CBD Factsheet

The intent of CBD is to replace the current PVD Special Permit which allows up to 24 bedrooms per acre.   The CBD as proposed, will allow a variety of housing types up to 6 bedrooms per acre  - this is an approximate 75% reduction over the previous PVD.

Highlights

Ø      A CBD is unmapped zoning district, established by Special Permit from the Town Board on a case by case basis to provide for a variety of housing types.

Ø      An application to the Town Board for a CBD is required to have a minimum acreage of 25 contiguous acres on the following State Highways – Route 6, Route 202/35 and Route 9A. 

Ø      The Town Board may consider commercial components such as retail shops, personal service shops, professional offices, and small grocery stores to be included within the project area.

Ø      Density: It is envisioned that CBD’s will be developed at a density of 3 units per acre (up to 6 bedrooms per acre) with a guarantee that 10% of the units be “forever affordable”.  There is a possibility of higher density (of up to 5 units or 10 bedrooms per acre)  with a "supervote" of the Town Board. (A supervote is when 4 out of 5 members vote in the affirmative).  This would occur for projects that have a substantial benefit to the community which would include significant offsite infrastructure improvements.

Ø      A preliminary review indicates that the following 3 parcels may apply for a CBD special permit: 

o       Frooks – 35.09 acres – approximately 108 units

o       Mendelowitz – Route 6 – 36 acres – approximately 108 units

o       Dyckman Ridge – Route 202 – 33.7 acres – approximately 101 units

o       Total possible units of 317

For more specific detail on CBD– please read the Draft Ordinance.

RRUSP  Factsheet

The intent of RRUSP is to encourage the re-development and upgrading of pre-existing non-conforming residential properties.

Residential Re-Use Special Permit Highlights:

Ø      RRUSP is a special permit that can only be issued by the Town Board.

Ø      RRUSP will be applicable to pre-existing non-conforming residential units of 3 more in all zoning districts in the Town. 

Ø      20% of the new units will have to be affordable under Westchester County guidelines.

Ø      The total number of bedrooms shall not exceed an average of 2 bedrooms per unit.

Ø      Density will be permitted at 20% over the existing density of units – rounded up.

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