North Hempstead Appeals Islamic Center Expansion Decision
The Town of North Hempstead has appealed the State Supreme Court's decision in the Hillside Islamic Center case.
The center's plan, rejected by the town before the court ruling, aimed to expand the existing mosque to accommodate its congregation and ease traffic impacts.
- Build a third story
- Increase square footage
- Expand parking lot onto surrounding parcels of land
- Provide 63 parking spaces
Unless the state reverses the ruling, the neighborhood around the center may be turned into a parking lot.
No statement from the town or the center is available.
Author's summary: North Hempstead appeals court decision on Islamic center expansion.