OPRA REQUEST - 1840 Lake Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Dear Scotch Plains Township,
Please accept this electronic request for public records made under OPRA and the common law right of access. I am not required to fill out an official form or use a particular software platform to submit my request per NJSA 47:1A-6(f), which states that an email from a requestor including all of the information required on the adopted form shall suffice in place of a completed form as a valid government record request.
I HAVE NOT been convicted of any indictable offense under the laws of New Jersey, any other state, or the United States.
I WILL NOT use the requested government records for a commercial purpose.
I AM NOT seeking records in connection with a legal proceeding.
Records requested:
Client/Buyer: Marina Sadykov
Seller: Kevin A. Contreras
Property: 1840 Lake Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Please be advised that this office represents the Buyers in connection with the purchase
of the above referenced property.
We are requesting a digital format of all OPEN and CLOSED permits, Certificates of Approval and other documents available pertaining to above referenced Property for the time period of Jan. 1972 - PRESENT:
1. Construction permits (all OPEN and CLOSED permits, Certificates of Approval) and approvals for any improvements made on the Property);
2. Oil tank (above or below ground) installation, removal and/or decommissioning permits; and gas conversion;
3. Propane tanks installation and/or decommissioning permits;
4. Septic system installation and/or decommissioning permits and/or public sewer connection;
5. Well installation and/or decommissioning permits;
6. Variances/permits for pools;
7. Variance/permits for sheds, additions, decks and fences; and
8. Surveys.
If the above requested records are not maintained by your office. kindly forward OPRA
request to the proper records custodian or direct as to the proper records custodian
(N.J.S.A. 47:1A-5.h.).
My preferred delivery method for response(s) to this request is by E-mail as attachments. Please confirm you have received this request. If you are not the custodian of records, please forward my request to that person and provide their email address to me for future reference.
Yours faithfully,
STELLA V BONDAR, ESQ.
The Township of Scotch Plains received your Open Public Records Act (OPRA) request on May 14, 2025. As such, the seven (7) business day deadline to respond to your request is May 27, 2025.
This OPRA Request is a DUPLICATE of the OPRA Request you sent at 6:06 pm on May 13, 2025
Thank you.
Maryann Matteo
OPRA Compliance Clerk
Township of Scotch Plains
430 Park Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
908.322.6700 (office) ext. 213
908.322.1663 (fax)
[Scotch Plains Township request email]
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Dear Scotch Plains Township,
Please pass this on to the person who conducts Open Public Records Act reviews.
I am writing to request an internal review of Scotch Plains Township's handling of my OPRA request 'OPRA REQUEST - 1840 Lake Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076'.
I didn't see permits for the following. Please review and advise.
1. Oil tank removal and gas line installation
2. Sump pump installation and french drains installation in the basement
3. Fence around the property
4. Deck added in the backyard
5. Detached garage
6. Family addition
7. Roof was replaced 10-15 year ago
A full history of my OPRA request and all correspondence is available on the Internet at this address: https://opramachine.com/request/opra_req...
Yours faithfully,
STELLA BONDAR
Ms. Bondar:
I am still working on the Email you sent me yesterday, with the Scotch Plains Building Department.
I tried to reach you by telephone this morning at your direct number (202) 390-1214; but your voicemail was full.
I will send answers today for all of the questions you asked in your May 27/12:52 pm.
Thank you.
Maryann Matteo
OPRA Compliance Clerk
Township of Scotch Plains
430 Park Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
908.322.6700 (office) ext. 213
908.322.1663 (fax)
[Scotch Plains Township request email]
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Ms. Bondar:
Please see pdf entitled "OPRA - Bondar 5.27.25 - 1840 Lake" for the requested answers regarding your items listed below:
1. Oil tank removal and gas line installation.
Permit 990699 was sent to you in original OPRA Response. I have attached another copy of Permit #990699.
2. Sump pump installation and French drains installation in basement.
NO MUNICIPAL RECORD EXISTS.
3. Fence around property.
No Permit on file; but Fence exists on original survey of Property.
4. Deck added in the backyard.
Was included on Permit #020891 originally sent to you. I have attached another copy of Permit #020891.
5. Detached garage.
No Permit on file. But Garage is included on original survey is included on original survey of Property.
6. Family addition.
Was included on Permit #020891 originally sent to you. I have attached another copy of Permit #020891.
7. Roof was replaced 10-15 year ago.
Was included in Permit #06-0018 originally sent to you. I have attached another copy of Permit #00-60018.
Any copies of surveys in the Building Department files can only be given to the original owner whose name is on the Survey.
END OF REQUESTED ITEMS
By this letter of response, the Township of Scotch Plains will consider your additional OPRA request received on May 27, 2025, complete unless otherwise informed.
If you have any questions, please contact the Building Department at 908-322-6700, ext. 308.
Thank you.
Maryann Matteo
OPRA Compliance Clerk
Township of Scotch Plains
430 Park Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
908.322.6700 (office) ext. 213
908.322.1663 (fax)
[Scotch Plains Township request email]
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Dear OPRA,
1. Oil tank removal and gas line installation. Permit 990699 was sent to you in original OPRA Response. I have attached another copy of Permit #990699.
i. Please provide the final CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL for this Permit.
2. Sump pump installation and French drains installation in basement. NO MUNICIPAL RECORD EXISTS.
i. Please provide the Permit & final CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL.
3. Fence around property. No Permit on file; but Fence exists on original survey of Property.
i. Was the fence in the AS BUILT SURVEY?
4. Deck added in the backyard.Was included on Permit #020891 originally sent to you. I have attached another copy of Permit #020891.
i. Please provide the final CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL for this Permit.
5. Detached garage. No Permit on file. But Garage is included on original survey is included on original survey of Property.
i. Was the fence in the AS BUILT SURVEY?
6. Roof was replaced 10-15 year ago.Was included in Permit #06-0018 originally sent to you. I have attached another copy of Permit #00-60018.
i. Please provide the final CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL for this Permit.
7. Sump pump and French drain permits.
i. Please provide the something in writing from the municipality confirming that no permits are required.
8. HOT TUB
i. Please provide Closed Permit [Permit # 03-0927] & final CofA for HOT TUB
Yours sincerely,
STELLA BONDAR
Ms. Bondar:
The Township of Scotch Plains received your attached Open Public Records Act (OPRA) request-Review Email.
It will be reviewed with the Construction Official before a response is sent to you.
He is out of the office today. As soon as he returns, he will review your questions; and the Township will respond to all eight (8) items in your Email.
Thank you.
Maryann Matteo
OPRA Compliance Clerk
Township of Scotch Plains
430 Park Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
908.322.6700 (office) ext. 213
908.322.1663 (fax)
[Scotch Plains Township request email]
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Ms. Bondar:
Please see attached pdf entitled "OPRA - Bondar 6.11.25 - 1840 Lake" for the additional documents you requested.
1. Oil tank removal Certificate of Approval #990699 attached.
2. Sump pump Permit #25-0600 and Certificate of Approval attached. The Township does not require a permit for French Drain installation.
3. The Township does not require an As Built Survey on Additions or Alterations for a detached Garage.
4. Deck Certificate #020891 attached.
5. The Township does not require an As Built Survey on Additions or Alterations for a Fence.
6. Roof Certificate of Approval #060018 attached.
7. THIS IS A DUPLICATE OF ITEM #2. New Permit #25-0600 and Certificate of Approval for Sump Pump attached. NO Permits are required for French Drains.
8. Closed Permit #03-0927 and Certificate of Approval attached.
I reviewed your attached Email with the Construction Official, Bob LaCosta, this morning. If you have any additional questions, please contact Bob LaCosta, on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 908-322-6700, ext. 308.
Thank you.
Maryann Matteo
OPRA Compliance Clerk
Township of Scotch Plains
430 Park Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
908.322.6700 (office) ext. 213
908.322.1663 (fax)
[Scotch Plains Township request email]
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