June 19, 2014

Mr. Neuer asked Mr. Patel if the third floor needs a second means of egress; he replied no. He said that only one means of egress is required because it is treated as a single family home. Mr. Neuer asked Mr. Patel to provide the code regarding egress from the second and third floor. Mr. Vena stated that the Township would not have issued building permits if the plans were not in compliance with the code regarding the egress. Dr. Prakash approached and stated that he was told that a variance was required for parking, the relocation of the staircase and the expansion of a non-conforming use only. Mr. Vena said that he has a witness that will testify to the expansion of a non-conforming use. Vice Chairman Buechler said that the building was vacant for about three years and that they have altered the building. Mr. Vena said that it was always an office use and a medical office building and it is an expansion of a non-conforming use. He said that if they did not have to replace the staircase and install a lounge on the second floor they would not need a variance. Mr. Bullock referred to Mr. Grygiel’s report and stated that the building has been in existence since 1959 and that no other proof was presented for the expansion of a non-conforming use. He said that the Board will need to hear more testimony. Mr. Vena said that if they amend the application to eliminate the lounge on the second floor and the first floor is used strictly for medical use then they will only need a variance for the re- location of the stairs to the side yard. Vice Chairman Buechler asked Mr. Vena what they will do about all of the construction that was already completed; he said that they will re-configure it. Vice Chairman Buechler stated that they will still require a parking variance; Mr. Vena said no because it will be exactly the same as the prior use. Mr. Neuer said that he agrees with Mr. Bullock and that the Board will need to hear more testimony regarding the expansion of a non-conforming use. Vice Chairman Buechler stated that when they do come back they will have to provide testimony as to how they will re-configure all of the construction that was completed and tell the Board what they are now proposing. Vice Chairman Buechler stated for the record that this application will be carried to the regular Zoning Board meeting on July 17, 2014 and that no further

tell the Board what they are now proposing. Vice Chairman Buechler stated for the record that this application will be carried to the regular Zoning Board meeting on July 17, 2014 and that no further notice will be necessary. 14

The meeting was adjourned by Vice Chairman Buechler at 10:57 pi Adopted: July 17, 2014 Zoning Board Secretary 15