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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in White Plains public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Buddhist temple on environmentally sensitive Sycamore Lane site
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.
Unauthorized tree clearing and site work at 101 Hillair Circle
A homeowner on an environmentally sensitive site cut down 30-plus mature trees, disturbed rock outcroppings, and added unapproved paving without board approval. The board is demanding a full accounting and a replanting plan before any hearing.