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s due to the mechanical equipment and drive-thru intercom loudspeakers for the proposed project and the results of the evaluation indicate that the sound levels due to the mechanical equipment and intercom loudspeakers are expected to Environmental Impact Statement 12 June 2023 DEC #1021-99-025

meet the applicable limits of the NJDEP noise regulation at the nearest property lines with the recommended maximum equipment sound levels. There will be a short-term impact associated with noise during construction of the site. Noise control equipment to be utilized during construction shall be standard earth moving equipment which are required to meet both the Township of West Orange and State Noise Control Standards. Although an increase in noise levels is anticipated, it will be short term and intermittent. Noise impacts are typically mitigated by employing the following noise abatement measures during construction: • Proper maintenance of equipment; • Use of exhaust muffling equipment; • Efficient air intake silencers; • Proper cooling system operations; and • Avoiding prolonged idling of equipment. Construction activity will take place during normal working hours, in accordance with Township of West Orange Ordinances. The noise impact of the construction on-site to surrounding areas is lessened due to the distance from the source. Sound levels are inversely proportional to the distance from the source. To quantify, each time the distance from the source doubles, the sound pressure level (SPL) is halved, resulting in a decrease of approximately 6 dBA. M. Degradation of Cultural/Historical Resources The proposed project is not located in a Historical District, nor is the site considered to be historical itself. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the proposed project will adversely affect any historical districts and properties. N. Land Use The proposed use is a conditionally permitted use in the zone and will require a variance. The conditional use requirements are not met due to the proposed fast food restaurant being located on a lot adjacent to a residential district boundary line, the frontage along Rosney Terrace being less than 200 feet, and the proposed driveway being less than 100 feet from a Environmental Impact Statement 13 June 2023 DEC #1021-99-025

street intersection. The Professional Planner for the project will provide testimony at the Zoning Board of Adjustment hearing to support the proposed land use. 5. Alternatives to the Proposed Project A. “No Project” or “No-Action” Alternative The “No Project” or “No-Action” alternative would leave the site vacant and undeveloped. The proposed use has minimal traffic volumes and is compatible with the existing nearby properties. The “No Project” alternative would eliminate potential economic growth/commerce for the Township of West Orange as well as leave a void in providing the new eateries this project offers to the residents of West Orange. In addition, the neighboring environment would not benefit from the reduction in impervious coverage and increase in vegetative buffering to the adjacent residential uses. B. Alternative Layouts Alternative layouts have been considered but the proposed development layout provided the best balance of the following factors: • Grading within the development • Access from the adjacent streets • Screening of on-site amenities from neighboring uses 6. Permits Required The following permits will be required for the approval and construction of the proposed development: • Township of West Orange Zoning Board of Adjustment – Site Plan Approval • Hudson Essex Passaic Soil Conservation District – Certification • Essex County Planning Board – Site Plan Approval • Joint Meeting of Essex and Union Counties – Sewer Service Approval • New Jersey American Water – Water Service Approval • PSE&G – Electric and Gas Service Approval Environmental Impact Statement 14 June 2023 DEC #1021-99-025

7. Conclusion Due to the location of the site, the proposed design and proposed mitigation measures, it is the opinion of this firm that the expected impacts to the existing natural resources on site and within the Township for this development would be consistent with those from any other permitted development. The development will provide value to the community and the proposed increase in open space and vegetation would provide long-term benefits for the surrounding environment. Environmental Impact Statement 15 June 2023 DEC #1021-99-025

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