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Diana Chandler-Zimmermann, Zoning Board Secretary Township of West Orange May 15, 2024 Page 4 please refer to the Requirements for Variances and Reasons for Relief Statement (Planner’s Report), enclosed under Attachment I. Performance Standards The upgrades and expansion to the West Orange Switching Station will improve the public utility system in West Orange for resident utility customers. The Station will be unmanned, with an expected vehicle volume of one or two minivans or light-duty trucks per week to the site, using the proposed internal driveways for temporary parking. No additional parking is needed for the proposed improvements to the Station. There will be no adverse impact to the Township’s performance standards. The Station will not discharge any smoke, fumes, gas, dust, odor or pollutants or waste materials into the air or water, nor will it produce additional glare, vibration, or noise beyond property boundaries. Anticipated Permits & Approvals PSE&G will also be applying to the Essex County Planning Board for a Site Plan Waiver and the New Jersey Department of Transportation for a newly positioned driveway, the Hudson-Essex-Passaic Soil Conservation District for soil erosion and sediment control plan certification, and the Township of West Orange Construction Department for plan review of footings, foundations, structural steel and temporary trailers, including the issuance of building and electrical permits. The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (NJDCA) has removed utility substations from their listing of reviewable activities under N.J.A.C. 5:23-3.11. In support of our application and in accordance with submission requirements, enclosed please find one (1) original and five (5) copies of our Site Plan Application and supporting documents as well as applicable fee checks made out to the Township of West Orange. Additional copies of the application package will be submitted as instructed by the Township of West Orange staff. This information is being submitted in the form of a Report Package, which specifically includes the following: Application Report • Attachment A - Township of West Orange Zoning Board Application Form and Supporting Documents a. Completed Zoning/Planning Application b. Ownership Disclosure Form c. Affidavit of Ownership d. Checklist of Required Items: “C” and “D” Applications Interpretations and Appeals e.

orting Documents a. Completed Zoning/Planning Application b. Ownership Disclosure Form c. Affidavit of Ownership d. Checklist of Required Items: “C” and “D” Applications Interpretations and Appeals e. Site Plan Checklist Form f. Sustainability Checklist Form • Attachment B - List of Requested Submission and Design Waivers • Attachment C - List of Property Owners Within 200 Feet, dated November 29, 2023 and List of Utilities • Attachment D – Property Documents o Proof of Taxes Paid through May 31, 2024 o Property Deed dated July 16, 1928 o West Orange Switching Station Property Record Map dated January 25, 1989