September 12, 2013

the building. He said that there are a total of 179 parking spaces for the adjacent office building. Mr. Buechler asked Mr. Sparone if it will be one continuous parking lot, Mr. Sparone replied yes. Mr. Diaz approached the podium and explained that there is a cross easement for access to both properties, from the driveway, that was approved in the subdivision application. Mr. Sparone stated that they are proposing two stories on the building and the Township ordinance allows two and one half stories. Mr. Sparone stated that the site has no direct frontage to the roadway and no rear yard and detailed all of the side yard setback variances being requested. He detailed the lot coverage, the building coverage and stated that the property also meets the steep slope requirements. Mr. Sparone said that 199 parking spaces are being proposed and 324 parking spaces are required according to the Township Ordinance. Mr. Buechler asked Mr. Sparone if they had spoken to L.A. Fitness regarding the number of parking spots. Mr. Diaz approached the podium and stated that he met with them and L.A. Fitness is comfortable with the number of parking spaces being provided. Mr. Sparone stated that there is no designated loading space being proposed. He said the only deliveries made are by Federal Express or UPS trucks and they are made during peak hours at the front entrance. He said the Township Ordinance requires they have three loading spaces and they will need a variance for that. Mr. Sparone stated that they will have a separate trash enclosure with six foot plants surrounding it. Mr. Sparone pointed out where the retaining wall will be located and said that it will run the full length of the building. Mr. Sparone stated that they will stabilize the steep slope so that there is no disturbance. Mr. Sparone said that there is an existing storm water detention system underground and that they will mimic that same design. He said that it will be at or below the existing conditions. Mr. Regan asked Mr. Sparone if it will interfere with the buildings footings or structure; he replied no. Mr. Buechler asked if they read the Boards consulting Engineer’s memo dated 5/21/13; Mr. Sparone replied yes. Mr. Buechler asked Mr. Russo if the applicant agreed to satisfy the comment he noted in his memo; Mr. Russo said that Mr. Staigar did not express any objections to his comments.