Proposed Subdivision in Lake Huntington

At the Cochecton Planning Board meeting on March 29, the proposal for 9 homes in Lake Huntington was greeted by troubled questioning from the neighbors. They worry about storm runoff, lawn chemical runoff into the wetlands and water table, reduction of water table, density, etc. The builder and his agents promised to adjust their plans to address concerns, pay for a hydrology study by the town, engineering changes, whatever. As for density, it seemed that was put off for later discussion with the planning board.

The 9 lots on 8 acres would be allowed only if the Town Board permits connection to the sewer district, which is likely. Otherwise there is the normal 2 acre minimum.

It was suggested the town should ask for givebacks in exchange for the privilege, such as public space for a playground. Public comment was adjourned to await resubmission after water checks and engineering changes are made. The builder would not allow the public to have a copy of the plans, saying it was a work in progress.

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