February 6, 2019

handicap. The Applicant proposed landscaping improvements where there was currently none along the southeastern side of the property. He stated there would be a trash enclosure for residential tenants; retail tenants had separate trash collection. Mr. Khan stated the parking lot was approximately 8 feet to 10 feet higher than street level. He stated the building structure was below the parking lot by approximately 5 feet to 7 feet. The Applicant proposed to maintain the same grades in the rear and construct a retaining wall. To make the building handicap accessible from the rear parking lot, the Applicant proposed to install a hydraulic elevator lift that would grant access to the lower level sidewalk. Lighting improvements would include a combination of building mounted and pole fixtures; all fixtures would meet Township requirements. In response to Mr. Keller's memorandum dated February 4, 2019, Mr. Khan discussed the proposed storm water management plan (Item #13). He stated the existing conditions did not include a plan; currently water flowed to Harrison Avenue. He stated the new plan would drastically reduce storm water runoff. Mr. Khan concluded his testimony. The Board questioned Mr. Khan on his testimony including clarification regarding the proposed parking layout, proposed landscaping; storm water runoff; ADA parking; exterior lighting, and snow removal plan. Chairman Weston suggested adding a second handicap parking space. Mr. Grygiel asked for clarification regarding the proposed hydraulic platform lift. Mr. Keller asked for clarification regarding the architect's plan regarding the elevations for the walkway and hydraulic lift. He voiced concern about vehicle protection along the western side of the wall; he suggested a guardrail be installed. He asked for clarification regarding the proposed dumpster enclosure. He voiced concern regarding the proposed lighting plan; he suggested the plan include lessening the spillage in to the rear yard. He voiced concern about the lack of an end island for parking spaces; he suggested it be reconfigured to include an additional handicap space and some additional landscaping. Mr. Keller asked for clarification regarding the storm water management plan. Harvey Grossman, Esq., Public Advocate, asked for additional information regarding the hydraulic lift. He stated he would like to see an illustration of

ion regarding the storm water management plan. Harvey Grossman, Esq., Public Advocate, asked for additional information regarding the hydraulic lift. He stated he would like to see an illustration of the mechanism. The Public had no questions for Mr. Khan. Albert Arencibia, RA, CPA Architecture, was sworn in under oath, stated his professional credentials, and was accepted by the Board to be a professional architect licensed in the State of New Jersey. Mr. Arencibia described the elevations of the two levels of the parking garage and the front sidewalk. He stated the proposed architectural design was intended to complement the adjacent existing building. He stated a type of canopy could be designed to cover the hydraulic lift for use during inclement weather. In response to questions from the Board and its professionals, Mr. Khan agreed that parking in the rear lot would be restricted with appropriate signage; a guardrail would be erected at the top of the retaining wall; the property owner would record a storm water maintenance manual to file with the Department of Environmental Protection; the Downtown Alliance design guidelines would be implemented; there would be two handicap parking spaces; the Applicant would consider eliminating the proposed parking space in the northwest corner of the lot due to back-up constraints; he lighting plan would be revised to avoid spillage on to adjacent properties; and in addition to a canopy; the hydraulic lift would have an emergency contact