The New Rochelle Planning Board has approved an administrative amendment for the 277 North Avenue mixed-use development, formalizing a change in land ownership previously authorized by the City Council.

Catching Up

Catching Up

The 277 North Avenue project proposes a 23-story mixed-use tower with 442 residential units, including 10% affordable housing, and 13,200 square feet of ground-floor retail. Initially slated for construction between 2019 and 2021, the timeline has shifted to a "Built in 2028" projection. The development has undergone environmental review through a Brownfield Cleanup Program and has upcoming public hearings regarding financial assistance from the New Rochelle Industrial Development Agency on March 11, 2026.

Key Insights

Key Insights

The Planning Board approved a technical change regarding city land previously tied to the 277 North Avenue project.

  • The amendment removed a condition that required the applicant, 277 NY Company LLC, to purchase city land.
  • Instead, the City of New Rochelle will retain ownership of the land and has granted an easement to the developer at 277 North Avenue.
  • This land ownership adjustment for 277 North Avenue was initially authorized by the City Council back in 2019.

The New Rochelle Planning Board has approved an administrative amendment for the 277 North Avenue mixed-use development, formalizing a change in land ownership previously authorized by the City Council.