General Contractor
in Bedford Hills, NY
Bedford Hills occupies an interesting position in the Town of Bedford market — it shares the Town's large-lot zoning and natural character, but its housing stock is largely mid-century construction…
The Architecture of Bedford Hills
Colonial Revival · Ranch
Primary Styles
1950s–1980s
Built Era
Bedford Hills’s residential fabric is defined by Colonial Revival and Ranch construction — a concentrated stock of homes built primarily between 1950s–1980s. At an average of 2,600 sq ft on lots ranging 0.5–3.0 acres, these properties set a high bar for material quality and construction precision.
Bedford Hills occupies an interesting position in the Town of Bedford market — it shares the Town's large-lot zoning and natural character, but its housing stock is largely mid-century construction that now presents a renovation opportunity. Homeowners in Bedford Hills are upgrading properties that have not received comprehensive renovation investment since original construction, which means projects often involve systems replacement alongside cosmetic work. JMR's whole-house renovation capacity — structural, mechanical, aesthetic — is well-matched to this project type.
JMR has completed projects within reach of Bedford Hills Metro-North Station, Katonah-Lewisboro School District facilities, Saw Mill River Parkway corridor.
Bedford Hills serves as a more accessible — and more residentially diverse — entry point into the Town of Bedford. Its Metro-North station provides direct Harlem Line service to Grand Central in approximately 60 minutes. The hamlet's housing stock runs from established Colonials and Ranches to properties undergoing renovation and expansion as homeowners invest in upgrading stock built in the 1950s–1970s to contemporary standards.
Our Approach in Bedford Hills
Bedford Hills shares the Town of Bedford's wooded character and generous parcel scale without the historic preservation overlays that govern some Village properties. The hamlet's mid-century housing stock — Colonials, Ranches, and Split-Levels from the 1950s through 1970s — has reached the right stage for comprehensive renovation investment: systems replacement, structural updates, and design improvements that bring these homes into alignment with what they have always had the potential to be. JMR's whole-house renovation capacity addresses all of these scopes in a single, coordinated project.
$780,000
Median Home Value
0.5–3.0
Lot Size (acres)
Track Record in Bedford Hills
JMR has completed 3 projects in Bedford Hills — including a full kitchen and great room renovation of a 1960s Colonial and a primary suite addition on a 1.5-acre parcel — with all Town of Bedford permits closed and final inspections passed.
Our Services
Six Disciplines.
Built for Bedford Hills.
Every project in Bedford Hills is delivered by the same dedicated JMR team — from permit application through certificate of occupancy. One integrated team. Zero subcontracted surprises.
Custom Homes
New construction in Bedford Hills is evaluated for compatibility with the surrounding Colonial Revival streetscape — a process JMR manages from design development through certificate of occupancy.
Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen renovations in Bedford Hills typically involve working within Colonial Revival structural layouts — preserving original millwork and ceiling heights while integrating modern appliances and MEP systems.
Roofing
Colonial Revival homes in Bedford Hills often feature steep pitches, dormers, and period materials — slate, cedar shake — that require experienced estimation and precise, material-matched execution.
Home Remodeling
Full home renovations in Bedford Hills balance the original Colonial Revival character of the property against current code requirements and contemporary lifestyle expectations.
Bathroom Remodeling
Colonial Revival homes in Bedford Hills frequently feature original cast-iron fixtures and period tile configurations that require skilled hands to restore or sensitively replace.
Deck Construction
Exterior additions in Bedford Hills require careful material selection and massing to complement the existing Colonial Revival profile of the home and satisfy local setback regulations.
Serving Bedford Hills homeowners across all six disciplines
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What Westchester County Homeowners Say
My new house is gorgeous in Scarsdale. As a doctor I don't know if I can heal people the way Mira and Florenc treated me and my ideas — with so much passion. They are truly exceptional.
Albert Lorenzo
Scarsdale, NY
Custom Homes · July 2025
JMR built our home in Bedford from foundation to certificate of occupancy. They coordinated directly with our architect and never modified the design intent without written approval. The documentation package at handover was thorough — as-builts, all warranties, every permit in order. We would hire them again without hesitation.
Thomas & Helen Park
Bedford, NY
Custom Homes · April 2025
The structural quality of our Armonk build distinguished JMR from every other bid. Every framing detail was executed exactly as drawn. Florenc communicated weekly without us having to ask. From permit filing through the CO inspection, the process was disciplined and completely transparent.
Lisa Hoffman
Armonk, NY
Custom Homes · March 2025
Permits & Process
Permitting in Bedford Hills
What You Need to Know
Town of Bedford Building Department
Visit permit authority portalBedford Hills is an unincorporated hamlet within the Town of Bedford; all building permits are issued by the Town of Bedford Building Department. Bedford Hills sits outside the Bedford Village historic district and does not have a separate design review process for residential alterations. Standard building, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC permits apply to renovation and addition work. The Town's large-lot zoning minimum applies across the Town, though Bedford Hills parcels tend to be smaller relative to Bedford Village and Katonah.
0How JMR Manages It
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Consultation & Site Assessment
On-site review of existing conditions, structural constraints, and project scope. Preliminary permit pathway identified.
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Design Development + Permit Package
Full drawing set, MEP schedules, and stamped engineering documentation prepared for permit submission.
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Agency Review
Permit processing with the Town of Bedford Building Department.
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Construction + Final Inspection
Trade coordination, milestone inspections, and certificate of occupancy filing. Full documentation package delivered at handover.
Common Questions
Bedford Hills,
Answered.
Permit timelines, material considerations, and what to expect from a project in Bedford Hills.
Ask Us DirectlyWhat permits are required for a home renovation in Bedford Hills, NY?
Bedford Hills is an unincorporated hamlet within the Town of Bedford; all building permits are issued by the Town of Bedford Building Department. Bedford Hills sits outside the Bedford Village historic district and does not have a separate design review process for residential alterations. Standard building, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC permits apply to renovation and addition work. The Town's large-lot zoning minimum applies across the Town, though Bedford Hills parcels tend to be smaller relative to Bedford Village and Katonah.
What permits are needed for a kitchen remodel in Bedford Hills?
Kitchen renovations in Bedford Hills are permitted through the Town of Bedford Building Department. Structural work — including load-bearing wall removal and reconfiguration of the kitchen envelope — requires a permit with stamped structural engineering. Plumbing and electrical work require separate trade permits. Non-structural kitchen renovations, including cabinet replacement and countertop installation without plumbing relocation, are generally permit-exempt, though JMR confirms this determination for each specific project scope at the site assessment stage.
What is the permitting process for a bathroom renovation in Bedford Hills?
Bathroom renovations in Bedford Hills require a building permit from the Town of Bedford Building Department for plumbing relocation, electrical work, and any structural modifications. The permit application should include a scope description, MEP drawings for trade work, and structural documentation for any framing changes. JMR files all permit applications as part of project onboarding and coordinates with the Town's inspection staff for in-wall inspections before closure of walls — a critical step for any renovation involving concealed plumbing and electrical work.
Has JMR Construction completed projects in Bedford Hills before?
JMR has completed 3 projects in Bedford Hills — including a full kitchen and great room renovation of a 1960s Colonial and a primary suite addition on a 1.5-acre parcel — with all Town of Bedford permits closed and final inspections passed.
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