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Minutes · Jan 7, 2015

January 7, 2015

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Russo stated he would not want the rear area used for Domino delivery vehicles; it was too tight a Space. Harvey Grossman, Esq., Public Advocate, asked for clarification regarding the configuration of the rear parking area, dumpster location and garbage collection. Kevin Kruse, Downtown West Orange Alliance, asked for clarification regarding the rear parking area, and if there was a curb cut in front of the property for access if parking across the street in the municipal lot. Mr. Marucci said there was not a curb cut; there was not enough space. There was no further testimony from the Applicant. Mr. Eben opined the project was a long overdue renovation. Mr. Eben said it was a long overdue renovation. End as many empty storefronts as possible. Kevin Kruse, Downtown West Orange Alliance, stated the purpose of the Alliance was to help the Applicant be successful and to ensure the integrity of the corridor. The Alliance was skeptical regarding the testimony that delivery vehicles would use the municipal parking lot instead of idling in front of store on Valley Road. Judy Prophete, 337 Valley Road, said she was concerned about privacy to the rear of the property; would there be plantings and fence improvements, she asked if there would be noise from the venting, would there be odors from the food exhaust, and would the lighting be an issue at night. Mr. Ricci said he would like to meet with Ms. Prophete to discuss her concerns; he said that there are very strict mechanical and health code requirements; the exhaust would not be on the side of the building adjacent to her property; the security lighting in the rear would be shielded, it would not affect her property. Mr. Marucci said the existing fence would be replaced with a new 6 ft. white PVC privacy fence. Conditions: 1. The Applicant shall comply with all applicable Township, County, State and Federal laws, ordinances, regulations and directives, including without limitation, obtaining all applicable local, state and federal approvals and/or permits. Without limitation of the foregoing, prior to the signing of the approved site plans, and prior to the commencement of any land disturbance or construction, the Applicant shall submit to this Board, with a copy to the Board Engineer, proof that it has obtained all required governmental approvals. 2. If another governmental entity or agency grants a

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tion, the Applicant shall submit to this Board, with a copy to the Board Engineer, proof that it has obtained all required governmental approvals. 2. If another governmental entity or agency grants a waiver or variance affecting the plans and/or exhibits submitted by the Applicant, this approval or the conditions attached to it, then the Applicant shall re-apply to this Board respecting the same and this Board shall have the right to view that issue as it relates to this approval and these conditions and modify and amend same, if appropriate.

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