Neighbors oppose 184 West 3rd Street renewal; board extends review to May 20

Neighbors asked the Town of Babylon Rental Board on April 8 to deny or delay renewal of a rental permit for 184 West 3rd Street in Deer Park, saying the property was being used for commercial vehicle storage and vehicle repair and that debris and lighting created a nuisance.

Anita Cornetto, who lives next door, and Kim Seitz, two doors down, each testified that they had sent emails and photos documenting commercial vehicles, cars parked behind a fence, loud late-night work on the driveway and alleged over-occupancy. Cornetto said the property has tenants and commercial work taking place; Seitz described tow trucks and flatbeds at night and bright lights in the backyard.

The applicant’s representative, who gave a business address as part of the record, told the board that inspectors noted deficiencies and that vehicles and commercial uses had been removed "as per the deficiencies on the inspection." Board members emphasized neighborhood expectations and warned that permit renewals can be revoked if violations persist.

Board member Kelly Medwick moved to extend review of the renewal to May 20 to allow time for additional evidence and for inspectors to re-verify conditions; Mike Murray seconded and the board voted in favor. Chair Sal Mangano instructed the applicant to clean up debris and to be a “good neighbor,” and told the complainants to submit any further emails or photos to rentalcomments@townofbabylon.com for the board’s consideration.

If the town’s investigators confirm continuing violations between now and May 20, the board said it could revisit enforcement steps including potential revocation of the renewal.