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Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board will hold public hearings and discuss several site plans and special permits. Key items include a preliminary subdivision for 13 lots at Whitmore Estates, a site plan amendment for a pool, and a special permit for a health club and mini-storage at the former Walmart building. Two hearings for single-family homes on Hall Avenue are rescheduled to September 22, 2026.

• Preliminary subdivision for 13-lot at 5 and 15 Windward Avenue (Whitmore Estates)
• Site plan amendment for in-ground swimming pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Special permit for health club and mini-storage at 275 Main Street (former Walmart)
• Special use permit for outdoor storage of motor vehicles at 322 Central Avenue (Honda dealership)
• One-year extension of site plan approval at 20 Haarlem Avenue (fourth extension)

Transportation Commission

The White Plains Transportation Commission is meeting to discuss multiple parking-related requests from residents and businesses, including changes to parking restrictions on several streets. Most items are being held for further review or resident polling. The commission will also consider three Common Council referrals, including a site plan amendment for 275 Main Street.

• 275 Main Street: amended site plan and special permit for health club and mini storage facility
• 25 North Lexington: retail signage limited to wall mounted signage
• 20 Haarlem Avenue, 27 Holland Avenue & 7-11 Holland Avenue: extension of site plan approval
• Holland Avenue: request to change parking restrictions to 'No Parking 10AM-11AM'
• Bursley Place: multiple requests to address hospital and construction parking

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board took several actions, including approving a site plan amendment for an in-ground pool, recommending approval of a special permit for a health club and mini-storage facility, and scheduling a public hearing for a 13-lot subdivision. Several other applications were rescheduled or adjourned due to applicant absence.

• Approved site plan amendment for in-ground pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Recommended approval of special permit for health club and mini-storage at 275 Main Street (former Walmart)
• Scheduled public hearing for 13-lot subdivision at 5 and 15 Windward Avenue (Whitmore Estates)
• No objection to master retail signage plan at 25 North Lexington Avenue
• Adjourned Honda dealership outdoor storage application at 322 Central Avenue (applicant absent)

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board will hold public hearings on several site plan applications, including a 13-lot subdivision at the former Windward School property (5 and 15 Windward Avenue) and site plans for single-family homes at 1020 and 1024 Hall Avenue. The board will also consider a resolution approving a site plan amendment for an in-ground swimming pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue, and will discuss other items such as a retail signage plan, a special permit for a health club and mini-storage at 275 Main Street, and a special use permit for outdoor vehicle storage at 322 Central Avenue. Several previously adjourned items are listed for no discussion.

• Preliminary subdivision application for 13-lot subdivision at 5 and 15 Windward Avenue (Whitmore Estates)
• Site plan amendment for in-ground swimming pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue (approved by resolution)
• Site plan applications for single-family houses at 1020 and 1024 Hall Avenue (hearings adjourned to September 22, 2026)
• Special permit approval for health club and mini-storage at 275 Main Street (former Walmart building)
• Special use permit for outdoor storage of motor vehicles at 322 Central Avenue (Honda dealership)

Conservation Board

The White Plains Conservation Board meeting scheduled for August 17, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2026, at 7:30 PM in the Common Council Chambers at City Hall, 255 Main Street.

• August 17, 2026 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: September 21, 2026, 7:30 PM, Common Council Chambers, City Hall, 255 Main Street

Design Review Board

The White Plains Design Review Board is meeting to review ten applications, including new signage, exterior modifications, and a major redevelopment proposal. The most significant item is a request for amended site plan and special permit approvals to renovate the building at 275 Main Street and add a health club and mini storage facility. The board will also consider a one-year extension for a site plan approval for properties at 27 Holland Ave and 7-11 Holland Ave.

• 275 Main St. Associates, L.P. — amended Site Plan and Special Permit for renovation, health club on first floor, mini storage below grade
• NW Plains Venture LLC — one-year extension for Site Plan approval for redevelopment at 27 Holland Ave & 7-11 Holland Ave
• La Michoacana Ice Cream Shop — wall sign installation at 66 East Post Rd
• Azul Bar & Grill — storefront and facade changes at 8 So Kensico Ave
• Greystar — master retail signage plan at 25 North Lexington Ave

The Design Review Board approved several applications for exterior modifications and signage, including a roof color change, monument sign lettering, and a wall sign. Two applications were not reviewed because applicants were absent, and one signage application was sent back for revisions. The board also recommended approval for a master retail signage plan and a mixed-use project with a health club and mini storage.

• Approved exterior modifications at 495 Central Ave (26-50)
• Approved roof paint color change at 6 Cottage Place (26-52)
• Approved monument sign lettering at 27 Barker Ave (26-53)
• Approved wall sign at 120 Bloomingdale Road (26-55)
• Recommended approval of master signage plan at 25 North Lexington Ave (26-56)
• Recommended approval of site plan for health club and mini storage at 275 Main Street (26-57)
• No comment on one-year extension at 20 Haarlem Ave (26-58)
• Not reviewed: 66 East Post Rd and 8 So Kensico Ave (applicants absent)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The White Plains Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its August 2026 meeting. Several applications have been adjourned to September 2, 2026, including a proposal to build a Buddhist Temple at 1 Sycamore Lane and a garage conversion at 27 Rose Street. New applications for a pool, parking lot, deck legalization, and two extension requests have been received but will not be heard in August.

• Buddhist Temple proposal at 1 Sycamore Lane requires wetlands buffer variance and multiple area variances
• Garage conversion and front porch addition at 27 Rose Street needs three area variances
• In-ground swimming pool at 2 Seymour Place requires two area variances
• One-year extension requested for BESS facility at 118 Oakley Avenue
• One-year extension requested for 9-level parking garage at 34 East Post Road for White Plains Hospital

Common Council

The Common Council held a public hearing and voted 7-0 to amend the zoning ordinance to permit mini storage facilities as a special permit use in the CB-3 (Core-Business) District. The council also adopted several ordinances, including budget amendments for EV charging stations, tax settlement authorizations, and a franchise agreement amendment with First Light Fiber. Other actions included approving grants for youth programs, a license agreement for a rappelling demonstration, and scheduling a public hearing for a special permit application at 275 Main Street.

• Zoning amendment to allow mini storage facilities in CB-3 District (adopted 7-0)
• Budget amendment for Capital Project C5672 'EV Charging Stations FY26' (adopted 7-0)
• Franchise agreement amendment with TVC Albany, Inc. D/B/A First Light Fiber (adopted 7-0)
• Taxicab rate schedule amendment (adopted 7-0)
• Public hearing scheduled for Sept 8, 2026 for special permit at 275 Main Street (health club and mini-storage)

The Common Council adopted a zoning amendment to permit mini-storage facilities as a special permit use in the CB-3 (Core-Business) District, subject to conditions including a 2-acre minimum lot area and below-grade location. The Council also approved a series of budget amendments, grants, and agreements, including a $200,000 increase for EV charging stations and a $122,271.42 contract for police software. A one-year extension was granted for the Brookfield Commons Phase 3 development at 161 South Lexington Avenue.

• Adopted zoning amendment permitting mini-storage facilities in CB-3 district (7-0)
• Adopted environmental findings resolution for the zoning amendment
• Approved $200,000 budget increase for EV Charging Stations project (7-0)
• Authorized $122,271.42 agreement with NEOGOV for PowerDMS software (7-0)
• Approved $83,000 transfer for video surveillance camera software (7-0)
• Extended Brookfield Commons Phase 3 site plan and special permit approvals to August 7, 2027 (Simmons recused)
• Approved settlement of tax review proceedings for multiple properties (7-0)
• Adopted taxicab rate schedule amendment (7-0)

Common Council

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a zoning text amendment to permit mini-storage facilities as a special permit use in the CB-3 (Core Business) District, provided they are located entirely below grade. The proposal targets the vacant 2.29-acre site at 275 Main Street, formerly home to retail stores, which would convert 90,000 sq ft of basement space into self-storage.

• Zoning amendment to allow mini-storage facilities in CB-3 District as special permit use
• Proposed facility at 275 Main Street (2.29-acre site, 90,000 sq ft below-grade conversion)
• Requires minimum 2-acre lot, below-grade location, and vehicular access from major roadways
• Reappointment of Philip M. Platz to Board of Assessment Review (term expires Sept 30, 2031)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss and vote on several resolutions and hold public hearings. Items include appointments, budget transfers, and routine municipal business. No major policy changes or high-dollar contracts are listed.

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Common Council

The Common Council is considering an ordinance that would authorize the Commissioner of Recreation and Parks to sign an agreement with the Town of Greenburgh for use of town facilities to host an adult men's basketball league. The city anticipates using the facilities on August 15, 18, and 20, 2026, with additional dates possible. The ordinance would allow payment of fees to the town and include indemnification terms.

• Authorizes agreement with Town of Greenburgh for basketball league facility use
• Facility use dates: August 15, 18, and 20, 2026, with possible additional dates
• Authorizes payment of fees to the Town for facility use
• Agreement includes indemnification of the Town by the City
• Ordinance takes effect immediately upon approval

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on amending zoning to allow mini-storage facilities in the CB-3 District. The body is also reviewing budget amendments for EV charging stations and various grant acceptances for youth services.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment for mini-storage facilities in the CB-3 District
• Budget amendment for Capital Project No. C5672 (EV Charging Stations FY26)
• Amendment to the Taxicab Rate Schedule in the Municipal Code
• Grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for youth alcohol prevention
• Site plan and special permit extension for 161 South Lexington Avenue

Common Council

The Common Council will meet to authorize two grant applications to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the Empire State Development Market New York Round 15 Grant Program. The body will also discuss an EV Charging Station capital project and hear a presentation from Sustainable Westchester.

• Grant application to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
• Grant application to the Empire State Development Market New York Round 15 Grant Program
• Discussion of 'EV Charging Station' capital project
• Presentation by Sustainable Westchester

Common Council

The Common Council met to authorize grant applications to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the Empire State Development Market New York Round 15 Grant Program. The body also discussed an EV Charging Station capital project and received a presentation from Sustainable Westchester.

• Grant application to New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (Approved 7-0)
• Grant application to New York State Development Market New York Round 15 Grant Program (Approved 7-0)
• Discussion of 'EV Charging Station' capital project
• Presentation by Sustainable Westchester

The Common Council authorized grant applications for a food waste composting initiative and the 2027 Women's World Cup Soccer Fest. The council also received a presentation on EV charging station funding and a clean energy outreach campaign.

• Approved grant application for $735,966 for the Smart Composting Initiative (Unanimous)
• Approved grant application for up to $300,000 for Soccer Fest 2027: Women’s World Cup (Unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider ordinances to apply for state grants for food waste diversion and a women's soccer event. The body will also discuss funding for EV charging stations and hear a presentation from Sustainable Westchester.

• Grant application for $735,966 for the 'White Plains' Smart Composting Initiative', requesting $367,983 from NY State
• Grant application for up to $300,000 for 'Soccer Fest 2027: Women’s World Cup', requesting up to $150,000 from Empire State Development
• Proposed $200,000 budget increase for engineering services for the 'EV Charging Stations FY26' project, bringing total cost to $1,487,187
• Presentation by Sustainable Westchester

Capital Projects Board

The Capital Projects Board is meeting to discuss an amendment to the FY 26-27 Capital Improvement Program. The board will consider increasing the budget for electric vehicle charging stations.

• Increase funding for 'EV Charging Stations FY26' by $200,000 to a new total of $1,487,187

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review multiple parking-related requests from residents and businesses, including proposed restrictions on Howard Avenue, Bursley Place, and near the Church in the Highlands. The agenda also includes a zoning amendment referral for mini storage facilities in the CB-3 district and a request for an extension of Brookfield Commons Phase 3. Staff recommendations are to hold most items for further study or resident polling.

• Howard Avenue: request for 2-hour daytime parking restriction to improve emergency vehicle access
• Bursley Place: multiple resident complaints about hospital and construction worker parking; staff recommends polling residents
• 193 East Post Road: request for 15-minute parking space outside Coffee Social
• Zoning amendment referral: mini storage facilities in CB-3 (Core Business) District as special permit use
• Brookfield Commons Phase 3 extension request from Building Commissioner

The Transportation Commission approved the minutes of the June 16, 2026 meeting. It recommended the approval of Honorable Victoria Presser and Ms. Udomlug (Nok) Siriphonlai as new members of the Commission. All seven parking-related requests were held, pending further review or resident polling. The Commission also recommended approval of a zoning amendment for mini storage facilities in the CB-3 district and an extension for Brookfield Commons Phase 3.

• Approved minutes of June 16, 2026 meeting
• Recommended Victoria Presser and Udomlug Siriphonlai as Commission members
• Held Howard Avenue parking restriction request
• Held 8 Cottage Place parking review
• Held Bursley Place parking review
• Held 193 East Post Road 15-minute parking request
• Held Longview/Grandview Avenue parking limit request
• Held Davis Avenue all-way stop/speed hump request

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board will hold public hearings on July 21 for site plan applications for single-family houses at 1020 and 1024 Hall Avenue, both on environmentally sensitive sites. The board also adopted minutes from May 19 and approved a one-year extension at 126 Woodcrest Avenue. A petition to amend the zoning ordinance to allow mini-storage in the CB-3 district was found appropriate and recommended for a public hearing.

• Public hearing for single-family house at 1020 Hall Avenue (environmentally sensitive site)
• Public hearing for single-family house at 1024 Hall Avenue (environmentally sensitive site)
• Board recommends zoning amendment to add mini-storage as special permit use in CB-3 district, below grade
• One-year site plan extension approved for 126 Woodcrest Avenue
• Several applications adjourned without discussion, including 60 South Broadway subdivision extension

Planning Board

The White Plains Planning Board postponed the vote on a site plan amendment for an in-ground swimming pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue to the August 18, 2026 meeting because there were not enough members present to vote. The Board also voted to send a letter to the Common Council stating it has no objection to a one-year extension for the Brookfield Commons Phase 3 project at 161 South Lexington Avenue. Additionally, the Board granted a one-year extension for the subdivision approval at 2 Hunting Ridge Road.

• Postponed vote on site plan amendment for in-ground swimming pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue (R1-12.5 Zoning District)
• No objection letter sent to Common Council for one-year extension of Brookfield Commons Phase 3 at 161 South Lexington Avenue
• Granted one-year extension for subdivision approval at 2 Hunting Ridge Road (R1-7.5 Zoning District)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan amendment for a pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue. The board will also consider extension requests for projects at 161 South Lexington Avenue and 2 Hunting Ridge Road.

• Public hearing for site plan amendment for an in-ground pool at 1148 Mamaroneck Avenue
• Third extension of site plan and special permit for Brookfield Commons Phase 3 at 161 South Lexington Avenue
• Third extension of subdivision approval for 2 Hunting Ridge Road
• Application for a six-story, 27-unit residence at 98 Broad Parkway
• Preliminary subdivision for 10 single family lots at 252 Soundview Avenue

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review a zoning amendment petition to permit mini storage facilities in the CB-3 (Core-Business) District as a Special Permit Use. The board also has a full agenda of sign installations, exterior alterations, and a communication regarding an extension for Brookfield Commons Phase 3. Several items are new submissions for storefront changes and signage.

• Petition for zoning amendment to allow mini storage in CB-3 district as Special Permit Use
• Communication from Building Commissioner on extension for Brookfield Commons Phase 3
• Exterior changes to storefront and facade at Azul Bar & Grill, 8 South Kensico Ave
• New exterior accessible ramps and parking layout at Community Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 468 Rosedale Ave
• Color change to exterior of building at Cube Smart, 80 South Kensico Ave

Common Council

The Common Council approved bond ordinances totaling $4,186,500 for capital projects including the Library Parking Structure Rehabilitation and Renaissance Fountain Rehabilitation. A public hearing was scheduled for August 3 on a zoning amendment to allow mini storage facilities in the CB-3 (Core-Business) District. Numerous other items were approved, including agreements with the FBI for a joint terrorism task force, contracts for legal software and audit services, and various grants for youth programs.

• $3,530,000 bond for Library Parking Structure Rehabilitation
• $656,500 bond for Renaissance Fountain Rehabilitation
• Public hearing set for zoning amendment to permit mini storage in CB-3 district
• Approval of joint terrorism task force agreement with FBI
• Youth Bureau grants from NY Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital and other sources

Common Council

The Common Council will hold first readings of multiple ordinances, including a $3.53 million bond for city-owned building repairs and a $656,500 bond for Renaissance Fountain rehabilitation. They will also schedule a public hearing for a zoning amendment to allow mini-storage facilities in the CB-3 district. Additionally, the Council will consider agreements for legal case management software, audit services, a joint terrorism task force with the FBI, and various grants and contracts for youth programs and other services.

• Bond ordinance for $3,530,000 to finance city-owned building construction/reconstruction
• Bond ordinance for $656,500 to rehabilitate the Renaissance Fountain
• Public hearing scheduled for August 3, 2026 on zoning amendment to permit mini-storage in CB-3 district
• Joint terrorism task force agreement with the Federal Bureau of Investigation
• Grants from New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital and County of Westchester for Youth Bureau programs

Common Council

The Common Council will hold first readings on ordinances authorizing $3.53 million in bonds for city-owned building reconstruction and $656,500 for Renaissance Fountain rehabilitation. A public hearing is scheduled for August 3 on a zoning amendment to allow mini-storage facilities in the CB-3 district. The Council also will consider multiple contracts, grants, and appointments.

• $3.53 million bond for construction or reconstruction of city-owned buildings
• $656,500 bond for Renaissance Fountain rehabilitation
• Zoning amendment to permit mini storage facilities in CB-3 (Core-Business) District as special permit use
• Agreement with FBI for joint terrorism task force memorandum
• Grant from New York Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital for Youth Bureau programs

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four variance applications on July 1, 2026. The most significant is a proposed Buddhist temple at 1 Sycamore Lane, requiring a wetlands buffer variance and multiple other variances, adjourned from a prior meeting. Other items include a rear yard addition at 98 Ralph Avenue, a garage conversion and porch at 27 Rose Street, and a pool installation at 2 Seymour Place, each needing area variances.

• Buddhist temple at 1 Sycamore Lane: wetland buffer encroachment and 10 area variances, adjourned to September 2, 2026
• Rear yard addition at 98 Ralph Avenue: variance for combined side yards setback of 1.22 feet
• Garage conversion and front porch at 27 Rose Street: variances for side yard (0.1 ft) and front yard (5.65 ft) setbacks
• In-ground pool at 2 Seymour Place: variances for accessory structure separation (14 ft) and pool fencing (34 ft)

The Zoning Board of Appeals did not vote on any applications during the July 1, 2026 meeting. Three items were adjourned to a future date: a Buddhist temple project, a rear addition, and a pool installation.

• Z-2024-20 Buddhist temple project adjourned to 09/02/2026
• Z-2026-13 Rear addition application adjourned to 09/02/2026
• Z-2026-14 Garage conversion and porch addition adjourned to 09/02/2026
• Z-2026-15 Pool installation application adjourned to 09/02/2026

Common Council

At this special meeting, the Common Council adopted several bond ordinances and capital project fund amendments, including a $5,277,000 bond for heavy-duty vehicles, a $2,348,000 bond for Public Safety Building prisoner elevator rehabilitation, and a $505,000 bond for Orchard Street Pump Station roof replacement. They also discussed two capital projects (Library Parking Structure Rehabilitation and Renaissance Plaza Fountain) and received a presentation on a proposed zoning amendment for 275 Main Street. Appointments to the Ethics Board were tabled.

• Bond ordinance for $5,277,000 for acquisition of heavy-duty vehicles (adopted 7-0)
• Bond ordinance for $2,348,000 for Public Safety Building prisoner elevator rehabilitation (adopted 7-0)
• Bond ordinance for $505,000 for Orchard Street Pump Station roof replacement (adopted 7-0)
• Establishment of capital projects for street reconstruction, fire facilities, city facilities, overhead door replacement
• Discussion of Library Parking Structure Rehabilitation and Renaissance Plaza Fountain

The Common Council adopted a consent agenda (7-0) approving multiple capital project ordinances and bond authorizations totaling over $8 million, including $5.277 million for heavy-duty vehicles, $2.348 million for prisoner elevator rehabilitation, and $505,000 for a pump station roof replacement. The council also tabled appointments to the Ethics Board and filed a Library Board appointment. No votes were cast on discussed projects for the library parking structure and Renaissance Plaza fountain.

• Tabled Ethics Board appointments (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda (items 2-27) including appointments and ordinances (7-0)
• Approved $4.32M street reconstruction capital project amendment (7-0)
• Adopted $5.277M bond for heavy-duty vehicles and equipment (7-0)
• Adopted $2.348M bond for prisoner elevator rehabilitation (7-0)
• Adopted $505,000 bond for Orchard Street Pump Station roof replacement (7-0)
• Approved fund transfers for snow removal and school bus purchase (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment for White Plains Soccer Fest (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to appoint board members, consider first-reading ordinances for multiple capital projects, and discuss future capital projects including library parking structure and fountain rehabilitation. The council will also hear a presentation on a zoning ordinance amendment petition by 275 Main Street Associates, LP.

• Bond ordinance for $5,277,000 to finance heavy-duty vehicles
• Bond ordinance for $2,348,000 to rehabilitate Public Safety Building prisoner elevator
• Bond ordinance for $505,000 to replace Orchard Street Pump Station roof
• Budget amendments for White Plains Soccer Fest, snow removal, and school bus purchases
• Discussion on Library Parking Structure Rehabilitation and Renaissance Fountain Rehabilitation

White Plains Urban Renewal Agency

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency will consider a resolution authorizing an amended declaration of covenants and restrictions for a parking garage on East Post Road. The amendment would allow a 49-year ground lease to LC Post Road Garage LLC and extend the use restriction to 49 years, to accommodate financing and brownfield tax credits. The garage would provide 1,950 parking spaces for White Plains Hospital and 180 spaces for Brookfield Commons residents.

• Resolution 07-2026 authorizing amended declaration for East Post Road garage
• Amendment extends ground lease term to 49 years for financing and brownfield cleanup
• Use restriction on garage extended from 30 to 49 years
• Developer East Post Road LLC requests changes to accommodate WCIDA benefits
• Garage will include 180 reserved spaces for Brookfield Commons residents

The White Plains Urban Renewal Agency approved Resolution 07-2026, amending the Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions for the East Post Road parking garage. The change extends the allowable third-party lease and financing structure from 5 to 49 years to meet lender and WCIDA requirements for tax exemptions. The garage will provide 1,950 spaces for White Plains Hospital and 180 discounted spaces for housing authority residents.

• Approved Resolution 07-2026 authorizing amended Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions for East Post Road parking garage (3-0)
• Approved minutes from March 31, 2026 meeting (3-0)