May 3, 2017

A-3: Google Area Image of the subject property A-4: Architectural Elevation A-5: Google Earth aerial view of the property with evacuation route shown DISCUSSION Sal M. Anderton, Esq., Porzio Bromberg & Newman, P.C., approached the podium. He stated he was the attorney representing the Applicant and contract purchaser of the property, GBSJ Properties, LLC. He stated the application was for site plan approval to demolish a vacant house and the former Mt. Fuji restaurant for the construction of a Goddard Childcare center. He stated the site was L-shaped located on two lots that would be consolidated by deed; a number of bulk variances were being requested; and two waivers were requested. One waiver for off-site conditions 200 feet off the survey; they had not been included in the plan; and one waiver for landscape design prepared by a licensed landscape architect; the landscape plan had been prepared by the Applicant’s civil engineer. Referring to the Township Planner’s Report (4/28/17), he listed the variances required: Minimum Side Front Yard, Maximum Lot Coverage, Accessory Structure Location, Accessory Use Location, Yard Encroachments, Fence Location in Nonresidential District, Required Parking, and Maximum Monument Sign Width. Regarding the variance for Disturbance of Slopes of 25% or More, he stated he did not believe the intent of the Natural Feature Ordinance applied to a lot that was developed. It was a very small portion of the lot that was steep slope, it was not a natural feature, it was an existing site condition and was listed in the ordinance as an exception. Mr. Anderton called his first witness to the podium. He stated that in addition to being the Applicant’s expert in architecture, he would qualify also as an expert in childcare operations. Matthew Jarmel, AIA, Jarmel Kizel Architects & Engineers, Inc. was sworn in, stated his credentials, and was accepted by the Board to be an expert witness in architecture with a specialty in childcare center operations. Mr. Jarmel stated that childcare facilities were designed for children aged six weeks to five years, licensed by the NJ Department of Children and Families, and pre-approval from the Department of Environmental Protection after the issuance of local Certificate of Occupancy. The Applicant proposed to build a Goddard School, a franchise started in 1986. There were currently sixty-three

rtment of Environmental Protection after the issuance of local Certificate of Occupancy. The Applicant proposed to build a Goddard School, a franchise started in 1986. There were currently sixty-three operating in New Jersey. The building would be approximately 8,800 square feet; the hours of operation for the proposed facility would be 6:30 A.M. to 6:30 P.M. Referring to Exhibit A-1, he described the site location. He stated the current Mt. Fuji building would be demolished. He stated the new building had been designed for a maximum enrollment of 136 children. He gave a brief description of a typical day including morning drop-off, building access including security system, and parking lot configuration. He described the interior floor plan including entrance vestibule, reception area and offices, and classrooms. Each classroom had two means of egress. The childcare center was an I-4 Building Code classification, which meant there were greater life safety requirements. The building would have a mandatory sprinkler system. The building had a much greater outdoor air requirement; a tremendous amount of outdoor air would be brought in. Other site improvements would include a 5,600 square feet outdoor playground to the rear of the building with a new walkway secured by a 6-ft. fence. Referring to Exhibit A-2, Mr. Jarmel stated the rendering was a typical of a Goddard School architectural design. 11