An overhead view of the proposed new library. Specs by Turner
New Canaan Library through many early design iterations sought to include the original 1913 building, the organization’s executive director said last week.
Yet in acquiring an adjacent South Avenue property in 2017, opening up new possibilities for the best possible design, as well as a fundraising feasibility study “and a careful assessment of the functional needs for the building and grounds, the design could no longer incorporate the original facade into the building within these parameters,” Lisa Oldham told members of the Planning & Zoning Commission during their regular meeting.
“The library then began to explore how it might retain the original structure, freestanding on-site,” Oldham said during the March 30 meeting, held via videoconference. “Several options for relocating it on the green were explored. In weighing these options, the library considered the following: First, the cost to rebuild the s
Some East Hampton residents concerned about gas station zone change proposal
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The gas station and convenience store at 1 Colchester Ave. in East Hampton.Google Maps
EAST HAMPTON The battle lines are being drawn as a group of residents seek to fend off a zone change that could lead to construction of what one resident called a “mega” gas station.
At issue is a proposal to change the zoning on a parcel of land at the intersection of Main Street and Route 16 to allow expansion of an existing gas station/convenience store.
Some residents questioned whether there is need for what neighbor Kate Avery described as the “mega” station in a residential neighborhood.
Vacant Todd Road site to be home to retail development
Brian Gioiele
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Vacant land on the corner of Todd and Platt roads noticeably filled with garbage and two tents will soon house a new retail development.Brian GioieleShow MoreShow Less
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Vacant land on the corner of Todd and Platt roads noticeably filled with garbage and two tents will soon house a new retail development.Brian GioieleShow MoreShow Less
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The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request for a Planned Development District at 6 Todd Road. Pictured is a rendering of the proposed development for the site.Contributed /Show MoreShow Less
Having this was a blessing : Fairfield, Westport restaurants welcome extended outdoor dining
Jarret Liotta
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Dominick Spadaro, manager of Pronto in Fairfield, wishes he had more outdoor seating, as most customers no longer favor intimate indoor dining.Jarret Liotta / Jarret LiottaShow MoreShow Less
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Julian Teichroeb, assistant manager of Romanacci Pizza Bar in Westport, said the outdoor seating created on the street has played a major role in helping keep the restaurant going.Jarret Liotta / Jarret LiottaShow MoreShow Less
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The Sinclair Bar & Kitchen of Fairfield made a considerable investment in redoing its street-facing facade and expanding its outdoor dining section.Jarret Liotta / Jarret LiottaShow MoreShow Less
Cafe in central Greenwich wants to become a full restaurant - and serve alcohol
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Parking issues pose a challenge for a cafe and retail store on Arch Street./ Robert Marchant / Hearst Media
GREENWICH A proposal to convert a cafe on Arch Street into a restaurant that serves alcoholic beverages is running into questions over how much parking is available there.
The Perfect Provenance at 47 Arch St. sells clothing and accessories and also operates Cafe 47, which does not provide beer, wine or mixed drinks. A proposal before the Planning and Zoning Commission would create a restaurant on the first floor of the building with 22 seats, up from 12 seats. The addition of more seats would allow the operation to become a restaurant under state law, allowing for a liquor license, a profitable revenue stream for food-service operations.