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This meeting of the Pleasantville Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) was held on Thursday, February 3, 2026 at 1:15 PM via hybrid in-person and Zoom. Note: The transcript states the date as January 29, 2016/2026; however, per the user-provided information, the correct meeting date is February 3, 2026. The board considered two variance applications, approved them unanimously, and discussed scheduling for future meetings. Members present: Ms. Krieger, Mr. Campbell, Mr. Crabps (in-person), and Mr. Budson (via Zoom). Mr. Serge also participated electronically.
Case No. 2026‑01 – Juan and Maryam Paez – 112 Great Oak Lane Applicant sought a variance to convert an existing roof‑covered enclosed porch into habitable living space, which was non‑compliant with the front yard setback (deficient by approximately 12 feet). Architect Jim Coleman presented the proposal, noting the existing greenhouse structure was not properly insulated and that the new design would be architecturally sensitive and well‑screened from the street. The board found the variance to be de minimis (not substantial) and that no feasible alternatives existed. The public hearing was closed and the board voted unanimously to approve.
Case No. 2026‑02 – Brent Gregersen – 80 Highview Terrace Applicant requested three variances for additions and alterations to a single‑family dwelling: (1) a story variance because the basement is considered a story, resulting in a three‑story building (with fire protection provided); (2) a front yard setback variance of 6.7 feet for a new deck (required 30 ft, provided 23.3 ft); (3) a side yard setback variance of 9.07 feet (required 20 ft, provided 10.93 ft) triggered by removal of a previously proposed accessory garage. Architect Steve Dabovsky noted the project had been before the board in 2022 with favorable votes, but was not built. The footprint remains unchanged, and the neighboring property is at a higher elevation, minimizing impact. The board applied the balancing test and voted unanimously to approve.
Okay. Serge, you can hear us. Yes. Okie dokie. Good evening, lady. Well, gentlemen. I don't know if there are any ladies. I was gonna say ladies and gentlemen. Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Today's date is January 29, 2016 in the Pleasantville Zoning Board of Appeals in session. President in the room are Miss Krieger, Mr. Campbell, and Mr. Crabps. Mr. Budson is participating via our electronic system. Well, we like to think that if you're entitled to something, you get it, whether there are three of us, four of us, or five of us. It takes three of us to give you what you're asking for. And some people would say that it's easier to get three votes out of five than to get three votes out of four. Because of that, what we allow people to do is either say now or even any time up until we vote formally. Okay. First case on the agenda, case number 2026, one. First case of the year. Juan and Marianne. Am I saying that correctly? Uh one one two Great Oak Lane, proposed conversion of existing roof covered enclosure porch into new habitable space within existing single family dwelling on site in violation of section one hundred eighty-five, etc. etc. etc. Is the applicant present? Yes. We've received the material that's been submitted on your behalf uh with respect to this application. This is your opportunity to supplement uh your application if you want. You don't have to, but if you want, uh you're certainly welcome to do it. Uh and you're welcome to come to the podium. Uh as you can tell, we we are broadcasting to Mr. Budson who's somewhere. Uh uh in an un in an undisclosed location. Uh so now you have to say your name and your address. Well, if you're the architect or the lawyer, you don't have to necessarily say your address. If you're the owner, say the address along with your name when you speak because we're recording this, and that way they're uh we'll have it. You have the floor, sir. So I'm uh Jim Coleman, I'm the architect. Uh this is the owner. Good evening. You have the floor. So very briefly, um, there's uh existing house.