The Greenburgh Planning Board issued a neutral recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding variance requests for a residential project at 95 Ardsley Road. This move followed applicant improvements to stormwater management plans.

Catching Up

The project at 95 Ardsley Road involves demolishing an existing garage and constructing a new detached garage, a pool, patios, and an expanded driveway. Located in an R-15 residence district, the property owner, Andrew Klemmer, sought a Steep Slope Permit and a Tree Removal Permit due to disturbances on steep slopes. Variances were required for an increased driveway width (from 30 to 36.9 feet) and accessory structure height (from 12 to 20 feet).

Key Insights

The Planning Board's neutral recommendation for 95 Ardsley Road followed positive adjustments to stormwater management by the applicant.

  • The project requires variances for driveway width and accessory structure height.
  • The applicant significantly improved stormwater management by doubling front yard units, addressing previous board concerns.
  • The board voted to approve a neutral recommendation to forward to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

Zooming In

The proposed improvements at 95 Ardsley Road include a new detached garage, a swimming pool, new patios, and an expanded driveway. The existing single-family home will remain. The requested variances are crucial for the proposed driveway expansion and the height of the new garage, ensuring the project aligns with the property's overall design while addressing municipal standards.

Next Steps

The Planning Board's neutral recommendation will now be forwarded to the Greenburgh Zoning Board of Appeals for their consideration regarding the necessary variances for 95 Ardsley Road. The ZBA granted these variances on December 18, 2025.