October 10, 2012

APPLICATION(S) PB-12-19/Moskovitz Family LP t/a Pleasantdale Plaza Block: 152.22; Lot(s): 1420, 1420.03; Zone: B-1 Preliminary and final amended site plan with “C” variances for improvements to an existing building with on-site parking. EXHIBITS A-1— Sheets SD-1 through Pages SD-7 ~Proposed alterations to existing retail building as part of the Applicant’s submission package; A-2 — Colorized version of the Landscape and Lighting Plan (Sheet SD-5); A-3 — Colorized version of twelve (12) existing conditions photograph (Sheet PH-1); A-4 — Colorized version of proposed elevations (Sheet PB-4); A-5 — Existing Floor Plan (Sheet PB-1); A-6 — Existing Elevations (Sheet PB-2); A-7 — Proposed Floor Plan (Sheet PB-3). DISCUSSION Mr. Robert C. Williams, Esq., attorney for the Applicant appeared before the Board. Mr. Williams introduced the Application; the Applicant was seeking preliminary and final amended site plan approval with variances for parking, impervious coverage, and exceptions to height limitations for decorative towers. The site was in the B-1 Zone, The Applicant proposed to re-align interior tenant space with improvements to the building and parking area. Mr. Williams introduced Richard J. Adelsohn, P.E., Frank H. Lehr Associates. Mr. Adelsohn stated his credentials; and was accepted by the Board to be an expert in the field of engineering. Mr. Adelsohn testified regarding the proposed changes to the existing building located at 641-649 Eagle Rock Avenue. Mr, Adelsohn identified the building; he said the location included the Walter Bauman store, which was approximately 8,000 square feet. Mr. Adelsohn said that the Applicant also owned the building at 440 Pleasant Valley Way, the site of a Dunkin Donuts store, which shared parking with 641-649 Eagle Rock Avenue. Mr. Adelsohn said the renovations to the site included re- grading the parking lot to make it more handicapped accessible; adding new green space, and. upgrading the lighting in the parking area by adding three (3) new poles and lighting on the rear exterior of the building. Mr, Adelsohn said the site plans indicated there were currently128 parking spaces; however, the correct number of existing spaces was 125 parking spaces. Referring to Exhibit A-2, Mr. Adelsohn described the improvements to the parking area; he stated there would be increased safety for pedesirians and a new

er of existing spaces was 125 parking spaces. Referring to Exhibit A-2, Mr. Adelsohn described the improvements to the parking area; he stated there would be increased safety for pedesirians and a new handicapped parking area; and although there would be a slight decrease in parking spaces, there would be a gain in green space. Mr. Adelsohn detailed the corner improvements to the rear of the building and detailed the proposed security lighting on the rear of the building. The Board and Mr. Adelsohn discussed the lighting and landscaping plan. The Board voiced concern that some of the proposed plantings might affect vehicular and pedestrian vision. Mr. Keller agreed that some plantings might not be appropriate; Mr. Adelsohn said he would take the Board’s concerns in to advisement when submitting the final plans. There was further discussion regarding signage, traffic flow and revisions to the parking lot. The Board asked if there was currently mechanical equipment on the roof and if additional equipment would be installed. Mr. Adelsohn said there was currently equipment on the roof, he was not sure what would be replaced, but that all units would be set back. NAPLANNING.BRDWPMINUTES\2012\10-10-2012 Minutesdoe 5