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Meeting Summary
The Jersey City Zoning Board of Adjustment denied an appeal (Z2025-0082) challenging the administrative approval of a three-family dwelling at 6 Stegman Place, affirming staff's interpretation of density rounding rules and lot conformity standards. The board unanimously approved a four-unit residential development at 2624 Kennedy Boulevard (Z2023-0024) with height, density, and setback variances, following Historic Preservation Commission approval. A one-year extension was granted for 64 Harmon Street (Z2026-0020).
Key Decisions (6)
One-Year Extension at 64 Harmon Street
Extension granted for previously approved subdivision involving five lots with HUD-controlled section eight housing. Original approval from February 2024 required extended timeline due to HUD coordination. Developer now involved and seeking additional time to complete the subdivision.
Appeal of Administrative Determination at 6 Stegman Place
Appeal filed by neighbors Joel Arceo, Deborah Laurel, and Crystal Agriopoulos challenging administrative approval of a three-family dwelling on a 2,656 sq ft lot with 21.9 ft width in R-1 zone. Appellants argued density calculation (2.56 units rounded to 3) violated MLUL definition and that undersized lot required variance. Board affirmed staff's application of supplemental rounding standards and R-1 provision that all existing lots are conforming.
Four-Unit Residential Development at 2624 Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City Three Deals LLC approved for four-family residence in RH-2 zone and West Bergen East Lincoln Park Historic District. Project includes D6 height variance (44+ feet vs 35 ft permitted), D5 density variance (80 units/acre vs 42 permitted, 4 units vs 2 permitted), front yard setback variance (0.8 ft minimum vs 10 ft required), and rear yard setback variance (6.2 ft vs 10 ft required). Building designed to match historic block character with three stories over basement, ADA-compliant ground floor unit.
Development at 12 Harmon Street
M and T Partners LLC application (Z2025-0023) carried to April 9, 2026 meeting after neighbors indicated they were not informed of community meetings despite applicant's outreach efforts. Three residents present stated they only learned of meeting through certified letters received one week prior.
Case Z2026-0015 Carried
Appeal of administrative officer's determination for 615 Jersey Avenue carried to April 9 at applicant's request with preservation of notice.
Case Z2026-0004 Carried
Appeal of determination of significance for 32 Sherwin Place carried to April 9 at applicant's request with notice required.
Zoning Changes (2)
6 Stegman Place, Jersey City
Property owner
2624 Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City
Jersey City Three Deals LLC
Development Activity (3)
Three-Family Dwelling
Three-family dwelling on 2,656 sq ft lot (21.9 ft width) in R-1 Neighborhood Housing Zone. Existing 2.5-story single-family structure demolished. New three-story building approved administratively under 42 units/acre density standard with rounding.
Four-Unit Historic Residence
Four-story, four-unit residential building in RH-2 zone and West Bergen East Lincoln Park Historic District. Includes one ADA-compliant 2BR unit, two 3BR units, one 1BR unit. Building height 44+ feet with pitched roof and dormers. Designed to match historic block character with raised entry, bay windows, fish scale siding, brick base. In-unit washer/dryers, bike parking included. Two new street trees.
Subdivision Development
Five-lot subdivision involving property with HUD-controlled section eight housing. Piece subdivided from existing building for new development. One-year extension granted.
Market Signals (4)
Housing Demand
Jersey City's 2023 master plan revision changed R-1 zone from 'one and two family housing' to 'neighborhood housing' with 42 units/acre density standard, enabling increased density on conforming lots.
Housing Demand
Developer at 2624 Kennedy Boulevard reduced unit count from 7 to 4 and designed larger units with in-unit amenities to encourage condominium sales over rentals, responding to community preference for homeownership.
Sentiment
Historic preservation requirements in West Bergen East Lincoln Park district are driving building design from 'outside in' with extensive HPC review process taking approximately one year for certificate of appropriateness.
Housing Demand
Kennedy Boulevard corridor south of Journal Square shows high-density development pattern with existing buildings ranging from 125-147 units per acre, supporting density variance requests.