Proposed Zoning Code Updates and Housing Density

Expressed outrage over alleged local government negligence regarding civil rights and state-level issues concerning individuals with disabilities.

Argued against rushing zoning changes without updated build-out analyses or housing needs assessments, urging the board to protect neighborhood character.

Expressed concern that zoning changes would turn his farmland into residential use and ban his business, while also criticizing local pollution.

Supported moving forward with zoning changes, citing a lack of housing options for sellers, young families, and seniors.

Questioned the zoning process and potential density increases, expressing concern over traffic, classroom sizes, property values, and tree removal.

Urged the town to retain local wetland protection regulations under Chapter 72 following a court ruling nullifying state DEC wetland rules.

Objected to changing community lifestyles and bringing in varied income levels, stating residents chose Delmar for its quiet way of life.

Speaking for the Chamber of Commerce and as a former town supervisor, urged the board to set the June 10 public hearing and avoid analysis paralysis.

Advocated for cautious growth and balanced development near shopping areas while praising past community outreach.

Expressed sadness at the prospect of turning their quiet neighborhood road into a busy thoroughfare.

Shared that she and her family moved to Jefferson Road for its quiet, family-friendly, and safe environment.

Called for slowing down the zoning process and expressed strong support for preserving single-family housing as the community's bedrock.

Voiced strong support for increased multifamily housing to provide flexibility, affordability, and housing diversity across life stages.

Questioned restrictions on single-family homes, the lack of affordable housing enforcement, and invited town planners to observe traffic.

Supported new zoning to address the housing affordability crisis and provide options for downsizers and young families.

Spoke in support of the planning board's plan, emphasizing housing diversity for young professionals and seniors.

Opposed the zoning update, expressing concern that overdevelopment will fundamentally change community character.

Warned about regional industrial growth pressures and the need for caution regarding large-scale population shifts.

Expressed opposition from Colonial Acres residents regarding increased traffic and altered community character.

Expressed support for forward-thinking zoning changes to provide diverse housing options for all life stages.

Argued that Glenmont bears the brunt of development and that new apartments are unaffordable.

Supported the plan, highlighting the difficulty of finding multi-generational housing or starter homes in Delmar.

Clarified that residents are not anti-development, but oppose high density that destroys neighborhood safety and walkability in Glenmont.

Noted 25 years as a resident, observing massive increases in traffic and congestion while questioning whether new apartments are truly affordable.

Suggested carving out the problematic Fuhrerbush Corridor while supporting multifamily and senior housing elsewhere.

Speaking as a resident and comp plan committee member, urged the board to make decisions based on professional facts and smart growth principles.

Supported the rezoning proposal to increase multifamily housing opportunities and support sustainability and affordability.

Questioned why the town spends millions preserving farmland while simultaneously rezoning other farmland for higher density.

Supported the comprehensive plan unamended, highlighting her experience as Albany County Legislature Chair and the regional need for workforce and senior housing.

Challenged the board's outreach effectiveness and warned of rising marginal costs in loss of community amenities and traffic.

Expressed fear that high-density multi-family units would change the character of Glenmont and bring urban-style traffic.

Supported zoning amendments for multifamily housing, citing affordability, sustainability, and correcting historical exclusionary zoning practices.

Spoke as a resident and former planning board member, praising staff and board efforts while acknowledging neighborhood traffic and safety concerns.

Strongly encouraged adopting proposed zoning changes to foster housing diversity and address affordability.

Noted the divide between residents not directly impacted versus those in Glenmont who bear the brunt of proposed changes.

Questioned why agricultural parcels are not zoned agricultural to protect open space and signal intent.