Long Branch public meetings in 2025
23 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Long Branch City Council meeting on Dec 23, 2025 includes adoption of the O-21-25 Salary Ordinance for 2025. It also will consider a certified list of resolutions numbered R-246-25 through R-284-25. No further details about the resolutions are provided in the agenda.
- Adopt O-21-25 Salary Ordinance (2025)
- Consider certified resolutions R-246-25 through R-284-25
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider Ordinance No. O-20-25, which amends Chapter 345 of the city code to eliminate all residential uses in the Transit Village District, Medical Village Subdistrict, and repeals the M Medical Hospital Zone District. The board will also review two subdivision applications: PB 24-09 for 36 Patten Lane (Zone R-3) proposing a minor subdivision creating two lots and a new single-family home, and PB 25-09 for Ocean Song (125‑141 Morris Avenue, Zone TVD-R) proposing demolition of two residences and construction of 13 single-family detached dwellings with amenities and a homeowner’s association. Additionally, Resolution O-13-25 adopting the 2025 update to the Oceanfront‑Broadway Redevelopment Plan and related zoning amendments will be considered.
- Ordinance O-20-25 amending Chapter 345 to remove residential uses from Transit Village, Medical Village zones and repealing the M Medical Hospital Zone District
- Application PB 24-09 at 36 Patten Lane, Zone R-3: minor subdivision creating lots 15.02 and 15.03 and a new single-family home
- Application PB 25-09 at 125‑141 Morris Avenue, Zone TVD-R: demolition of two residences and construction of 13 single-family detached dwellings with pool, spa, cabana and HOA
- Resolution O-13-25 adopting the 2025 update to the Oceanfront‑Broadway Redevelopment Plan and amending Chapters 269 and 345
Environmental Commission
The Long Branch Environmental Commission is meeting to review the status of tree ordinance revisions and the Community Management Forestry Plan. The body will also discuss the 2026 budget for the Environmental Commission and the Tree Committee.
- Proposed establishment of a shade tree committee within the EC ordinance with a budget line
- Discussion of a tree removal application reporting process
- Review of the Replacement Fund total
- Status update on the Community Management Forestry Plan (CFMP)
- Updates on the Styrofoam Collection event and Recycling Education Project
City Council
The Long Branch City Council will consider several ordinances, including a no‑parking rule on West End Court and measures related to the boardwalk extension. One ordinance proposes a capital construction grant for the boardwalk extension, while another adopts a bond to finance the same project. Additional items include acquiring a new fire truck and amending zoning definitions for gasoline stations and convenience centers. Resolutions R‑236‑25 through R‑244‑25 will also be addressed.
- Adopt O‑15‑25: No parking on West End Court.
- Adopt O‑16‑25: Capital construction grant for the boardwalk extension project.
- Adopt O‑17‑25: Bond issuance to fund the boardwalk extension project.
- Adopt O‑18‑25: Acquisition of a fire truck.
- Adopt O‑19‑25: Amend Chapter 345 zoning Section 345‑3 definitions for gasoline stations and convenience centers.
Zoning Board
The Long Branch Zoning Board will consider several applications for variances and plan amendments, including bulk variances for a property on Hoey Avenue and a request to increase the density of a Church Street School project from 12 to 15 units.
- ZB 25-14: Bulk variances requested for 762 Hoey Avenue (front yard setback, height, pool location)
- ZB 25-22: Request to amend plans for 465 Church Street to add 3 residential units (total 15)
- ZB 25-16: Post-Construction approval sought for a covered patio at 554 Summer Street
- ZB 25-23: Front yard porch encroachment requested for 110 Atlantic Avenue
- ZB 24-08: Administrative approval requested to expand a Breakfast area at 147 Pavilion Avenue
Insurance Fund Commission
The Insurance Fund Commission is meeting to discuss insurance and risk management issues. The body will consider approving bill lists for workers compensation and self insurance payments.
- Resolution LB-2025-013: Approval of bill list for Workers Compensation
- Resolution LB-2025-014: Approval of bill list for Self Insurance
City Council
The City Council is holding a public meeting to discuss city business and resolutions. The agenda includes the adoption of an ordinance regarding oceanfront redevelopment on Broadway.
- Adoption of Ordinance O-13-25 regarding oceanfront redevelopment on Broadway
- Review of Certified Resolution List R-227-25 through R-234-25
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review Ordinance O-13-25, which updates the 2025 Oceanfront‑Broadway Redevelopment Plan and amends Chapters 269 and 345 of the city zoning code. The Board will also consider five rezoning resolutions for properties on Second Avenue, Chelsea Avenue, Jay Street and Lincoln Gardens. Minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting will be approved. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Ordinance O-13-25: 2025 update to Oceanfront‑Broadway Redevelopment Plan, amending Chapters 269 (Redevelopment) and 345 (Zoning)
- Resolution PB 21-H: 648 Second Avenue, Zone WEDO
- Resolution PB 25-07: 153 Second Avenue, Zone TVD‑R (lots 1.03 & 2.02)
- Resolution PB 25-06: 85 Chelsea Avenue, Zone Broadway Gateway
- Resolution PB 24-17: 159‑161 Jay Street, Zone R‑4
Planning Board
The Long Branch Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Proposed Ordinance O‑13‑25, the 2025 update to the Oceanfront‑Broadway Redevelopment Plan. The ordinance would supersede Handbook 3 (Broadway Gateway) and Handbook 7 (Lower Broadway). The board will also review several rezoning resolutions for specific parcels. All supporting documents are available for public inspection at the Planning and Zoning office.
- Proposed Ordinance O‑13‑25: 2025 update to the Oceanfront‑Broadway Redevelopment Plan
- Resolution PB 21‑H: LB648, LLC, Block 93, Lot 1, 648 Second Avenue, Zone WEDO
- Resolution PB 25‑07: Coder, Block 227, Lots 1.03 & 2.02, 153 Second Avenue, Zone TVD‑R
- Resolution PB 25‑06: Ian Holdings, LLC, Block 287.01, Lot 21, 85 Chelsea Avenue, Zone Broadway Gateway
- Resolution PB 24‑17: A&N Properties, LLC, Block 354, Lot 1, 159‑161 Jay Street, Zone R‑4
Zoning Board
The Long Branch Zoning Board will consider applications for bulk variance relief to allow residential construction, including a 4-story townhouse on Ocean Boulevard and expansions on Marion Place and MacArthur Avenue. The board will also act on several resolutions regarding previously approved zoning matters.
- ZB 25-19: 4-story, 3-unit townhouse proposed at 479 Ocean Blvd North
- ZB 25-17: Bulk variance requested for property improvements at 338 Mac Arthur Avenue
- ZB 22-14: One-year time extension requested for Downey Block construction plans
- ZB 25-13: Resolution regarding 1199 Lincoln Square in the C-3 Zone
- ZB 22-38: Resolution regarding 646-650 Broadway in the C-1 Zone
Environmental Commission
The Long Branch Environmental Commission will review updates to tree ordinances and the status of the Community Management Forestry Plan. The body will also discuss the Shade Tree Committee and recycling education.
- Arbor Day trees including 50+ Northern Catalpa, 12 Black Walnut, and 30 Paw Paw
- Status of revisions to tree ordinances
- Community Management Forestry Plan (CFMP) status
- SJ Energy Planning Grant
- Tree removal application reporting process and fees
City Council
The Long Branch City Council will consider a certified resolution list numbered R-215-25 through R-225-25. It will also adopt Ordinance O-14-25, which amends Chapter 316 concerning towing. No other agenda items are detailed in the provided document.
- Adopt Ordinance O-14-25 amending Chapter 316 towing regulations
- Consider certified resolutions R-215-25 through R-225-25
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board will consider three applications: granting preliminary and final major site plan approval for the Reformed Church Block (214 Lot 8, 646‑650 Broadway, Zone C‑1) and a request to extend its protection period to Dec. 11, 2026; a bulk variance request for 762 Hoey Avenue (Zone R‑2) covering front‑yard setback, building height, and pool location; and a proposal to add a three‑story rear addition with retail/office and residential space at 1199 Lincoln Square (Zone C‑3). The board will also act on four resolutions for parcels on Second Avenue, Branchport Avenue, Brighton Avenue, and Wardell Place, and will review minutes from the Oct. 27 meeting.
- Approval of preliminary and final major site plan for Reformed Church Block, 646‑650 Broadway, Zone C‑1 (ZB 22‑38).
- One‑year extension request for the protection period of the Reformed Church site to Dec. 11, 2026.
- Bulk variance request for 762 Hoey Avenue, Zone R‑2 (ZB 25‑14): front‑yard setback, building height, and pool relocation.
- Proposal for a three‑story rear addition with retail/office and apartments at 1199 Lincoln Square, Zone C‑3 (ZB 25‑13).
- Resolutions for parcels: 147 Second Avenue (ZB 25‑10), 44 Branchport Avenue (ZB 25‑11), 119‑127 Brighton Avenue (ZB 23‑19), 161 Wardell Place (ZB 25‑06).
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review three applications related to residential properties. One applicant seeks a Certificate of Nonconformity, or alternatively a D(1) variance, to convert a detached garage into a cabana at 107 Matilda Terrace. Another applicant requests approval to build a single‑family dwelling on an undersized vacant lot at 161 Wardell Place. A third applicant asks for post‑construction approval of a covered patio that exceeds the allowed lot coverage at 554 Summer Street.
- Certificate of Nonconformity (or D(1) variance) for 107 Matilda Terrace, Block 24‑27, Lot 11.01, Zone R‑4
- Approval request for single‑family dwelling on undersized vacant lot at 161 Wardell Place, Block 25‑06, Lot 26, Zone R‑4
- Post‑construction approval for covered patio exceeding setbacks and lot‑coverage limits at 554 Summer Street, Block 25‑16, Lot 27.01, Zone R‑4
- Resolutions for properties on Second Avenue (172 and 147 Second Avenue, Zone TVD‑R), Hearn Avenue (245 Hearn Avenue, Zone R‑5), and Branchport Avenue (44 Branchport Avenue, Zone R‑4)
City Council
The Long Branch City Council will consider Ordinance O-12-25, which amends Chapter 147‑3 of the construction code regarding fees. The council will also review certified resolutions numbered R-192-25 through R-203-25. Supporting documents include the public meeting packet, minutes, and a workshop file.
- Ordinance O-12-25: Adopt amendment to Chapter 147‑3 Construction Code Fees
- Certified Resolutions R-192-25 to R-203-25
- Public meeting packet (PDF)
- Meeting minutes (PDF)
- Workshop materials (PDF)
Zoning Board
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review applications for residential dwelling conversions and a commercial building expansion. The board will also consider resolutions for three properties on Second Avenue and Hearn Avenue.
- ZB 25-11: Request for a four-family dwelling at 44 Branchport Avenue
- ZB 25-13: Proposed three-story rear addition with retail and apartments at 1199 Lincoln Square
- ZB 24-27: Request to convert a detached garage into a cabana at 107 Matilda Terrace
- Resolutions for 172 Second Avenue, 147 Second Avenue, and 245 Hearn Avenue
City Council
The September 24, 2025 Long Branch City Council meeting packet includes a public meeting packet, minutes, a workshop document, and a regular meeting document. It also contains a certified resolution list covering resolutions R-183-25 through R-190-25. No specific agenda items or decisions are detailed in the provided agenda text.
- Certified resolution list R-183-25 through R-190-25
Planning Board
The Long Branch Planning Board will review three applications for minor subdivisions. One request seeks a 190‑day extension to record a minor subdivision for 159‑161 Jay Street. Another proposes creating a new single‑family home on Patten Lane by dividing Lot 15.01 into two lots. A third application requests a lot line adjustment to form three lots from four at Lincoln Gardens and 100 Lincoln Avenue.
- PB 24-17: A&N Properties, LLC requests a 190‑day extension for a minor subdivision at 159‑161 Jay Street (Zone R‑4).
- PB 24-09: Peter Pannullo requests a minor subdivision of Lot 15.01 to create two lots and a new single‑family home on Patten Lane (Zone R‑3).
- PB 25-10: 100 S. Lincoln, LLC and related entities request a minor subdivision and lot line adjustment to form three lots from four at Lincoln Gardens and 100 Lincoln Avenue (Zone R‑1).
- Resolution PB 21-H: LB648, LLC for 648 Second Avenue, Zone WEDO.
- Resolution PB 25-07: Coder for 153 Second Avenue, Zone TVD‑R.
City Council
The Long Branch City Council will consider a multi‑purpose bond ordinance that includes a Department of Transportation grant. It will also consider authorizing the sale of the Troutmans Creek parcel to the New Jersey Department of Transportation. In addition, the council will consider Resolutions R‑176‑25 through R‑181‑25.
- Adopt Multi‑Purpose Bond Ordinance (DOT grant)
- Authorize sale of Troutmans Creek parcel to NJDOT
- Consider Resolutions R‑176‑25 through R‑181‑25
Zoning Board
The Long Branch Zoning Board will meet to consider bulk variance requests for property improvements and a single-family dwelling on an undersized lot. The Board will also review administrative approval for a walkway adjustment and a resolution from a prior meeting.
- ZB 25-10: Bulk variance for 147 Second Avenue (corner lot)
- ZB 25-09: Bulk variances for 172 Second Avenue
- ZB 25-06: Approval for single-family dwelling on undersized lot at 161 Wardell Place
- ZB 24-09: Administrative approval for walkway at 245 Hearn Avenue
- ZB 22-32: Resolution for 415 Broadway
City Council
The agenda consists of procedural documents, including minutes from a workshop and a regular meeting. The body will address resolutions R-170-25 through R-174-25.
- Resolutions R-170-25 through R-174-25
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review several residential development applications, including townhomes and single-family dwellings. The board will also consider minor subdivisions, lot line adjustments, and resolutions for various properties.
- Proposal for ten 3-story residential townhomes at 85 Chelsea Avenue
- Proposal to demolish three structures and build 13 single-family dwellings at 125, 133 & 141 Morris Avenue
- Minor subdivision and side yard setback for driveway expansion at 153 Second Avenue
- Minor subdivision and lot line adjustment for 4, 6 & 8 Lincoln Gardens and 100 Lincoln Avenue
- One-year extension request for the period of protection at 648 Second Avenue
Zoning Board
The Long Branch Zoning Board will meet to consider administrative approval for a two-wall fit-out with hygiene sinks at 415 Broadway and to review annual reports from 2022 and 2023.
- Administrative approval for Aesthetic Clinic at 415 Broadway (ZB 22-32)
- Review of Annual Reports 2022 & 2023 (ZB 25-05, ZB 25-08)
- Approval of minutes from June 23, 2025 and July 14, 2025 meetings
- Public hearing for Dru DeSantis Block at 689 Broadway (ZB 25-05)
- Public hearing for Fernando Rabelo Block at 333 & 335 Joline Avenue (ZB 25-08)