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in Irvington, NY
Irvington's residential market operates at the intersection of architectural authenticity and active community life. Homeowners here are typically highly educated, architecturally informed, and…
The Architecture of Irvington
Victorian · Italianate
Primary Styles
1860s–1930s
Built Era
Irvington’s residential fabric is defined by Victorian and Italianate construction — a concentrated stock of homes built primarily between 1860s–1930s. At an average of 3,000 sq ft on lots ranging 0.25–1.5 acres, these properties set a high bar for material quality and construction precision.
Irvington's residential market operates at the intersection of architectural authenticity and active community life. Homeowners here are typically highly educated, architecturally informed, and deeply engaged in village civic culture — renovation decisions are discussed with neighbors and social networks in a community small enough that everyone eventually hears about every project. JMR's track record in the village, permit discipline, and clean-site practice are the credentials that move through these networks.
JMR has completed projects within reach of Irvington Train Station, Hudson River waterfront park, Scenic Hudson's Irvington Woods.
Irvington offers Hudson Line Metro-North service to Grand Central in approximately 40 minutes — one of the most desirable transit profiles on the river. Its compact village center, waterfront access, and intact Victorian streetscape have made it one of the most sought-after Hudson River communities, with prices reflecting the combination of architectural quality, transit access, and natural landscape.
Our Approach in Irvington
Irvington's Victorian streetscapes and Hudson River setting represent a residential character that homeowners here chose deliberately and protect actively. Kitchen and bath renovations in these structures require navigating original configurations — balloon framing, service-room layouts, period plumbing — while preserving the architectural language that makes the homes worth renovating. JMR's Rivertowns experience covers both the construction complexity and the Village Building Department's ARB review process.
$1,050,000
Median Home Value
0.25–1.5
Lot Size (acres)
Track Record in Irvington
JMR has completed 4 projects in Irvington — including a full kitchen and dining room renovation of an 1890s Victorian and a primary suite addition reviewed by the Village ARB — with all Village Building Department permits closed and final certificates issued.
Our Services
Six Disciplines.
Built for Irvington.
Every project in Irvington 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 Irvington is evaluated for compatibility with the surrounding Victorian streetscape — a process JMR manages from design development through certificate of occupancy.
Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen renovations in Irvington typically involve working within Victorian structural layouts — preserving original millwork and ceiling heights while integrating modern appliances and MEP systems.
Roofing
Victorian homes in Irvington 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 Irvington balance the original Victorian character of the property against current code requirements and contemporary lifestyle expectations.
Bathroom Remodeling
Victorian homes in Irvington frequently feature original cast-iron fixtures and period tile configurations that require skilled hands to restore or sensitively replace.
Deck Construction
Exterior additions in Irvington require careful material selection and massing to complement the existing Victorian profile of the home and satisfy local setback regulations.
Serving Irvington 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 Irvington
What You Need to Know
Village of Irvington Building Department
Visit permit authority portalIrvington is a small incorporated village on the Hudson River with its own Building Department. The Village's Architectural Review Board reviews new construction and significant exterior alterations for compatibility with the Village's Victorian and Shingle Style residential character — particularly in areas near the riverfront and the Matthiessen Street historic streetscape. Irvington's hilly topography creates slope-related constraints for additions and new construction on many residential lots, and properties near the Hudson River shoreline are subject to DEC and floodplain regulatory requirements.
Historic District Considerations
Irvington does not have a formally mandated Certificate of Appropriateness process, but the Architectural Review Board conducts design review for new construction and major exterior alterations to maintain the Village's Victorian and Shingle Style character. ARB review is advisory but carries significant weight in the Building Department's permit decision process. Projects in the riverfront historic streetscape area receive particular scrutiny for scale, massing, and material compatibility.
How 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 Village of Irvington Building Department — inclusive of any required historic review board approval.
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Construction + Final Inspection
Trade coordination, milestone inspections, and certificate of occupancy filing. Full documentation package delivered at handover.
Common Questions
Irvington,
Answered.
Permit timelines, material considerations, and what to expect from a project in Irvington.
Ask Us DirectlyWhat permits are required for a home renovation in Irvington, NY?
Irvington is a small incorporated village on the Hudson River with its own Building Department. The Village's Architectural Review Board reviews new construction and significant exterior alterations for compatibility with the Village's Victorian and Shingle Style residential character — particularly in areas near the riverfront and the Matthiessen Street historic streetscape. Irvington's hilly topography creates slope-related constraints for additions and new construction on many residential lots, and properties near the Hudson River shoreline are subject to DEC and floodplain regulatory requirements.
How does Irvington Riverfront Historic Streetscape affect renovation permits in Irvington?
Irvington does not have a formally mandated Certificate of Appropriateness process, but the Architectural Review Board conducts design review for new construction and major exterior alterations to maintain the Village's Victorian and Shingle Style character. ARB review is advisory but carries significant weight in the Building Department's permit decision process. Projects in the riverfront historic streetscape area receive particular scrutiny for scale, massing, and material compatibility.
What approvals are needed for a kitchen renovation in Irvington?
Interior kitchen renovations in Irvington are outside the Architectural Review Board's jurisdiction and require only a standard Building Department permit for structural, plumbing, and electrical work. The ARB reviews exterior alterations only. Kitchen projects that involve new exterior openings — window enlargement, range hood exhaust penetrations visible from the street or the riverfront — may require ARB consultation before the Building Department permit is filed. JMR assesses each project's exterior touchpoints at the initial site visit.
Does Irvington's Architectural Review Board affect exterior additions?
The Irvington ARB reviews exterior additions for compatibility with the Village's Victorian and Shingle Style residential character — particularly on properties visible from public streets or the riverfront. The ARB's review is advisory but typically required before a Building Department permit is issued for major exterior alterations. JMR prepares ARB submission packages — including renderings, material specifications, and design rationale — and presents them at the Board's regular meetings as part of the pre-construction phase for addition projects.
Has JMR Construction completed projects in Irvington before?
JMR has completed 4 projects in Irvington — including a full kitchen and dining room renovation of an 1890s Victorian and a primary suite addition reviewed by the Village ARB — with all Village Building Department permits closed and final certificates issued.
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