After receiving the recommendation of the Planning Board on
any proposed amendment, and before taking any action thereon, the
Township Council shall hold a public hearing on such proposed amendment,
at which all parties in interest and citizens shall be given the opportunity
to be heard. Any action taken by the Township Council shall be in
accordance with the applicable state statutes.
In the case of a petition protesting against any proposed amendment
to the Zoning Map that would change the district designation of a lot or
area of land, signed by the owners of 20% or more of the area of properties
included within such area designated for district change, or of the
lots or areas of lands to the rear and sides thereof and opposite
thereto and extending 100 feet therefrom, exclusive of street space,
such amendment shall not become effective except by the favorable
vote of 2/3 of the Township Council.