TOWNSHIP OF WALL

ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEET

HELD IN THE MUNICIPAL MEETING ROOM

APRIL 17, 2002

 

 

The Regular Meeting of the Wall Township Board of Adjustment was called to order by Chairman Clayton at 7:30 P.M.  Members present were Chairman Clayton, Vice Chairman DeSarno, Dennis Noorigian, Ralph Addonizio, first alternate Mark Brosnan, second alternate Wilma Morrissey, Attorney Hirsch, Planning Coordinator Pam D’Andrea, Recording Secretary Betty Schinestuhl, Engineer Glenn Gerken, Planner John Maczuga and Court Reporter Arnone.

 

Attorney Hirsch announced that all requirements under the Open Public Meetings Act had been complied with for this meeting and read the purposes of the Board of Adjustment.

 

Chairman Clayton said there are three applications for this evening.  The first one will be Maureen C. French.

 

NEW APPLICATION

 

CASE #BA2-2002 – Date application complete:  February 25, 2002

 

APPLICANT:  MAUREEN C. FRENCH

 

PROPERTY:  3420 Belmar Boulevard, Block 751, Lot 50, R-30 Zone

 

RELIEF REQUESTED:  Bulk variance

 

Attorney Hirsch reviewed the file and stated the Board had jurisdiction to proceed.

 

Timothy B. Middleton appeared for the applicant.

 

Attorney Middleton explained the applicant is seeking permission to build a detached garage.  The garage will be 1,380 s.f., 17.5’ in height.  The ordinance permits 1,000 s.f. and 16’ in height.  He explained the owner has five cars and does a lot of work on those vehicles.  He does a lot of work outside and would like to bring them inside.  He would also like to use the garage for storage.  It will not be a negative impact on the neighborhood.

 

Robert French was sworn.

 

Mr. French stated he has lived at this residence for over 30 years.  He is a life-long resident of Wall Township.  He is seeking to build a detached garage.  He stated he has four cars and a pick-up.  He does all the maintenance on them.  He would like to keep them inside.  He would also like to store his pool equipment in the garage.  He said everything is stored outside now.  He said bringing everything inside would enhance the neighborhood.  He said he is proposing a nice building.

 

Entered into evidence:


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A-1      Photo of property

A-2      Photo of property

A-3      Photo of property

A-4      Photo of property

A-5      Photo of property

A-6      Elevation of garage

 

Mr. French described the photos.  He said A-5 shows the house, circular driveway and the area where the garage will go.  A-4 is a photo from the east.  It shows the tree buffer.

 

Attorney Middleton asked how far is the garage from the property line.  Mr. French said 30’ from the property line.  He said it is approximately 100’ from his neighbor’s house.

 

Mr. French said the A-3 photo was taken from the front of the property on Belmar Boulevard looking back to the north.  A-2 is a picture of the neighbor’s house showing the buffer.  A-1 is the same, it shows the buffer.

 

Mr. French said the siding on the garage will be similar to what is on his house. 

 

Attorney Middleton asked Mr. French why 17.5’ in height.  Mr. French said he would like to make the roof the same pitch as the house.  He would like to use it for storage.  It will have heat so he can work in the garage during the cold weather.

 

Attorney Hirsch asked how big lot 62 is.  Mr. French said he did not know.  He said his property is 1½ acres.  He said that one must be about 1 acre.

 

Attorney Middleton said there is no roadway between the properties.  He had a title company research it and there is no roadway. 

 

Attorney Hirsch asked about the setback of the house on lot 62.  Mr. French explained that house is on an angle.  He said the closest to the proposed garage is about 100’.  He said the back of that house is about where his pool is now.  He said that house faces Waterview Way.

 

Mrs. Morrissey asked if the driveway will be paved.  Mr. French said yes.

 

Mrs. Morrissey asked if the garage will be visible to the neighbors.  Mr. French said in the fall, yes.

 

Mr. Gerken said the only comment he had was they must submit a survey and they can submit that when they go for their building permit.

 

Chairman Clayton asked how far is the garage from your house.  Mr. French said about 20’.  Mr. Gerken said it scales about 30’. 

 

The application was open and closed to the public.

 

Mrs. DeSarno said she knows the property.  She said it is very well maintained. 


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Mrs. DeSarno moved to approve the application as applied for.  Mrs. Morrissey seconded the motion which was approved by a roll call vote.  (Mesdames DeSarno and Morrissey, Messrs. Brosnan, Addonizio, Noorigian and Clayton voted yes.)

 

7:50 P.M. Mr. Rembiszewski arrived.

 

CARRIED APPLICATIONS

 

CASE #BA-31-2001 – Date application complete: December 31, 2001

 

APPLICANT: SAMANTHA JACE

 

PROPERTY: 5213 Routes 33 & 34, Block 911, Lot 19, HB-40 Zone

 

RELIEF REQUESTED: Use variance

 

Attorney Hirsch previously accepted jurisdiction.

 

Jennifer Krimko, Esq. appeared for the applicant.

 

Attorney Krimko explained the applicant is applying for a use variance.  They are proposing a home professional office.  She explained the residence is not permitted in the zone.  She said she has a professional planner and the owner to testify this evening.  Attorney Krimko said they will comply with paving and lining the parking lot.  They will also make it handicap accessible.  She said they will provide a turn-around.

 

Shirley Jace was sworn.

 

Mrs. Jace said she lives in the home with her husband and daughter.  She explained she is proposing 119 s.f. for home office.  It is character analyzation.  Mrs. Jace said it is by appointment only.  She does tarot card readings and palm readings.  She said there is only one customer at a time. 

 

Attorney Krimko said the maximum number of cars in the parking lot at one time would be two, one customer and one arriving.  Mrs. Jace said that is correct.

 

Attorney Krimko asked about hours of operation.  Mrs. Jace said 9:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M. 

 

Attorney Krimko asked about signs.  Mrs. Jace said the lighted signs would be limited to hours of operation. 

 

Attorney Krimko said they will comply with everything in the Professional’s letters.  Mrs. Jace agreed.

 

Attorney Hirsch asked how many customers per day.  Mrs. Jace said 2 – 3. 


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Attorney Hirsch asked how long does each session last.  Mrs. Jace said from ½ hour to 45 minutes.  She said she is not that busy right now.

 

Attorney Hirsch said she could have more customers depending on how busy, but not at the same time.  Mrs. Jace said she has done this for five years in Farmingdale.  She said she sometimes has more than three customers in one day but it does not happen often. 

 

Entered into evidence:

 

A-2      Architectural Plans prepared by Passman Echlin dated July 18, 2001

 

Mr. Maczuga said it is conforming to the zone requirements.

 

Mrs. DeSarno asked if there are walk-ins.  Mrs. Jace said no, it is by appointment only.

 

Mrs. DeSarno asked if the business in Farmingdale was part of her home.  Mrs. Jace said no.

 

Mrs. Morrissey asked if her business was still in Farmingdale why she wanted to move.  Mrs. Jace said she would keep her business in Farmingdale. 

 

Attorney Krimko asked if Mrs. Jace would continue doing business in Farmingdale.  Mrs. Jace said it would still be her store location. 

 

Mrs. Morrissey asked where Mrs. Jace advertised.  Mrs. Jace said in the yellow pages.

 

Mrs. Morrissey asked if there was a separate entrance for the business.  Mrs. Jace said there are two doorways.

 

Mr. Rembiszewski said she was opened 9:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M.  He asked how many days.  Mrs. Jace said six days a week.

 

Mr. Rembiszewski asked what the ages are of the customers that come in.  Mrs. Jace said they must be 18 years or older.  If they are younger they must come with a parent.  She said she has customers ranging from 18 years old to 75 years old. 

 

Mr. Rembiszewski asked if this was like the ones you see on the boardwalk.  Mrs. Jace said yes.

 

Mr. Brosnan asked if she considered this a profession.  Mrs. Jace said yes.  Mr. Brosnan asked if a license was required.  Mrs. Jace said no.  Mr. Brosnan asked if Mrs. Jace had a degree.  Mrs. Jace said no.

 

Attorney Krimko said Mrs. Jace provides a service for a fee so it is a business. 

 

Mr. Maczuga said this is allowed in this zone.

 

Attorney Krimko said if she didn’t live in the house she could use the whole building for this profession. 


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Mr. Brosnan asked if Mrs. Jace did any research on zoning when she purchased the property.  Mrs. Jace said no.

 

Mr. Rembiszewski asked if she would expand if the business grew.  Attorney Krimko said there is nowhere to grow.  Mr. Rembiszewski asked if they would put an addition on.  Attorney Krimko said no, unless they came back to the Board. 

 

Mrs. Morrissey asked if the customers have to go through the house.  Mrs. Jace said they come in the front door and there is a little room to the side. 

 

Mr. Addonizio asked if this was for entertainment only.  Mrs. Jace said yes.  Attorney Krimko said that is not within the Board’s jurisdiction.  Attorney Krimko asked Mrs. Jace if it was for entertainment only.  Mrs. Jace said no.  Mr. Addonizio said it is for entertainment only.  Attorney Krimko said that is only Mr. Addonizio’s opinion. 

 

Mr. Addonizio asked Mr. Maczuga if an entertainment based business is allowed.  Mr. Maczuga said he would look it up.  He said it would come under personal services miscellaneous.

 

Mrs. DeSarno said you come in the front door then go down the hallway, this goes into your home?  Mrs. Jace said it is blocked off.  The only door is to get to the reading room.

 

Mrs. DeSarno asked if they will be able to look into the living room.  Mrs. Jace said yes.

 

Chairman Clayton asked if the exterior is going to change.  Attorney Krimko said no.

 

Attorney Krimko explained this is considered entertainment only when done at a party.  She explained customers that come are asking for advice, spiritual guidance, etc.

 

Chairman Clayton asked Mrs. Jace how long she has been doing this.  Mrs. Jace said 25 years. 

 

Chairman Clayton asked if Mrs. Jace employed anyone else.  Mrs. Jace said no.

 

Chairman Clayton asked if the outside sign was going to be lit.  Attorney Krimko said it would conform to all ordinances.  She said the sign type has not been decided yet. 

 

Mr. Addonizio asked what is going to be on the sign.  Mrs. Jace said Spiritualization, Character Analyzation.

 

Jennifer Krill, Planner, was sworn.  The Board accepted Ms. Krill’s qualifications.

 

Entered into evidence:

 

A-2      Aerial Photo

A-3      Site Photos (7)

 

Ms. Krill said the applicant is requesting 119 s.f. of her home be used as professional office.  She said the applicant is here because the residence is not permitted.  The site is located in the HB-40


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zone.  She explained the aerial photos are the property on Routes 33 & 34.  Ms. Krill explained what was located in the neighborhood.  Ms. Krill explained the applicant is going to provide a service to the residents of Wall Township.  She is using 119 s.f. in the existing home on the first story for her business.  There will be no change in the exterior of the building.  She explained there are individuals that use this service to guide their lives.  She said there is a personal service being given.  She said this business brings the site more in compliance with the Master Plan.  This will have no negative impact on the surrounding properties.  She said the site will have a paved parking area and handicap accessibility. 

 

Ms. Krill explained A-3 (site photos) were taken around the site.  She explained the surrounding properties.  She said the resident’s property will be buffered.  This will not create a negative impact.  A circulation pattern will be created and this will be a benefit.  They will not back out onto Routes 33 & 34. 

 

Ms. Krill said the sign will be setback 5’ from the property line.  It will be 5’ in height.  It will be externally lit.  She said the sign is being proposed next to commercial property.  She said this will not be inconsistent with the Master Plan.  She said it brings it closer to compliance with the ordinance.  She said all variances are existing. 

 

Ms. Krill said there are adequate spaces for parking. 

 

Attorney Krimko said if the home was not part of it then the whole building could be used as commercial. 

 

Mrs. DeSarno said the applicant said she has to back out onto Routes 33 & 34.  She said she visited the site and she had no problem making a K-turn. 

 

Mr. Gerken said the residence is non-conforming and will remain non-conforming.  He said he made certain recommendations regarding parking, signage, lighting, hours of operation and they have provided that information.  He said they would have to amend the plans for these changes.

 

Chairman Clayton said the applicant will be open until 9:00 P.M.  He asked if any lighting is proposed.  Mr. Gerken said lighting should be provided at the exit and the parking area.  Attorney Krimko said absolutely. 

 

Chairman Clayton asked if the landscaping was adequate.  Mr. Maczuga said there may be a landscape plan needed because of the alterations.  Attorney Krimko said they will come up with a plan for Mr. Maczuga.

 

Attorney Hirsch said the light should be shielded and should not go onto other properties.

 

Mr. Maczuga said the signage package must be approved.

 

The application was open and closed to the public.

 

Attorney Krimko said this is permitted in the zone.  She said the residence is what brings the applicant here tonight.  She said there is no impact on the neighborhood or the Master Plan. 


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Mrs. DeSarno moved to deny the application.  Mr. Brosnan seconded the motion which was unanimously approved by a roll call vote.  Mrs. DeSarno, Mr. Brosnan, Mrs. Morrissey, Messrs. Addonizio voted yes, Mrs. Noorigian voted no and Messrs. Clayton and Rembiszewski voted yes.)  Chairman Clayton said the application has been denied.

 

Attorney Krimko said she will submit reconsideration.

 

8:45 Mr. Addonizio left the meeting.

 

8:45 PM the Board recessed.

 

9:00 PM the meeting resumed.

 

CARRIED APPLICATION

 

CASE #8-2000 – Date application complete: February 7, 2000.  Carried from May 17, 2000, September 20, 2000, January 10, 2001, April 11, 2001, June 20, 2001, September 5, 2001, October 3, 2001, December 12, 2001, and February 20, 2002.

 

APPLICANT: TOWER LODGE

 

PROPERTY: 1506 Gully Road, Block 239, Lot 8, R-30 Zone

 

RELIEF REQUESTED: Expansion and upgrade of existing nursing home.  Site Plan and Use Variance

 

Mr. Hengchuf is still under oath.

 

Attorney Primavera said he has two additional renderings.

 

Entered into evidence:

 

A-21    Rendering of carport

A-22    Photo of nursing home

 

Mr. Hengchuf said this building does not look like a strip mall.  He said it is a moderate looking building.  It has a simple design.  The colors are mutant.  The colors are pastel and sandstone.  He said the photo on the rendering was taken January 3, 2002 from the northwest corner of the property. 

 

Attorney Primavera asked if the photo was taken on the neighbor’s property line.  Mr. Hengchuf said yes. 

 

Mr. Hengchuf said A-22 was taken from the rear property line at the northeast corner.  He said he was standing in the forest. 


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Attorney Primavera said there is a row of spruce shielding the building.  Mr. Hengchuf said when you see the building it is screened by 7’ high spruces.  He said they will make the building look modest and low to the ground. 

 

Chairman Clayton asked if the modest look will be carried to the front.  Mr. Hengchuf said yes it will match up. 

 

Attorney Primavera asked Mr. Hengchuf to tell the Board about the odors from the kitchen.  Mr. Hengchuf said odors come from grease.  He said because the residents are older, the food will be steamed, boiled, blanched, etc.  It will not be fried.  He said the food is bland.  The source of order is not there.  He said he worked on a nursing home in Toms River and never had an incident regarding an odor complaint. 

 

Attorney Primavera asked if the filtration system planned will be sufficient.  Mr. Hengchuf said yes.

 

Attorney Primavera asked about the HVAC system on the rooftop.  Mr. Hengchuf said he has never had any complaints regarding noise from an HVAC system on the rooftop.  Mr. Hengchuf said he has placed units within 20’ of a courtyard and has never had any complaints.  He said the HVAC system will be screened. 

 

Attorney Primavera asked what type of equipment will be on the roof.  Mr. Hengchuf said air handlers, compressor and furnace.  He said the emergency generator will also be on the roof.  It is made by Kohler. 

 

Attorney Primavera asked if there would be a noise shield.  Mr. Hengchuf said yes a sound screen.  It reduces the noise by 20 decimals. 

 

Mr. Brosnan asked for Mr. Hengchuf to explain the testing process for the generator.  Mr. Hengchuf explained the generator is tested 15 – 30 minutes once a week for about half an hour. 

 

Chairman Clayton asked what type of fuel is used.  Mr. Hengchuf said natural gas.  There will be no fumes.  It is a cleaner fuel. 

 

Mr. Maczuga asked if they intend to use the sound shield.  Mr. Hengchuf said yes.  Mr. Maczuga said there should be no problem with sound 120’ or more.  Mr. Hengchuf said that is correct. 

 

Mr. Brosnan said this is the first time he has seen a generator on the roof.  He asked about inclement weather, maintenance, etc.  Mr. Hengchuf said they would agree to put the generator in the basement. 

 

Jim Stigliano, Sharpe Road, asked if the proposed kitchen facility for Tower Lodge is to include a Kosher kitchen.  Mr. Hengchuf said yes.

 

Mr. Stigliano asked Mr. Hengchuf to explain the difference between a regular kitchen and a Kosher kitchen.  Mr. Hengchuf said the owner would be able to answer that question.  Mr.


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Hengchuf did say that there is a requirement to separate meat and dairy in a Kosher kitchen.  He said one side would be dedicated to meat preparation and one to dairy. 

 

Mr. Stigliano asked if there was a difference in the preparation.  Mr. Hengchuf said it is basically the same.  It is not spicy. 

 

Rich Edwards, Sharpe Road, asked if the trash container was going to be changed to one large container.  Mr. Hengchuf said yes.  Mr. Edwards asked if there was also going to be a compactor.  Mr. Hengchuf said yes.  Mr. Edwards asked about controlling the liquid from the compactor and the odor.  Mr. Hengchuf said the owner will answer that.  He said it is basically a common sense issue.  He said in the winter there will be less pick-up of trash than in the summer.  He said the owner of Tower Lodge is trying to be neighbor friendly. 

 

Mr. Edwards said that contents in a compactor seem to seep.  He said he is certain that it would smell.  He asked how that will be controlled.  Attorney Primavera said they would go to the contractor and ask for their protocol.  He said Mr. Hengchuf is not qualified to answer these questions. 

 

Mr. Edwards asked how often the compactor will be activated.  Mr. Hengchuf said he cannot answer that.  Attorney Primavera said as often as the Board thinks is appropriate.  It will be done during the daytime.  He said they will provide a condition that they would not operate it during a certain time of the day or on Sunday. 

 

Mr. Edwards said trash pick-up was 5:00 A.M.  Attorney Primavera said they have asked Marcal to pick up later.  He said as soon as he found out about the 5:00 A.M. pick-up he changed it. 

 

Mr. Schengrund, 3217 Brighton Avenue, said nothing has been changed as far as garbage pick-up.  He said they were there at 6:00 A.M. today.  He said nothing has been altered.  Attorney Primavera said it will be.

 

Mr. Burkhardt, 3215 Brighton Avenue, asked if the emergency generator system was natural gas or gas turbine.  He said that is important because of the noise.  He said he believes the generator noise distribution report should be available to the public.

 

Mr. Brosnan said there should be a deodorizer for the compactor.

 

Mr. Burkhardt asked about the 14, 400 watt lights on the property.  Mr. Hengchuf said the engineer will report on that.  Mr. Hangchuf said the lighting is much like the ones outside the municipal building.

 

Mr. Burkhardt asked how many hours will the lights be on.  Mr. Hengchuf said the engineer will answer that. 

 

Mr. Burkhardt asked about lighting over the loading dock.  Mr. Hengchuf said there will be no lighting there. 

 

John Rea was sworn.  The Board accepted Mr. Rea’s qualifications as a traffic engineer.


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Mr. Rea said he was retained by Tower Lodge to do a traffic study.  He said he has visited the site.  He said he has done a manual and automatic traffic count.  He said peak hours for traffic outside Tower Lodge and peak hours for Tower Lodge are at different times.  He said Tower Lodge has a B level service.  He said that is very good.  He said traffic going onto Gully Road does not have to wait long.  He said they also evaluated parking.  He said there are 20 – 25 vehicles on site.  He said the existing parking is adequate.  He said the expanded parking will continue to adequately serve Tower Lodge.  He said the traffic impact on Gully Road will be minimal.  He said there will be no negative impact.

 

Attorney Primavera said the applicant initially eliminated the driveway.  He said the Board did not want it eliminated.  He asked Mr. Rea for his opinion.  Mr. Rea said he feels it would be better to leave the driveway where it is.  He said the driveway, in his opinion, should stay. 

 

Mr. Maczuga said he had some concerns about the drop-off area.  Mr. Rea said during the highest peak time there was a little less than 20 drop-offs or pick-ups.  He said with the increase in staff it would increase by 10 – 15. 

 

Chairman Clayton asked if there would be any parking spaces along the front curbed driveway.  Mr. Rea said the plan does not show any. 

 

Chairman Clayton asked if a tractor trailer could turn around.  Mr. Rea said it looks like a single unit truck will be able to turn around. 

 

Joseph Lesniewski, asked how Mr. Rea figured the increase in traffic due to additional staff, etc.  Mr. Rea said there are 32 employees in the future there will be 41.  That is an increase of 9, a 25% increase.  He said he increased his analysis by higher than that.  He said there is no capacity issue whatsoever. 

 

Mr. Lesniewski asked about additional visitors.  Mr. Rea said if every resident of the facility, everyday, had visitors the road would be able to handle that amount of traffic.  He said visitors come mostly on weekends when the staff level drops. 

 

Mr. Lesniewski asked what the total amount of movement was.  Mr. Rea said during the morning, 6:30 – 7:30 A.M. there was a total of 13 cars entering and 6 exiting.  He said during the afternoon 3:00 – 4:00 P.M. there was a total of 11 cars entering and 17 exiting. 

 

Mr. Lesniewski asked if this was daily.  Mr. Rea said they deal with peak hours.  Mr. Rea said the increase in staff will not have an impact on Gully Road.

 

Mr. Edwards asked if the driveway remained would the six lights that were scheduled to be removed stay.  Mr. Rea said the owner will answer that.  He said the road should be adequately lit.

 

Mr. Burkhardt asked what the difference was between cars and trucks.  Mr. Rea said in the A.M., in a span of 2½ hours, 3 trucks exited and four entered. 

 

Mr. Burkhardt asked if Mr. Rea had any concerns using the long driveway.  Mr. Rea said no.


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Mr. Burkhardt asked Mr. Rea if he had any concerns regarding fire trucks.  Mr. Rea said he would leave that up to the Fire Official.  He said fire trucks can get to the rear of the site. 

 

Mr. Burkhardt asked about congestion.  Mr. Rea said he did not notice any. 

 

Mr. Burkhardt asked Mr. Rea to go over the figures for peak hours.  Mr. Rea said the maximum staff is 31 employees.  He said between 6:30 – 7:30 a total of 13 vehicles entered the site.  Between 7:30 – 8:30 an additional eight vehicles entered.  There were a total of 21 over a two hour period. 

 

Attorney Primavera said they would be going from 32 employees at any one time to a maximum of 41 employees.  There is a total staff of 60.

 

Robert Gagliano, appraiser, gave his qualifications which were accepted by the Board. 

 

Attorney Primavera asked Mr. Gagliano if Tower Lodge hired him.  Mr. Gagliano said yes to give the value of surrounding real estate.  Mr. Gagliano said he tried to identify similar situations.  He said there are 35 nursing homes in Monmouth County.  He said he eliminated those on busy streets, those in commercial areas, those under 100 beds.  He said he found seven which he inspected. 

 

Attorney Primavera asked, if before he prepared his report, did he look at the data of this application.  Mr. Gagliano said yes.

 

Attorney Primavera asked if there was a written report.  Mr. Gagliano said he prepared a report.  He gave a copy to the Board members. 

 

Mr. Gagliano said he reviewed sales data from January 1, 1999 to present.  He eliminated certain sales.  He visited the neighborhood to see where the properties were located.  He explained his report.  He said he took all the sales and put them on a graph.  He explained the graph. 

 

Attorney Primavera asked Mr. Gagliano to explain the graph using Manalapan as an example.  Mr. Gagliano said the values are climbing over time in the area where the nursing homes are.  The values are going up slightly more than the rest of the town. 

 

Attorney Primavera asked about the impact on the property owners.  Mr. Gagliano said there is no negative impact for a residential area.

 

Attorney Primavera asked if Mr. Gagliano had an opinion as to the sales in this neighborhood being impaired.  Mr. Gagliano said he does not believe they would be impaired.

 

Attorney Hirsch asked what date he included in the analysis of Tower Lodge.  Mr. Gagliano said the same time he acted on the others, between January 1, 1999 and December 2001.

 

Attorney Hirsch asked about the trend in Wall Township.  Mr. Gagliano said the value trend is increasing faster than in the rest of the municipality as a whole.


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Attorney Hirsch asked, how much.  Mr. Gagliano said 19 sales in the neighborhood.  Mr. Gagliano explained the area he used in his analysis was from Belmar Boulevard North to just pass Brighton Avenue.  He said he included streets as far as Rockfeller. 

 

Mr. Brosnan asked about the increase within 200’ – 250’.  Mr. Gagliano said there would not be enough data to analyze. 

 

Mr. Maczuga asked how big the neighborhood is in your analysis.  Mr. Gagliano said it is fairly large.  Mr. Gagliano said this is a large facility in a residential area.  It does not appear to have an effect on the sales. 

 

Mr. Brosnan asked why Mr. Gagliano used sale prices as opposed to assessment values.  Mr. Gagliano said assessed values are extremely different.  They are done by the assessor.  Mr. Brosnan said he felt he would get a better idea from assessed value.  Mr. Gagliano explained assessed value. 

 

Attorney Primavera said Mr. Gagliano’s report does not show a negative impact on the residents in the area. 

 

Entered into evidence:

 

A-23    Mr. Gagliano’s report

 

Chairman Clayton said this application will be carried to June 19, 2002.  Attorney Primavera waived the time limits.

 

Mr. Rembiszewski asked Mr. Primavera to check on the time of garbage pick-up before they come back.  Attorney Primavera said he would look into it.

 

There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion was made, seconded, and unanimously approved to adjourn the meeting at 10:50 P.M.

 

                                                                        Respectfully submitted,

 

 

                                                                        Betty Schinestuhl

                    Recording Secretary