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40 Earle Place is a residential proposed at 40 Earle Pl, New Rochelle, NY, 10801-2017 in New Rochelle, NY. The project is currently pending before local land-use boards. Jodi Lucena-Pichardo is listed as the developer on the public record. LocalForesight has tracked 2 public hearing appearances before Historical and Landmarks Review Board.

Project Overview

40 Earle Place

Jodi Lucena-Pichardo is proposing a residential project at 40 Earle Place in New Rochelle, located on Block 876, Lot 35. The project details regarding scale, scope, and zoning status are not currently available.

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Property Stats

Status Pending
Type Residential
Address 40 Earle Pl, New Rochelle, NY, 10801-2017
Developer Jodi Lucena-Pichardo

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Timeline

Jun 10, 2026
Historical and Landmarks Review Board
  • Deferred to July 2026 meeting; applicant to reconsider fence design
  • Zoning variance for fence height previously approved by Zoning Board
  • Board expresses concern that fence violates Historic District guidelines; guidelines discourage fences in general
  • Applicant encouraged to explore lower-profile or landscape-buffered alternatives before next hearing

Next steps

  • Application continued to July 2026 meeting
  • Applicant to explore design modifications (lower height, landscape buffering with arborvitae, or increased setback from street)
  • Applicant may consult with board staff between meetings on revised design
May 5, 2026
Zoning Board
  • Approved 5-0 variance for wood fence exceeding 4-foot front yard height limit
  • Fence height varies 5-6 feet (1-2 inches above 6-foot rear yard maximum) to follow natural property slope
  • Board found safety/security benefit (children, dog containment) outweighs detriment; fence set well back from street and partially obscured by vegetation
  • HLRB approval required post-vote due to visibility from street; staff noted deference sometimes granted for corner lots with natural materials (wood fence favored over PVC)
  • Self-created condition acknowledged but not grounds for denial; installed during COVID when applicant unaware of permit requirement

Next steps

  • HLRB (Historic Landmarks Review Board) approval required before fence legalization final; staff indicated likely deference given corner lot context and wood material compliance

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Sentiment

3 /10

From Historical and Landmarks Review Board · Jun 10, 2026

  • Board skeptical and concerned: one member stated fence goes "against everything" the HLRB stands for and noted applicant should have sought approval first
  • Board members (Speaker 8, Speaker 0) emphasized preservation of historic character and open front yards as district priorities
  • One board member (Speaker 1) more sympathetic, noting corner lot challenges and offering staff support for design revision

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