Colleen M. Lapp

The meeting agenda included the re-organization of the Board, which involves the election of the Chairman and Vice Chairman, and the appointment of the Board Attorney, Engineer, Conflict Board Engineer, and Secretary. Key items under Old Business involved variance requests for property located at 7 Karyn Terrace East (#2024-035) concerning lot coverage, setback requirements for accessory structures and fences. Also discussed were variances for the property at 435 Navesink River Road (#2025-015) related to floor area ratio, lot coverage, and cabana setbacks for an addition and pool; and a variance request for 656 Highway 35 (#2025-025) regarding the installation of multiple building façade signs. New Business addressed variance requests for 6 Benton Avenue (#2025-019) involving lot coverage, building height, and front yard setbacks, as well as Bulk "C" Variance requests for properties at 108 Hartshorne Road (#2025-028) and 20 Park Way (#2025-030). The possibility of an Executive Session was also noted.

The Planning Board meeting agenda included the approval of Resolution #2025-206 concerning the Christian Brothers Academy property. Under Administrative Matters, a Master Plan Consistency Review was scheduled for an Ordinance amending Chapter 540 of the Code of The Township of Middletown regarding development standards for a specific block. New Business involved several applications, including Preliminary & Final Major Subdivision Approval and Minimum Lot Frontage Variances for Milano Brothers Builders, LLC. Another major item was Preliminary & Final Major Subdivision sought by Neuro-Inclusive Neighborhoods Of NJ 1, LLC, to create eight lots intended for single-family homes occupied by individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Additionally, an application from Gerilyn & David 877-885 Main Street LLC sought a waiver of minor site plan approval for interior renovations to a mixed-use building.

This Master Plan for Middletown Township serves as a comprehensive guide for the physical, economic, and social development, adhering to the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law. It outlines objectives for appropriate land use, community safety, efficient public fund expenditure, and balanced growth across agricultural, residential, and business sectors. Key focus areas include upgrading housing, optimizing circulation, enhancing the visual environment, conserving open spaces, preserving historic sites, streamlining development, revitalizing neighborhoods, promoting economic development, and managing stormwater and farmland.

The Planning Board meeting agenda included opening statements, roll call, and the reading of the agenda. Key administrative matters involved a Request for Extension of Time for application #2019-201 regarding Christian Brothers Academy. New business items included application #2025-206, where Christian Brothers Academy is seeking Minor Site Plan Approval to install an accessory HVAC system with fencing and landscaping. The second new business item, application #2025-400, involves Milano Brothers Builders, LLC seeking Preliminary & Final Major Subdivision Approval and variances for minimum lot frontage requirements on Walada Avenue & Arlington Avenue.

The Planning Board agenda includes an administrative matter concerning a Request for Extension of Time (#2019-201) for LaSalle, Lincroft, Inc. (Christian Brothers Academy). The new business section addresses application #2025-400 from Milano Brothers Builders, LLC, which seeks Preliminary and Final Major Subdivision Approval and Minimum Lot Frontage Variances for property located on Walada Avenue & Arlington Avenue in the R-7 Zone. Supporting technical memoranda and subdivision plans were referenced.