Planning Board

Function

The function of the planning board is basically to oversee the "official map" of the borough. They review capital improvement projects and coordinate the "Master Plan" for the town.

Meetings

Notice of all meetings is given to the public in accordance with the requirements of the "Open Public Meetings Act" (Sunshine Law) and the Municipal Land Use Law. All meetings are open to the general public in accordance with the requirements of the "Open Public Meetings Act".

Ordinances

Copies of the Borough of Roseland Land Development Ordinance may be purchased at the : Borough Clerk's office at Borough Hall, 140 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland NJ.

Responsibilities

Adoption of a Master Plan, Subdivision control and site plan review for permitted uses, Recommendations as to the official map of the Borough, Conditional use applications, Recommendations as to the zoning ordinance or amendments thereto, Review of Capital Improvement Projects, and Variances under certain circumstances in connection with site plans and subdivisions.

Board Structure

A nine member board with two alternates authorized to exercise power with regard to the items listed above.