The ZBA serves the Town to review and adjudicate land-use projects that require exceptions to the standards of the Zoning Enforcement laws. In Hillsdale Zoning Law, there are very few activities that do not require a special permit. Though property owners are afforded the greatest possible freedom in how they use their land, the town also provides the greatest possible protection against incompatible uses to neighbors and to the town.
All initial submissions for zoning must first be submitted to the Code/Zoning Enforcement Officer
If you have questions or special requests, contact Ramona Bellamy, ZBA Secretary, at [email protected] – or leave a voice message at (518) 325-5073 ext. 33.
The Zoning Board meets the first Tuesday of the month in the Town Hall at 6:30 pm.
Members
Craig Norton, Chairman (2029)
Barbara Barrantes (2026)
Steve Smith (2028)
Jeff Sills, Alternate
Bill Sullivan (2027)
Robert Bradway (2030)
Zoning Board members have 5-year terms expiring on 12/31 of the year listed.
Alternates may be used in case of a conflict of interest or to form a quorum.
ZBA Secretary
Ramona Bellamy
Phone: (518) 325 5073, ext 33
Email: [email protected]
Visit our Comprehensive Plan for Hillsdale zoning information.
Zoning Board Forms
The permit fee is $100
The permit fee is $100
The permit fee is $300
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]
Public Notice to Zoning Board Applicants: Beware of Scams
The Town wishes to alert all Zoning 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.
Do not send money or provide financial information in response to unexpected requests. If you receive a suspicious communication, verify its legitimacy directly with the Town using the official contact information listed on the Town’s website.
The Town encourages all applicants to protect their personal and financial information and to report any suspected fraudulent activity to the appropriate authorities.