Residential Drainage and Setback Concerns
Town of Irondequoit
Summary
Homeowners requested lot coverage variances to build rear decks, navigating limitations caused by clay soils and poor drainage.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Home improvement investment by property owners.
Property owners gaining outdoor living space.
Developers and homeowners facing project delays and additional engineering requirements.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Zoning Board of Appeals - Jul 6, 2026
Homeowners requested lot coverage variances to build rear decks, navigating limitations caused by clay soils and poor drainage.
Zoning Board of Appeals - Jun 1, 2026
Neighbors raised concerns during public hearings regarding poor drainage and tight setbacks on waterfront and corner residential lots, highlighting ongoing tension between new construction footprints and existing neighborhood conditions.
Stormwater
The Town of Irondequoit maintains a stormwater management plan (SWMP) and is committed to educating and working together with residents and local businesses to have clean stormwater.
Related development
397 Rock Beach Road New Single-Family Home
Project is paused until July while the applicant addresses neighbor concerns over drainage and setbacks.
McEntee Setback Variances
Allows residential development while addressing neighbor drainage concerns.
Snyder Rear Deck Lot Coverage Variance
Allows deck construction as an alternative to a patio due to poor drainage.
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