Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Lydia Blide’s organization
Apr 30, 3025·BoardMeeting
Board
Chatham Borough Zoning Board of Adjustment Special Meeting
The meeting was called to order to discuss Application #24-017 GSB Main Street LLC regarding 302 & 308 Main Street, specifically concerning Rear Yard Setback Variance, Maximum Building Coverage Variance, Maximum FAR Variance, and Parking Space Variance. Due to concerns about potential Covid exposure, the hearing was adjourned and will be continued on Thursday, May 29th. The attorney for the applicant will provide a written consent to the board.
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The Planning Board meeting addressed several key agenda items. The board reviewed a proposed resolution for an application concerning 23 South Passaic, which was ultimately adjourned to a future meeting at the applicant's request. Additionally, the board discussed a proposed ordinance concerning the prohibition of standalone data centers within the borough. The discussion focused on whether this ordinance is consistent with the master plan goals and objectives regarding infrastructure impact, environmental concerns, and land use, with the board ultimately voting to find the ordinance not inconsistent with the master plan.
Sep 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Borough of Chatham Mayor and Borough Council Regular Meeting Minutes
The council conducted an executive session regarding litigation and issued proclamations supporting suicide prevention, Hispanic heritage, and fire prevention. Key actions included the establishment of new parking fees and regulations, and the adoption of an ordinance implementing parking restrictions on Chandler Road. Public comments were heard concerning local neighborhood issues and traffic. Additionally, the council approved a consent agenda covering tax refunds, grant management, and various personnel actions, and introduced new ordinances regarding parking restrictions on Fairview Avenue and the prohibition of data centers within the borough.
The commission reviewed several Planning Board initiatives, including the River Road redevelopment project, a property use change at 548 Main Street, and a new multi-family development at 23-33 South Passaic Avenue. Discussions included updates on the adoption of the Community Energy Plan, the creation of a Green Work Plan, and progress on borough-wide EV charger installations. Maintenance updates for the Biodiversity Garden were provided, as well as an overview of the Quiet Summer Initiative. Planning for the upcoming Sustainability Energy Fair was finalized, focusing on volunteer coordination, attendee surveys, and displays of electric vehicles and tools.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
