12122025 PB 25 11 525 Northfield Ave Completness Review 1

Memorandum Page 3 of 3 236 BROAD STREET, RED BANK, NJ 07701 • TEL 732.741.2900 • FAX 732.741.2929 • MAIL@HGAPA.COM • www.HGAPA.com 4. A proposed planting plan and planting schedule indicating the location, the species' common and botanical names, size, quantity and planting instructions for all plant material to be installed including trees, shrubs and ground covers prepared by a professional landscape architect.  Planting/Landscape Plan was not prepared by a professional Landscape Architect; however, the Site Plan/Subdivision Checklist indicates that a waiver was requested for this item. 10. Environmental impact study.  Environmental Impact Study not included in application. The site does not meet the specific exemptions, and it is noted in West Orange’s Land Use Regulations § 25-13.3, “any application requiring a variance pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:55D-70d may be required, at the discretion of the Zoning Board, to be accompanied by an environmental impact statement.” Applicant should either provide this information or seek a written waiver. § 25-51.2 Administrative Requirements. l. All plans and legal documents for compliance with all West Orange COAH Ordinances included in Chapter 25, Section 25-18 must be submitted to the Township.  It is indicated in West Orange’s Land Use Regulations § 25-18.24 that, “the nonresidential portion of a mixed-use inclusionary or market rate development shall be subject to the fee of 2.5% unless otherwise exempted.” It does not appear that this property meets the exemption criteria included in P.L. 2008 Chapter 46, section C.40:55D-8.4. This item should be clarified.  Site Plan/Subdivision Checklist indicates that a waiver was requested for this item. Recommendation Pursuant to §25- 51.7.1 of the Land Use Ordinance, this application is currently incomplete. Please do not hesitate to contact me for any planning related questions at mapte@hgapa.com