METUCHEN PLANNING BOARD

MINUTES

AUGUST 18, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 8:03 p.m. by the Vice Chairperson, Deanna Manzo, who read the statement in accordance with the Open Public Meeting Act.

Present: Jack Belowich Ellen Clarkson, Alt. I

Martin Jessen John Leazer, Alt. II

David Labrecque William Doyle, Attorney

Deanna Manzo, Vice Chr. David Hoder, Engineer

Kenneth O’Brien Sharon Hollis, Secretary

Catherine Totin, Councilmember

Absent: Eric Erickson, Chairman Carlos Rodrigues, Planner

Edmund O’Brien, Mayor

RESOLUTIONS:

Fox & Foxx Development, LLC – TRC – Applicant is seeking to amend site plan approval to have existing concrete curb & gutter remain and replace only sections damaged by construction.

86 Linden Avenue Block 96 Lot 75.02

Mr. Belowich read the resolution. After a brief discussion, a motion was made by Mr. Belowich to approve the recommendation as written, seconded by Mr. Jessen. The public portion was opened. Since no one came forward the public portion was closed. Roll call vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS:

Globe Die Cutting Products Inc. – Applicant is seeking site plan approval to finish vacant space between buildings.

82-84 Liberty Street Block 48.1 Lot 72

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Edmund Mikalauskas, attorney, explained the application. Mr. Mikalauskas stated Globe Die Cutting is seeking site plan approval for 1,343’ addition to enclose a portion of the alleyway between existing buildings at 82-84 Liberty Street. The addition will be used for warehouse storage space. The applicant is also requesting two (2) variances, one for building coverage and the other is for open space.

Scott Lurie, licensed architect and professional planner, was sworn in by Mr. Doyle. Mr. Lurie described the existing site and surrounding area. The lot size is 146,278’. Presently, the total square footage for the three (3) masonry buildings on the site is 72,529’. The proposed addition will add 1,343, 15’6” wide by approximately 97’ long, which will be located between the buildings facing Liberty Street. Currently, this is a void area which contains gravel and an old concrete pad, etc. (Five mounted colored photographs of the site were marked for identification by Mr. Doyle as exhibits A-1 through A-5). The addition will not be visible to neighbors. The structure will be slightly lower than the present structures by 1 ½ feet and will be setback approximately 47’ back off the property line and 37’ back from the face of the building. This addition would increase the coverage by 1% and that percentage will not impact the site.

Mr. Hoder’s memo was discussed. Mr. Lurie stated a waiver was requested not to show some of the site plan requirements since none of the requested items were being impacted by this addition.

After a brief discussion, Mr. Hoder stated the plans should be revised to show the parking area, but no elevations are required. The plans should show what is on the site. No additional landscaping is required for the proposed addition.

Mr. Mikalauskas stated the applicant will work with Mr. Hoder to provide whatever additional level of detail is necessary on the plans.

Mr. Mikalauskas noted that with the last approval of this site by the Planning Board all three lots were merged into one and a deed was filed with the County. A copy of the deed can be supplied to the Board.

Ms. Clarkson stated if there is a history of applications on a particular property it should be submitted as part of site plan requirements.

Joel Nagler, comptroller, was sworn in by Mr. Doyle. Mr. Nagler stated the addition will be used for storage. More and more material needs to be stored due to the nature of our business. No additional employees will be hired. There are currently 104 parking spaces on site. The maintenance department has submitted the percentage of uses within the buildings as follows; light industrial 40,000’, which requires 50 parking spaces, warehouse 28,000’, which requires 28 parking spaces and office 4,500’, which requires 18 parking spaces. The total number of parking

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spaces required are 98. There are 104 available. The warehouse figure includes the proposed addition. The parking lot is never full. Only half the parking spaces are used because some of our employees use public transportation and car pooling. Globe Die Cutting employs 135 people, divided between three shifts. Mr. Nagler explained the type of business that is done at the site and stated that there are no plans in the future to expand the business any further.

The public portion was opened. Since no one came forward the public portion was closed.

Conditions of approval:

- The applicant must submit revised plans to reflect the edge of impervious coverage, all parking spaces, paving, sidewalks and curbs.

- The applicant shall submit a copy of the deed of merger and a history of prior applications before the Board.

- The applicant shall install a handicap ramp at the entrance to the premises and comply with all ADA requirements.

After a brief discussion, a motion was made by Mr. Belowich to approve the application with the noted conditions, seconded by Mr. Jessen. Roll call vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

The minutes from the June 2, 2005 were approved with the following change:

- Item F. – All deliveries shall be made on Saturday in the rear parking lot.

Councilmember Totin informed the Planning Board that Board member Steve Strom passed away. In recognition of his service and dedication to the Board, Councilmember Totin requested the Board Secretary to send a letter of condolence and appreciation to his family.

The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sharon Hollis

Planning Board Secretary