Mamaroneck's Planning Board declared itself lead agency for the proposed subdivision and construction of two new two-family dwellings at 254 Center Avenue. This move formally initiates the environmental review process but places new demands on the developer regarding parking design and required submissions before a public hearing can proceed.

What Happened

  • The board declared itself the lead agency for 254 Center Avenue, initiating the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) process. This means the Planning Board will oversee the environmental review and determination of significance for the subdivision.
  • The applicant for 254 Center Avenue must provide a specific subdivision plat, a required step before the board can schedule a public hearing. This ensures all necessary surveying and legal details are formally presented.
  • Board members questioned the proposed six driveways and additional parking for 254 Center Avenue, noting village code only requires four spaces for two-family dwellings. The developer must justify the current design or propose revisions.
  • Consultants identified inconsistencies in zoning tables between the architectural and engineering plans for 254 Center Avenue. These discrepancies must be reconciled to ensure all project documents align with village code.

Project Outcomes

  • 422 Rushmore Avenue: Approved pending a resolution vote at the next meeting, conditioned on the building department confirming storm water unit sizing before permits.
  • 254 Center Avenue: Advanced towards a public hearing, with the board declaring lead agency and requiring the developer to provide a subdivision plat, justify parking, and reconcile zoning inconsistencies.

What's Next

  • March 11 Planning Board Meeting: Expect a final resolution and vote for the 422 Rushmore Avenue application.
  • For 254 Center Avenue: Developer must submit the subdivision plat and updated plans addressing parking, driveways, and zoning inconsistencies before a public hearing can be scheduled.
  • The Board of Trustees is currently drafting a new stormwater law, which may require future design adjustments for 254 Center Avenue as the project moves forward.

Mamaroneck's Planning Board declared itself lead agency for the proposed subdivision and construction of two new two-family dwellings at 254 Center Avenue. This move formally initiates the environmental review process but places new demands on the developer regarding parking design and required submissions before a public hearing can proceed.