Planning Commission Subdivision (Sub) Committee

Summary

Meeting Overview

The Subdivision Committee convened to consider six subdivision agenda items, taking 8 votes and hearing 7 public comments over the course of the meeting. The committee acted on a range of subdivision proposals, approving three items and postponing three others. Approved items included the Hazen Property on Montmolan Street Subdivision, the J4B and Sons and Hayman Subdivision, and the Rose Mill Subdivision Unit 2. The WML Properties, LLC Two Keys proposal, the Mount Laurel Lands Company, LLC Property, and the Hamburg Place Farm Sir Barton Way Office Park were each postponed. No date, time, location, or presiding officer information was available in the meeting record.

Votes and Decisions

The Commission took action on eight items during the May 7, 2026 meeting, with all motions carried unanimously. Madam Chair made the motion on each item.

• FRP26-9 – Turner Property 0:10: The Commission voted unanimously to postpone the Turner Property plan, subject to the 12 conditions recommended by staff.

• PLN-MJDP-2627 – Hazen Property, Montmolan Street Subdivision 0:23: The Commission voted unanimously to approve the Hazen Property, Montmolan Street Subdivision, subject to the 12 conditions recommended by staff.

• PLN-MJDP-2630 – WML Properties, LLC, 2 Keys 0:46: The Commission voted unanimously to postpone the WML Properties, LLC, 2 Keys application, subject to the 12 conditions recommended by staff.

• PLN-MJDP-2624 – Mount Laurel Lands Company, LLC 1:09: The Commission voted unanimously to postpone the Mount Laurel Lands Company, LLC property.

• PLN-MJDP-2625 – Tom Collins Farm 1:11: The Commission voted unanimously to postpone the Tom Collins Farm application.

• PLN-MJDP-2629 – J4B and Sons and Hayman Subdivision 1:34: The Commission voted unanimously to approve the J4B and Sons and Hayman Subdivision, subject to the 6 conditions recommended by staff.

• PLN-MJDP-2632 – Hamburg Place Farm, Sir Barton Way Office Park 1:56: The Commission voted unanimously to postpone the Hamburg Place Farm, Sir Barton Way Office Park application.

• PLN-MJDP-2633 – Rose Mill Subdivision Unit 2 2:16: The Commission voted unanimously to approve Rose Mill Subdivision Unit 2, subject to the 13 conditions recommended by staff.

In total, the Commission approved three items (PLN-MJDP-2627, PLN-MJDP-2629, and PLN-MJDP-2633) and postponed five items (FRP26-9, PLN-MJDP-2630, PLN-MJDP-2624, PLN-MJDP-2625, and PLN-MJDP-2632). No roll call vote details were recorded; all actions were taken unanimously.

Public Comment

Seven members of the public addressed the Commission during the meeting, with comments clustered around two main topics: the proposed Two Keys patio construction and a separate development on Southland Drive.

Two Keys Patio Development

Five speakers raised concerns about the Two Keys patio project [timestamp: 32:20–42:08]:

• David Burton 32:20 argued that the patio's proximity to residential properties would negatively affect residents' quality of life and the rentability of nearby units.
• Mark Matthews 35:31 opposed a waiver that would allow reduced landscaping at the site, contending that new developments should be required to comply with current codes rather than receive exemptions.
• Caroline Glass 37:40 described privacy and noise concerns specific to her property, noting that the elevated patio would directly overlook her home.
• Nia Gandolfo 40:26 raised safety and noise concerns, highlighting the project's proximity to student housing as a particular point of concern.
• Graham Hill 42:08 echoed concerns about noise and additionally flagged increased parking pressure in the surrounding area as a likely consequence of the development.

Southland Drive Development

Two speakers commented on a separate project later in the meeting [timestamp: 2:10:44–2:12:24]:

• Linda Froelich 2:10:44 expressed support for a new coffee shop and record store proposed as part of the development, though she raised concern about potential future reductions to the tree canopy in the area.
• Brandon Gross 2:12:24 offered support for the Southland Drive project overall, emphasizing its potential to revitalize the surrounding area.

The majority of public comment centered on the Two Keys patio, with neighboring residents consistently raising issues of noise, privacy, safety, and landscaping standards.

Contested Items

• Two Keys Patio Construction: This item drew community opposition from residents who raised concerns about the proposed patio construction at Two Keys and its potential impact on neighboring properties. Residents specifically cited issues related to noise, privacy, and safety stemming from the patio's proximity to residential areas. The structured data does not indicate the specific outcome of this discussion or the final decision reached by the Commission.

Hazen Property, Montmolan Street Subdivision

Agenda Item: PLN-MJDP-2627 | 11:01

The Commission took up the Hazen Property, Montmolan Street Subdivision as a discussion item, with Rory Kaley serving as the key speaker presenting the proposal.

The plan centers on a multi-story mixed-use building developed under neighborhood business form-based project provisions. Notable updates to the proposal include a consolidated vehicular entrance and a revised parking structure, reflecting changes from earlier iterations of the project.

The Commission ultimately approved the item.

*Note: The available record for this item is limited. Additional details regarding specific concerns raised, the full scope of debate, or other speakers may be found by reviewing the meeting video beginning at the timestamp above.*

WML Properties, LLC, Two Keys

Agenda Item: PLN-MJDP-2630 | 24:33

The Commission took up agenda item PLN-MJDP-2630, a discussion item concerning a proposal by WML Properties, LLC related to the Two Keys location. The plan involves converting a former restaurant space into a new restaurant with an accompanying patio.

Scott Schutte was a key speaker during this portion of the meeting.

• Proposal: The applicant seeks to repurpose an existing former restaurant into a new restaurant use, including the addition of a patio area.
• Concerns raised: Discussion touched on several issues, including noise impacts, safety considerations, and whether the proposal complies with applicable zoning ordinances.

Outcome: The item was postponed, meaning no final decision was reached at this meeting. The Commission did not approve or deny the application at this time.

Mount Laurel Lands Company, LLC Property

Agenda Item: PLN-MJDP-2624 47:06

The Commission took up a discussion item concerning a property owned by Mount Laurel Lands Company, LLC. Key speaker Matt Minier presented a plan proposing the construction of two buildings intended to serve as incubator spaces for contractors and tradesmen.

During the discussion, several concerns were raised regarding the feasibility and readiness of the proposal:

• Sanitary sewer capacity — Questions were raised about whether existing sewer infrastructure could adequately support the demands of the proposed development.
• Stormwater management — The plan's approach to handling stormwater was identified as an area requiring further attention and resolution before the project could move forward.

Ultimately, the item was postponed, indicating that the outstanding concerns related to sewer capacity and stormwater management would need to be addressed before the Commission could take further action on the proposal.

J4B and Sons and Hayman Subdivision

Agenda Item: PLN-MJDP-2629 1:11:01

The Commission took up agenda item PLN-MJDP-2629, a major development plan for the J4B and Sons and Hayman Subdivision. The plan depicts a multi-family residential development with associated parking.

Key Discussion Points:

• The presentation and discussion centered on the proposed multi-family residential development, with commissioners and staff reviewing the site plan and its associated parking provisions.
• Stormwater management was identified as a topic of discussion, with the Commission examining how the development would handle drainage and related infrastructure requirements.
• Street improvements were also addressed as part of the review, reflecting the Commission's consideration of the development's impact on surrounding roadways and access.

Key Speakers:

• Yehia Khalil was the primary speaker associated with this agenda item.

Outcome:

The Commission approved agenda item PLN-MJDP-2629.

Hamburg Place Farm, Sir Barton Way Office Park

Agenda Item: PLN-MJDP-2632 | 1:34:33

The Commission took up a discussion item concerning a proposed multi-family residential development at Hamburg Place Farm, located in the Sir Barton Way Office Park area.

Key Discussion Points:

• The proposal centers on a multi-family residential development for the site
• Commissioners raised concerns regarding cross parcel access — specifically how residents and vehicles would move between parcels within the development
• A second point of concern involved the requirement for a second access point for developments of 100 units or more, which has implications for how this project would need to be configured or approved

Key Speakers:

• Dick Murphy was identified as a key speaker in the discussion

Outcome:

The item was postponed. The concerns raised — particularly around cross parcel access arrangements and the second access threshold tied to unit count — were not resolved during the meeting, necessitating further review before the Commission could move forward.

Readers interested in the full discussion can refer to the meeting video beginning at approximately 1:34:33.

Rose Mill Subdivision Unit 2

Agenda Item: PLN-MJDP-2633 | 1:56:45

The Commission took up this discussion item concerning a proposed zoning change and associated variance requests for a parcel within the Rose Mill Subdivision Unit 2 development.

What Was Presented:

• The proposal calls for rezoning the subject property from a professional office zone to a neighborhood business zone to accommodate two intended commercial uses: a coffee shop and a record store.
• Along with the rezoning request, the applicant sought variances related to parking and landscaping, which were discussed by the Commission as part of the review.

Key Speakers:

• Tony Barrett was the key speaker on this item, presenting or addressing the Commission regarding the details of the plan, including the rationale for the zone change and the variance requests.

Discussion and Concerns:

• The Commission's discussion centered on the zone change from professional office to neighborhood business, as well as the parking and landscaping variances. These variances suggest the proposed development may not fully meet standard code requirements for those elements, prompting deliberation among commissioners before a decision was reached.

Outcome:

• The item was approved by the Commission.