April 4, 2012

option. Mr. Heller wanted to know if there were existing streetscape trees. Mr. Freud said the existing trees were in poor condition; the Township professionals’ recommendation was to remove those existing and plant new trees. Councilwoman McCartney commented the Applicant had presented a comprehensive plan. She said she was pleased with the changes to the impervious coverage to more green area. However, she thought the proposed freestanding sign was too large for the area. Additionally, she wanted to know the hours of operation. Mr. Heller asked for an updated plant schedule with details including the types of plantings to be installed; he said the plan should be in keeping with the character of the neighborhood. Mr. Heller wanted to know if there was the possibility for more impervious coverage revision. Mr. Weston said there had been no discussion of environmental issues. Mr. Del Vecchio said that 7-Eleven does not take control of a property until it has cleaned up by the property owner; all necessary permits would be submitted. Mr. Weston asked if the Applicant would be seeking LEED registration, as encouraged by the Master Plan. Mr. Freud said 7-Eleven does not necessarily seek the certification. Mr. Gurland asked if the front door entrance was mechanically operated; how would a person in a wheelchair enter the building. Mr. Freud said questions regarding the building should be referred to the Applicant’s architect. Mr. Freud described the handicap parking space located adjacent to the loading area. The Board and Mr. Freud discussed trench drainage plan. The Board and Mr. Freud discussed the schedule for garbage pick-up, truck deliveries and the truck path plan. There were no further questions from the Board. Director Lepore and Mr. Freud discussed the location of fence on the rear of property; how the use of the adjacent property might affect the maintenance of the fence. The adjacent property was now used for car parking and storage. Director Borg had no questions for Mr. Freud. The Public Advocate had no questions for Mr. Freud. Chairman Bagoff asked members of the Public if they had questions for Mr. Freud. Joseph Iatarola, $ Ora Court, East Hanover, was sworn in. Mr. latarola said he was the owner of the adjacent property on Valley Road. His said he was concerned with the proposed solid fence material and customers parking on his

t, East Hanover, was sworn in. Mr. latarola said he was the owner of the adjacent property on Valley Road. His said he was concerned with the proposed solid fence material and customers parking on his property. Mr. Freud said the fence would start 18 feet from the curb - it would be 4 feet in height in that area, then 6 feet in height behind the store. Mr. Del Vecchio said the Applicant would agree to revision that NaPLANNING.BRD\PAMINUTESW201 A to4-2012 Revised Drafi Minutes.toe 7