ZBA approves Wheatley Heights subdivision to split large lot into two buildable parcels

The Town of Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals adopted a negative declaration and approved applications 25100A and 25100B to subdivide a large parcel in Wheatley Heights into two lots with 88 feet of frontage each, allowing two new two-story single-family houses. The approvals are conditioned on the planning memos' covenants and restrictions.

Counsel Deirdre Cicero presented the application and said the subdivision equalizes an unusually large lot to be more consistent with neighborhood lot sizes. Board members confirmed the only variance sought was reduced frontage from the A-zone standard to 88 feet per lot. Neighbors asked about construction hours, dust mitigation and liability insurance; the applicant’s builder agreed to comply with Babylon’s work-hour limits, manage dust and debris, and carry required insurance.

The board adopted a negative declaration of environmental significance and approved both applications with planning conditions; the applicant was asked to coordinate with neighbors during construction and provide contact information for concerns.