The Victor Planning Board met this week to review 12 applications, including site plans and special use permits. Of those, two were approved, one was withdrawn, and action on the remaining nine was postponed to future meetings.
The board approved a perimeter fence at a private residence and a short-term rental request, while several commercial projects—including a new Chick-fil-A restaurant and an Element hotel at Eastview Mall—were delayed.
Wilkinson fence and Lomenzo short-term rental applications approved
The board approved Marcus Wilkinson’s request to install a 4-foot-high perimeter fence around his property at 439 Fisher Road. The property is zoned LDD, and the board determined the proposal met applicable requirements.
The board also approved a special use application from Daniel Lomenzo to operate a short-term rental at his residence at 1227 Red Fox Run. During the public hearing, a neighbor raised concerns about traffic and enforcement, but Planning Board Chair Rich Buck clarified that the town would respond to any disturbances and could rescind the permit if issues arise.
“Any complaints would go to code enforcement and would be handled accordingly,” Buck said.
Lomenzo stated he plans to rent the home no more than 12 to 15 times per year and was motivated by offsetting mortgage costs while spending part of the year in Florida.
Sheldon site plan application withdrawn
An application from Jonathan Sheldon to build a new home, storage barn, and in-ground pool at 1480 Strong Road was formally withdrawn prior to the meeting. The proposal had included a request to modify an existing conservation easement.
Chick-fil-A and Norbut Solar Farm applications tabled
The Planning Board tabled action on the following applications, which will be reconsidered at a future meeting:
- Norbut Solar Farm: A 4.428 MWAC solar energy facility proposed for Main Street Fishers on a 34.93-acre parcel. Board members noted the plan still needed decommissioning plan revisions and further review.
- Chick-fil-A Restaurant: A 5,331-square-foot quick-serve restaurant with a double-lane drive-thru and patio proposed for the southeast corner of the Eastview Mall parcel.
- Galas in-ground pool: A proposal for a 15’ x 35’ gunite pool at 7885 Hidden Oaks.
- High Point Business Park PDD Amendment: A proposal by Commercial Street Partners to revise an existing Planned Development District to reduce total residential units from 294 to 255 and change the layout to include 71 townhouses and a single 4-story apartment building with 100 units.
Several board members requested additional materials and clarification on these projects before proceeding.
Walmart, Bow Wow Dog Salon, and other projects postponed
The following applications were removed from the agenda and will be addressed at future meetings:
- Victor Planning Board reviews solar farm, subdivision plan, and Eastview projects
- Planning board reviews dog kennel proposal, hears solar farm concerns in Victor
- Victor Planning Board approves fireworks tents, fencing, and pole barn; solar project advances too (video)
- Victor Planning Board three projects, Chick-fil-A item moved to next agenda
- Walmart Addition: A 1,974-square-foot expansion to increase online pickup slots from 8 to 24 at 441 Commerce Drive.
- Stewart Tree Service: A proposal to repurpose a former restaurant at 7548 County Road 42 into a commercial tree service operation.
- Bow Wow Dog Salon: A dog grooming and kennel facility at 7235 State Route 96, including 43 kennels and fenced outdoor space.
- Element by Westin at Eastview Mall: A proposed 123-room hotel on a 1.96-acre portion of the mall’s parking area.
- Timberview Estate Subdivision: A proposed 24-lot residential subdivision on 74.5 acres off Cline Road by Polidori & Ferri Custom Homes. This project remains in the preliminary stages and had previously completed the sketch plan phase in 2024.
Public hearing protocol and board updates
The board reminded attendees that all public hearing speakers are limited to three minutes, with a five-minute maximum per speaker.
Drew Cusimano provided a brief Town Board update, while Keith Maynard II gave a Planning Board update.
Correspondence from a resident regarding the Lomenzo short-term rental application was acknowledged during the meeting.
The next Planning Board meeting date was not announced during the session. Project descriptions remain subject to change based on ongoing review.
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