January 7, 2026, Planning Board Regular Meeting Minutes

ON0OHROONO oOf00 00090 ° ° Cannabis facilities must also be at least 500 feet from houses of worship. The site complies. Parking Requirement: Cannabis cultivation/manufacturing facilities with no more than 10 employees must provide | parking space per 1,000 square feet. The site meets parking requirements. No Mobile or Vehicle-Based Facilities Cannabis businesses cannot operate from vehicles or movable structures. This application does not propose such operations. No Home-Based Cannabis Operations Cannabis businesses cannot operate as home occupations. Not applicable to this project. Signage Regulations Signage will be minimal for property address and directional and identification signs for circulation The plan complies with the ordinance. Security Requirements Must meet municipal security regulations. Mr. Corchado’s testimony addressed the security system. The board will require a letter from the West Orange Police Department confirming the security plan is acceptable. No Cannabis Consumption Areas Cannabis consumption areas are not permitted on the property. This is not proposed and would also likely be prohibited by state licensing. - Mr. Barree stated the project meets all nine conditional-use requirements. - Mr. Barree explained five existing site conditions that do not meet current zoning standards but already exist on the property. Thr ° No coo ROOMO00NDO- -mgoou Side Yard Setback Required: 10 feet The existing building is closer than allowed, but cannot be moved. Parking Space Setback Parking spaces related to the existing deli use are closer than permitted. They will remain in place but be re-striped for better organization. Access Drive Location Ordinance requires 5 feet from the side lot line. The existing access drive is closer than permitted. Access Drive Width Required width: 24 feet Existing residential drive: 18 feet However, it's a relatively low traffic point on the site, and won't have any detriment to continuing that condition. Impervious Coverage The site is almost entirely impervious today. The project will slightly reduce impervious coverage by adding landscaping. e additional forms of relief are requested: Parking Lot Illumination Some areas of lighting fall slightly below required levels. The applicant is willing to work with board professionals to ensure compliance. Internal Sidewalks