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Minutes · Aug 18, 2016

August 18, 2016

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Ms. Moore called her first witness. Giuseppe Barberio, architect for the applicant, approached the podium and was sworn under oath. Mr. Barberio detailed his professional and educational background as a professional architect licensed in the State of New Jersey. Chairman Neuer asked Mr. Keller if there are limitations regarding architects testifying to site plans; he said that storm water is the only thing an architect cannot testify to when it comes to site plans. Chairman Neuer stated that the architectural plans that were submitted to the Board are signed and sealed by someone else and asked Ms. Moore if Mr. Barberio prepared the plans; she replied yes. Mr. Barberio stated that he works as an associate at the Dassa-Haines architectural group. Chairman Neuer stated for the record that Mr. Barberio’s initials are on the plans. Chairman Neuer accepted Mr. Barberio as an expert in architecture. Mr. Barberio presented sheet 1 of the proposed site plan and floor plans dated 4/28/16 that was marked as Exhibit A-1 for identification. Mr. Barberio referred to Exhibit A-1 and detailed what is being proposed and all of the interior modifications related to the daycare use of this property. Mr. Barberio stated that they will be providing six (6) parking spaces and one handicap parking space. He referred to Exhibit A-1 and detailed where the parking spaces are located that will be utilized for the employees and the residents of the home and detailed where the parking spaces will be located that will be used for visitor parking and drop off. Mr. Barberio detailed the grassy play area in the rear of the house and stated that a four foot high fence is being proposed to enclose that area. Ms. Moore said that Bowman Consulting requested that they provide more fencing details and that it will be provided as a condition of approval. 10

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