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Supporting Documentation · Sep 17, 2026

09102026_ZB 26 02 13 Porter Road_Combined Completeness and Board Review 2

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Memorandum Page 4 of 6 j. A listing of all variance requests, waiver requests of miscellaneous design standards and checklist waiver requests. X k. If the site is located within a community or development in which any bona fide board or association exists, the written proof that the board or association has received notice of the application for development is required. X 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. X “C” Variance Requirements § 25-51.9 a. A map, either in conformance with subsections 25- 51.3, 25-51.4, 25-51.5, 25-51.6 and 25-51.7.1 or if the application is to be bifurcated, a separate map, signed and sealed by an architect, engineer, planner or surveyor which provides sufficient data (i.e., setbacks, lot area, existing and proposed structures, etc.) upon which a decision can be based. X b. A statement or legal brief which clarifies why the "c" variance should be granted. Particular attention should be paid to the contents of N.J.S.A. 40:55D-70c, applicable case law and relevant Township Ordinances and N.J. Statutes. X 5. Zoning Review and Planning Comments A. Proposed Use: The subject property is located within the R-6 One-Family Residential Zone where single-family, detached dwellings are permitted principal uses on 6,000 square foot lots. The applicant is proposing an expansion on the rear side of the existing dwelling. The proposal would not increase any of the existing maximum setbacks or height. The proposal would increase the impervious coverage of the lot by 3%. B. Bulk Conditions: The following table provides bulk requirements in the R-6 Zone and the existing and proposed conditions as noted on the plans. One (1) variance related to insufficient minimum side yard setback for the east side yard is required for this existing non-conforming condition. R-6 One Family Residential Zone Ordinance Requirements Existing Conditions Proposed Variance Required Min. Lot Area (sqft) 6,000 6,702 No Change No Min. Lot Width (ft.) 60 68.5 No Change No Min. Front Yard (ft.) 30 24.7 No Change No Min. Side Yard Setback (ft.) 10 + 8 14.1 + 6.4 No Change Yes (ENC) (V) Min. Rear Yard Setback (ft.) 30 34.8 No Change No Maximum Building Height 2.5 Stories / 1.5 Stories / No Change No

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