May 11, 2023 Special Meeting

were to reduce impacts. For example, one story of construction was eliminated. 244 additional trees are to be saved compared to the original submission in 2021. Phase Four (4) was eliminated and with it 19 independent living units. In turn, eliminating changed the construction timeline from ten (10) years to six (6) years. Landscaping is being proposed to be enhanced along Pleasant Valley Way, with steep slope being minimized. Mr. Geneslaw continued by stating that this application does not create a nonconforming use. There are some similarities between this application and a hospital. This project is inherently beneficial use, advances many zoning principles which fit in with the negative criteria. Mr. Geneslaw stated that since the submitted revised plans, the Township Municipal Engineer and the Township Forrester are pleased with the plans as revised. The project will comply with applicable noise codes, experienced contractors, and the construction of market-rate units, the applicant expects to pay taxes once assessed by the Tax Assessor, the construction is out of sync with the character as most of the area is not residential, traffic for this project will at total there will be 17 new trips generated during peak hours so it will not be a substantial change from what it is presently, this project includes many sustainability and design measures utilizing solar panels, green roofs, and interior measures. Mr. Geneslaw stated that there is a decrease in services for memory care in favor of luxury units. PUBLIC COMMENT. Mr. Kevin Malanga (57 Ridge Road) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Ms. Zasah Khademi (4 Dawes Ave) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Ms. Renee Faibis (24 Skyline Drive) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Ms. Victoria Nnanna (6 Parsons Drive) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Ms. Claire Sylvestri (20 Clearview Drive) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Ms. Andrea Sultan (11 Swazey Avenue) was sworn under oath and opined in favor of this application. Ms. Roz Feder (28 Lakeview Drive) was sworn under oath and opined in favor of this application. Mr. Phil Litwinoff (11 Linden Avenue) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Ms. Joyce Rudin (38 Woodland

ve) was sworn under oath and opined in favor of this application. Mr. Phil Litwinoff (11 Linden Avenue) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Ms. Joyce Rudin (38 Woodland Avenue) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Ms. Sally Malanga (57 Ridge Road) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Ms. Ella Slivka (8 Parson Drive) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Mr. Robert Rashkes (35 Oakcrest Road) was sworn under oath and opined in objection to this application. Chairperson Neuer announced Public Comment is closed.