Xaverian’s Expansion and the Addition of a Large Cross Upset MacKay Place Neighbors in Bay Ridge
Xaverian High School at 7100 Shore Road would like to expand their Genesis building, so their middle school teachers have room to be creative with the students.
The school administrators at Xaverian went to Community Board 10 to ask for a variance because some items are “not of right” (meaning: they have the right to build and expand on their property already). On September 4th, they spoke about their project at the CB 10 committee meeting.
Not in the variance is an addition of a large cross on top of the new building. From the image Xaverian provided, the cross didn’t look huge (see play on the video below). Bay Ridge residents stated the measurements of the cross and the graphic may not be in proportion.
The original Xaverian building will be taller than the new extension that is added. Xaverian’s expansion will reduce their parking for their teachers and staff. That means there will be more cars parking on the street.
The home owners on MacKay Place were present at the meeting and they expressed many concerns.
The residents have *never* appeared at a Community Board 10 Meeting and complained about Xaverian. Tonight the residents discussed their concerns about increased traffic, congestion, less parking spots, safety and how this project will affect the neighborhood quality of life.
Xaverian should realize that they have good neighbors and they should reconsider these home owners needs in their project that is set to begin the Spring 2025. Community Board 10 asked for Xaverian to present and address all of the community’s concerns.
Hang in their neighbors – we believe the good people at Xaverian will be a good neighbors and make some changes.
Hugs,
marlene
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