Conservation Board
Regular MeetingWhite Plains, NY · September 1, 2021
Minutes
BOARD OF APPEALS ZONING
CALENDAR NO SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
Z-2021-2 Joan Malloy, 8 Hemlock Circle, SBL 138.06-13-3
Application to construct an in-ground pool and storage shed. A review of drawings SP-01
and SP-02 dated June 10, 2020, prepared by Gismondi Architects, indicates the proposed
installation of a rear yard in-ground pool and a storage shed. The property is located in the
R1-12.5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming with respect to main building
coverage, lot area, one side yard and combined two side yard setbacks. The proposed pool
and shed installation will require the following area variances:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
SEPARATION DISTANCE
1. Main Building to Pool 20’-0” - 10.4’ 9.6’
2. Shed to Pool 20’-0” - 3’-0” 17’-0”
3. Main Building to Shed 20’-0” - 11’-0” 9’-0”
4. Section 4.4.24.7 Maximum 25’-0” - 41.5’ 16.5’
Pool Fence Distance
OUTCOME: WITHDRAWN WITHOUT PREJUDICE
Z-2021-20 Mr. Shlomo Ressler, 56 Greenridge Avenue, SBL 130.12-2-5
Application to construct a shed dormer. A review of Drawings 1 to 3 with a stamped
receive date of May 11, 2021, prepared by Escaladas Associates, indicates a shed dormer
addition to the rear yard detached garage. The property is located in the R1-5 Zone. The
proposed addition will increase the height of the accessory garage structure and will
require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Maximum Accessory 15’-0” 13’-6” 17’-0” 2’-0”
Structure Height
OUTCOME: GRANTED
Z-2021-21 Mr. Stephen Langelotti, 19 Garretson Road, SBL 125.08-10-10
Application to legalize a deck. A review of Drawings P1 to P3 dated April 16, 2021,
prepared by John Annunziata, P.E., indicates the proposed legalization of a rear yard deck.
The property is located in the R1-5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming with
respect to combined two side yards setback. The deck was constructed without the required
permit and the legalization will require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Combined Two Side 18’-0” 15’-3” 16’-3” 1’-9”
Yards Setback
OUTCOME: GRANTED
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BOARD OF APPEALS ZONING
CALENDAR NO SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
….continued
Z-2021-22 Kensico Project LLC / Mendel Schwartz, 60 South Kensico Avenue, SBL 126.53-6-18
Application to construct a new building. A review of Drawings T-100, A-100 to A-105,
A-200 and A-300 to A-303 dated May 21, 2021, prepared by Peter F. Gaito & Associates,
indicates the proposed construction of a new multi-family dwelling. The property is
located in the RM-1 Zone and the approving agency is the Planning Board in accordance
with Section 7.2 of the White Plains Zoning Ordinance. Prior to referral to the approving
agency, the applicant must seek Board of Appeals approval of the required variance.
Therefore, the applicant requests the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Maximum Height, Stories 3 - 4 1
OUTCOME: ADJOURNED
Z-2021-23 Mr. Christopher Bennett, 23 Gedney Terrace, SBL 131.13-3-12
Application to construct a deck. A review of the sketches received on May 17, 2021 with
the application indicates the construction of a rear yard deck. The property is located in the
R1-5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming with respect to side yard setbacks. The
proposed deck is to be located between the rear of the house and the detached garage and
will require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Minimum Distance to 10’-0” 16’-6” 3’-6” 6’-6”
Accessory Structure
OUTCOME: GRANTED
Z-2021-24 Mr. Bradley Silverman, 3 Pine Brook Drive, SBL 138.07-7-13
Application for an addition. A review of Drawings A-1 through A-4 dated May 19, 2021,
prepared by Seunghee Park, R.A., indicates the proposed side yard roof expansion at the
second floor level. The property is located in the R1-12.5 Zone and is legally existing
non-conforming with respect to one (1) side yard setback. The proposed addition will
increase this non-conformity and require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. One Side Yard Setback 20’-0” 15.95’ 15.95’ 4.05’
OUTCOME: GRANTED
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BOARD OF APPEALS ZONING
CALENDAR NO SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
….continued
Z-2021-25 Mr. Robert Ryan, 19 Antony Road, SBL 131.15-1-2
Application to construct a deck. A review of drawings A010, A100 and A200 dated March
29, 2021, prepared by RPD Architecture, indicates the proposed construction of a rear yard
deck. The property is located in the R1-7.5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming
with respect to side yard setbacks. The proposed deck will require the following area
variances:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Combined Two Side 25’-0” 18.5’ 24’-0” 1’-0”
Yard Setback
2. All Building Coverage 25% 19.8% 26.2% 1.2%
OUTCOME: GRANTED
Z-2021-26 Mr. Ralph Riverso, 130 Beverly Road, SBL 131.17-7-46
Application for an addition. A review of submitted revised architectural drawings with the
latest date of April 1, 2021, prepared by RPD Architecture, indicates a one (1) story front
yard and a two (2) story rear yard addition. The property is located in the R1-5 Zone. The
proposed addition will connect to the existing detached garage creating one (1) main
building and changing its setback requirements. The proposed addition will require the
following area variances:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. One Side Yard Setback 7’-0” 10.20’ 4.5’ 2.5’
2. Combined Two Side Yards 18’-0” 25.40’ 14.70’ 3.3’
3. Rear Yard Setback 25’-0” 42.4’ 16.00’ 9.0’
OUTCOME: GRANTED
Z-2021-28 Jennifer & Lucio Cristofano, 24 Crane Avenue, SBL 125.44-6-22
Application to legalize an above-ground pool. A review of Drawing 1 of 1 with the latest
date of April 15, 2021, prepared by ARQ Architecture, indicates the proposed legalization
of the existing pool. The property is located in the R2-4 Zone. The pool was installed
without the required permit and along with the pool fencing, does not comply with the
Zoning Ordinance. Therefore, in order to legalize the installation, the following area
variances are required:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Section 4.4.24.3 Pool Setback 15’-0” 14’-1” 14’-1” 0’-11”
2. Section 4.4.24.1 Fence Height 6’-0” 5’-0” 5’-0” 1’-0”
3. Section 4.4.24.7 Maximum 25’-0” 55’-0” 55’-0” 30’-0”
Fence Distance
OUTCOME: ADJOURNED
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BOARD OF APPEALS ZONING
CALENDAR NO SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
….continued
Z-2021-29 Mr. Paul Goldstein, 120 Greenacres Avenue, SBL 130.41-11-9
Application to construct a covered porch. A review of the construction drawings dated
June 4, 2021, prepared by Gemmola and Associates, indicates the proposed demolition of
the front sunroom and construction of a front yard covered porch in its place. The property
is located in the R1-5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming with respect to the front
yard setback. The proposed front yard porch will require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Front Yard Setback 25’-0” 14.9’ 14.7’ 10.3’
OUTCOME: ADJOURNED
NEW APPLICATIONS NO APPEARANCE
Z-2021-30 Mr. Robert Shaw, 146 Davis Avenue, SBL 130.12-27-1
Application to construct an addition. A review of Drawing A1, prepared by Nexus Creative
dated July 15, 2021 and a copy of the survey, indicates a proposed one (1) story rear yard
addition. The property is located in the R1-5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming
with respect to front yard, one side yard and combined two side yards setbacks as well as
accessory structure setback. The proposed addition will require the following area
variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Combined Two Side 18’-0” 12’-10” 14’-10 ½” 3’-1 ½”
Yards Setback
OUTCOME: SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD 10/06/2021
Z-2021-31 Farid Johnson, 11 Herbert Avenue, SBL 130.12-15-29
Application to construct an addition. A review of Drawings T-100, N-100 and A-100 to
A-300, dated May 3, 2021, prepared by Pencil Projects Architecture Studio, indicates a
proposed second story addition over existing. The property is located in the R1-5 Zone and
is legally existing non-conforming with respect to front yard, one side and combined two
side yard setbacks. The proposed second floor addition will increase the side yard
non-conformity and will require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Combined Two Side 18’-0” 13.94’ 13.94’ 4.06’
Yards Setback
OUTCOME: SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD 10/06/2021
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NEW APPLICATIONS
BOARD OF APPEALS ZONING
CALENDAR NO SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
….continued
NEW APPLICATIONS NO APPEARANCE
Z-2021-32 Mr. Brendan Burke, 51 Lincoln Avenue, SBL 125.73-2-12
Application to legalize an accessory structure. A review of existing survey, schematic
plans and pictures provided by the owner with the application indicates the legalization of a
rear yard minor accessory building. The property is located in the R1-5 Zone. The minor
accessory building was constructed without complying with zoning setback regulations
and therefore requires the following area variances:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Accessory Structure Side
Lot Line Setback 5’-0” - 2’-0” 3’-0”
2. Accessory Structure Rear
Lot Line Separation 5’-0” - 1’-0” 4’-0”
OUTCOME: SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD 10/06/2021
Z-2021-33 Eyal Barnea & Rosemary Kugler, 33 Saxon Woods Road, SBL 138.14-10-7
Application to construct an addition. A review of Drawings A-1 through A-8 dated August
10, 2021, prepared by Edward G. Swaby, R.A., indicates a second story addition over
existing front portion of dwelling. The property is located in the R1-12.5 Zone and is
legally existing non-conforming with respect to lot frontage, one side and combined two
side yards setbacks. The proposed addition will require the following area variances:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. One Side Yard 20’-0” 14.78’ 15.74’ 4.26’
2. Combined Two Side Yards 40’-0” 31.37’ 32.18’ 7.82’
OUTCOME: SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD 10/06/2021
Z-2021-34 Bryce Taback, 32 Durham Road, SBL 138.06-10-8
Application to construct a deck. A review of Drawings A010, A100 and A200 with latest
date of July 25, 2021, prepared by RPD Architecture & Design, indicates the proposed
construction of a rear yard deck to replace an existing concrete terrace. The property is
located in the R1-7.5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming with respect to the rear
yard setback. The proposed deck will require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Rear Yard Setback 30’-0” 19’-10” 19’-10” 10’-2”
OUTCOME: SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD 10/06/2021
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Agenda
BOARD OF APPEALS ZONING
CALENDAR NO SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
Z-2021-2 Joan Malloy, 8 Hemlock Circle, SBL 138.06-13-3
Application to construct an in-ground pool and storage shed. A review of drawings SP-01
and SP-02 dated June 10, 2020, prepared by Gismondi Architects, indicates the proposed
installation of a rear yard in-ground pool and a storage shed. The property is located in the
R1-12.5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming with respect to main building
coverage, lot area, one side yard and combined two side yard setbacks. The proposed pool
and shed installation will require the following area variances:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
SEPARATION DISTANCE
1. Main Building to Pool 20’-0” - 10.4’ 9.6’
2. Shed to Pool 20’-0” - 3’-0” 17’-0”
3. Main Building to Shed 20’-0” - 11’-0” 9’-0”
4. Section 4.4.24.7 Maximum 25’-0” - 41.5’ 16.5’
Pool Fence Distance
UPDATE: WITHDRAWN WITHOUT PREJUDICE
Z-2021-20 Mr. Shlomo Ressler, 56 Greenridge Avenue, SBL 130.12-2-5
Application to construct a shed dormer. A review of Drawings 1 to 3 with a stamped
receive date of May 11, 2021, prepared by Escaladas Associates, indicates a shed dormer
addition to the rear yard detached garage. The property is located in the R1-5 Zone. The
proposed addition will increase the height of the accessory garage structure and will
require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Maximum Accessory 15’-0” 13’-6” 17’-0” 2’-0”
Structure Height
Z-2021-21 Mr. Stephen Langelotti, 19 Garretson Road, SBL 125.08-10-10
Application to legalize a deck. A review of Drawings P1 to P3 dated April 16, 2021,
prepared by John Annunziata, P.E., indicates the proposed legalization of a rear yard deck.
The property is located in the R1-5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming with
respect to combined two side yards setback. The deck was constructed without the required
permit and the legalization will require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Combined Two Side 18’-0” 15’-3” 16’-3” 1’-9”
Yards Setback
Z-2021-22 Kensico Project LLC / Mendel Schwartz, 60 South Kensico Avenue, SBL 126.53-6-18
Application to construct a new building. A review of Drawings T-100, A-100 to A-105,
A-200 and A-300 to A-303 dated May 21, 2021, prepared by Peter F. Gaito & Associates,
indicates the proposed construction of a new multi-family dwelling. The property is
located in the RM-1 Zone and the approving agency is the Planning Board in accordance
with Section 7.2 of the White Plains Zoning Ordinance. Prior to referral to the approving
agency, the applicant must seek Board of Appeals approval of the required variance.
Therefore, the applicant requests the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Maximum Height, Stories 3 - 4 1
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BOARD OF APPEALS ZONING
CALENDAR NO SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
….continued
Z-2021-23 Mr. Christopher Bennett, 23 Gedney Terrace, SBL 131.13-3-12
Application to construct a deck. A review of the sketches received on May 17, 2021 with
the application indicates the construction of a rear yard deck. The property is located in the
R1-5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming with respect to side yard setbacks. The
proposed deck is to be located between the rear of the house and the detached garage and
will require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Minimum Distance to 10’-0” 16’-6” 3’-6” 6’-6”
Accessory Structure
Z-2021-24 Mr. Bradley Silverman, 3 Pine Brook Drive, SBL 138.07-7-13
Application for an addition. A review of Drawings A-1 through A-4 dated May 19, 2021,
prepared by Seunghee Park, R.A., indicates the proposed side yard roof expansion at the
second floor level. The property is located in the R1-12.5 Zone and is legally existing
non-conforming with respect to one (1) side yard setback. The proposed addition will
increase this non-conformity and require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. One Side Yard Setback 20’-0” 15.95’ 15.95’ 4.05’
Z-2021-25 Mr. Robert Ryan, 19 Antony Road, SBL 131.15-1-2
Application to construct a deck. A review of drawings A010, A100 and A200 dated March
29, 2021, prepared by RPD Architecture, indicates the proposed construction of a rear yard
deck. The property is located in the R1-7.5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming
with respect to side yard setbacks. The proposed deck will require the following area
variances:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Combined Two Side 25’-0” 18.5’ 24’-0” 1’-0”
Yard Setback
2. All Building Coverage 25% 19.8% 26.2% 1.2%
Z-2021-26 Mr. Ralph Riverso, 130 Beverly Road, SBL 131.17-7-46
Application for an addition. A review of submitted revised architectural drawings with the
latest date of April 1, 2021, prepared by RPD Architecture, indicates a one (1) story front
yard and a two (2) story rear yard addition. The property is located in the R1-5 Zone. The
proposed addition will connect to the existing detached garage creating one (1) main
building and changing its setback requirements. The proposed addition will require the
following area variances:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. One Side Yard Setback 7’-0” 10.20’ 4.5’ 2.5’
2. Combined Two Side Yards 18’-0” 25.40’ 14.70’ 3.3’
3. Rear Yard Setback 25’-0” 42.4’ 16.00’ 9.0’
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NEW APPLICATIONS
BOARD OF APPEALS ZONING
CALENDAR NO SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
….continued
Z-2021-28 Jennifer & Lucio Cristofano, 24 Crane Avenue, SBL 125.44-6-22
Application to legalize an above-ground pool. A review of Drawing 1 of 1 with the latest
date of April 15, 2021, prepared by ARQ Architecture, indicates the proposed legalization
of the existing pool. The property is located in the R2-4 Zone. The pool was installed
without the required permit and along with the pool fencing, does not comply with the
Zoning Ordinance. Therefore, in order to legalize the installation, the following area
variances are required:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Section 4.4.24.3 Pool Setback 15’-0” 14’-1” 14’-1” 0’-11”
2. Section 4.4.24.1 Fence Height 6’-0” 5’-0” 5’-0” 1’-0”
3. Section 4.4.24.7 Maximum 25’-0” 55’-0” 55’-0” 30’-0”
Fence Distance
Z-2021-29 Mr. Paul Goldstein, 120 Greenacres Avenue, SBL 130.41-11-9
Application to construct a covered porch. A review of the construction drawings dated
June 4, 2021, prepared by Gemmola and Associates, indicates the proposed demolition of
the front sunroom and construction of a front yard covered porch in its place. The property
is located in the R1-5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming with respect to the front
yard setback. The proposed front yard porch will require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Front Yard Setback 25’-0” 14.9’ 14.7’ 10.3’
NEW APPLICATIONS NO APPEARANCE
Z-2021-30 Mr. Robert Shaw, 146 Davis Avenue, SBL 130.12-27-1
Application to construct an addition. A review of Drawing A1, prepared by Nexus Creative
dated July 15, 2021 and a copy of the survey, indicates a proposed one (1) story rear yard
addition. The property is located in the R1-5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming
with respect to front yard, one side yard and combined two side yards setbacks as well as
accessory structure setback. The proposed addition will require the following area
variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Combined Two Side 18’-0” 12’-10” 14’-10 ½” 3’-1 ½”
Yards Setback
Z-2021-31 Farid Johnson, 11 Herbert Avenue, SBL 130.12-15-29
Application to construct an addition. A review of Drawings T-100, N-100 and A-100 to
A-300, dated May 3, 2021, prepared by Pencil Projects Architecture Studio, indicates a
proposed second story addition over existing. The property is located in the R1-5 Zone and
is legally existing non-conforming with respect to front yard, one side and combined two
side yard setbacks. The proposed second floor addition will increase the side yard
non-conformity and will require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Combined Two Side 18’-0” 13.94’ 13.94’ 4.06’
Yards Setback
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NEW APPLICATIONS
BOARD OF APPEALS ZONING
CALENDAR NO SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
….continued
NEW APPLICATIONS NO APPEARANCE
Z-2021-32 Mr. Brendan Burke, 51 Lincoln Avenue, SBL 125.73-2-12
Application to legalize an accessory structure. A review of existing survey, schematic
plans and pictures provided by the owner with the application indicates the legalization of a
rear yard minor accessory building. The property is located in the R1-5 Zone. The minor
accessory building was constructed without complying with zoning setback regulations
and therefore requires the following area variances:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Accessory Structure Side
Lot Line Setback 5’-0” - 2’-0” 3’-0”
2. Accessory Structure Rear
Lot Line Separation 5’-0” - 1’-0” 4’-0”
Z-2021-33 Eyal Barnea & Rosemary Kugler, 33 Saxon Woods Road, SBL 138.14-10-7
Application to construct an addition. A review of Drawings A-1 through A-8 dated August
10, 2021, prepared by Edward G. Swaby, R.A., indicates a second story addition over
existing front portion of dwelling. The property is located in the R1-12.5 Zone and is
legally existing non-conforming with respect to lot frontage, one side and combined two
side yards setbacks. The proposed addition will require the following area variances:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. One Side Yard 20’-0” 14.78’ 15.74’ 4.26’
2. Combined Two Side Yards 40’-0” 31.37’ 32.18’ 7.82’
Z-2021-34 Bryce Taback, 32 Durham Road, SBL 138.06-10-8
Application to construct a deck. A review of Drawings A010, A100 and A200 with latest
date of July 25, 2021, prepared by RPD Architecture & Design, indicates the proposed
construction of a rear yard deck to replace an existing concrete terrace. The property is
located in the R1-7.5 Zone and is legally existing non-conforming with respect to the rear
yard setback. The proposed deck will require the following area variance:
Required Existing Proposed Variance
1. Rear Yard Setback 30’-0” 19’-10” 19’-10” 10’-2”
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