Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, NJ Planning Board
Sundays tracks every public Planning Board meeting in Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, NJ and summarizes what was decided — master-plan re-examinations, redevelopment areas, rezonings and land-use ordinances. Land-use items are kept off the weekly Sundays email (they're a specialist read), but every one is archived here and verified against the official meeting record. 32 items on file; most recent August 21, 2026.
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Application 26:507 — Rob Shonda Vroni, 20 Glacier Drive (major soil moving permit)
The Board considered a resolution for Application 26:507 for a major soil moving permit at 20 Glacier Drive (Block 174, Lot 28, Zone R-3). A motion and second were made, and the resolution was approved unanimously by the members voting.
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Opening public comment period (general public)
The Chair opened the meeting to the general public for comments on any board item on the agenda. No members of the public came forward to speak, and the comment period closed without remarks.
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Open public session (first public comment period)
The Council opened the public session for public comment with a five-minute limit per speaker and instructions to state one’s name. Multiple speakers raised issues including data center regulation, records requests and easements, redevelopment questions, traffic and apartment development concerns, budget/capital fund balance questions, website privacy concerns, and a request to require speakers to state name and address.
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Public comment: ALPR/Flock cameras, surveillance concerns, and data centers
A public commenter urged the township to consider ordinances addressing automated license plate reader cameras (including Flock) and data centers, citing privacy, constitutional concerns, and resource impacts, and suggested pressuring private property owners to remove such cameras.
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Mayor’s report: redevelopment designations, PILOT process, and committee member removals
The mayor addressed redevelopment “area in need of redevelopment” designations, stated opposition to PILOT agreements while emphasizing a transparent review process, and explained standards and concerns related to removing two township committee members amid allegations of corruption and expectations for committee participation.
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Public Comment Period on Application 26-506 (Comments)
The chair opened the floor for public comments on Application 26-506. No members of the public provided comments, and the public portion was closed.
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Application 26-506: Swearing and Acceptance of Planning Expert
The applicant’s planner, John McDonald, was sworn in and accepted as an expert professional planner without objection. He stated he is a licensed professional planner in New Jersey and provided his business address in Parsippany.
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Public Questions on Application 26-506 (Engineering Testimony)
Two residents asked questions about the subdivision: one about preserving the existing farmhouse and potential artifacts, and another about water tables and flooding impacts from future construction. The applicant’s team responded that the existing house would remain and that future construction would be subject to stormwater and construction code requirements through permitting.
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Application 26-506: Witness Swearing and Acceptance of Engineering Expert
For Application 26-506, the applicant’s attorney introduced witnesses. The board swore in the applicant’s engineer, Frank Matarazzo, and accepted him as an expert in civil engineering and land surveying without objection.
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Opening Public Comment Period (Non-Agenda Items)
The chair opened the meeting to public comment for items not on the agenda. No members of the public came forward, and the public portion was closed.
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Close public session (general public comment)
Council closed the public session after public comments and responses regarding multiple topics, including the Forest/Woodland Drive project, lighting ordinance concerns, data centers, and a liquor license transfer question.
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Open public session (general public comment)
Council opened the public session for general comments (five-minute limit stated). Multiple residents spoke, primarily about the Forest Drive/Woodland Drive road project, and also raised issues including drainage documentation, curb design and workmanship on Pit Road, preserving rural character, algae concerns near a pool/pond, lighting ordinance updates, data centers, and a liquor license transfer item.
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Application 26-507 (20 Glacier Drive) major soil moving permit
The Board heard and approved application 26-507 for a major soil moving permit at 20 Glacier Drive (Block 174, Lot 28; R-3). The applicant described basement-related excavation and trucking; the Board imposed compliance with the Township Engineer’s memo, including drainage/roof runoff measures. One board member recused due to the 200-foot rule.
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Opening public comment period (items not on the agenda)
The Chair opened the meeting to the general public for comments on items not on the agenda. No members of the public came forward to speak.
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Board member announcement regarding passing of former Board of Adjustment member
A board member announced the death of Bernie Burkowitz, noting his years of service as a Symphony judge and on the Board of Adjustment, and that his funeral was held that day.
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Public comment period (opening) — no comments offered
An opening public comment opportunity was offered. No members of the public came forward to ask questions or provide comments at that time.
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Application 26-503: Ruckers Builders LLC (Rucker Lane, Block 767, Lot 7.3) — Major soil moving permit
The Board heard Application 26-503 by Ruckers Builders LLC for a major soil moving permit and approved it unanimously after brief testimony regarding the scope of soil movement and truck routing/time-of-operation compliance.
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Approval of resolution for Application No. 26-502 (Toll NJ1 LLC, Gate Old Drive, Block 175, Lot 52)
The Board approved a resolution for Application No. 26-502 for Toll NJ1 LLC (Gate Old Drive, Block 175, Lot 52). The motion was made and seconded and passed unanimously by the members voting.
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Second Reading: Zoning Amendment for Tattoo Establishments
The Council approved an ordinance expanding the definition of personal services in the municipal zoning code to include tattoo establishments, following a public hearing with a prospective business owner.
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Public Comment: Toll New Jersey LLC Application
The board opened a specific public comment period for the Toll New Jersey LLC application, but no members of the public chose to speak.
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Meeting Opening and General Public Comment
The Planning Board meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with a roll call, the pledge of allegiance, and a general public comment period that saw no participants.
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Public Comment on Redevelopment Investigation
No members of the public commented on the Morris Hill Shopping Center redevelopment study.
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Discussion and Recommendation of Morris Hill Redevelopment Area
The board discussed the redevelopment study, raising concerns about future uses like apartments or warehouses, before voting to recommend the designation to the Council.
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Morris Hill Shopping Center Redevelopment Preliminary Investigation
Board Attorney Miss Winter presented a study recommending that the Morris Hill Shopping Center be declared an Area in Need of Redevelopment.
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Application for 30 Homell Road Extension and Carrying
The board voted to carry the application for 30 Homell Road to July 21, 2025, with a requirement for the applicant to re-notice the public.
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Opening Public Comment Period
The board opened the floor for general public comments on items not on the agenda, but no members of the public spoke.
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Legalization of Plastic Shed and Driveway by Linda Procurio
Linda Procurio sought to legalize a plastic shed, driveway pavers, and propane tank installation at her property on 21 Canton Road. The board approved the resolution, citing compliance with engineering and zoning requirements.
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Adult Daycare Center at 2900 Route 10
The board reviewed the application for an adult daycare center at 2900 Route 10, addressing zoning compliance, parking, accessibility, and operational details. The application was approved with conditions.
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Expanding Definition of Personal Services to Include Tattoo Establishments
This ordinance amends Chapter 430, Section 430-8A of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township municipal code, expanding the definition of personal services to include tattoo establishments, allowing such businesses within designated zoning areas.
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Approval for Sarah Care Adult Daycare Center
The board approved the application for Sarah Care Adult Daycare Center at 2900 Route 10, ensuring compliance with zoning, ADA, and operational guidelines for this community-focused facility.
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Approval of T-Mobile Application
The board approved the T-Mobile application for Block 712, Lot 43, after evaluating its compliance with zoning and planning requirements. The resolution passed unanimously with a detailed discussion of the proposal.
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Gas Station Application
This ordinance discusses the application for a gas station located at Block 120, Lot 16, focusing on zoning and compliance with township regulations. The board reviewed the application and approved it after confirming adherence to the required standards.