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Planning Board9 of 13 attendees present

June 9, 2026

8 applications · 9 motions · 2 public hearings

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The board spent its workshop on new state budget-bill changes to SEQR, which immediately exempt housing projects on previously disturbed sites, bike and pedestrian trails, and water infrastructure from environmental review. Two subdivision applications on the evening's agenda were declared exempt under the new rules. The board also continued a contested public hearing for a proposed karaoke bar on North Avenue, with several residents speaking in support and several neighbors opposing it over noise and late hours; the board authorized drafting a conditional approval resolution while directing city staff to retain an independent acoustics consultant before any vote. Separately, the board sharply criticized the applicant behind a mixed-use building at 364 Main Street for deviating significantly from an approved site plan, demanding a comprehensive itemized spreadsheet of every change before further discussion next month.

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On the docket

Every application that came before the board, with what happened and how the board acted.

  • Site PlanContinued review

    1154 North Avenue

    Site Plan Approval · Applicant: Hudson Vox LLC

    Site plan review · Step 4 of 6: Public hearingHow it works

    Continued public hearing for Site Plan Approval at 1154 North Avenue. Architect Aryeh Siegel discussed revised plans and acoustic engineer's report. Building Inspector noted a separate sign permit is required. Attorney Gray noted a noise consultant has been secured for next month's review. Public comments were received. Board agreed to leave hearing open and authorize a draft resolution.

    Board action

    Watch this discussion · 26:30

    Documents18
    • Comment Response Ltr (opens in a new tab)

      2 pages · 334 KB

      This letter from Aryeh Siegel, Architect, responds to comments from KARC Planning Consultant and Lanc & Tully regarding the site plan application for 1154 North Avenue, Beacon, New York. The responses address concerns about an easement agreement for modifications to adjacent property, signage compliance with zoning code requirements, NYSDOT permitting for highway work, and sprinkler system requirements for the proposed use.

    • The Howl - Acoustic Report - WSDG v2.1 (opens in a new tab)

      20 pages · 6.4 MB

      This acoustic report evaluates the existing conditions at the proposed location of The Howl, a karaoke bar in Beacon, NY, and provides acoustic isolation design recommendations to comply with the City of Beacon's noise ordinance. WSDG recommends specific partition constructions (ranging from STC 43 to STC 65), suspended ceiling assemblies, acoustic door seals, and mechanical penetration details to isolate sound transmission between the bar/karaoke rooms and adjacent commercial/residential properties, with post-construction compliance testing required.

    • Occupancy Mgmt Premises Monitoring and Emergency Egress Plan (opens in a new tab)

      5 pages · 143 KB

      This document outlines the Occupancy Management, Premises Monitoring, and Emergency Egress Plan for The Howl at 1154 North Ave, Beacon, NY, detailing operational procedures for managing patron capacity, preventing exterior congregation, controlling ingress and egress, and responding to emergencies. The plan establishes a reservation-based operating model with designated egress routes, staff roles during emergencies, pre-opening safety checks, and protocols for enforcing occupancy limits and preventing unsafe congregation outside the building. The procedures are designed to supplement existing regulatory requirements from the City of Beacon and applicable fire/building codes.

    • thehowl parking page (opens in a new tab)

      1 page · 4.0 MB

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    • Site Plan 4 260526 (opens in a new tab)

      5 pages · 18 MB

      This site plan for "The Howl" at 1154 North Avenue in Beacon, New York depicts a renovation/adaptive reuse of an existing two-story brick building into what appears to be an entertainment or music venue, showing site layout, existing conditions, building floor plans, elevations, roof plan, grading, lighting specifications, and architectural details including wood cladding, signage, and a sculpture element. The plan has been revised multiple times per Planning Board comments as of May 26, 2026.

    • Lanc Tully 1154 North Ave 06-03-26 (opens in a new tab)

      2 pages · 644 KB

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    • KARC Review PB 1154 North Avenue 2026.06.04 (opens in a new tab)

      2 pages · 389 KB

      KARC Planning Consultants reviews the site plan application for a proposed karaoke suites and live-performance facility at 1154 North Avenue in Beacon, recommending conditions related to signage, emergency egress procedures, hours of operation documentation, and noise attenuation testing and monitoring. The consultant concludes that previous planning comments have been satisfactorily addressed and that remaining comments are ministerial in nature and may be incorporated as conditions of site plan approval.

    • PH public comment Wilkes redacted2 (opens in a new tab)

      2 pages · 30 KB

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    • public comment Zellinger (opens in a new tab)

      8 pages · 1.4 MB

      This is a public comment letter from a resident adjacent to the proposed Hudson Vox LLC bar venue at 1154 North Avenue, raising detailed objections to the project based on proximity concerns (approximately 100 feet from his residence) and inadequate mitigation plans for noise, parking, and lighting impacts. The resident argues that the sound assessment relies on algorithms rather than actual testing, the soundproofing design is insufficient and improperly decoupled from exterior walls, the parking assumptions are unrealistic, and the proposed operating hours (midnight on weeknights) are incompatible with the residential neighborhood character, and requests that the Planning Board conduct independent professional evaluations and extend the public comment period.

    • 84 Anderson PB 6.9.26 Cover Letter 2026-0526 (opens in a new tab)

      Cover letter · 2 pages · 162 KB

      Hudson Land Design submits a revised Subdivision Plan Set for 84 Anderson Street in Beacon, NY on behalf of applicant Sadhna Gupta, addressing comments from the Planning Board's consultants regarding lot line metes and bounds, dimensional callouts, sheet numbering, bulk table revisions, and tree protection details. The application includes a formal area variance request to the Zoning Board of Appeals for June 2026 consideration, with the subdivision project scheduled for Planning Board review on June 9, 2026.

    • 84 Anderson PB 6.9.26 Sheets (opens in a new tab)

      7 pages · 4.7 MB

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    • KARC Review PB 84 Anderson St 2026.06.04 (opens in a new tab)

      1 page · 376 KB

      KARC Planning Consultants reviews the subdivision application for 84 Anderson Street in Beacon, which proposes dividing a 0.526-acre R1-10 zoned parcel and adjusting the lot line with the adjoining property at 74 Anderson Street to create three residential lots with new single-family homes. The review identifies that proposed Lot A requires an area variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals due to its 81.4-foot width falling short of the required 85-foot width, which the applicant has already submitted for ZBA consideration.

    • 84 Anderson St - SEAF Part 2 and 3 (opens in a new tab)

      2 pages · 779 KB

      This document is Part 2 and Part 3 of a Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF) for the project at 84 Anderson Street, in which a Lead Agency evaluates potential environmental impacts of a proposed action by responding to 11 impact questions and, where warranted, providing detailed analysis in Part 3 to determine whether an environmental impact statement is required or if the action will not result in significant adverse environmental impacts.

    • 84 Anderson Street - Subdivision SEQRA Negative Declaration 4928-3094-8019.1 (opens in a new tab)

      6 pages · 157 KB

      This is a SEQRA Negative Declaration issued by the City of Beacon Planning Board for the subdivision of 84 Anderson Street (Parcel 6054-31-371850) into two lots and the construction of two new single-family residences following demolition of existing structures. The document provides detailed environmental impact analysis across 14 categories (land, geology, water, flooding, air, plants/animals, agriculture, aesthetics, historic resources, open space, transportation, energy, noise/odor/light, and human health) and concludes that the proposed action will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts.

    As written on the agenda

    Continue Public Hearing and Review – Site Plan Approval, 1154 North Avenue, Commercial – Hudson Vox LLC

  • Site PlanContinued review

    397 Fishkill Avenue

    Amended Site Plan Approval · Applicant: 397 Fishkill Avenue LLC and 393 Fishkill Avenue LLC

    Part of the site plan review processHow it works

    Adjourned at the request of the applicant.

    Documents5
    • 393 397 Fishkill PB 6.9.26 Adjournment Request (opens in a new tab)

      2 pages · 192 KB

      This is an adjournment request letter dated May 26, 2026, from counsel for 397 Fishkill Avenue, LLC and 393 Fishkill Avenue, LLC requesting that the Planning Board adjourn the pending Application for Amended Site Plan Approval for a mixed-use building at 393 & 397 Fishkill Avenue and 7 Conklin Street from the June 9, 2026 meeting to the July 14, 2026 meeting. The applicant seeks additional time to address the Board's May 12, 2026 comments regarding lighting design, rooftop mechanicals, building corner refinement, and fourth floor arrangement before presenting revised plans at the July meeting.

    • 364 Main PB 6.9.26 Supplemental Submission Cover Letter (opens in a new tab)

      Cover letter · 4 pages · 254 KB

      This supplemental cover letter submitted by 364 Main BCN LLC on May 27, 2026, responds to Planning Board comments from the May 12, 2026 meeting regarding proposed amendments to the 2022 Site Plan Approval for 364 Main Street in Beacon, New York. The Applicant provides clarifications on unapproved field changes and proposes revisions to the building façade including new projected window headers, a recessed residential entrance canopy, façade lighting on pilasters, and repositioning of the address number detail, while maintaining the side-wall vents as necessary building services.

    • 364 Main PB 6.9.26 Exhibit A - ADG Architects Response Memo 5.27.26 (opens in a new tab)

      4 pages · 3.2 MB

      This memorandum from ADG Architects dated May 27, 2026 provides a point-by-point response to engineering comments from Lanc & Tully regarding the 364 Main Street project in Beacon, NY, addressing modifications to architectural features, rooftop mechanical units, plaza elevation changes due to construction findings, and proposed drainage improvements. The applicant acknowledges the various changes and commits to providing updated documentation including landscaping plans and removal of the French drain, while defending the visibility of rooftop units through photographs demonstrating they are adequately screened by the building parapet.

    • 364 Main PB 6.9.26 Site Plan Set by ADG Architects rev 5.6.26 (opens in a new tab)

      9 pages · 36 MB

      This site plan set for 364 Main Street, Beacon, NY documents a mixed-use development project involving new and renovated construction with 3-story commercial and residential components, including detailed architectural drawings, site plans, landscape design, elevations, roof plans, and proposed modifications to building facades and outdoor spaces. The revision 5 submission dated June 9, 2026 represents a planning board submission incorporating multiple revisions addressing planning board comments, architectural details including window trim and lighting specifications, and proposed site improvements such as patio areas and rooftop features.

    • Lanc Tully 364 Main Street 06-03-26 (opens in a new tab)

      2 pages · 876 KB

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    As written on the agenda

    Continue Public Hearing and Review – Amended Site Plan Approval, 393 Fishkill Avenue, 397 Fishkill Avenue, and 7 Conklin Street, Commercial Mix-Use – 397 Fishkill Avenue LLC and 393 Fishkill Avenue LLC

  • Site PlanContinued review

    84 Anderson Avenue

    Subdivision Approval

    Part of the subdivision of land processHow it works

    Dan Koehler of Hudson Land Design noted the SEQRA procedural appearance is no longer necessary due to law changes. Attorney Gray confirmed the Negative Declaration is no longer needed. Planner Quinn noted remaining tree and lot size variance regulations. Board agreed to schedule a public hearing.

    Environmental review: the board found no significant impact, so no full environmental study is required.

    Board action

    Watch this discussion · 1:05:30

    Documents7
    As written on the agenda

    Continue Review – Subdivision Approval, 84 Anderson Avenue, Residential – Sadhna Gupta

  • Site PlanContinued review

    364 Main Street

    Amended Site Plan Approval · Applicant: 364 Main BCN LLC

    Part of the site plan review processHow it works

    Natalie Quinn recused herself. Taylor Palmer of Cuddy and Feder explained the applicant is seeking amended site plan approval for completed project changes that deviated from the approved plan. The board expressed frustration and demanded a comprehensive list of all deviations. Jason Anderson of ADG Architects discussed submission materials.

    Recused: Natalie Quinn

    Watch this discussion · 1:10:30

    Documents1
    • 536 Main PB 6.9.26 Extension Request (opens in a new tab)

      22 pages · 920 KB

      This document is a cover letter dated May 26, 2026, requesting a one-year extension of Site Plan Approval for a three-story commercial building project at 536 Main Street in Beacon, New York, originally approved on June 13, 2023, with prior extensions granted in June 2024 and June 2025. The applicant (HRSM, LLC) states it continues to work toward satisfying approval conditions, including securing construction access agreements and obtaining the Chairman's endorsement of final site plans, and asserts that no material changes to the project or circumstances justify the extension request. The letter includes exhibits showing the original approval resolution and minutes from the June 2024 and June 2025 Planning Board meetings that granted previous extensions.

    As written on the agenda

    Continue Review – Amended Site Plan Approval, 364 Main Street, Mixed-Use Commercial and Residential – 364 Main BCN LLC

  • Site PlanNew application

    108 Liberty Street

    Subdivision Approval

    Subdivision of land · Step 2 of 8: Preliminary plat submissionHow it works

    New application for subdivision creating two lots at 108 Liberty Street. Dan Koehler of Hudson Land Design discussed the proposal. Board applauded effort to preserve large Spruce trees. Attorney Gray suggested obtaining an arborist. Board agreed to refer applicant to ZBA for driveway variance and to schedule a public hearing.

    Board action

    Watch this discussion · 1:28:30

    Documents5
    As written on the agenda

    Review – Subdivision Approval, 108 Liberty Street, Residential – Stephen Spaccarelli and Claire Tipley

  • 536 Main Street

    Site Plan Approval · Applicant: HRSM, LLC

    Taylor Palmer of Cuddy and Feder discussed the reason for the extension request. Board approved a one-year extension.

    Board action

    Watch this discussion · 1:58:30

    Documents6
    As written on the agenda

    Consider Request for One-Year Extension of Site Plan Approval, 536 Main Street, Commercial Three Story – HRSM, LLC

  • Architectural Review

    Certificate of Appropriateness – Rombout Avenue (Tax Grid #5954-36-931757) – New Single-Family House

    New Single-Family House

    Part of the certificate of appropriateness processHow it works

    Gary Joseph, owner and applicant, discussed the proposed project including colors and materials. Building Inspector noted more elevation details needed. Applicant agreed to various design amendments. Board approved specific materials and design as amended.

    Board action

    Watch this discussion · 2:01:30

    As written on the agenda

    Certificate of Appropriateness – Rombout Avenue (Tax Grid #5954-36-931757) – New Single-Family House

  • Architectural Review

    Certificate of Appropriateness – Monell Place (Tax Grid #5955-04-570245) – New Single-Family House

    New Single-Family House

    Part of the certificate of appropriateness processHow it works

    Neil Vaugh and Erika Foy, owners and applicants, discussed design, materials, and colors. Building Inspector noted more dimensions needed on elevations. Applicant agreed to cedar, exposed framing at porch, 8x8 columns, and 4-inch trim. Board approved specified materials.

    Board action

    Watch this discussion · 2:22:30

    As written on the agenda

    Certificate of Appropriateness – Monell Place (Tax Grid #5955-04-570245) – New Single-Family House

Resolutions

  • unnumberedContinue Public Hearing and Review – Site Plan Approval, 1154 North Avenue, Commercial – Hudson Vox LLC — resolution directed to draft · Motion to authorize the attorney to draft resolution: Motion: Kevin Byrne Second: Karen Quiana All in favor - none opposedapproved

Also at this meeting

Board business outside the applications: minutes, workshops, and announcements.

  • Training Workshop – Changes to SEQRA in Adopted FY 2027 NY Budget Bill

    Jennifer Gray (Attorney) and Natalie Quinn (Planner) presented on changes to SEQRA taking effect immediately under the Adopted FY 2027 NY Budget Bill, including new exemptions and criteria. Two applications on the agenda were noted as no longer subject to SEQRA.

  • Approval of May 12, 2026 Minutes

    Motion to approve the May 12, 2026 minutes was made and approved unanimously.

Other motions

  • SEQRA — Other Training Workshop – Changes to SEQRA in Adopted FY 2027 NY Budget Bill · discussed only