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1985-03-26 rJ. / '-f Regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury conducted March 26, 1985 at 8:00 P.M. Present: Mrs. Levandowski, Mr. Dybas, Mrs. Mann, Mr. Roberts, Mr. Sorlin, Mr. Noll and Mr. Macri Absent: None First on the agenda was a Public Hearing - Bedford Close. Attorney Davies present to represent applicant. Chairman spoke regarding the requirements of the Town Highway Department. The Board needs a report from the highway superintendant. Attorney Davies then asked if there is some kind of guideline to follow and Mr. Roberts answered that there is. Attorney Davies then said that the developer would like to get started on the section where the road is approved. Hr. Roberts said there was no problem with that. Mr. Macri was concerned about the drainage. Motion by Mr. Macri, seconded by Mr. Noll, all voting affirmatively, it was RESOLVED THAT the Planning Board .t.abled for further review with engineer and highway superintendent on drainage and contouring. Approved. Next item was the re-zoning of 68 acres subdivision development Sherman Ave. and Luzerne Road, cobe, Inc. Dennis Dickinson was present to represent cobe, Inc. He said there were several parcels involved here and a total of approximately 67 or 68 acres. It was next mentioned that there was strong opposition to this proposed change. Mrs. Mann asked if water was available and Mr. Dickinson said there is water on Luzerne Road and Sherman Avenue. Chairman Roberts noted that he has a problem with re-zoning. He said he spent a lot of time looking at the property and we should try and develop the area for the light industrial oriented to the trucking traffic off the northway. Mr. Dickinson mentioned that since the re-zoning there have been no applications in this area. ~h Page 2 Planning Board Chairman questioned why that 500 ft. zone was left as it was. He said he would prefer to see that 500' strip eliminated. The major concern here is the loss of acreage for light industrial development. Mr. Dickinson then spoke about the connection of Luzerne and Sherman Ave. The construction of this road is in the first phase of the development. The re-zoning would only be 2/3 or 3/4 of the acres as part of this property is already residential. The Chairman noted that the Planning Board just recommends to the Town Board regarding the re-zoning of any area. Motion by Mr. Dybas, second by Mr. Macri The Planning Board hereby recommendes denial as there has been no hardship shown on the changing of the zoning. This would not be in the best interest of the future planning or zoning. Not enough time has elapsed since zone was created to permit the development there is presently not inordinate amount of industrial zone in relation to residential zones and commercial zones. (The yes vote is to deny) All present voted YES. Denied. Site Plan Review No. 5-85 - John J. Nigro. The former Barker Building on Route 9. The engineer representing Mr. Nigro explained the present sewage system and the proposed system. He explained that they would maintain the existing pumping station but work should be done on the pump as it isn't functioning properly. Mr. Sorlin asked where the 'stuff' is going now. He explained that it is being drained on a daily basis or at least six (6) times a week. Mr. Nigro explained that the area will be 'revamped' to include landscaping. Mrs. Mann asked if any plans were in progress regarding the blacktop areas, surface water etc. She asked if there were any plans to break up the black top to help the drainage problem. Mr. Nigro explained that cutting the black top and putting in trees, etc. will not help the drainage problem. Mr. Dybas was also concerned about the water runoff. ',-. Mrs. Mann spoke about her concerns for traffic control in the lot itself. c1/fo Page 3 Planning Board Mr. Macri added that the board should review the existing drainage system to see if it is efficient and that they also need to address the traffic pattern through the area. There could be a ~roblem with the existing parking lot as far as drainage and traffic pattern. The Warren County Planning Board reviewed the plans and recommended approval. Mr. Nigro added that he has already been in contact with the Grand Union regarding a possible combined entry with a light. The engineer requested conditional approval so that the interior work could be started. The Chairman said that the Public Hearing would remain open until next month when we get more information regarding the drainage and traffic flow and plantings. Mr. Sorlin asked for basic information on the Wisconsin Mound system, detail on drainage for surface water and a review regarding traffic. Motion by Mrs. Mann, seconded by Mrs. Levandowski that the Planning Board grant conditional approval with the applicant to provide more specific information to the Board at its April meeting regarding the three (3) major concerns (1) Sewage disposal (2) details on the Wisconsin Mound proposal (3) storm water drainage plans and traffic control onto route 9. Yes - Levandowski,Dybas,Mann,Roberts,Sorlin and Macri Abstain- Noll. Site Plan Review No. 6-85 - Michael & Ralph Woodbury Dixon Road Represented by Mr. Leon Steves. Mr. Steves explained that Mr. Woodbury would like to develop the property in question into duplex and/or single family homes. Chairman asked why the and/or Mr. Steves explained it was to give him the choice. At this time they haven't decided which it would be. He explained the area below the brook is being given to the City of Glens Falls as it is basically undevelopable. Chairman noted that the lots are substantially larger than required. The Warren County Planning Board recommended approval. A letter from Donald coalts, Superintendant of the Glens Falls Water Department requesting that no action be taken was read. Mr. Burke, owner of 140 Dixon Road, letter read. Mr. Steves added that at one time the previous zoning allowed two (2) family dwellings. He suggested that ~1r. Burke contact Mr. Woodbury. ,2/7 Page 4 Planning Board Letter from John Reardon read into the record in favor of proposal. The residents main concern was the increase of traffic. Mr. Sorlin suggested that in view of th& letter from the City that this be tabled until we can get a response from them. Motion by Mr. Macri, seconded by Mr. Noll, all voting affirmatively, RESOLVED THAT Site Plan Review 6-85 be tabled. Approved. Site plan Review No. 7-85 - Edward Gillis, Lockhart Mountain Road Mr. Gillis explained the building is to be remodeled both inside and out, new siding, roof repair insulation, new septic system. This work would enable him to do marine engine repair inside. There is no access to the lake a test tank will be uilt for testing. Warren County Planning Board approved. Mr. Dean (Building Department) mentioned that there has been some cutting of trees on the property. Mr. Gillis added that this has been stopped. Motion by Mrs. Mann, seconded by Mrs. Levandowski, all voting affirmatively, RESOLVED THAT Site Plan Review 7-85 be approved as there is an existing auto body repair already in existance in the building. Approved. -/ / ~J~~" */' ry¿t:r