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Trustees begin code overhaul for subdivisions, average-density and parkland funding after nearby 54‑unit proposal raises concerns
Summary
Village staff and counsel proposed changes to subdivision and average-density rules to prepare for potential large developments; discussion cited a nearby Roslyn application for 54 units and explored performance buffers, parkland dedication/fee-in-lieu options and requiring applicants to fund village consultants.
Village counsel and staff asked the Board of Trustees to consider code changes to the village's subdivision and average-density rules to prepare for larger development proposals in and near Flower Hill.
Counsel and the building official described possible edits to include clearer performance and buffering standards, a statutory option to require parkland dedication or a fee-in-lieu for maintenance, and the village's ability to require applicants to cover costs for outside consultants (planners, traffic engineers) when submissions include substantial expert material. Discussion specifically referenced a Roslyn application involving 54 units as a motivator for the proactive review.
Trustees asked staff and counsel to prepare written drafts that compare neighboring villages' approaches and identify fee structures tied to number of units or lots; the mayor emphasized the goal "to get ahead of the problem" so the village's code is current if property owners seek to subdivide or change course use of large parcels (for example, local golf-course properties discussed at the meeting).
Next steps: staff will prepare draft language for board review that addresses average-density, subdivision updates, parkland options, and associated fees and will present the draft at a future meeting.
