ZB 23 09 Seton Hall Preparatory Resolution submission

FINAL - V1 —5.16.24 accepted by the Board as an expert in the field of architecture. 13. Using Exhibits A-1, A-2, and the site and architectural plans, Mr. Fiore testified about the proposed project. He testified that: (i) the building and the entrance to the school face Northfield Avenue; (ii) the area of the building addition is tucked between the original West Orange High School building and the Tracey Gymnasium; (ii) the northernmost point of construction will be 100-feet from the Northfield Avenue curb line; (iv) the Applicant will be replacing the sloped walkway from the Northfield Avenue side to the gym entrance that was demolished in 2022 due to deterioration/safety concerns; (v) the entrance to the gym will be reestablished and the vestibule will be replaced; (vi) residential scale carriage lanterns lighting the walkway will remain; (vii) lighting in the brick steps will be added; and (viii) there will be no other substantial lighting features other than appropriate lighting around the base of the American flag. 14. Mr. Fiore further testified that: (i) the first floor will consist of an 1140 square foot classroom and a 310 square foot storage/mechanical room below the vestibule; (ii) the second floor will consist of an 1140 square foot classroom and the vestibule leading to the gym lobby; (iii) there will be monumental stairs lined on either side with planters for beautification: (iv) all classrooms will be accessible from interior corridors; (v) the addition will provide for cutting edge courses and provide competitive programming; (vi) there will be no increase in the student body; (vii) the gym and corridor walls are being replaced to increase energy efficiency; and (viii) sustainable air conditioning will be installed and natural gas will be discontinued and temoved, resulting in significantly increased energy efficiency. 15. On questioning by the Board, Mr. Fiore testified that: (i) the addition fits in at a lower height than either of the existing adjacent structures; and (ii) the estimated construction