
Roll Call Vote: All were in favor.
RESOLUTIONS
DR. STEVEN COHEN - MAJOR SITE PLAN FINAL APPLICATION– BLOCK
1601, LOT 1, CENTERTON ROAD – ATTORNEY: HOWARD MELNICOVE
APPROVED:
10/19/05
On a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by
Joseph Lindmeier the resolution stated above was adopted. All were in favor.
RUNNING DEER GOLF COMPANY, LLC. – AMEND FINAL SITE PLAN – BLOCK 1801, LOT
4.01 – 111 PARVINS MILL ROAD – ATTORNEY: GARY WODLINGER
APPROVED:
10/19/05
On a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by
Donald Garrison the resolution stated above was adopted. All were in favor.
DAYTOP VILLAGE
INC. - MAJOR SITE PLAN PRELIMINARY
APPLICATION BLOCK 204, LOTS 3, 4, & 5
APPROVED:
10/19/05
On a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by
Joseph Lindmeier the resolution stated above was adopted. All were in favor.
RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING REVISION TO
60-4(“DEFINITIONS AND WORD USAGE”)
BUILDING HEIGHT
On a motion by Linda DuBois and seconded
by Frank Pace the ordinance is recommended to the Township Committee for
adoption. All were in favor.
RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING ORDINANCE REVISION RE:
MANDATORY RESIDENTIAL CLUSTERING IN RR-RURAL RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT
Planning Board member Frank mentioned his
concern with mandatory clustering in the rural residential zone and
circumstances when clustering is not feasible.
On a motion by Pete Voros and seconded by
Dennis Rambone the Ordinance Review Committee will review the proposed
ordinance again. All were in favor.
OTHER BUSINESS
REXAMINATION OF MASTER PLAN DUE YEAR 2006
ESTABLISH
DATE TO MEET WITH TOWNSHIP PLANNER, SALLY BIRDSALL
On a motion by Pete Voros and seconded by
Joseph Lindmeier the discussion regarding an appointment to be made with the
Township Planner Sally Birdsall to discuss reexamination of the master plan due
year 2006 is continued to the next meeting. All were in favor.
COMMITTEES
ENVIRONMENTAL
COMMISSION
Herb Wegner, Chairman of the Commission stated “implementation of
the cluster option has done a lot to improve environmental concerns. Mr. Wegner
expressed his opinion that the proposed cluster ordinance should be adopted.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
NO
BUSINESS
SHADE
TREE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
NO
BUSINESS
LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT ORDINANCES
CURRENT
STATUS: DRAFT PREPARED BY WILLIAM HORNER AND MARK BRUNERMER TO BE REVIEWED BY
ORDINANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE REVIEW
(Ordinance
to be forwarded to Township Administrator by December 2005).
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the
meeting was adjourned on a motion by Frank Pace and seconded by Pete Voros. All
were in favor.
______________________
Nancy L. Huster
Land Use Adminstrator