Planning & Zoning Commission, July 21, 2026

The Greenwich Planning & Zoning Commission held a meeting on July 21, 2026, addressing several key development and preservation issues. A significant portion of the meeting focused on a pre-application review for Greenwich Avenue Properties LLC's proposal to demolish and reconstruct historic buildings at 2 and 10 Greenwich Avenue. The commission emphasized the need for detailed civil engineering reports to justify demolition over restoration, especially given the buildings' historic status and state preservation laws. Public comments strongly favored preservation, with local officials and historical society representatives urging careful consideration and state review. Additionally, the commission approved a final coastal site plan for St. Katherine of Sienna and St. Agnes Parish to host a weekly farmers market with tents occupying 29 parking spaces, including conditions on parking management and noise. Other approvals included site plans and special permits for residential and commercial projects such as a new single-family residence with a car barn at 555 Riversville Road and improvements at the Greenwich Country Club, with attention to landscaping, noise control, and environmental compliance. The commission also approved a zoning map amendment establishing two conservation and traffic mitigation districts to preserve local control over parking requirements for smaller residential developments. Motions related to these approvals were passed unanimously, and the commission encouraged ongoing dialogue with applicants to address concerns and ensure compliance with town and state regulations.