Board approves front-yard pool variance for Ruggiero; one abstention

Mar 23, 2026

The Jefferson Township Land Use Board granted a variance allowing an in-ground pool in the front yard of a dual-fronting lot, increasing impervious coverage from 42% to a requested 48%; Mr. Small abstained from the approval vote.

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The Jefferson Township Land Use Board approved a bulk area variance for Mike Ruggiero to install an in-ground pool and patio that counts toward frontage on Whispering Pine Way and Chamberlain Road. Planner Jessica Caldwell told the board the property currently has 42% impervious coverage and the applicant is requesting 48%, where 30% is permitted; the applicant said some existing impervious surface will be removed and the pool liner replacement water will be discharged to the Chamberlain Road catch basin.

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