October 27, 2011

2, ZB-11-14/Longo Carried from 9/22/11 Block: 88; Lot: 21; Zone: OB-2 15 Mt. Pleasant Avenue “D” & “C” variances for lot area, front and side yard set-backs, maximum lot coverage and parking for an addition to the third floor and converting a two family house into a three family house EXHIBITS A-1 existing site plan A-2 proposed site plan DISCUSSION Carmine Campanile, Esq, attorney for applicant, approached podium. He stated he will present two witnesses this evening to testify. Mr. Campanile explained that the applicant purchased this property as a two family house and is proposing to convert it back to its original state as a three family house with an addition to the third floor. Mr. Campanile stated that to do this will requive a D variance because it’s a non conforming use and the property is located in a zone that does not allow expansion. He also stated that the required Cl variances are because of existing conditions. Mr. Campanile stated the additional square footage is only on the third floor and everything on the house that exists will remain the same. Mr. Campanile called his first witness. Nick Marucci approached the podium and was sworn under oath. He listed his credentials, professional background and stated that he was a licensed engineer in the State of New Jersey and works for the Meadowlands Commission. Chairman Neuer accepted his qualifications as an expert in enginecring. Mr. Buechler stated that he also does work for the Meadowlands Commission and asked Mr. Marucci if he is presently working for them. Ms. Beime stated that Mr. Marucci does not interact with any attorneys and does not read any of the plans. Mr. Buechler asked Mr. Campanile if he had any objection and he replied no. Mr. Sussman asked Mr, Marucci what he does for the Meadowlands. Mr. Marucci stated that he runs the pumps and is an environmental and solid waste engineer. Chairman Neuer stated that he has never encountered Mr. Marucci at the Meadowlands Commission. Mr. Marucci detailed the existing site and proposed site plans. Chairman Neuer asked that they be marked as Exhibit A-1 and Exhibit A-2 dated May 16, 2011 with no revisions. Mr. Marucci explained all of the set —backs for the house and the garage and stated that they are proposing a 300 sq. foot addition to the third floor of a two story framed dwelling. He also stated that the addition would make it

the set —backs for the house and the garage and stated that they are proposing a 300 sq. foot addition to the third floor of a two story framed dwelling. He also stated that the addition would make it a two bedroom apartment. Mr. Campanile asked if the