Date: Thursday,October 9, 2025
Time: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Venue: Zoom get together
Free to All - registration required to receive Zoom link

Join us for a workshop designed to guide emerging professionals through the architectural licensure process!

Start Your Path to Licensure: NCARB Workshop for Emerging ProfessionalsThe AIA Brooklyn Chapter Emerging Professionals is hosting a virtual workshop designed to guide emerging professionals through the architectural licensure process. Learn how to navigate NCARB’s key steps: from setting up your record to completing AXP and preparing for the ARE.

Featuring insights from guest speaker Devora Schwartz, this session offers practical tools, shared experiences, and dedicated time for Q&A. Open to all EPs, students, and associates looking to take the next step in their professional journey.

Sponsored by:

Rockman/Weathershield

Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Venue: Wittenberg Residence Tour – Bedford Corners, 82 Old Wagon Rd., Bedford Corners, NY, 10549
Fee: $30 AIA | Associate AIA, $40 Non member
AIA CEU: 2 AIA PDH HSW

Parking will be available along Old Wagon Road with a short walk uphill to the house.  Special arrangements can be made for those who require assistance with the walk.  

Building Description:  House was originally constructed in 1965 – 5,100 s.f., 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, in Mid-century Modern style with Frank Lloyd Wright influences.  Originally designed by Matthew Warshauer, Past President of the Mid-Hudson AIA, Director of the State Association of Architects, and recipient of AIA Lifetime Achievement Award.  House was purchased by Coco Kanakis & Eric Wittenberg in 2010.  In 2015, they undertook a complete interior alteration, addition, exterior refurbishing and initial surrounding land sculpting, with the theme of creating a “Glowing Lantern in the Forest”. 

Professional Team:

-        Interior Designer: Coco Kanakis

-        Architect of Record: William Spade, Sasaki+Spade Architects

-        General Contractor: Aphrodite Construction

EVENT DESCRIPTION:

Presentation & tour conducted by Coco Kanakis of Coco Kanakis Interior Design & William Spade, AIA of Sasaki+Spade Architects.  Will highlight the following:

-        adaptive reuse of the home done in a Wright-influenced style - materials, spatial organization, retained original stonework

-        enhancing access path from street - experiencing the house from different views upon approach; corrected the access level on the back, and removed courtyard to replace with Mud Room and new Deck courtyard

-        reconfigured the living spaces to take advantage of solar path, views & creation of privacy in family room area: relocated Primary Bedroom to east end to take advantage of sunrise, and new Family Room & Kitchen to west end of building for sunsets and connection with new pool area patios

-        enhancing the axial organization of the living spaces & changes in volumes & views

-        alteration of exterior landscaping to tie in with the mid-century modern architecture style

-        addition of glass areas & exterior doors to enhance the views and indoor/ outdoor connection throughout

-        incorporation of energy efficient construction, including thicker framed walls & roof with mineral wool insulation, and air barriers.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

After attending this tour, participants will be able to:

1.     Identify the value of adaptive reuse for sustainable design, including reusing & enhancing unique existing materials.

2.     Describe the importance of building siting and enhancing the experience of the building by the access path.

3.     Explain the value of spatial organization: enhancing exterior views from specific spaces; separation of public & private spaces, and interplay of volumes & treatments, along an axial path.

4.     Summarize the strategies for upgrading the thermal comfort and the energy efficiency of the house through window replacement, added insulation with air barriers, radiant floor heat and electric window shades on western facing exposures.

Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Venue: Four Brothers Restaurant, 654 US-6, Mahopac, NY 10541
Cost: $25 AIA | $15 Associate AIA | $35 Non member
CEU: 2 AIA PDH HSW

You're Invited: 2025 Annual Meeting
Please join us for this year’s Annual Meeting! The evening will include Board of Directors voting and an engaging lecture program, offering both insight and inspiration.

archtobernewburgh INTRODUCING: Architect's Bookshelf - SEE BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO DONATE A BOOK

EVENT DESCRIPTION: Two Timber Tales
Mass timber construction offers a myriad of benefits, including lower embodied carbon, constructional efficiencies, and lighter assemblies as compared to traditional steel and concrete construction. In addition, mass timber provides visual character and warmth to building interiors, promoting occupant welfare and potentially reducing the number of interior finishes required. How can architects advocate for its use and successfully integrate mass timber into projects? In a presentation led by Principal Kim Yao, FAIA, learn how Architecture Research Office utilized mass timber in two completed projects – Milgard Hall at the University of Washington’s Tacoma campus, and The Frederic Church Center for Art and Landscape at the Olana State Historic Site in Hudson, New York. Each attendee will gain an understanding of varied ways that mass timber can be integrated into their work.
Learning Objectives:
• Incorporate mass timber into varied assemblies within a building.
• Advocate for the use of mass timber based on its embodied carbon benefits.
• Articulate financial advantages for mass timber compared to traditional structural systems.
• Assess different public procurement methods for mass timber projects, including design-build and design-bid-build.

archtobernewburgh INTRODUCING: Architect's Bookshelf

BOOKS CAN BE DONATED AT THE SEPT 30 MEETING FOR DONATION

As part of Archtober Newburgh, we have created the Architect's Bookshelf A fun book drive in which architects (from all over) can donate a book that has influenced their creative journey. We match them with a local NFA and Youth Build student interested in architecture, design and urbanism. A personal note on the book's significance is encouraged.

A casual mixer for all will be hosted on October 3rd, 5pm at @ads_warehouse_newburgh to further build connections with students and professionals.

Interested in participating? Sign up and find more info via the link in our bio (https://tinyurl.com/d73bhw54)

Architects, please share this with your networks!

You can donate a book from your collection or purchase a book at our local independent bookstore, @golden_hour_newburgh via their bookshop.org shop (link in bio)

This program is presented by Latinos in Architecture of AIA Westchester and Hudson Valley and Archtober Newburgh.

AIA Westchester + Hudson Valley 2026 Proposed Slate

President Elect – Christina Kissel, AIA
Treasurer – Manny Andrade, AIA
Secretary – Erica Gaswirth, AIA
Directors (3 year term)
Brooklyn Bogdan, AIA
Robert S Everett, AIA
Tomasz Mlynarski, AIA
Cornelia J. Szustka, AIA
Associate Director (3 year term)
Ana Pereira, Assoc AIA

We would like to thank those board members completing their term of service

Steve Tilly, AIA (immediate past president)
Alison Spear, AIA
Nischal Arjune, AIA
Walter Hauser, AIA
Adina Banayan, Associate AIA
Seth Wiley, AIA AIANYS Director 

We would like to thank those board members continuing their term of service

President – Richard Gonzalez, AIA
Immediate Past President –, Alexandra Kovenat AIA
Director
Nick Binder, AIA
Victoria Cuddy, AIA
Erica Gaswirth, AIA
Celia Imrey, AIA
Richard Markgraf, AIA
Dipti Shah, AIA
Chris Marta, Associate AIA (Associate Director)

We look forward to your participation in this important gathering of our professional community.

Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Venue: Zoom get together
Free to All - registration required to receive Zoom link

We’re excited to invite you to our Mentorship Town Hall Meeting, where experience meets ambition! This is your chance to engage directly with seasoned and emergying professionals who are eager to share their journey, insights, and lessons learned.

Whether you're seeking guidance on navigating your career path, curious about leadership opportunities, or simply want to expand your network, this event is designed to connect you with mentors who are passionate about helping the next generation thrive.

What to Expect:

• Inspiring stories from professionals who have walked the path you’re on.

• Interactive discussions about mentorship, leadership, and career growth.

• Opportunities to connect one-on-one with potential mentors.

• Q&A session — bring your questions, ideas, and aspirations!

Your journey doesn’t have to be a solo adventure. Come discover how mentorship can become a powerful tool in your professional toolkit.

Start Building Your Network!

We look forward to your participation in this important gathering of our professional community.

Sponsored by

Date: Saturday September 6, 2025
Time: 12:30 – 12:45pm | Arrive at meeting point
12:45 – 1:45 pm | Welcome, introductions, and guided hard hat tour
2pm | Octave
Guests are welcome to remain on the property after the performance. 
Venue: Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center at Hudson Valley Shakespeare, 2015 US-9, Garrison, NY 10524
CEU: 1 AIA HSW PDF
Cost: $85 per person tour/show

• The meeting point will be The Garrison, the event venue at the bottom of the hill. 2015 US-9, Garrison, NY 10524

• Please bring a hard hat if possible

EVENT DESCRIPTION:

Join Teo Quintana, Senior Project Leader at Studio Gang, and Kendra Ekelund, Managing Director of Hudson Valley Shakespeare and Caren Amicone and Chuck Hunter from Consigli Construction, for a hard hat tour of the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center, which is currently under construction in Garrison, NY. Overlooking the Hudson Highlands, the new theater is designed to enhance functionality and elevate the theatrical experience by bringing architecture and nature together. A curved, timber-framed roof structure extends the performance season and creates a visual dialogue with the surrounding ridgelines, while the stage’s proscenium arch is oriented to frame picturesque views that become a natural backdrop for performances. The design also provides greater versatility for actors, audiences, and back-of-house operations through improved rehearsal, performance, and amenity spaces; expanded accessibility; and technical additions that offer new opportunities for HVS productions. The theater’s mass timber structure and cladding, as well as the revitalization of the surrounding landscape, are among several sustainability features that will help it become the first purpose-built open-air theater to achieve LEED Platinum certification in the United States.  

The tour will be followed by the matinee performance of Hudson Valley Shakespeare’s Octet, a hauntingly original new musical by Dave Malloy about members of an addiction support group searching for human connection in the digital age. Featuring rich harmonies and intricate vocal arrangements, Octet finds compelling human drama in our middle-of-the-night anxieties about the impact of technology on the nature of our relationships.

Sponsored by:

Date: June 26, 2025
Time: 4:00pm - 7:30pm
Venue: Saugerties, NY 12477
Credits: 2 AIA HSW PDH

Parking is limited at the property and can accommodate only 8 cars on site. We are looking for volunteers willing to carpool and drive a few fellow enthusiasts to the private residence. If you’re interested, please check the box to sign up as a driver! After ticketing closes, we’ll send additional details, group attendees accordingly, and provide drivers with the address of the residence.

Cost:   
     Associate Members - $30
     AIA Members - $50
     Non-Members - $75

Schedule:

4:00 – 4:30 PM | Arrive at the meeting point and carpool to the house.

4:30 – 6:30 PM | Welcome, introductions, and guided tour of the home and property.

6:30 – 7:30 PM | Light refreshments and continued conversation, generously provided by Marvin.

Description: 

Join Marica McKeel, AIA, principal of Studio MM for a tour of the firm’s IRIE House project in Ulster County.  Organized along a singular axis that extends from interior to exterior, the house is composed of three distinct volumes. The main house includes an expansive main suite, a sunken living room and a screen porch for summer evenings. A covered walkway stretching along the main axis leads to the art studio, gym and guest suite, and then continues to the carport and garage. Created for a couple that works from home, but who enjoy spending time together, the house is designed with multiple outdoor spaces in which they can come together for morning coffee or an evening cocktail. This session explores how a clear client vision, strong site orientation and thoughtful architectural design can result in a unique and lasting home.

Learning Objectives:
1. Analyze how a linear floor plan with a strong central axis can encourage movement, promote connection and create privacy.
2. Evaluate strategies for maximizing indoor-outdoor relationships through the use of site orientation, glazing, courtyards, and multiple outdoor spaces that have distinct relationships with the site.
3. Understand the importance of designing to client lifestyle and identity—such as incorporating specialized spaces like art studios, home gyms, and functional laundry rooms—in creating personalized and enduring homes.
4. Examine how the use of millwork and other built-in elements can create functionality, privacy, and spatial division and hierarchy, while retaining the spirit of an open plan home. 

GOLFERS - SOLD OUT

Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Glen Arbor Golf Club
234 Bedford Center Road, Bedford Hills, NY 10507

Schedule
10:30AM - Registration
11:30AM - Brunch
1:00PM - Golf Shotgun Start
4:00PM - Golf Clinic Start
5:30PM - Scholarship Awards Dinner

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL ENDS APRIL 14TH
$395 AIA member/ Professional Affiliates - after April 14 $420
$425 Non-members - after April 14th $450

What’s included
Shamble Format, Caddy Fees Included (Gratuity Not Included)
Driving Range and Cart
Brunch, Reception, and Dinner

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES- see Golf Outing Flyer for details

$3,500 Golf Outing Sponsor
$1,750 Cocktail Hour Sponsor
$1,000 On-Course Beverage Station Sponsor
$ 750 19th Hole Sponsor
$ 600 Golf Clinic Sponsor
$ 600 Prize Hole Sponsor
$ 500 Driving Range Sponsor
$ 400 Hole Sponsor

Happy Hour

Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Time: 5:30 pm till whenever
Venue: Red Hat on the River, 1 Bridge St, Irvington, NY 10533
Price: FREE - Please register in advance so we have an estimated head count

Come out for the lights and the cheer as we celebrate the great year we've had with our peers!

https://aiawestchesterhudsonvalley.salsalabs.org/2024DecemberHappyHour?page=register

Join us for an exclusive tour of the Dassai Blue Sake Brewery in Hyde Park, NY, led by project architect David Coon,AIA from Pelli Clarke & Partners. This state-of-the-art facility, crafted for the renowned Japanese sake brand Dassai, is an exceptional blend of tradition and innovation. Attendees will gain insights into the art of sake-making, exploring everything from the Koji room to the fermentation tanks, as well as the architectural and landscape design elements that make the brewery unique.

The tour includes a detailed look at the brewery’s architectural design, which beautifully integrates traditional Japanese motifs and construction methods, alongside landscape design that merges classic Japanese aesthetics with the natural beauty of the Hudson Valley. The experience concludes with a tasting of Dassai Blue's premium Junmai Daiginjo sake, paired with a curated food selection. This event is a must-attend for those interested in architecture, design, and the rich history of sake production.

Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024

Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm

Venue: Dassai Blue Tour + Tasting | 5 Saint Andrews Road Hyde Park, NY, 12538

Cost: $75 per attendee

AIAWHV A.R.E. Study Group

Hosted by the Emerging Professionals Committee

Date: October 15, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Price: FREE for AIAWHV Associate Members - PLEASE REGISTER FOR ZOOM LOGIN INFO
Platform: Zoom

Join our Programming and Analysis Kickoff for the AIAWHV ARE Study Sessions with the EP Committee via Zoom. Email Valerie Brown at vbrown@aiawhv.org for more information or to be connected with the Emerging Professionals Committee.

AIAWHV A.R.E. Study Group

Hosted by the Emerging Professionals Committee

Date: July 9, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Price: FREE for AIAWHV Associate Members - PLEASE REGISTER FOR ZOOM LOGIN INFO
Platform: Zoom

Join our Practice Management + Project Management Kickoff for the AIAWHV ARE Study Sessions with the EP Committee via Zoom. Email Valerie Brown at vbrown@aiawhv.org for more information or to be connected with the Emerging Professionals Committee.

AIAWHV A.R.E. Study Group

Hosted by the Emerging Professionals Committee

Date: May 14, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Price: FREE for AIAWHV Associate Members - PLEASE REGISTER FOR ZOOM LOGIN INFO
Platform: Zoom

Join our Construction Evaluation Kickoff for the AIAWHV ARE Study Sessions with the EP Committee via Zoom. Email Valerie Brown at vbrown@aiawhv.org for more information or to be connected with the Emerging Professionals Committee.

2024 SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER & GOLF OUTING

Date: Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Time: 10:30 am Registration
Venue: Glen Arbor Golf Club, 234 Bedford Center Road, Bedford Hills, NY 10507
Price:
Early Bird Special - Register by April 15, 2024: AIA members/Professional Affiliates $395 and Non-members $425

After April 15, 2024: AIA members/Professional Affiliates: $420.00 and Non-members: $450.00

Beginner Golf Clinic & Dinner Only: $125 Cocktail Reception & Dinner Only: $100

AIA Westchester Hudson Valley happily announces we are having our 2024 Scholarship Fundraiser & Golf Outing. We invite you to enjoy the weather and legendary GlenArbor Golf Club. We hope to see you all there!

Schedule

10:30AM - Registration

11:30AM - Brunch

1:00PM - Golf Shotgun Start

4:00PM Beginner Golf Clinic

5:30PM - Scholarship Awards Dinner with Live Auction

Per person for golf:

Shamble format, caddy fees, driving range w/cart, brunch, lunch on course, open bar at brunch and dinner reception. *Gratuity Not Included ($20- $30 per golfer is recommended).

Sponsorship: Consider partnering with us as we fund our annual scholarships, awarded each year to tomorrow’s architects. There are numerous opportunities. With your help the future of the architectural profession can get off to a great start.

Register here or fill out the forms below in the fundraiser package and e-mail to Valerie Brown at vbrown@aiawhv.org.

Happy Hour

Date: Thursday, April 11, 2024
Time: 5:00 pm till whenever
Venue: Captain Lawrence Brewing Company, 444 Saw Mill River Road, Elmsford, NY 10523
Price: FREE - Please register in advance so we have an estimated head count

Come out to network with fellow professionals, enjoy a game of Bingo, and get a chance to win exciting raffle prizes. It's the perfect way to unwind after work and make new connections. See you there!

AIA WHV EXPO 2024

DON’T MISS OUT!
OVER 100 ATTENDEES SIGNED UP WITH 35 BOOTHS TO DATE

DATE: Thursday, March 21, 2024
TIME: Seminars: 10:20 am - 4:40 pm
EXPO floor: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
VENUE: The Sleepy Hollow Hotel, 455 S Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591
PRICE (No Refunds): Includes Seminars, entrance to EXPO floor, lunch and afternoon coffee. Free with Code Meeting Promo Code / $35 AIA members / $25 Assoc AIA members / $50 Non-members - Sign up after 3/1/24 and prices increase to $45 AIA / $35 Assoc AIA / $60 Non-members
EXHIBITORS (No Refunds): Click the link below

**Why Attend?**
The AIAWHV Expo is set to be a dynamic platform bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts from the architectural community. This is a unique opportunity for you to:

- Explore cutting-edge technologies and solutions
- Network with key players and potential collaborators
- Gain insights from thought-provoking keynote speakers
- Showcase your products/services to a diverse audience

Seminars
1. The Built Environment as an Ecosystem: An Ecologist’s Perspective
2. Local Practice, Global Impact: Design practitioners shaping urban
3. Richard Plunz in Conversation
4. Smaller Cities in a Shrinking World: Learning to Thrive Without Growth
5. Design with Trust

**Exhibitors Opportunities:**
If you represent a company or organization looking to showcase your offerings, our expo provides a prime space for visibility and engagement. Secure your booth now to:

- Connect with a targeted audience
- Demonstrate your products/services
- Build brand awareness
- Forge valuable partnerships

**How to Participate:**
To secure your spot at EXPO, simply click the link below. Early registration ensures you visibility leading up to the event.

Don't miss this chance to be part of a transformative event that promises to open doors to new possibilities and collaborations.

We look forward to your participation and presence at AIAWHV EXPO. Should you have any questions or require further information, feel free to reach out to us at vbrown@aiawhv.org.

LIST OF VENDORS

OLA Consulting Engineers
Existing Conditions
475 High Performance Building Supply
CertainTeed 
The Di Salvo Engineering Group
Evensonbest
Keim
Klar Studio
USG
PKAD (Kampp)
Michael Halebian & Co., Inc.
NAPCO
Palumbo Block Co., Inc
Marvin
Langan
Edwards Platt & Deely
Ring's End
TimberHP
McKeon Door Company
Sash and Frame
JMC Planning Engineering Landscape Architecture & Land Surveying PLLC
Rulon International
Allegion PLC
Longboard Architectural Product
Mohawk
Order Plans
Insite Engineering, Surveying & Landscape Architecture PC
Andersen Windows & Doors
Stratco Property Solutions
Quality Envionmental Solutions & Technologies
Shaw Contract
Runtal North America
Rockman Windows & Doors
Sunrise Solar Solutions, LLC.

PNW Boces

AIAWHV A.R.E. Study Group

Hosted by the Emerging Professionals Committee

Date: March 19, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Price: FREE for AIAWHV Associate Members - PLEASE REGISTER FOR ZOOM LOGIN INFO
Platform: Zoom

Join our Project Planning and Design Kickoff for the AIAWHV ARE Study Sessions with the EP Committee via Zoom. Email Valerie Brown at vbrown@aiawhv.org for more information or to be connected with the Emerging Professionals Committee.

AIA WHV 2024 CHAPTER MEETING

UPDATES FROM THE CODE DIVISION WITH ERIKA!

Sponsored by Wood Designe

AIAWHV A.R.E. Study Group

Hosted by the Emerging Professionals Committee

Date: January 23, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Price: FREE for AIAWHV Associate Members - PLEASE REGISTER FOR ZOOM LOGIN INFO
Platform: Zoom

Join our Project Planning and Design Kickoff for the AIAWHV ARE Study Sessions with the EP Committee via Zoom. Email Valerie Brown at vbrown@aiawhv.org for more information or to be connected with the Emerging Professionals Committee.

NCARB Live: ARE Updates

Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Time: 3:00 PM
Platform: Zoom webinar

NCARB works regularly with our psychometricians and hundreds of volunteer architects to ensure the Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®) aligns with exam best practices and current architectural practice. As part of our ongoing efforts to improve the ARE, we are implementing two updates that will go into effect on February 27, 2024:

All code-related items on the ARE will reference the 2021 International Code Council (ICC) family of codes and related standards, rather than the 2018 family. When necessary, NCARB will provide excerpts from the 2021 ICC family of codes as references on case studies. You can view a summary of significant code changes from IBC 2018 to IBC 2021 in the ICC I-Codes. If you are interested in a deeper explanation of the changes, watch the American Wood Council’s two-part video series: Part 1 | Part 2.

NCARB is retiring quantitative-fill-in-the-blank (QFIB) item types from the exam. NCARB strives to align with evolving testing best practices, which indicate that other item types used on the ARE assess candidates’ qualifications more effectively. Going forward, the exam will continue to include questions that require numerical responses—however, they will now be formatted as one of the exam’s other four item types rather than as quantitative-fill-in-the-blank questions. The format and scoring of the remaining item types will not change.

The exam objectives covered by each division, as well as the tools and resources available to you during the exam, will otherwise remain the same. These changes will go into effect on February 27, 2024. NCARB will release an updated version of the ARE Guidelines and updated practice exams in February to reflect both the code reference and QFIB changes.

How This Impacts You

If you are testing between now and February 26, 2024, you should continue preparing for your ARE division as planned. If you are testing on or after February 27, be sure to prepare using the 2021 family of ICC codes and standards, rather than the 2018 version.

NCARB Live Webinar – December 19

Questions about how these changes will impact you? Join our experts for a live webinar on Tuesday, December 19 at 3 p.m. (ET). We’ll explain the changes and answer any questions you have.

Update on Score Validity Policy Implementation

In April, NCARB’s Board of Directors retired the rolling clock policy. At the time, 14 jurisdictions had a rolling clock-type requirement incorporated into their jurisdictional requirements. Since then, several jurisdictions have successfully removed their rolling clock requirement. NCARB is supporting the remaining six jurisdictions as they work to remove their rolling clock requirement. Most jurisdictions anticipate aligning with NCARB’s new score validity policy in early 2024. We will continue to notify impacted candidates as their jurisdictions make updates.

2023 AIANYS Design Awards Virtual Ceremony

Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Time: 11:30 am
Platform: Zoom

Happy Hour

Date: Thursday, December 7, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm till whenever
Venue: Hudson Grille, 165 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains, NY 10601
Price: FREE - Please register in advance so we have an estimated head count

Come out for the lights and the cheer as we celebrate the great year we've had with our peers!

Land Use Leadership Alliance

Training Program

Date: September 29, October 13, November 3, 2023
Time: Wednesday - Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm each day
Credits: 4 AIA HSW per day (Sign in with AIA # for credits)
Venue: Land Use Law Center, Pace School of Law, 78
North Broadway, White Plains, NY 10603

Day One Agenda:

9:00 – 10:00    Welcome and Introductions. Tiffany Zezula, Deputy Director, Land Use Law Center and Staff Consultant, Housing Action Council. This session will provide an introduction to the program and introduce trainers and participants.

10:00 – 11:30 The Land Use System and What’s in Your Comprehensive Plan? (1.5 CLE Practice) Jessica Bacher, Executive Director, Land Use Law Center and Staff Consultant, Housing Action Council; Tiffany Zezula, Deputy Director, Land Use Law Center and Staff Consultant, Housing Action Council. This session will review the basic operation of the land use system and comprehensive planning as a basis for understanding how affordable housing can be encouraged.

11:30 – 11:45 Break

11:45 – 12:15 Site Constraints (.5 CLE credits) Tiffany Zezula, Land Use Law Center; John Fry, AIA, Principal, Nexus Creative Design; Jaclyn Tyler, AIA, Principal, Nexus Creative Design. Trainers will provide an overview of site considerations as a preface for the site drawing session. Each team will be provided a map of their site and discuss site constraints, zoning challenges, zoning opportunities, and housing considerations.

12:15 – 1:00 Lunch

1:00 – 2:15 Site Drawings - John Fry, AIA, Principal, Nexus Creative Design; Jaclyn Tyler, AIA, Principal, Nexus Creative Design; Rob Lane, Plan & Process; David Kim, David Kim Architects; Jason Mencher, AKRF; Michael Patino; Peter Feroe, AKRF. Participants will work with our team of architects to sketch site designs for their proposed sites.

2:15 – 2:45 Presentation by Municipal Teams on their Designs Participants will go to each municipal table to hear about their proposed designs

2:45 – 3:00 Preparing for Day Two

Day Two Agenda:

9:00 – 9:15 Review of the Day

9:15 – 9:45 Zoning Considerations (.5 CLE) Tiffany Zezula, Land Use Law Center; Peter Feroe, Vice President, Planning and Land Development, AKRF. Presentation will be given highlighting the various zoning tools to create affordable housing.

9:45 – 11:15 Financing and Funding Affordable Housing (1.5 CLE) Doug Olcott, Senior Vice President, Regional Director, Hudson Valley Office, The Community Preservation Corporation; Matt Spallina, Loan Officer, The Community Preservation Corporation; Danny Wheelan, Loan Officer, The Community Preservation Corporation; Rose Noonan, Executive Director, Housing Action Council. This session will review the financing of affordable housing, including the various Federal and State programs available for funding. A sample pro-forma will be reviewed, including project feasibility, land disposition, construction costs, and legal implications.

11:15– 11:30 Break

11:30 – 12:30 Facilitated Table Discussions Each group will have a facilitator lead them in discussion regarding the zoning regulations for their site and finance considerations.

12:30 – 1:00 Lunch

1:00 – 2:30 The Developer’s Perspective

2:30 – 3:00 Presentation on Findings from each municipality

Day Three Agenda:

8:30 – 9:00 Breakfast

9:00 – 9:15 Review of the Day

9:15 – 9:45 Site Reveal John Fry and Jaclyn Tyler, Principals, Nexus Creative Design; Rob Lane, Plan & Process; David Kim, David Kim Architects; Jason Mencher, AKRF; Michael Patino; Peter Feroe, AKRF

9:45 – 11:00 Pro Formas and Financial Considerations Rose Noonan, Esq., Executive Director, Housing Action Council. Rose will review how pro formas are created and then reveal individual pro formas based on the scenario designs created by the teams.

11:00 – 11:15 Break

11:15 – 11:45 Re-Evaluation of Site Design and Unit Composition

11:45 – 12:20 Lunch

12:20 – 1:20 Disposition/Development Options and Considerations Jason Labate, Esq., Partner, Goldstein-Hall PLLC; Linda Whitehead, Esq., Partner, McCullough, Goldberger & Staudt, LLP; Karen D’Attore, Village Manager, Village of Ossining. Learn more about the legal tools and considerations needed when municipalities and faith-based organizations are ready to develop their land.

1:20 – 2:00 Facilitated Discussion on Next Steps with Each Team

2:00 – 3:00 Presentation on Next Steps from Each Team /Graduation