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Lockport resident urges council to pause removal of Jefferson Street driveway
Summary
Resident Jeremy Brzezinski told the council the planned removal of a Jefferson Street driveway during street reconstruction would create a practical hardship because primary entry doors face that driveway; he asked the city to retain the driveway or pause removal for further review.
Resident Jeremy Brzezinski addressed the City Council during public comment seeking a pause or exception to a planned removal of his Jefferson Street driveway as part of a city reconstruction project.
Brzezinski, who identified himself as living at 1100 South Jefferson Street, said the Jefferson‑facing driveway serves the home’s primary entry doors and that removing it would create “a practical hardship for residents and guests.” He presented exhibits, including original blueprints and a real‑estate listing, to show the driveway and the primary entries were part of the home’s original design. Brzezinski said he had discussed the situation with staff and appreciated an offer of some compensation but that it “failed to address the core issue.” He asked the council to retain his driveway or pause the removal for additional review.
City staff responded that the city has followed a policy to address noncompliant driveways during reconstruction projects rather than through ongoing code enforcement, and that the Jefferson resurfacing and utility project would be the appropriate time to address the apron removal. Staff said they had met with Brzezinski and other staff to discuss options.
The council did not take immediate action during the meeting; Brzezinski’s request will remain a public‑commented concern and staff may follow up outside the meeting record.
