Board dismisses multiple pending applications without prejudice, leaving door open to resubmission

The Kenilworth Borough Planning Board voted to dismiss without prejudice a set of pending applications for properties, including applications for 720 Boulevard and 730 Jefferson Avenue. The dismissals were recorded so the applications do not remain inactive on the board’s docket, and the actions expressly allow applicants to reapply in the future.

Board attorney Michael Rago explained that dismissing without prejudice removes the items from the current agenda shelf while keeping the applicants able to return with the same or modified proposals when they are ready.

Why it matters: Dismissing without prejudice clears the board’s calendar of inactive matters while not preventing applicants from later returning. It helps the board manage its docket and ensures only active matters remain pending.

Key points: The board discussed the motion and voted to dismiss the applications without prejudice. The action preserves applicants’ rights to resubmit and avoids indefinite pending status on the board’s docket.

Discussion versus action: Applicants notified the board they are not moving forward now; the board formally dismissed the matters without prejudice by motion and roll call.

Next steps: Applicants may resubmit when prepared; the board will treat returned applications as new or as allowed under applicable resubmission rules.