New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Notice of Complete Application
Date: 05/14/2026
Applicant: Valerie Brown
Facility: Brown Property, 281 & 301 KIRBY LN, Rye, NY 10580
Application ID: 3-5514-00187/00001
Permits(s) Applied for: 1 - Article 15 Title 5 Excavation & Fill in Navigable Waters; 1 - Article 25 Tidal Wetlands
Project is located: in RYE in WESTCHESTER COUNTY
Project Description: The applicant proposes disturbance to approximately 1.8 acres of the adjacent area of NYS-regulated Tidal Wetlands for a wetland creation and enhancement project and installation of a driveway associated with the replacement of a house. Variance is requested from Tidal Wetlands Regulations Development Restriction Part 661.6(a)(7), 75-foot setback of driveways. The proposed project is located at 281 & 301 Kirby Lane, City of Rye, Westchester County.
Availability of Application Documents: Filed application documents, and Department draft permits where applicable, are available for inspection during normal business hours at the address of the contact person. To ensure timely service at the time of inspection, it is recommended that an appointment be made with the contact person.
State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination: Project is an Unlisted Action and will not have a significant impact on the environment. A Negative Declaration is on file. A coordinated review was not performed.
SEQR Lead Agency: None Designated
State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination: A cultural resources survey has been completed and cultural resources were identified. Based on information provided in the survey report, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) has determined that the proposed activity will have no adverse impact on registered or eligible archaeological sites or historic structures. No further review in accordance with SHPA is required.
Coastal Management: This project is located in a Coastal Management area and is subject to the Waterfront Revitalization and Coastal Resources Act.
Availability For Public Comment: Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than 06/04/2026 or 15 days after the publication date of this notice, whichever is later.
Contact Person: VICTORIA A LAWRENCE, NYSDEC, 21 S Putt Corners Rd, New Paltz, NY 12561, (845) 633-5454
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Publication Dates
LNYS0520581