Zoning board hears multiple residential variance requests; several matters reserved

Multiple residential applications were presented to the Town of Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals, including a detached garage proposal, an after‑the‑fact deck repair associated with an accessory apartment, a request to reduce a rear‑yard setback for a new dwelling and a one‑story addition to accommodate a family member.

Barry Shafer (13 Seward Street) sought permission for a prefabricated detached garage for storage and workshop use; he told the board the house dates to the 1950s, agreed that no habitable space or plumbing would be installed in the garage, and discussed removing an awning that contributes to drainage issues. The hearing was closed and the board reserved decision while leaving the record open for follow‑up about site plans and any conditions.

Dina Medina Romero explained she repaired a large rear deck that predated her 2020 purchase and said the deck would not be enclosed; the board closed the hearing and reserved decision while leaving the record open.

Architect Brian Fiori described the Capitan addition (application 2643) to create private living space for a family member without a kitchen; the board voted to amend application number one to allow diminished side yards and reserved final decision pending submission of the final materials.

Architect Maria Peraglia Cerini presented a new-dwelling rear-yard reduction request for the Comisso application (2642); the applicant agreed to conditions requiring conforming egress if the basement requires an entrance; the board closed the hearing and reserved decision pending follow-up.

For cases where decisions were reserved, staff will issue written decisions after applicants supply requested materials or confirm compliance with conditions.