New zoning rules limiting the size of homes in Levittown are now in effect, as local officials move to address concerns over oversized development and neighborhood character.

Officials say the measure is aimed at curbing the construction of larger homes and preserving the look and feel of Levittown communities.

Housing development trends in Levittown and across Long Island were also the subject of discussion on the program, with Hofstra University Executive Dean of Suburban Studies Larry Levy and real estate broker Chris Montalbano weighing in on how zoning, affordability and market demand are shaping the region.

Meanwhile, in Suffolk County, the Town of Huntington has approved a major mixed-use redevelopment project in Melville. Town officials granted a special-use permit for the Melville Crossing project, a $130 million development that will include hundreds of residential units alongside retail space.

Supporters say the project will help create a more walkable, economically vibrant area, while opponents have raised concerns about potential impacts on schools, infrastructure and local resources.

In education news, Long Island voters approved school budgets in nearly all districts despite ongoing economic pressures. With the exception of five districts, voters signed off on spending plans that include tax increases, reflecting continued support for local schools even amid high gas prices and inflation.