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Homeowner seeks area variance for addition to create accessory apartment; neighbors weigh in
Summary
LaFoya Nicole Youngblood Ellis requested an area variance to increase building area to 26.2% to build a one‑story addition intended as an accessory apartment; the applicant cited a '+1 ADU' grant and a neighbor said the neighborhood is not congested. The board closed the hearing and reserved decision.
LaFoya Nicole Youngblood Ellis said she is requesting an area variance to increase total building area from 20% to 26.2% (an overage of 752.1 square feet) to construct a one‑story addition. "We were awarded a grant from the plus 1 ADU program, which is administered by Community Development Corporation of Long Island, and our intended use for the grant will be to build a 1 story addition," Ellis told the board, adding the income would help offset mortgage costs.
Ellis said she has not yet received grant funds and that the variance denial had prolonged the process. A nearby resident, Cheryl Goldberg, spoke in the public record saying she walks the neighborhood daily and does not think an extra apartment would create congestion. Board members asked clarifying questions about the number of bedrooms, kitchens and whether the home would remain owner‑occupied; the applicant confirmed the plan is owner‑occupied with an accessory unit and that the architecture firm had paperwork ready to file the accessory apartment permit after zoning appeal resolution. The board closed the hearing and reserved decision; applicants will be notified in writing.
