The town will also review infrastructure limitations and recommendations identified in the Routes 303 & 304 Safety and Sustainability Study, the town-wide traffic signalization and safety study, other various studies of the Comprehensive Plan, and recent changes to the State Environmental Quality Review Act. A public hearing on the proposed law is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall.

The moratorium would allow the Town to amend land use regulations for responsible and controlled growth that will not unduly impact community services and infrastructure, preserve open space, and plan for a proper mix of residential and commercial development.

Small scale subdivisions, individual residential projects, and commercial/industrial projects under 5,000 square feet, which are unlikely to result in significant traffic impacts, as well as projects within the Nanuet Hamlet Center, which has already been studied for future transportation improvements and is the site of the town’s only commuter rail station, would be exempt from the moratorium.

Supervisor George Hoehmann, on behalf of the entire Town Board stated, “In order to provide a cushion needed to thoughtfully review and enact potential zoning changes and ensure that future development is consistent with the town’s long-term planning goals, the Town Board is seeking to establish a temporary building moratorium. It’s an opportunity to refine our vision for responsible growth while preserving open space, protecting our environment, and ensuring that our infrastructure and community services can support the development that takes place in Clarkstown.”