River Edge Land Use Board Grapples with Compliance Issues Amidst Homeowner Variance Requests

Overview: The River Edge Land Use Board meeting on July 8, 2026, primarily focused on addressing significant compliance discrepancies associated with residential properties, while considering variance requests from homeowners attempting to navigate these issues. The board’s discussions highlighted concerns regarding accountability, the accuracy of submitted building plans, and the implications for property owners who inadvertently found themselves in non-compliance with municipal regulations.

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Mayor:
Thomas Papaleo
Land Use Board Officials:
Chris Caslin (Member – Chairman), Richard Mehrman (Member – Vice Chairman), Eileen Boland (Member), Dario Chinigo (Member), Ryan Gibbons (Member – Secretary), Michael Krey (Member), Bruce Feffer (Member), Colin Busteed (Alternate #2), Tom Behrens (Borough Planner), Robert Costa (Engineer), Stephen Depken (Land Use Zoning Officer), Marina Stinely (Land Use Attorney), Ed Alter (Land Use Clerk)

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