A request to rezone property in Plainview for a development that will include 28 units of "Next Generation" housing for first-time homebuyers, as well as 106 units for seniors 55 and older, has been approved by the Oyster Bay Town Board, it was announced by Town Councilman Angelo A. Delligatti.

"This is the first application to include 'Next Generation,' housing, which is price controlled, starter housing consisting of owner-occupied townhouses with garages," Councilman Delligatti stated. "Applicants for the 'Next Generation' townhouse units will have to meet income and other guidelines. Applications for the housing will be processed by the LIHP. Residents interested in getting on a list to be considered for 'Next Generation' housing should contact the Long Island Housing Partnership at 1-800-528-8683."

Councilman Delligatti went on to say that the applicants, Engel Burman Beidler Senior Housing at Plainview LLC and Crane Plumbing LLC, requested a change of zone from "LI" Light Industrial to "RMF-16" (Residence Multi-Family) to allow for the construction of both the "Next Generation" and senior housing units for ages 55 and older. The 9.43-acre parcel is located on the southeast corner of Fairchild Avenue and Michael Court, with a street address of 118 Fairchild Avenue.

The Councilman noted that a public hearing on the application was held on March 8.