Affordable Housing

Franklin Lakes decides Land Use and Fair Housing Element of Master Plan

Posted in: Affordable Housing, Bergen County NJ, Master Plan by | No Comments Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Public Notice:

Borough of Franklin Lakes Legal Notice Planning Board Notice is hereby given that at the regular meeting of the Planning Board on December 18, 2013, the following decisions were given: Resolution Memorializing the Land Use and Fair Share Housing Element of the Master Plan, approved on December 12, 2013 and Resolution declaring the Ordinance 1579 to be consistent with the Land Use and Housing Element of the Master Plan. A copy of these resolutions are on file in the Planning Board office, in the Municipal Building, De Korte Drive, Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. Maria Berardi Planning Board Clerk Ridgewood News-3615535 Fee: $11.48 December 27, 2013

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Bergenfiled Zoning Board of Adjustment Approves 62 Unit Apartment Building

Posted in: Affordable Housing, Apartments, Bergen County NJ, Infill, Site Plan - Subdivision by | No Comments Monday, December 9, 2013

NOTICE OF DECISION BERGENFIELD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Please be advised that at a meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment the application of Landmark Equities, LLC for a Use Variance and Major Site Plan with other variance relief to construct a four-story, sixty-two (62) unit multi-family residential apartment building along with associated parking and storm-water management improvements, nine (9) of which would be for affordable housing for property located at Annex Place and West Johnson Avenue on Block 84, Lot 14, and Block 87, Lots 1 and 6, was approved on November 4, 2013 and memorialized December 2, 2013. The Resolution is available for review during regular business hours in the Bergenfield Municipal Building, 198 North Washington Avenue. Dec 5, 2013-fee:$19.85 (21) 3606452

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Dumont Discusses COAH Third Round Obligation at Special Joint Meeting

Posted in: Affordable Housing, Bergen County NJ by | No Comments Friday, December 6, 2013

Public Notice:

 

Borough of Dumont Bergen County, N.J. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Land Use Board of the Borough of Dumont will be holding a specialjoint public meetingwith the Dumont Borough Council on December 17, 2013 to commence at 8:00p.m. During said meeting the Land Use Board shall consider the adoption of a Third Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan for inclusion in the Borough of Dumont Master Plan and recommendation to the Borough governing body for submission to the Council on Affordable Housing. The meeting will take place in the Senior Center, located at 39 Dumont Avenue, Dumont, N.J. A copy of the proposed plan is available for review at the Municipal Building during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00p.m. Formal action will be taken. Dec 2, 2013-fee:$23.63 (25) 3604567
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Ocean Township Ocean County, to Hear Application for 76 Age-Restricted, Affordable Rental Community

Posted in: Affordable Housing, age-restricted, Apartments, Ocean County NJ, Site Plan - Subdivision by | No Comments Saturday, November 30, 2013

 

Ocean Township

Affordable Housing in Ocean Township

Public Notice:

 

TOWNSHIP OF OCEAN COUNTY OF OCEANNEWSPAPER PUBLICATION OF NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Township of Ocean Planning Board (the “Board”) will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, December 5, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. in the Township of Ocean Town Hall at 50 Railroad Avenue, Waretown, New Jersey, County of Ocean.
The Application is made by MBI Development Company, Inc. (the “Applicant”) concerning the property identified as Block 41, Lots 25, 26, 27, 28, 29.03, 29.07, 30, and 36.01 on the Tax Map of the Township of Ocean.
The Applicant seeks to construct a three story 76 Unit Residential Structure for age restricted (senior) affordable rental housing.
The purpose of the hearing is to consider an application for an Amended Major Site Plan (Preliminary and Final Approval), a Minor Subdivision, Bulk Variances, Site Plan Waivers (if necessary) and such other relief as may be deemed appropriate.
Application is made for the purpose of the following relief:
-An amended Major Site Plan (Preliminary and Final Approval) to construct a three story 76 unit Residential Structure for age restricted (senior) affordable rental housing;
-A Minor Subdivision to subdivide one (1) lot to create three (3) lots;
Parking setback line: The Applicant seeks approval of an approximate 17′ parking setback where 25′ is required by Township Ordinance;
Maximum height of building: The Applicant seeks a 3 story structure whereas 2.5 stories are the maximum allowed by Ordinance. The 3 story height is consistent with the prior existing approval on the Premises;
Right-of-way: Willow Street meets the 60′ right-of-way requirement, however, Willow Street will be a private street and not a municipal street;
Memorial Drive sidewalk (both sides): The Township Zoning Ordinance requires a 10′ wide sidewalk on both sides of a street. Applicant proposes a 4′ sidewalk on one side, as the Applicant does not have ownership or control of the other side of Memorial Drive;
Willow Street sidewalk (both sides): The Township Zoning Ordinance requires a 10′ wide sidewalk on both sides of a street. Applicant proposes a 86′ sidewalk on one side. The Applicant has safety concerns about sidewalks on both sides of the privately owned Willow Street;
Parking requirements on both sides of Memorial Drive: The Township Ordinance requires 9′ wide parking spaces on both sides of a street. As previously indicated, the Applicant does not own or control the other side of Memorial Drive. In addition, the Applicant proposes no parking on Memorial Drive as there is sufficient parking within the development;
Parking requirements on both sides of Willow Street: The Township Ordinance requires 9′ wide parking facilities on both sides of a street. The Applicant proposes 20 angled parking spaces on one side of Willow Street; and
-Any and all other waivers, variances, or approvals that the Board may require.
A copy of the proposed plan(s) are available for public inspection during official hours at the office of the Board in the Municipal Building, 50 Railroad Avenue, Waretown, New Jersey, County of Ocean. For more information please call (609) 693-3302.
Further take notice that said Board may at its discretion, adjourn, postpone, or continue the said hearings from time to time, and you are hereby notified that you should make diligent inquiry of the Board Secretary concerning such adjournments, postponements, or continuations.
MBI Development Company Inc.
c/o The D’Elia Law Firm, LLC
13000 Lincoln Drive West, Suite 300
Marlton, New Jersey 08053
($99.00) 913726
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CIty of Orange Housing Development Corp. puts out RFP for Contractor

Posted in: Affordable Housing, Contractors, Essex County NJ, RFP/RFQ by | No Comments Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Public Notice:

 

  REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS THE ORANGE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION The Orange Housing Development Corporation invites qualified contractors to submit sealed bids for: OAKWOOD AVENUE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT Construction of a new 3-story, +/- 10,710 gsf, 7-unit, wood framed, residential apartment building with associated site improvements located on Oakwood Avenue in Orange, New Jersey.  The project will be awarded as a single-prime contract for construction to a general contractor. All qualified Contractors may obtain documentation at KNTM Architects, L.L.C. offices located at 28 Washington Street, East Orange, NJ 07017. Appointment is necessary. Drawings, specifications, forms of bid, and bonds for proposed work are available for pickup weekdays from Thursday, November 7, 2013 through Thursday, November 14, 2013. Pick up appointments will be accepted between the hours of 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon and 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The final date to pick up the drawings will be Thursday, November 14, 2013 after the pre-bid meeting. You must schedule an appointment to pick up the documents on any of the above dates. Call Karen Nichols, Project Manager at 973-676-7700 Ext. 1#. There will be a non-refundable fee of Two Hundred Dollars ($200.00) in the form of a check or money order payable to Orange Housing Development Corporation that will be required for each set of the bid documents.  Bidders must be registered to do business by the State of New Jersey and have required Registration Number. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 ET. SEQ and N.J.A.C. 17:27 ET SEQ. Bids must be submitted to The Orange Housing Development Corporation c/o Dr. Walter D. McNeil, Jr. (President), 340 Thomas Boulevard, Orange, NJ 07050. Bid responses will be accepted on Wednesday, December 18, 2013 no later than 2:00 p.m. There will be a bidder’s conference held Thursday, November 14, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the community room located at 105 Wilson Place, Orange, NJ 07050. Immediately following the conference, there will be a site visit at the project site. The bidder’s conference is not mandatory but is highly recommended and strongly encouraged.  The Orange Housing Development Corporation reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive defects or informalities, or to accept any bid as it shall deep for the best interest of The Orange Housing Development Corporation. ALL BIDS MUST BE MAILED OR HAND-DELIVERED . FAXES OR E-MAIL BIDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. ALL BIDDERS MUST SUBMIT (1) ORIGINAL AND (3) COPIES. ALL SUBMITTED BIDS MUST INCLUDE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS. Dr. Walter D. McNeil, Jr.  President The Orange Housing Development Corporation $133.40   
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Township of Ocean Redevelopment Committee, Ocean County, to hear 76 Unit Age-Restricted, Affordable Housing Application

Posted in: Affordable Housing, age-restricted, Apartments, Ocean County NJ, Redevelopment, Site Plan - Subdivision by | No Comments Saturday, November 2, 2013

TOWNSHIP OF OCEAN COUNTY OF OCEAN

NEWSPAPER PUBLICATION
OF NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Township of Ocean acting in its capacity as the Township of Ocean Redevelopment Committee (the “Committee”) will conduct a public hearing on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at 6:00 P.M. in the Township of Ocean Town Hall at 50 Railroad Avenue, Waretown, New Jersey, County of Ocean.
The Application is made by MBI Development Inc. (the “Applicant”) concerning the property identified as Block 41, Lots 25, 26, 27, 28, 29.03, 29.07, 30, and 36.01 on the Tax Map of the Township of Ocean.
The Applicant seeks to construct a three story 76 Unit Residential Structure for age restricted (senior) affordable rental housing.
The purpose of the hearing is to make a determination that the proposed Plan is consistent with the legal requirements of the Township of Ocean Economic Redevelopment Plan together with any and all other approvals that the Committee may require or deem appropriate.
A copy of the proposed plan(s) are available for public inspection during official hours at the office of the Committee in the Municipal Building, 50 Railroad Avenue, Waretown, New Jersey, County of Ocean. For more information please call (609) 693-3302.
Further take notice that said Committee may at its discretion, adjourn, postpone, or continue the said hearings from time to time, and you are hereby notified that you should make diligent inquiry of the Committee Secretary concerning such adjournments, postponements, or continuations.
MBI Development Inc
c/o The D’Elia Law Firm, LLC
13000 Lincoln Drive West, Suite 300
Marlton, New Jersey 08053
($49.00) 893162

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Wharton Planning Board to Hear 66 Unit Town House Project

Posted in: Affordable Housing, Morris County NJ, Site Plan - Subdivision, Town Houses by | No Comments Thursday, October 31, 2013

Public Notice:

  BOROUGH OF WHARTON
PUBLIC NOTICE BOROUGH OF WHARTON PLANNING BOARD PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Wharton Woods, LLC, (the “Applicant”) has submitted an application to the Planning Board of the Borough of Wharton (the “Board”) for preliminary and final site plan approval with variances and waivers with respect to the property located on Old Irondale Road, Wharton, New Jersey (the “Property”). The Property is identified as Block 1603, Lot 14 on the official tax map of Borough of Wharton. The Applicant is proposing the development of a 66-unit multi-family residential townhome project on the Property. The Property is located within the Borough’s AH-2-Affordable Housing Zone District. The project includes the construction of affordable housing units. In addition to preliminary and final site plan approvals, the Applicant is requesting variances pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:55D-70(c)(1) and/or (c)(2), including variances from the following Sections of the Borough of Wharton Code: Section 165-74-Illumination levels exceeded Section 165-93D2- Structure exceeds overall building length of 200′ on one plane Townhouse structures have more than eight (8) units in one (1) townhouse building group Section 165-93D3-Less than 15% of total land area devoted to usable recreation space Section 165-94E1-Walls exceed six (6) feet in height in certain locations Section 165-94E3-Walls exceed six (6) feet in height in locations and are not terraced Section 165-90G2(b)- No building shall be closer to another building than the height of the tallest building on site Section 165-97- A 25′ landscape buffer is not provided around the entire perimeter of Property Section 165-97E-Structures are proposed in the landscape buffer area Section 165-99D-Steep Slope Disturbance Variance Design waivers are also requested with respect to Sections 165-52D & E, regarding right of way on Old Irondale Road and Section 267-4F pertaining to stormwater infiltration. In addition to the above approvals, the Applicant requests that the application be deemed amended to include, and that the Board grant any additional approvals, variances, exceptions, or waivers determined to be necessary or desirable in the review and processing of this application, whether requested by the Applicant, the Board or otherwise. A public hearing on said application will be held by the Board on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Borough of Wharton, Municipal Building, 10 Robert Street, Wharton, NJ 07885, at which time any interested party may appear, if they so desire, either in person, or by agent or attorney and ask questions, cross examine witnesses and present testimony and any comments they may have with respect to this application. All maps and documents relating to this application are on file with the Municipal Clerk, located in the Borough of Wharton, Municipal Building, 10 Robert Street, Wharton, NJ 07885, and may be inspected by the public between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (except holidays). INGLESINO, PEARLMAN, WYCISKALA & TAYLOR, LLC Attorneys for Wharton Woods, LLC ($48.36) 890170  
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Housing Authority of Elizabeth NJ is seeking Legal Services

Posted in: Affordable Housing, Legal, Union County NJ by | No Comments Monday, October 28, 2013

Public Notice:

  Request for Proposal: Legal Services  The Housing Authority of the City of Elizabeth, 688 Maple Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey is seeking proposals for LEGAL SERVICES in connection with the operation and management of said Authority. Services will include, but not be limited to, attendance at Housing Authority of the City of Elizabeth meetings; land acquisition; advising officers and employees; representing the Authority in court on routine matters and evictions; negotiating labor and employment contracts with labor unions representing Housing Authority of the Elizabeth employee; Hope VI Program policies, development and agreements; reviewing and handing all contracts and matters arising under same. The Authority is responsible for all management and rental aspects for 1305 Family and senior housing units and approximately 1,200 section 8 certificates. YOUR PROPOSAL MUST INCLUDE: 1.Demonstrate experience working with public agencies, public sector negotiations and labor union negotiations. 2.Demonstrate experience in Real Estate/Tenancy, with a successful record in eviction for non-payment of rent and/or drug-related convictions. 3.Demonstrate experience in Contract Law. 4.Litigation experience in the field of public sector and employment law. 5.Understanding of Federal, State, and Municipal Statutes, Regulations, Ordinances, etc. 6.Names, education and professional experience or each attorney associated with proponent and identification of who would provide each service. 7.Price Quote for Annual (12 month) fee. To request a copy of the RFP please email Mr. Michael Medeiros, QPA at mm@hacenj.com or contact at (908) 965-2400 Ext. 116. The RFP can be picked up at the administration building, 688 Maple Ave Elizabeth NJ 07202, or emailed to you upon request. Sealed packages will be received at the Housing Authority of the City of Elizabeth, to the attention of Michael Medeiros, 688 Maple Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07202 no later than 12:00 p.m. prevailing time on Wednesday, November 13, 2013. All Proposals must be in a sealed envelope marked: REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR: LEGAL SERVICES FOR THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF ELIZABETH Any questions pertaining to this matter must be directed to Barbara J. Johnson of Director of Administration/Finance at (908) 965-2400, Ext. 113. For: William D. Jones Executive Director 10/23,28/2013 $234.32  

Hackensack Housing Authority puts out RFP for a Physical Condition Assessment

Posted in: Affordable Housing, Architect, Bergen County NJ, Counties, Engineering, RFP/RFQ by | No Comments Monday, October 21, 2013

Public Notice:

 

  Request for Proposals  The Housing Authority of the City of Hackensack, New Jersey will accept proposals for the following services:  “Architectural/Engineering Services” It is the Housing Authority’s desire to retain a duly qualified, competent and capable architect/engineer to prepare a Physical Condition Assessment (PCA). All services must be in accordance with the existing laws, rules, orders, directives and regulations governing these services and supplies.  All persons interested in submitting a proposal for architectural/engineering services should contact the Housing Authority of the City of Hackensack in order to receive a copy of the formal Request for Proposals. The RFP specifies the scope of the services and the requirements for submitting proposals.  All proposals must be submitted to the office of the Housing Authority of the City of Hackensack, 65 First Street, Hackensack, New Jersey on or before November 26th, 2013 by 10:00 AM. The buildings are available for inspection between the hours of 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday.  The Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any and all proposals received for these services. It also reserves the right to terminate the architect/engineer, for convenience, at any time during the term of the contract.  JOHN BELLOCCHIO Executive Director  Date: 10/17/13 10/21/2013 $69.60  
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MIlltown amends Ordinance to address Affordable Housing Requirements

Posted in: Affordable Housing, Middlesex County NJ by | No Comments Sunday, October 20, 2013

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  BOROUGH OF MILLTOWN  Ordinance #13-1385 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MILLTOWN TO ADDRESS THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE COURT AND THE COUNCIL ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING (COAH) REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE BOROUGH’S AFFORDABLE HOUSING OBLIGATIONS ADDING CHAPTER XXXIV, COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT, SECTION 34-18, AFFORDABLE HOUSING Public Notice is hereby given that the above Ordinance, following a public hearing according to law, was finally adopted on second reading by the Borough Council of the Borough of Milltown, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey on the 15th day of October, 2013. Michael S. Januszka, RMC Clerk of the Borough of Milltown —-  Ordinance #13-1386 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF MILLTOWN TO ADDRESS THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE COURT AND THE COUNCIL ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING (COAH) REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE BOROUGH’S AFFORDABLE HOUSING OBLIGATIONS ADDING CHAPTER XXXIV, COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT, SECTION 34-18A, DEVELOPMENT FEES   Public Notice is hereby given that the above Ordinance, following a public hearing according to law, was finally adopted on second reading by the Borough Council of the Borough of Milltown, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey on the 15th day of October, 2013. Michael S. Januszka, RMC Clerk of the Borough of Milltown —-  Ordinance #13-1387 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER XXXIV, COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT, OF REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF MILLTOWN, COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO ADD SECTION 34-34 STEEP SLOPES AND SECTION 34-35 RIPARIAN BUFFER AREA REGULATIONS. Public Notice is hereby given that the above Ordinance, following a public hearing according to law, was finally adopted on second reading by the Borough Council of the Borough of Milltown, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey on the 15th day of October, 2013. Michael S. Januszka, RMC Clerk of the Borough of Milltown
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