Application Package

6. The limited hours of operation in consort with the unique type of merchandise being retailed result in a de minimus impact in the surrounding neighborhood with respect to the traffic generated, parking requirements and general intensity. The premises is particularly suitable for the proposed use. 7. Having analyzed the master plan and zoning ordinance of the Township of West Orange, the granting of this application would not substantially impair the intent and purposes of the zone plan. 8. The proposed site plan is inclusive of a safe and efficient means of ingress and egress for customers and the edifice as maintained includes a safe and efficient means of drainage, sewage, water supply and an aesthetically pleasing landscaping plan. 9. The proposed use would not interfere with the surrounding properties nor would it result in decrease property values in the area. 10. Granting the proposed application would promote the purposes of the Municipal Land Use Act. Specifically, the development as proposed would promote a general welfare of the community, a desirable visual environ- ment and provides sufficient space in an appropriate location for the particular use. and WHEREAS, upon a review based upon the evidence before the Board, the nature, intensity and character of the current use of the property constitute an illegal use on the property which is not permitted by the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of West Orange; and WHEREAS, the Board of Adjustment on December 19, 1991 voted to affirm the decision of the Administrative Officer, declaring the subject use as illegal by a vote of 7 for affirmation and 0 against affirmation; and WHEREAS, the Board of Adjustment of the Township of West Orange has determined that based upon the factual findings, special 3