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Summit, New Jersey

Summit   New Jersey average (US Census ACS)
Population22,512
Per-capita income$110,417
Median home value$969,900
Typical home value $1,432,492 +11.3% yr/yr · +41.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
📰 Resúmenes

Próximas reuniones

Mon Jul 27, 2026

Planning Board

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PLANNING BOARD AGENDA Monday, July 27, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Planning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Planning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. NEW BUSINESS • Master Plan Consistency Review: o 26-3393 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT, COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY, AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY CODE, ENTITLED “DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS,” SUBSECTION 35-9.2 "PROHIBITED USES" (Data Center Facilities) V. APPLICATIONS • Temple Hill Associates, LLC (Application Documents) 527 Morris Avenue BL: 402 L: 1, 3-7, and 61-63 PB-26-287: Preliminary and final minor site plan with c - variances to permit exterior improvements to an existing restaurant. • OE 190 River Road, LLC (Application Documents) 190 River Road BL: 102 L: 1 PB-26-289: Preliminary and final site plan application to construct new four story multi-family residential structure above existing two level parking deck with (c) - variance for loading space width. VI. CLOSED SESSION • Attorney-Client Privileged Discussion of Pending Litigation: Tatlock Community Preservat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Reuniones recientes

Mon Jul 20, 2026

Zoning Board

Zoning Board to consider mixed-use building at 11-15 Beechwood Road

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications. The board will also review resolutions for memorialization for four residential properties.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, July 20, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Lara and Robert Herr (Application Documents) 37 Fairview Avenue BL: 1801 L: 13 ZB-26-2329 – (c) – variance for building coverage to construct covered porch in rear yard. 2. MRY Beechwood 11-15 LLC (Application Documents) 11-15 Beechwood Road (Carried from 6/1/26) BL: 2602 L: 1 ZB-26-2324 – Preliminary and final site plan with (d)(6) – variance for height and (c) – variances to construct mixed use building. V. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • 2 Crest Acre Court, Anthony and Vanessa Ferraro, BL: 1101 L: 12, ZB-26-2328 • 21 West End Avenue, Gloria Stahl (DeSantis), BL: 1504 L: 9, ZB-25-2316 • 152 Beekman Road, Michael and Tara DiGeronimo, BL: 1702 L: 3, ZB-26-2332 • 21 Dunnder Drive, Jesse and Evangeline Stromeyer, BL: 1401 L: 25, ZB-26-2334 VI. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL • None VII. ADJOURN NEXT MEETING – Monday, August 3, 2026 ❑ Chairman Loikits ❑ Vice Chair Zahn ❑ Mr. Curran ❑ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jul 15, 2026

Common Council

Summit Common Council holds special meeting regarding affordable housing

The Common Council will meet to discuss attorney/client privileged affordable housing matters. This discussion may require the exclusion of the public from the meeting via a closed session.

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https://cityofsummit.sharepoint.com/sites/clerkshare/Shared Documents/NOTICES/2026 Notices/Special Meeting Notice 7-15-26F.docx THE CITY OF SUMMIT N E W J E R S E Y CITY HALL 512 SPRINGFIELD AVENUE SUMMIT, NJ 07901 www.cityofsummit.org Rosemary Licatese City Clerk Secy. to Mayor & Council (908) 273-6400 Fax (908) 273-2977 July 10, 2026 NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Summit will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 in the Council Conference Room on the first floor at Summit City Hall, 512 Springfield Ave., Summit, NJ, for the purpose of discussing Attorney/Client privileged affordable housing matters, which calls for exclusion of the public from the meeting; and any other matters which are not known at this time but which may subsequently be determined to require its attention at this meeting. The Special Meeting is open to the public, subject to the applicable provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act (N.J.S.A.10:4-6 et seq.). Beginning at 5:30 pm, there will be an opportunity for members of the public to provide public comment, which will be held in the Council Chamber on the first floor at Summit City Hall prior to entry into Closed Session, upon consideration of a Closed Session resolution. This notice is provided in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act. Rosalia M. Licatese, City Clerk
Wed Jul 15, 2026

Common Council

Wed Jul 15, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission reviews site plans and demolition applications

The Commission will review several advisory items including a revised mixed-use building plan for Beechwood Road and residential development at River Road. The agenda also includes demolition permits for properties on Mountain Avenue and Shunpike Road, alongside discussions regarding historic site verification processes.

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CITY OF SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA MEETING DATE: JULY 15, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL, WHITMAN COMMUNITY ROOM ROLL CALL: CAROLINE KING, JAMES BURGMEYER, MIKE DIGERONIMO, MARY MALLOY , JESSICA ROY , SUSAN BRADY , NICK CURIALE, TIM SWOPE, KRISTEN PEKA, BONNIE MORRISON (PLANNING BOARD LIAISON) (COUNCIL LIAISON) ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF JUNE 17, 2026 ADVISORY REVIEWS: Items for Discussion 1.11-15 Beechwood Road: Revised Site Plan dated June 4, 2026, and correspondence dated June 23, 2026. “As a result of the Board of Adjustment hearing on April 20th, 2026… our office has amended the plans previously presented to the Board. The attached plans have been amended to preserve the existing facade along Beechwood Road and the side alley while constructing a new primary structure within the existing envelope.” Revised plans submitted 3/30/2026. HPC Staff Comments 3/26/2026 for Preliminary and final site plans with d6 - variance for height and c - variances to construct mixed use building. The proposed redevelopment includes the demolition of the existing building and the construction of a four-story mixed-use office and retail building. https:// www.summitlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Ashland-Road-to-Beekman-Road- Vol-2.pdf p453-454 1897, Downtown Historic District, National Historic Register. https://dep.nj.gov/wp-content/uploads/hpo/docs/registration/listings/union.pdf p14. The Downtown Historic [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 7, 2026

Common Council

Mon Jul 6, 2026

Zoning Board

Reunión de la Junta de Zonificación de Summit cancelada, trasladada al 23 de septiembre

La audiencia pública del 6 de julio de 2026 fue cancelada debido a problemas técnicos que impidieron la transmisión en vivo. La Junta llevará a cabo una sesión cerrada para asuntos privilegiados entre abogado y cliente, pero no se tomará ninguna acción formal. Todos los puntos del orden del día han sido reprogramados para el 23 de septiembre de 2026.

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JESSICA SANDS LAND USE ASSISTANT DIVISION OF PLANNING & ZONING City Hall 512 Springfield Avenue Summit NJ 07901 Telephone 908 273 - 6407 Fax 908 608 - 1214 [email protected] Issued on July 6, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Summit Zoning Board public hearing previously scheduled and advertised for July 6, 2026, at 7:30 PM has been cancelled due to technical issues which prevent the Board’s ability to live stream as advertised. While the Board will still meet to conduct closed session on attorney client privileged matters, no formal action will be taken at the meeting. All items scheduled for this hearing have been moved to September 23, 2026, without notice. THE CITY OF SUMMIT N E W J E R S E Y ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, July 6, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • 2 Crest Acre Ct, Anthony and Vanessa Ferraro, BL: 1101 L: 12, ZB-26-2328 V. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. 570 Springfield Avenue Prope [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 29, 2026

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación discutirá el reexamen del Plan Maestro y las revisiones de la regulación de desarrollo

La Junta de Planificación llevará a cabo discusiones sobre el Reexamen del Plan Maestro y las revisiones propuestas a la Ordenanza de Regulaciones de Desarrollo y sus directrices. La reunión también incluye una sesión cerrada para la discusión privilegiada entre abogado y cliente sobre dos demandas pendientes que involucran a la Junta y a la Ciudad de Summit. No hay resoluciones ni actas programadas para su protocolización.

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PLANNING BOARD AGENDA Monday, June 29, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Planning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Planning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. NEW BUSINESS • Master Plan Re-Examination Discussion • Development Regulations Ordinance Revisions & Guidelines Discussion V. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • None VI. MINUTES FOR MEMORIALIZATION • None VII. CLOSED SESSION • Attorney-Client Privileged Discussion of Pending Litigation: Tatlock Community Preservation Association v. City of Summit and The Planning Board of The City of Summit Docket No.: UNN-L-4748-25 & UNN-L-3186-25 • Attorney-Client Privileged Discussion of Pending Litigation – Update In the Matter of the Application of the City of Summit, County of Union, State of New Jersey Docket No.: UNN-L-310-25 VIII. ADJOURN NEXT MEETING – Monday, July 27, 2026 ❑ Chairwoman Balson Alvarez, Class IV ❑ Mr. Felmet, Class IV ❑ Mr. Goldin (Alt. 2), Class IV ❑ Vice Chairwoman Hamlet, Class IV ❑ Ms. Morrison, Class I ❑ Mr. Warner, Board Attorney ❑ Ms. Bowen, Class IV ❑ Mr. Sala, Class IV ❑ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 17, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

La expansión de un hotel en 570 Springfield Ave. pasa a la HPC para revisión asesor

La Comisión de Preservación Histórica celebrará revisiones asesoras para cuatro propiedades, incluida una importante expansión hotelera en 570 Springfield Ave. (Albion) con espacio de eventos en la azotea y múltiples variaciones. La Comisión también discute solicitudes de demolición para tres propiedades, incluido el sitio del antiguo Castillo Vanderpoel en 190 River Road, y continúa el trabajo en una ordenanza de prevención de demolición.

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✓ Decidido: Environmental Commission approved April meeting minutes

The Summit Environmental Commission approved its April 2026 minutes and received reports on Earth Day clean-ups, Tiny Forest activities, and recycling updates. No substantive policy decisions or votes were taken; the meeting focused on coordinating upcoming events and sharing progress on ongoing projects.

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CITY OF SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA MEETING DATE: JUNE 17, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL, WHITMAN COMMUNITY ROOM ROLL CALL: CAROLINE KING, JAMES BURGMEYER, MIKE DIGERONIMO, MARY MALLOY , JESSICA ROY , SUSAN BRADY , NICK CURIALE, TIM SWOPE, KRISTEN PEKA, BONNIE MORRISON (PLANNING BOARD LIAISON) (COUNCIL LIAISON) ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF MAY 20, 2026 ADVISORY REVIEWS: Items for Discussion 1.21 Dunnder Drive: (d) variance for FAR and c) - variances for front yard setback, side yard setback, front-facing garage, accessory structure in side yard, patio setback, and AC condenser and generator to construct two-story and one-story additions, new driveway, and new patio. 1947 2.28 Plymouth Road: (d) variance for FAR and (c) - variances for side yard setback, combined side yard setback, lot coverage, and 1 car garage to expand the existing home. 1937 3.21 West End Avenue: Revised Architectural plans dated 5/27/26. 1961. 4.570 Springfield Avenue - Albion: Preliminary and final site plan application with (d) - variances for use, height, and FAR, and (c) - variances for building coverage and lot coverage, among others, for improvements to the existing hotel and event venue, including a rooftop addition for event space, parking & circulation, landscaping, lighting, and signage. https://www.digifind-it.com/IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/Summit/data/ historic_resources/Vol%207%20- %205%20Prospect%20Hill%20Avenue [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

Common Council

Mon Jun 15, 2026

Environmental Commission

La Comisión Ambiental discutirá el proyecto Tiny Forest

La Comisión Ambiental de Summit llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria el 15 de junio de 2026, a las 8 PM en el Whitman Room. La agenda incluye la aprobación de actas, una discusión sobre el proyecto Tiny Forest, actualizaciones sobre subvenciones y la Community Night, e informes de los comités. No hay decisiones vinculantes ni audiencias públicas programadas.

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City of Summit Environmental Commission June 15, 2026 @ 8:00 PM Whitman Room Meeting Agenda 2026 EC meeting dates. All meetings take place at 8 PM in the Whitman Room at City Hall. Meeting dates that are not the (typical) 3rd Monday of the month or a location other than the Whitman Room are noted. There are no meetings in July and August. 9/14 (2nd Monday) 10/19 11/16 12/21 Time Topic Speaker 8:00-8:05 Approval of meeting minutes from May Donna Goggin Patel 8:05-8:15 Tiny Forest Donna Goggin Patel 8:15-8:20 Grants/Community Night Donna Goggin Patel 8:20-8:30 Committee Updates John Kilby/Mimi Zukoff 8:30-8:45 New Business Everyone
Mon Jun 15, 2026

Zoning Board

La Junta de Zonificación considerará cuatro solicitudes de varianza y el nombramiento de un nuevo abogado

La Junta de Zonificación llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre cuatro solicitudes de varianza para ampliaciones residenciales, terrazas, piscinas y expansiones de entradas vehiculares. La junta también votará resoluciones para cancelar los servicios actuales de abogados y nombrar a una nueva firma, así como para protocolizar aprobaciones y extensiones previas en varias propiedades.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, June 15, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • Resolution to Cancel 2026 Zoning Board of Adjustment Attorney Services: Davison, Eastman, Munoz, Paone, P.A • Resolution to Appoint 2026 Zoning Board of Adjustment Attorney Services: King, Moench & Collins LLP • 19 Ridge Road, The Keshava 2012 Trust and The Panduranga 2012 Trust, BL: 2202 L: 4, ZB-25-2286 • 116 Rotary Drive, Mr. and Mrs. McPartland, BL: 5606 L: 21, ZB-26-2327 • Resolution Extending Approval- 503 Springfield Avenue, ZB-21-2079 • Resolution Extending Approval- 28 Druid Hill Road, ZB-22-2175 V. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. David Hellmuth (Application Documents) 211 Kent Place Boulevard (Carried from 6/1/26) BL: 701 L: 40 ZB-25-2319 – (c) – variance for maximum number of stories to construct a 2-story addition, new deck, and pool. 2. Gloria Stahl (DeSantis) (Application Documents) 21 West End Avenue (Carried from 6/1/26) BL: 1504 L: 9 ZB-25-2316 – (c) – variances fo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 4, 2026

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación considerará la prohibición de centros de detención y centros de datos de IA

La Junta de Planificación entrará primero en sesión cerrada para asuntos de personal y litigios pendientes. Durante la reunión pública, la Junta revisará dos ordenanzas propuestas para verificar su coherencia con el Plan Maestro: una que prohíbe las instalaciones de detención y carcelarias, y otra que prohíbe los centros de datos de IA. La Junta también planea aprobar una resolución para designar a una empresa para los servicios de Reexamen del Plan Maestro.

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PLANNING BOARD AGENDA Rescheduled Meeting Thursday, June 4, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Planning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Planning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. CLOSED SESSION • Confidential Personnel Matters – Review Master Plan Reexamination RFQ Submissions • Attorney-Client Privileged Discussion of Pending Litigation: Tatlock Comm. Preservation Assoc. v. City of Summit, et al. Docket No.: UNN-L-3186-25 • Attorney-Client Privileged Discussion of Pending Litigation: Tatlock Community Preservation Association v. City of Summit and The Planning Board of The City of Summit Docket No.: UNN-L- 4748-25 V. NEW BUSINESS • Master Plan Consistency Reviews: o 26-3382 – ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT, COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY, AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY CODE, ENTITLED “DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS,” SUBSECTION 35 -9.2 “PROHIBITED USES” - DETENTION AND CARCERAL FACILITIES o PENDING ORDINANCE ID # 12590 – ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT, COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY, AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY CODE, ENTITLED “D [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 3, 2026

Common Council

Wed Jun 3, 2026

Common Council

Mon Jun 1, 2026

Zoning Board

La Junta analizará el plan de un edificio de uso mixto con variaciones de altura en 11-15 Beechwood Road

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre cinco solicitudes de variación, incluyendo un plan de sitio preliminar y final para un edificio de uso mixto en 11-15 Beechwood Road que requiere variaciones de altura y otras. La junta también formalizará resoluciones para cuatro casos decididos previamente y aprobará las actas de la reunión del 6 de abril de 2026.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, June 1, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. MRY Beechwood 11-15 LLC (Application Documents) 11-15 Beechwood Road (Carried from 4/20/26) BL: 2602 L: 1 ZB-26-2324 – Preliminary and final site plan with (d)(6) – variance for height and (c) – variances to construct mixed use building. 2. Mr. and Mrs. McPartland (Application Documents) 116 Rotary Drive BL: 5606 L: 21 ZB-26-2327 – (c) – variance for side yard setback to construct a 3rd floor addition. 3. Anthony and Vanessa Ferraro (Application Documents) 2 Crest Acre Court (Rescheduled from 5/18/26) BL: 1101 L: 12 ZB-26-2328 – (c) – variances for rear yard setback, lot coverage, and building coverage to construct deck addition above existing patio. 4. David Hellmuth (Application Documents) 211 Kent Place Boulevard (Rescheduled from 5/18/26) BL: 701 L: 40 ZB-25-2319 – (c) – variance for maximum number of stories to construct a 2-story addition, new deck, and pool. 5. Gloria Sta [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 28, 2026

Planning Board

Reunión de la Junta de Planificación de Summit cancelada, reprogramada para el 4 de junio

La reunión de la Junta de Planificación de la Ciudad de Summit programada para el 28 de mayo de 2026 ha sido cancelada debido a la disponibilidad de los miembros de la junta. Todos los puntos han sido reprogramados para el 4 de junio de 2026, a las 7:30 PM en Council Chambers.

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JESSICA SANDS LAND USE ASSISTANT DIVISION OF PLANNING & ZONING City Hall 512 Springfield Avenue Summit NJ 07901 Telephone 908 273 - 6407 Fax 908 608 - 1214 [email protected] Issued on May 20, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Summit Planning Board meeting previously scheduled and advertised for May 28, 2026, at 7:30 PM has been cancelled due to Board Member availability. All items scheduled for this hearing have been rescheduled to Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ. THE CITY OF SUMMIT N E W J E R S E Y
Wed May 20, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

HPC discutirá ordenanza de demolición y planes para 11-15 Beechwood Road

La Comisión de Preservación Histórica revisará seis solicitudes de varianza para alteraciones en propiedades históricas, discutirá tres solicitudes de permisos de demolición y considerará una ordenanza propuesta para minimizar la demolición de edificios históricos designados. La comisión también examinará los planes revisados para un desarrollo de uso mixto de cuatro pisos en 11-15 Beechwood Road, que requeriría la demolición de un edificio existente en el Distrito Histórico del Centro.

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CITY OF SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA MEETING DATE: MAY 20, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: CARTER HOUSE ROLL CALL: CAROLINE KING, JAMES BURGMEYER, MIKE DIGERONIMO, MARY MALLOY , JESSICA ROY , SUSAN BRADY , NICK CURIALE, TIM SWOPE, BONNIE MORRISON (PLANNING BOARD LIAISON) BOB PAWLOWSKI (COUNCIL LIAISON) ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF APRIL 15, 2026 ADVISORY REVIEWS: Items for Discussion 1.31 Hobart Avenue: (c) - variances for lot coverage and circular driveway to install a circular driveway within the front yard. https://www.digifind-it.com/IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/ Summit/data/historic_resources/Vol%204%20- %20%2021%20High%20Street%20to%2029%20Little%20Wolf%20Road.pdf p133 c1850 Key to Hobart Avenue Historic District. House built for George Hartley LeHuray, a banker and member of the New York Stock Exchange, who became one of Summit’s first “suburban commuters” when he moved her in 1850. LeHuray had Nos. 8 and 14 Franklin Place constructed for members of his family. Small 20th C garage w/board and batten siding and cupola. 2.2 Crest Acre Court: (c) - variances for rear yard setback, lot coverage, and building coverage to construct deck addition above existing patio. https://www.digifind-it.com/ IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/Summit/data/historic_resources/Vol%202- %201%20Beechwood%20Avenue%20to%201%20Crestwood%20Lane.pdf p637 c1930 Contributes to North Side Historic District 3.211 Kent Place Boulevard: (c) [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 19, 2026

Common Council

Mon May 18, 2026

Board of Health

La Junta discutirá las tarifas del Farmer's Market y la Clínica WIC

La Junta de Salud de Summit llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria para aprobar actas y facturas, recibir informes del personal y discutir asuntos pendientes, incluyendo las tarifas del Farmer's Market y la Clínica WIC. La reunión incluye comentarios públicos y es mayormente procedimental.

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AGENDA SUMMIT BOARD OF HEALTH REGULAR MEETING Monday, May 18, 2026 7:00 P.M. Summit City Hall (Large Conference Room, 2" Floor) 1. Statement as to compliance with open public meetings act 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes-March 23, 2026 4, Review of Bills — May 2026 5. Public Comments 6. Environmental Health Specialist Report 7. Nurse’s Report 8. Health Officer’s Report 9. Animal Control Report 10. Old Business a. Farmer’s Market fees b. WIC Clinic 11. New Business 12. Adjournment
Mon May 18, 2026

Zoning Board

Reunión de la Junta de Zonificación cancelada; los puntos del orden del día se trasladan al 1 de junio

La reunión de la Junta de Zonificación de Summit programada para el 18 de mayo de 2026 a las 7:30 PM fue cancelada debido a problemas técnicos. Todos los puntos de esa agenda —incluidas tres solicitudes de varianza para Crest Acre Court, Kent Place Boulevard y West End Avenue— han sido trasladados a la reunión del 1 de junio de 2026. No se tomaron decisiones en la sesión cancelada.

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JESSICA SANDS LAND USE ASSISTANT DIVISION OF PLANNING & ZONING City Hall 512 Springfield Avenue Summit NJ 07901 Telephone 908 273 - 6407 Fax 908 608 - 1214 [email protected] Issued on May 18, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Summit Zoning Board meeting previously scheduled and advertised for May 18, 2026, at 7:30 PM has been cancelled due to technical issues. All items scheduled for this hearing have been moved to June 1, 2026 without notice. THE CITY OF SUMMIT N E W J E R S E Y ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, May 18, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Anthony and Vanessa Ferraro (Application Documents) 2 Crest Acre Court BL: 1101 L: 12 ZB-26-2328 – (c) – variances for rear yard setback, lot coverage, and building coverage to construct deck addition above existing patio. 2. David Hellmuth (Application Documents) 211 Kent Place Boulevard BL: 701 L: 40 ZB-25-2319 – (c) – variance for maximum number of stories to construct a 2-story addition, n [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 18, 2026

Environmental Commission

La Comisión Ambiental revisará actas, planificará limpiezas y subvenciones para el Tiny Forest

La Comisión Ambiental de Summit considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión de abril, discutirá los próximos eventos de limpieza y recibirá actualizaciones sobre el proyecto Tiny Forest y las subvenciones relacionadas. También se abordarán las actualizaciones del comité y los asuntos nuevos. La reunión es rutinaria y no hay decisiones importantes ni ordenanzas en la agenda.

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✓ Decidido: Environmental Commission approved April meeting minutes

The Environmental Commission approved the minutes from its April meeting. The meeting consisted primarily of updates and reports on various environmental initiatives including Earth Day clean-up, Tiny Forest reforestation, Sustainable Jersey grants, recycling programs, shade tree committee, and upcoming community events. No substantive policy decisions or votes were taken.

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City of Summit Environmental Commission May 18, 2026 @ 8:00 PM Whitman Room Meeting Agenda 2026 EC meeting dates. All meetings take place at 8 PM in the Whitman Room at City Hall. Meeting dates that are not the (typical) 3rd Monday of the month or a location other than the Whitman Room are noted. 6/15 There are no meetings in July and August. 9/14 (2nd Monday) 10/19 11/16 12/21 Time Topic Speaker 8:00-8:05 Approval of meeting minutes from April Donna Goggin Patel 8:05-8:15 Upcoming Clean-Ups/Events Donna Goggin Patel/ Francie Cho 8:15-8:20 Tiny Forest/Grants Donna Goggin Patel 8:20-8:30 Committee Updates John Kilby/Kathy Head 8:30-8:45 New Business Everyone
Tue May 5, 2026

Common Council

Mon May 4, 2026

Zoning Board

La Junta de Zonificación escucha cuatro solicitudes de varianza, incluyendo 19 Ridge Road

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Summit llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre cuatro solicitudes que buscan varianzas para la cobertura de edificios, altura, cobertura de lotes, perturbación de pendientes pronunciadas y otros retrocesos. La junta también considerará resoluciones para formalizar las aprobaciones de dos solicitudes anteriores y aprobar las actas de la reunión del 16 de marzo de 2026.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, May 4, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. The Keshava 2012 Trust and The Panduranga 2012 Trust (Application Documents) 19 Ridge Road (Carried from 3/16/26) BL: 2202 L: 4 ZB-25-2286 – (c) – variances for building coverage, building height, lot coverage, steep slope disturbance, driveway width, and pool. 2. Natalie and Jay Flamme (Application Documents) 35 Badeau Avenue (Carried from 3/16/26) BL: 2006 L: 1 ZB-25-2288 – (d) – variance for FAR and (c) – variances for lot coverage and building coverage to construct a deck and second story addition. 3. 21 Sterling, LLC (Application Documents) 36 Dale Drive BL: 5605 L: 25 ZB-26-2326 – (c) – variances for steep slope disturbance and front facing garage to construct single family home. 4. Meghana and Rakesh Satpute (Application Documents) 2 Beekman Road BL: 1802 L: 53 ZB-26-2325 - (d) – variance for FAR and (c) – variances for lot coverage, side yard setback, and combined side yard s [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 27, 2026

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación discutirá el reexamen del Plan Maestro y votará sobre la liquidación de un litigio

La Junta de Planificación discutirá el Reexamen del Plan Maestro y considerará un acuerdo de liquidación en el litigio de Broad Street West (Broad Street West Managers I LLC v. City of Summit). También considerarán resoluciones para las propiedades en 791-795 Old Springfield Avenue y 34 Dogwood Drive/22 Hobart Road. Se ha programado una sesión cerrada para la discusión privilegiada entre abogado y cliente sobre el litigio activo.

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PLANNING BOARD AGENDA Monday, April 27, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Planning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Planning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. NEW BUSINESS • Master Plan Reexamination Discussion V. CLOSED SESSION • Attorney-Client Privileged Discussion of Active Litigation: Broad Street West Managers I LLC v. City of Summit, et al. Docket No. UNN-L-2057-25 VI. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • Resolution Authorizing the Execution of the Broad Street West Managers I LLC v. City of Summit, et al. Litigation Settlement Agreement • 791-795 Old Springfield Avenue, Carolyn and Adel Botros, BL: 1606 L: 2 & 3, PB-25-282 • 34 Dogwood Drive and 22 Hobart Road, Summit Grove LLC and Forrest Sounds LLC, BL: 2305 L: 17 & 20, PB-25-283 VII. MINUTES FOR MEMORIALIZATION • February 9, 2026 • March 3, 2026 VIII. ADJOURN NEXT MEETING – Thursday, May 28, 2026 ❑ Chairwoman Balson Alvarez, Class IV ❑ Mr. Felmet, Class IV ❑ Mr. Goldin (Alt. 2), Class IV ❑ Vice Chairwoman Hamlet, Class IV ❑ Ms. Morrison, Class I ❑ Mr. Warner, Board Attorney ❑ Ms. Bowen, Cla [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 21, 2026

Common Council

✓ Decidido: Council votes 5-2 to introduce temporary Maple Street pedestrian closure (hearing May 5)

The Common Council introduced an ordinance (5-2) to temporarily close Maple Street for pedestrian use from June 18 to September 7, 2026, with a public hearing set for May 5. Three other ordinances were unanimously adopted: amending street excavation rules, updating parking regulations on municipal and school property, and reducing speed limits on Orchard Street and Springfield Avenue. The council also approved resolutions authorizing up to $150,000 for Tier Garage rehabilitation engineering, establishing an Affordable Housing Round IV Task Force, and executing settlement agreements.

Tue Apr 21, 2026

Common Council

Mon Apr 20, 2026

Environmental Commission

La Comisión Ambiental discutirá las subvenciones de Tiny Forest y el resumen del Día de la Tierra

La Comisión Ambiental de Summit llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria para aprobar las actas de marzo, resumir la limpieza del Día de la Tierra y discutir las subvenciones de Tiny Forest. También se abordarán actualizaciones del comité y asuntos nuevos. La reunión es principalmente un seguimiento rutinario de las iniciativas ambientales en curso.

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✓ Decidido: Environmental Commission approves minutes, hears reports on Earth Day and recycling

The Summit Environmental Commission approved the March minutes and received updates on the successful Earth Day Clean-Up, Tiny Forest maintenance, a $10K Sustainable Jersey grant application, recycling programs, and shade tree activities. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

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City of Summit Environmental Commission April 20, 2026 @ 8:00 PM Whitman Room Meeting Agenda 2026 EC meeting dates. All meetings take place at 8 PM in the Whitman Room at City Hall. Meeting dates that are not the (typical) 3rd Monday of the month or a location other than the Whitman Room are noted. 5/18 6/15 There are no meetings in July and August. 9/14 (2nd Monday) 10/19 11/16 12/21 Time Topic Speaker 8:00-8:05 Approval of meeting minutes from March Donna Goggin Patel 8:05-8:15 Earth Day Clean-Up Recap Helen Campanha 8:15-8:20 Tiny Forest/Grants Donna Goggin Patel 8:20-8:30 Committee Updates John Kilby/Mimi Zukoff 8:30-8:45 New Business Everyone
Mon Apr 20, 2026

Zoning Board

El Consejo de Zonificación escuchará el plan de edificio de uso mixto en 11-15 Beechwood Road

El Consejo de Zonificación celebrará una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud de plan preliminar y final del sitio con variaciones de altura y otras para construir un edificio de uso mixto en 11-15 Beechwood Road. El consejo también votará sobre resoluciones para conmemorar dos solicitudes previamente escuchadas: un proyecto en 55 Tulip Street y otro en 46 Colt Road.

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✓ Decidido: Zoning board continues Beechwood Road mixed-use hearing to June 1

The Summit Zoning Board held a public hearing for a mixed-use building at 11-15 Beechwood Road but did not vote on the application. The board unanimously carried the hearing to June 1 without further notice and waived its time to act. The board also memorialized resolutions for two prior cases: 55 Tulip Street and 46 Colt Road.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, April 20, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. MRY Beechwood 11-15 LLC (Application Documents) 11-15 Beechwood Road BL: 2602 L: 1 ZB-26-2324 – Preliminary and final site plan with (d)(6) – variance for height and (c) – variances to construct mixed use building. V. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • 55 Tulip Street, Eric and Tracy Stabler, BL: 3201 L: 4, ZB-25-2320 • 46 Colt Road, Robert and Emily Kennedy, BL: 5203 L: 38, ZB-25-2318 VI. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL • None VII. ADJOURN NEXT MEETING – Monday, May 4, 2026 ❑ Chairman Loikits ❑ Vice Chair Zahn ❑ Mr. Curran ❑ Mr. Ucko ❑ Ms. Chieffo (Alt.1) ❑ Mr. Fehskens (Alt. 2) ❑ Mr. Ball, Board Attorney ❑ Ms. Sands, Board Secretary ❑ Mr. Maleh ❑ Mr. Cianciulli (Alt. 3) ❑ Mr. Mollin ❑ Mr. Bell (Alt. 4) ❑ Mr. Nelson
Wed Apr 15, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

La Comisión revisará la demolición de la histórica iglesia Mt Olive y el proyecto de 11-15 Beechwood

La Comisión de Preservación Histórica discutirá revisiones consultivas para 11-15 Beechwood Road (edificio de uso mixto de cuatro pisos en el Distrito Histórico del Centro) y 36 Dale Drive (nueva casa unifamiliar). Los asuntos nuevos incluyen solicitudes de permisos de demolición para 17 Londonderry Way, 217 Morris Avenue (iglesia Mt Olive, una estructura contribuyente en el Distrito Histórico del Área de Morris Avenue), y 45 Prospect Hill Avenue. Los asuntos pendientes cubren una ordenanza para minimizar la demolición de monumentos históricos designados, y la comisión también considerará las actas del 18 de marzo de 2026.

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✓ Decidido: Historic Preservation Commission unanimously ratified Beechwood Road mixed-use redevelopment

The commission approved the March 18, 2026 meeting minutes. It unanimously ratified the revised plans and variances for the Beechwood Road, Dale Drive, West End Avenue, and Ridge Road projects. No decisions were made on the demolition applications; the meeting was then adjourned.

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CITY OF SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA MEETING DATE: APRIL 15, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL, WHITMAN COMMUNITY ROOM (SECOND FLOOR) ROLL CALL: CAROLINE KING, JAMES BURGMEYER, MIKE DIGERONIMO, MARY MALLOY , JESSICA ROY , SUSAN BRADY , NICK CURIALE, TIM SWOPE, BONNIE MORRISON (PLANNING BOARD LIAISON) BOB PAWLOWSKI (COUNCIL LIAISON) ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF MARCH 18, 2026 ADVISORY REVIEWS: Items for Discussion 1.11-15 Beechwood Road: Revised plans submitted 3/30/2026. HPC Staff Comments 3/26/2026 for Preliminary and final site plans with d6 - variance for height and c - variances to construct mixed use building. The proposed redevelopment includes the demolition of the existing building and the construction of a four-story mixed-use office and retail building. https://www.summitlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Ashland-Road-to- Beekman-Road-Vol-2.pdf p453-454 1897, Downtown Historic District, National Historic Register. https://dep.nj.gov/wp-content/uploads/hpo/docs/registration/listings/ union.pdf p14. The Downtown Historic District is included in the List of Individual Historic Landmarks and Historic Districts of the City of Summit Ordinance. https://ecode360.com/ SU4097/laws/LF2492963.pdf. National Register of Historic Places Registration Form https://cityofsummit.org/DocumentCenter/View/515/Summit-Downtown-Historic-District- Information-PDF (PDF p10) 2.36 Dale Drive: Revised architectural plans [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 7, 2026

Common Council

✓ Decidido: Council unanimously approved the 2026 municipal, parking and sewer budgets

The Common Council approved the 2026 Municipal, Parking and Sewer Operating Budgets and the 2026 Special Improvement District Budget, both by unanimous vote. Four ordinances were introduced for first reading – street excavation rules, increased parking fees, reduced speed limits on Orchard Street, and related traffic regulations – each adopted unanimously. A consent agenda covering multiple authorizations, contracts and appointments was also approved unanimously.

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Common Council of the City of Summit Page 1 April 7, 2026 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026 COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT Distributed: 4/18/26 Approved: 4/21/26 The meeting was called to order by Council President Claire Toth at 7:30 PM. The City Clerk then read the following notice: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by the City Clerk in the preparation of the Council Annual Meeting Notice of Closed Session and Regular Meetings, dated December 17, 2025 which set forth the date, time, and place of this meeting and by properly posting such notice and forwarding the notice to those designated newspapers and the persons requesting meeting notices. Please be further advised that the FIRE EXITS are to my RIGHT your left, and at the BACK OF THE ROOM. Please be further advised that the City has an Assistive Listening System for the hearing impaired. We have three (3) assistive hearing devices. If anyone needs them, please raise your hand and the device will be brought to you. Please return them to the City Clerk or leave them with the Police Dispatcher.” CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Boyer, Crisafulli, Kalmanson, Landman, Lasaracina, Pawlowski and Council President Toth ABSENT: A. Schrager, Director of the Division of Engineering & Public Works Also in attendance were Mayor Fagan and staff members Tammie Baldwin, City Administrator/ Chief Financial Officer; Rosemary Licatese, City Clerk; Rya [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 7, 2026

Common Council

Mon Apr 6, 2026

Zoning Board

Zoning Board will hear multiple residential variance applications

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance requests. Applications include a conditional use and several D‑type variances for Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation at 695 Springfield Avenue, a steep‑slope variance for DNT Holdings at 52 Huntley Road, multiple coverage and setback variances for Ankur Maniar at 16 Shadyside Avenue, and FAR and yard‑setback variances for Von Haarlem LLC at 31 Miele Place. The board will also approve minutes from the February 18 and March 2, 2026 meetings.

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✓ Decidido: Zoning Board denies Beacon Unitarian worship project after approving solar canopy variances

The Board approved both a (d)(1) and a (c)(2) variance for solar canopies at 695 Springfield Avenue by unanimous vote. It then denied the overall application for the Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation’s house of worship. The Board also unanimously approved three other variance applications—DNT Holdings at 52 Huntley Road, Ankur Maniar at 16 Shadyside Avenue, and Von Haarlem LLC at 31 Miele Place—with conditions.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, April 6, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Summit (Application Documents) 695 Springfield Avenue (Carried from 3/2/26) BL: 1702 L: 47 ZB-24-2237- Preliminary and final site plan approval, conditional use, D1 variance for installation of freestanding solar panels in parking area; D3 variance for deviations from standards of conditional use: lot size less than 2 acres, font yard less than 50 feet, side yard setback/ buffer less than 50 feet, lot coverage exceeding 40 percent, building coverage exceeding 15 percent, parking setback less than 20 ft, rear yard buffer less than twenty percent of lot depth. C variances for number of onsite parking spaces, front and side yard setbacks and buffers, rear yard buffers, and size of a monument sign identifying church. 2. DNT Holdings Group LLC/Nicky Taveras (Application Documents) 52 Huntley Road BL: 3601 L: 6 ZB-25-2317 – (c) – variance for steep slope disturbance to cons [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING MINUTES April 6, 2026 The April 6, 2026 meeting of the City of Summit Zoning Board was opened at 7:30pm. [PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE [ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT Attendees were informed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-10 that adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by publication in the City’s officially designated newspapers and by posting at City Hall. [ROLL CALL Jessica Sands, Board Secretary called the roll: PRESENT: Vice Chair Zahn, Mr. Ucko, Mr. Maleh, Mr. Mollin, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Curran, Ms. Chieffo, Mr. Fehskens, Mr. Cianciulli, Chairman Loikits ABSENT: Mr. Bell Also in attendance were Andy Ball, Board Attorney; Carl O’Brien substituting for Marie Raffay, Board Engineer; Ed Snieckus, Board Planner, and Jessica Sands, Board Secretary. | PUBLIC HEARING Application: ZB-24-2237, Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 695 Springfield Avenue, BL: 1702, L: 47 The applicant is requesting preliminary and final site plan approval with use variance, conditional use variance, and bulk variance relief associated with the construction of a house of worship and Sreestanding solar canopies. Mr. Robert Simon of Herold Law, on behalf of 40+ residents that live in the surrounding area to the subject site who are objectors to the application, provided closing remarks to the Board for the opposition case. Mr. Roger Mehner of Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, on behalf of the applicant, provided closing remarks [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 23, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to consider site plans and subdivision applications

The Summit Planning Board will consider adopting new bylaws, committee liaison appointments, and two site plan applications. The board will also discuss a minor subdivision and memorize resolutions regarding property extensions.

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PLANNING BOARD AGENDA Monday, March 23, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Planning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Planning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. NEW BUSINESS • Adopt Bylaws (2026) • Committee Liaison Appointments V. APPLICATIONS 1. Carolyn and Adel Botros (Application Documents) 791-795 Old Springfield Avenue (Carried from 3/3/26) BL: 1606 L: 2 & 3 PB-25-282: Major preliminary and final site plan application with (c) - bulk variances for building coverage, building size, light spillage, loading space buffer, loading space size, light pole height, roof pitch, and steep slope disturbance to construct mixed use structure. 2. Summit Grove LLC and Forrest Sounds LLC (Application Documents) 34 Dogwood Drive and 22 Hobart Road BL: 2305 L: 17 & 20 PB-25-283: Minor subdivision to relocate lot lines among the 2 lots. VI. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • 268-270 Ashland Road, Linden Place RTR LLC, a NJ Limited Liability Company and Stephen J. Gianis, BL: 5303 L: 2, PB-25-281 • Resolution of Extension- 4 Parkview Terrace, Michael and Susan Balogh, BL: [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 23, 2026

Common Council

No substantive agenda items listed for the special council meeting

The agenda for the March 23, 2026 special council meeting in Summit, New Jersey consists only of references to the agenda documents (DOCX and PDF). No specific resolutions, contracts, or public hearings are listed. Therefore, the meeting appears to contain only procedural items.

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✓ Decidido: Council approved resolution to hold a closed session on firehouse sale

The Common Council approved resolution 41987 authorizing a closed executive session to discuss the sale of the old firehouse property. The motion was moved by Councilmember Pawlowski, seconded by Councilmember Lasaracina, and passed unanimously by all members present. Afterward, the public portion of the meeting was adjourned at 5:15 p.m.

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March 23, 2026 Special Council Meeting Agenda 03-23-26 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA.DOCX March 23, 2026 Special Council Meeting Agenda Packet 03-23-26 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA PACKET.PDF 1. Documents: 1.I. Documents:
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Common Council of the City of Summit Page 1 March 23, 2026 MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 2026 COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT Distributed: 4/2/26 Approved: 4/7/26 The meeting was called to order by Council President Pro Tempore Michelle Kalmanson at 5:05 PM. The City Clerk then read the following notice: Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by the City Clerk’s Office in the preparation of the Council Special Meeting Notice, dated March 20, 2026, which was properly distributed and posted per statutory requirements. Please be further advised that the FIRE EXITS are to my RIGHT your left, and at the BACK OF THE ROOM. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Boyer, Crisafulli, Landman, Lasaracina (arrived 5:10), Pawlowski and Council President Pro Tem Kalmanson ABSENT: Council President Toth Also in attendance were Mayor Fagan and staff members Tammie Baldwin, City Administrator/ Chief Financial Officer; Rosemary Licatese, City Clerk; and Marina Brown, Esq., Acting City Solicitor The meeting was not recorded. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMENTS No one from the public came forward to speak. LAW & LABOR 41987 Authorize Closed Session Meeting Don Nelson, Plain Street, questioned the purpose of the resolution. In response the City Clerk explained that the resolution authorizes the governing body to go into Closed Executive Session to discuss the old firehouse property sale. Acting City Solicitor Mar [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 23, 2026

Board of Health

Board will consider licensing and farmer’s market fee changes

The Summit Board of Health will hold its regular meeting on March 23, 2026, reviewing prior minutes, bills, and reports from health officials. The board will discuss old business and consider new business items, specifically potential adjustments to licensing fees and farmer’s market fees. A public comments period will also be provided.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved minutes, $20,749.54 bill list and adjourned meeting

The Board unanimously approved the February 9, 2026 meeting minutes. They also approved the bill list totaling $20,749.54, with all members voting aye. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

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9. AGENDA SUMMIT BOARD OF HEALTH REGULAR MEETING Monday, March 23, 2026 7:00 P.M. Summit City Hall (Large Conference Room, 2" Floor) Statement as to compliance with open public meetings act Roll Call Approval of Minutes-February 9, 2026 Review of Bills — March 2026 Public Comments Environmental Health Specialist Report Nurse’s Report Health Officer’s Report Animal Control Report 10. Old Business 11. New Business a. Licensing fees b. Farmer’s Market fees 12. Adjournment
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MINUTES REGULAR MEETING of the SUMMIT BOARD OF HEALTH Monday Evening — March 23, 2026 7:00 P.M. Summit City Hall Large Conference Room, 2" Floor The Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Ms. Gayle Mauro, Board Secretary. Ms. Mauro read the following Meeting Notice: “Adequate notice of this Meeting has been provided by the Secretary of the Board of Health by the preparation of the Annual Notice of Meeting Dates which set forth the date, time and place of this Meeting and by properly posting such notice and forwarding the notice to those designated newspapers and the persons requesting Meeting notices.” PRESENT ON ROLL CALL: Ms. Amitha Kumar; Dr. Mark Krell; Mr. David Silk; and Dr. Jill Rathyen. ALSO PRESENT: Megan Avallone, Health Officer; N. Gayle Mauro, Registrar/Board Secretary; Samantha Sanchez, Deputy Registrar/Assistant Board of Health Secretary; Bridget Colendenski, PHN; and Michelle Kalmanson, Liaison. ABSENT ON ROLL CALL: Ms. Laura Lameo; Ms. Dorrie Gagnon; and Ms. Milissa Aronson. APPROVAL OF MINUTES—February 9, 2026—Dr. Rathyen made a motion to approve the Minutes, seconded by Mr. Silk, and unanimously approved by all members present. REVIEW OF BILLS—March 2026—Mr. Silk made a motion to approve the bill list totaling $20,749.54, seconded by Dr. Rathyen. Roll call vote taken: Ms, Kumar—Aye; Dr. Krell—Aye; Mr. Silk—Aye; and Dr. Rathyen—Aye. PUBLIC COMMENTS — None. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST REPORTS—Report reviewed by Megan Avallone, Health Officer. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 18, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Review of variances for 11-15 Beechwood Rd mixed-use redevelopment

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider advisory reviews of several variance applications affecting historic properties, including lot line changes, floor‑area‑ratio and setback adjustments, and a proposed four‑story mixed‑use building that would replace the existing structure at 11‑15 Beechwood Road. New business includes the presentation of HPC awards and a historic plaque. Old business revisits a draft ordinance aimed at limiting demolition of designated historic resources.

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✓ Decidido: Commission approved review of demolition for 11‑15 Beechwood Road historic building

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved several variance applications for properties on Dogwood Drive, Miele Place, Shadyside Avenue, Beekman Road, and Dale Drive. It also ratified the submission reviewing the proposed demolition and mixed‑use redevelopment of the historic 11‑15 Beechwood Road building, while recommending preservation alternatives. The commission accepted the February 18, 2026 meeting minutes and presented historic stewardship awards to several restored homes.

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CITY OF SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA MEETING DATE: MARCH 18, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL, WHITMAN COMMUNITY ROOM (SECOND FLOOR) ROLL CALL: CAROLINE KING, JAMES BURGMEYER, MIKE DIGERONIMO, MARY MALLOY , JESSICA ROY , SUSAN BRADY , NICK CURIALE, TIM SWOPE, BONNIE MORRISON (PLANNING BOARD) BOB PAWLOWSKI (COUNCIL LIAISON) ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF FEBRUARY 18, 2026 ADVISORY REVIEWS: Items for Discussion 1.34 Dogwood Drive/22 Hobart Road: Minor subdivision to relocate lot lines among 2 lots. 34 Dogwood Drive https://www.digifind-it.com/IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/Summit/ data/historic_resources/Vol%203%20- %202%20DeBary%20Place%20to%2026%20Henry%20Street.pdf p137 c1935 Tudor Revival Contributes to North Side Historic District. 22 Hobart Rd https://www.digifind- it.com/IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/Summit/data/historic_resources/Vol%204%20- %20%2021%20High%20Street%20to%2029%20Little%20Wolf%20Road.pdf p229 c1960 Modern non-contributing North Side demolished 1990. c1991. sold in 2025. 2.31 Miele Place: (d) - variance for FAR and (c) - variances for side yard setback, combined side yard setback, and front yard setback to construct two story addition, new driveway, and rear patio. c1953. 3.16 Shadyside Avenue: (c) - variances including lot coverage, building coverage, max building height, front yard setback, basement window well setback, and A.C. unit setback to construct deck, 1 car garage, and 2nd [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MEETING DATE: MARCH 18, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL, WHITMAN COMMUNITY ROOM (SECOND FLOOR) PRESENT: CAROLINE KING, JAMES BURGMEYER, MIKE DIGERONIMO, MARY MALLOY , JESSICA ROY , SUSAN BRADY , NICK CURIALE, BONNIE MORRISON, JENNIFER BALSOM ABSENT: TIM SWOPE, BOB PAWLOWSKI ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF FEBRUARY 18, 2026 J Burgmeyer moved to ratify submission; N Curiale seconded. The motion carried unanimously. ADVISORY REVIEWS: Items for Discussion 1.34 Dogwood Drive/22 Hobart Road: Minor subdivision to relocate lot lines among 2 lots. 34 Dogwood Drive https://www.digifind-it.com/IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/Summit/ data/historic_resources/Vol%203%20- %202%20DeBary%20Place%20to%2026%20Henry%20Street.pdf p137 c1935 Tudor Revival Contributes to North Side Historic District. 22 Hobart Rd https://www.digifind- it.com/IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/Summit/data/historic_resources/Vol%204%20- %20%2021%20High%20Street%20to%2029%20Little%20Wolf%20Road.pdf p229 c1960 Modern non-contributing North Side demolished 1990. c1991. sold in 2025. 34 Dogwood Drive, a c1935 Tudor Revival, contributes to the North Side Historic District. Though located in the North Side Historic District, 22 Hobart Road is non-contributing. Per the application the lot lines are shifted to balance the size of the lots; there is no proposed construction. As there are no proposed changes to the houses, the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 17, 2026

Common Council

No substantive items listed for March 17 Common Council meeting

The provided agenda contains no specific discussion items, proposals, or decisions. It consists of procedural placeholders and document links.

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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously adopts ordinance creating a CAP Bank

The Summit Common Council adopted three ordinances unanimously: a traffic restriction on Beekman Road, an increase in the daily parking rate for Park & Rail Lot #14, and the establishment of a CAP Bank that exceeds municipal budget limits. The council also approved a series of resolutions covering emergency appropriations, cooperative pricing renewal, homeless services funding, and a leave of absence, all with unanimous support.

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March 17, 2026 Common Council Meeting Agenda Only MARCH 17, 2026 AGENDA ONLY.PDF March 17, 2026 Common Council Meeting Agenda Packet MARCH 17, 2026 AGENDA PACKET.PDF 1. 7:30 P.M. Documents: 2. 7:30 P.M. Documents:
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Common Council of the City of Summit Page 1 March 17, 2026 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026 COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT Distributed: 4/2/26 Approved: 4/7/26 The meeting was called to order by Council President Claire Toth at 7:30 PM. The City Clerk then read the following notice: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by the City Clerk in the preparation of the Council Annual Meeting Notice of Closed Session and Regular Meetings, dated December 17, 2025 which set forth the date, time, and place of this meeting and by properly posting such notice and forwarding the notice to those designated newspapers and the persons requesting meeting notices. Please be further advised that the FIRE EXITS are to my RIGHT your left, and at the BACK OF THE ROOM. Please be further advised that the City has an Assistive Listening System for the hearing impaired. We have three (3) assistive hearing devices. If anyone needs them, please raise your hand and the device will be brought to you. Please return them to the City Clerk or leave them with the Police Dispatcher.” CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Boyer, Crisafulli, Kalmanson, Landman, Lasaracina and Council President Toth ABSENT: Councilmember Pawlowski Also in attendance were Mayor Fagan and staff members Tammie Baldwin, City Administrator/ Chief Financial Officer; Rosemary Licatese, City Clerk; Aaron Schrager, Director of DCS Division of Engineering & Public Works, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 16, 2026

Environmental Commission

Commission will discuss the upcoming Earth Day Clean‑Up event

The commission will first approve the February meeting minutes. It will then discuss plans for an Earth Day clean‑up and consider grant opportunities for a Tiny Forest project. Committee updates will be presented, and any new business will be addressed.

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✓ Decidido: Commission approved the 2026‑2030 Community Forestry Management Program

The commission approved the February 2026 minutes and adopted the Community Forestry Management Program for 2026‑2030. It set the Arbor Day celebration for April 24, 2026 at Brayton School and established the Summit Free Market schedule for 2026. The annual City‑wide Earth Day Clean‑Up was scheduled for April 18, 2026 (rain date April 19) and a demolition plan for unused Park Line train bridges was outlined.

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City of Summit Environmental Commission March 16, 2026 @ 8:00 PM Whitman Room Meeting Agenda 2026 EC meeting dates. All meetings take place at 8 PM in the Whitman Room at City Hall. Meeting dates that are not the (typical) 3rd Monday of the month or a location other than the Whitman Room are noted. 4/20 5/18 6/15 There are no meetings in July and August. 9/14 (2nd Monday) 10/19 11/16 12/21 Time Topic Speaker 8:00-8:05 Approval of meeting minutes from February Donna Goggin Patel 8:05-8:15 Earth Day Clean-Up Helen Campanha 8:15-8:20 Tiny Forest/Grants Donna Goggin Patel 8:20-8:30 Committee Updates John Kilby/Mimi Zukoff 8:30-8:45 New Business Everyone
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City of Summit Environmental Commission Minutes, March 16, 2026 Participating: Donna Goggin Patel, Helen Campanha, Francie Cho, Jeff Hankinson, John Kilby, Sid Oberoi, Mimi Zukoff Council Liaison: Dan Crisafulli Guests: Yuki Bofinger, Wally Gonzalez, Kathy Head, Ingrid Witty Donna Goggin Patel called the meeting to order at 8:02 PM. The Feb. minutes were approved. Earth Day Clean-Up: Donna Goggin Patel The 2026 Annual City-Wide Earth Day Clean-Up will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, with the rain date of April 19. Groups are welcome to email [email protected] to be assigned a site. To date we have heard from the following groups: the Summit Garden Club, the Summit Area YMCA, the PEP Program, the Summit Democrats, the Summit Republicans, Cub Scout Pack 301, two local companies (Suburban Demolition and CSL Seqirus (who may prefer a separate weekday opportunity)) and a group of middle school students from Kent Place School. Ingrid Witty from DCS also requested that we include a watershed-based event in the Earth Day Clean-Up to help Summit earn 3 points towards its Tier A activities, and the flyer was revised to reflect this partnership. Donna secured the help of a local Watershed Ambassador, Jason Peralta from WMA5. Suburban Demolition may also be able to assist with the stream clean-up piece. Ingrid, Donna, and Helen will walk the sites to determine the best site for the Watershed Ambassador. The Great Swamp Watershed Association is also planning a clean- [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 16, 2026

Zoning Board

Board will hold public hearings on variance applications for four properties

The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear public comments on variance requests for 19 Ridge Road, 55 Tulip Street, 35 Badeau Avenue, and 46 Colt Road. Each application seeks changes such as building coverage, height, lot coverage, FAR, and additions. The board will also consider resolutions to memorialize 71 Hill Crest Avenue and 32 Lenox Road, and will approve the January 8, 2026 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved two variance applications with conditions

The Summit Zoning Board unanimously approved variance applications for 55 Tulip Street (Stabler) and 46 Colt Road (Kennedy) with conditions. Motions were also passed to carry the applications for 19 Ridge Road and 35 Badeau Avenue to May 4, 2026 without further notice. The meeting was adjourned at 8:41 p.m.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, March 16, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. The Keshava 2012 Trust and The Panduranga 2012 Trust (Application Documents) 19 Ridge Road (Carried from 2/2/26) BL: 2202 L: 4 ZB-25-2286 – (c) – variances for building coverage, building height, lot coverage, steep slope disturbance, driveway width, and pool. 2. Eric and Tracy Stabler (Application Documents) 55 Tulip Street BL: 3201 L: 4 ZB-25-2320 – (d) – variance for FAR to add a dormer addition at attic level. 3. Natalie and Jay Flamme (Application Documents) 35 Badeau Avenue BL: 2006 L: 1 ZB-25-2288 – (d) – variance for FAR and (c) – variances for lot coverage and building coverage to construct a deck and second story addition. 4. Robert and Emily Kennedy (Application Documents) 46 Colt Road BL: 5203 L: 38 ZB-25-2318 – (d) – variance for FAR and (c) – variances for building height and lot coverage to construct second story addition. V. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • 71 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING MINUTES March 16, 2026 The March 16, 2026 meeting of the City of Summit Zoning Board was opened at 7:30pm [PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE [ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT Attendees were informed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-10 that adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by publication in the City’s officially designated newspapers and by posting at City Hall. [ROLL CALL Jessica Sands, Board Secretary called the roll: PRESENT: Mr. Ucko, Mr. Mollin, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Curran, Ms. Chieffo, Mr. Cianciulli, Chairman Loikits ABSENT: Vice Chair Zahn, Mr. Maleh, Mr. Fehskens, Mr. Bell Also in attendance were Andy Ball, Board Attorney; Marie Raffay, Board Engineer, Ed Snieckus, Board Planner, and Jessica Sands, Board Secretary. | PUBLIC HEARING Application: ZB-25-2286, The Keshava 2012 Trust and The Panduranga 2012 Trust, 19 Ridge Road, BL: 2202, L:4 The applicants are requesting (c) - variance relief for building coverage, building height, lot coverage, steep slope disturbance, driveway width. and pool. Mr. James Webber of Alfonso and Webber, LLC, Attorney for the applicant, requested the application to be carried. No testimony was heard regarding this application. A motion to carry this application to May 4, 2026, without further notice and waiving the Board’s time to act, was made by Ms. Chieffo and was seconded by Mr. Nelson MOVER: Ms. Chieffo SECONDER: Mr. Nelson AYES: Mr. Ucko, Mr. Mollin, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Curran, Ms. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 3, 2026

Common Council

Tue Mar 3, 2026

Planning Board

Board will adopt the amended Housing Element and Fairshare Plan for 2025‑2035.

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to adopt the amended Housing Element and Fairshare Plan (Affordable Housing Round IV) for 2025‑2035. Several ordinances will be considered to modify overlay zones and create new affordable‑housing zones, increasing set‑aside requirements to 20%. An application for a mixed‑use project with bulk variances at 791‑795 Old Springfield Avenue will also be reviewed.

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PLANNING BOARD AGENDA Special Emergency Meeting Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:00 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Planning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Planning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. OATHS OF OFFICE • John Staunton, Alt. I, Class IV IV. ROLL CALL V. NEW BUSINESS (Public Hearing) • Adoption of amended HEFSP o March 3, 2026, Affordable Housing Round IV, Amended Housing Element and Fairshare Plan 2025-2035 VI. NEW BUSINESS • Various Master Plan Consistency Reviews: o 26-3368 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT, COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY, REPEALING CHAPTER 8, AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN ITS ENTIRETY AND REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 35, PART IV, ARTICLE XVII - XIX, AFFORDABLE HOUSING o 26-3369 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT, COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY, AMENDING CHAPTER 35, DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, BY AMENDING THE EXISTING OL -1 AND OL -4 OVERLAY ZONES, CREATING NEW OL -2A AND OL -2B OVERLAY ZONES TO REPLACE THE EXISTING OL -2 ZONE AND AMENDING OVERLAY ZONES OL -1 THROUGH OL -6 TO INCREASE THE REQUIRED MINIMUM AFFORDABLE HOUSING SET -ASIDES TO 20% TO ADDRESS A PORTION OF TH [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 3, 2026

Common Council

Summit Common Council to meet March 3, 2026

The agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate. The council will consider a resolution to declare a vacancy.

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March 3, 2026 Summit Common Council Meeting Agenda 03-03-2026 COUNCIL AGENDA PACKETF.PDF Addendum - Resolution - Declare Vacancy ADDED RES FROM THE FLOOR 3-3-26 FINANCE COMMITTEE.PDF March 3, 2026 Summit Common Council Meeting Agenda 03-03-2026 COUNCIL AGENDA.PDF 1. Documents: 1.I. 7:30 PM Documents: 1.II. Documents:
Mon Mar 2, 2026

Zoning Board

Zoning Board to consider solar panel variance for Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation

The Summit Zoning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a preliminary and final site plan approval and multiple variances for the Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation at 695 Springfield Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and consider resolutions for memorization.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved carrying ZB-24-2237 application to April 6, 2026

The Summit Zoning Board voted to carry the Beacon Unitarian Universalist Church application (ZB-24-2237) to April 6, 2026 without further notice, waiving the board’s time to act. The motion was made by Mr. Ucko, seconded by Mr. Nelson, and passed with votes from Vice Chair Zahn, Mr. Ucko, Mr. Mollin, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Curran, and Mr. Cianciulli. The board also adjourned the meeting after a motion by Mr. Mollin was seconded by Mr. Curran and faced no opposition.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, March 2, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Summit (Application Documents) 695 Springfield Avenue (Carried from 1/21/26) BL: 1702 L: 47 ZB-24-2237- Preliminary and final site plan approval, conditional use, D1 variance for installation of freestanding solar panels in parking area; D3 variance for deviations from standards of conditional use: lot size less than 2 acres, font yard less than 50 feet, side yard setback/ buffer less than 50 feet, lot coverage exceeding 40 percent, building coverage exceeding 15 percent, parking setback less than 20 ft, rear yard buffer less than twenty percent of lot depth. C variances for number of onsite parking spaces, front and side yard setbacks and buffers, rear yard buffers, and size of a monument sign identifying church. V. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • 45 Prospect Hill Avenue, Richard and Stephanie Gelband, BL: 3501 L: 28, ZB-25-2303 • 19 Ox Bow Lan [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING MINUTES March 2, 2026 The March 2, 2026 meeting of the City of Summit Zoning Board was opened at 7:30pm. [PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE [ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT ] Attendees were informed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-10 that adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by publication in the City’s officially designated newspapers and by posting at City Hall. [ROLL CALL ] Jessica Sands, Board Secretary called the roll: PRESENT: Vice Chair Zahn, Mr. Ucko, Mr. Mollin, Mr. Nelson, Mr, Curran, Mr. Cianciulli, Mr. Bell ABSENT: Mr. Maleh, Ms. Chieffo, Mr. Fehskens, Chairman Loikits Also in attendance were Andy Ball, Board Attorney; Marie Raffay, Board Engineer; Joe Burgis substituting for Ed Snieckus, Board Planner; and Jessica Sands, Board Secretary. | PUBLIC HEARING Application: ZB-24-2237, Beacon Unitarian Universalist Church, 695 Springfield Avenue, BL: 1702, L: 47 (Carried from 1/21/26) The applicant is requesting Preliminary and final site plan approval. conditional use, D1 variance for installation of freestanding solar panels in parking area; D3 variance for deviations from standards of conditional use: lot size less than 2 acres, font yard less than 50 feet, side yard setback’ buffer less than 50 Jeet. lot coverage exceeding 40 percent, building coverage exceeding 15 percent, parking setback less than 20 fi, rear yard buffer less than twenty percent of lot depth. C variances for number of onsite parking spaces, Sr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 23, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board meeting cancelled; agenda items moved to March 3 emergency meeting

The Summit Planning Board’s February 23 meeting was cancelled because of snowstorms and a state of emergency. All agenda items, including a public hearing on the amended Housing Element and Fairshare Plan and several affordable‑housing ordinance revisions, have been postponed to a special emergency meeting on March 3 at 5 p.m. The board will consider the listed ordinances and applications at that time.

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JESSICA SANDS LAND USE ASSISTANT DIVISION OF PLANNING & ZONING City Hall 512 Springfield Avenue Summit NJ 07901 Telephone 908 273 - 6407 Fax 908 608 - 1214 [email protected] Issued on February 23, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Summit Planning Board meeting previously scheduled and advertised for February 23, 2026, at 7:30 PM at Council Chambers, 512 Springfield Avenue, has been cancelled due to snowstorms throughout the state and the ongoing state of emergency. All items scheduled for this hearing have been moved to a Special Emergency Meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM at Council Chambers, 512 Springfield Avenue. THE CITY OF SUMMIT N E W J E R S E Y PLANNING BOARD AGENDA Monday, February 23, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Planning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Planning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. OATHS OF OFFICE • John Staunton, Alt. I, Class IV IV. ROLL CALL V. NEW BUSINESS (Public Hearing) • Adoption of amended HEFSP o February 23, 2026 , Affordable Housing Round IV, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 23, 2026

Environmental Commission

Environmental Commission to discuss Earth Day clean-up and tiny forest grants

The Environmental Commission will meet to coordinate an Earth Day clean-up and discuss tiny forest grants. The body will also receive committee updates and address new business.

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✓ Decidido: Commission approved Jan minutes; no other formal actions taken

The Environmental Commission approved the January 2026 meeting minutes. No other formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded; the commission discussed upcoming Earth Day activities, a Tiny Forest project, a Sustainable Jersey grant application, and various community outreach programs.

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City of Summit Environmental Commission February 23, 2026 @ 8:00 PM Whitman Room Meeting Agenda 2026 EC meeting dates. All meetings take place at 8 PM in the Whitman Room at City Hall. Meeting dates that are not the (typical) 3rd Monday of the month or a location other than the Whitman Room are noted. 3/16 4/20 5/18 6/15 There are no meetings in July and August. 9/14 (2nd Monday) 10/19 11/16 12/21 Time Topic Speaker 8:00-8:05 Approval of meeting minutes from January Donna Goggin Patel 8:05-8:10 Earth Day Clean-Up Helen Campanha 8:10-8:20 Tiny Forest/Grants Donna Goggin Patel 8:20-8:30 Committee Updates John Kilby/Mimi Zukoff 8:30-8:45 New Business Everyone
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City of Summit Environmental Commission Minutes, February 23, 2026 (held via Zoom due to City Hall closure (winter storm)) Participating: Donna Goggin Patel, Francie Cho, Sunil Garg, Jeff Hankinson, John Kilby, Sid Oberoi, Mimi Zukoff Council Liaison: Dan Crisafulli Guests: Mandana Arvandi, Yuki Bofinger, Kathy Head, Irvy Pinzon, Kevin Sokolowski, Scott Ryan Donna Goggin Patel called the meeting to order at 8:03 PM. The Jan. minutes were approved. Earth Day Clean-Up: Donna Goggin Patel The 2026 Annual City-Wide Earth Day Clean-Up will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, with the rain date of April 19. Groups are welcome to email [email protected] to be assigned a site. Helen sent an email to the 2025 site leaders to check on their availability. In terms of groups expressing interest, to date we have heard from the Summit Garden Club, the Summit Area YMCA, and a group of middle school students from Kent Place School. Ingrid Witty from DCS also requested that we include a watershed-based event in the Earth Day Clean-Up to help Summit earn 3 points towards its Tier A activities. Jason Peralta, the Watershed Ambassador for WMA5, is free to assist with this, and the flyer was revised to reflect the partnership with DCS. “Tiny Forest” Reforestation: Donna Goggin Patel Donna and Mimi met with Elizabeth Talmont (Westfield) and Mary Roberts (Cranford) from the Union County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of New Jersey on Feb. 6 to discuss the Tiny Forest. Both th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 18, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission will review variance for 55 Tulip St dormer addition

The commission will approve the minutes from the January 21 meeting and discuss advisory reviews of several variance requests for historic properties, including 55 Tulip Street, 35 Badeau Avenue, and others. It will also receive demolition applications for multiple historic homes and consider an ordinance aimed at limiting demolition of designated historic buildings. The meeting includes new business items such as a rescheduled Preservation New Jersey program and updates on the Mt. Olive Church site.

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✓ Decidido: Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved six variance requests

The commission ratified the minutes from the January 21 meeting. It then unanimously approved six variance applications for historic properties on Tulip Street, Badeau Avenue, Huntley Road, Colt Road, Hillcrest Avenue, and Lenox Road. The commission also elected a new secretary by unanimous vote.

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CITY OF SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA MEETING DATE: FEBRUARY 18, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL, WHITMAN COMMUNITY ROOM (SECOND FLOOR) ROLL CALL: CAROLINE KING, JAMES BURGMEYER, MIKE DIGERONIMO, MARY MALLOY , JESSICA ROY , SUSAN BRADY , NICK CURIALE, TIM SWOPE, JENNIFER ALVAREZ (PLANNING BOARD LIASON), BONNIE MORRISON (PLANNING BOARD) BOB PAWLOWSKI (COUNCIL LIAISON) ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 2026 ADVISORY REVIEWS: Items for Discussion 1.55 Tulip Street: d – variance for FAR to add a dormer addition at attic level. https:// www.digifind-it.com/IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/Summit/data/historic_resources/ Vol%208%20-%201%20Summit%20Avenue%20to%20155%20Woodland%20Avenue.pdf p275 c 1930 Dutch Colonial Revival. Contributes to district Summit Home Land Co. Hearing date 3/16/26. 2.35 Badeau Avenue: d – variance for FAR and c – variances including lot coverage and building coverage to renovate the existing home, demolish the existing patio, and construct a new deck. https://www.digifind-it.com/IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/Summit/data/ historic_resources/Vol%201%20- %20Table%20of%20Contents%20to%2050%20Bedford%20Road.pdf p323 c 1915 Contributes to district North Side. Hearing date 3/16/26. 3.52 Huntley Road: (c) - variance for steep slope disturbance to construct proposed second floor addition. c1950 4.46 Colt Road: d- variance for FAR and (c) - variances for building height and lot coverage t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MEETING DATE: FEBRUARY 18, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL, WHITMAN COMMUNITY ROOM (SECOND FLOOR) PRESENT: CAROLINE KING, JAMES BURGMEYER, MIKE DIGERONIMO, SUSAN BRADY , NICK CURIALE, TIM SWOPE, BONNIE MORRISON, BOB PAWLOWSKI ABSENT: MARY MALLOY , JESSICA ROY , JENNIFER ALVAREZ PUBLIC: ROBERT RYDZEWSKI, GRIFFIN RYDZEWSKI ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 2026 J Burgmeyer moved to ratify submission; N Curiale seconded. The motion carried unanimously. ADVISORY REVIEWS: Items for Discussion 1.55 Tulip Street: d – variance for FAR to add a dormer addition at attic level. https:// www.digifind-it.com/IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/Summit/data/historic_resources/ Vol%208%20-%201%20Summit%20Avenue%20to%20155%20Woodland%20Avenue.pdf p275 c 1930 Dutch Colonial Revival. Contributes to district Summit Home Land Co. Hearing date 3/16/26. 55 Tulip Street, a circa 1930 Dutch Colonial Revival, contributes to the Summit Home Land Co. Historic District. https://www.digifind-it.com/IDIViewer/web/viewer.html?file=/Summit/ data/historic_resources/Vol%208%20- %201%20Summit%20Avenue%20to%20155%20Woodland%20Avenue.pdf p275. The proposed addition is modest in scale, consistent with the DRO design guidelines, and not visible from the public right of way. S Brady moved to ratify submission; J Burgmeyer seconded. The motion carried unanimously. 2.35 Badeau Avenue: d – variance for FAR and [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 18, 2026

Zoning Board

Zoning Board to hear variance requests for new home and pool projects

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for two carried-over applications. The board will determine if variances are granted for residential construction and accessory structures.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves variance for 71 Hillcrest Ave home construction

The Summit Zoning Board approved two variance applications with conditions. The 71 Hillcrest Avenue application (ZB-25-2315) was approved unanimously. The 32 Lenox Road application (ZB-25-2311) was approved with a 6‑1 vote. The board also memorialized the October 20, 2025 minutes and adjourned the meeting.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Wednesday, February 18, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Tyler and Lindsey Rhoten/71 Hillcrest LLC (Application Documents) 71 Hill Crest Avenue (Carried from 12/17/25) BL: 2006 L: 10 ZB-25-2315 – (c) – variances for lot coverage, building coverage, front yard setback, and front entry garage to construct a new home. 2. Andrew Chizzik (Application Documents) 32 Lenox Road (Carried from 12/17/25) BL: 2501 L: 22 ZB-25-2311 – (c) – variances for max height for an accessory structure, max height of fence/wall combo, and steep slopes to construct pool, pergola, and poolhouse. V. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • None VI. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL • October 20, 2025 VII. ADJOURN NEXT MEETING – Monday, March 2, 2026 ❑ Chairman Loikits ❑ Vice Chair Zahn ❑ Mr. Curran ❑ Mr. Ucko ❑ Ms. Chieffo (Alt.1) ❑ Mr. Fehskens (Alt. 2) ❑ Mr. Ball, Board Attorney ❑ Ms. Sands, Board Secretary ❑ Mr. Maleh ❑ Mr. Cianciulli (Alt. 3) ❑ Mr. Mollin ❑ Mr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING MINUTES February 18, 2026 The February 18, 2026 meeting of the City of Summit Zoning Board was opened at 7:30pm. [PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ] {ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT ] Attendees were informed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-10 that adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by publication in the City’s officially designated newspapers and by posting at City Hall. [ROLL CALL ] Jessica Sands, Board Secretary called the roll: PRESENT: Vice Chair Zahn, Mr. Maleh, Mr. Mollin, Mr. Nelson, Ms. Chieffo, Mr. Fehskens, Mr. Cianciulli, Mr. Bell, and Chairman Loikits ABSENT: Mr. Ucko and Mr. Curran Also in attendance were Andy Ball, Board Attorney; Marie Raffay, Board Engineer, Ed Snieckus, Board Planner; and Jessica Sands, Board Secretary. | PUBLIC HEARING Application: ZB-25-2315, Tyler and Lindsey Rhoten/71 Hillcrest LLC, 71 Hill Crest Avenue, BL: 2006 L: 10 (Carried from 12/17/25) The applicants are requesting (c) - variance relief for building coverage, front yard setback, steep slopes disturbance, retaining wall height, and front entry garage to construct a new home. Mr. James Webber, attorney for the applicants, advised the Board that he represents the applicant and provided an overview of the application. Mr. Andrew Clarke, Engineer for the applicant, was sworn in by Mr. Ball and provided his testimony to the Board. The Board then asked Mr. Clarke questions regarding his testimony. Mr. Jarett Kest, Landscape Arch [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

Common Council

Summit Council meeting agenda lists only PDFs, no substantive items

The Summit Common Council meeting is scheduled for February 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM. The agenda packet consists of PDF documents but does not list any specific agenda items. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed. Therefore, no decisions or discussions are identified in this agenda.

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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously approved multiple emergency budget and project measures

The Common Council approved extensions for financial statement deadlines and several emergency temporary appropriations, including the municipal operating budget, parking utility, and a sewer utility budget. It also approved a grant agreement for the Mayor's Wellness Campaign and awarded a $98,800 bid for the Park Line Project Phase 2A. Additionally, the council authorized up to $100,000 each for two engineering consultant contracts for 2026.

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February 17, 2026 Summit Common Council Meeting Agenda FEBRUARY 17, 2026 AGENDA.PDF February 17, 2026 Summit Common Council Meeting Agenda Packet FEBRUARY 17, 2026 AGENDA PACKET.PDF 1. 7:30 P.M. Documents: 2. 7:30 P.M. Documents:
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Common Council of the City of Summit Page 1 February 17, 2026 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT Distributed: 3/14/26 Approved: 3/17/26 The meeting was called to order by Council President Claire Toth at 7:30 PM. The City Clerk then read the following notice: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by the City Clerk in the preparation of the Council Annual Meeting Notice of Closed Session and Regular Meetings, dated December 17, 2025 which set forth the date, time, and place of this meeting and by properly posting such notice and forwarding the notice to those designated newspapers and the persons requesting meeting notices. Please be further advised that the FIRE EXITS are to my RIGHT your left, and at the BACK OF THE ROOM. Please be further advised that the City has an Assistive Listening System for the hearing impaired. We have three (3) assistive hearing devices. If anyone needs them, please raise your hand and the device will be brought to you. Please return them to the City Clerk or leave them with the Police Dispatcher.” CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Boyer, Crisafulli, Kalmanson, Landman, Lasaracina, Pawlowski and Council President Toth ABSENT: None Also in attendance were Mayor Fagan and staff members Tammie Baldwin, City Administrator/ Chief Financial Officer; Rosemary Licatese, City Clerk; Aaron Schrager, Director of DCS Division of Engineering & Public Works, Ryan Peters, Chief of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 9, 2026

Planning Board

Summit Planning Board to hold reorganization and subdivision hearing

The Planning Board will conduct its annual reorganization, including the appointment of officers and professional staff. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a subdivision application for a property on Ashland Road.

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✓ Decidido: Planning Board approves minor subdivision at Ashland Road with conditions

The Board elected Ms. Balson Alvarez as Chair and Ms. Hamlet as Vice Chair. It appointed Ms. Sands as Secretary and approved the Board Attorney, Engineer, and Planner appointments. The Board amended the 2025 Planning Board Attorney contract by an additional $12,500. It then approved the minor subdivision application PB-25-281 for Linden Place RTR LLC with conditions, with Ms. Morrison recused.

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PLANNING BOARD AGENDA Monday, February 9, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Planning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Planning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. OATHS OF OFFICE • Augusto Dal’Maso, Class II • Ryan Felmet, Class IV • Delia Hamlet, Class IV • John Staunton, Alt. II, Class IV • Bonnie Morrison, Mayor's Designee, Class I • Dan Crisafulli, Council, Class III IV. ROLL CALL V. REORGANIZATION • Chair • Vice Chair • Board Secretary • Professional Appointments: Board Engineer, Board Attorney, Board Planner • Adopt Bylaws (2026) • Committee Liaison Appointments • Adopt Official Newspapers & City Website – Union County Local Source & The Star Ledger VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS • Linden Place RTR LLC, a NJ Limited Liability Company and Stephen J. Gianis 268-270 Ashland Road (Rescheduled from 1/26/26) BL: 5303 L: 2 PB-25- 281: Minor subdivision application with (c) - variances for lot area and rear yard setback to create lots 2.01 and 2.02. VII. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • None VIII. MINUTES FOR MEMORIALIZATION • September 29, 2025 IX. ADJOURN NEXT MEETING – [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT PLANNING BOARD MEETING MINUTES February 9, 2026 The February 9, 2026 Reorganization meeting of the City of Summit Planning Board was opened at 7:30pm. [PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ] [ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT | Attendees were informed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-10 that adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by publication in the City’s officially designated newspapers and by posting at City Hall. [OATHS OF OFFICE | The following new and returning Planning Board members recited the Oath of Office and were sworn in by Mr. Warner, Board Attorney: Augusto Dal’ Maso, Class II Ryan Felmet, Class IV Delia Hamlet, Class TV John Staunton, Alt. I, Class IV Bonnie Morrison, Mayor’s Designee, Class I Dan Crisafulli, Council, Class IIT Benjamin Goldin, Alt. II, Class IV [ROLL CALL Jessica Sands, Board Secretary called the roll: PRESENT: Ms. Bowen, Councilmember Crisafulli, Mr. Dal’Maso, Mr. Felmet, Mr. Goldin, Ms. Hamlet, Ms. Morrison, Mr. Sala, Mr. Stern ABSENT: Ms. Balson Alvarez and Mr. Staunton Also in attendance were Mr. Warner, Board Attorney; Ms. Raffay, Board Engineer, Mr. Burgis, Board Planner; and Ms. Sands, Board Secretary [REORGANIZATION | Mr. Warner then called for nominations for the 2026 Planning Board Chair and Vice Chair. Board Chair Ms. Balson Alvarez was nominated for the Board Chair position by Ms. Hamlet and was seconded by Mr. Stern. RESULT: Approved (unanimous) MOVER: Ms. Hamlet SECONDER: Mr. Stern AYES: Ms. Bowen, Co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 3, 2026

Common Council

Summit Common Council meeting scheduled for February 3, 2026

The provided agenda contains only the meeting time and links to documents. There are no specific items, proposals, or decisions listed in the text.

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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously approved operating‑budget appropriation transfer

The Common Council approved the minutes from the January 20 meeting without dissent. The council then unanimously adopted a resolution to transfer appropriations within the operating budget. A separate consent agenda was also approved unanimously. No other resolutions recorded a vote outcome in the minutes.

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February 3, 2026 Summit Common Council Meeting Agenda FEBRUARY 3, 2026 AGENDA.PDF February 3, 2026 Summit Common Council Meeting Agenda Packet FEBRUARY 3, 2026 AGENDA PACKET.PDF 1. 7:30 P.M. Documents: 2. 7:30 P.M. Documents:
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026 COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT Distributed: 2/13/26 Approved: 2/17/26 The meeting was called to order by Council President Claire Toth at 7:30 PM. The City Clerk then read the following notice: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by the City Clerk in the preparation of the Council Annual Meeting Notice of Closed Session and Regular Meetings, dated December 17, 2025 which set forth the date, time, and place of this meeting and by properly posting such notice and forwarding the notice to those designated newspapers and the persons requesting meeting notices. Please be further advised that the FIRE EXITS are to my RIGHT your left, and at the BACK OF THE ROOM. Please be further advised that the City has an Assistive Listening System for the hearing impaired. We have three (3) assistive hearing devices. If anyone needs them, please raise your hand and the device will be brought to you. Please return them to the City Clerk or leave them with the Police Dispatcher.” CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Boyer, Crisafulli, Kalmanson, Landman, Lasaracina, Pawlowski and Council President Toth ABSENT: _ City Solicitor Matthew Giacobbe Also in attendance were Mayor Fagan and staff members Tammie Baldwin, City Administrator/ Chief Financial Officer; Rosemary Licatese, City Clerk; Aaron Schrager, Director of DCS Division of Engineering & Public Works, Ryan Peters, Chief of Police and Marina Brown, A [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 2, 2026

Zoning Board

Zoning Board to hear variance requests for homes and pools

The Summit Zoning Board will hear four public hearings regarding variance requests for property modifications, including home additions and pools. One application has been withdrawn. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved two variance applications, including Gelband home project

The Zoning Board approved the Gelband variance request for a new home, patio and pool at 45 Prospect Hill Avenue with conditions, voting 4‑3. It also approved the Kilby variance for a two‑story addition at 19 Ox Bow Lane unanimously. The board memorialized three prior resolutions by voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 10:41 p.m. after a voice‑vote motion.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Monday, February 2, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. OATHS OF OFFICE • Aymen Maleh IV. ROLL CALL V. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. The Keshava 2012 Trust and The Panduranga 2012 Trust (Application Documents) 19 Ridge Road (Carried from 12/17/25) BL: 2202 L: 4 ZB-25-2286 – (c) – variances for building coverage, building height, lot coverage, steep slope disturbance, driveway width, and pool. 2. Richard and Stephanie Gelband (Application Documents) 45 Prospect Hill Avenue (Carried from 12/17/25) BL: 3501 L: 28 ZB-25-2303 – (c) – variance for steep slope and building coverage to construct new home, patio, and inground swimming pool. 3. John Kilby (Application Documents) 19 Ox Bow Lane (Rescheduled from 12/17/25) BL: 2201 L: 10 ZB-25-2282 – (c) – variances for side yard setback and combined side yard width for two story addition. 4. Christie and Eric Toback (Application Documents) 175 Oak Ridge Avenue (WITHDRAWN) BL: 4801 L: 5 ZB-25-2302 – (c) – variances for lot coverage and [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING MINUTES February 2, 2026 The February 2, 2026 meeting of the City of Summit Zoning Board was opened at 7:30pm, [PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE [ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT Attendees were informed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-10 that adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by publication in the City’s officially designated newspapers and by posting at City Hall. [OATH OF OFFICE Mr. Maleh recited the Oath of Office and was sworn in by Mr. Ball. {ROLL CALL Jessica Sands, Board Secretary called the roll: PRESENT: Vice Chair Zahn, Mr. Ucko, Mr. Maleh, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Curran, Ms. Chieffo, Mr. Fehskens, Mr. Cianciulli, Mr. Bell, Chairman Loikits ABSENT: Mr. Mollin Also in attendance were Andy Ball, Board Attorney; Marie Raffay, Board Engineer; Ed Snieckus, Board Planner; and Jessica Sands, Board Secretary. | PUBLIC HEARING Application: ZB-25-2286, The Keshava 2012 Trust and The Panduranga 2012 Trust, 19 Ridge Road, BL: 2202, L:4 The applicants are requesting (c) - variance relief for building coverage, building height, lot coverage, steep slope disturbance, driveway width, and pool. Mr. James Webber of Alfonso and Webber, LLC advised the Board that he represents the applicant. Dr. Ravi Dattatreya, the applicant, was sworn in by Mr. Ball. Mr. Dattatreya provided his testimony, on behalf of The Keshava 2012 Trust and The Panduranga 2012 Trust, to the Board. Mr. Dave Rosen, Architect for the applicant, was sworn in by [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 26, 2026

Environmental Commission

Commission discusses Earth Day Clean-Up and Tiny Forest grant plans

The Summit Environmental Commission will approve December meeting minutes and review upcoming activities. Members will discuss the Earth Day Clean-Up, Tiny Forest grant opportunities, committee updates, and a collaboration with Together for Biodiversity. The meeting will also allow for any new business items.

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City of Summit Environmental Commission January 26, 2026 @ 8:00 PM Whitman Room* Meeting Agenda * There is a large snowstorm forecasted. If the City of Summit is shut on Monday due to snow, the Environmental Commission meeting will be held virtually at 8:00 PM. The Zoom link is available upon request by emailing [email protected]. 2026 EC meeting dates. All meetings take place at 8 PM in the Whitman Room at City Hall. Meeting dates that are not the (typical) 3rd Monday of the month or a location other than the Whitman Room are noted. 2/23 (4th Monday) 3/16 4/20 5/18 6/15 There are no meetings in July and August. 9/14 (2nd Monday) 10/19 11/16 12/21 Time Topic Speaker 8:00-8:05 Approval of meeting minutes from December Donna Goggin Patel 8:05-8:10 Earth Day Clean-Up Helen Campanha 8:10-8:20 Tiny Forest/Grants Donna Goggin Patel 8:20-8:30 Committee Updates John Kilby/Mimi Zukoff 8:30-8:40 Together for Biodiversity (T4BD) Collaboration Irvy Pinzon 8:40-8:45 New Business Everyone
Mon Jan 26, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board meeting cancelled due to snowstorm

The Summit Planning Board meeting scheduled for January 26, 2026, was cancelled due to snowstorms. All items on the agenda, including a public hearing for a minor subdivision application, have been moved to February 9, 2026.

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JESSICA SANDS LAND USE ASSISTANT DIVISION OF PLANNING & ZONING City Hall 512 Springfield Avenue Summit NJ 07901 Telephone 908 273 - 6407 Fax 908 608 - 1214 [email protected] Issued on January 26, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Summit Planning Board meeting previously scheduled and advertised for January 26, 2026, at 7:30 PM has been cancelled due to snowstorms throughout the state. All items scheduled for this hearing have been moved to February 9, 2026. THE CITY OF SUMMIT N E W J E R S E Y PLANNING BOARD AGENDA Monday, January 26, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Planning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Planning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. OATHS OF OFFICE • Augusto Dal’Maso, Class II • Ryan Felmet, Class IV • Peter Lijoi, Class IV • John Staunton, Alt. II, Class IV • Delia Hamlet, Mayor's Designee, Class I • Dan Crisafulli, Council, Class III IV. ROLL CALL V. REORGANIZATION • Chair • Vice Chair • Board Secretary • Professional Appointments: Board Engineer, Bo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 26, 2026

Board of Health

Board reviews 2026 Health Services Budget and upcoming health reports

The Summit Board of Health will hold a re‑organization meeting to comply with the Open Public Meetings Act, conduct roll call, and elect officers. Members will review bills for January 2026, hear reports from the Environmental Health Specialist, the nurse, the health officer, and animal control. Old business includes discussion of the 2026 Health Services Budget, and new business will be considered before adjournment.

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9. AGENDA SUMMIT BOARD OF HEALTH RE-ORGANIZATION MEETING Monday, January 26, 2026 7:00 P.M. Summit City Hall (Large Conference Room, 2" Floor) . Statement as to compliance with open public meetings act Roll Call Nomination of President Nomination of Vice-President Approval of Minutes-November 2025 Review of Bills — January 2026 Public Comments Environmental Health Specialist Report Nurse’s Report 10. Health Officer’s Report 11. Animal Control Report 12. Old Business a. 2026 Health Services Budget 13. New Business 14. Adjournment
Wed Jan 21, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

HPC reviews mixed-use and residential site plans

The Historic Preservation Commission is conducting advisory reviews for two development projects. The body will also hold an organizational meeting to select its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

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✓ Decidido: Commission unanimously approves two development plans and leadership posts

The Historic Preservation Commission ratified the minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting unanimously. It approved the site‑plan application with bulk variances for 791‑795 Old Springfield Avenue, supporting the mixed‑use project, by unanimous vote. It also approved the revised plans for 45 Prospect Hill Avenue, including variances for steep‑slope disturbance and building coverage, by unanimous vote. The commission confirmed the appointments of Chair Caroline King, Vice Chair James Burgmeyer, and Secretary Bonnie Morrison, each ratified unanimously, and then adjourned.

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CITY OF SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA MEETING DATE: JANUARY 21, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL, WHITMAN COMMUNITY ROOM (SECOND FLOOR) ROLL CALL: CAROLINE KING, JAMES BURGMEYER, MIKE DIGERONIMO, MARY MALLOY , JESSICA ROY , SUSAN BRADY , BONNIE MORRISON, NICK CURIALE, TIM SWOPE, JENNIFER ALVAREZ (PLANNING BOARD LIASON), BOB PAWLOWSKI (COUNCIL LIAISON) ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF DECEMBER 17, 2025 ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF APPOINTEES 1.Newly appointed: Tim Swope ADVISORY REVIEWS: Items for Discussion 1.791-795 Old Springfield Avenue: Major preliminary and final site plan application with (c) bulk variances for building coverage, building size, light spillage, loading space buffer, loading space size, light pole height, roof pitch, and steep slope disturbance to construct mixed-use structure. 2.45 Prospect Hill Avenue: Revised Plans Submitted January 9, 2026: Architectural Plans, Lot Grading Plan, and Steep Slopes Plan. Reviewed in October 2025. (c) - variance for steep slope disturbance and building coverage to construct new home, patio, and in-ground swimming pool. https://www.summitlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Park-Avenue- cont-to-South-Street-Vol-7.pdf p287-288 c1925 Tudor Revival contributes to district (North Side). NEW BUSINESS 1.Organizational Meeting: Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary 2.Master Plan: https://www.cityofsummit.org/DocumentCenter/View/1602/ Summit_ReVision_FINAL-Dec-2016?bidId= 3.Develo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MEETING DATE: JANUARY 21, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL, WHITMAN COMMUNITY ROOM (SECOND FLOOR) CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT PRESENT: CAROLINE KING, JAMES BURGMEYER, MARY MALLOY , JESSICA ROY , BONNIE MORRISON, NICK CURIALE, TIM SWOPE, BOB PAWLOWSKI ABSENT: MIKE DIGERONIMO, SUSAN BRADY , JENNIFER ALVAREZ APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF DECEMBER 17, 2025 B Morrison moved to ratify the submission; N Curiale seconded. The motion carried unanimously. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF APPOINTEES 1.Newly appointed: Tim Swope ADVISORY REVIEWS: Items for Discussion 1.791-795 Old Springfield Avenue: Major preliminary and final site plan application with (c) bulk variances for building coverage, building size, light spillage, loading space buffer, loading space size, light pole height, roof pitch, and steep slope disturbance to construct mixed-use structure. The existing structure at 791-795 Old Springfield Avenue is a former car repair garage.  It is part of a cluster of buildings around the New Providence (formerly West Summit) train station. The structure has been vacant for several years.  Portions of the building had been altered over the years. The proposed design improves the streetscape leading to the station and the HPC is supportive of this application.  The architectural details and materials are consistent with the Development Design Guidelines (DDG).  The HPC recommends that the southern [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jan 21, 2026

Zoning Board

Board will consider variances for solar panels and site changes at 695 Springfield Ave.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application from Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation at 695 Springfield Avenue. The board will review a preliminary and final site plan, a conditional use request, and multiple D1, D3, and C variances concerning solar panels, lot size, setbacks, coverage, parking, and a monument sign. The application was carried over from the December 8, 2025 meeting. No other items are listed for decision.

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✓ Decidido: Board voted to carry Beacon Unitarian Universalist Church application to March 2 2026

The Zoning Board approved a motion to carry the Beacon Unitarian Universalist Church application (ZB‑24‑2237) to a hearing on March 2 2026 without further notice. The board also approved memorializing the September 15 2025 minutes. Finally, the board adjourned the meeting.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Wednesday, January 21, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. OATHS OF OFFICE • Jay Fehskens • Fredric Bell V. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Summit (Application Documents) 695 Springfield Avenue (Carried from 12/8/25) BL: 1702 L: 47 ZB-24-2237- Preliminary and final site plan approval, conditional use, D1 variance for installation of freestanding solar panels in parking area; D3 variance for deviations from standards of conditional use: lot size less than 2 acres, font yard less than 50 feet, side yard setback/ buffer less than 50 feet, lot coverage exceeding 40 percent, building coverage exceeding 15 percent, parking setback less than 20 ft, rear yard buffer less than twenty percent of lot depth. C variances for number of onsite parking spaces, front and side yard setbacks and buffers, rear yard buffers, and size of a monument sign identifying church. VI. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • None VII. MINUTES FOR APPROVAL • Sep [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING MINUTES January 21, 2026 The January 21, 2026 meeting of the City of Summit Zoning Board was opened at 7:30pm. [PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE | [ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT Attendees were informed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-10 that adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by publication in the City’s officially designated newspapers and by posting at City Hall. |OATHS OF OFFICE Mr. Fehskens and Mr. Bell recited their Oaths of Office and were sworn in by Mr. Ball. ROLL CALL Mr. Ball, Board Attorney, called the roll: PRESENT: Chairman Loikits, Mr. Nelson, Ms. Chieffo, Mr. Fehskens, Mr. Cianciulli, Mr. Bell, and Mr. Mollin. ABSENT: Vice Chair Zahn, Mr. Ucko, Mr. Maleh, and Mr. Curran Also in attendance were Andy Ball, Board Attorney; Marie Raffay, Board Engineer; and Ed Snieckus, Board Planner. PUBLIC HEARING | Application: ZB-24-2237, Beacon Unitarian Universalist Church, 695 Springfield Avenue, BL: 1702, L: 47 (Carried from 12/8/25) The applicant is requesting Preliminary and final site plan approval, conditional use, D1 variance for installation of freestanding solar panels in parking area; D3 variance for deviations from standards of conditional use. lot size less than 2 acres, font yard less than 50 feet, side yard setback/ buffer less than 50 Jeet, lot coverage exceeding 40 percent, building coverage exceeding 15 percent, parking setback less than 20 ft, rear yard buffer less than twenty percent of lot depth [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

Common Council

No substantive agenda items listed; meeting appears procedural

The agenda for the Summit Common Council meeting on January 20, 2026 only lists the meeting time (7:30 P.M.) and references to PDF documents. No specific items, proposals, or decisions are detailed in the provided text. Therefore, the council appears to have a procedural or informational session without disclosed actions.

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✓ Decidido: Council approved Housing Authority appointments and multiple budget items

The council unanimously approved a transfer of appropriations in the operating budget. It also approved the appointment of two members to the Summit Housing Authority by a 5‑to‑2 vote. Additional unanimous actions included declaring a vacancy for a full‑time building inspector and authorizing several consultant engineering services and a street‑improvement project.

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January 20, 2026 Council Meeting Agenda JANUARY 20, 2026 - AGENDA.PDF January 20, 2026 Council Meeting Agenda Packet JANUARY 20, 2026 - AGENDA PACKET.PDF 1. 7:30 P.M. Documents: 2. 7:30 P.M. Documents:
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Common Council of the City of Summit Page 1 January 20, 2026 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026 COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SUMMIT Distributed: 1/30/26 Approved: 2/3/26 The meeting was called to order by Council President Claire Toth at 7:30 PM. The City Clerk then read the following notice: Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by the City Clerk’s Office in the preparation of the Council Annual Meeting Notice, dated December 17, 2025, which was properly distributed and posted per statutory requirements. Please be advised that the FIRE EXITS are to my RIGHT, your left, and at the BACK OF THE ROOM. The City has a Listening System to assist the hearing impaired. If anyone needs hearing assistance, please obtain the system at the Dais and return it thereafter. Please be further advised that the FIRE EXITS are to my RIGHT your left, and at the BACK OF THE ROOM. Please be further advised that the City has an Assistive Listening System for the hearing impaired. We have three (3) assistive hearing devices. If anyone needs them, please raise your hand and the device will be brought to you. Please return them to the City Clerk or leave them with the Police Dispatcher.” CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Boyer, Crisafulli, Kalmanson, Landman, Lasaracina, Pawlowski and Council President Toth ABSENT: None Also in attendance were Mayor Fagan and staff members Tammie Baldwin, City Administrator/ Chief Financial Officer; Rosemary Licatese, City C [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 8, 2026

Zoning Board

Board will consider three residential variance applications at the meeting

The Summit Zoning Board will hold public hearings on variance requests for 30 Ridgedale Avenue, 37 Webster Avenue, and 221 Blackburn Road. Each application seeks changes to side‑yard or rear‑yard setbacks and related building dimensions. The board will also adopt memorial resolutions for properties at 96 Fernwood Road, 14 Hughes Place, and 90 Tulip Street. All items are listed on the agenda for the January 8, 2026 meeting.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved three residential variance applications and elected new chair

The Zoning Board appointed Colliers Engineering as Board Engineer, Burgis Associates as Board Planner, and Davison, Eastman, Munoz, Paone, P.A. as Board Attorney. The board then elected Mr. Loikits as Chair and Ms. Zahn as Vice Chair. Afterward, it unanimously approved three variance requests for properties on Ridgedale Avenue, Webster Avenue, and Blackburn Road.

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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA Thursday, January 8, 2026 7:30 PM – Council Chambers CITY OF SUMMIT 512 Springfield Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to revision at the meeting at the discretion of the Chair. All meetings of the Zoning Board are open to the public, and public comments are welcome on specific site presentations after each such presentation, with the length of the comments at the discretion of the Zoning Board chairperson. I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE II. ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT III. ROLL CALL IV. REORGANIZATION V. PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS VI. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Guang Yang and Danhui Xu (Application Documents) 30 Ridgedale Avenue (Carried from 10/20/25) BL: 4204 L: 35 ZB-25-2306 – (c) – variance for side yard setback and side yard combined to construct a garage. 2. Una Troy (Application Documents) 37 Webster Avenue BL: 505 L: 21 ZB-25-2313 – (c) – variances for rear yard setback, driveway width, building coverage, and existing non- conforming side yard setback for elements constructed without requisite approval. 3. Bill and Brie Grant (Application Documents) 221 Blackburn Road (Rescheduled from 11/3/25) BL: 3001 L: 30 ZB-25-2308 – (c) – variance for side yard setback and combined side yard setback to construct second-floor addition. VII. RESOLUTIONS FOR MEMORIALIZATION • 96 Fernwood Road, Christopher and Abigail Caponetti, BL:2105 L: 34, ZB-25-2294 • 14 Hughes Place, Brandon and Michelle [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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CITY OF SUMMIT ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING MINUTES January 8, 2026 The January 8, 2026 Reorganization meeting of the City of Summit Zoning Board was opened at 7:30pm. [PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE [ADEQUATE NOTICE STATEMENT Attendees were informed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-10 that adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by publication in the City’s officially designated newspapers and by posting at City Hall. [OATHS OF OFFICE Mr. Mollin recited his Oath of Office and was sworn in by Mayor Fagan. ROLL CALL Jessica Sands, Board Secretary called the roll: PRESENT; Mr. Loikits, Ms. Zahn, Mr. Maleh, Mr. Mollin, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Ucko, Mr. Fehskens, and Mr. Cianciulli ABSENT: Mr. Curran, Ms. Chieffo, and Mr. Bell Also in attendance were Andy Ball, Board Attorney, Marie Raffay, Board Engineer; Ed Snieckus, Board Planner; and Jessica Sands, Board Secretary. REORGANIZATION Board Professional Appointments were introduced by Ms. Sands. Board Engineer: Colliers Engineering A motion to approve this appointment was made by Ms. Zahn and was seconded by Mr. Nelson. MOVER: Ms. Zahn SECONDER: Mr. Nelson AYES: Mr. Loikits, Mr. Maleh, Mr. Mollin, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Ucko, Ms. Zahn, Mr. Fehskens Board Planner: Burgis Associates A motion to approve this appointment was made by Mr. Mollin and was seconded by Mr. Fehskens. MOVER: Mr. Mollin SECONDER: Mr. Fehskens AYES: Mr. Loikits, Mr. Maleh, Mr. Mollin, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Ucko, Ms. Zahn, Mr. Fehskens Board Attorney: Daviso [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 6, 2026

Common Council

No substantive agenda items were listed for this meeting.

The Common Council meeting agenda for January 6, 2026 consists only of references to the organization meeting agenda packet PDFs. No specific resolutions, contracts, or hearings are detailed in the provided text.

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01-06-2026 Organization Meeting Agenda Packet JANUARY 6, 2026 ORGANIZATION MEETING AGENDA PACKET.PDF 01-06-2026 Organization Meeting Agenda JANUARY 6, 2026 ORGANIZATION MEETING AGENDA.PDF 1. Documents: 1.I. Documents: