Buddhist temple on environmentally sensitive Sycamore Lane site
White Plains
Summary
The proposed Buddhist Temple at 1 Sycamore Lane needs variances to build within the 100-foot wetlands buffer and to make up a 10-space parking shortfall. The case was pushed to October 7, so neighbors near the wetlands site will weigh in next month.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Landscaping companies will have to shell out cash to upgrade their gear to electric models, which might mean slightly higher lawn care bills for residents.
The Dro Gah Sang Foundation and its congregation if the variances are granted.
Nearby residents concerned about wetlands impacts and parking could be affected if the variances are granted.
Mentions & discussions (8)
Agenda - Nov 4, 2026
A proposal to convert a single-family property into a Buddhist temple with multiple accessory buildings, most of it inside the 100-foot wetlands buffer. Neighbors and environmental impacts are likely flashpoints when the hearing resumes December 2.
Agenda - Oct 7, 2026
A proposal to turn a single-family property into a Buddhist Temple complex with a temple, artifacts building, pavilion, and bridge — much of it inside the 100-foot wetlands buffer. The Board needs more time and will take it up November 4.
Agenda - Sep 2, 2026
The proposed Buddhist Temple at 1 Sycamore Lane needs variances to build within the 100-foot wetlands buffer and to make up a 10-space parking shortfall. The case was pushed to October 7, so neighbors near the wetlands site will weigh in next month.
Agenda - Jun 3, 2026
A proposal to turn a single-family property into a Buddhist temple complex sits partly inside the 100-foot wetlands buffer and falls 10 parking spaces short. The board put off a decision to July 15, so neighbors will have to wait for the outcome.
Agenda - May 6, 2026
A proposal to turn a single-family property on Sycamore Lane into a Buddhist temple complex would put buildings and parking inside the 100-foot wetlands buffer. The board needs more time before deciding, so neighbors will have to wait until June 3.
Agenda - Feb 4, 2026
A proposal to convert a single-family property into a Buddhist Temple complex would put buildings and parking inside the 100-foot wetlands buffer. The board held off deciding until March 4.
Agenda - Jan 7, 2026
A proposal to convert a single-family property into a Buddhist Temple complex with multiple structures, much of it inside the 100-foot wetlands buffer. It needs several variances and was pushed to February 4.
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