Borough of Raritan

This document outlines the Redevelopment Plan for Block 61, Lot 3.01 (Former Agway Site) in Raritan Borough. The plan aims to advance public interest by facilitating the redevelopment of this specific property, which has been designated an 'Area in Need of Redevelopment.' Key objectives include providing for a variety of uses and appropriate scale of development near a transit hub, establishing architectural and frontage conditions to revitalize the area around the train station, furthering the goals of the Borough's Complete Streets Plan and Wayfinding Plan, and enhancing resilience to natural hazards. The plan proposes new zoning and site design standards, superseding previous regulations, to achieve a mixed-use residential and commercial development that aligns with smart growth and transit-oriented development principles.

This Amended Housing Plan details how the Borough of Raritan will satisfy its constitutional obligation to provide affordable housing opportunities. It addresses the fourth-round affordable housing obligations, consisting of a present need (rehabilitation) of 9 units and a prospective need (new construction) of 99 units. The plan outlines strategies and mechanisms for meeting these obligations, aiming to secure a judgment of compliance and repose and ensure immunity from exclusionary zoning litigation through June 2035.

This 2017 Master Plan Reexamination Report updates and reaffirms the Borough's planning policies, land use goals, and objectives for the next ten years. It focuses on key areas including creating a balanced land use pattern, preserving neighborhoods, revitalizing commercial districts, expanding parks and open spaces, and enhancing community connectivity and facilities. The report aims to foster a prosperous community with a high quality of life, a vibrant Central Business District, and improved recreational and transportation opportunities, especially through the Raritan River Greenway, while maintaining its small-town atmosphere.

This Fourth Round Housing Plan for the Borough of Raritan details strategies to fulfill its constitutional obligation for affordable housing. It addresses a rehabilitation obligation of 9 units and a new construction obligation of 99 units for the 2025-2035 period, alongside existing prior round obligations. The plan outlines mechanisms for compliance, including redevelopment projects and inclusionary zoning districts, ensuring adherence to requirements for rental, family, and senior units, as well as specific income and bedroom distributions to achieve Compliance Certification.

This document is a 2026 Re-Examination Report and Master Plan Update for the Borough of Raritan, prepared to periodically review and revise the Master Plan and Land Development Regulations. It identifies and evaluates major problems and objectives related to land development, including parking, creating a transit center business district, rezoning manufacturing districts, establishing open space and recreation districts, and flood mitigation. The report also assesses significant changes in land use at the local, county, and state levels. Recommendations include updating stormwater management, addressing affordable housing mandates, a formal revision of the Master Plan with public engagement, preparing a Climate Change Related Hazard Vulnerability Assessment, studying electrical vehicle infrastructure siting, and continuously evaluating land use patterns.