PB 22 09 KOMODO DRAGON AND ALLIGATOR EXHIBIT Application Site Plans

TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE APPLICATION PACKAGE PLANNING BOARD OR ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMEN 1. Zoning/Planning Board Application Checklists: e “C” and “D” Applications Interpretations and Appeals e¢ = Major/Minor Site Plan or Subdivision (52 Items) e Sustainability Checklist 3. Fee Schedules 4. W-9 Form 5. Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Schedule 6. Planning Board & Site Plan Review Advisory Board Meeting Schedule 7. Tree Removal Application Procedure 8. Tree Removal Application BEFORE preparing or submitting an Application, it is strongly suggested that you contact the Planning Board Secretary or Zoning Board Secretary. We will be happy to assist you or answer any questions pertaining to the filing of an application to the Planning Board (325-4111) or Zoning Board of Adjustment (325-4108). PLEASE NOTE: ! The application must be typed or neatly printed. ! Twenty (20) copies total - no exceptions. (Nineteen (19) copies shall be submitted with one (1) original.) ! Each application, including the original must have attached any enclosures as required. ! Refer to the Zoning Ordinance for all application requirements. ! Application fees and escrow must be submitted at the time of filing. (If an escrow fee is required, a completed W-9 form must accompany the fees). ! All experts must be licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey. ! Any additional documents submitted after the original filing of the Application must include twenty copies total (nineteen (19) copies with one if ori inab) to the Zoning Board or Planning Board and must be submitted at least [0 days before the Applicant's public meeting date. Afier the Board hears the Application and renders a decision, a Resolution will be read and voted on at the next scheduled regular meeting. Upon receipt of the signed Resolution, the Applicant must submit eight (8) full size sets of final site plans, signed and sealed, to the Board Secretary for signatures. Once the Applicant receives a copy of the signed site plan, the Applicant may then apply for building permits.

ESSEX COUNTY 900 BLOOMFIELD AVE, VERONA NJ 07044 973 226-8500 SVARGHESE@ESSEXCOUNTY.ORG X ESSEX COUNTY X X 560 NORTHFIELD AVE. 163 1 42 R-1 175 SHERIDAN AVE. NORTHFIELD AVE. X SEE ATTACHED LIST X

X COURTESY REVIEW To remove the existing aquarium and old alligator structure (1,178 s.f), to construct a new Komodo Dragon Exhibit building and to the American Alligator exhibit building. all construction will be located in the center of the zoo 140 N/A N/A 1178 SF 1950 SF X X X X

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G. REQUIREMENTS FOR VARIANCES. 4A) 4B) 4C-1) 4C-2) 4D) 4E) Please attach a written statement labeled “PROPOSAL”, describe the major elements of your proposal, and describe in detail the physical and use changes proposed. Please attach a written statement labeled “REASONS FOR RELIEF”, which fully answers 4C-1, 4C-2 or 4D (Special Reasons) AND part 4E (Negative Criteria). (For Cl variances only) The strict application of the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance would result in the peculiar and exceptional practical difficulties or exceptional undue hardship under N.J.S.A. 40:55D- 70c(1). List in detail wherein this case conforms to this requirement, including, if applicable, reference to the exceptional narrowness, shallowness, or shape of the property, or the exceptional topographical conditions affecting the property which applicant contends warrants the granting of the variance. (For C2 variances only) State how the purposes of the Municipal Land Use Law would be advanced by a deviation from the zoning ordinance requirements and the benefits of the deviation would substantially outweigh any detriment according to N.J.S.A 40:55D-70c(2). Please list all benefits of the deviation to the Township and any adverse effects. State how the benefits of the deviation would substantially outweigh any detriment to the Township. (For D variances only) State the special reasons under N.J.S.A 40:55D-70d affecting this property. The granting of this variance will not be substantially detrimental to the public good and will not substantially impair the intent of the zone plan and zoning ordinance. List in detail the reasons, among others, why the variance can be granted without being materially detrimental to the welfare of the community or injurious to the property or improvements of others in the neighborhood and zone. H. PLAT SUBMISSION 4F) Please list all maps and other exhibits accompanying this application. Attach an additional sheet if necessary. ITEM SIGNED BY DATE/REVISION 1. NOTICE Applicant is responsible to publish and serve notice of this application in accordance with Zoning Board of Adjustment/Planning Board requirements; however, notice may not be served until this application is certified as complete and the administrative officer has assigned the applicant a public hearing date. T:PLANNING.BRD\Document Library\PB-ZBA Application 3-15-18.doc

served until this application is certified as complete and the administrative officer has assigned the applicant a public hearing date. T:PLANNING.BRD\Document Library\PB-ZBA Application 3-15-18.doc 45

08-30-2022 560 N0RTHFIELD AVE. ESSEX NEW JERSEY 163 1 96 08-30-2022

CHECK LIST OF REQUIRED ITEMS "C" AND "D" APPLICATIONS INTERPRETATIONS AND APPEALS APPLICATIONS FOR MAJOR/MINOR SITE PLAN OR SUBDIVISION MUST REFER TO THE SITE PLAN/SUBDIVISION CHECKLIST -52 ITEMS. 20 Total (original and 19 copies). All checked items are req) :d; please complete and submit to Board Secretary: Y Completed Application Form, 20 Total (original and 19 copies), including: Y _ the written proposal; Y _ list of variances being requested; Y _ property information; Y applicant and owner information; ¥ _ statement or legal brief which clarifies why the variance should be granted and the specific reasons or hardship that pertain to the proposal, or v in the case of an appeal or interpretation, a statement or legal brief that clarifies the position of the applicant. Y Survey ~ original signed and sealed by New Jersey licensed Land Surveyor, 20 Total (original and 19 copies). Y _ Site Plan, all dimensions, including setbacks, must be shown and prepared by New Jersey licensed Professional except for an owner occupied, single family home, in which case the property owner may prepare the site plan, 20 Total (original and 19 copies). Y Floor plans, all dimensions must be shown-prepared by New Jersey licensed Architect except for an owner occupied, single family home, in which case the property owner may prepare the floor plan, 20 Total (original and 19 copies). Y _ List of property owners within 200° certified by the Municipal Tax Assessor (original). Proof that taxes have been paid, certified by the Municipal Tax Collector (original). A 200° radius map, 20 Total (original and 19 copies). Application fee (non-refundable) also a Digitizing Fee. S88 6K Elevations of three sides, in the case of an existing structure with no proposed structural changes, photographs may be used, 20 Total (original and 19 copies). Y Height dimensions to be included on all elevations, 20 Total (original and 19 copies). Y All plans and documents for West Orange COAH requirements. Y For all Major Subdivision applications, major site plan applications and all applications applying for a“D” variance, a Planner’s report prepared by a New Jersey licensed Planner must be submitted, 20 Total (original and 19 copies). Y For all Major Subdivision applications, and major site plan applications, a Traffic Study prepared by a New Jersey licensed Engineer must be

r must be submitted, 20 Total (original and 19 copies). Y For all Major Subdivision applications, and major site plan applications, a Traffic Study prepared by a New Jersey licensed Engineer must be submitted, 20 Total (original and 19 copies). Y All Site Plan applications must submit a tree removal application and a tree replacement plan and provide a report according to Chapter 31 of the West Orange general ordinances, 20 Total (original and 19 copies). Your application will not be deemed complete unless all these items are included. It is absolutely necessary that all dimensions and elevations be shown on the site plan and floor plan. Please note: other materials may be requested by the Planning Director or Board Members. Revised 8/29/05

Aug 30, 2022 TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE 66 Main Street West Orange, NJ 07052 Re: Construction of a new Komodo Dragon Exhibit and American Alligator Exhibit at the Turtle Back Zoo 560 Northfield Ave West Orange NJ 08086 To Whom It May Concern, Essex County is proposing to remove the existing aquarium and alligator winter habitat structure at the Turtle Back Zoo in order to construct a new Komodo Dragon exhibit building and a new American Alligator Exhibit building. The two new buildings will be part of a new themed exhibit called “The Island Giants” and will be placed within center of the zoo, just east of the existing Sea Lion Exhibit. Amenities will include a new Komodo Dragon indoor habitat, a new American Alligator indoor habitat, a new outdoor habitat for the Komodo Dragon, renovations to the existing American Alligator outdoor habitat, a below water viewing into the American Alligator pool and a small seating area to the east. Entrance to the new exhibit will be from the existing Sea Lion Exhibit, by way of an existing walkway from the north. Visitors will first enter the American Alligator building by passing through a rustic nautical/marina/pier themed structure that leads into the existing alligator pool. Guests will be able to walk around the pool and view the alligator at home in its new/enhanced habitat. The south side of the exhibit will provide a viewing area to observe the alligator during the winter months. An interior shift door will provide access for the alligator to a new exterior habitat for additional viewing during warm weather. A new observation area to the east side of the pool, will allow viewing through new glass windows. The west side of the pool will feature an area for below