Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Zoning Board of Adjustment reviews applications which propose to utilize property in a manner not consistent with municipal zoning laws. They review applications for variances which are, essentially, non-permitted uses. The Board of Adjustment is empowered to grant exceptions to the zoning ordinances in cases where the literal and rigid interpretation and enforcement of the zoning laws would cause a hardship or injustice.
Because zoning variances may infringe on the rights of neighbors, an applicant must meet specific criteria contained in the State Municipal Land Use Laws. Items to consider when requesting a variance are special reasons, benefits, negative criteria, and hardships. Zoning laws require that notice be served on all property owners within 200 feet of the applicant’s property. Notices must be sent by Certified Mail. The law also requires this notice be published in a local newspaper. These forms of notification alert neighbors that a variance is being requested and advises them of them fact that all interested citizens will be assured an opportunity to attend and be heard at the public meeting. All Corporations Must be represented by an attorney. Individuals have a choice of either presenting their own application before the Board or being represented by an attorney.
The Board meets on the 4th Monday of the Month at 7:30pm. Meeting are held at the Municipal Building, 227 Phillips Ave. South Hackensack.
Board Members
| Name | Term Expires |
|---|---|
| Joseph D'Amico | 12/31/14 |
| John Falato | 12/31/12 |
| Fred Hum | 12/31/12 |
| Lou LoPiccolo | 12/31/13 |
| Angelo Marrella | 12/31/15 |
| Luis Perdomo | 12/31/13 |
| Brian Veprek, Sr. | 12/31/14 |
| Michael Nasta, Jr.- Alternate #1 | 12/31/12 |
| Alternate #2 |
Secretary
Lydia Heinzelman
zoningboard@southhackensacknj.org
Attorney
Gregg A. Padovano
Beattie Padovano LLC
50 Chestnut Ridge Rd.
Montvale, NJ 07645
Phone (201) 573-1810
Engineer
Boswell McClave Engineering
330 Phillips Ave.
South Hackensack, N. 07606
Phone (201) 641-0770
Fax 201 641-1831
Zoning Enforcement Officer
Raymond DeRiso