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Neighbors urge denial of variances for 1891 Carhartt Ave., cite stop-work order and fire response
Summary
Two nearby homeowners told the Peekskill ZBA they oppose variances for a renovated property, citing unpermitted work, a stop‑work order (03/07/2024), a fire‑department response on Jan. 11, alleged contractor equipment storage, and nuisance party activity.
Multiple neighbors spoke against granting the requested area variances for 1891 Carhartt Avenue, telling the Zoning Board they have seen unpermitted construction, contractor vans, and late-night parties at the property.
Vince Ferrendino, owner of the adjacent property at 1889 Carhartt Avenue, read prepared testimony and submitted photos and documents to the record. Ferrendino said, "The applicant was issued a stop work order by the city on 03/07/2024," and listed five items he said justify denial: the driveway expansion and stone wall within setbacks; a storage shed built without a permit; relocation of an outdoor bar and retained fire pit that he called a nuisance (he provided a fire department report from a Jan. 11 response); ongoing storage of construction materials and containers; and interior and exterior improvements made without permits.
Neighbor Michael Simpkins (1882 Carhartt Avenue) said he appreciated improvements to the house but was concerned about stored materials and the presence of an "outhouse" and rental-party behavior that disturbed the neighborhood. Both speakers said they had not received some prior notices and asked the boards to consider neighborhood character and safety in evaluating the application.
The applicant and counsel disputed some claims and noted prior meetings with the building department; the board directed staff to follow up with code enforcement for additional information before taking any formal action.
