The charter of the Planning Board is to review and guide proposed development projects so that they comply with the regulations outlined in the Hillsdale Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance, 5/1/1995 (revised 6/20/2000 and further revised 6/18/2007). The principal goals of the Comprehensive Plan are to maintain the rural character of Hillsdale and protect our environment.
All initial planning board applications must first be submitted to the Code and Zoning Enforcement Officer
The Planning Board meets on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 PM in the Hillsdale Town Hall. Contact Jim Zarroli, Planning Board Secretary, at [email protected] to schedule an appointment or be added to the agenda. The agenda is typically set the week before the meeting, and minutes are available via the website two weeks following the meeting.
Members
Barbara Olsen Pascal, Chair (2026)
John Avenia (2028)
Tucker McNamee (2032)
Michael Toth(2029)
Dan Latinsky (2030)
Brandon Lentine (2027)
Kyle McGraw (2031)
Alternate 1
Alternate 2
Planning Board members serve for 7-year terms expiring on 12/31 of the year listed.
Planning Board alternates are appointed for a two-year term. Alternates may be used for a conflict of interest or to form a quorum.
Planning Board Secretary
Jim Zarroli
Office: 518 325 5073 ext.24
Email: [email protected]
The Zoning Officer is responsible for the Day-to-day administration of this chapter, including the initial processing of all applications for building permits, special permits, site plan reviews, or other approvals required by this chapter, identification, determination, and specification of nonconformities of proposed development or land use, the type and scope of review required for each such application, and referral to the appropriate review board.
Zoning Officer:
Lee A. Heim
Office: (518) 325‐5073 ext. 7
Cell: (518) 755-4657
Email: [email protected]
Planning Board Forms
Hillsdale Agricultural Data Statement
New York State Environmental Assessment Form - Long Version
New York State Environmental Assessment Form - Short Version
HILLSDALE GUIDE FOR APPLICANTS
Application - Minor subdivision
Application - Site Plan Review
Application - Lot Line Adjustment
Application - Major subdivision
Guidelines for Filing a Subdivision Map in Columbia County
Public Notice to Planning Board Applicants: Beware of Scams
The Town wishes to alert all Planning Board applicants that publicly available application information has reportedly been used by individuals to improperly solicit money. Please remain vigilant and exercise caution if you receive unsolicited calls, emails, letters, or other communications requesting payment or funds related to your application.