Downtown Parking Relief for Gym Expansion at 234 New York Avenue
Huntington
Summary
Energy Fitness is looking to buy and move into the building right next door at 234 New York Avenue, requiring a parking variance for 33 stalls. Neighbors from nearby Lake Gibson and Lake Place came out in force to oppose the request, pointing out severe street parking shortages, safety hazards for children at bus stops, and overall neighborhood congestion caused by multiple commercial spots.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Feb 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Economic activity for a local business owner expanding their footprint in the village.
The gym owners and patrons who gain a larger, owned space.
Local residents experiencing overflow parking on residential streets and traffic safety concerns.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Zoning Board Meeting - Feb 5, 2026
An existing gym on New York Avenue is buying and moving into the building next door, requiring a parking variance of over 30 spaces since parking demand remains unchanged.
Zoning Board Meeting - Jan 22, 2026
Energy Fitness is looking to buy and move into the building right next door at 234 New York Avenue, requiring a parking variance for 33 stalls. Neighbors from nearby Lake Gibson and Lake Place came out in force to oppose the request, pointing out severe street parking shortages, safety hazards for children at bus stops, and overall neighborhood congestion caused by multiple commercial spots.
Planning Board Meeting - Dec 17, 2025
An existing local gym wants to expand into a former carpet store at 234 New York Avenue. Because the building covers the entire lot with no onsite parking, the board reviewed a parking variance request and agreed to support it while noting that rooftop activity plans will need future scrutiny.
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