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Protecting Water Mill’s Rural and Historic Character
There are several significant developments in the planning/building stages along the Montauk Highway including a new Patio.com at the gateway to Water Mill, an office complex on Station Road (site of the former Railroad station) and an office/affordable apartments complex across from Deerfield Road. The CAC has participated in all hearings relating to these projects and their impact on the future of Water Mill. We encourage your point of view on changes in our Hamlet. Please try to come to our meetings. Stay tuned ---- stay engaged.
Patio.com
Major change slated for this dangerous corner at the entrance to Water Mill. Business owner has purchased the northerly adjacent lot and now proposes a 14,000 sq. ft. building to replace current structure. Business has repeatedly ignored previous site plan restrictions by placing merchandise outside designated area resulting in major eyesore for community. Site Plan review process is being monitored by CAC.
Water Mill Station
A 23,000 sq. ft. office complex has been approved for the former Water Mill Railroad Station property, north of the Citarella Shopping Center. The CAC urged that a complex of this size (far too large for the parcel) not be approved due to traffic issues and its impact on the neighboring Water Mill Community Club. The Planning Board approved it anyway.
Water Mill Ateliers
Complex at the corner of Davids Lane and Montauk Highway is almost completed. Complex will have Platinum LEED certification – highest “green” rating. Water Mill CAC strongly supports this outstanding project, which will include major landscaping and architecture compatible with hamlet center. There are 3 buildings with offices and 6 affordable 2nd floor apartments. If interested in applying for these apartments, go to www.meisel.dev.com and click on Water Mill Ateliers.
Shell Oil Station to Expand
The owner of the Shell Oil station in Water Mill has received Planning Board approval to expand his gas station by increasing the amount of pumps and enlarging the convenience store. Existing canopy and convenience store will be demolished. The CAC participated in this Planning Board process and made numerous suggestions regarding lighting, landscaping and signage, which were incorporated into the approved site plan. Construction due to start September 2009.
Water Mill Bridge
A site plan has been approved for Water Mill Bridge, a change of use of the property at 1040 Montauk Highway, just east of Trata Restaurant. The existing building will be renovated and will be used for a recreational bridge club, a welcomed use of the property. The second phase of the renovation will be the construction of a contractor building in the rear of the property.
Cell Tower Proposed
The owner of Verderbers nursery, a one-acre parcel located on the Montauk Hwy. opposite Pier One, has applied for an 77 foot monopole cell tower to be constructed on his property. Cell towers are allowed by law but Town can mitigate its impact by reducing height and style. CAC has concerns and is monitoring.
Parrish Museum
Several years ago, the Parrish Art Museum purchased the 14-acre parcel (formerly Whitmores) just east of Duckwalk Vineyard. The Swiss architectural firm of Herzog & de Meuron was hired to design their new quarters. Plans for a 42,000 sq. ft. building are temporarily on hold due to economic issues. The CAC fully supports the addition of a museum to our community.
Transportation Study – Cty Rd 39 and impact on Water Mill
The first phase of widening of Cty Rd 39 was completed but certain safety measures such as medians have not been installed and there is now a problem with excessive speed. The Town is trying to address these problems with more police presence, speed monitors and rumble strips. The second phase of the road widening will extend from the 7-Eleven to the intersection at Route 27 and Flying Point Road where a two-lane roundabout is proposed. At this time there are no plans to expand Route 27. Currently there is no start date for this second phase.
Road Safety on Water Mill back roads
In the fall of 2004, CAC representatives met with Town Board members regarding safety issues on back roads. Town did install 4-way STOP signs at the intersection of the four Seven Pond Roads and a STOP sign at the intersection of Head of Pond Road and Water Mill Towd Road replacing the current YIELD sign. Halsey Lane where it intersects with Route 27 will be turned into a one-way street to prevent exiting onto the highway. The CAC is continuing to encourage the Town to install speed monitors along the back roads as well as increase police presence and create a uniform speed limit.
Code Violations – Chronic Problem
CAC constantly reports code violations to Town brought to our attention by residents relating to illegal business uses, signs and other infractions. We encourage residents to report code violations and lack of code enforcement to info@ourwatermill.org |
