Village of Montebello, NY

Zoning Board Meeting
2024-01-18 19:00 - 21:30, 2024-02-15 19:00 - 21:30, 2024-03-21 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-02-20 19:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States

Zoning Board Meeting
2024-01-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
VILLAGE OF MONTEBELLO ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS AGENDA
DATE: January 18, 2024 TIME: 7:00 pm
PLACE: The Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY 10901

Approval of the December 21, 2023 meeting minutes
Green Mountain Development Corporation, c/o Yosef Emuna – PUBLIC HEARING–96 Viola Road–49.05-1-15 Application of Green Mountain Development Corporation, c/o Yosef Emuna, 129 Grandview Avenue, Monsey, NY, owner of the subject property 96 Viola Road, Montebello, NY, which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance for: Minimum Lot Size [Minimum 50,000 sf, proposed for Lot 15.1 – 44,434 and proposed for Lot 15.2 41.722 Lot 15.2] as per Section 195-13, Use Group h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The applicant wishes to subdivide the 2.25-acre property into two (2) lots. The Parcel is located on the north side of Viola Road 0 feet west of the intersection of Spook Rock Road and is identified on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.05 Block 1 Lot 15 in the RR-50 Zone. THIS IS THE SECOND APPEARANCE BY THE APPLICANT.
David and Kirsten Elena Hirsch–8 Par Executive Blvd.–48.20-1-16 Application of David and Elena Hirsch, 8 Par Road, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance for: Rear Yard [required 20’, proposed 13.5’] as per Section 195-13, Use group m of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. A pool cabana that was constructed encroaches into the required rear yard. The Parcel is located on the east side of Par Road at the intersection of Caddy Lane in the RR-50 Zone. THIS IS THE FIRST APPEARANCE BY THE APPLICANTS.
Executive Enterprises GP–9 Executive Blvd.–55.07-1-9 Application of Executive Enterprises GP, 4 Executive Blvd, Suite 200, Montebello, NY, owner of the subject property at 9 Executive Boulevard, which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance for: Floor Area Ratio [required 0.40, proposed 0.52] as per Section 195-13, Use group J of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Applicant proposes the construction of a 125,905 square foot building for printing operations, warehousing, and office space for The Schreiner Group. The Parcel is located on the south side of Executive Boulevard 30 feet north of the New York State Thruway in the LO Zone. THIS IS THE FIRST APPERANCE BY THE APPLICANT.

Zoning Board Meeting
2024-02-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
VILLAGE OF MONTEBELLO ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS AGENDA
DATE: February 15, 2024 TIME: 7:00 pm
PLACE: The Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY 10901

Approval of the January 18, 2024 meeting minutes
David and Kirsten Elena Hirsch—PUBLIC HEARING–8 Par Executive Blvd.–48.20-1-16 Application of David and Elena Hirsch, 8 Par Road, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance for: Rear Yard [required 20’, proposed 13.5’] as per Section 195-13, Use group m of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. A pool cabana that was constructed encroaches into the required rear yard. The Parcel is located on the east side of Par Road at the intersection of Caddy Lane in the RR-50 Zone.

Zoning Board Meeting - CANCELED
2024-04-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
THE APRIL 18, 2024 ZBA MEETING IS CANCELED BECAUSE THERE ARE NO APPLICATIONS.

CANCELED - Zoning Board Meeting - CANCELED
2024-05-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
The May ZBA meeting has been canceled because there are no applications.

Zoning Board Meeting
2024-06-20 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
ZONING BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF MONTEBELLO
MEETING AGENDA, THURSDAY JUNE 20, 2024 7:00 P.M.

Approval of the February 15, 2024 meeting minutes
Josh Jacobs–1 Canterbury Lane–Application of Josh Jacobs, 1 Canterbury Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for: Development Coverage [maximum 20%, proposed 22.5%]; Rear Yard (pool patio) [required 25’, proposed 6.2’]; Rear Yard (fire pit) [required 25’, proposed 5.2’]; Front Yard (pool patio) [required 24’ preexisting, proposed 15.7’] as per Section 195-13, Use group h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. As-built survey shows that the reconstruction of the pool and the addition of a hot tub, patio, fire pit and fence are non-conforming. The Parcel is located on the east side of Canterbury Lane at the intersection of Viola Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.12 Block 1 Lot 41 in the RR-50 Zone. THIS IS THE FIRST APPEARANCE BY THE APPLICANT.
Jacob Leitner–8 Henry Court–Application of Jacob Leitner, 8 Henry Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for: Floor area ratio [max.0.20, proposed 0.22]; Side yard [required 20’, proposed 7’]; Minimum lot size [required 23,063.06’ pre-existing non-conforming, proposed 26,063.06’]; Parking spaces total for residence and RGP [required 7 spaces, proposed, 5 spaces]; Privacy fence height [max. 6’, proposed 8’] As per Section 195-13, Use group q, and Sec. 195-19 of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Henry Court, approximately 310 feet north of the intersection of Zeck Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.10 Block 1 Lot 36 in the R-35 Zone. THIS IS THE FIRST APPEARANCE BY THE APPLICANT.

Zoning Board Meeting
2024-07-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
VILLAGE OF MONTEBELLO ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS AGENDA

Approval of the June 20, 2024 meeting minutes
Josh Jacobs—PUBLIC HEARING–1 Canterbury Lane Application of Josh Jacobs, 1 Canterbury Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for: Development Coverage [maximum 20%, proposed 22.5%]; Rear Yard (pool patio) [required 25’, proposed 6.2’]; Rear Yard (fire pit) [required 25’, proposed 5.2’]; Front Yard (pool patio) [required 24’ preexisting, proposed 15.7’] as per Section 195-13, Use group h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. As-built survey shows that the reconstruction of the pool and the addition of a hot tub, patio, fire pit and fence are non-conforming. The Parcel is located on the east side of Canterbury Lane at the intersection of Viola Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.12 Block 1 Lot 41 in the RR-50 Zone.
Jacob Leitner—PUBLIC HEARING–8 Henry Court Application of Jacob Leitner, 8 Henry Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for: Side yard [required 20’, proposed 0.7’]; Parking spaces total for residence and RGP [required 7 spaces, proposed, 5 spaces]; Floor Area Ratio [.20 required, .22 proposed]; Privacy fence height [max. 6’, proposed 8’] As per Section 195-13, Use group T, and Sec. 195-19 of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Henry Court, approximately 310 feet north of the intersection of Zeck Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.10 Block 1 Lot 36 in the R-35 Zone.

Zoning Board Meeting
2024-08-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
MEETING AGENDA

Approval of the July 18, 2024 meeting minutes
Jacob Leitner—PUBLIC HEARING–8 Henry Court Application of Jacob Leitner, 8 Henry Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for: Side yard [required 20’, proposed 9.5’]; Parking spaces total for residence and RGP [required 7 spaces, proposed, 5 spaces]; Floor Area Ratio [.20 required, .22 proposed]; Privacy fence height [max. 6’, proposed 8’] As per Section 195-13, Use group T, and Sec. 195-19 of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Henry Court, approximately 310 feet north of the intersection of Zeck Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.10 Block 1 Lot 36 in the R-35 Zone.
New Business: Comp Plan discussion – Land Use and Natural resources

Zoning Board Meeting
2024-09-19 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
There are no applications on this meetings agenda. The ZBA will meet to discuss the 2017 Comp Plan in order to form zoning recommendations for the 2024 comp plan committee.

Zoning Board Meeting - CANCELLED
2024-10-17 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
APPLICATION AND PUBLIC HEARING OF JACOB LEITNER, 8 HENRY COURT HAS BEEN ADJOURNED TO THE DECEMBER 2024 ZBA MEETING.
THE OCTOBER 17TH ZBA MEETING IS CANCELED BECUASE THERE ARE NO OTHER APPLICATIONS.

Zoning Board Meeting - CANCELED
2024-11-21 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
THE NOVEMBER ZBA MEETING IS CANCELED BECAUSE THERE ARE NO APPLICATIONS.

Zoning Board Meeting
2024-12-19 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
MEETING AGENDA

Approval of the September 19, 2024 meeting minutes
Jacob Leitner—PUBLIC HEARING continued–8 Henry Court Application of Jacob Leitner, 8 Henry Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for: Side yard [required 20’, proposed 9.5]; Parking spaces total for residence and RGP [required 7 spaces, proposed, 5 spaces]; Floor Area Ratio [.20 required, .22 proposed]; Privacy fence height [max. 6’, proposed 8’] As per Section 195-13, Use group T, and Sec. 195-19 of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Henry Court, approximately 310 feet north of the intersection of Zeck Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.10 Block 1 Lot 36 in the R-35 Zone. THIS IS THE APPLICANT’S FOURTH APPEARANCE BEFORE THE BOARD.
New Business

Village Board Meeting
2024-12-30 11:00 - 11:30 | Village Hall Senior Center, 1 Montebello Rd, MONTEBELLO, NY, 10901, United States
VILLAGE OF MONTEBELLO
Village Board of Trustees
DECEMBER 30, 2024

Pledge of Allegiance
Call to Order
PUBLIC COMMENT
RESOLUTION: To Obligate Funds from ARPA for use in Village Hall Paving Project
Adjournment

Zoning Board Meeting
2025-01-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Village Hall, One Montebello Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
ZBA MEETING AGENDA – JANUARY 16, 2025 7:00 P.M. – DR. JEFFREY OPPENHEIM COMMUNITY CENTER, 350 HAVERSTRAW ROAD, MONTEBELLO, NY 10901

Approval of the December 19, 2024 meeting minutes
Review and Adoption of the draft resolution for the following application: Jacob Leitner–8 Henry Court Application of Jacob Leitner, 8 Henry Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for: Side yard [required 20’, proposed 9.5]; Parking spaces total for residence and RGP [required 7 spaces, proposed, 5 spaces]; Floor Area Ratio [.20 required, .22 proposed]; Privacy fence height [max. 6’, proposed 8’] As per Section 195-13, Use group T, and Sec. 195-19 of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Henry Court, approximately 310 feet north of the intersection of Zeck Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.10 Block 1 Lot 36 in the R-35 Zone.
New Business

Zoning Board of Appeals
2025-05-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
MEETING AGENDA
Approval of the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes
Zvi Sternberg–1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY–S/B/L 49.17-1-3***ADJOURNED TO JUNE 19, 2025 MEETING***Application of Zvi Sternberg, 1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals. The Application is appealing the Building Inspector’s denial of a ZBA application for an area variance for relief from Sec.195-82 D of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Sheilah Court, at the intersection of Spook Rock Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.17 Block 1 Lot 3 in the R-55 Zone
Mayer Tauber***PUBLIC HEARING***18 Senator Levy Drive, Montebello, NY 10901 Application of Meyer Tauber, 18 Senator Levy Drive, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance for: Floor Area Ratio [max .15, proposed .175] as per Section 195-13 use group m5 of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the southeast side of Senator Levy Drive approximately 146 feet from the intersection of Golf Course Drive, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.20 Block 1 Lot 73 in the RR-50 Zone. ***NOTE THAT THIS PUBLIC HEARING WAS NOTICED AND POSTED FOR THE APRIL 24TH MEETING WHICH WAS CANCELED***
ZBA 18Senator Levy Dr. – Application 03-07-2025 ZBA 18Senator Levy – Narrative – 3-7-2025 Site Plan – 18 Senator Levy Drive
18 Senator Levy Drive Mayer Tauber – Pool House-2-13-2025
Abe Kohn–17 Sterling Forest Drive, Montebello, NY Application of Abe Kohn, 17 Sterling Forest Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for the construction of an addition to an existing house and an in-ground pool: Front Setback (for addition) [req. 50′, proposed 30′]; Front Yard (for addition) [req. 50′, proposed 30′]; Side Yard (pool) [req. 30′, proposed 24′]; Floor Area Ratio [max .15, proposed .265]; Dev. Coverage [max. 20%, proposed 22.2%] per Section 195-13 Use groups q and h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the west side of Sterling Forest Lane at the intersection of High Gate Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.11 Block 1 Lot 3 in the RR-50 Zone.
Arc Plan 03-10-25 ZBA Application ZBA Narrative ZBA Site Plan 04-10-25

Pomona Enterprises–158 Spook Rock Road, Montebello, NY–S/B/L 49.05-1-13 Application of Pomona Enterprises, PO Box 515, Pomona, NY 10970 on behalf of the property owner, YSMD Holdings LLC for a variance for: Front Yard Fence Height: [max. 4′, proposed 8′] per Section 195-19C of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the east side of Spook Rock Road, 500 feet north of Viola Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.05 Block 1 Lot 13 in the RR-50 Zone.
158 Spook Rock Fence Variance application 4198 – 158 Spook Rock Road 12-16-24 narrative 158 Spook Rock RdSuffern, NY 10901
New Business

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
2025-06-26 08:00 - 19:00 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
Approval of the May 15, 2025 meeting minutes
Abe Kohn–17 Sterling Forest Drive, Montebello, NY Application of Abe Kohn, 17 Sterling Forest Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for the construction of an addition to an existing house and an in-ground pool: Front Setback (for addition) [req. 50′, proposed 30′]; Front Yard (for addition) [req. 50′, proposed 30′]; Side Yard (pool) [req. 30′, proposed 24′]; Floor Area Ratio [max .15, proposed .265]; Dev. Coverage [max. 20%, proposed 22.2%] per Section 195-13 Use groups q and h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. Additionally, the Applicant seeks an interpretation on whether the development coverage shall be calculated based on gross or net lot area. The Parcel is located on the west side of Sterling Forest Lane at the intersection of High Gate Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.11 Block 1 Lot 3 in the RR-50 Zone.
Mayer Tauber—PUBLIC HEARING continued–18 Senator Levy Drive, Montebello, NY 10901 Application of Meyer Tauber, 18 Senator Levy Drive, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance for: Floor Area Ratio [max .15, proposed .175] as per Section 195-13 use group m5 of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the southeast side of Senator Levy Drive approximately 146 feet from the intersection of Golf Course Drive, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.20 Block 1 Lot 73 in the RR-50 Zone.
Zvi Sternberg–1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY–S/B/L 49.17-1-3 Application of Zvi Sternberg, 1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals. The Application is appealing the Building Inspector’s denial of a ZBA application for an area variance for relief from Sec.195-82 D of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Sheilah Court, at the intersection of Spook Rock Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.17 Block 1 Lot 3 in the R-55 Zone
Pomona Enterprises–158 Spook Rock Road, Montebello, NY Application of Pomona Enterprises, PO Box 515, Pomona, NY 10970 on behalf of the property owner, YSMD Holdings LLC for a variance for: Front Yard Fence Height: [max. 4′, proposed 6′] per Section 195-19C of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the east side of Spook Rock Road, 500 feet north of Viola Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.05 Block 1 Lot 13 in the RR-50 Zone.
New Business

Zoning Board of Appeals
2025-07-17 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING AGENDA
Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road
Approval of the June 26, 2025 meeting minutes
ADJOURNED – Zvi Sternberg–1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY–S/B/L 49.17-1-3—ADJOURNED Application of Zvi Sternberg, 1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals. The Application is appealing the Building Inspector’s denial of a ZBA application for an area variance for relief from Sec.195-82 D of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Sheilah Court, at the intersection of Spook Rock Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.17 Block 1 Lot 3 in the R-55 Zone THE APPLICANT REQUESTED AN ADJOURNMENT TO THE AUGUST MEETING.
Abe Kohn–17 Sterling Forest Drive, Montebello, NY—PUBLIC HEARING Application of Abe Kohn, 17 Sterling Forest Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for the construction of an addition to an existing house and an in-ground pool: Front Setback (for addition) [req. 50′, proposed 30′]; Front Yard (for addition) [req. 50′, proposed 30′]; Side Yard (pool) [req. 30′, proposed 24′]; Floor Area Ratio [max .15, proposed .265]; Dev. Coverage [max. 20%, proposed 22.2%] per Section 195-13 Use groups q and h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. Additionally, the Applicant seeks an interpretation on whether the development coverage shall be calculated based on gross or net lot area. The Parcel is located on the west side of Sterling Forest Lane at the intersection of High Gate Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.11 Block 1 Lot 3 in the RR-50 Zone
Site Plan 05-29-25 Wetland Letter 01-17-25 ZBA Application DEC Permit DEC Wetlands Application Narrative 05-20-25
Pomona Enterprises–158 Spook Rock Road, Montebello, NY—PUBLIC HEARING Application of Pomona Enterprises, PO Box 515, Pomona, NY 10970 on behalf of the property owner, YSMD Holdings LLC for a variance for: Front Yard Fence Height: [max. 4′, proposed 6′] per Section 195-19C of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the east side of Spook Rock Road, 500 feet north of Viola Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.05 Block 1 Lot 13 in the RR-50 Zone.
narrative 158 Spook Rock Rd updated 6-18-25 GML Letter_18-06-2025_15-15-11 4198 – 158 Spook Rock Road 12-16-24 158 Spook Rock Fence Variance application

Zoning Board of Appeals
2025-08-21 08:00 - 19:00 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
MEETING AGENDA
Approval of the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes
ADJOURNED Zvi Sternberg–1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY–S/B/L 49.17-1-3—PUBLIC HEARING Application of Zvi Sternberg, 1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals. The Application is appealing the Building Inspector’s denial of a ZBA application for an area variance for relief from Sec.195-82 D of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Sheilah Court, at the intersection of Spook Rock Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.17 Block 1 Lot 3 in the R-55 Zone THE APPLICANT HAS REQUESTED AN ADJOURNMENT TO THE SEPTEMBER 18TH ZBA MEETING.
Abe Kohn–17 Sterling Forest Drive, Montebello, NY—PUBLIC HEARING continued Application of Abe Kohn, 17 Sterling Forest Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for the construction of an addition to an existing house and an in-ground pool: Front Setback (for addition) [req. 50′, proposed 30′]; Front Yard (for addition) [req. 50′, proposed 30′]; Side Yard (pool) [req. 30′, proposed 24′]; Floor Area Ratio [max .15, proposed .265]; Dev. Coverage [max. 20%, proposed 22.2%] per Section 195-13 Use groups q and h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. Additionally, the Applicant seeks an interpretation on whether the development coverage shall be calculated based on gross or net lot area. The Parcel is located on the west side of Sterling Forest Lane at the intersection of High Gate Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.11 Block 1 Lot 3 in the RR-50 Zone.
New Business

CANCELED - Zoning Board of Appeals - CANCELED
2025-09-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
THIS MEETING IS CANCELED. THE NEXT MEETING WILL TAKE PLACE ON OCTOBER 16, 2025.

Zoning Board of Appeals
2025-10-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
Approval of the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes
Abe Kohn–17 Sterling Forest Drive, Montebello, NY—PUBLIC HEARING continued Application of Abe Kohn, 17 Sterling Forest Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for the construction of an addition to an existing house and an in-ground pool: Front Setback (for addition) [req. 50′, proposed 30′]; Front Yard (for addition) [req. 50′, proposed 30′]; Side Yard (pool) [req. 30′, proposed 24.9′]; Floor Area Ratio [max .15, proposed .203]; Dev. Coverage [max. 20%, proposed 22.4%] per Section 195-13 Use groups q and h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. Additionally, the Applicant seeks an interpretation on whether the development coverage shall be calculated based on gross or net lot area. The Parcel is located on the west side of Sterling Forest Lane at the intersection of High Gate Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.11 Block 1 Lot 3 in the RR-50 Zone.
Zvi Sternberg–1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY–S/B/L 49.17-1-3—PUBLIC HEARING continued Application of Zvi Sternberg, 1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals. The Application is appealing the Building Inspector’s denial of a ZBA application for an area variance for relief from Sec.195-82 D of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Sheilah Court, at the intersection of Spook Rock Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.17 Block 1 Lot 3 in the R-55 Zone.
New Business

Zoning Board of Appeals
2025-11-20 08:00 - 19:00 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
MEETING AGENDA

Approval of the October 16, 2025 meeting minutes
Hudson Design on behalf of Mendy Kempler—213 Spook Rock Road, Montebello, NY Application of James Copeland of Hudson Design, 3052 Route 9, Cold Spring, NY 10516, which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals on behalf of the homeowner Mendy Kempler for an area variance for: Side yard: [req. 25’; proposed 5’] per Section 195-13 Use group h of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Applicant previously received a variance for same for improvements to an existing home, however, the layout of the driveway that was built varies from the originally approved driveway layout. The Parcel is located on the east side of Spook Rock Road, 10 feet from the intersection of Topaz Court and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.13 Block 1 Lot 4 in the RR-50 zone.
Rifky Mehrel Goldstein—30 Viola Road, Montebello, NY Application of Rifky Goldstein, 30 Viola Road, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for area variances for: Side yard [req. 25’; proposed 5.7’], Rear yard [req. 25’, proposed 3.6’], Development coverage: [max. 20%, proposed 35.4%], FAR [max. 0.15, proposed .204]. The Parcel is located on the north side of Viola Road at the intersection of Mile Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.08-1-12.1 in the RR-50 Zone.
Abe Kohn–17 Sterling Forest Drive, Montebello, NY Application of Abe Kohn, 17 Sterling Forest Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for the construction of an addition to an existing house and an in-ground pool: Front setback for addition [req. 50’ proposed 30’]; Front yard for addition [req. 50’ proposed 30’]; Side yard for pool [req. 30’ proposed 24.9’]; FAR [max. .15 proposed .173] per Section 195-13 Use groups q and h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the west side of Sterling Forest Lane at the intersection of High Gate Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.11 Block 1 Lot 3 in the RR-50 Zone.
ADJOURNED–Zvi Sternberg–1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY Application of Zvi Sternberg, 1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals. The Application is appealing the Building Inspector’s denial of a ZBA application for an area variance for relief from Sec.195-82 D of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Sheilah Court, at the intersection of Spook Rock Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.17 Block 1 Lot 3 in the R-55 Zone. THE APPLICANT HAS REQUESTED AN ADJOURNMENT TO THE DECEMBER MEETING.

Zoning Board of Appeals
2025-12-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
DECEMBER 18, 2025 MEETING AGENDA
Approval of the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Abe Kohn–17 Sterling Forest Drive, Montebello, NY Application of Abe Kohn, 17 Sterling Forest Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for the construction of an addition to an existing house and an in-ground pool: Front setback for addition [req. 50’ proposed 30’]; Front yard for addition [req. 50’ proposed 30’]; Side yard for pool [req. 30’ proposed 24.9’]; FAR [max. .15 proposed .173] per Section 195-13 Use groups q and h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the west side of Sterling Forest Lane at the intersection of High Gate Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.11 Block 1 Lot 3 in the RR-50 Zone
Hudson Design on behalf of Mendy Kempler—213 Spook Rock Road, Montebello, NY–THIS IS A PUBLIC HEARING Application of James Copeland of Hudson Design, 3052 Route 9, Cold Spring, NY 10516, which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals on behalf of the homeowner Mendy Kempler for an area variance for: Side yard: [req. 25’; proposed 5’] per Section 195-13 Use group h of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Applicant previously received a variance for same for improvements to an existing home, however, the layout of the driveway that was built varies from the originally approved driveway layout. The Parcel is located on the east side of Spook Rock Road, 10 feet from the intersection of Topaz Court and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.13 Block 1 Lot 4 in the RR-50 zone.

Zoning Board of Appeals
2026-01-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
MEETING AGENDA
Approval of the December 18, 2025 meeting minutes
Abe Kohn–17 Sterling Forest Drive, Montebello, NY- PUBLIC HEARING–Application of Abe Kohn, 17 Sterling Forest Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for the construction of an addition to an existing house and an in-ground pool: Front setback for addition [req. 50’ proposed 30’]; Front yard for addition [req. 50’ proposed 30’]; Side yard for pool [req. 30’ proposed 24.9’]; FAR [max. .15 proposed .173] per Section 195-13 Use groups q and h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the west side of Sterling Forest Lane at the intersection of High Gate Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.11 Block 1 Lot 3 in the RR-50 Zone
Zvi Sternberg–1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY—PUBLIC HEARING continued–Application of Zvi Sternberg, 1 Sheilah Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals. The Application is appealing the Building Inspector’s denial of a ZBA application for an area variance for relief from Sec.195-82 D of the code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the north side of Sheilah Court, at the intersection of Spook Rock Road, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.17 Block 1 Lot 3 in the R-55 Zone.

Zoning Board of Appeals
2026-02-19 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
Thursday, February 19, 2026 ZBA Meeting Agenda

Approval of the January 15, 2026 meeting minutes

Abe Kohn–17 Sterling Forest Drive, Montebello, NY- PUBLIC HEARING continued
Application of Abe Kohn, 17 Sterling Forest Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for the construction of an addition to an existing house and an in-ground pool: Front setback for addition [req. 50’ proposed 30’]; Front yard for addition [req. 50’ proposed 30’]; Side yard for pool [req. 30’ proposed 24.9’]; FAR [max. .15 proposed .173] per Section 195-13 Use groups q and h of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Parcel is located on the west side of Sterling Forest Lane at the intersection of High Gate Court, and is shown on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.11 Block 1 Lot 3 in the RR-50 Zone

Yitzchok Zelcer—14 Fant Farm Lane, Montebello, NY
Application of Yitzchok Zelcer, owner of 14 Fant Farm Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for: Rear yard [required 20 feet, existing 0 feet]; Side Yard [required 20 feet, existing 17.3 feet]; Sie Yard (pool) [required 30 feet, existing 29.4 feet] as per Section 195, attachment 2, Row t, and Section 195-57D of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello for the construction of an in-ground pool for an existing single-family home. The parcel is located on the west side of Fant Farm Lane approximately 1600 feet north of the intersection of Spook Rock Road and is identified in the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.17 Block 1 Lot 2.11 in the ER-Zone.

Rifky Mehrel Goldstein—30 Viola Road, Montebello, NY
Application of Rifky Mehrel Goldstein, owner of 30 Viola Road, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for: Side Yard [req. 25’ prop. 5.7’]; Side Yard Pool/Spa [req. 35’ prop. 37.4/12.2’]; Rear Setback [req. 50’ prop. 49.7’]; Rear Yard [req. 25’ prop. 3.6’]; Development Coverage [req. 20% prop. 35.4%] FAR [req. .15 prop. .204] per Section 195-13 Attachment 2, use group h and Section 195-57D of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello. The Application is required in order to legalize and build a deck and for a addition to extend the kitchen. The parcel is located on the north side of Viola Road, 70 feet northeast of Mile Road and is identified on the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.08 Block 1 Lot 12.1 in the RR-50 Zone.

Zoning Board of Appeals
2026-03-19 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
MEETING AGENDA

Approval of the February 19, 2026 meeting minutes

Yitzchok Zelcer—14 Fant Farm Lane, Montebello, NY – PUBLIC HEARING
Application of Yitzchok Zelcer, owner of 14 Fant Farm Lane, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for variances for: Rear yard [required 20 feet, existing 0 feet]; Side Yard [required 20 feet, existing 17.3 feet]; Side Yard (pool) [required 30 feet, existing 29.4 feet] as per Section 195, Attachment 2, Row t, and Section 195-57D of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello for the construction of an in-ground pool for an existing single-family home. The parcel is located on the west side of Fant Farm Lane approximately 1600 feet north of the intersection of Spook Rock Road and is identified in the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 49.17 Block 1 Lot 2.11 in the ER-Zone.

Jacob Goldberger—3 Henry Court, Montebello, NY – PUBLIC HEARING
Application of Jacob Goldberger, owner of 3 Henry Court, Montebello, NY which was submitted to the Village of Montebello Zoning Board of Appeals for a variance for: Development coverage [max. 30%, proposed 35%] as per Section 195, attachment 2, Row q of the zoning code of the Village of Montebello for the construction of an addition to a single-family home. The parcel is located on the north side of Henry Court, 75 feet from the intersection of Zeck Court and is identified in the Ramapo Tax Map as Section 48.10 Block 1 Lot 32 in the R-35 Zone.

CANCELED - Zoning Board of Appeals - CANCELED
2026-04-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
THE APPLICANT HAS ADJOURNED TO THE MAY 21, 2026 ZBA MEETING. THIS MEETING IS CANCELED.

Zoning Board of Appeals
2026-05-21 19:00 - 21:30 | Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim Community Center, 350 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY, 10901, United States
