Prior Resolutions of Approval submission

addition to the variances sought. The burden of proof for the granting of the use variance is less than the usual burden for a “D” variance because the property is a non-conforming commercial use that is being expanded: Through the evidence presented and the various witnesses, the positive and negative criteria were met and it was pointed out that there would be no substantial detriment to the neighborhood or to the public good, safety and welfare and the proposed variance will greatly improve the property and the neighborhood. The benefits that would arise from the granting of the use variance would be that the property would be greatly improved and no longer be inadequate for the needs of the Applicant and would be used for purposes that would increase the utility of the property and therefore benefit the neighborhood. To grant applicant’s relief would not substantially impair the intent and purpose of the zoning Ordinance and Master Plan of the Township of West Orange. Benefits arising from the granting of the variances will improve the property and be a positive impact for the neighborhood without having any negative impact on the neighborhood. The various “C” variances sought are necessary to the proper development of the property. The proposed application advances the purposes of the Municipal Land Use