Trenton public meetings in 2021

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing three appeals regarding property use and expansions in Residential B Zones. The board will consider requests for mixed-use redevelopment, building additions, and the re-occupation of non-conforming dwellings.

• 333 Chambers Street: Request to use vacated office space for a multi-service company with a sign and convert a residential unit into a two-family dwelling
• 3 Dayton Street: Request to expand the rear first floor and second floor for additional seating and improve the parking lot
• 325 Rutherford Avenue: Request to re-occupy a non-conforming vacated two-family dwelling unit as a two-family dwelling unit

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment held a public hearing on December 22, 2021, but made no final decisions on any applications. All three appeals—333 Chambers Street, 3 Dayton Street, and 325 Rutherford Avenue—were adjourned to the January 19, 2022 hearing, with the Chambers Street matter requiring mailed notice to the neighborhood due to the applicant's medical emergency. The board also added a January 26, 2022 meeting and noted that two resumes for board appointments were sent to City Council.

• Adjourned 333 Chambers Street appeal to Jan 19, 2022 due to applicant's medical emergency (unanimous)
• Adjourned 3 Dayton Street appeal to Jan 19, 2022 at applicant's request (unanimous)
• Adjourned 325 Rutherford Avenue appeal to Jan 19, 2022 due to representative's conflict (unanimous)
• Adopted additional meeting on Jan 26, 2022
• Noted two resumes sent to City Council for board appointment consideration

Plannng Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan for a new restaurant at 537 South Clinton Avenue. The board will also review proposed amendments to the Central-East Redevelopment Area Plan intended to allow mixed-use development.

• Site plan approval for 537 South Clinton Avenue to convert a vacant building into a restaurant with additions
• Proposed bulk variance for minimum rear yard size at 537 South Clinton Avenue
• Amendment to Central-East Redevelopment Area Plan to allow mixed-use development near the Trenton Transit Center
• Review of plan amendments against the Trenton250 Master Plan

The Trenton Planning Board approved Taylor Design Group as planner/landscape architect, CME for engineering, Brightview for traffic engineering, and McGill Hall as board attorneys. They also tabled the November minutes, extended the draft land ordinance comment period to January 31, 2022, and postponed a site plan application to February 24, 2022. The board discussed amendments to the Central-East Redevelopment Area Plan but took no final action.

• Approved Taylor Design Group as planner and landscape architect
• Approved CME for engineering
• Approved Brightview for traffic engineering
• Approved McGill Hall as board attorneys
• Tabled approval of November 22 minutes
• Postponed 537 South Clinton Avenue site plan to 2/24/22
• Extended draft land ordinance comment period to 1/31/22

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing several appeals regarding building permits and land use exceptions. The board will consider requests to convert residential spaces into multi-family dwellings, establish new commercial uses, and approve structural additions.

• 333 Chambers Street: Proposal to use vacated office space for a multi-service company and convert a residential unit into a two-family dwelling
• 900-904 Liberty Street: Request to construct an open-air roof covering over a concrete pad for a bar/restaurant
• 1122 Anderson Street: Proposal to convert a deck into living area and a restaurant/bar into a grocery store
• 1600 Calhoun Street: Request to reintroduce an auto repair shop with auto sales and vehicle storage
• 816-818 S Clinton Avenue: Proposal to construct a four-family dwelling building on vacant lots

The Trenton Zoning Board approved four applications: a roof covering for a bar/restaurant at 900-904 Liberty Street, a deck-to-living-area conversion and mini-mart at 1122 Anderson Street, a four-family dwelling at 816-818 S Clinton Avenue, and a deli/retail conversion at 602 Division Street. Several other applications were adjourned to later hearings. The board also retained McGill Hall as legal consultant, CME as engineer, Bright View as traffic consultant, and Taylor Design Group as planning consultant for one-year contracts.

• Approved roof covering at 900-904 Liberty Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved deck conversion and mini-mart at 1122 Anderson Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved four-family dwelling at 816-818 S Clinton Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved deli/retail conversion at 602 Division Street with stipulations (unanimous)
• Adjourned 333 Chambers Street to Dec 22, 2021
• Adjourned 1600 Calhoun Street to Jan 19, 2022
• Adjourned 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue to Jan 19, 2022
• Retained McGill Hall as legal consultant, CME as engineer, Bright View as traffic consultant, Taylor Design Group as planning consultant (all unanimous)

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposal to build a first-floor restaurant with a second-floor apartment at 236 North Clinton Avenue. The applicant seeks preliminary and final major site plan approval, a bulk variance for maximum lot coverage, and waivers. The board will also receive a presentation on the rehabilitation of the Old Wharf at Trenton's Waterfront Park, with public input invited.

• Public hearing on 21-P-236NC: restaurant and apartment at 236 North Clinton Avenue, Block 1602, Lot 31
• Bulk variance requested for maximum lot coverage (60% permitted, 68% proposed)
• Presentation on Wharf Park Project: rehabilitation of Old Wharf at Trenton's Waterfront Park
• Staff recommends approval with conditions for the 236 N. Clinton Ave. application

The Trenton Planning Board tabled a major site plan application for a restaurant and apartment at 236 North Clinton Avenue until January 27, 2022, pending revised site plans. The board also voted to write a letter of support for the Mercer County Park Commission's Wharf Park rehabilitation project, emphasizing the Route 29 boulevard and northern walkway as priorities. Minutes from the October 28, 2021 hearing were approved with two edits, while the November 22, 2021 minutes were tabled due to lack of a voting quorum.

• Tabled 236 North Clinton Ave site plan to Jan 27, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Oct 28, 2021 minutes with 2 edits
• Tabled Nov 22, 2021 minutes due to no quorum
• Approved letter of support for Wharf Park project (unanimous)

Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation

The Trenton Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation will meet virtually on December 8, 2021, to review seven applications for work in historic districts, including door replacements, demolitions, a roof replacement, and solar panel installation. The meeting includes public comment and old/new business items.

• 849 West State Street: replace doors, add side porch for handicapped access
• 20 Berkeley Avenue: demolish garage structure
• 135 Perry Street: replace roof with asphalt
• 25 Perdicaris Place: install roof-mounted solar panels
• 121 and 123 North Stockton Street: demolish structures (City of Trenton)

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a virtual public hearing on two applications to convert or build restaurant spaces on North and South Clinton Avenue. Both projects require site plan approval and bulk variances. The board will also handle routine items like minutes and resolutions.

• 21-P-236NC: New first-floor restaurant with second-floor apartment at 236 North Clinton Ave; seeks variance for 68% lot coverage (60% max)
• 21-P-537SC: Convert vacant building to restaurant at 537 South Clinton Ave; 410 sq ft rear addition, 500 sq ft second story, 270 sq ft attic loft; seeks rear yard variance and lot consolidation
• Staff recommends approval for 236 North Clinton with conditions
• Public hearing on both applications; testimony from applicant experts required

The Trenton Planning Board carried both public hearing items to future meetings. Item 21-P-236NC (236 North Clinton Avenue) was carried because the applicant had difficulty with public notice. Item 21-P-537SC (537 South Clinton Avenue) was carried to the December 20, 2021 hearing after the board requested plan updates, including changing 5 shrubs to 2 shade trees, expanding the entrance apron to 22 feet, and adding an 8-foot ADA aisle. No final approvals were granted.

• Carried 21-P-236NC (236 North Clinton Ave) to a future hearing due to applicant's public notice issues.
• Carried 21-P-537SC (537 South Clinton Ave) to December 20, 2021 hearing after requesting plan updates.
• Requested applicant change 5 shrubs to 2 shade trees; applicant agreed.
• Recommended expanding entrance apron from 20 to 22 feet and adding 8-foot ADA aisle.
• Noted stormwater drainage and ADA access updates needed on plans.
• Conditions for 21-P-537SC include deed of consolidation, removing chainlink fence, and 40-person occupancy.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing five appeals regarding the refusal of building permits. The requests include expanding commercial footprints, changing residential uses, and installing new structures in Residential B Zones.

• 1552 S Clinton Avenue: Proposed 1,500 sq ft grocery/deli expansion and two new apartments
• 333 Chambers Street: Proposed use of office space for a multi-service company and conversion of a unit to a two-family dwelling
• 717 Hamilton Avenue: Proposed use of vacant office space for a multi-service business
• 900-904 Liberty Street: Proposed construction of an open-air roof covering for a bar/restaurant
• 1122 Anderson Street: Proposed conversion of a deck to living area and a restaurant/bar to a mini market/grocery store

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two applications: a grocery/deli expansion with two apartments at 1552 S Clinton Avenue, and a multi-service business with a sign at 717 Hamilton Avenue. Four other matters were carried to the December 15, 2021 hearing, and an additional session was scheduled for December 22, 2021. The board also memorialized a prior resolution for 218 Hamilton Avenue.

• Approved 21-Z-1552C at 1552 S Clinton Ave (grocery/deli expansion + 2 apartments) with condition for additional vegetation (unanimous)
• Approved 21-Z-717HA at 717 Hamilton Ave (multi-service business + sign) with conditions 1-6 from City review (unanimous)
• Carried 21-Z-333CH at 333 Chambers St to Dec 15, 2021 hearing (unanimous)
• Carried 21-Z-900LI at 900-904 Liberty St (roof covering for bar/restaurant) to Dec 15, 2021 hearing
• Carried 21-Z-1122A at 1122 Anderson St (deck conversion + mini market) to Dec 15, 2021 hearing
• Memorialized resolution for 218 Hamilton Avenue (unanimous)
• Added additional Zoning Board session for Dec 22, 2021

Plannng Board

The Planning Board will hold a conference session and public hearing regarding several urban development projects. Presentations will cover updates to downtown and transit-oriented area plans, as well as a draft plan for the Bellevue/Rutherford area.

• Presentation on Downtown Redevelopment Area Plans updates
• Presentation on Transit-Oriented Development Redevelopment Area Plans
• Presentation on the Bellevue/Rutherford Redevelopment/Rehabilitation Area Plan draft

The Trenton Planning Board approved a resolution for Vista Center Development, LLC at 434 Greenwood Avenue, and approved minutes from previous meetings. They also approved amendments to resolutions for 640 Greenwood Avenue and Athing Mu Park. The board heard presentations on downtown and transit-oriented redevelopment plans, and the Bellevue/Rutherford area plan, but took no final action on those items.

• Approved resolution for Vista Center Development, LLC at 434 Greenwood Avenue
• Approved minutes of August 12, 2021
• Approved minutes of August 26, 2021
• Approved minutes of September 23, 2021
• Approved resolution for 640 Greenwood Avenue as amended
• Approved resolution for Athing Mu Park as amended

Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation

The Trenton Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation is meeting virtually on October 27, 2021. The Division of Planning will present a draft Land Development Ordinance that modernizes zoning and aligns with the Trenton250 Master Plan, with public comment ending November 1. The commission will also hear 16 restoration and demolition cases, including two city-requested demolitions of unsafe structures.

• Draft Land Development Ordinance presentation aligning zoning with Trenton250 Master Plan
• 414 Market Street: paint exterior trim to match existing colors
• 46 Colonial Avenue: install 4 egress bedroom windows for fire code
• 121 and 123 North Stockton Street: demolition of unsafe structures by City of Trenton
• Public comment period for ordinance ends November 1, 2021

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will present a draft of a new Land Development Ordinance designed to modernize zoning regulations and align with the Trenton 250 Master Plan. The board will also hear several appeals for use and bulk variances for commercial and residential properties.

• Presentation of draft Land Development Ordinance with public comment open until November 1, 2021
• Appeal for auto repair shop, sales, and storage at 1600 Calhoun Street
• Appeal for outdoor seating roof at 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue
• Appeal for grocery/deli expansion and two new apartments at 1552 S Clinton Avenue
• Appeal to convert single-family dwelling to two units at 218 Hamilton Avenue

The Trenton Zoning Board approved a use variance for Highland Development Ventures LLC to build a self-storage facility on New York Avenue, with an amendment requiring the applicant to connect to the state sewer line. The board also approved a variance to convert a single-family home at 218 Hamilton Avenue into a three-family dwelling. Several other applications were adjourned to future meetings, and a draft Land Development Ordinance was presented for public comment.

• Approved Resolution 2021-10 for Highland Development Ventures LLC use variance for self-storage on New York Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved 21-Z-218HA to convert 218 Hamilton Avenue from single-family to tri-plex (unanimous)
• Adjourned 21-Z-1600C (1600 Calhoun St) to December 15, 2021
• Adjourned 21-Z-1218C (1218-1220 S Clinton Ave) to December 15, 2021
• Adjourned 21-Z-1552C (1552 S Clinton Ave) to November 17, 2021
• Adjourned 21-Z-333CH (333 Chambers St) to November 17, 2021
• Adjourned 21-Z-717HA (717 Hamilton Ave) to November 17, 2021

Alcohol Beverage Control Board

The Trenton Alcohol Beverage Control Board is meeting to consider resolutions on liquor license transfers, including a denial of a transfer to Ecuamany's Investments and a hearing on the denial of a transfer to 145 Morris Avenue. The board will also hold hearings on charges against two license holders and consider settlement agreements.

• Resolution denying person-to-person transfer of Plenary Retail Consumption License #1111-33-238-006 to Ecuamany's Investments, LLC
• Resolution considering hearing on denial of transfer resolution #ABC R21-105, License #1111-32-050-007, Liquor Hut, LLC to 145 Morris Avenue
• Hearing on charges against P & D Associates, t/a La Liga Sport Bar, 1449 South Clinton Avenue (incident Feb 5, 2021)
• Hearing on charges against Tio Mio, Inc., t/a La Terraza Restaurant, 1001 South Clinton Avenue (incidents Nov 10, 2019; Nov 29, 2019; Dec 21, 2019)

Trenton Ethics Board

The Trenton Ethics Board will meet to administer oaths to new board members and conduct an executive session regarding complaints TEB-2020-02-001 and TEB-2020-02-002. The agenda also includes a public session for resolutions related to the executive session and a period for public comment.

• Oath administration for new board members
• Executive session regarding complaints TEB-2020-02-001 and TEB-2020-02-002

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board is holding a virtual public hearing to introduce a draft Land Development Ordinance that would modernize zoning regulations and align them with the Trenton250 Master Plan. The presentation will cover key features and the community engagement plan, with public comment open until November 1, 2021. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and memorialization of resolutions.

• Draft Land Development Ordinance presented for public review
• Ordinance aligns with Trenton250 Master Plan
• Public comment period ends November 1, 2021
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with phone access

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing several appeals regarding permit refusals. The board will consider requests for use variances, building expansions, and conversions of single-family to multi-family dwellings.

• 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue: Request to approve a previously constructed roof for outdoor restaurant seating
• 1552 S Clinton Avenue: Proposal to expand a grocery/deli by 1,500 square feet and add two residential apartments
• 333 Chambers Street: Proposal to use vacated office space for a multi-service company and convert a residential unit into a two-family dwelling
• 218 Hamilton Avenue: Request to convert a single-family dwelling into a two-residential dwelling unit

Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation

The Trenton Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation will meet virtually on September 8, 2021, to review 11 restoration proposals across several historic districts. The agenda includes window replacements, walkways, decks, fire escapes, and facade restorations. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting is held via Microsoft Teams due to the pandemic.

• 228 Mercer Street (Mill-Hill): install windows
• 834 West State Street (Berkeley Square): cement walkway
• 849 West State Street (Berkeley Square): ADA-compliant deck, door replacements
• 46 Colonial Avenue (Hermitage House): 4 egress windows for fire code
• 110 South Warren Street: restore front facade/storefront

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear appeals regarding permit refusals for several commercial and residential projects. The board is deciding on use variances and site plan approvals for properties on South Clinton Avenue, Calhoun Street, and New York Avenue.

• Proposed 124,436 square foot three-story Class A Self-Storage Facility at 650 New York Avenue
• Request to approve a previously constructed roof for outdoor dining at 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue
• Proposal to reintroduce an auto repair shop and sales at 1600 Calhoun Street
• Proposed 1,500 square foot grocery/deli expansion and two new apartments at 1552 S Clinton Avenue
• Request to convert office space to a multi-service company and a residential unit to a two-family dwelling at 333 Chambers Street

Plannng Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding new multi-family housing projects on Greenwood Avenue. The session also includes a presentation by youth from the Trenton Park Planning program regarding neighborhood revitalization.

• Proposal for 24 units and 26 parking spaces at 632, 638, and 640 Greenwood Avenue
• Proposal for 104 units and 26 parking spaces at 418 and 434 Greenwood Avenue
• Presentation: CHOICE Neighborhood Trenton Park Planning Youth Engagement
• Request for bulk variances including front/rear yard setbacks and lot coverage at 640 Greenwood Avenue

Alcohol Beverage Control Board

The Trenton Alcohol Beverage Control Board is meeting to consider renewals of liquor licenses for the 2021-2022 period and to vote on a resolution denying a place-to-place transfer of a license. The agenda lists nine renewal applications, including one for an inactive license, and one resolution to deny a transfer. This is a routine administrative meeting focused on license renewals and a specific denial.

• Renewal for Acacia Temple Building Corporation, 81 Bellevue Avenue
• Renewal for Mitchell Davis Post 182, 1406-08 Princeton Avenue
• Renewal for Liquor Hut, LLC (pocket license)
• Renewal for Deepak Viswanath, LLC, 811 S. Broad Street
• Resolution denying place-to-place transfer of Liquor Hut's license to 145 Morris Avenue

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a virtual public hearing on two major site plan applications for new multi-family residential buildings on Greenwood Avenue. The board will also consider approving minutes and memorializing resolutions. Both projects require bulk variances and are in the Greenwood/Hamilton Historic District.

• 21-P-640GR: 24-unit, 5-story building at 632-640 Greenwood Ave, 26 parking spaces, bulk variances for setbacks and lot coverage
• 21-P-434GR: 104-unit, 5-story building at 418-434 Greenwood Ave, 26 parking spaces, bulk variances
• Both sites in Mixed Use District and Greenwood/Hamilton Historic District
• Public hearing via Microsoft Teams; phone access available

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear appeals regarding building permits for three properties. Decisions include a proposal for a large self-storage facility and requests for exceptions to permitted uses in Business "B" zones.

• Proposal to demolish a warehouse/bus depot at 650 New York Avenue to build a 124,436 square foot three-story Class A Self-Storage Facility
• Request to approve a previously constructed roof for outdoor dining at a restaurant/bar at 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue
• Request to reintroduce an auto repair shop with auto sales and vehicle storage at 1600 Calhoun Street

Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation

The commission is reviewing various restoration proposals for properties within several historic districts. The agenda also includes discussions on new construction projects, such as a five-story building on Greenwood Avenue.

• Proposed five-story building with garage and apartments at 418-434 Greenwood Avenue
• Proposed three-story apartment construction at 632, 638 & 640 Greenwood Avenue
• Extensive restoration of the Van Sciver Building at 150 South Broad Street
• Ramp entrance reconstruction for Trenton Public Library at 120 Academy Street
• Multiple window and door replacement proposals across various historic districts

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance regulating cannabis in the city, reviewing it for consistency with the Trenton250 Master Plan. The board will also consider a major site plan application for 100-150 Enterprise Avenue, which includes staff reports, site plans, and engineering reviews.

• Public hearing on proposed cannabis ordinance
• Major site plan application 21-P-100EN for 100-150 Enterprise Avenue
• Review of site plan, elevations, and floor plans
• Traffic engineering report by Bright View Engineering
• Stormwater management narrative included

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the North Clinton Avenue Redevelopment Area Plan to permit cultural facilities and accessory surface parking. The amendment would enable converting a vacant residence near Locust Hill Cemetery into a museum about African Americans in military history. The board will also hear a presentation on Trenton's urban renewal history. The agenda includes a major site plan application for 100-150 Enterprise Avenue.

• Resolution to recommend amending North Clinton Redevelopment Area Plan to allow cultural facilities and accessory parking
• Proposed museum at vacant residence near Locust Hill Cemetery
• Presentation on Trenton's urban renewal and community struggle by Jordan Antebi
• Major site plan application 21-P-100EN for 100-150 Enterprise Avenue

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review two appeals regarding permit refusals. The board is considering use and parking exceptions for a business in the Business B Zone and a request to approve a previously constructed roof for outdoor dining.

• Appeal 21-Z-1600C: Request to reintroduce an auto repair shop, auto sales, and vehicle storage at 1600 Calhoun Street
• Appeal 21-Z-1218C: Request to approve a previously constructed roof over a deck for outdoor seating at 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue
• Planning Division recommendation for 1600 Calhoun Street includes requirements for high-quality fencing and paved vehicle storage

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review four appeals regarding permit refusals. The requests include converting commercial or industrial spaces into residential units and approving auto repair and restaurant modifications.

• 522 Perry Street: Proposal to renovate a structure for a plumbing supply store and two residential units
• 102 Cuyler Avenue: Proposal to convert first-level commercial space into a three-bedroom apartment
• 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue: Request to approve a constructed roof for outdoor dining at a restaurant/bar
• 1600 Calhoun Street: Proposal to reintroduce an auto repair shop with auto sales and vehicle storage

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a virtual public hearing on a preliminary and final major site plan for Andrea Aromatics, Inc. to construct a 10,680 sq ft addition to the existing 22,002 sq ft building at 100-150 Enterprise Avenue and reconfigure the parking lot facing Klagg Avenue. Staff recommends approval with conditions, noting the use is permitted and no variances are requested, but testimony is required on several topics including storage container relocation and safety measures.

• 10,680 sq ft addition to existing 22,002 sq ft building at 100-150 Enterprise Avenue
• Reconfigured parking lot facing Klagg Avenue (30 stalls to 17 stalls)
• No variances requested; staff recommends approval with conditions
• Conditions include removing barbed wire along Klagg Avenue and installing street trees
• Site in Industrial A District and Enterprise Avenue Redevelopment Area

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board is holding a virtual public hearing to discuss two items: a study on improving circulation around the Trenton Transit Center, with two alternatives under consideration, and a draft Complete Streets Design Handbook developed by the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission. Public feedback is being solicited on both items.

• Trenton Transit Center Intersection Improvements: two alternatives under consideration (Market Street Road Diet; Market Street Road Diet with S Clinton Avenue Pedestrian/Bicycle/Transit Only Street)
• Alternative 3 (roundabouts) dropped due to fatal flaws
• Trenton Complete Streets Design Handbook draft presented by DVRPC for public feedback
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams; phone access available
• Public comment allowed during each agenda item

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review appeals regarding building permits for residential conversions and commercial uses. The board is deciding on exceptions to zoning ordinances for four specific properties in the city.

• 522 Perry Street: Proposal to renovate a structure for a plumbing supply store and two residential units
• 102 Cuyler Avenue: Proposal to convert first-level commercial space into a three-bedroom apartment
• 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue: Request to approve a previously constructed roof for outdoor dining at a restaurant/bar
• 1600 Calhoun Street: Proposal to reintroduce an auto repair shop with auto sales and vehicle storage

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board is hosting a presentation and community conversation regarding the legal status and zoning of cannabis in the city. The session aims to gather resident input on the appropriate zoning for cultivation, manufacturing, sales, and consumption.

• Community Conversation on Cannabis featuring guest speaker Chuck Latini
• Discussion on zoning for cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, sales, and consumption

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider two appeals regarding the conversion of existing structures into residential units. One proposal involves creating a retail store and multiple apartments at 522 Perry Street, while another proposes converting a beauty salon into an apartment at 723 Roebling Avenue.

• 522 Perry Street: Proposal to renovate for a front office/plumbing supply store and two residential units
• 723 Roebling Avenue: Proposal to change use of a mixed structure from a beauty salon into a two-bedroom apartment
• Division of Planning recommendation to deny the use variance for 522 Perry Street

Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation

The Trenton Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation will meet virtually on March 10, 2021, to consider seven restoration proposals, including a new modular apartment building and various repairs to historic structures. The agenda is mostly a consent agenda with these proposals, plus standard procedural items like minutes and public comment.

• 40 Fisher Place: install wood fencing stained light honey
• 938 Berkeley Avenue: new roof with GAF Slateline shingles
• 232 Mercer Street: replace flat roof, install wood and vinyl windows
• 120 Academy Street: repointing, HVAC replacement, plaster repairs
• 121-125 Perry Street: construct 6-unit 3-story modular apartment building

Trenton Ethics Board

The Trenton Ethics Board is meeting remotely to adopt minutes, discuss two ethics complaints in executive session, and consider related resolutions. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the substantive items being the complaints discussed behind closed doors.

• Adoption of minutes from November 4, 2020 and January 4, 2021 meetings
• Executive session on complaint TEB-2020-02-001 consolidated with TEB-2020-02-002
• Executive session on complaint TEB-2020-09-03
• Resolutions relating to executive session

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board is holding a virtual conference session and public hearing. The agenda includes presentations on the Trenton Artwalk project and the Assunpink Creek daylighting project, as well as a review of 2020 planning and zoning cases. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Trenton Artwalk project status update by Lauren Otis
• Assunpink Creek culvert removal for fish habitat restoration by J.R. Capasso
• 2020 annual review of planning and zoning board cases
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams; public can testify with web camera

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing three appeals to convert existing commercial or industrial structures into residential units. The board will consider requests for use and bulk exceptions at three different properties.

• 522 Perry Street: Proposal to create a plumbing supply store and two residential units in an Industrial A Zone
• 826 W State Street: Proposal to convert 1,750 square feet of first-floor office space into two residential units
• 723 Roebling Avenue: Proposal to convert a commercial beauty salon into a residential unit, totaling three units on site

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board is holding a virtual conference session and public hearing. The agenda includes a presentation on the Planning Department's 2021 projects, a status update on the board's to-do list, and 2021 board training. No specific applications or decisions are listed.

• Reappointment of Board Members
• Approval of Minutes
• Memorialization of Resolution(s)
• 2021 Year in Preview presentation
• Planning Board To Do List status update

Plannng Board

The Planning Board will meet virtually to consider a site plan for a telecommunications tower, vote on adopting the Trenton Community Health and Wellness Plan, and appoint a member to a diversity review committee.

• Site plan and conditional use permit for a 125-foot wireless monopole tower at 1502-08 Lamberlamberton Street
• Vote to adopt the Trenton Community Health and Wellness Plan as part of the Trenton250 Master Plan
• Appointment of one Board member to a committee overseeing the Sustainable Jersey Diversity on Boards and Commissions Action
• Reappointment of Board Members
• Approval of Minutes

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review three appeals regarding the conversion of commercial or industrial spaces into residential units. The board is considering requests for use and bulk exceptions to allow for new apartments and mixed-use developments.

• 522 Perry Street: Proposal to create a plumbing supply store (775 sf) and two residential units (1,550 sf and 775 sf)
• 826 W State Street: Proposal to convert 1,750 square feet of first-floor office space into two residential units
• 723 Roebling Avenue: Proposal to convert an unoccupied beauty salon (approx. 600 sf) into one residential unit
• Division of Planning recommends denial of the use variance for 522 Perry Street

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold its organizational meeting and a public hearing on January 14, 2021. The board will vote for chair and vice chair, approve the 2021 meeting calendar, review bylaws and annual reports, and consider professional service contracts. The single public hearing item is a preliminary and final site plan for a 125-foot-tall wireless telecommunications tower at 1502-08 Lamberton Street, requested by New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility). The meeting will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Public hearing: 125-ft cell tower with equipment compound at 1502-08 Lamberton Street (Block 12401, Lot 1.01) in Industrial A zone
• Organizational votes: Chair and Vice Chair; board member terms for Randy Baum, Anthony Santora, Joe Harrison
• Approval of 2021 meeting calendar (2nd and 4th Thursdays, 6:00 PM, virtual)
• Professional services contracts: Attorney (RFP), Traffic (Brightview), Engineer (CME), Landscape Architect (Taylor Design)
• 2021 Board Training and State Planning and Redevelopment Conference (April)

Trenton Ethics Board

The Trenton Ethics Board is meeting remotely to handle routine business, including adopting minutes from November 4, 2020. The main item is an executive session to discuss a consolidated ethics complaint (TEB-2020-02-001 and TEB-2020-02-002), with possible resolutions afterward. Public comment is scheduled.

• Executive session on complaint TEB-2020-02-001 consolidated with TEB-2020-02-002
• Adoption of minutes from November 4, 2020 meeting
• Remote meeting via Zoom and telephone due to COVID-19 guidance