Zoning & land use in New Jersey local government
What New Jersey city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about zoning & land use — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
4,073 New Jersey meetings since 2024 covered zoning & land use. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in New Jersey with the most zoning & land use activity
- East Orange, NJ (175)
- Ridgewood, NJ (103)
- Paramus, NJ (96)
- Woodbridge, NJ (96)
- Englewood, NJ (95)
- Hamilton, NJ (94)
- Passaic, NJ (90)
- Summit, NJ (89)
- Clifton, NJ (85)
- Point Pleasant Beach, NJ (85)
- Eatontown, NJ (84)
- Cape May, NJ (79)
Latest matching meetings
Zoning board to hear two variance requests and vote on denied storage container plan
The Montville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider two variance applications for residential properties, including a driveway setback and side setbacks for a home addition. The board will also vote on a resolution to deny a minor site plan for storage containers at 34 Maple Avenue, and…
Zoning Board to vote on extension for 7 Commerce Boulevard property
The Roxbury Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold its regular meeting on September 14, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the Council Room of the Municipal Building. The meeting is open to the public and will include routine business, with formal action possible on a zoning extension request.
Board of Adjustment to hear 7 variance applications for additions, decks, fences
The New Providence Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on seven applications for zoning variances, mostly for home additions, decks, and a fence. The board will also review minutes from its August 17 meeting. No public hearings are scheduled for September 28.
Zoning board to hear seven variance requests and one site-plan amendment
The Livingston Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a conference meeting followed by a special hearing to decide on seven residential variances and one site-plan amendment. The board will also consider memorializing resolutions for six prior applications and review the 2024–2025 annual reports.
Paramus Board of Adjustment to hear Home Depot site plan, fence variance, and more
The Paramus Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on several applications, including a residential fence variance, an amended site plan for Home Depot, a proposed convenience store, and a three-family dwelling. One application (34 Farview Terrace) has been carried to October 22, 2026. The board will also adopt…
Zoning Board to hear 5 variance requests, including large floor-area-ratio variances
The Livingston Zoning Board will hold a conference and special meeting to consider several variance applications for residential properties, including requests for new homes, additions, and a group home expansion. The board will also review the 2025 annual report and consider memorializing resolutions for previously…
Zoning board to hear site plans for Madison Ave, Alina St, and West Jersey St
The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider several site plan applications and resolutions. The board will review preliminary and final site plans for properties on Madison Avenue, Alina Street, and West Jersey Street, and will also discuss an application for non-conformity at 340…
Ventnor Planning Board to hear two variance requests, adopt resolutions
The Ventnor City Planning Board is meeting to adopt resolutions for two properties and to hear two variance applications. The board will consider requests for side yard setback and other variances for a privacy wall and pool fence, and for a home elevation and second-floor addition. The meeting also includes routine…
Planning Board to review 33-unit mixed-use building and new sign
The Berkeley Heights Planning Board will hold a public meeting to adopt minutes, consider a resolution for a new sign at 800 District Drive, and review a new application for a 33-unit mixed-use residential building at 458 Springfield Ave. The board may take official action on these items.
Planning Board to vote on medical spa definition and review roof deck appeal
The Westfield Planning Board will decide on an ordinance to define 'Medical Spa' and hear an appeal for a residential roof deck variance at 415-427 South Avenue West. The board will also vote on resolutions from August and consider an extension request for a prior application.
MLB reviews billboard variance and home renovation at 204 Wayne Ave
The Municipal Land Use Board will conduct a completeness review and vote on new business for a residential renovation at 204 Wayne Avenue. The board will also consider a request from Pacific Outdoor Advertising, LLC for a minor site plan and variances to install a two-sided static billboard at 14 Route 4 West. No…
Lincoln Park Borough Council to review proposed zoning map update
The Lincoln Park Borough Council is meeting to discuss a proposed update to the official zoning map, dated August 19, 2026. The agenda consists primarily of the map itself, which details various zoning districts, overlay zones, and street names. No other agenda items are listed, so the meeting appears focused on this…
Land Development Review Committee to review 10 new development proposals
The Land Development Review Committee will hold a conference call on September 8, 2026, to review 10 development proposals across Burlington County, including expansions, subdivisions, and site plans. The meeting is accessible via phone or web link.
Zoning board to hear 4 variance requests including new convenience store and townhomes
The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on four variance requests: a 3,600 sqft convenience store with fueling station, a chain link fence for environmental remediation, a backyard patio roof, and three townhomes. The board will also follow procedural rules for testimony and public…
Fort Lee zoning board to hear 3 applications, including 24-unit development
The Fort Lee Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular public meeting on September 8, 2026, at 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers. The board will review minutes, consider a resolution to issue RFQs for professional services for 2027, and hold public hearings on three applications: a minor subdivision with two…
Summit Zoning Board to hear four property variance requests
The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four residential property variance applications, including requests to expand building coverage, install a privacy fence, add outdoor living features, and enlarge a home. The board will also memorialize resolutions for four properties and approve…
Planning Board to review Subaru dealership expansion and other site plans
The Cherry Hill Planning Board will hold a public meeting to consider several site plan applications, including an amended major site plan for a new Subaru dealership, a minor subdivision, and a new coffee shop. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting. No resolutions are scheduled.
Planning Board reviews Church Street Redevelopment Plan amendment and two development applications
The South Orange Planning Board will discuss the consistency of Ordinance #2026-21, which amends the Church Street Redevelopment Plan. The board will also review the completeness of two ongoing applications: one for 15 new dwelling units at 36-40 Cottage Street and another for a medical office expansion and two new…
Planning Board to review 19-unit inclusionary housing development on East Main Street
The Oceanport Planning Board is meeting to consider two development applications: a 19-unit inclusionary residential project at 298 & 306 East Main Street and a second-story addition at 68 Tecumseh Avenue. The board will also vote on resolutions for three property owners and approve prior meeting minutes. The agenda…
City Council to vote on film ordinance and property purchases
The Vineland City Council will hold a public hearing and final votes on ordinances including one permitting film production and another amending a downtown redevelopment plan. The meeting will also consider resolutions for property purchases, contract amendments, and licensing changes.
Environmental Commission to review zoning resolutions, grants, and ordinances
The Berkeley Heights Environmental Commission is meeting via Zoom on September 7, 2026, to discuss new and old business. Items include Zoning Board resolutions, grant applications, stormwater ordinance status, and a possible leaf blower ordinance. The meeting is open to residents for public comment.
Winslow Zoning Board reviews three development applications
The Winslow Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on September 9, 2026, to review three development applications: a bulk/hardship variance for a bedroom and bathroom addition at 21 Acorn Court, a minor site plan with conditional use approval for rooftop solar at 510 Williamstown Road, and an amended use variance for…
Planning Board to review 6 residential projects including garage conversions and additions
The Little Silver Planning Board will meet on September 3, 2026, to discuss and decide on six residential projects, including garage conversions, additions, and renovations. The board will also address two use variances requiring five out of seven affirmative votes. Additionally, the board will review correspondence…
Lakewood committee to vote on bond releases, street naming, and budget hearing
The Lakewood Township Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss and vote on multiple resolutions, including releasing performance guarantees for several development projects, a public hearing on the 2026 municipal budget, and an ordinance for handicapped parking. The meeting also includes a proposed honorary…
Council to vote on new construction permit fees and park rules
The Roselle Park Borough Council is holding its regular meeting on September 3, 2026. The council will vote on two ordinances: one amending residential permit parking hours on Hazel Street, and another updating park and recreation area regulations. It will also introduce an ordinance to adopt a revised fee structure…
Fort Lee council to discuss rent ordinance revisions and tax exemptions
The Fort Lee Mayor and Council will hold a work session meeting to discuss revisions to the Rent Leveling Ordinance, property tax exemptions for a disabled veteran, and a grant for sewer improvements on Ellery Avenue. The meeting will also cover surplus equipment sales, shared animal control services with Bergen…
Zoning board to decide on mall signage and pool variances
The Cherry Hill Zoning Board of Adjustment will review four variance requests, including site plan waivers for Dick's House of Sport signage at Cherry Hill Mall and bulk variances for a residential pool and patio. Two hotel projects and a car wash redevelopment also seek one-year approval extensions due to state…
WRA reviews site-specific amendment for Amaranth at North Brunswick Phase 2
The Lower Raritan-Middlesex County Water Resources Association will hold a public meeting on September 3, 2026, to review a site-specific amendment application. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a staff report from the Middlesex County Office of Planning. The primary new business item involves a…
Planning Board to review 24-lot subdivision on Creek Road
The Moorestown Planning Board will consider two subdivision applications: a minor subdivision on Haines Mill Road and a major 24-lot subdivision on Creek Road. The board will also adopt minutes from the August 6 meeting and may take official action on any agenda item.
Planning Board to hear proposals for housing, offices, and subdivisions
The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on September 3, 2026, starting at 7:30 PM. The agenda includes resolutions for several preliminary and final site plans and subdivisions, as well as development review hearings for a minor subdivision and a building addition. These are public hearings where the…
Zoning Board to hear PSE&G switching station and five variance requests
The Woodbridge Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to adopt resolutions for previously granted applications and conduct public hearings on six items, including a PSE&G switching station and several residential variance requests. The board will also approve minutes from its August 20, 2026 meeting.
Board of Adjustments to review six residential development applications
The Edgewater Board of Adjustments will meet on September 2, 2026, to review six residential development applications deemed complete. These include requests to construct new duplexes and single-family homes, as well as expansions to existing two-family dwellings. The meeting will also include procedural items such as…
Planning Board to review major site plan for 17-33 South Passaic Ave
The Chatham Borough Planning Board is meeting to consider a preliminary and final major site plan application for properties at 17, 23, and 33 South Passaic Avenue. The board will also vote on resolutions for two previously discussed applications: one for 29-39 River Road and one for 548 Main Street. The agenda…
Planning Board to continue hearing on Washington Ave site plan
The Nutley Planning Board will hold a continuation hearing for a preliminary and final major site plan application by Galaxy Invest, Inc. for 536-544 Washington Avenue. The board will also review the status of prohibited uses and definitions submitted to the Board of Commissioners. Other agenda items are routine…
Zoning board to hear bulk/use variance requests for homes, AC unit, garage
The Wall Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a workshop and regular meeting to consider several variance applications, including requests to install an AC unit in a front yard, build a shed and oversized garage, and construct single-family homes in various zones. Two applications are being carried to the…
Council to vote on Warner Theater purchase option, ATV rules, and more
The Ridgewood Village Council is holding a special public meeting with public hearings on six ordinances, including a $375,000 bond ordinance for an option to purchase the Warner Theater, and a resolution to extend that option. The consent agenda includes resolutions on surplus property, a settlement agreement…
East Orange Planning & Zoning Boards meet on September 2, 2026
The agenda lists hearing documents and planning reviews for properties at 65 Washington St, 46 Madonna Place, and 45 William Street. No further details or specific actions are provided in the agenda text.
Clifton zoning board to hear 8 variance requests, including mixed-use conversion
The Clifton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on September 2, 2026, to hear continued and new applications for zoning variances. Items include requests for additional signage, a mixed-use conversion, new home construction, and a fast-food restaurant conversion. The board will also adopt…
Plainsboro zoning board meeting cancelled
The Plainsboro Township Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for September 2, 2026, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.
Zoning board to hear two variance requests, including storage containers at 34 Maple Ave.
The Montville Township Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a regular meeting on September 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The board will consider two new variance applications: one for six storage containers at 34 Maple Avenue and another for a home addition at 104 Pinebrook Road. They will also vote on resolutions for…