A new proposal aims to rezone a 34-acre section of the former Woodmere Country Club site to allow for over-55 condominium units, while preserving 50 acres as open space and including a 5-acre park, addressing community concerns and legal disputes.

Developers Robert Weiss and Efrem Gerszberg initially proposed nearly 300 homes but have revised their plans to focus on a smaller, luxury senior-living facility on part of the 117-acre property.

Some residents, such as Woodmere’s Steven Fuchs, express concerns about increased traffic and changes to neighborhood character, criticizing the development's scale and its impact on local roads.

After nearly a decade of legal battles and changing plans, the controversial development effort in Hempstead may finally be approved, marking a significant milestone in the long-standing dispute.

The Hempstead Town Board has yet to vote on the rezoning, which could bring resolution after nearly ten years of legal and planning challenges.

The legal conflict over the site began when the town imposed a moratorium and created restrictive zoning, which the developers challenged through multiple lawsuits, prolonging the approval process.

Supporters, including Woodsburgh Mayor Jake Harman, see the plan as a balanced solution that reduces environmental impact, traffic concerns, and community disruption while preserving open space.

Lawrence Mayor-elect Shlomo Nahmias views the revised proposal as a positive compromise that reflects community input, though some minor adjustments might still be necessary.