October 24, 2012

The Board questioned whether the proposed structure could be moved further south on the property to minimize disturbing the steep slope. Mr. Polyniak stated that moving the structure would affect the proposed drive isle. The Board inquired as to the structural design of the rear wall; Mr. Polyniak said the material would be a typical poured concrete. The Board expressed concern that the dumpster location was too close to the residential area; would it be possible to “flip” its location. The Board inquired about the site’s drainage system; there was concern that the water leading into pipes from the trench drain would possibly back-up and run-off would pool on Pleasant Valley Way. There Board inquired about the proposed landscaping plan; there was concern that some of the proposed plantings would not work at the location. It was suggested that more native plantings; shade trees and street trees be incorporated; and that the proposed juniper plantings would not stabilize the steep slope. Mr. Polyniak said a certified landscape architect who believed the proposed plan would work; and with regard to street trees, they could not be located in the site triangle had prepared the landscaping plan. The Board asked if the Applicant had considered eliminating left turns out of driveway. Mr. Polyniak said the plan did not incorporate eliminating left turns. Mr. Keller inquired regarding the truck-turning path; from where would delivery trucks be coming; what was the size of the trucks, and what times were scheduled for deliveries. Mr. Polyniak said that tractor-trailers would be coming from Route 280 to make deliveries between the hours of 7:00 P.M. and 5:00 A.M. utilizing the parking lot but not impede the lot usage. Mr. Keller inquired about the grading of site. He noted the Applicant was seeking a variance for a fenced-in wall greater than 6 feet. He asked if there was a way to eliminate the need for the variance; additionally he wanted to know the length of the proposed wall. Mr. Polyniak said the proposed wall was 8 feet in height; the fength would be approximately 15 feet. Mr. Keller inquired if it would be possible to move the proposed structure to the south; Mr, Polyniak said moving the structure would affect the drive isle. Mr. Keller commented that Mr. Polyniak should review the provision for street trees with the Applicant’s landscape architect. Mr, Keller

Polyniak said moving the structure would affect the drive isle. Mr. Keller commented that Mr. Polyniak should review the provision for street trees with the Applicant’s landscape architect. Mr, Keller noted that the plan indicated modular block wall with perforated drain connecting to the storm sewer system but the drainage plan did not indicate any inlets. Mr. Polyniak said there are drainage structures that could tie in to the system. Mr. Keller asked for details regarding the lighting plan; was there a difference between the color pattern and intensity of the fixtures; Mr. Polyniak said those issues had not been specified. Mr. Keller advised that the lighting plan specify those issues. Mr. Keller said that the proposed trench drain was appropriate, but said the leaf litter would make maintenance difficult. Mr. Polyniak agreed that the system would have to be maintained; it would not be easy. Mr. Keller asked if the parking lot had designated spaces for employees; Mr. Polyniak advised the lot did not have designated spaces. Mr. Keller asked if Mr. Polyniak was satisfied that the dumpster area was properly screened; Mr. Polyniak indicated he believed the screening was sufficient. There were no questions from Public Advocate, Chairman Bagoff asked members of the public for their questions on heard testimony. Manuel Lin — 938 Pleasant Valley Way. William Wai, 37 Mt. Pleasant Place. Thomas Heigle, AIA, Consulting Architect, Harrison French & Associates, Ltd., was sworn in, stated his credentials; and accepted to be an expert witness in the field of architectural design. In response to the Board’s inquiry regarding whether the Applicant’s architectural firm was licensed in the State of New Jersey, Mr. Del Vecchio said that Harrison French & Associates, Ltd. believed they met the conditions of N\PLANNING.BRDUPPMINUTES2012110.24-2012 Special Meeting Minutes.doc 0