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Ewing, NJ 08628
Ewing, NJ 08628
Zoning Board
Dec 19th Zoning Board Agenda and Supporting Documents Published
The Agenda and supporting documents for the December 19th Zoning Board meeting have been published.
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Mailing Address
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Ewing Municipal Building
2 Jake Garzio Drive
Ewing, NJ 08628
p: (609) 883-2900 Ext 7677
Board Members
George Byrd [Term exp. 12/31/24]
Howard Greenberg [Term exp. 12/31/25]
Monica M. Harvey-Talbert [Term exp. 12/31/25]
Mary Corrigan [Term exp. 12/31/27]
John Maloney [Term exp. 12/31/26]
Kimberly Owens [Term exp. 12/31/26]
Carl Benedetti, Jr. [Ter, exp. 12/31/25]
Sarita L. Wilson [Term exp. 12/31/24]
Eddie M. Roberts [Term exp.12/31/24]
Edwin W. Schmierer, Esq.. - Attorney
Chuck Latini - Zoning Officer/Planner
Martin Miller - Engineer
Imelda Wollert - Recording Secretary
Zoning Board Information
The purpose of the Zoning Board of Adjustment is to rule on deviations from Ewing’s zoning laws. They hear appeals, rule on cases of requests for variance(s) to and interpret “use” applications.
Members
The Zoning Board of Adjustment consists of seven regular members and two alternate members, residents of Ewing Township and appointed by the Township Council. Regular members are appointed for four year terms and alternates are appointed for two year terms. Members may not hold elective offices in the municipality.
Voting
Alternate members shall be designated at the time of their appointment as "Alternate No. 1" and "Alternate No. 2." Alternate members may participate in the discussions of the proceedings but may not vote except in the absence or disqualification of a regular member. A vote shall not be delayed in order that a regular member may vote instead of an alternate member. If a choice must be made as to which alternate is to vote, "Alternate No. 1" shall vote.
Officers and Positions
Members of the Zoning Board of Adjustment designate one of their members to serve as Chair and Vice Chair at the annual reorganization meeting. The also select a Secretary who may or may not be a member of the Board or a municipal employee.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment is advised by the Zoning Board of Adjustment attorney selected by the Board.
Zoning Board Meeting Schedule
Funding
Funds are appropriated in the Township budget for expenses including compensation of such experts and other staff and services as it may deem necessary. The Board, however, shall not authorize expenditures which exceed, exclusive of gifts or grants, the amount appropriated by the governing body for its use.
For a full overview of the powers and jurisdiction of Zoning Board of Adjustment see Zoning Board of Adjustment and Planning Board under the Land Use section of Ewing’s municipal ordinances.
For additional information about applications submitted to the Planning or Zoning Board of Adjustment see the Planning and Zoning Office of the Code Enforcement Department.
Meetings
The Municipal Zoning Board meets on the third Thursday of every month. The meeting schedule is subject to change and additional meetings may be added if necessary. Please check the website Calendar for additions/changes to regularly scheduled meetings. Meeting Agendas, including Site Review Schedules are published in the News & Announcements section of the website prior to the meetings.
Rules for Public Participation
The Board invites and encourages participation by the public in its meetings. The public will have an opportunity to address the Board during the “Statements and Comments from Members of the Public” segment of each respective application. Open public comment is also permitted at the conclusion of the meeting.
- Sign up on the sheet, noting the topic on which you will speak. (The sheet is at the table in front of the dais.) The Board also invites latecomers to speak at this time who have not signed up.
- Come forward to the microphone when you speak.
- When recognized by the Chair, state your name and address for the official record before directing your question or comment to the presiding officer. Be sure to speak clearly into the microphone.
- You will have five minutes to speak, unless otherwise instructed