December 18, 2014

2. ZB-14-12/Henry Carried over from 11-20-14 Block: 172.04; Lot: 2.01; Zone: R-5 899 Pleasant Valley Way Seeking two (2) “C” variances for the rear and side yard to construct a second story addition to a single family dwelling. EXHIBITS A-1—Sheet PL3.1 Proposed Floor Plans proposed dated 1/15/13 A-2 ~ Sheet PL2.1 Existing Floor Plans dated 1/15/13 A-3 — Sheet PL1.1 Site Plan and Zoning Chart dated 1/15/13 A-4— Sheet PL3.2 Elevations dated 1/15/13 Vernon A. Henry, applicant, and Salvatore Corvino, architect, approached the podium and were sworn under oath. Mr. Henry stated that he would like to expand his bedroom and said that he hired Mr. Corvino as his architect. Mr. Corvino detailed his professional background as a licensed architect and a professional planner in the State of New Jersey. He said that he has appeared before many Planning and Zoning Boards before and that this is the first time he testifying before this Board. Chairman Buechler accepted Mr. Corvino as an expert in architecture. Mr. Corvino stated that Mr. Henry is proposing to construct an addition to the rear of his two story house. He presented sheet PL3.1 of the proposed floor plans dated 1/15/13. Chairman Buechler asked to have sheet PL3.1 of the existing floor plans marked as Exhibit A-1 for identification. Mr. Corvino referred to Exhibit A-1 and said that Mr. Henry would like to expand one of the bedrooms on the second floor by adding a sitting arca and access to a balcony making it a master bedroom. Mr. Corvino presented sheet PL2.1 of the existing floor plans dated 1/15/13. Chairman Buechler asked to have sheet P1.2.1 of the existing floor plans dated 1/15/13 marked as Exhibit A-2 for identification. Mr. Corvino referred to Exhibit A-2 and noted on the plans the two existing bedrooms and an existing bathroom on the second floor. Mr. Corvino said that the house has existing non-conforming conditions. He said it is an irregular shaped Jot with a long narrow rear portion that runs towards the west part of the site. 6