Application Town of Queensbury
Sign Variance Application
www.queensbury.net
Review Process:
Required Pre-submission meeting with staff to determine general completeness of application materials (to be
held no later than 1 week prior to deadline submittal)—Call 761-8220 for an appointment.
Application submittal: one (1) original application package, one (1) deed and 14 copies of the application
package with application fee* An electronic (pdf) copy of the application package is appreciated.
Determination of application completeness and placement on an agenda
Zoning Board meetings are generally the third & fourth Wednesday's of each month. You will be advised in
writing as to which meeting to attend.
Following the meeting you will be provided with a copy of the resolution stating the Board's decision on your
application. If your application was approved, the next likely step is a Building Permit. Final plans / drawings
must be provided for the next phase of review. If your application was denied your project cannot proceed as
submitted.
*Fee: $50 (residential); $100 (non-residential)
Documentation Requirements
Please submit 1 original and 14 copies of the completed application package to include:
o Completed application—all pages completed, signed and dated
o Pre-submission notes—signed by staff& applicant/agent
o Denial letter from the Zoning Administrator
o Waiver Request: any request for a waiver from the applicant regarding submission requirements.
o Copy of Deed
o Survey—stamped, dated& signed
o Fee
Staff& Contact Information:
Craig Brown, Director of Planning/Zoning craigbggueensbM.net
& Zoning Administrator
Laura Moore, Land Use Planner lmoore(c�r�,gueensbury.net
Sue Hemingway, Office Specialist (518) 761-8238 sueh(c�r�,gueensburj net
Sign Variance application—Revised April 2016 Town of Queensbury
Zoning Office-742 Bay Road-Queensbury,NY 12804 518-761-8238
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General Information
Tax Parcel ID Number: 309.13-1-35
Zoning District: C1-18
Detailed Description Of Project [includes current & proposed use]:
The site is currently a vacant parcel. The proposed proiect is for the construction of a 5.800 SF convenience store with 10 gasoline
fueling dispensers and 3 diesel fueling dispensers.
Location of project:
220 Corinth Road(at Big Bay Road)
Applicant Name: Brett Hughes Address: 6500 New Venture Gear Drive
Fastrac Markets,LLC East Syracuse,NY 13057 p
Home Phone Cell:
Work Phone 315-552-6800 ext 2124 Fax
E-Mail BHughes@fastracmarkets.com
Agent's Name: Matthew R.Napierala,P.E. Address 110 Fayette Street
Napierala Consulting Manlius,NY 13104 p
Home Phone Cell
Work Phone 315-682-5580 Fax
Email
MNap@napcon.com
Owner's Name: Jerry Nudi Address P.O.Box 503
SwitchCo LLC Glens Falls,NY p
Home Phone Cell
Work Phone 518-796-2179 Fax
E-Mail
Town of Queensbury •Zoning Office •742 Bay Road•Queensbury, NY 12804.518-761-8238
Site Development Data
Area 1 Type Existing sq. ft. Proposed Total sq. ft.
Addition sq. ft.
A. Building footprint 0 5,800 5,800
B. Detached Garage 0 0 0
C. Accessory Structure(s) 0 9,700 9,700
D. Paved, gravel or other hard surfaced area 0 58,660 58,660
E. Porches / Decks 0 0 0
F. Other 0 0 0
G. Total Non-Permeable [Add A-F] 0 74,186 74,186
H. Parcel Area [43,560 sq. ft. /acre] 93,875 93,875 93,875
I. Percentage of Impermeable Area of Site [I=G/H] 0 79% 79%
Setback Requirements
Area Required Existing Proposed
Front[1] 75 FT - 134 FT
Front[2]
Shoreline
Side Yard [1] 20 FT - 31 FT
Side Yard [2] 20 FT - 35 FT
RearYard [1] 25 FT - 46 FT
Rear Yard [2]
Travel Corridor Corinth Road/Exit 18 Corinth Road/Exit 18 Corinth Road/Exit 18
Height[max] 40 FT - 37 FT
Permeability 30% - 21%
No. of parking spaces 39 SPACES - 39 SPACES
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Compliance with Sian Ordinance
Section(s) that apply:
140-6B Signs for which permits are required
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What signs are you allowed to have?
Sign Type How many allowed Square Feet Height
Wall 2 135 FRONT 1 118 SIDE 27 FT
Freestanding 1 45 20 FT
This application is for a change in the:
Number of Signs: from (currently): to (proposed):
Setback for Sign
Size of Sign
Height of Sign
XOther (specify) No Change=New Project -----
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Elevation:
If you are proposing to install wall signs, provide a scale drawing of the facade the sign(s) will be located on, with
their location shown.
If you are proposing more than two (2) signs, the following information must be provided for each sign (please use
additional sheets if necessary)
Sign Number: 4 (if you are applying for more than one sign)
Sign Type Existing Proposed Length Width Total Height Depth for
Sa. feet Projecting
Freestanding 1 13-10" 8'-0"VAR 76.5 SF 13'-10" 2'-0"
mall Sign-.Front 1 6'-3" 12'-6" 78.1 SF 25'-0" 1'-0"
Wall Sign- Side 1 4'-0" 8'-0" 32.0 SF 25'-0" 1'-0"
Nall Sign- Canopy 1 3'-4" 6'-8" 22.2 SF 17'-0" 1'-0"
Property Line Setbacks: Front 135' Side 118'
Sign Wording: "Fastrac"
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The following questions reflect the criteria for granting this type of variance. Please complete them; use
additional sheets if needed.
1. Whether an undesirable change will be produced in the character of the neighborhood or a detriment to nearby
property will be created by the granting of this sign variance?
The proposed signs will not create a detriment to the character of the neighborhood. The Corinth Road Corridor is commercial and contains numerous business with
signage.The fast food restaurants and gasoline stations in the vicinity of the project have a similar number of and size of the signs Fastrac is proposing.
2. Whether the benefit sought by the applicant can be achieved by some method, feasible for the applicant to
pursue, other than a sign variance?
The Fastrac building prototype is for one sign above each doorway,one sign on the canopy,and one monument sign displaying the fuel pricing.The
size of the signs are designed to fit in the area as shown on the plan and building architectural drawings.
3. Whether the requested sign variance is substantial?
The sign variance is substantial to Fastrac to keep with their branding,site recognition and to grow business in the Town of Queensbury. The Corinth Rd
corridor is commercial and the proposed sign package would not be a substantial impact on the area or Town.
4. Whether the proposed variance will have an adverse effect or impact on the physical or environmental
conditions in the neighborhood or district?
The proposed addition of one(1)wall sign and the area of a freestanding sign will not physically or environmentally affect the area as the area has
numerous business and is a major thoroughfare through the Town.
5. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created?
The alleged difficulty was self created because this is a part of the entire building and site package presented by Fastrac.Numerous marking studies
have concluded that this sign package is important for the vitality of the business.
Additional Project Information
1. If the parcel has previous approvals, list application number(s):
2. Does this project require coverage under the New York State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES)
Permit Program? YES
3. Estimated project duration: Start Date 06/01/17 End Date 10/01/17
4. Estimated total cost of project:
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Submittal of a stamped and signed SURVEY MAP depicting existing and proposed conditions shall
include the items as noted below.
A. GENERAL SHEET#
1 Title, Name,Address of applicant&person responsible for preparation of drawing C-3
2 Deed SEE APP
3 North arrow,Tax Map ID,date prepared and scale[minimum l ln.=40 ft.] C-3
4 Boundaries of the property plotted to scale,zoning boundary C-3
5 Principal structures,accessory structures with exterior dimensions C-5
6 Site improvements incl.outdoor storage areas, driveways, parking areas, etc.: existing proposed C-5
7 Setbacks for all structures and improvements: existing proposed C-5
8 Elevations and floor plans of all proposed and affected structures A100/A200
B. WATER & SEWER SHEET#
1 Project sewage disposal facilities,design details,construction details,flow rates,and number of bedrooms proposed C-8
2 Water supply[i.e.well]&septic on adjoining lots with separation distances to existing or proposed on-site water supply and septic C-3
3 Separation distances for proposed sewage disposal system to well and water bodies C-8
4 Existing public or private water supply[well, lake,etc.]. Method of securing public or private water, location,design and construction C 8
of water supply including dailywater usage 0
5 Percolation test location and results
C. PARKING I PERMEABLE AREAS SHEET#
1 Number of spaces required for project including calculations and justification: existing proposed C-4
2 No.of existing parking spaces, number to be removed, number to maintain and type of surfacing material[e.g.,gravel, paved] C-4
3 Provision for pedestrian and handicap access and parking: existing proposed C-4
4 Design details of ingress,egress, loading areas and cutting: existing proposed C-5
5 Location and character of green areas[existing and proposed],modification to green area,buffer zone to remain undisturbed C-5
6 Lighting,location and design of all existing and proposed outdoor lighting C-10
0. ADDITIONAL SITE DEVELOPMENT AND MISCELLANEOUS SHEET#
1 On-site&adjacent watercourses, streams, rivers,lake and wetlands C-3
2 Utility/energy distribution system [gas,electric,solar,telephone]: existing&proposed C-8
3 Location, design and construction details of all existing and proposed site improvements including: drains,culverts, retaining walls,
fences,fire&emergency zones and hydrants,etc. C-8,12-1a
4 Square footage of bldg.area proposed for office, manufacturing, retail sales or other commercial activities: existing proposed C-4
e Signage: Location,size,type, design and setback: existing proposed C-11
f Waiver Request: provide letter with application requesting any waivers: please reference specific items SEE APP
g Commercial/Industrial Development requires submission of Landscaping,Stormwater Management,Grading&Lighting Plans SEE PLANS
h Identification of Federal,State or County permits required for the project together with a record of application for all necessary permits SEE APP
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Submission Conference Form 1179-4-0401
1. Tax Map ID 309.13-1-35
2. Zoning Classification CI-18 Commercial Intensive Exit 18
3. Reason for Review: Area Variance Request
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5. Pre-Submission Meeting Notes; Outstanding Items To Be Addressed Include: (h]�
Deed Yes No1
General Information complete —t Yes No
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Site Development Data Complete1/ Yes No �Cf--� -Q t
Setback Requirements Complete __7
Yes No
Additional Project Information Complete -Yes No & v Lo
FAR addressed Yes No C y�
Compliance with Zoning Ordinance *--�/Yes No
Checklist items addressed �� es No
Environmental Form completed ✓Yes No
Signature Page completed Yes No
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SIGNATURE PAGE
This page includes the 1.)Authorization to Act as Agent Form: 2.) Engineering Fee Disclosure; 3.)Authorization for Site
Visits: 4.) Other Permit Responsibilities 5.) Official Meeting Disclosure and 6.) Agreement to provide documentation
required.
OWNER'S AGENT FORM:
Complete the following if the OWNER of the property is not the same as the applicant
Owner: Jem a, h h,,,i I C
Designates: I,,E :NLn kci,.H c
As agent regarding: x Variance x Site Plan Subdivision
For Tax Map No.: up,i, Section i Block 15 Lot
Deed Reference: 51r4, Book ", Page Date
OWNER SIGNATURE: DATE:
APPLICANT'S AGENT FORM:
Complete the following if the APPLICANT is unable to attend the meeting or wishes to be represented by another party:
Owner: Faym,tark;n, r�
Designates:
As agent regarding: . Variance x Site Plan Subdivision
For Tax Map No.: 31)�13 Section I Block 35 Lot
Deed Reference: "NH) Book ",, Page 1 14 Date
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APPLICANT SIGNATURE: "�/ DATE:
2.) ENGINEERING FEE DISCLOSURE: Applications may be referred to the Town consulting engineer for review of septic design,
storm drainage, etc. as determined by the Zoning or Planning Department. Fees for engineering review services will be charged
directly to the applicant. Fees for engineering review will not exceed S 1,000without notification to the applicant.
3.)AUTHORIZATION FOR SITE VISITS: By signing this page and submitting the application materials attached herein, the Owner,
Applicant, and his/herltheir agent(s) hereby authorize the Zoning Board or Planning Board and Town Staff to enter the subject
properties for the purpose of reviewing the application submitted.
i 4.) OTHER PERMIT RESPONSIBILITIES: Other permits may be required for construction or alteration activity subsequent to approval
by the Zoning Board or Planning Board. It is the applicant's responsibility to obtain any additional permits.
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5.) OFFICIAL M ETI NG MIN TES DISCLOSURE: It is the practice of the Community Development Department to have a designated
stenographer tape record the proceedings of meetings resulting from application, and minutes transcribed from those tapes constitutes
the official record of all proceedings.
j 6.) AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: I,the undersigned, have thoroughly read and understand the
i instructions for submission and agree to the submission requirements,I acknowledge no construction activities shall be commenced
prior to issuance of a valid permit. I certify that the application, plans and supporting materials are a true and complete
statement/description of the existing conditions and the work proposed,and that all work will be performed in accordance with the
i approved plans and in conformance with local zoning regulations. I acknowledge that prior to occupying the facilities proposed, I or
my agents,will obtain a certificate of occupancy as necessary. I also understand that I/we may be required to provide an as-built
! surveyby a licensed land surveyor ofall newly constructed facilities prior to issuance ofa certificate ofoccupancy
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I have read and agree to the above.
$Ye��M. ttr�Gtes Brett Hughes 2-13-17
Sig nat a ppiican Print Name[Applica t] Date signed
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Signature[Agent] Print Name[Agent] Date signed
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