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WORKSHOP MEETING, The meeting of the Mendham Township Planning Board was
called to order at ROLL CALL: Present: Mr. Giordano, Mr. Tolley, Mayor Porter, Mr. D’Emidio, Mr. Mountain, Mr. Majorossy, Alt. 1, Mr. Timpson, Alt. 2 Absent: Mr. Buchanan, Mrs. Kinsel Also Present: Mr. Falcon, Attorney; Mr. Balut, Engineer; Mr. Kimball, Planner Absent: Mr. Aubin, Environmentalist SALUTE TO THE FLAGADEQUATE NOTICE OF
MEETING of the Mendham Township Planning Board was given as follows:
Notice was sent to the Daily Record and the Observer Tribune
on MINUTES – None SMCMUA Mr. Giordano announced SMCMUA withdrew their application today because bids received for the project were higher than expected. Plans will be revised and resubmitted at a later date. BOARD
OF EDUCATION Schematic
Plans Presentation Dr. Fehn, Superintendent of Schools; Mr. Cartotto, Business Administrator; and Mr. San Fillippo, Architect represented the Board of Education with respect to the proposed capital projects. They presented testimony and exhibits describing and depicting proposed enlargements, renovations and improvements to the two existing school structures, which are under consideration. Following Board member questions and discussion, four recommendations were made to the Board of Education and would be included in a Resolution prepared by Mr. Falcon: 1. Investigate the adequacy of the drainage at the rear of the Middle School; 2. Investigate the desirability of making the calculations necessary to provide for the possibility of future second floor additions where appropriate; 3. Minimize the removal of soil from the construction sites and encourage spreading/use of the soil on site; and 4. Confirm the adequacy of circulation for emergency vehicles and suitability of the planned relocation of the fire hydrant at the elementary school. . The meeting was opened to the public. Mrs. Richards, Mr. Kimball provided background on demographic historical trends and the astonishing results coming out of the recent census. The meeting was closed to the public. Mr. Giordano will prepare a letter
to the Board of Education and a memorializing Resolution will be voted on Mr. D’Emidio moved to approve, Mr.
Tolley seconded, vote of all aye. WYMAN (IAA)
Inclusionary Accessory Apartment Mr. Weber, attorney for the applicant, introduced himself. This is not a formal application but he is here by recommendation of the Township Committee. Because of failing health, Mrs. Wyman seeks to convert the second floor of a detached garage as an apartment for a medical assistant. She understands the implications of IAA and will be in compliance. Mr. Patrillo, a licensed architect, preceded to describe the proposed conversions and renovations. Mr. Mountain explained that the Township Committee decided how the review process should progress in this case. Ultimately the Planning Board would make the final decision. Although the Board had many questions concerning the physical layout of the property, the ability to access the second floor in inclement weather, septic capacity, physical strength of the underlying structure, etc., the Board was favorably disposed towards allowing an IAA with respect to the Wyman property. Mr. Giordano will prepare a letter to Mayor Porter requesting that action be taken to allow the detached garage at 80 Hardscrabble Road be deemed eligible as an IAA. Once so designated, the Planning Board would favor a formalized hearing with notice to surrounding property owners and full plans submitted for action and disposition. Mr. Weber will complete the Planning Board application, omitting the checklist, as suggested, and will submit application and escrow fees. A straw vote was taken. The vote was all aye, with Mr. D’Emidio and Mayor Porter abstaining. Mayor Porter and Mr. D’Emidio were excused because they had previously heard the Historic Preservation presentation. HISTORIC
PRESERVATION Guidelines
for Ordinance Mr. Timpson spoke on behalf of the Historic Preservation Committee. He will review key points from the handout. The Master Plan frequently references the importance of preserving our historic character. As such, the committee began work on an ordinance allowing them to act in an advisory capacity to the Board of Adjustment and Planning Board. They would want be advised when an application or building permit is obtained so a report can be prepared. Research shows houses with historic designations increase in value faster. Homeowners, the town, and the Boards would benefit from a committee report outlining Historic significance, impact on historic character and recommendations for mitigating steps. Boards could then make the appropriate conditions a part of the approval. There were no member comments. CORRESPONDENCE Russ Buchanan’s letter of
resignation was noted. A Resolution
of Appreciation will be prepared for the ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, a motion was made to
adjourn the meeting. The motion was
seconded, all aye, and the meeting
was adjourned at Respectfully submitted, |
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