Planning board approves Golden Oak Estates 13-lot subdivision
Planning board approves Golden Oak Estates 13-lot subdivision at 476 Riva Avenue. The Planning Board unanimously approved a preliminary and final subdivision of a 32.7-acre property into 13 lots, consisting of 12 single-family homes and a detention basin, with variances granted for lot widths
Planning Board · Meeting of May 26, 2026
NJ EAST BRUNSWICK — Planning board approves Golden Oak Estates 13-lot subdivision at 476 Riva Avenue. The Planning Board unanimously approved a preliminary and final subdivision of a 32.7-acre property into 13 lots, consisting of 12 single-family homes and a detention basin, with variances granted for lot widths falling short of the 175-foot requirement. The applicant agreed to extensive conditions including engagement of a licensed site remediation professional to address environmental contamination, construction of bilateral sidewalks, conservation fencing around wetlands with safety signage restricting pond access, and establishment of a homeowners association for infrastructure maintenance.
The board required that any builder must hold a valid license from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs when applying for construction permits.
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Source: the Planning Board meeting of May 26, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.
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