24-1586 : M. Khan,Special Use - 178 Sumner for Assembly in N3R Zone(Lov)(Hrg 10/8/24)

This item concerns a Special Use Permit application for 178 Sumner Place to allow for an assembly use (religious) in an N-3R Zone. The applicant, Mohammod Khan, representing the A-Muhstn Islamic Society, proposes to use the existing 2-story, 2-family dwelling for religious gatherings.

Key Details:

• Proposed Use: Religious assembly.
• Location: 178 Sumner Place, Buffalo, NY 14211.
• Zoning: N-3R Zone.
• Capacity: Maximum of 15 people at any given time.
• Hours of Operation:
  • Monday to Thursday: 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM
  • Saturday and Sunday: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Community Engagement: Applicant states positive feedback from community members.
• Procedural History: The application was referred to the Committee on Legislation and the City Planning Board on September 17, 2024. The Planning Board recommended approval on September 23, 2024. The item has since been tabled multiple times by the Legislation Committee, with the most recent status indicating it was tabled on December 30, 2025, with the next meeting scheduled for January 13, 2026.