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Minutes · Sep 14, 2017

September 14, 2017

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Chairman Neuer stated that the bus pull out was discussed at the Site Plan Review meeting and Mr. Keller incorporated that in his review memo (item #3). He said that the witness agreed to comply with all of the comment in that memo. Mr. Daniel asked Mr. Martell how they will prevent motorists from cutting through the parking lot; he said they are proposing signage that says “no cut-thru”. Mr. Daniel asked Mr. Martell how old the building is that is being demolished; he said he does not know. Chairman Neuer advised Mr. Williams to find out when the church building was built between now and the next meeting. Mr. Daniel asked Mr. Martell if the building is eligible for the historic registry, Chairman Neuer answered and said they know that it has not been registered. Chairman Neuer stated that the applicant will indicate to the Board at the next meeting the age of the building. Chairman Neuer advised Mr. Daniel to find out on his own if the building is eligible for the historic registry. Mr. Daniel stated that if it was eligible the Planner would have noted that in his report. Chairman Neuer said that is not part of their job; he said they receive information and do not necessarily investigate such matters. Theodore Podecuer approached the podium and stated that he lives at 14 Haller Road. He stated that all the other banks in the area have their entrances on Pleasant Valley Way with side parking so what makes this bank different. Chairman Neuer stated that this question has already been asked and the difference is that this is a corner lot. Ari Moses approached the podium and stated that he lives at 11 Haller Road. He asked Mr. Martell if there has been any discussions with the Township regarding making a right onto Haller Road and will it remain that way when the Town takes ownership; he said there has been no pre- agreement and would be up to the town. Chairman Neuer stated that if this application is approved the Board can make that a condition. Jerome Eben approached the podium and stated that he lives at 26 Walker Road. He asked Mr. Martell why they are proposing more parking when less is required; he responded that the owner does not feel comfortable having only what is required. Mr. Eben asked Mr. Martell how much space is between the widths of the drive aisle in the east west direction of the commuter parking lot; he said fifty three (53) to

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le having only what is required. Mr. Eben asked Mr. Martell how much space is between the widths of the drive aisle in the east west direction of the commuter parking lot; he said fifty three (53) to fifty four (54) feet. Mr. Eben asked Mr. Martell if they are proposing enter and exit ground signs; he said yes.

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