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Planning Board Meeting
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Town Center — 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, NY 10543
7:30 PM
Ralph Engel, Chair
Elizabeth Cooney, Vice Chair
Ira Block, Board Member
Edmund Papazian, Board Member
Ron Mandel, Board Member
James Carroll, Alternate Board Member
Sarah Dunn, Alternate Board Member
Anthony Oliveri, P.E., Consulting Engineer
Robin Nichinsky, Liaison to Town Board
Elizabeth Aitchison, Environmental Planner
Carol Murray, P.E., Deputy Town Engineer
Lisa Hochman, Counsel to the Planning Board
Jami Sheeky, Planning Board Secretary
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The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. The Secretary called the roll and established that a quorum
was present. The Secretary stated that all applications on the agenda for public hearing were duly noticed
and all documents to be discussed had been posted to the Town website at least 24 hours prior to the
meeting.
MINUTES
The Board discussed the draft minutes of the September 10, 2025, meeting.
Motion: To approve the draft minutes of September 10, 2025, as modified
Moved by Elizabeth Cooney seconded by Ira Block
Action: Approved
Abstained: Ron Mandel
Application #1 — 1-16-450 Seton Road — JAF Builders Corp. — Residential Site Plan, Tree
Removal Permit — Continued Public Hearing
The applicant for 1-16-450 Seton Road had previously requested an adjournment.
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Mr. Engel inquired about the status of the application to the Town's Zoning Board of Appeals
challenging the determination of zoning compliance by the Building Inspector. Ms. Hochman stated
that the Building Inspector reviewed the materials submitted by the challenger, revised his earlier
position and stated that a notice of disapproval would be issued. Ms. Hochman further stated that
after a notice of disapproval is issued, the applicant can choose to pursue a variance.
The public hearing remains open.
Application #2 — 25 Stonewall Lane — Tony Gao and Chen Di — Residential Site Plan, Tree
Removal Permit — Public Hearing
Motion: To open the public hearing
Moved by Ira Block seconded by Ron Mandel
Action: Approved
Alan Pilch, P.E, R.L.A. of ALP Engineering and Landscape Architecture, PLLC, and Alison Lange of
Alloy Design Studio, PLLC, were present to address the Planning Board and provide an overview of
the project which proposes a new single-family dwelling.
The applicant appeared before the Coastal Zone Management Commission. Ms. Aitchison requested
the applicant address comments from the Tree Memo issued October 1, 2025, and Mr. Engel on behalf
of Mr. Oliveri requested that the applicant respond to outstanding comments from the Engineering
memo issued on September 5, 2025.
There were no questions or comments from members of the public.
The public hearing remains open.
Application #3 — 30 Bonnie Way — Brandon and Sharon Bell — Tree Removal Permit —
Continued Consideration
Sharon Bell, homeowner, was present to address the Planning Board and provided an overview of the
application for a tree removal permit.
Ms. Aitchison, the Town Environmental Planner, explained as follows: that on May 13, 2025 she
issued a permit authorizing the applicant to remove 3 trees with the planting of 9 replacement trees.
However, the applicant removed 11 trees instead of 3 trees. As a result, a notice of violation was
issued on June 3, 2025 for removal of additional trees from the property beyond those authorized by
the permit. A Stop Work Order was issued on June 5, 2025 for failure to comply with the terms of the
tree permit due to unauthorized removal of trees.
The Environmental Planner further explained that if the applicant had followed the proper procedures,
the Planning Board would have been the approval authority under section 207-2 of the Town Code,
based on the number of trees to be removed. She continued that the application before the Planning
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Board consolidates all trees removed by the applicant, 11 trees in total, including the 3 trees
previously approved.
The Environmental Planner stated that although 25 replacement trees would be required, the
landscaping plan prepared by the Morano Group proposes the planting of only 20 replacement trees.
Because the property is small (approximately 9,500 square feet) with limited space for planting and
because the applicant is fully cooperating to remedy the violation, the Environmental Planner stated
her recommendation that the Planning Board approve the application along with a payment of $1500
to the tree fund in lieu of 5 unplanted replacement trees.
Motion: To approve the tree removal application and planting plan stamped September 24, 2025 and
to require that the applicant pay $1500.00 to the Town Tree Fund, pursuant to recommendation of
Town Environmental Planner
Moved by Elizabeth Cooney seconded by James Carroll
Opposed: Ralph Engel
Action: Approved
Application #4 — 45 Cooper Lane — Melissa Kaplan -Macey — Subdivision — Public Hearing
Motion: To open the public hearing
Moved by Ron Mandel seconded by Elizabeth Cooney
Action: Approved
Gregory Lewis, architect for the applicant, was present to address the Planning Board and provide an
overview of the project which proposes a subdivision of the property into two lots.
The applicant appeared before the Coastal Zone Management Commission.
Mr. Mandel stated his objection to creating two non -conforming lots.
Motion: To approve the draft negative declaration
Moved by Elizabeth Cooney seconded by James Carroll
Opposed: Ron Mandel
Action: Approved
Motion: To close the public hearing
Moved by Ira Block seconded by James Carroll
Opposed: Ron Mandel
Action: Approved
Motion: To adopt the draft resolution for subdivision, as modified
Moved by Edmund Papazian seconded by Elizabeth Cooney
Opposed: Ron Mandel
Action: Approved
RESOLUTION
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Decision on Preliminary Subdivision Layout
45 Cooper Lane, Town of Mamaroneck, New York
On motion of Edmund Papazian, seconded by Elizabeth Cooney, in connection with a subdivision
application by Melissa Kaplan -Macey (the "Applicant"), the Planning Board conveys its tentative
conclusion that the preliminary subdivision layout is satisfactory pursuant to the requirements of the
Town Code of the Town of Mamaroneck (Town Code) Subdivision Law, upon the following resolution,
which was adopted by a vote of 4 to 1, with no abstentions.
WHEREAS the subject property is located at Section 2, Block 17, Parcel 545 with a street address of
45 Cooper Lane in the Town of Mamaroneck (the "Subject Property"); and
WHEREAS the Applicant filed an application for the subdivision of one lot into two lots (the "Proposed
Action") pursuant to Chapter 190 of the Town Code (the "Town Subdivision Law"); and
WHEREAS the Applicant has provided all of the information required by the Town Subdivision Law
and the Application was deemed by the Planning Board to be complete; and
WHEREAS the Town Building Inspector issued a memorandum, dated September 2, 2025 (the
"Zoning Compliance Memo"), which, based upon review of plans dated August 21, 2025, prepared by
Richard Spinelli LLS for a proposed subdivision at 45 Cooper Lane, he found that the proposed
subdivision is zoning compliant for the two lots in a R-6 Zoning District; and
WHEREAS on February 26, 2025 the Town of Mamaroneck Zoning Board of Appeals adopted a
resolution approving the Applicant's requested variances for lot width, street line frontage, combined
side yard setback and parking/travel way location (the "ZBA Resolution"); and
WHEREAS the ZBA Resolution imposes the following conditions (the ZBA Conditions"):
"6. In connection with the anticipated subdivision of the Property, which is subject to Planning
Board approval, prior to the filing of a subdivision plat with the Westchester County Division
of Land Records, the Applicant shall be required to (i) secure a Town demolition permit for the
detached garage and porte-cochere and (ii) complete such demolition and (iii) secure a letter
of completion from the Town Building Department to confirm that such demolition results in
two zoning lots in accordance with the approved plans; and
7. Within six (6) months of the date the Planning Board approves the proposed subdivision, and to
the satisfaction of Counsel to the Zoning Board of Appeals, Applicant shall execute restrictive
covenants against the Property limiting the square footage of any dwelling on Lot A to 2500
square feet and any dwelling on Lot B to 2750 square feet, in both cases exclusive of basement
(the "Restrictive Covenants').
8. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, and at the same time the Applicant files a subdivision
plat as referenced in Condition #6 hereof, the Applicant shall also file the Restrictive Covenants
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in the Westchester County Division of Land Records and, immediately thereafter, submit proof
of such recording to the Town Building Department.
9. This Resolution and the Restrictive Covenants shall run with the land."
WHEREAS the Town Engineer, the Town Building Inspector and Al Engineers, Inc., Dolph Rotfeld
Engineering Division, (the "Town's Consulting Engineer") reviewed the following plans submitted in
connection with this Application (hereinafter referred to as the "Plans"):
• "Subdivision Plat" prepared by Richard Spinelli LLS dated August 21, 2025
WHEREAS the Coastal Zone Management Commission ("CZMC") reviewed the Application at its
meeting on September 29, 2025, and issued a letter to the Planning Board, dated October 7, 2025 (the
"CZMC Letter"), which stated that it found the proposed action to be consistent with the Local
Waterfront Revitalization Program ("LWRP"); and
WHEREAS a duly noticed public hearing on the preliminary layout was conducted on October 8, 2025;
and
WHEREAS another public hearing will be conducted in connection with the final subdivision plat; and
WHEREAS the Proposed Action is an unlisted action pursuant to the New York State Environmental
Quality Review Act, 6 NYCRR §617 et seq. (SEQRA), the Town of Mamaroneck Environmental Quality
Review Law (MEQR); and
WHEREAS the Board reviewed and discussed a draft determination of non -significance of the
Proposed Action (the "Negative Declaration") on October 8, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Section 190-8(A) of the Town Subdivision Law provides that, before the Board accepts
submission of the final layout of the subdivision plat, the subdivider shall obtain the approval, without
qualification, of the Westchester County Department of Health, Westchester Joint Water Works or
Veolia Water, as applicable, and any other agency having jurisdiction over the premises (together, the
"Necessary Certifications"); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board has considered the Application and the preliminary layout; the Plans,
the Zoning Compliance Memo, statements and responses to questions by the Applicant and its
representatives; memos, letters, reports and comments of the Town Engineer, the Town Environmental
Planner, the CZMC, the Planning Board's consultants and the counsel to the Planning Board, and has
heard and read testimony and reviewed other submissions from interested members of the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to SEQRA and MEQR, the Planning Board
hereby APPROVES the adoption of the Negative Declaration, a copy of which will be kept on file with
the Town Building Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Planning Board hereby conveys its tentative conclusion that,
subject to the ZBA Conditions, the preliminary layout is satisfactory pursuant to Section 190-7 of the
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Town Subdivision Law and authorizes the Applicant to obtain the Necessary Certifications pursuant to
Section 190-8 of the Town Subdivision Law and thereafter return to the Planning Board for potential
approval of the final plat.
This decision is hereby certified as true and correct and shall be filed with the Town Clerk.
Application #5 — 36 Byron Lane — Blair Dyer — Residential Site Plan — Continued Consideration
Nicholas Shirrah of Hudson Engineering, engineers for the applicant, was present to address the
Planning Board and provide an overview of the project which proposes a renovation to a single-family
dwelling.
Mr. Shirrah stated that a generator and HVAC units had been added to the plans
Motion: To schedule the public hearing
Moved by Elizabeth Cooney seconded by Ira Block
Action: Approved
Application #6 — Acura of Westchester, 2155 Palmer Ave. — The Westchester Automobile Co.,
Inc — Special Use Permit Extension — Public Hearing
John Pomponio was present to address the Planning Board and request a Special Use Permit
Extension. Mr. Pomponio stated there were no changes requested.
Mr. Engel requested that conditions 10 and 18 from the previously issued Special Use Permit
Extension be removed.
Motion: To open the public hearing
Moved by Elizabeth Cooney seconded by Ira Block
Action: Approved
There were no questions or comments from members of the public.
Motion: To close the public hearing
Moved by Edmund Papazian seconded by Ira Block
Action: Approved
Motion: To adopt the draft resolution for special use permit extension, as modified
Moved by Ron Mandel seconded by Elizabeth Cooney
Action: Approved
RESOLUTION
EXTENSION OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Westchester Automobile Co./Acura of Westchester
2155 Palmer Avenue
Town of Mamaroneck, New York
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On motion of Ron Mandel, seconded by Elizabeth Cooney, the application of Westchester Automobile
Co./Acura of Westchester (the "Applicant") for an extension of a Special Use Permit was
APPROVED by the Planning Board of the Town of Mamaroneck (the "Board") upon the following
resolution, which was adopted by a vote of 5 to 0, with no abstentions:
WHEREAS this application relates to premises located at 2155 Palmer Avenue and known on the Tax
Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Section 5, Block 1, Lot 1 (the "Subject Property") for
continued use as an automobile dealership with facilities for service and repair of motor vehicles (the
"Application"); and
WHEREAS on June 12, 1985, the Planning Board of the Town of Mamaroneck adopted a resolution
approving a special use permit for D'Elia and DeCaro Automobile Dealership as an automobile dealership
with facilities for service and repair of motor vehicles located at the Subject Property; and
WHEREAS the Subject Property now has a zoning designation of B-R; and
WHEREAS according to Section 240-30.B.8 of the Zoning Code of the Town of Mamaroneck (the
Zoning Code") car sales is not listed as a permissible principal use or specially permitted use in the B-R
zoning district; and
WHEREAS despite the fact that the Subject Property is no longer zoned for car sales, the existing use is
grandfathered pursuant to Section 240-74 of the Zoning Code; and
WHEREAS Section 240-74 of the Zoning Code states as follows:
Any use lawfully existing on the effective date of this amended chapter or on the date of
any subsequent amendment to this chapter, in the district in which such use is or was at
the time classified in this chapter as one requiring a special permit, shall, without further
action, be deemed to be a conforming use in such district. Any extension of or addition to
such use or any enlargement or extension of any building or structure shall be subject to
the requirements of Sections 240-60 through 240-64, inclusive, of this chapter, and said
sections shall apply to such extension, addition or enlargement of any use, building or
structure in like manner as to original permitted special uses.
WHEREAS the Planning Board considered the Application, the plans, comments and responses to
questions by the Applicant, the reports and comments of the Planning Board staff and consultant and
heard any interested members of the public; and
WHEREAS the Planning Board granted a special use permit as to the Subject Property on September 9,
2020, which was extended on February 15, 2023 and expired on September 9, 2024; and
WHEREAS the Town of Mamaroneck Building Inspector issued a memo to the Planning Board dated
October 1, 2025 which stated that there are no violations at the subject property; and
WHEREAS all required referrals were made pursuant to Section 240-61.E of the Town Code; and
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WHEREAS the Applicant stated that there has been no change in the use of the Property since the
most recent special use permit relating to the Property was extended; and
WHEREAS the Planning Board held a duly noticed public hearing about the Application on October 8,
2025; and
WHEREAS this Application is a Type II Action under the New York State Environmental Quality
Review Act and the Town of Mamaroneck Environmental Quality Review Act (Section 92-8.A.(9),(16),
(24) (25) of the Town Code) and, therefore, no environmental impact review is required; and
WHEREAS Section 240-62 of the Zoning Code of the Town of Mamaroneck provides that the Planning
Board shall not grant a special use permit unless it determines the standards stated therein have been
met; and
WHEREAS the Planning Board chair stated that the Town Building Inspector had stated to him that
there are no existing violations affecting the Subject Property, and the Deputy Town Engineer confirmed
that statement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Board makes findings of facts as
follows:
A. That the proposed use is in general harmony with the surrounding area and shall not adversely
impact upon adjacent properties due to the traffic generated by said use or the access of traffic
from said use onto and off of adjoining streets.
B. That the operations in connection with the special permit use will not be more objectionable to
nearby properties by reason of noise, fumes, vibration, flashing of lights or other aspects than
would be operations of any permitted use not requiring a special permit.
C. That the proposed special permit use will be in harmony with the general health, safety and
welfare of the surrounding area and that by the nature of its particular location it will not
adversely impact upon surrounding properties or surrounding property values.
D. That there are no existing violations of this chapter as to the Subject Property.
E. That there has been no change in circumstances in the area, which would require the Planning
Board to deny this request.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board hereby APPROVES the Application subject to the
following terms and conditions:
1. This Special Use Permit is limited to (a) the sale, lease, service and storage of new and
used Acura vehicles and (b) the sale, lease service and storage of vehicles accepted by
the Applicant for trade in. Trade ins which are sold on the premises by the Applicant
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may be serviced for the purposes of sales only. Storage of vehicles on the premises shall
only be permissible if in conformance with the prior provisions of this paragraph.
2. Service of automobiles shall be by appointment only except for emergency situations.
All vehicles entering the building for service shall enter from the rear of the existing
building. The service area shall open no earlier than 7 A.M. Monday through Saturday,
and the service operations shall commence no earlier than 7:30 A.M. Monday through
Friday and 8 A.M. on Saturday. Service operations shall cease no later than 9 P.M.
Monday through Friday and 6 P.M. on Saturday. There shall be no service operations
on Sunday. Activity in the service area after 7 P.M. shall be closed to the public except
for auto pickups.
3. The sales office and showroom shall open no earlier than 9 A.M. on Monday through
Saturday and close no later than 9 P.M. Monday through Friday and 5 P.M. on Saturdays.
The sales office may be open only between the hours of 11:30 A.M. and 5 P.M. on
Sundays and legal holidays.
4. No vehicles shall be parked within fifteen feet of any street or sidewalk except along
Harrison Drive behind the front line of the existing building.
5. Only automobiles and passenger vans shall be parked on the site, except for trucks which
are loading or unloading supplies, but not vehicles, for use by the Applicant at the site.
Loading and unloading of vehicles shall be on the Applicant's property across Harrison
Drive from the Subject Property or elsewhere not adjacent to the Subject Property.
6. There shall be no parking of vehicle transport vehicles on Palmer Avenue or on Harrison
Drive.
7. There shall be no loading and unloading of vehicles on Palmer Avenue or on Harrison
Drive.
8. The motor vehicles parked on the roof of the building shall not be visible from Palmer
Avenue.
9. No test drives of vehicles serviced or for purchase or lease shall be permitted south of
Palmer Avenue on residential streets within the borders of the Town of Mamaroneck.
10. Subject to any variance granted by the Town's Zoning Board of Appeals, all signs shall
comply with the requirements of the sign ordinance of the Town of Mamaroneck. One
freestanding sign will be permitted at the corner of Palmer Avenue and Harrison Drive
and one identification sign will be permitted on the building. Small signs (one foot by
two feet maximum, with a maximum height of three feet) shall be permitted to direct
customers to the service and sales entrances.
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11. All lighting shall be internally directed and only subdued lighting shall be permitted after
hours of operation. The lighting in the rear shall be reflected downward so as not to be
visible from the sidewalk on Palmer Avenue.
12. Other than to comply with Condition #8 above, no fencing shall be constructed on the
property except across curb cuts, but the fence currently existing along Harrison Drive
may remain.
13. No sound amplification systems audible outside the existing building shall be used in
connection with the operations hereby permitted.
14. No banners, flags, pennants, buntings, balloons, or similar items shall be permitted on
the site except a total of three flag poles for any of the following flags: American flag,
New York State flag, Westchester County flag, Town of Mamaroneck flag, and/or
Village of Larchmont flag, and no temporary structures shall be erected on the site.
15. This Special Use Permit is subject to the termination requirements set forth in section 240-
64 and 240-65 of the Zoning Code of the Town of Mamaroneck.
16. This Special Use Permit shall expire on September 9, 2026.
17. The Applicant shall maintain, in good condition, the striping, planting and painting, as
well as the fencing to screen vehicles parked on the roof of the existing building, in
accordance with the most -recently submitted plans relating to the Property.
This decision hereby is certified as true and correct and shall be filed with the Town Clerk.
Application #7 — Nautilus Diner, 1240 W. Boston Post Rd. — Nautilus Equities, Inc — Special Use
Permit Extension — Public Hearing
Jeffrey Schwartz, Esq. was present to address the Planning Board and request a Special Use Permit
Extension. Mr. Schwartz stated there were no changes requested.
Motion: To open the public hearing
Moved by Elizabeth Cooney seconded by Edmund Papazian
Action: Approved
There were no questions or comments from members of the public.
Motion: To close the public hearing
Moved by Ira Block seconded by Ron Mandel
Action: Approved
Motion: To adopt the draft resolution for special use permit extension, as modified
Moved by Edmund Papazian seconded by Ron Mandel
Action: Approved
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RESOLUTION
EXTENSION OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Nautilus Equities, Inc., doing business as Nautilus Diner
1240 West Boston Post Road
Town of Mamaroneck, New York
On motion of Edmund Papazian, seconded by Ron Mandel, the application of the Nautilus Equities,
Inc., doing business as Nautilus Diner (the "Applicant") for an extension of its special use permit was
APPROVED by the Planning Board of the Town of Mamaroneck (the "Board") upon the following
resolution, which was adopted by a vote of 5 to 0, with no abstentions:
WHEREAS the Applicant is the operator of a diner located at 1240 West Boston Post Road and known
on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Section 4, Block 8, Lot 110 (the
"Property"); and
WHEREAS the Property is located within the B-R District which allows "Restaurants" as a special use
pursuant to Section 240-30(B) and (C) of the Zoning Code of the Town of Mamaroneck (the "Town
Code"); and
WHEREAS the original special use permit was granted in 1992 (the "Special Use Permit"); and
WHEREAS the Applicant submitted an application for an extension of its Special Use Permit for the
continued use of the Property as a diner; and
WHEREAS all required referrals were made pursuant to Section 240-61.E of the Town Code; and
WHEREAS the Town of Mamaroneck Building Inspector issued a memo to the Planning Board dated
October 1, 2025 which stated that there are no violations at the subject property; and
WHEREAS, on September 14, 2022 the Planning Board granted an extension of the Special Use Permit
which expired on July 8, 2024; and
WHEREAS a duly noticed public hearing was conducted on October 8, 2025; and
WHEREAS the Applicant stated that there has been no change in the use of the Property since the
most recent special use permit relating to the Property was extended; and
WHEREAS the Planning Board of the Town of Mamaroneck (the "Board") has considered the
application for an extension of the Special Use Permit and has reviewed documents submitted by the
Applicant, the reports and comments of the staff of the Town of Mamaroneck and any comments made
by interested members of the public; and
WHEREAS the Board has determined that the proposed action is a Type II action pursuant to the New
York State Environmental Quality Review Act and its implementing regulations, 6 NYCRR Part
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617.5(C)(18), and that, therefore, no further action is required under the New York State Environmental
Quality Review Act.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that, in accordance with Section 240-62 of the Town
Code, this Board makes the following findings of fact, as limited by the conditions hereinafter set forth:
A. The proposed use, as limited by the conditions set forth herein, is in general harmony with the
surrounding area and shall not adversely impact upon the adjacent properties due to traffic generated by
said use or the access of traffic from said use onto or off of adjoining streets.
B. The operations in connection with the extension of the Special Use Permit will be no more
objectionable to nearby properties by reason of noise, fumes, vibrations, flashing of lights or other
aspects than would be the operations of any other permitted use not requiring a Special Use Permit.
C. The proposed extension of the Special Use Permit use will be in harmony with the general health,
safety and welfare of the surrounding area by the nature of its particular location. It will not adversely
impact upon surrounding properties or surrounding property values.
D. That there are no existing violations of Chapter 240 of the Town Code on the property which is the
subject of the application.
E. That there has been no change in circumstances in the area, which would require the Planning Board
to deny this request.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this application is hereby APPROVED, subject to the following
terms and conditions:
1. The hours of operation shall not exceed 6:00 a.m. to midnight, seven (7) days per week.
2. This permit will expire on July 8, 2026.
3. This permit is subject to the termination requirements set forth in Section 240-64 and 240-65 and the
use restrictions set forth in Section 240-30 of the Town Code.
4. The Property shall conform to the site layout plan on file with the Town Building Department.
5. In accordance with Section 240-61.F of the Town Code, the Applicant shall be required to pay to the
Town its actual cost of technical reviews, including, without limitation, consulting fees, within 30 days
of the date hereof.
This decision is hereby certified as true and correct and shall be filed with the Town Clerk.
Application #8 — Staples, 2444 Boston Post Rd. — Office Superstore East LLC — Special Use
Permit Extension — Public Hearing
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Jacqueline Cohen of Zarin & Steinmetz, LLP was present to address the Planning Board and request a
Special Use Permit Extension. Ms. Cohen stated there were no changes requested.
Motion: To open the public hearing
Moved by Elizabeth Cooney seconded by Ron Mandel
Action: Approved
There were no questions or comments from members of the public.
Motion: To close the public hearing
Moved by Ron Mandel seconded by Ira Block
Action: Approved
Motion: To adopt the draft resolution for special use permit extension, as modified
Moved by Ira Block seconded by Elizabeth Cooney
Action: Approved
RESOLUTION
EXTENSION OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT
Superstore East LLC, doing business as Staples
2444 Boston Post Road
Town of Mamaroneck, New York
On motion of Ira Block, seconded by Elizabeth Cooney, the application of Office Superstore East LLC,
doing business as Staples (the "Applicant") to extend a special use permit was APPROVED by the
Planning Board of the Town of Mamaroneck (the "Board") upon the following resolution, which was
adopted by a vote of 5 to 0 with no abstentions.
WHEREAS the Applicant is the lessee of retail space located at 2444 Boston Post Road and known
on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 503, Lot 137 (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS the Property is located within the SB-R District which allows retail stores as a special
use pursuant to Section 240-31.B(1) of the Zoning Code of the Town of Mamaroneck (the "Town
Code"); and
WHEREAS the Applicant submitted an application for to extend its special use permit for use of the
Property as a store for the sale of goods at retail; and
WHEREAS the Applicant's special use permit was last extended on September 13, 2023 with an
expiration date of October 16, 2025; and
WHEREAS all required referrals were made pursuant to Section 240-61.E of the Town Code; and
WHEREAS the Town of Mamaroneck Building Inspector issued a memo to the Planning Board dated
October 1, 2025 which stated that there are no violations at the subject property; and
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WHEREAS a duly noticed public hearing was held on October 8, 2025; and
WHEREAS the Applicant stated that there has been no change in the use of the Property since the
most recent special use permit relating to the Property was extended; and
WHEREAS the Planning Board of the Town of Mamaroneck (the "Board") has considered the
application for an extension of the special use permit and has reviewed the plans and zoning report
and environmental analysis submitted by the Applicant, the reports and comments of Town of
Mamaroneck staff and consultants and comments made by any interested members of the public; and
WHEREAS the Board has determined that the proposed action is a Type II action and that, therefore,
no further action is required under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that, in accordance with Section 240-62 of the Town
Code, this Board makes the following findings of fact, as limited by the conditions hereinafter set forth:
A. The proposed use as limited by the conditions set forth herein is in general harmony with the
surrounding area and shall not adversely impact upon the adjacent properties due to traffic
generated by said use or the access of traffic from said use onto or off of adjoining streets.
B. The operations in connection with the special use permit will be no more objectionable to nearby
properties by reason of noise, fumes, vibrations, flashing of lights or other aspects than would
be the operations of any other permitted use not requiring a Special Use Permit.
C. The proposed special use permit use will be in harmony with the general health, safety and
welfare of the surrounding area by the nature of its particular location. It will not adversely
impact upon surrounding properties or surrounding property values.
D. The property subject to this special use permit has no existing violation of the Town of
Mamaroneck Zoning Ordinance.
E. The applicant has represented that there has been no change in circumstances in the area, which
would require the Planning Board to deny this request.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this application is hereby APPROVED, subject to the
following terms and conditions:
1. The hours of operation, including deliveries, shall not exceed 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday
through Sunday.
2. This permit will expire on October 16, 2027.
3. This permit is subject to the termination requirements set forth in Section 240-64 and 240-65 and
the use restrictions set forth in Section 240-31 of the Town Code.
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4. The Property shall conform to the site plan on file with the Town Building Department.
5. In accordance with Section 240-61.F of the Town Code, the Applicant shall be required to pay to the
Town its actual cost of technical reviews, including, without limitation, consulting fees, within 30 days
of the date hereof.
This decision is hereby certified and shall be filed with the Town Clerk.
OTHER BUSINESS
With reference to a "Notice to Involved Agencies/Declaration of Intent to be Lead Agency" dated
September 26, 2025 submitted by the Town Zoning Board of Appeals, Board members discussed and
decided to take no action.
The Planning Board and staff discussed a September 18, 2025 memo to the Planning Board submitted
by William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney, regarding a proposed amendment to the Town Zoning Code,
entitled "Zoning amendment for Elkan Road". Board members discussed and stated no objection to
the proposed amendment.
Motion: To direct counsel to convey the Planning Board's report and recommendation
Moved by Elizabeth Cooney seconded by James Carroll
Opposed: Edmund Papazian
Action: Approved
The meeting was adjourned at 9:16 P.M.
Minutes pre red by
arol M rray
Deputy own Engineer
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