Right-of-way fencing and driveway lighting dispute
Town of Riverhead
Summary
Neighbors wanted a fence and no lighting along the private driveway right-of-way; the applicant's attorney argued a fence would cut off the fee owner's access. The board dropped the fence requirement but added no-impediment language, and the lighting question was left to the applicant within dark-sky rules.
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Last discussed Mar 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Skipping the fence saves the developer money; any lighting costs would fall on the five lot owners.
The property owner keeps full access to land under the right-of-way; neighbors keep enforcement rights through civil action.
Neighbors who wanted a physical fence marker and a lighting prohibition did not get them.
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