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Petition to Stop West Elm Street / 240 Greenwich Avenue Apartment Development
Final supporters
This petition pertains to the proposed 240 Greenwich Avenue / West Elm Street residential complex. This application to the Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission encompasses the Bank of America Annex on West Elm street and will construct a new four-story housing facility in the existing parking lot immediately adjacent to 40 West Elm, and across from 25 West Elm Street.
In a quiet neighborhood known for its classic traditional architecture, the proposed expansive contemporary-designed 20-unit multi-family rental complex will offer a rooftop recreational area, including multiple built-in grills and a bar with multiple televisions. A partial underground parking lot is also planned along with the destruction of almost every existing tree on the property.
In our view, the project presents numerous problems affecting the entire community:
- Permanent and severe street congestion both during and after construction completion
- The expansive plot line architectural plans establish a building ‘too large’ for the space thus requiring town variance from the Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission
- Removal of all existing trees and greenspace
- Drainage issues
- Nitrogen oxide, carbon monoxide, noise and light pollution
- Large development of this magnitude on the property and in close confines to neighboring building presents undue fire risk
- The proposed building architectural design clashes with the architectural style of the immediate area as well as town landmarks
Please note, you can also send a letter to Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission:
Planning & Zoning
ATTN: Ms. Margarita T. Alban – Chairperson
Greenwich Town Hall
101 Field Point Road
Greenwich, CT 06830
Please include:
1. A request in the letter that the correspondence be read/entered into the record so it becomes a part of the meeting minutes.
2. CC: Kathie Deluca, Director Planning/Zoning
You can easily submit a letter online as well and steps are as follow:
https://www.greenwichct.gov/428/Planning-Zoning
Contact Us > Email > Enter letter in the message box
Or via email to [email protected]
Or via fax 203-622-3795
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November 25, 2019
The feedback from neighbors remains incredibly focused on the irreversible damage to our greenspace. I am in the process of finalizing our formal opposition statement for the Commission meeting.
November 25, 2019
The momentum is undeniable now. Our neighborhood is speaking loud and clear against this project.
20 Comments
The proposed building appears to be very different from the surrounding area on West Elm. The development site is relatively small for the proposal. The additional traffic and noise will surely be a nuisance.
Having moved from Jersey City, I can say I'm dismayed to learn of plans that resemble much of the development underway there, albeit with fewer stories. Truly, the plans do not comport with the character of the surrounding area — I have never seen any rooftop activity anywhere here, for example. I'm a newcomer and don't own property as yet, but can say that I came because I valued what so many here do: open space, cleanliness and serenity.
Have been a resident/owner for over 25 years. This project has no redeeming life quality attributes. Not in architecture, not in living amenities, i. e. Roof top bbq’s etc will attract noise and smells from cooking. Removal of trees and building to lot line eliminates joy of green space.
Bad idea to add this density at this busy intersection with Bennet St entering plus field point road - not to mention two huge bldgs. adjacent drawing town sewer, water, elec. svcs. Please consider our town!!!!
In addition, the plan for a social roof and the large % of 4 and 3 bedroom rental apartments indicates a dormitory style use
This developer lacks vision and a clear understanding of how his plans for this downtown/residential block would negatively impact our way of life.
Every place you look around downtown Greenwich a new building is being wedged into some small spot. If a variance was required, this will likely result in another shoehorn structure that I am not in favor of.
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Petition to Stop West Elm Street / 240 Greenwich Avenue Apartment Development
Final supporters
This petition pertains to the proposed 240 Greenwich Avenue / West Elm Street residential complex. This application to the Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission encompasses the Bank of America Annex on West Elm street and will construct a new four-story housing facility in the existing parking lot immediately adjacent to 40 West Elm, and across from 25 West Elm Street.
In a quiet neighborhood known for its classic traditional architecture, the proposed expansive contemporary-designed 20-unit multi-family rental complex will offer a rooftop recreational area, including multiple built-in grills and a bar with multiple televisions. A partial underground parking lot is also planned along with the destruction of almost every existing tree on the property.
In our view, the project presents numerous problems affecting the entire community:
- Permanent and severe street congestion both during and after construction completion
- The expansive plot line architectural plans establish a building ‘too large’ for the space thus requiring town variance from the Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission
- Removal of all existing trees and greenspace
- Drainage issues
- Nitrogen oxide, carbon monoxide, noise and light pollution
- Large development of this magnitude on the property and in close confines to neighboring building presents undue fire risk
- The proposed building architectural design clashes with the architectural style of the immediate area as well as town landmarks
Please note, you can also send a letter to Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission:
Planning & Zoning
ATTN: Ms. Margarita T. Alban – Chairperson
Greenwich Town Hall
101 Field Point Road
Greenwich, CT 06830
Please include:
1. A request in the letter that the correspondence be read/entered into the record so it becomes a part of the meeting minutes.
2. CC: Kathie Deluca, Director Planning/Zoning
You can easily submit a letter online as well and steps are as follow:
https://www.greenwichct.gov/428/Planning-Zoning
Contact Us > Email > Enter letter in the message box
Or via email to [email protected]
Or via fax 203-622-3795
Updates
November 25, 2019
The feedback from neighbors remains incredibly focused on the irreversible damage to our greenspace. I am in the process of finalizing our formal opposition statement for the Commission meeting.
November 25, 2019
The momentum is undeniable now. Our neighborhood is speaking loud and clear against this project.
20 Comments
I read an article in the Greenwich Time recently about the new project on West Elm Street. I have a small skincare business on Benedict which requires peacefulness for my clients. I am concern about the traffic, noise and size of building. Please reconsider. Thank you.
The proposed building appears to be very different from the surrounding area on West Elm. The development site is relatively small for the proposal. The additional traffic and noise will surely be a nuisance.
Having moved from Jersey City, I can say I'm dismayed to learn of plans that resemble much of the development underway there, albeit with fewer stories. Truly, the plans do not comport with the character of the surrounding area — I have never seen any rooftop activity anywhere here, for example. I'm a newcomer and don't own property as yet, but can say that I came because I valued what so many here do: open space, cleanliness and serenity.
Have been a resident/owner for over 25 years. This project has no redeeming life quality attributes. Not in architecture, not in living amenities, i. e. Roof top bbq’s etc will attract noise and smells from cooking. Removal of trees and building to lot line eliminates joy of green space.
Bad idea to add this density at this busy intersection with Bennet St entering plus field point road - not to mention two huge bldgs. adjacent drawing town sewer, water, elec. svcs. Please consider our town!!!!
In addition, the plan for a social roof and the large % of 4 and 3 bedroom rental apartments indicates a dormitory style use
This developer lacks vision and a clear understanding of how his plans for this downtown/residential block would negatively impact our way of life.
Every place you look around downtown Greenwich a new building is being wedged into some small spot. If a variance was required, this will likely result in another shoehorn structure that I am not in favor of.
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I read an article in the Greenwich Time recently about the new project on West Elm Street. I have a small skincare business on Benedict which requires peacefulness for my clients. I am concern about the traffic, noise and size of building. Please reconsider. Thank you.