SPRAB report PB 24 01 West Essex Highlands Inc

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 2 www.westorange.org • Affordable units: The applicant was asked to confirm the number of affordable units to be provided, as 97 are shown on the submitted plans, while the number must be 100 according to the applicant’s settlement agreement with the Township. The applicant confirmed the number should be 100 and the plans will be amended accordingly. • Buffer: It was noted that a minimum buffer width around the entire tract boundary of 100 feet is required, while Building D on Sheet 4 of the site plan is setback 91.9 feet from the northern property line, which encroaches in the buffer. The applicant indicated that the required buffer would be provided. • Sewer: Questions were raised regarding the sanitary sewer calculations and the capacity for additional flow in the system, including at any affected pump stations. • Dog kennel and park: There were questions about the proposed dog kennel and dog park in the development, and to whom these facilities would be available. The applicant stated this topic would be addressed at the Planning Board public hearing for the application. • Other issues: Additional information was requested regarding the proposed driveway exiting Building C shown on Sheet SP-5 of the site plan where it crosses the sidewalk and what is proposed at the wetlands crossing on Sheet SP-6 of the site plan. The applicant’s professionals were asked to submit additional information and revised plans, as necessary, in order for the application to be scheduled for public hearing at a future Planning Board meeting.