Sag Harbor Village Board Meeting Summaries,
May 2026
Notes taken by Save Sag Harbor
Important Actions Taken by Sag Harbor Village Advisory Boards and Board of Trustees – May 2026
Board of Historic Preservation and Architectural Review – May 14, 2026
• 35 Prospect Avenue – Approved rear and side yard addition to existing historic 3-bay residence (c. 1900). Board confirmed non-historic windows from March meeting; Mr. Studenroth conducted site visit and agreed. Application had previously been adjourned.
• 9 Wooded Path (Bryan & Julia Midliam) – Approved demolition of existing non-historic ranch house and reconstruction of new two-story dwelling with attached garage and 285 sq. ft. accessory dwelling unit. Architect noted all building materials will be repurposed by organization “Second Chance.” Applicant will keep existing retaining walls.
• 120 Glover Street (120 Glover, LLC) – Approved construction of new two-story dwelling, detached garage and cabana. Architect described design as coastal New England vernacular; approximately 3,400 sq. ft. with dense front plantings. Board noted dormers serve lighting purposes only; attic will not be used.
• 68 Grand Street (Christine Kuritzkes Revocable Trust) – Approved additions and landscaping to non-historic house. Applicant replacing east wing and back deck with a one-story addition, increasing from 1,531 to 2,143 sq. ft. New dormer on second floor; standing seam metal roof over addition; new cedar shingles, copper gutters and rebuilt chimney. Board noted preference for ACRE material over PVC/AZEK.
• 29 Eastville Avenue (Martin Pepa) – Approved front additions/repairs to historic house (connected to Underground Railroad) with non-historic extension. Applicant will underpin stacked stone foundation with interior underpinning to preserve original exterior stonework. Mr. Studenroth recommended repointing original foundation with correct mortar type and color.
• 166 Bay Street (166 Bay Street, LLC) – Adjourned. Proposed modest 300 sq. ft. kitchen/mudroom addition to historic house, increasing GFA from 2,000 to 2,400 sq. ft. Asphalt roof to be replaced with cedar shingles; porch roof in copper. Mr. Studenroth requested physical sample of proposed brick veneer for new foundation; also requested that one historic window displaced by addition be repurposed rather than discarded.
• 152 Jermain Avenue (Mark Tevis) – Adjourned. Proposed 250 sq. ft. second-floor addition to small historic house on narrow lot (ZBA previously granted pyramid variance of approx. 1,800 cubic feet). Board raised concerns that addition does not distinguish old from new, that proposed standing seam metal roof should be cedar shingles, and that the addition would eliminate one of the home’s characteristic cross gables. Board requested renderings in context with adjoining houses.
• 103 Hampton Street (Scott Schultz) – Adjourned. Proposed replacement of windows with simulated divided light windows on historic house. Board asked Applicant to preserve and insulate existing windows rather than replace them.
• 82 Glover Street (82 Glover Street, LLC) – Adjourned. Proposed second-story addition to rear of contributing house, new rear porch, driveway, entry renovation and removal of existing barn and shed. House to be elevated per FEMA; proposed expansion from 1,500 to 2,900 sq. ft. Board expressed strong concerns: addition not distinct from original, situated to side rather than rear, ridgeline nearly as tall as original house, and visible from street. Board recommended addition be made smaller and placed in right rear; also urged use of permeable driveway materials (countering Applicant’s claim that FEMA prohibits them).
• 69 Hillside Drive East (69 Hillside Drive LLC) – Adjourned. Proposed demolition of non-historic house within SANS historic overlay and construction of 2,700 sq. ft. flat-roofed house clad in silver cedar with white stucco foundation, front bay window and standing seam roof. Board concerned that design is incompatible with surrounding homes. Applicant directed to provide 3-D rendering in context with neighborhood and a detailed landscape plan showing existing trees; Board also discouraged use of green giants and arborvitae.
• 32 Eastville Avenue – Adjourned. Proposed demolition of garage and construction of 1.5-story addition to non-historic house in historic district, increasing GFA from 2,500 to 3,600 sq. ft. (requires public hearing). House to be stripped to shell and renovated with two-over-two windows, front door with sidelights and height addition of 15 feet. Board concerned about massing and scale relative to neighboring buildings; noted state guidelines limit new construction in historic district to 10% over original. Board requested renderings in context with streetscape.
• 48 Redwood Road (48 Redwood LLC) – Discussion item. Proposed 430 sq. ft. waterside rear addition with second-story porch to non-historic house. Board stated it had “no problem” with the addition.
• 37 Shaw Road (37 Shaw Road, LLC) – Discussion item. Proposed demolition of existing house and construction of new 4,270 sq. ft. two-story single-family residence facing the water, plus ADU, cabana, patio and infinity pool. Design features yellow cedar siding, cedar shingle roof, casement windows with shutters and a formal garden designed by Ed Hollander. Board expressed concern that scale is too large and design does not feel consistent with Sag Harbor character; multiple members noted house would loom over Terry Drive parking lot and neighboring homes. Board requested renderings depicting house in context with Terry Drive parking lot. Shaw Road is a private road.
• Decisions issued for: 167 Bay Street (Hannes Ciatti Revocable Trust) – demolish and reconstruct 2,940 sq. ft. dwelling and accessory structure; 300 Madison Street (Thomas Elliot) – window and siding replacement; 67 Franklin Avenue (David McCallum & Natalie Phillips) – demolish existing structure and construct new structure, swimming pool and landscaping; 406 Main Street (Eamon Bradley) – demolish existing dwelling and construct new dwelling and swimming pool.
• 71 Walker Avenue (Thelma Louise Margaretha) – Adjourned to June 11, 2026 BHPAR meeting without discussion. Proposed addition.
Village Board of Trustees – May 12, 2026
• Treasury – Village revenues total $17.2 million as of February 2026; expenses total $14 million to date.
• Police – 843 calls and 9 accidents in April 2026. Mayor cautioned residents to drive safely. A support K-9 (yellow lab) sworn in on May 26, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. at Village Hall.
• Fire – Many applications for volunteer fire department received. April call count not reported.
• Ambulance – 34 calls in April 2026.
• Justice Court – 1,165 cases opened year-to-date; majority involve vehicle violations (234 opened in April). 477 parking cases open year-to-date. $26,000 gross revenues in April 2026.
• Parks – Ligonee Creek Culvert – The Village proposed reopening the culvert under County Road 79 (Turnpike) connecting Ligonee Creek (Long Pond Greenbelt) to Upper Cove. Town of Southampton and Southampton CPF are open to the idea. Village still needs approval from Suffolk County, Southampton, and a private property owner; will conduct survey and provide engineering plans to advance the project.
• Planning – Traffic Study – Consultant LKMA is conducting a comprehensive traffic analysis of Route 114 and ancillary streets through the business district, including Hempstead and Bay Streets. Village is seeking low-cost solutions (e.g., crosswalk changes). A pilot program to reduce speeding on John and Columbia Streets will install signs prohibiting turns to keep traffic local. LKMA will also assess the Jermain Street/Main Street corridor. Public workshop on June 26, 2026 where LKMA will present Phase 1 findings and parking assessment; written comments accepted after the workshop.
• Sewer – Sewage treatment plant processed 1.4 million gallons of sludge in April 2026. Sewer hook-up work halted for the summer season; will resume September 2026 and continue through at least March 2027. All streets restored to original condition for summer. Village conducting caffeine testing of bay waters to identify human waste sources (caffeine does not degrade in saltwater and is faster and cheaper than DNA testing).
• Grants – Village exploring green/resiliency grants.
• ZBA – Scott Baker stepping down as ZBA Chairperson but will remain a member. Val Florio will assume Chairperson role.
• Public Works – Spring leaf and brush cleanup completed; all storm drains cleared.
• BHPAR Enforcement – Trustee Plumb noted that renovations at 92 Bay Street did not conform to BHPAR-approved design: owner had represented windows would be restored but instead removed them and installed new windows with black sashes. Trustee observed difficulty in enforcing BHPAR decisions.
• Environmental – Village exploring energy efficiency improvements to Village Hall.
• Building – 13 building permits, 14 rental permits and 98 inspections issued in April 2026; revenues totaled $36,000. Village actively interviewing candidates to fill building inspector and code enforcement vacancies.
• Harbor – Significant activity at Redwood Marina; Village received $178,000 in marina revenues to be applied to operating expenses. VBOT approved stewardship agreement with Cornell Cooperative, which will conduct public marine and environmental educational programs at the marina.
• Docks – Dock revenues 6% higher than prior year. Pump-out boat under repair.
• Consultant Reimbursement Fees – VBOT approved resolution scheduling a public hearing on June 9, 2026 to consider amending Village Code §130-2 (consultant reimbursable fees).
• Local Law – Cellars Under Accessory Apartments – VBOT approved local law amending Village Code §300-9.1(B)(7) to allow cellars under accessory apartments and garages (public hearing held).
• Local Law – Village Infrastructure Oversight – Public hearing on local law amending Village Code §42-12 (Powers and Duties) to add new §G relating to oversight of Village infrastructure and capital improvement projects. Hearing must remain open 30 days; VBOT will act at next meeting.
• Formula Business Petition – Bob Weinstein presented the Save Sag Harbor petition regarding formula business restrictions (1,121 signatures as of May 14, 2026). A workshop with consultant Interscience is planned for June 10, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Village seeking public input.
• AT&T Coverage – AT&T proposed installing a temporary antenna on the police building to improve summer coverage in the Business and Office Districts. VBOT was not enthusiastic.
• Eagle Scout Project – Calogero Sferrazza presented a HomeTown Heroes Eagle Scout project to install banners with portraits of local veterans in Marine Park. VBOT enthusiastic; requested a formal plan.
• Sag Harbor Oyster Club – Simon Harrison presented concepts for The Sag Harbor Oyster Club. VBOT advised Mr. Harrison to work with Cornell Cooperative to create oyster beds.
• Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan RFP – VBOT approved resolution authorizing the Deputy Clerk to issue an RFP for professional planning firms to update the Village’s Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan. Proposals due June 2, 2026 at 2:30 p.m.; specifications available from the Clerk’s Office, 55 Main Street.
Zoning Board of Appeals – May 19, 2026
• 23 & 25 Washington Street (TBD Hospitality, LLC) – ZBA declined to overturn the Building Inspector’s determination revoking building permit no. B-25-0037. Applicants (sub-tenants, not direct tenants as previously represented) sought to open a restaurant/retail market in the VB Zoning District. ZBA found the appeal was time-barred under New York State law (not timely filed), and that the building permit application lacked required original owner authorization. Applicants’ counsel requested a formal decision to enable prompt filing of an Article 78 proceeding.
• 60 Bluff Point Road (Charles Persico) – Approved variances from Village Code §300-9.1(A)(4) to allow proposed garage and renovated swimming pool to be located in a front yard where accessory structures are prohibited. Property is a through lot with technically no backyard.
• 67 Garden Street (67 Garden Street, LLC) – Adjourned. Application for seven variances for: second-floor addition, conversion of garage to ADU, and new swimming pool on corner lot in FEMA flood zone. Key issues include lot coverage, ADU height of 18 ft. (code maximum 15 ft., driven by FEMA elevation requirements), pyramid violations, side yard setbacks, pool location in front yard, and connection to Village sewer (required before occupancy). Multiple neighbors opposed, citing ADU impact on small lot, cumulative effect of seven variances, flooding, noise and precedential concerns.
• Decisions issued for: 52 Garden Street (Marie Shantall & Tego Villarreal) – first and second-story additions with skyplane and GFA variances; 49 Rysam Street (Tom Remien & Mary Anne Hunting) – side yard setback variance for basement egress; 110 Redwood Road (Baldridge Revocable Trust) – skyplane and GFA variances for addition; 121 Madison Street (121 Madison Street, LLC) – skyplane and GFA variances for addition.
• Adjourned to June 16, 2026 without discussion: 23 Main Street (Big Fish Holding, LLC) – waiver of five parking spaces to allow seasonal outdoor dining for 20 seats; 48 Redwood Road (48 Redwood, LLC) – variances for third-story habitable area, first/second-story expansion, additional pyramid encroachment and front yard setback.
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