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The Planning Board is responsible
for the preparation and adoption of the Master Plan, which is
the guide for development of the community. It reviews and
recommends adoption of all amendments to the Land Development
Ordinance.
The Planning Board also reviews
all proposed subdivision of land for compliance with Article VII
of the Land Development Ordinance, which contains all standards
for development of new streets, sewers, and utilities.
The Planning Board is charged
under the Land Development Ordinance with the responsibility to
review all site plans, parking projects and major building
projects for proper design and drainage according to standards.
Regular Public Meetings are
scheduled for the first Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at
Borough Hall. Any changes to this schedule are published prior
to the meeting.
The Planning Board, through the
Master Plan and Land Development Ordinance, sets the pattern for
development of the community. It has additional powers under the
Land Use Law. It conducts hearings and may grant certain non-use
type variances.
The
Historical Commission researches older houses in the Borough of
Rumson and provides support to the Planning and Zoning Board.
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