Board OKs greenhouse variances for Rappa property
New Baltimore Zoning Board of Appeals approves two area variance applications for Charles Rappa. The Board approved variances for two greenhouse accessory structures at 973 Route 144 that do not meet the town's 15-foot minimum side yard setback requirement. Building One, located 10 feet from the
misc · Meeting of May 6, 2026
NY NEW BALTIMORE — New Baltimore Zoning Board of Appeals approves two area variance applications for Charles Rappa. The Board approved variances for two greenhouse accessory structures at 973 Route 144 that do not meet the town's 15-foot minimum side yard setback requirement. Building One, located 10 feet from the property line, was approved unconditionally on a 4-0 vote with one abstention.
Building Two, located 5 inches from the property line, was approved 3-1 with one abstention, subject to three conditions restricting further encroachment, managing drainage, and requiring compliance with building codes. No adjoining property owners objected during the May 6 public hearing.
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