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Historical Areas Board of Review
26 Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, New York 10962
Katlyn Bettmann, in the Land Use office, to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Historic Areas Board
E-Mail: kbettmann@orangetown.comPhone: 845-359-8410, ext. 4316
Historical Areas Board of Review Application
Entity: A limited liability company, limited liability partnership, general or limited partnership, professional corporation, joint venture, doing business as name or venture, association, business trust, or non-publicly-traded corporation.
Historical Areas Board of Review
Member: Term Expires: William Walther 13/31/2027 Walter Scott Wheatley 12/31/2027 Thano Schoppel 12/31/2026 ___________(chair) 12/31/2025 Loren Plotkin 12/31/2027 Councilman Brian Donohue (Liaison) THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED IN ORDER TO ACCEPT AN APPLICATION:1. A signed and dated completed Part 1 of the Board Application.
2. A Building Permit Referral, signed by the Director of the Department. Historic Board applications that are referred from the Planning Board or consultations do not require a Building Permit Denial.
3. A Copy of the Deed to the present owner of the property.
4. Agents must have written authorization from the owner to appear in front of the Board. Contract Purchaser may file a copy of the contract.
5. A list of Names/Addresses of all property owners within 200 feet of perimeter of site, obtained from the Land Use Board Office. Application must include a map of tax lots noting 200 foot radius line as applicable, measuring from all points on property line, not from the center of the site, excluding public roadways, right of ways, public utility or public entity. Names and addresses must be placed on stamped #10 envelopes, without return address. Do not use a postage meter.
6. Since the review is concerned with exterior design, it is very important to have your architect present.
7. A minimum of ten sets of architectural plans, signed and sealed by the appropriate New York licensed professional showing dimensions and height of existing and proposed construction. Floor plans may be needed for clarification. A simple scale drawing is not acceptable.
8. All plans shall be for construction purposes (i.e.. Building Department submission) and must include the following information on the plan:
- A vicinity map
- Floor Plans and Sections
- Elevations with exterior materials and color schemes. Samples must be furnished.
- All exterior mechanical equipment and signs, if incorporated in the proposal.
- Dimensions and elevations to scale of existing building showing relationships to proposed alterations/additions and dimensions. Label windows, doors and all distinguishing features. Provide same information for buildings within 100 feet of new structure. Provide photographs of the building and surrounding area at the meeting.
- Gutters and leaders and disposition of runoff must be indicated on all plans. PLEASE STATE THE BRAND NAME, TYPE, STYLE, MODEL AND COLOR NUMBERS:1. Roof Shingles2. Siding (and Thickness)3. Windows4. Any stone or rock being used on the structure and/or walkway(s)5. Facade color schemes6. Any other specific materials being used in the construction and/or renovation
9. 2025 Appropriate Fees, One Check made payable to Town of Orangetown:
1All Reviews: $125.00
1Legal Notice Advertisement Fee (For each time an advertisement or re-advertisement has to be published): $150.00
The Board meets the second Tuesday of every month, unless noted otherwise.
A Building Permit Denial must be included with your application.
Bring Building Material Samples to the meeting.
Consultation: It is advisable to have your architect and yourself consult with the Board before the preparation of final drawings for approval.
In the Historic Area, all construction requiring a building permit or any exterior changes to buildings constructed prior to 1918, requires approval from the historic areas board of review. Please be aware that the application process takes approximately 21 days, depending upon the time of submission, to appear before the board.
For more information call the Historic Areas Board of Review office at 359-8410, ext. 4316
Chapter 12, Historic Areas adopted by the Town Board 7/28/97 governs the historic areas in Palisades and Tappan and is available for inspection and/or purchase.
**OUR LOCATION HAS CHANGED AS OF SEPTEMBER 2024**
2025 MEETING DATES ORANGETOWN HISTORIC AREAS BOARD OF REVIEW
2nd Tuesday of every month, unless otherwise noted**, in the Town Hall – Land Use Board Meeting Room – North West Corner.
26 Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, New York.
All meetings start at 7:00 p.m.
January 14th
February 11th
March 11th
April 8th
May 13th
June 10th
July 8Th
NO MEETINGS IN AUGUST
September 9th
October 14th
November 4th**
December 9th
1Effective February the, 2015 as per Town Board Resolution No. 45, January 28, 2015.
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Zoning Board of Appeals
26 Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, New York 10962
Katlyn Bettmann, in the Land Use office, to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Historic Areas Board
E-Mail: kbettmann@orangetown.comPhone: 845-359-8410, ext. 4316
Zoning Board of Appeals Guidelines
Zoning Board of Appeals PDF Application.
Entity: A limited liability company, limited liability partnership, general or limited partnership, professional corporation, joint venture, doing business as name or venture, association, business trust, or non-publicly-traded corporation.
Zoning Board of Appeals
Member Term Expires Michael Bosco (Chair) 12/31/2024 Thomas Quinn Sr 12/31/2028 Patricia Castelli 12/31/2027 Robert Bonomolo Jr 12/31/2026 Billy Valentine 12/31/2025 Anthony DeRobertis (Alternate) 12/31/2024 Councilman Daniel Sullivan (Liaison) Zoning Board of Appeals
Town of Orangetown Building Department
26 Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, New York 10962
(845) 359-8410, ex 4316, www.orangetown.com
- □ A signed and dated completed Part I and Part II of the Board Application.
- □A copy of the Building Permit Denial Application, signed by the Director of the Department. (Zoning Board applications that are referred from the Planning Board or consultations do not require a Building Permit Denial.)
- □Copy of Deed to present owner of property.
- □Agents must have written authorization from the owner to appear in front of the Board. Contract Purchaser may file a copy of the contract.
- □Complete Environmental Assessment form if needed.
- □List of Names/Addresses of all property owners within 200 feet of perimeter of site, obtained from the Land Use Board Office. Application must include a map of tax lots noting 200 foot radius line as applicable, measuring from all points on property line, not from center of site, (excluding public roadways, right of ways, public utility or public entity). Names and addresses must be placed on stamped #10 envelopes, without return address. Do not use a postage meter.
- □One (1) copy of the survey plan, scale, (1 inch = 30 feet minimum) showing all zoning bulk, bulk chart and lot dimensions, size and use of all existing and proposed structures, north arrow and vicinity map. Plans must be signed and sealed by a New York State Professional Engineer and/or Land Surveyor.
- □One (1) copy of architectural plans showing dimensions and height of existing and proposed construction. Plans must be signed and sealed by a New York State Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer.
- □ One check made payable to “Town of Orangetown”:
1) Variance, Special Permit, or Performance Standards Fee:
Variance: Residential District $250.00 Other $400.00
Special Permit: Residential District $250.00 Other $400.00
Performance Standards: $400.00
2) Geographic Information System Database Fee: $65.00
3) 1 Legal Notice Advertisement Fee: $150.00
(For each time an advertisement or re-advertisement has to be published):
1Effective February 4th, 2015 as per Town Board Resolution No. 45, January 28, 2015
- □ Submit completed application and fees to the Board Clerk to be processed.
ONCE DEEMED COMPLETE BY BUILDING INSPECTOR
APPLICANT SHALL SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:
- □15 copies of all Plans signed and sealed by the appropriate New York State Professional.
(Same plans submitted and reviewed by the Building Inspector). List type of plans submitted.
- □All drawings shall be submitted in PDF format via email to kbettmann@orangetown.com
Once all items are received, project will then be assigned to the appropriate hearing date by the Board Clerk and the applicant will be notified.
NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
- PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE APPLICATION PROCESS TAKES APPROXIMATELY 40
DAYS FROM THE TIME OF SUBMISSION TO YOUR BOARD MEETING.
- APPLY EARLY IN THE YEAR IF YOU WANT TO HAVE YOUR POOL OR DECK FOR THE SPRING AND SUMMER MONTHS.
2025 – ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING DATES
1ST & 3RD Wednesday of every month, unless otherwise noted**, in the Town Hall – Land Use Board Meeting Room – North West Corner.
26 Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, New York. All meetings start at 7:00 p.m.
**OUR LOCATION HAS CHANGED AS OF SEPTEMBER 2024**
January 15** January 29**
February 5 February 19
March 5 March 19
April 2 April 16
May 7 May 21
June 4 June 18
July 16** July 30**
No meetings in August
September 3 September 17
October 15** October 29**
November 5 November 19
December 3 December 17
1Effective February 4th, 2015 as per Town Board Resolution No. 45, January 28, 2015 -
Architecture & Community Appearance Board of Review
26 Orangeburg Road Orangeburg, New York 10962
Phone: 845-359-8410 ext.
E-mail: obzpae@orangetown.comThe Land Use Applications are all currently under review. Please contact the building department if you have any questions.
Entity: A limited liability company, limited liability partnership, general or limited partnership, professional corporation, joint venture, doing business as name or venture, association, business trust, or non-publicly-traded corporation.
Architecture & Community Appearance Board of Review
Member Term Expires Shirley Goebel Christie 12/31/2024 Michael Sandhage 12/31/2026 Sharon Burke 12/31/2024 Deborah Stuhlweissenburg 12/31/2025 Matthew Miller 12/31/2025 Brian Aitchison 12/31/2023
Joseph Milillo 12/31/2025 Councilman Gerry Bottari, Liaison Town of Orangetown Chapter 2: Architecture and Community Appearance Board of Review
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION TO THE BOARD:
1. Signed, NOTARIZED, and dated attached Board application, A DESCRIPTIVE PROJECT NARRATIVE, MUST BE PROVIDED.
2. Copy of Deed to present owner of property.
3. Written authorization from owner to appear in front of Board, if Agent.
4. All Site Plan submissions must have a Building Permit Referral, signed by the Director of the Buildings Department.
5. List of Names/Addresses of all owners of properties within 200 feet of perimeter of site, obtained from the Land Use Board Office. Application must include a map of lots noting 200 foot radius line as applicable, measuring from all points on property line, not from the center of the site, excluding public roadways, right of ways, public utility or public entity. Names and addresses must be placed on stamped #10 envelopes, without return address. Do not use a postage meter.
6. Twelve copies of all plans, signed and sealed by the appropriate New York State Professional and must conform to Town of Orangetown Land Development Regulations, see Chapters 21 and 21 A of the Town of Orangetown Town Code. All plans must be folded to 8 ½ x 11 with title box showing.
7. Site Plan Requirements Include:
Minimum scale of 1 inch = 30 feet
Proposed Landscaping Plan
Vicinity map minimum scale of 1 inch =1000 feet
North Arrow
All existing trees over 8 inches in diameter, indicate those trees to remain, those trees to be removed shall have an “x” on the tree
Note the trees to be planted in accordance with the Town Code Regulation 21-25, Shade Tree Ordinance
Existing and proposed contours at 2 foot intervals and first floor elevations
Existing and new structures
Access roads, off street parking, sidewalks and curbs, streams and grading
Parking schedule, number of spaces required, location and number provided (non-residential plans only)
8. Architectural Plan Requirements Include:
Floor Plans, Elevations, Exterior Mechanical Equipment, Building Materials.
* Samples of building materials need to be presented at the meeting for Board review.
9. 2024 Appropriate Fees; One Check made payable to “Town of Orangetown”
Project Fees:
Subdivision Plan: $300.00
Residential Site Plan: $125.00
Commercial Site Plan: $300.00
Other/Signs: $100.00
1Legal Notice Advertisement Fee:$150.00 (For each time an advertisement or re-advertisement has to be published)
Architecture and Community Appearance Board of Review
(ACABOR)
Town of Orangetown Building Department
26 Orangeburg Road
Orangeburg, New York 10962
(845) 359-8410, orangetown.com
The Board meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month, unless otherwise noted. Meetings are held in the Land Use Board Meeting Room, 26 Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, New York. All meetings begin at 7:30 p.m.
2025 Meeting Dates
January 9** January 23**
February 6 February 20
March 6 March 20
April 3 April 17
May 1 May 15
June 12** June 26**
July 10** July 24**
No Meetings in August
September 4 September 18
October 9** October 23**
November 6 (only one meeting in November)
December 4 (only one meeting in December)
1Effective February 4th, 2015 as per Town Board Resolution No. 45 January 28, 2015.
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Planning Board
26 Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, New York 10962
Phone: (845) 359-8410
E-Mail: obzpae@orangetown.comEntity: A limited liability company, limited liability partnership, general or limited partnership, professional corporation, joint venture, doing business as name or venture, association, business trust, or non-publicly-traded corporation.
Template Storm Water Management Agreement with NYS Licensed Professional Engineer
Template Storm Water Management Agreement without NYS Licensed Professional Engineer
Planning Board
Thomas Warren
(Chairman)12/31/2024
Denise Lenihan 12/31/2026 Kevin Farry 12/31/2028 Bruce Bond(Alternate) 12/31/2024 Andy Andrews 12/31/2024 Michael Mandel 12/31/2029 Michael McCrory 12/31/2025 Lisa Defeciani 12/31/2023
Stephen Silverberg (Member of the Rockland County Planning Board 12/31/2025 Supervisor Teresa M. Kenny, Liaison Planning Board
Town of Orangetown Building Department
26 Orangeburg Road
Orangeburg, New York 10962
(845) 359-8410, Orangetown.com
2025 APPLICATION
STEP ONE – APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION TO THE BOARD:
The application process takes approximately 40 business days to schedule a meeting.
1. Signed and dated attached Board application, A DESCRIPTIVE PROJECT NARRATIVE, and Part I and Part II of Environmental Assessment Form. MUST BE PROVIDED.
- Copy of Deed to present owner of property.
- . Written authorization from owner to appear in front of Board, if Agent.
- A list of Names/Addresses of all owners of properties within 200 feet of perimeter of site, obtained from the Land Use Boards Office. Application must include a map of lots noting 200 foot radius line as applicable, measuring from all points on property line, not from the center of the site, (excluding public roadways, right of ways, public utility or public entity). Names and addresses must be placed on stamped #10 envelopes, without return address. Do not use a postage meter.
- Submit TWO (2) COPIES of the plans (subdivision or site plans). All plans must be folded to 8½ x11 with title box showing. Minimum scale of 1 inch = 30 feet, a Vicinity Map minimum scale of 1inch =1000 feet, a North arrow and a bulk table must be included on plan.
- Plans must conform to Town of Orangetown Land Development Regulations; see Chapters 21 and 21A of the Town of Orangetown Town Code. Plans must be signed and sealed by a New York State Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor.
7. All Site Plan submissions must have a Building Permit Referral, signed by the Director of the Buildings Department.
8. Provide One Check, for all applicable fees, made payable to “Town of Orangetown” Please calculate the total amount, based on the list provided below:
- Geographic Information System Database Fee: $65.00 (Paid upon initial submission to Board)
- 1Legal Advertisement Fee: $150.00 (For each time an advertisement or re-advertisement has to be published)
- SUBDIVISION REVIEW
1Pre preliminary/Preliminary/Final: Minor/Major:
$350.00 + $125.00 per new lot
- SITE PLAN REVIEW
1Prepreliminary/Preliminary/Final Residential (Critical Environmental Area)
$500.00 + $50.00 for each dwelling
1Prepreliminary/Preliminary/Final Non Residential
$500.00 + $150.00 for every 1000 square feet of floor space
1Effective February 4th, 2015 as per Town Board Resolution No. 45, January 28, 2015
FOR: OTHER / CONSULTATION / CONTINUATION OF APPLICATION ONE CHECK ONLY IN THE AMOUNT OF – $200.00
● ESCROW AMOUNT FOR DRAINAGE REVIEW – MUST BE SEPARATE CHECK
Minor Subdivision: $2,400.00
Major Subdivision: $3,500.00 plus $100.00 per lot over 10 lots
Commercial Site Plan: $3,500.00 plus $200.00/acre over 2 acres
Residential Site Plan in the Critical Environmental Area: $750.00
Commercial Subdivision involving exterior changes that may affect drainage: $1,000.00
STEP TWO – ONCE APPLICATION IS DEEMED COMPLETE, APPLICANT TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:
9. Submit 29 Copies of the plans submitted and reviewed by the building inspector. (subdivision or site plans).All plans must be folded to 8½ x11 with title box showing.
APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A PDF VERSION.
10. Once scheduled for a meeting date, all applicants are required to erect signs containing information regarding the public hearing on every lot corner and once every 100 feet facing each public street on which the property abuts, see Chapters 21 and 21A of the Town of Orangetown Town Code. Such signs shall be obtained from the Planning Board Office.
2024 Hearing Dates: 2ND & 4th Wednesday of every month, unless otherwise noted** in the Land Use Board Meeting Room, Orangetown Town Hall, 26 Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, New York.
All meetings start at 7:30 PM.
PLANNING BOARD HEARING DATE ASSOCIATED PRC MEETING DATE
January 8 December 11**
January 22 January 8
February 12 January 22
February 26 February 12
March 12 February 26
March 26 March 12
April 9 March 26
April 23 April 9
May 14 April 23
May 28 May 14
June 11 May 28
June 25 June 11
July 9 June 25
July 23 July 9
(NO MEETINGS IN AUGUST)
September 10 August 27
September 25** September 10
October 8 September 24
October 22 October 8
November 12 (one meeting in November) October 22
December 10 (one meeting in December) December 3**
Two weeks prior to the scheduled hearing there will be a Project Review Committee (PRC) meeting held to discuss the project, unless otherwise noted**. PRC meetings are held in the Land Use Board Meeting Room, 26 Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, NY at 9:30am. It is recommended that a knowledgeable representative be present at this meeting to discuss the project.
PRC meetings are open to the public to attend to observe/hear the review. Public comment will not be heard at PRC meetings.