Bloomfield Township Planning Commission Meeting on August 5, 2026

The Bloomfield Township Planning Commission held a meeting on August 5, 2026, primarily focused on two major agenda items: a public hearing for the Hamlet open space preservation residential development and a site plan review for Malbury Square carport and parking lot improvements. The open space preservation development proposal involved subdividing three parcels totaling 7.33 acres into six single-family residential lots with 50% open space preserved under a conservation easement. The developer presented plans including utility installations, stormwater management, and architectural concepts. However, significant public opposition was voiced concerning neighborhood character, traffic, flooding, construction impacts, and deed restrictions. The Planning Commission ultimately voted 4-1 to recommend denial of the open space preservation plan, citing incompatibility with the neighborhood's character. The Malbury Square site plan involved demolition and replacement of existing carports, parking lot resurfacing, and installation of underground stormwater detention. The commission approved this plan subject to zoning board of appeals review and variance approvals. Additionally, the commission discussed a moratorium and potential ordinance amendments related to pickleball courts, focusing on noise mitigation and community impact. No direct contract awards or procurement decisions were made, but the meeting included significant discussion of development proposals and related infrastructure improvements.