The Planning Board also reviews all proposed subdivision of land for compliance with Chapter XXXV, Section VII of the Land Development Regulations, which contains all standards for development of new streets, sewers and utilities.
The Planning Board is charged under the Land Development Regulations with the responsibility to review all site plans, parking projects, and major building projects for proper design and drainage according to standards.
The Planning Board, through the Master Plan and Land Development Regulations, sets the pattern for development of the community. It has addtional powers under the Land Use Law. It conducts hearings and may grant certain non-use type variances.
- Regular Public Meetings 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 8:00pm in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.
- Work Sessions are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:30pm in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.
The following materials can be obtained from or reviewed in the Planning Board Office:
Copies of the Master Plan can be purchased and/or reviewed.
Applications for Site Plan and Subdivision can be obtained.
Planning Board Minutes
If you have any further questions, please contact Jo-Ann Heyer, Planning Board Secretary, at the Planning Board Office at 201-825-3400 X 261. The hours of the Planning Board Office are Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm.
PLANNING BOARD
Appointed by Mayor, except Class II which is a Council appointment for one year.
Class IV members are appointed for a four year term, except for one member who is also on the Environmental Commission and that term is a three year term. Meets the first and third Tuesday of the month beginning at 7:30 p.m. work session and 8:00 p.m. meeting.
Member Term
Mayor Christopher Botta 12/31/10
John Solarino 12/31/08
Councilman Arthur Nalbandian 12/31/08
Dr. Rudolph Iorio, Chairman 12/31/10
Steve Schefers 12/31/09
David Torchin 12/31/09
Harry Smith 12/31/11
Shawn Kirk 12/31/08
Donald McLaughlin, Vice Chair 12/31/11
Alternate 1
Carl Weber 12/31/08
Alternate 2
Vacant 12/31/09
Engineer: Harold Reed
Attorney: Bruce Whitaker
Secretary: Jo-Ann Heyer
Council Liaison: Councilman Nalbandian