Hamilton public meetings in 2022
27 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Council approved the acquisition of the Nottingham Fire Company premises and several road improvement contracts. They also adopted ordinances to rename multiple streets for emergency service accuracy and updated the municipal towing code.
- Approved $500,000 purchase of Nottingham Fire Company (4-0)
- Approved 2021 Annual Audit and Corrective Action Plan (4-0)
- Approved $936,511.25 for road improvements on Lamont, Sandalwood, and Holmes Avenues (4-0)
- Approved $747,893.49 for curb, sidewalk, and ramp improvements (4-0)
- Approved $28,035.60 for a DJI Matrice 300 RDK drone for Fire Division (4-0)
- Approved renaming Rippetoe Way to Kay Chiarello Way (4-0)
- Approved renaming Locust, Maple Shade, and Marshall Avenues (4-0)
- Approved updated towing code and fee structure (3-1)
Environmental Commission
The commission approved the minutes from the November 16, 2022 meeting. Members discussed the 3rd Annual Environmental Award and assigned tasks for DEP food waste recycling and closed loop recycling grants. No formal votes were taken on land use applications.
- Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
- Assigned DEP Grant for food waste recycling to Ann and JoAnne
- Assigned closed loop recycling research to Rob
- Appointed John as liaison to Bianca for administration approval protocols
- Recorded Madison Mather as replacement secretary for Sabrina Bowling
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Zoning Board will hold public hearings on several applications, including a new billboard on S. Broad St. and a restaurant expansion at 11 Mercer Street. It will also consider a homeowner's request for a front-yard setback variance for an addition at 24 Cranbrook Road. The meeting includes adoption of prior minutes and memorialization of two previously heard cases.
- Application 22-04-006: Interstate Outdoor Advertising seeks use variance and site plan for a billboard at S. Broad St. & Joseph St.
- Application 22-09-025: Brady Hamilton Square requests variances for demolition, façade replacement, and new bar/patio at 11 Mercer Street
- Application 22-10-026: Joshua & Rachel Blaney seek front-yard setback variance for a 16'x28' addition at 24 Cranbrook Road
- Memorialization of business application 22-004-006 (Manchester 270 Development) and residential application 22-08-017 (John & Carrie Masiello)
The Zoning Board of Adjustments unanimously approved three new applications, including a billboard replacement and a commercial expansion for Nottingham Tavern. The board also approved two resolutions of memorialization and residential addition plans.
- Approved minutes from August 9, August 23, and September 13, 2022 (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution of Memorialization for Manchester 270 Development Inc (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution of Memorialization for John & Carrie Masiello (Unanimous)
- Approved 16’x28’ residential addition at 24 Cranbrook Road (Unanimous)
- Approved 12’x25’ billboard replacement at S. Broad St. & Joseph St. (Unanimous)
- Approved demolition and expansion of 11 Mercer Street for Nottingham Tavern (Unanimous)
Planning Board
The Board approved a site plan for a cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility and a final site plan for a 388-unit rental development. One homeowner application for a second driveway was carried to a future meeting.
- Approved site plan for cannabis cultivation & manufacturing facility at 57 N. Johnston Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved final site plan for 388 rental units at Klockner Road (Unanimous)
- Approved minutes from July 28, August 11, August 25, and September 8, 2022 (Unanimous)
- Carried application for second driveway at 2852 Nottingham Way to January 12, 2023
Town Council
The Council approved a consent agenda including a $1.6M sewer infrastructure contract and multiple shared health service agreements with neighboring towns. Several ordinances regarding handicapped parking and cannabis permits were adopted on second reading. The body also introduced ordinances for road renaming and land acquisitions.
- Approved $1,649,350 contract with BrayCO, Inc. for headworks facilities flow channel rehabilitation (5-0)
- Approved shared health services contracts with Hightstown, East Windsor, Ewing, Hopewell, Lawrence, Princeton, Robbinsville, and West Windsor (5-0)
- Approved $200,127.43 purchase of a Case wheel loader for Division of Roads (5-0)
- Approved $28,920 purchase of a 2023 Ford Escape for Division of Information & Technology (5-0)
- Approved $60,000 increase for emergency animal medical services from Princeton Animal Hospital (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance repealing handicapped parking at 23 Samuel St and 1413 Hamilton Ave (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance establishing handicapped parking at 235 Woodlawn Ave (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance amending maximum number of cannabis permits (4-0, 1 abstention)
Environmental Commission
The commission approved the October 12, 2022 meeting minutes and reviewed five land use applications. Members discussed the Sustainable Jersey certification status and the upcoming 2022 Environmental Award ceremony. A draft budget was prepared for member input.
- Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes
- Submitted memo regarding Application No. 22-09-024 citing concerns over potential contamination and site history
- Reviewed Application No. 22-03-003 Revised (no comments)
- Reviewed Application No. 22-09-018 (no comments)
- Reviewed Application No. 22-09-023 (no comments)
- Reviewed Application No. 22-09-025 (no comments)
Town Council
The Council approved several grants from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund for group home generators and new home construction. Other actions included authorizing budget transfers, purchasing emergency equipment for police and fire, and approving road and sidewalk improvements.
- Approved $32,000 in grants for emergency generators at two group homes (CA1)
- Approved $75,000 grant to Habitat for Humanity for a home at 2040 Genesee Street (CA2)
- Approved $100,000 grant to The Arc Mercer for a 4-bedroom dwelling at 453 Independence Avenue (CA3)
- Authorized $626,132.19 in municipal budget transfers (CA5)
- Approved $27,431.40 for an electric vehicle charging station at Veterans Park/DeMeo Field (CA7)
- Approved $32,431.15 for a police department stand-by generator (CA8)
- Approved $17,567.00 for new sidewalks on South Broad Street (CA19)
- Approved $30,653.04 for 136 fire department trench coats (CA20)
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for November 9, 2022. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The board will hold a public hearing on a new application for a 420,024-square-foot warehouse with office space at Klockner and Sloan Avenues, requiring a use variance, preliminary site plan, minor subdivision, and floodplain relief. It will also consider a homeowner's variance request for a 24'x26' addition at 220 Paxson Avenue and adopt minutes from three prior meetings.
- New application: 420,024sqft warehouse at Klockner Avenue/Sloan Avenue (IND zone) – use variance, site plan, subdivision, floodplain relief
- Homeowner application: variance from front yard setback for 24'x26' addition at 220 Paxson Avenue
- Resolutions of memorialization for four prior business and residential applications
- Adoption of minutes from May 24, June 14, and July 26, 2022 meetings
The Board approved a use variance and site plan for a large warehouse and office complex at Klockner Avenue and Sloan Avenue. Additionally, the Board approved several business and residential applications, including a home addition on Paxson Avenue.
- Approved 420,024 sq ft warehouse with office space at Klockner Ave/Sloan Ave (6-1)
- Approved residential addition at 220 Paxson Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved Application No. 20-10-039A for Hewitt Street Square LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved Application No. 21-12-050 for Vessel RE Holdings LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved Application No. 22-05-010 for Highglen Clover Square (Unanimous)
- Approved Application No. 22-08-016 for Joe & Nancy Analore (Unanimous)
- Approved May 24, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Zoning Board scheduled for October 11, 2022, has been cancelled.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Zoning Board scheduled for September 27, 2022, has been cancelled.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposal for a 5-story apartment building. The board will also review resolutions of memorialization for two other applications.
- Proposal for 44 market and 11 affordable apartment units at 1472 Kuser Road
- Variance requests for 1472 Kuser Road regarding lot area, setbacks, parking, and tree preservation
- Resolution of memorialization for Highglen Clover Square (Application No: 22-05-010)
- Resolution of memorialization for Joe & Nancy Analore (Application No: 22-08-016)
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for residential and business applications. The board is reviewing a request for a fast-food restaurant and a residential home addition.
- Application 22-05-010: Proposed 820sq ft Checkers Restaurant with drive-thru at 3100 Mercerville Quakerbridge Rd & 101 Sloan Ave
- Application 22-08-016: Proposed 8’ x 20’4” addition at 502 Daniels Avenue
- Resolution of memorialization for Application No. 22-08-014 (Vincent Kokotajlo)
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a residential application regarding a proposed fence. The applicant is seeking a waiver for specific fence design standards and checklist requirements.
- Application No: 22-08-014: Request to construct a 6’ solid fence in a front yard area
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review applications for two business developments. The board is considering a 5-story apartment building and a self-storage facility with a billboard.
- Proposal for 5-story apartment building (44 market units/11 affordable) at 1472 Kuser road
- Proposal for self-storage facility (8 buildings, 60,525 sqft) and 90-foot billboard at Hewitt Avenue
- Resolution of memorialization for Chick-fil-A (Application No: 21-12-051)
- Resolution of memorialization for Christ Centered Church (Application No: 22-02-002)
- Resolution of memorialization for 3332 Hamilton Real Estate, Inc. (Application No: 21-06-023)
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for July 12, 2022. No business will be conducted at the Municipal Building during this time.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for June 28, 2022. No other business or agenda items were provided.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Board will consider a use variance for a house of worship at 4 Tennis Court. It will also review a site plan for a 5,147 square foot Chick-fil-A at 500 Marketplace Blvd.
- Use variance for Christ Centered Church of Hamilton at 4 Tennis Court
- Site plan and setback variances for Chick-fil-A at 500 Marketplace Blvd
- Resolution of memorialization for Application No: 20-02-008
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Board will consider a heldover application from Vessel RE Holdings LLC. The proposal involves constructing a 5-story apartment building containing 48 market units and 12 affordable units.
- Application No: 21-12-050 at 1472 Kuser Road
- Proposed 5-story apartment building (48 market/12 affordable)
- Variances requested for lot area, frontage, width, and setbacks
- Waivers requested for parking space size, drive aisle width, and number of spaces
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Board will hear a homeowner's request for a fence waiver and a reconsideration of a Chipotle proposal. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on a 27-unit condominium project and a new five-story apartment building application.
- Fence design standards waiver at 636 Paxson Avenue
- Chipotle construction reconsideration at 249 Route 33
- 27-unit condominium/townhome development at 3332 S. Broad Street
- 5-story apartment building (48 market units/12 affordable) at 1472 Kuser road
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The regular meeting of the Hamilton Township Zoning Board scheduled for April 26, 2022, has been cancelled.
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Board will consider a motion for reconsideration regarding a Chipotle at 249 Route 33. Additionally, the Board will review a new application for a 27-unit condominium or townhome development at 3332 S. Broad Street.
- Motion for reconsideration: Chipotle proposal at 249 Route 33
- New application: 27-unit condominium/townhome development at 3332 S. Broad Street
- Resolution of memorialization: Application No. 21-06-028 (Meadowbrook Realty LLC)
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a business application for a new restaurant. The board will determine if the applicant is granted the necessary variances and site plan approvals to proceed.
- Proposal to construct a 2,325sq ft Chipotle at 249 Route 33
- Request for use variance, preliminary and final site plan approval
- Request for variance relief regarding lot coverage, area, frontage, depth, and side yard setback
- Request for variance relief regarding parking spaces, buffer, and driveway distance to ROW and intersection
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a new business application for an auto repair facility. The proposal includes requests for site plan approval and several variances regarding setbacks, parking, and coverage.
- Proposed 4,588 sq ft auto repair facility at 1201 Route 33
- Preliminary and final site plan approval request by Meadowbrook Realty, LP
- Variances requested for yard setbacks, FAR, impervious coverage, and parking spaces
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Board will consider a revised application for a new business location. The proposal involves constructing a 2,325 square foot Chipotle and includes requests for several variances.
- Proposed 2,325sq ft Chipotle at 249 Route 33
- Variances requested for lot coverage, area, frontage, depth, setbacks, parking, and driveway distance
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to elect officers and adopt 2022 meeting dates. The board will consider several variance requests for residential additions and garages, as well as two larger business developments.
- Proposed 4,588sq ft auto repair facility at 1201 Route 33
- Proposed 27-unit condominium/townhome development at 3332 S. Broad Street
- Proposed 28’x30’ garage at 142 Wescott Avenue
- Proposed two-story 12’x24.83’ addition at 213 Main Street
- Election of Officers and adoption of official newspapers
Zoning Board of Adjustments
The Hamilton Township Zoning Board has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for January 11, 2022. The meeting was originally set to take place at the Hamilton Township Senior Center.