The Town of Perinton has approved a mixed-use residential development that will bring 23 new residential units to Route 96, combining new construction with adaptive reuse of existing structures. Developer Dennis Wilmot, through WDG2, LLC, received preliminary and final site plan approval on December 15, 2025, for the Hartwell Heights development on 3.43 acres.
The development creates a 'village aesthetic' by incorporating three existing structures—an existing single-family home and a 1,900-square-foot office building—while adding 23 new residential units. The project includes:
The development spans three properties at 2 Thornell Road and 589 and 597 Pittsford Victor Road in Perinton.
The initial proposal submitted to the Town of Perinton called for 27 new residential units across four tax parcels. Following feedback from municipal boards and the public, the applicant scaled back the second apartment building from 10 units to six units, resulting in the current 23-unit proposal.
The development process involved several key approvals:
BME Associates represented the developer during the planning process. The project demonstrates how developers can integrate new residential units with existing structures while maintaining community character through thoughtful site design and responsive planning board modifications.
The Hartwell Heights project reflects continued development activity in the greater Rochester metropolitan area. The Town of Perinton has seen increasing interest in mixed-use residential developments that combine multiple housing types and integrate existing buildings into new plans. This project adds to the regional momentum in residential development following strong market forecasts for 2026.
Published: December 15, 2025 | Source: Rochester Business Journal
