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“I’d like to see 6-110 used rather than avoided. 6-110 is intended to be an incentive in and of itself. I’m very troubled by the idea of payment in lieu as a general proposition.” – P&Z commissioner Mary Jenkins Continue Reading →
The application was submitted under Greenwich’s 6-110 reg that gives incentives for workforce housing. Of the 4 units – 3 will be rented at market rate, and 1 will be a moderate income unit. The development will be constructed over a parking area. Continue Reading →
The P&Z commission noted that while 8-30g waived regs on setbacks for residential, it says nothing about commercial. The application includes retail in both buildings. There were still concerns about a condo building separate from affordable building, as well as height and mass. Continue Reading →
At issue was the addition of a second curb cut and driveway and location of proposed Conservation Easements. Also, neighbors voiced concerns about increased flooding. Neighbors said they were worried about worsening flooding. One neighbor described cars being stranded on Ridgeview during Ida. Continue Reading →
P&Z commissioners and neighbors questioned the private school’s goal of sustainability. They said an increase in enrollment of 50 students would offset any decrease in traffic from an aggressive busing program. Continue Reading →
Discussion touched on pedestrian and vehicular safety, as well as the relevance of environmental remediation at 315 Milbank Ave scheduled for summer 2024. Continue Reading →
“We’ve evaluated the ed specs, costs, safety, ADA, neighbors, pedestrians, bicycles, traffic, buses, cars, parking, trees, wildlife, conservation, energy, parks, sports, drainage, zoning, building code and more. We’ve been super thoughtful. This school will have a connection to the outdoors. There’s so many good things about it. It’s crystal clear that this campus project complies with the POCD.” – Clare Kilgallen Continue Reading →
“I think it’s clear and you would agree that the loan the trust is committed to giving this project is financial assistance?” Bob Barolak asked. “With respect I think it’s hogwash,” Mr. Cohen said, characterizing the $100,000 as not significant assistance on a project of the size proposed. Continue Reading →
“I’d like to have something more in line with some of the other communities that require short term rentals to be registered with the town. They even pay a fee and there are penalties if you don’t abide.” – Wyn McDaniel, chair RTM district 7 Continue Reading →