LETTER OF INTENT
February 13, 2025
Zoning Board of Appeals
Town of Webster
1000 Ridge Road
Webster, NY 14580
Letter of Intent for #257R Lake Road, Webster NY 14580
Dear ZBA Board,
We are planning to improve the property at #257R Lake Road. The existing property
has 2 dwelling units in existence for 75 years or more. After much evaluation, we
have decided to demolish the rear waterfront house and rebuild a new house in its
place.
There have been iterations of renovation plans to the structure to make it beneficial
for long-term investment property. However, the cost impact of these previous
versions approached/exceeded the cost of rebuilding. We want to provide a design
that reflects the continuity, rhythm as a gateway to the bay and a buffer to the park.
We feel it is important to maintain the historic sense of a “small cottage” community
that always existed in the waterfront area.
The rebuild option for this property resulted in the opportunity for a more
aesthetically pleasing property on the waterfront, as demonstrated by the rendering.
Modifying setback locations centered on the lot improves the existing condition.
It is our understanding that although the existing conditions allow us to have 2
dwelling units, demolition and rebuilding will require board approval for its continued
use with 2 dwellings. Additionally, we will require setback variances due to current
zoning requirements.
We have been a long-time proponent of investing in the area as we have purchased
the two adjacent lots (east & west) of this property and also constructed a new
house down the road at 211 Lake Road about 12 years ago.
We look forward to the opportunity to discuss our plans with the board in the
upcoming meeting.
Best Regards,
Marc, Andrea & Matt Fiore