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Pittsfield CDB approves minutes and subdivision determinations, grants special permit for parcelization
Summary
At its March 17 meeting the Pittsfield Community Development Board approved Feb. 17 minutes, determined subdivision approval was not required for two plans (including a three-parcel split for Hurricane Properties) and granted a special permit for parcelization with standard lapse conditions; the board set the next meeting for April 21.
The Pittsfield Community Development Board opened its March 17 meeting with roll call and approved the Feb. 17, 2026 meeting minutes by unanimous roll call vote.
The board considered two subdivision-related matters. First, Patrick McColgan of Taconic Land Consultants requested and received a determination that a plan for Lot 3 at 39 Velma Avenue does not require subdivision approval; the motion by Gary Levante passed unanimously. Second, Brian Koczela of BEK Associates presented a plan on behalf of Hurricane Properties, LLC to divide properties at 2 Monteleone Place, 139 Second Street, and 0 Second Street into three separate parcels. The board found subdivision approval was not required and granted the requested special permit for relief from side and rear setbacks, with the standard condition that rights authorized by a special permit lapse if not exercised within two years. Ms. Herland made the motion to grant the special permit; Mr. Levante seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
No zoning site-plan applications were submitted. The board briefly discussed Westside Form-Based Code waiver criteria and the importance of clearly stated hardship standards; staff said they will continue coordination with the Zoning Board of Appeals and solicit public feedback at upcoming Master Plan outreach. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.; the next Community Development Board meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2026.
