Trenton public meetings in 2022

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on December 21, 2022, to hear three appeals from owners seeking to convert single-family homes into two-unit dwellings. One case (22-Z-3HEWI at 3 Hewitt Street) was carried from November 16, 2022, and the other two (22-Z-415NM at 415 North Montgomery Street and 22-Z-317AC at 317 Academy Street) are new. All require use variances because multi-family use is not permitted in the Residential B zone. The board will also consider staff recommendations and conditions for each application.

• 22-Z-3HEWI: 3 Hewitt Street, convert single-family row home to add a 350 sq ft studio apartment; staff recommends approval with conditions.
• 22-Z-415NM: 415 North Montgomery Street, convert to two units (673 sq ft first floor, 867 sq ft upper); in Canal Banks redevelopment area.
• 22-Z-317AC: 317 Academy Street, convert to two units (587 sq ft first floor, 918 sq ft upper); in Hanover Academy Historic District.
• All cases require D(1) use variances and exceptions to bulk and parking requirements.
• Meeting held remotely via Microsoft Teams; plans available by appointment only.

The Board approved three applications to convert single-family homes into multi-unit dwellings. It also appointed several professional consultants for the 2023 calendar year and memorialized two previous resolutions.

• Memorialized Resolution #2022-37 for 333 Chambers St.
• Memorialized Resolution #2022-38 for Black River Homes, LLC
• Appointed Taylor Design as Planning Consultant for 2023
• Appointed McGill and Hall as Board Attorney
• Appointed CME as Engineering Consultant
• Appointed Brightview as Traffic and Engineering Consultant
• Approved 22-Z-3HEWI to convert 3 Hewitt Street to a row home with a studio apartment
• Approved 22-Z-415NM to convert 415 North Montgomery Street to a two-family home

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board is holding a virtual conference session and public hearing. The agenda includes approval of minutes, memorialization of resolutions, board business, and announcements. No cases are scheduled for the public hearing portion of the meeting.

• Approval of minutes
• Memorialization of resolution(s)
• Board business
• Announcements
• No public hearing cases

The Planning Board voted to approve several professional service providers, including a planning consultant, attorney, and engineers. The board also approved the amended minutes from the December 8, 2022, meeting.

• Approved Taylor Design as Planning Consultant
• Approved McGill and Hall as Board Attorney
• Approved CME as Board Engineer
• Approved Brightview as Board Traffic Engineer
• Approved amended minutes from 12-8-22

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a site plan amendment for the Roebling Block-3 redevelopment area. The applicant seeks to add a residential building, convert another to 100% residential, adjust commercial space, and reduce parking. The board will also hold a conference session for minutes, resolutions, and announcements.

• Site plan amendment for Roebling Block-3 (22-P-ROEB3) to add Building 103 with 30 loft apartments
• Building 102 amended from mixed-use to 100% residential (30 units)
• Buildings 104 and 105: increase commercial/retail space by ~2,000 sq ft, reduce residential units by 2
• Surface parking reduced by 11 spaces and traffic circulation changes on lot 1.02
• Location: 10 Elmer St., 41-55 Clark St., 30 Elmer St.; Block 15901, Lots 1.02, 1.04, 1.05

The Planning Board carried the Roebling Block-3 Site Plan Amendment to a future meeting. The board also approved minutes from three previous meetings and memorialized two resolutions.

• Carried Roebling Block-3 Site Plan Amendment (22-P-ROEB3) to February 9, 2023
• Approved amended minutes from 9/8/22
• Approved minutes from 10/27/22
• Approved minutes from 11/21/22
• Memorialized Resolution 2022-15 for Ezra Resources as amended
• Memorialized Resolution 2022-16 for Nicole Ali Group
• Elected Jeff Halpern as Interim Chair

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a virtual conference session and public hearing on November 21, 2022. The main item is a preliminary and final major site plan and bulk variance application by Theory Wellness of NJ, LLC to convert a warehouse at 461 New York Avenue into a medical cannabis dispensary. Staff recommends site plan approval but notes the applicant must justify variances for landscaping and lighting. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, memorialization of resolutions, and announcements.

• Application 22-P-461NY: 461 New York Avenue, Block 25001, Lot 2, preliminary and final major site plan and (c) bulk variances for front yard setback (20' required, 10.6' provided) and driveway distance from intersection (100' required, 84.6' provided)
• Proposed use: medical cannabis dispensary (permitted) in a 53,272 SF site with 4,418 GSF development floor area
• Site is split between Industrial A (IA) and Mixed-Use (MU) zoning districts, partially in New York Avenue redevelopment area
• Staff recommends conditions: additional landscaping, removal of barbed wire, binding testimony, architect affidavit, compliance with all conditions
• Staff notes uncertainty on variances for landscaping and lighting, requiring applicant justification

The Planning Board approved the preliminary and final site plan and requested variances for a medical marijuana dispensary. Approval is contingent upon the applicant planting 19 street trees and improving sidewalks around the building's entire perimeter.

• Approved preliminary and final site plan for 461 New York Avenue (6-0)
• Approved bulk variances for front yard setback and driveway setback (6-0)
• Required applicant to plant 19 street trees (2 1/2”-3” caliper) along frontage
• Required applicant to improve or install sidewalks along the entire building perimeter
• Approved amended minutes of 9/8/22 (6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on November 16, 2022, to hear three zoning appeals. Two cases were carried from October: a request to convert a single-family home at 3 Hewitt Street into a two-unit dwelling, and a proposal to convert 849 West State Street into a mixed-use property with residential units for veterans or disabled individuals. A new case seeks to re-occupy a non-conforming two-family dwelling at 430 Brunswick Avenue. The board will also consider staff recommendations and conditions for each application.

• 3 Hewitt Street: convert single-family row home to include a 350 SF studio apartment (use variance)
• 849 West State Street: convert to mixed-use with 4 residential units, including housing for veterans or disabled (use variance)
• 430 Brunswick Avenue: re-occupy non-conforming two-family dwelling in Industrial A zone
• All hearings held remotely via Microsoft Teams due to COVID-19 protocols
• Staff recommends approval for 3 Hewitt Street, with conditions

The Board approved a request to re-occupy a non-conforming two-family dwelling in an Industrial 'A' Zone. The approval requires the planting of one street tree by spring. Two other property appeals were carried to future meetings.

• Approved use of 430 Brunswick Avenue as a two-family dwelling with condition to plant one street tree by spring
• Memorialized Resolution #2022-32 (200 Fulton St.)
• Memorialized Resolution #2022-33 (15 Howe St.)
• Memorialized Resolution #2022-34 (779-781 Centre St.)
• Memorialized Resolution #2022-35 (51 Tucker St.)
• Memorialized Resolution #2022-36 (101 Emory Ave.)
• Carried 22-Z-3HEWI (3 Hewitt Street) to December 21, 2022
• Carried 22-Z-849WS (849 W State Street) to January 18, 2023

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a public hearing on two applications. The first seeks approvals to convert a warehouse at 501 and 513 Calhoun Street into a child care center for ages 3 and 4, with a playground across the street. The second seeks approvals to convert a vacant building at 151 and 153 North Broad Street into a mixed-use educational space and touch museum. Staff recommends approval of the child care center, citing a critical need for such services.

• 501 and 513 Calhoun Street: warehouse to child care center, playground, and (c) bulk variance for side-yard setback
• 151 and 153 North Broad Street: vacant building to mixed-use educational space and touch museum, with variances
• Staff recommends approval of the Calhoun Street child care center application
• Both applications require preliminary and final major site plan and subdivision approvals
• Meeting is virtual via Microsoft Teams; public can testify with a web camera

The Planning Board approved the conversion of a warehouse into the Baby Pearl Daycare Center and the transformation of a vacant commercial building into a S.T.E.A.M. touch museum. Both projects received approvals for site plans, subdivisions, and various zoning variances.

• Approved preliminary and final major subdivision for 501 and 513 Calhoun Street
• Approved preliminary and final site plan for 501 and 513 Calhoun Street
• Approved two C-variances on lot coverage and one variance on public right of way intrusion for 501 and 513 Calhoun Street
• Approved preliminary and major subdivision for 151 and 153 North Broad Street
• Approved preliminary and final site plan for 151 and 153 North Broad Street
• Approved bulk variances for front yard setback, rear yard setback, and maximum lot coverage for 151 and 153 North Broad Street
• Approved parking variance for 151 and 153 North Broad Street
• Approved sign variance and height requirement for 151 and 153 North Broad Street

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on October 19, 2022, to hear five zoning appeals. Cases include converting a vacant office to e-commerce, altering a storage facility for coiled steel, fitting out a coffee café, adding a studio apartment, and housing veterans. One case (333 Chambers St.) was previously denied and staff recommends res judicata. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19 protocols.

• 22-Z-333CH: 333 Chambers St. – convert vacant office to e-commerce and dwelling to two-family; staff recommends res judicata due to prior denial
• 22-Z-51TUC: 51 Tucker St. – alter storage building for non-combustible coiled steel; waiver of site plan review requested
• 22-Z-101EM: 101 Emory Ave. – fit out coffee café in mixed-use property (550 sq ft, occupancy up to 22)
• 22-Z-3HEWI: 3 Hewitt St. – convert single-family row home to include attached studio apartment
• 22-Z-849WS: 849 W State St. – use second/third floors to house veterans or state disabled individuals

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on September 21, 2022, to hear six zoning appeals. These include requests for variances to convert commercial or vacant spaces into residential units, a recording studio, a house of worship, a coffee shop, and a storage facility. One case (333 Chambers St.) was previously denied and staff recommends res judicata, meaning the board may not rehear it unless circumstances have changed.

• 333 Chambers St.: appeal to convert office space to e-commerce staging and dwelling to two-family; staff recommends res judicata due to prior denial.
• 200 Fulton St.: convert vacant first-floor restaurant into two apartments (525 sq ft and 750 sq ft); carried from August 17, 2022.
• 779-781 Centre St.: change one side of commercial space to recording studio; in Champlale Redevelopment Area.
• 15 Howell St.: convert vacant warehouse into house of worship with 5'x4' window sign; in Residential B zone.
• 51 Tucker St.: storage use for coiled steel, with 1,030 sq ft alteration; waiver from site plan review requested.

The Trenton Zoning Board approved converting a vacant first-floor restaurant at 200 Fulton Street into two residential apartments, with conditions including new windows, powerwashing, and keeping the alleyway clean. Several other applications were carried to future dates, including a Chambers Street e-commerce project and a Centre Street recording studio.

• Approved conversion of 200 Fulton Street from restaurant to two apartments (7-0)
• Carried 333 Chambers Street e-commerce project to future date
• Carried 779-781 Centre Street recording studio to future date
• Approved 15 Howell Street warehouse-to-church conversion (7-0)
• Carried 51 Tucker Street storage project to October 19, 2022
• Carried 101 Emory Avenue coffee café to October 19, 2022

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a request by Berb Realty, LLC to consolidate five parcels at 208 Phillips Avenue into two new lots, requiring bulk variances for front and side yard setbacks. Staff recommends approval conditioned on resolving sight triangle concerns. The meeting also includes conference items such as approval of minutes and announcements.

• Preliminary and final minor subdivision to consolidate five parcels into two at 208 Phillips Avenue
• Bulk variances for minimum front yard (proposed 8.9 ft vs required 20 ft) and side yard (proposed 2.17 ft vs required 4 ft)
• Staff recommends approval subject to resolution of sight triangle issues
• New lots to be designated as 6.01 and 7.01 per tax assessor

The Trenton Planning Board approved a minor subdivision and variance application for 208 Phillips Avenue, consolidating five existing lots into two parcels. The board also discussed a public hearing on Capital Health's acquisition of St. Francis Medical Center, with a public hearing scheduled for September 12, 2022. Minutes from August 11, 2022 were approved.

• Approved the preliminary and final minor subdivision and bulk variance for 208 Phillips Avenue, consolidating five lots into two parcels, with the application reclassified as a major subdivision.
• Approved the minutes from the August 11, 2022 meeting.
• Discussed the proposed acquisition of St. Francis Medical Center by Capital Health, with a public hearing scheduled for September 12, 2022.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on August 17, 2022, to hear eight zoning appeals. These include requests to convert residential and commercial spaces, expand a non-conforming dwelling, and establish new businesses like a recording studio and a house of worship. The board will also consider staff recommendations, including one for approval of a two-family conversion on Stuyvesant Avenue.

• 502 Stuyvesant Ave: Convert single-family to two-family (revised from three-family), seeking use, habitable area, and parking variances.
• 200 Fulton St: Convert vacant first-floor restaurant into two apartments, seeking use and bulk variances.
• 15 Chadwick St: Convert warehouse into an event space/community center for African members, seeking use variances.
• 333 Chambers St: Convert office space to e-commerce company and vacant dwelling to two-family, seeking use and sign variances.
• 323 Commonwealth Ave: Expand non-conforming two-family dwelling by 183 sq ft ground floor and 415 sq ft second floor, seeking parking variance.

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment held a public hearing and approved three applications: a site plan waiver for a deli at 602 Division Street, a three-unit conversion at 502 Stuyvesant Avenue, and a two-family expansion at 323 Commonwealth Avenue. Four other applications were carried to the September 21, 2022 hearing, and one matter at 15 Chadwick Street was dismissed without prejudice. The meeting also included the reorganization of the board for the new term.

• Approved site plan waiver for 602 Division Street deli conversion (unanimous)
• Approved 502 Stuyvesant Ave three-unit conversion with sidewalk condition (unanimous)
• Approved 323 Commonwealth Ave two-family expansion with city conditions (unanimous)
• Carried 200 Fulton St restaurant-to-apartment conversion to Sept 21 hearing (unanimous)
• Carried 333 Chambers St e-commerce/office conversion to Sept 21 hearing (unanimous)
• Carried 779-781 Centre St recording studio application to Sept 21 hearing (unanimous)
• Carried 15 Howell St warehouse-to-church application to Sept 21 hearing (unanimous)
• Dismissed 15 Chadwick St community center application without prejudice (unanimous)

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board adjourned a proposal to convert a vacant warehouse at 501-513 Calhoun Street into a child development center to October 27, 2022, after the applicant requested more time to review professional comments. The board also adjourned a minor subdivision application at 208 Phillips Avenue to September 8, 2022. Minutes from three prior meetings were approved. No substantive decisions were made on either application.

• Approved minutes of 5/26/22, 7/14/22, and 7/28/22
• Adjourned 22-P-501CA (501-513 Calhoun Street warehouse-to-daycare) to October 27, 2022
• Adjourned 21-P-208PH (208 Phillips Avenue subdivision) to September 8, 2022
• Cancelled the second August public hearing due to no agenda items

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board approved a preliminary and final site plan for converting an existing vacant building at 537 South Clinton Avenue into a restaurant, including a 410 sq ft rear addition, a 500 sq ft second-story addition, and a 270 sq ft attic loft. The approval includes bulk variances for rear yard setback and lot coverage, with conditions including switching to full-size shade trees. The vote was unanimous (8-0).

• Approved site plan and variances for 537 S. Clinton Ave restaurant conversion (8-0)
• Approved minutes of 4/14/22 with an edit
• Required full-size shade trees instead of Crepe Myrtle as a condition

Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation

The Trenton Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation is meeting to review and decide on numerous applications for exterior alterations to properties in the city's historic districts. The agenda lists over 20 individual requests, including roof replacements, window installations, fence repairs, and painting projects. The meeting is being held virtually via Microsoft Teams due to the pandemic.

• 245 Jackson Street: replace flat roof, repair soffit, paint
• 16-20 South Warren Street: replace plaque on granite pedestal
• 235 Clay Street: repair built-in gutter, replace wood gate
• 432 Hamilton Avenue: replace front porch beams, redo soffit paint
• 100 Barrack Street: install iron guard rails and handrails

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on July 20, 2022, to hear five appeals for zoning variances. The cases involve converting existing buildings into residential units, an event space, and an e-commerce business, plus an expansion of a nonconforming dwelling. Staff recommendations are included for one case, but the board will decide each application.

• 22-Z-502ST: Convert single-family to two-family at 502 Stuyvesant Ave; staff recommends approval
• 22-Z-200FU: Convert vacant restaurant to two apartments at 200 Fulton St
• 22-Z-15CHA: Convert warehouse to community event space at 15 Chadwick St
• 22-Z-333CH: Convert office to e-commerce and dwelling to two-family at 333 Chambers St
• 22-Z-323CO: Expand nonconforming two-family dwelling at 323 Commonwealth Ave

The Trenton Zoning Board met with only four members, one short of the five needed for use variances, so all six scheduled matters were carried to the August 17 hearing. The board elected Carol Graff as acting chair for the evening and adjourned the reorganization meeting until that date. No substantive decisions were made on the applications.

• Elected Carol Graff as chair for the evening (unanimous)
• Adjourned reorganization meeting to August 17, 2022 (unanimous)
• Carried 22-Z-502ST (502 Stuyvesant Ave) to August 17 hearing
• Carried 22-Z-200FU (200 Fulton Street) to August 17 hearing
• Carried 22-Z-15CHA (15 Chadwick Street) to August 17 hearing
• Carried 22-Z-333CH (333 Chambers Street) to August 17 hearing
• Carried 22-Z-323CO (323 Commonwealth Ave) to August 17 hearing

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board met on July 14, 2022, and approved the minutes from June 9, 2022, and memorialized resolutions for 236 N. Clinton Ave and 238 East Hanover St. Two site plan applications were carried to future hearings because a quorum of members who had heard all testimony was not present. The board also discussed a letter to City Council regarding the Capital Improvement Plan bid rejection.

• Approved minutes of 6/9/22
• Memorialized resolution for 236 N. Clinton Ave
• Memorialized resolution for 238 East Hanover Street
• Carried 21-P-537SC (537 South Clinton Ave) to July 28, 2022
• Carried 21-P-1002H (1002 Hamilton Ave) to August 11, 2022

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board held a public hearing on June 23, 2022, and approved the minutes from the June 9 meeting. The board carried two applications to the July 14, 2022 public hearing: a site plan for a restaurant at 537 South Clinton Avenue and a mixed-use building at 1002 Hamilton Avenue. No final decisions were made on these applications.

• Approved minutes from June 9, 2022 meeting
• Carried 537 South Clinton Avenue restaurant site plan to July 14 hearing
• Carried 1002 Hamilton Avenue mixed-use building site plan to July 14 hearing

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on June 22, 2022, to hear three appeals for use variances, all carried from prior meetings. The applicants seek to use properties for used car sales, auto repair, and a mechanical garage in zones where such uses are not permitted. Planning staff has provided comments and recommended conditions for one case, including fencing, landscaping, and site plan review.

• 22-Z-481NC: Used car sales at 481-483 & 482-484 N Clinton Ave (C & F Tires), seeking exception to Chapter 315-117, 315-120/121, 315-205
• 21-Z-1600C: Auto repair shop with sales and storage at 1600 Calhoun Street, seeking exception to Chapter 315-117 and 315-120
• 21-Z-111WP: Change former house of worship to mechanical garage at 111 W Paul Avenue, seeking exception to Chapter 315-117 and 315-120/121
• Staff recommends approval with conditions for 22-Z-481NC, including high-quality fencing, landscaping, and site plan review
• Meeting held remotely via Microsoft Teams; plans available by appointment only

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment approved three applications for auto-related businesses, each with conditions. The board approved a used car lot at 481-483 & 482-484 N Clinton Ave, an auto repair shop at 1600 Calhoun Street, and a mechanical garage at 111 W Paul Avenue. All approvals require compliance with city conditions, including paving, landscaping, fencing, and lighting. The board also memorialized prior resolutions for 724 Division Street, 112 Butler St., and Stuyvesant Avenue structures.

• Approved 22-Z-481NC for used car sales at 481-483 & 482-484 N Clinton Ave with conditions (paving, lighting, street trees, fencing, no double parking)
• Approved 21-Z-1600C for auto repair/sales at 1600 Calhoun St with conditions (grass cutting, lighting plan, trees outside fencing, new fencing)
• Approved 21-Z-111WP for mechanical garage at 111 W Paul Ave with city conditions
• Memorialized Resolution 2022-12 for 724 Division Street
• Memorialized Resolution 2022-Z-112BU for 112 Butler St.
• Memorialized Resolution for Stuyvesant Avenue structures

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on June 15, 2022, to hear four appeals for use variances and bulk requirement exceptions. Cases include converting a former house of worship into a mechanical garage, selling used cars from a parking lot, converting a warehouse into an event space, and converting a restaurant into apartments. The board will also consider staff recommendations and conditions for the used car sales case.

• 21-Z-111WP: Convert former house of worship at 111 W Paul Avenue into a mechanical garage (minor auto maintenance)
• 22-Z-481NC: Sell used vehicles from parking lot at 481-483 N Clinton Avenue, using office at 482-484 N Clinton Avenue; staff recommends approval with conditions
• 22-Z-15CHA: Convert warehouse at 15 Chadwick Street into an event space/community center
• 22-Z-200FU: Convert vacant first-floor restaurant at 200 Fulton Street into two residential apartments (525 sq ft one-bedroom, 750 sq ft two-bedroom)

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment held a public hearing on June 15, 2022, and carried all four applications to future meetings. The 111 W Paul Avenue and 481-483/482-484 N Clinton Ave matters were rescheduled to June 22, 2022, while the 15 Chadwick Street and 200 Fulton Street applications were carried to dates to be determined due to lack of applicant presence and inadequate public notice. No final decisions were made on any application.

• Carried 21-Z-111WP (111 W Paul Ave) to June 22, 2022 hearing (unanimous)
• Carried 22-Z-481NC (481-483 & 482-484 N Clinton Ave) to June 22, 2022 hearing (unanimous)
• Carried 22-Z-15CHA (15 Chadwick St) to date to be determined (unanimous)
• Carried 22-Z-200FU (200 Fulton St) to date to be determined (unanimous)

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board voted to adopt the North Trenton/Battle Monument CHOICE Neighborhood Plan as an official part of the city's Master Plan (Trenton250), with a unanimous vote. The board also adjourned a site plan application for 537 South Clinton Avenue to June 23, 2022, due to the engineer's health issues. A presentation on the Resilient NJ Plan was given, with the first public meeting scheduled for July 21, 2022.

• Adopted North Trenton/Battle Monument CHOICE Neighborhood Plan into Master Plan (unanimous)
• Adjourned 537 South Clinton Avenue site plan application to 6/23/22 hearing
• Approved minutes from 5/12/22 meeting
• Memorialized Resolution 2022-9 for 200 Hamilton Ave with amended Open Space contribution amount

Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation

The Trenton Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation will meet virtually on June 8, 2022, to review 11 restoration applications in historic districts. The agenda includes items such as roof replacements, window installations, and other exterior repairs. No final decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion and public comment.

• 245 Jackson Street: replace flat roof, repair soffit, paint
• 16-20 South Warren Street: replace plaque on granite pedestal
• 235 Clay Street: repair gutter, replace wood gate
• 432 Hamilton Avenue: replace front porch beams, paint soffit
• 120 North Montgomery Street: replace vinyl windows and roof shingles

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board approved a two-story mixed-use building at 1002 Hamilton Avenue with commercial and residential units, and approved a conversion project at 238 East Hanover Street into four apartments. Two other applications were carried to future hearings due to incomplete plans.

• Approved preliminary and final site plan for 1002 Hamilton Ave mixed-use building (all yes)
• Approved 238 East Hanover St conversion to four apartments (all yes)
• Carried 537 South Clinton Ave restaurant application to June 9, 2022
• Carried 236 North Clinton Ave restaurant/apartment application to June 23, 2022

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing multiple carried applications regarding property conversions and expansions. Items include requests to expand a restaurant at 3 Dayton Street and convert single-family homes into multi-unit dwellings on Stuyvesant Avenue.

• Expansion of nonconforming restaurant use with bakery and dining space at 3 Dayton Street
• Conversion of 502 Stuyvesant Ave from a single-family to a three-family dwelling unit
• Conversion of 607 Stuyvesant Ave from a single-family to a two-family dwelling unit
• Conversion of 609 Stuyvesant Ave from a single-family to a two-family dwelling unit
• Use of a vacated structure at 220 Southard Street for vehicle and supply servicing

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on May 18, 2022, to hear five zoning appeals. These include requests for a mechanical garage, a parking lot extension, used car sales, a restaurant with an apartment, and converting commercial space into residential units. The board will also consider staff recommendations, including a denial for the garage application.

• 21-Z-111WP: 111 W Paul Avenue – change former house of worship to mechanical garage (D(1) Use Variance); staff recommends denial
• 21-Z-54SCL: 54-66 S Clinton Avenue – extension for 54-space surface parking lot in Trenton Station Redevelopment Area
• 22-Z-481NC: 481-483 & 482-484 N Clinton Ave – sell used vehicles from parking lot across street (C & F Tires)
• 22-Z-112BU: 112 Butler St – restaurant on first floor, apartment on second floor
• 22-Z-724DI: 724 Division Street – convert vacant commercial space into two one-bedroom units

The Trenton Zoning Board approved a 4-year extension of a temporary use variance for a surface parking lot at 54-66 S Clinton Avenue, with conditions including security cameras, 6-month reports, and a meeting within 45 days. The board also approved a restaurant with an apartment at 112 Butler St. and a conversion of commercial space to residential units at 724 Division St. Two other applications were carried to June 15, 2022, and three resolutions were memorialized.

• Approved 4-year extension for parking lot at 54-66 S Clinton Ave with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved restaurant with apartment at 112 Butler St. (unanimous)
• Approved conversion of commercial space to two residential units at 724 Division St. (unanimous)
• Carried 21-Z-111WP (111 W Paul Ave) to June 15, 2022
• Carried 22-Z-481NC (481-483 & 482-484 N Clinton Ave) to June 15, 2022
• Memorialized Resolution 2022-9 (1218 South Clinton Avenue)
• Memorialized Resolution 2022-10
• Memorialized Resolution 2022-11 (507 Chestnut Avenue)

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board held a public hearing on the draft Land Development Ordinance (LDO) but did not adopt it. The board discussed public comments, including parking minimums, housing density, and non-conforming properties, and suggested changes like reducing the parking requirement threshold from 10 to 6 units. A second draft will be prepared, and no formal decisions were made.

• No adoption of new Land Development Ordinance (LDO) tonight
• Board suggested reducing parking requirement threshold from 10 to 6 units
• Board indicated not to lessen open space requirements
• Public comment period extended to February 28, 2022 (previously)

Trenton Ethics Board

The Trenton Ethics Board will hold a remote public meeting to adopt minutes from the January 5, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes an executive session regarding consolidated complaints TEB-2020-02-001 and TEB-2020-02-002.

• Adoption of January 5, 2022, meeting minutes
• Executive session regarding complaints TEB-2020-02-001 and TEB-2020-02-002

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a virtual conference session and public hearing on April 28, 2022. The board will consider two development applications: a restaurant conversion at 537 South Clinton Avenue and a 30-unit apartment building at 200 Hamilton Avenue, plus a courtesy review of the East Trenton Library renovation. The meeting is conducted via Microsoft Teams due to the ongoing state of emergency.

• Restaurant conversion at 537 South Clinton Avenue: preliminary/final site plan, bulk variance for rear yard (20 ft required, 5 ft proposed), lot consolidation, 410 sq ft rear addition, 500 sq ft second story, 270 sq ft attic loft, 4 parking spaces
• 30-unit apartment building at 200 Hamilton Avenue: preliminary/final site plan, variances for 91% lot coverage, open space, and parking (24 proposed vs 44 required), with community room and bicycle storage
• Courtesy review of East Trenton Library (701 North Clinton Avenue): interior/exterior restoration, new roof, ADA ramp, LULA elevator, accessible bathrooms
• Staff recommends approval for the restaurant application with conditions, including binding testimony and compliance with all conditions
• Trenton Water Works comments on water service requirements for the restaurant project, including connection fees at $1,000 per EDU

The Trenton Planning Board approved a preliminary and final site plan for a 30-unit apartment building at 200 Hamilton Avenue, including variances for reduced parking, lot coverage, and setbacks. The board also voted to table a site plan for 537 South Clinton Avenue until the applicant's engineer can testify, and issued a letter of support for the East Trenton Library renovation project.

• Approved preliminary and final site plan for 30-unit apartment at 200 Hamilton Ave with variances (unanimous)
• Tabled site plan for 537 South Clinton Ave restaurant conversion until May 26, 2022
• Approved letter of support for East Trenton Library renovation project (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review multiple applications regarding building expansions, residential conversions, and new warehouse construction. Several cases are being carried forward from previous meeting dates for further consideration.

• Expansion of restaurant/bakery space at 3 Dayton Street
• Approval of a previously constructed roof over a deck at 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue
• Construction of a 1,920 square foot warehouse and two apartments at 959 Liberty Street
• Conversion of single-family dwellings into two-family units at 607 and 609 Stuyvesant Ave
• Proposed multi-service use at 507 Chestnut Avenue

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear appeals regarding several property use changes, including a request to extend a surface parking lot at 54-66 S. Clinton Avenue. Other items include proposals to convert single-family homes into multi-unit dwellings and a request for vehicle servicing use in the Coalport Redevelopment area.

• Extension of use variance for a 54-space surface parking lot at 54-6/6 S. Clinton Avenue
• Proposal to utilize existing floor plan as a three-unit residence at 502 Stuyvesant Ave
• Conversion of single-family dwelling to two-family at 607 Stuyvesant Ave
• Conversion of single-family dwelling to two-family at 609 Stuyvesant Ave
• Request to use a vacated structure for vehicle servicing and sales at 220 Southard Street

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a virtual conference session and public hearing on April 14, 2022. The board will consider two mixed-use development applications: a restaurant with four apartments at 418 Hudson Street and a two-story building with commercial and residential units at 1002 Hamilton Avenue. A presentation on the PerryStreetFuture planning effort will also be given. The meeting is conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams due to the state of emergency.

• 418 Hudson Street: repurpose former warehouse into 24-seat restaurant and four two-bedroom apartments; bulk variance and site plan waiver requested
• 1002 Hamilton Avenue: two-story mixed-use building with two commercial units (1,478 SF and 1,325 SF) and three apartments; five parking spaces proposed
• PerryStreetFuture: final design presentation by Michael Baker International for Capital Project Delivery with NJDOT
• Staff recommends approval for 418 Hudson Street application
• Public hearing on both applications; virtual meeting access via MS Teams

The Trenton Planning Board approved the application for 418 Hudson Street, a mixed-use project with a dine-in restaurant and four apartments, including the requested bulk/parking variances and waiver of site plan. The board also voted to re-release the RFP for the City's Capital Improvement Plan after reviewing the sole respondent's proposal. The application for 1002 Hamilton Avenue was carried to the May 26, 2022 meeting. A presentation on the Perry Street Future study was given for informational purposes only.

• Approved 418 Hudson St. mixed-use project with variances and waiver (unanimous)
• Voted to re-release RFP for Capital Improvement Plan after sole respondent review
• Carried 1002 Hamilton Ave. site plan application to May 26, 2022 meeting
• Approved minutes from 3/24/22 Public Hearing

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a virtual public hearing on four site plan and variance applications, each proposing mixed-use developments with ground-floor commercial space and residential units. The board will also conduct a conference session for minutes, resolutions, and announcements. Staff comments are included for one application, recommending approval with conditions.

• 236 North Clinton Avenue: restaurant and apartment, seeks bulk variances for side/rear yard and lot coverage
• 537 South Clinton Avenue: restaurant conversion with 410 sq ft rear addition, 500 sq ft second story, and 270 sq ft attic loft
• 418 Hudson Street: dine-in restaurant (24 seats) and four apartments, seeking bulk/parking variances
• 1002 Hamilton Avenue: two commercial units and three apartments, seeks variances for setbacks and impervious coverage (71% vs 60% max)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote hearing on March 23, 2022, to consider an appeal for a use variance and sign variance to convert a vacant former house of worship at 111 West Paul Avenue into a mechanical garage for minor auto repairs. The applicant, Ersenia Garcia and Marlon Sandaval, seeks to operate the garage in a Business B zone where such use is prohibited. Planning staff recommends denial, citing potential negative impact on a neighboring residence. The meeting will be conducted electronically due to COVID-19 protocols.

• Case 21-Z-111WP: Use variance and sign variance for mechanical garage at 111 W Paul Avenue (Block 9304, Lots 16-18)
• Proposed use: minor auto maintenance (electrical components, alternators, starters, batteries, tune-ups, oil changes)
• Structural modifications: garage bay entry, relocation of front door, installation of two lifts
• Planning staff recommends denial; cites likely negative impact on adjacent single-family residence
• Staff recommended conditions if approved: no tire storage, binding testimony, return for site plan review and lot consolidation

The Trenton Zoning Board heard an appeal to convert a former house of worship at 111 W Paul Avenue into a mechanical garage for minor auto repairs. The city planner recommended denial, citing concerns about abutting properties and gravel parking surfaces. The board adjourned the application to its May 18, 2022 meeting, requiring revised plans, photos, and research on the property's history, including possible buried oil tanks.

• Adjourned 21-Z-111WP (111 W Paul Ave) to May 18, 2022 for revised plans and additional information
• Memorialized Resolution 2022-8 for TV LLC (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear multiple applications regarding property use changes, expansions, and building renovations. The agenda includes carried items from previous meetings involving auto repair shops, restaurant expansions, and warehouse construction.

• Appeal for 1600 Calhoun Street to reintroduce an auto repair shop with sales and storage
• Proposed expansion of restaurant space at 3 Dayton Street including a new second floor
• Request to approve a previously constructed roof over a deck at 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue
• Plan to demolish 289 Ashmore Avenue to expand the bar/restaurant at 293 Ashmore Avenue
• Proposal for a 1,920 square foot warehouse and two apartments at 959 Liberty Street

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment met on March 16, 2022, and took no final decisions on any applications. All six carried-over appeals were postponed to future meetings, and one application was withdrawn without prejudice. The board also scheduled additional meetings for April, May, and June 2022.

• Carried 1600 Calhoun St auto repair appeal to June 22, 2022
• Carried 3 Dayton St expansion appeal to April 27, 2022
• Carried 1218-1220 S Clinton Ave roof/deck appeal to April 27, 2022
• Dismissed 293 & 289 Ashmore Ave patio/freezer appeal without prejudice
• Carried 959 Liberty St warehouse/apartments appeal to April 27, 2022
• Carried 507 Chestnut Ave multi-service use appeal to April 27, 2022
• Carried 111 W Paul Ave garage conversion appeal to March 23, 2022
• Scheduled additional meetings for 4/27/22, 5/25/22, and 6/22/22

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a conference session and public hearing. The board will consider a mixed-use project at 418 Hudson Street seeking bulk/parking variances and a site plan waiver, and will review the fourth draft of the Bellevue/Rutherford Redevelopment and Rehabilitation Area Plan, which has been updated based on board and staff feedback. The board may produce a resolution to send the plan to City Council for adoption.

• 418 Hudson Street: mixed-use project with dine-in restaurant (24 seats) and four two-bedroom apartments, seeking bulk/parking variance and site plan waiver
• Bellevue/Rutherford Redevelopment and Rehabilitation Area Plan: fourth draft presented, incorporating board and staff comments
• Plan includes sub-zones (District Center, Mixed Use, Multifamily Residential, Renovation and Infill) with new definitions and design standards
• Non-condemnation clause added; plan supersedes existing zoning
• Unresolved items include cannabis uses, parking capacity, and outreach details

Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation

The commission is reviewing various applications for exterior alterations and repairs within several historic districts. These items include window replacements, roofing work, and signage installations.

• Window replacements at 941 Berkeley Avenue and 301 Perry Street
• Shingle removal and installation at 315 Market Street
• Electrical car charger installation at 100 Barrack Street
• Dormer, roof, and trim repairs at 130 Jackson Street
• Soffit, trim, window, and stucco work at 395 West State Street

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a virtual conference session and public hearing on February 24, 2022. The board will consider two major site plan applications: one to convert a vacant building at 537 South Clinton Avenue into a restaurant with additions, and another to build a restaurant and apartment at 236 North Clinton Avenue. Staff recommends approval for both, subject to conditions.

• 537 South Clinton Avenue: major site plan, bulk variance for rear yard, lot consolidation, 410 sq ft rear addition, 500 sq ft second story, 270 sq ft attic loft
• 236 North Clinton Avenue: major site plan, bulk variance for lot coverage (60% permitted, 68% proposed), first-floor restaurant, second-floor apartment
• Both applications are in redevelopment areas (Roebling Gateway and North Clinton) and require testimony on design, safety, and zoning compliance
• Trenton Water Works comments on 537 S. Clinton include water service and backflow preventer requirements, with connection fees at $1,000 per EDU
• Meeting is virtual via Microsoft Teams; public can testify with web camera

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote public hearing on February 23, 2022, to consider several appeals for use variances and site plan approvals. Items carried from a previous meeting include an auto repair shop at 1600 Calhoun Street, a residential conversion at 127 Butler Street, and a year-round camp for teen girls at 1212 Edgewood Avenue. The board will also hear a major application from Switlik Parachute Company for a manufacturing building and site plan on East State Street, and a signage variance at 507 Chestnut Avenue. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19 protocols.

• Auto repair shop with auto sales and storage at 1600 Calhoun Street (Block 9304, Lots 8-11) - use variance request
• Conversion of vacant commercial space to residential unit at 127 Butler Street (Block 15403, Lot 32) - D(2) and D(5) variances
• Year-round camp/educational residential program for teen girls at 1212 Edgewood Avenue (Block 32701, Lot 3) - use variance
• Switlik Parachute Company: 20,604 SF manufacturing building, 146 parking spaces, stormwater basins on East State Street (Block 26904, Lots 7,10-14; Block 26903, Lot 1) - D(1) use variance and site plan
• Multi-service use and signage variance at 507 Chestnut Avenue (Block 15302, Lot 1)

The Trenton Zoning Board approved a use variance for HomeWorks Trenton to operate a year-round camp/educational residential program for teen girls at 1212 Edgewood Avenue, with variances for 8 parking spaces and a rear yard, and a condition to bank 4 parking spaces. The board also approved Switlik Parachute Company's use variance and site plan for manufacturing at 1325 E State Street, with conditions including lot consolidation and barbed wire removal. Two applications were carried to the March 16, 2022 hearing: 1600 Calhoun Street (auto repair shop) and 507 Chestnut Avenue (multi-service use). A third application, 127 Butler Street, was approved to convert a vacant commercial space into a residential unit.

• Approved 21-Z-1212E use variance for HomeWorks Trenton teen girls camp at 1212 Edgewood Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 21-Z-1325E use variance and site plan for Switlik Parachute manufacturing at 1325 E State St (unanimous)
• Approved 21-Z-127BU conversion of 127 Butler St to two residential units (unanimous)
• Carried 21-Z-1600C auto repair shop at 1600 Calhoun St to March 16, 2022
• Carried 21-Z-507CH multi-service use at 507 Chestnut Ave to March 16, 2022

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on February 16, 2022, to hear 12 zoning appeals, including one carried from January and several new cases. The board will consider requests for use variances, bulk variances, and sign variances for properties across the city, ranging from residential conversions to commercial developments. Due to COVID-19, the meeting is held electronically, and plans are available for inspection by appointment only.

• Switlik Parachute Company seeks a D(1) use variance and site plan approval for a 20,604 sq ft manufacturing building with 146 parking spaces at E State Street & S Logan Avenue.
• Appeal to convert 1212 Edgewood Avenue into a year-round camp/educational residential program for teen girls by HomeWorks Trenton Inc.
• Appeal to reintroduce an auto repair shop with auto sales and storage at 1600 Calhoun Street.
• Appeal to expand a bar/restaurant at 293 & 289 Ashmore Avenue by demolishing an adjacent home for an open-air patio.
• Appeal to continue use of a paid surface parking lot at 54-66 S Clinton Avenue (Trenton Station Redevelopment) with a two-year extension of a use variance.

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment held a public hearing and carried all pending applications to future meetings, including those for 1218-1220 S Clinton Ave, 140 Kirkbride Ave, 127 Butler St, 54-66 S Clinton Ave, 959 Liberty St, E State St & S Logan Ave, 111 W Paul Ave, 3 Dayton St, 293 & 289 Ashmore Ave, 1212 Edgewood Ave, and 507 Chestnut Ave. The Board approved one application, 21-Z-333CH for 333 Chambers Street, with all conditions listed by the City of Trenton and the addition of soundproofing. The meeting was adjourned at 10:20 PM.

• Approved 21-Z-333CH 333 Chambers Street with all conditions listed by the City of Trenton and the addition of soundproofing.
• Carried 21-Z-1218C 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue to 2/23/22.
• Carried 140 Kirkbride Ave 139 AFT W Paul Ave to 2/23/22.
• Carried 21-Z-127BU 127 Butler Street to 2/23/22.
• Carried 21-Z-54SCL 54-66 S Clinton Avenue to 4/20/22.
• Carried 21-Z-959LI 959 Liberty Street to 3/16/22.
• Carried AKA: E State Street & S Logan Ave to 2/23/22.
• Carried 21-Z-111WP 111 W Paul Avenue to 3/16/22.

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board will hold a public hearing on two items: a variance application to convert a single-family home with commercial space at 457 Emory Avenue into four residential units, and a presentation on the draft Bellevue/Rutherford Redevelopment Plan, which includes the former Mercer Hospital campus. The board will also discuss minutes, resolutions, announcements, and the 2021 annual report.

• 457 Emory Avenue: variance for parking (6.5 required, 4 proposed), rear yard setback, and lot coverage (60% permitted, 70% proposed) to create 4 residential units
• Bellevue/Rutherford Redevelopment Plan: draft plan for former Mercer Hospital and surrounding neighborhood, with sub-committee comments to be considered
• Plan anticipates up to 400 new dwelling units in the redevelopment area
• Plan would supersede existing zoning in the redevelopment area
• Public hearing on the redevelopment plan will be held by City Council after Planning Board review

The Trenton Planning Board directed staff to work with planner Michael Sullivan to incorporate subcommittee and board comments into the Bellevue/Rutherford Redevelopment Plan, with a revised draft to be reviewed at the February 24, 2022 meeting. The board also approved a site plan and variances for a residential conversion at 457 Emory Avenue, including four units and four parking spaces, with conditions such as planting four additional street trees. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes and extension of the public comment period for the Land Use Development Ordinance update.

• Directed staff to incorporate comments into Bellevue/Rutherford Redevelopment Plan and return for review on Feb 24, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final site plan for 457 Emory Avenue with 4 variances and 4 additional street trees (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 1/27/22 public hearing as amended (unanimous)
• Adopted annual report and referred to City Council (unanimous)

Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation

The Trenton Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation will meet virtually on February 9, 2022, to review applications for work in historic districts. The agenda includes consent items for squirrel excluders and roof sealing, plus regular agenda items for solar panels, an emergency exit, window repairs, and HVAC installation. No final decisions are noted; the meeting is for discussion and possible action.

• Solar panels at 25 Perdicaris Place (Fisher, Richey, Perdicaris Place Historic District)
• Emergency exit door and staircase at 213 North Montgomery Street (Hanover-Academy Historic District)
• Window and door repairs at 215 Perry Street (Hanover-Academy Historic District)
• Repairs and HVAC installation at 156 Mercer Street (Mill-Hill Historic District)
• Squirrel excluder and dormer sealing at 928 Berkeley Avenue (Berkeley Square Historic District)

Plannng Board

The Planning Board will conduct an organizational session to elect officers and approve the 2022 calendar. The board will also review a draft ordinance for Trenton Complete Streets and consider a site plan for a new restaurant and residential apartment.

• Site plan approval for 236 North Clinton Avenue to construct a first-floor restaurant and second-floor apartment
• Review of the draft Trenton Complete Streets Ordinance
• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, Recording Secretary, and Correspondence Secretary
• Approval of the 2022 Meeting Calendar

The Trenton Planning Board held its annual reorganization meeting, unanimously approving officers, professional appointments, official newspapers, and the 2022 meeting calendar. The board also discussed the draft Complete Streets Design Handbook, providing comments and agreeing to send a letter of support to City Council with suggested edits. No substantive land-use applications were decided.

• Reappointed members sworn in (unanimous)
• Approved Dan Fatton as 2022 Chair (unanimous)
• Approved John McBride as 2022 Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Cherry Oakley as Corresponding & Recording Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved George McGill as Board Attorney (unanimous)
• Approved CME as Board Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved Taylor Design Group and CME as Planner and alternate (unanimous)
• Approved Brightview and CME as traffic engineer and alternate (unanimous)

Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation

The Trenton Landmarks Commission for Historic Preservation will meet virtually on January 26, 2022, to review and vote on a consent agenda of seven restoration and alteration projects in historic districts. The agenda includes items such as rehanging an iron gate, installing solar panels, painting, roofing, and window replacements. Public comment will be heard, and old and new business will be discussed.

• Mill-Hill Historic District: restore & rehang iron gate at Colony Mercer Street
• 25 Perdicaris Place: install roof-mounted solar panels
• 256 Clay Street: paint exterior trim, doors, windows, cornice molding
• 14 South Warren Street: install new awning and signage
• Robbins Elementary School, 283 Tyler Street: replace windows and install new HVAC

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on January 26, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. to hear appeals from refusals by the Building Inspector. The only listed case is a request to reoccupy a non-conforming two-family dwelling at 325 Rutherford Avenue. The meeting will be conducted electronically due to COVID-19 protocols, with public access via Microsoft Teams or phone.

• Appeal 21-Z-325RU for 325 Rutherford Avenue (Block 4601, Lot 40) to reoccupy a non-conforming two-family dwelling
• Applicant requests exception to Chapter 315-230 A(4) 'Non-Conforming Use' and/or Chapter 315-96 Use in Residential B Zone
• Case carried from January 19, 2022 meeting
• Remote meeting via Microsoft Teams or dial-in (609-453-2732, conference ID 412 046 968#)
• Plans available for inspection by appointment only (609-989-3507)

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment held a public hearing and took several actions. It memorialized Resolution 2022-3 for 816 S. Clinton Ave., with members Graff and Horne voting no. Three appeals (325 Rutherford Ave., 333 Chambers St., and 3 Dayton St.) were adjourned to the February 16, 2022 hearing, with 333 Chambers St. adjourned due to an applicant medical emergency. The board also added a February 23, 2022 meeting and noted two resumes for board appointments were sent to City Council.

• Memorialized Resolution 2022-3 for 816 S. Clinton Ave. (2 no votes)
• Adjourned 21-Z-325RU 325 Rutherford Ave. to Feb. 16, 2022
• Adjourned 21-Z-333CH 333 Chambers St. to Feb. 16, 2022 (medical emergency)
• Adjourned 21-Z-3DAYT 3 Dayton St. to Feb. 16, 2022
• Added Feb. 23, 2022 meeting
• Noted two resumes sent to City Council for board appointment

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Trenton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a remote meeting on January 19, 2022, to hear appeals for variances and other zoning relief. Cases include converting residential properties to mixed-use or multi-family, expanding a bar/restaurant, reintroducing an auto repair shop, and continuing a paid parking lot. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19 protocols, and applicants may request accommodations.

• 333 Chambers Street: convert single-family to mixed-use with commercial space and two apartments, plus sign variance
• 325 Rutherford Avenue: re-occupy non-conforming two-family dwelling
• 3 Dayton Street: expand rear first floor and add second floor for additional seating and parking improvements
• 1600 Calhoun Street: reintroduce auto repair shop with auto sales and vehicle storage
• 54-66 S Clinton Avenue: continue paid surface parking lot use (extension of prior variance)

The Trenton Zoning Board met with only four of seven members present, lacking the five votes needed to decide any matter. All nine appeals on the agenda were adjourned to future dates, mostly February 16, 2022. The board also memorialized two resolutions and added special meetings for February 23 and March 23, 2022.

• Adjourned 333 Chambers Street appeal to Feb 16, 2022
• Adjourned 325 Rutherford Avenue appeal to Jan 26, 2022
• Adjourned 3 Dayton Street appeal to Feb 16, 2022
• Adjourned 1600 Calhoun Street appeal to Feb 16, 2022
• Adjourned 1218-1220 S Clinton Avenue appeal to Feb 16, 2022
• Adjourned 293 & 289 Ashmore Avenue appeal to Feb 16, 2022
• Adjourned 127 Butler Street appeal to Feb 16, 2022
• Adjourned 54-66 S Clinton Avenue appeal to Feb 16, 2022 with no new notice required

Plannng Board

The Trenton Planning Board is meeting virtually to conduct organizational business, including electing a chair and vice-chair, approving minutes, and setting the 2022 meeting calendar. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no specific development applications or public hearings listed.

• Chair and Vice-Chair votes
• Approval of 2022 meeting calendar
• Approval of minutes
• Memorialization of resolutions
• 2022 board training and annual report

Trenton Ethics Board

The Trenton Ethics Board is holding a remote public meeting on January 5, 2022. The agenda includes adopting minutes from the October 6, 2021 meeting, entering executive session to discuss a consolidated ethics complaint (TEB-2020-02-001 and TEB-2020-02-002), and handling any resolutions related to that session. Public comment is scheduled, but no other substantive items are listed.

• Executive session on complaint TEB-2020-02-001 consolidated with TEB-2020-02-002
• Adoption of minutes from October 6, 2021 meeting
• Remote meeting via Zoom (ID: 823 8406 1178)