Upper Pittsgrove Township

Land Use Board Minutes

November 16, 2017

TO: Township Committee Linda S. Buzby, Twp. Clerk

Land Use Board Members L. Andrew Hoglen, Zoning Officer

A regular meeting of the Upper Pittsgrove Township Land Use Board was held in the Township Hall on the above date. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. bythe Board Chairmanreading the public announcement stating that adequate notice had been given provided under the “Open Public Meetings Act” and a flag salute.

Members present were: John Coombs, Glenn Myers, William Gantz, Jack Cimprich, Edward Meschi, Thomas Buzby, David Zeck, Jr., Eric Kern, George Cassaday, Michael Footeand Linda Stephens.

Also present was: William Ziegler, Board Solicitor, Stephen J. Nardelli, Board Engineer, Burroughs Timberman, Robert and Dana Roberts, Charles and Keith Haines, Gerald Neski, Esquire, Krissy DeFrehn, Recorder, and Township Visitors.

Business to come before the Board:

1. Minutes from October 19, 2017

2. Wamsleys, LLC

3. Gala Farms, LLC

4. John & Dana Roberts

5. Gala Farms, LLC

6. Resolutions –

Kevin Coombs

Coombs Properties, LLC

WaWa, Inc.

1. Minutes –

A motion to approve the minutes from the October 19, 2017 meeting was made by William Gantz. This motion was seconded by David Zeck and adopted unanimously.

2. Wamsleys, LLC – Block 2 Lot 39

The Board Chairman opened the hearing for Burroughs Timberman. Board members Jack Cimprich and Edward Meschi recused themselves from acting on the application. This application was for an expansion of an existing Use Variance to construct a 40 by 50 foot addition to an existing building. Mr. Timberman explained that he was limited by Resolution to the number of vehicles on display. He stated that the sales of the vehicles were primarily through the internet. It was his intention to construct the addition to store the vehicles for sale inside. This would get him into compliance with the previous approval. Board member Thomas Buzby stated he felt this was a good way to handle the parking restrictions. The Board Chairman opened the hearing to the public for comment. There being no one present speaking either for or against this application, the Board Chairman closed the hearing to the public for comment. Board member Glenn Myers questioned Mr. Timberman regarding any anticipated growth. He responded that he was opening another location in Elmer and that he did not anticipate any additional growth for the site. Thomas Buzby made a motion to grant the request for the expansion of the existing Use Variance. This motion was seconded by Eric Kern and adopted upon a call of the roll. Ayes: Coombs, Gantz, Buzby, Myers, Kern, Zeck, Stephens. Nays: None.

3. Gala Farms. LLC – Block 72 Lot 9

Board Solicitor, William Ziegler informed the Board that this application could not be heard at this time due to a deficient notice. The applicant would be re-noticing the paper and public for a meeting at a later date.

4. John & Dana Roberts – Block 28 Lots 16 & 17

The Board Chairman, John Coombs opened the hearing for John and Dana Roberts. Board member Eric Kern recused himself from acting on the application. Mr. and Mrs. Roberts were requesting Minor Subdivision approval a lot line adjustment and related variances. Mr. Roberts explained that this application was to clean up property lines between his lot and Lot 16. Board Engineer, J. Michael Fralinger, Jr. commented on his review letter dated November 13, 2017. Waivers being requested for completeness are Checklist “A” – Item #10 and Checklist “D” Item #14 providing a Letter of Interpretation. Additional waivers being requested from Checklist “D” - Item#16 Contours at 2’ intervals and Item #17 grading plan, which will be provided at time of Zoning Permit application, and spot elevations, and finally from Checklist “I” Item #9 Wetland info. Thomas Buzby made a motion to grant the waivers requested and to deem this application complete. This motion was seconded by Michael Footeand adopted unanimously. The Board Engineer moved onto the Technical Review portion of his comments. He stated that a Bulk Variance is required for the frontage where 300 feet was required and only 281 feet was being propose for Lot 17 and also for area as both lots did not meet the 6 acre minimum requirement. Mr. Fralinger stated that as a condition of approval cornets markers must be set, legal descriptions reviewed, and the applications needs Salem County Planning Board approval. The Board Chairman opened the hearing to the public for comment. There being no further comment from the public, the Vice-Board Chairman closed the hearing to the public. Thomas Buzby made a motion to grant Minor Subdivision with variances for the Lot Line Adjustment. This motion was seconded by Michael Foote and adopted unanimously.

5. Gala, LLC – Block 72 Lots 7 & 9

The Board Chairman opened the hearing for Gala Farms, LLC. This application was for a Minor Subdivision/Lot Line Adjustment. Gala Farms, LLC was represented by Gerald Neski, Esquire. This application was not open to the public for comment. Mr. Neski explained the nature of the application was to clean up a property line. Board Engineer, J. Michael Fralinger, Jr. commented on his review letter dated November 13, 2017. Waivers being requested for completeness are Checklist “A” – Item #10 and Checklist “D” Item #14 providing a Letter of Interpretation. Additional waivers being requested from Checklist “D” - Item#16 Contours at 2’ intervals and Item #17 grading plan, and spot elevations. David Zeck made a motion to deem this application complete. This motion was seconded by William Gantz and adopted unanimously. The Board Engineer moved onto the Technical Review portion of his comments. Mr. Fralinger stated that as a condition of approval cornets markers must be set, legal descriptions reviewed, and the applications needs Salem County Planning Board approval. He also noted that DOT approval may be required. Thomas Buzby made a motion to approve the plan. This motion was seconded by Edward Meschi and adopted unanimously.

6. Resolutions –

Jack Cimprich made a motion to adopt the resolutionfor Kevin Coombs and Cristina Kramer that had been previously mailed to all members. This motion was seconded by David Zeck and adopted unanimously.

Jack Cimprich made a motion to adopt the resolutionfor Coombs Properties, LLC that had been previously mailed to all members. This motion was seconded by David Zeck and adopted unanimously.

Jack Cimprich made a motion to adopt the resolutionfor WaWa, Inc. that had been previously mailed to all members. This motion was seconded by David Zeck and adopted unanimously.

There being no further comment and business before the Board,Jack Cimprichmade a motion to adjourn the meeting. This motion wasseconded by Linda Stephensand adopted unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Linda Stephens, Secretary

Upper Pittsgrove Township

Land Use Board