Subdivision, Multi-Family & More: Planning Commission Agenda for Tuesday, March 11, 2025

The Rye City Planning Commission is responsible for decisions on a variety of land use applications including site plans, subdivisions, wetland permits, coastal consistency determinations, special use permits and outdoor dining permits. The Commission also periodically provides advisory recommendations to the City Council regarding long-range planning concerns and zoning matters.

The next commission meeting is on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 7:00pm and is typically held in the City Council room and/or Mayor’s conference room at Rye City Hall Hall. The meetings provide a look at upcoming developments in Rye, ensuring community members stay informed about significant property changes and planning decisions.

Its seven members are Nicholas Everett (chair), Andrew Ball, Laura Brett, Dan Bsharat, Rick Schaupp, Steven Secon and Jamie Jensen (councilmember liaison). Read Meet the Planning Commission and its Chair Nick Everett.

The Rye City Council recently delayed consideration of a moratorium on large scale development.

Properties being discussed:

• 5 Harbor Terrace Drive – addition
• 45 Drake Smith Lane – above ground spa & more
• 154 Stuyvesant Avenue – new residence including pool
• 70 Maple Avenue – 2 lot subdivision
• Bareburger Outdoor Dining 50 Purchase Street – permit for 8 tables
• 516 Midland Avenue – reconstruction of single family home
• 85 Theodore Fremd Avenue – 5 unit multi-family
• 17 Manursing Way – previously not permitted – drainage swale to direct stormwater flows
• 3 Read Court – previously not permitted – maintain fence in wetland buffer
• 23 Locust Lane – previously not permitted – wetland permit to maintain patio & more

The Agenda

There are two hearings and multiple items pending action. Here’s a closer look at the agenda.

Hearings

• 5 Harbor Terrace Drive
  • WP#556
  • Applicants: Scott and Courtney Mogerley
  • The homeowners seek a wetland permit to construct an addition to their existing residence. This project will be discussed both during the hearing and later in the meeting for further deliberation.
  • View Plans 
• 45 Drake Smith Lane
  • WP#558
  • Applicant: Caitlin Moffett
  • The applicant proposes replacing an existing wood deck, stair, rails, and pergola with a new deck and an above-ground spa. As with the Harbor Terrace Drive project, this application will also be reviewed as a pending action item.
  • View Plans

Pending Action Items

The commission will also review several pending action items that require planning approval:

• 154 Stuyvesant Avenue
  • WP#557
  • Applicants: Martin & Caroline O’Mahoney
  • A wetland permit is sought for the construction of a new residence, complete with a deck, terraced patio, and pool.
  • View Plans 
• 70 Maple Avenue
  • SUB#365
  • Applicant: 70 Maple Ave Associates, LLC
  • A proposal for a two-lot subdivision on a 0.97-acre parcel will be reviewed.
  • View Plans 
• Bareburger Outdoor Dining
  • OD 16-2025
  • Applicant: James Nicozisis
  • Bareburger is requesting an outdoor dining permit for eight seasonal tables and 24 chairs at its 50 Purchase Street location.
  • View Plans 
• 516 Midland Avenue
  • WP#562
  • Applicant: Sandra Mastrogiacomo
  • The applicant proposes the removal and reconstruction of a single-family home, as well as a new driveway, walkway, and patio.
  • View Plans 
• 85 Theodore Fremd Avenue
  • SP#412
  • Applicant: 85 Theodore Owners, LLC
  • A significant redevelopment plan is being proposed for this site, which involves constructing a five-unit townhouse-style multifamily development.
  • View Plans 
• 17 Manursing Way
  • WP#560
  • Applicant: Gaura Narayan
  • The applicant seeks a wetland permit to remove an unpermitted berm and install a drainage swale to improve stormwater flow.
  • View Plans 
• 3 Read Court
  • WP#561
  • Applicants: Michael & Jennifer Zicari
  • This application involves a request to maintain an already installed fence located within a wetland buffer that was built before obtaining a permit.
  • View Plans 
• 23 Locust Lane
  • WP#559
  • Applicant: Tony McGill
  • The applicant is seeking approval to maintain an existing bluestone patio, rock garden, and fire pit that were installed without the necessary permits.
  • View Plans

The commission will also review and approve minutes from prior meetings. Residents can attend and voice their opinions on these projects that may impact the community.

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