Waterfront zoning changes approved by the North Hempstead board

The Town of North Hempstead Board approved zoning amendments for Port Washington’s Waterfront Business District after residents and local business owners packed Tuesday’s meeting to express their support and disapproval.

The Town Board scheduled the hearing on Jan. 8 after potential property buyers in the Waterfront Business District, which covers properties along Main Street from the Manhasset Bay Yacht Club to the Police Athletic League, met with Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena to discuss amendments. Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte said the Town Planning Department and Attorney’s Office sent her the proposed amendments on Jan. 29.