September 12, 2013

SWEARINGIN Consulting Engineer, Frank Russo and Consulting Planner for the Township, Paul Grygiel were sworn under oath, APPLICATIONS 1. ZB-13-05/Nicolas . Carried from 8/15/13 8 Pen Bryn Road Block: 148.03; Lot: 13; Zone: R-6 “C’ variances for side yard set-backs for installing a deck Naomie Nicolas and Roberto A. Milten approached the podium. Ms. Nicolas stated that she is the applicant and is proposing to build a deck that requires a variance for the side yard set-backs. Mr. Neuer said that the application stated that they were building a deck as is but said that he saw anew deck on the plans. He asked Ms. Nicolas if the original deck was removed. Ms. Nicolas stated that the original upper deck was destroyed during a storm and that they were replacing it on the existing foundation. She said that they are proposing to build a lower deck with a spa enclosed within it. Mr. Buechler asked the applicant to explain the two tier stairs shown on the plans. Mr. Milten stated that the stairs on the upper deck collapsed and were replaced. He said that they will also be replacing the existing steps leading to the grass area below. Mr. Buechler asked if they received any comments from their neighbors regarding the deck; Mr. Milten replied no. He said that some of the neighbors are anticipating using the spa. Mr. Buechler asked Mr. Miiten if he is a licensed Professional Planner; Mr. Milten replied no. Mr. Buechler said that he is listed on the application as the Planner and asked for clarification. Mr, Milten stated that Ms. Nicolas is his fiancée and they own the home together and he will be doing the construction work himself. Mr. Buechler asked Mr. Milten if he is a licensed contractor; Mr, Milten replied no, Mr. Neuer asked Mr. Milten if the architect drew the deck plans; Mr. Milten replied yes. Mr. Neuer asked Mr. Milten if the architect will inspect the deck; Mr. Milten replied yes. Ms. Nicolas stated that the architect, who prepared the plans, told them that he would oversee the project and inspect the deck periodically. She said that the architect said that the Town will be inspecting the deck also. Mr. Milten said that they will do whatever the Town requires them to do. Mr. Neuer said that his concern is that Mr. Milten is not a licensed contractor and feels that a licensed contractor should do the work.