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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Beacon public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Howland Avenue seven-lot subdivision
A proposal to replace two existing homes with seven new house lots and a new city road would add neighborhood traffic and change the character of Howland Avenue. Stormwater basins and utility extensions are part of the plan.
Pedestrian Easement Modification at 18-20 West Main Street
The property owner at 18-20 West Main Street wants the city to modify a utility and pedestrian path easement reserved when the city sold the adjoining land in 2017, to accommodate redevelopment. The utilities would go underground along Beekman Street and the path requirement would be adjusted.
Variance Extension for Beekman Street Mixed-Use Development
The developers of 45 Beekman Street received a one-year extension on their parking variance while they work through state department of transportation approvals and property appraisals.
Lead Agency Review for Fishkill Avenue Mixed-Use Amended Site Plan
The board reviewed a notice from the Planning Board to act as lead agency for an amended site plan on Fishkill Avenue that adds a recessed fourth floor and two extra apartments.
Parking Lot Expansion and Storage Facility at 3 Beekman Street
Dia Center for the Arts is proposing a new 49-space parking lot and a metal storage building at 3 Beekman Street, prompting board scrutiny over visual screening, grading, and architectural context.