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ZBA Meeting
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda
Meeting: WedneSdayr May 24, 2017 Time= 1:00- 11:00 tom
Cueensbury Activities Center- 732 Bay Road
Agenda subject to change and may be found at: www_goeensbury.net
NEW RUSIXESS:
Applicant(s) Sereena Coombes ArLA Variance No SAV-32-2017
Owne s Sereena Coombes SEQRA Type U
Agent(s) n/a Lot Siam 0.18 Acres)
Laca#fun 1 Ward No. 108 Birdsal€ Road- Ward 1 zolling WR
Tax Id No 289.17-1-39 and 56 els to be merged) Section 179-5-MO
Cross Ref n/a Warren County Planning May 2017
Public Hen ring May 24 2017 Adirondack Park A en n/a
Pro'eet Descr3 tion Applicant proposes to remove existing 3 t1.by 33 ft.dock and replace it with a 4 ft.by 36 ft,dock. Relief requested
from minimum side yard setbacks re ulrernents for a dock in WR zon ing district
Applicant(s)) Kelly Carte Area Variance No Z-AV-37-2017
Owner(s) Kelly Carte SEQRA Tye 11
Agents} nAa Lot Size $5.99 Acro(s)
Location/ward No, 207 Fuller Road- Ward 3 Zoning LC-10A
Tax ld No 300.16-1-3 Section 179-3-040
Cross Ra SP 45-2011;AV 8-2009;AV 19-2007; Warren County Planning n/a
AV-1993
Pub lie Hearing May 24,2017 1 Adirondack Park AgenEy ALD
Proieet Description Applicant proposes wnslruction of second s[ngle-family dwelling on the existing 45 +l_acre parcel where
single-family dwellingalready exists. Re]ic(requested From number of allowable single-family dwellings on a parcel in the LC-IDA
zoning district_
At lieant s Daniel and Denise Abell Arca Variance No Z-AV-34-2017
Owners Daniel and Denise Abell SEQRA Type lI
Agent(s) Jacquelyn P. White,M il ler,Mannix, Lot Size OS2Acre(s)
Schachner 8c Hafner,LLC __--
Location 1 Ward No. 474 Upeer Sherman Avenue-Ward 4 Zoning MDR
Tax id No 308,$-1-5 Section 179-3-040
Cross Rei n/a Warrea County PLannln n/a
Public Hen ring May 24,2017 Adirondack Park A en n/a
>Prolcct Description Applicant proposes [o rep]ace 1,360 sq. ft.roof portion on existing home and to change roofline prol11c. Rclicf
requested from minimum setback requirements for the MDR zoning district.
A licant s Rasheed 13hafti(King Handrick Motel Area Variance No 7-AV-3-�-2017
Owns s Rasheed Bhatti SEQRA Type I€
Agent(s)) nJn Lot Slee 3,95 Acrc(s)
Lecation 1 Ward No. 1602 State Route 9-Ward I zoning C1
Tax id No 288.8-1-11.2 Section 179-4-030
Cross Ref AST 169-2017 Warren County PlIfinkilag iia 2017
Public Hearing May 24 2017 Adirondack Park A cnc ala
Frn3eet 13escrl i o Applicant proposes construction of two[lock additions onto existing motel_ The north deck is to be 296 sq_ft. and
south deck to be 200 sq, ft. Relief requested from minimum setback requirements for the Travel Corridor Over]ay(TCO)districe in the
CI zoning district.
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Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda
Meefing: Wednesday, May 24, 2017 Time: 7:0C�- 1 1:00 pen
Queensbury Activ€ties Center-742 Bay Road
Agenda subject to change and maybe found at: www.queembUry_net
A lienmt s1 13 Hospitality LLC Sian Variance No Z-SV-5-2017
Owner(s) 1$ Hospitality LLC SEQRA Tv a Unlisted
Agent s Jonathan C.Lapper,Esq. BPR Lot Size 6.76 Acre(s)
Location I Ward No. 216 Corinth Road-1Ward 4 ?;Dain CI-18
Tax Id No 309.13-1-73 SecEion Chapter 140
Cross Ref SIGN 114-2417 Warren County Planning May 2417
Public Heu ring a ' 24,2417 Adirondack PnrlkAgeacy nda
Pro 0wt DescAntlon Applicant proposes installation of a 2 wall sign to be 161.17 sq.fr.which will be located on the east faQade facing
Interstate 87. Relief requested from maximum allowable sjSp size and number of allowable wall si ns.
Any further business that the Chairman detemines may be properly brought before the Zoning Board of Appeal_
Final Version: 4,27.2017 8{I.1vllsh
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Town of Queensbury Waning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Area Variance No.: 32-2017
Project Applicant: Screens Coombes
Project LocRtion: IN Birdsall Road
Parcel History: n/a
SEAR Type: Type 11
Meeting Date: Miry 24,2017
Description of Proposed Piject:
Applicant proposes to remove existing 3 ft, by 33 ft, dock anal replace it with a 4 it, by 3 6 ft, dock, Relief
requested from minimum side yard setbacks requirements for a dock in WR zoning district.
Relief Requ fired:
The applicant requests the following relief. Relief requested ihm minimum setback requirements for a dock.
Seddon 179-5-060 Docks. boathouses. moorings—Waterfront Residential Zone. WR
The applicant proposes to replace an exishng 3 ft by 33 1t dock wi(h a a 4 ft by 3 6 ft dock where a 2 0 ft setback
is requires and a 0 ft setback is to remain. Existing dock was approved as a 3 ft x 40 ft dock at a Oft setback A
3 -2,006
C'riterin for considcrin g an Area Variance according to Chapter 267 of Town Lsw:
In making a determination, the board shall consider:
1. Whether an undesirable change will be produced in the character of the neighborhood or a detriment
to nearby properties will be created by the granting of this area variance. Minor impacts to the
neighborhood may be anticipated. The applicant is replacing a dock in the same location and expanding the
dock width by one foot,
. Whether the benefit sought by the applicant can be achieved by some method, feasible for the
applicant to pursue, other than an area variance. Feasible alternatives may be limited as the dock was
approved in the location per a court decision arrangement.
. Whether the requested area variance is substantial, The relief requested may be considered substantial
relevant to the code. The relief requested is 20 ft the cast side of the property where the existing setback is
to remain,
4. Whether the proposed variance will have an adverse effect or impact on the physical or
environmental conditions in the neighborhood or district. The project may be considered to have
minimal impact on the physical or the environmental conditions of the area. The dock width is within the
applicant's property.
. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created. The difficulty may he considered self-created.
Staff comments:
The application is similar to one previous for a 40 ft dock that had been withdrawn. The applicant proposes
replacement of a 3 ft x 33 ft dock with a 4 ft x 36 ft dock at 0 ft setback from the east property line. The dock
location was previously approved as part of AV 36-2006 with a 0 ft setback and a aft x 40 ft dock. The
applicant has indicated during discussions with dock builders that a Oft width is a common width. The applicant
has explained there are four sections with the first three being rolled and the fourth to be a floating segment.
The narrative submitted indicates the neighbors with deeded access are in agreement with the dock as proposed.
Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
ornmunHy Development Department Staff Nates
Area Variance No.: 37-2017
Project Applicant: Kelly Carte
Project Location: 207 Fuller Road
Farrel History: SP 45-2011; AV 8-2009, AV 19-2007, AV-1993
SEAR Type: Typc H
Meeting Date- May 24,2017
Description of Proposed Project:
Applicant proposes construction of a second single-family dwelling on the existing 45 +/- acre parcel where a
single-family dwelling already exists. belief requested from number of allowable single-family dwellings on a
parcel in the LC-1OA zoning distract.
Relief R.egnired:
The applicant requests relief from number of allowable single-family dwellings on a parcel in the LC-10A
zoning district.
Section 179-3-040 establishment of districts-area requirements LC-I OA zone
Section 179-4-0100 one principal building per lot
The applicant proposes to construct a second dwelling unit on the property where only otte dwelling unit is allowed
Criteria for considering an Area Variance according to Chapter 267 oif'1'o�vn LGa�v:
In making a determination, the board shall consider;
1, Whether ars undesirable change will be produced in the character of the neighborhood or a detriment
to nearby properties will be created by the granting of this area variance. Minor impacts to no impacts
to the neighborhood may be anticipated.
. Whether the benefit sought by the applicant can be achieved by some method, feasible for the
applicant to pursue, other than an area variance. Feasible alternatives may be available to apply for a
subdivision, however the lot arrangernent may still require a variance due to the nature of the home locations
to the proximity of the road.
. Whether the requested area variance is substantial. The relief requested may be considered substantial
relevant to the code. The requested relief 2 residential units on one parcel where only one residential unit is
allowed .
+4. Whether the proposed variance will have an adverse effect or impact on the physical or
environmental conditions in the neighborhood or district. The project will have minimal to no adverse
effects or impact on the physical or environmental conditions of the neighborhood.
5. Whether the alleged difficulty was self created. The difficulty may be considered self created.
Staff comments;
The applicant proposes to construct a second liame on a 42 ac parcel that has an existing home. The information
submitted indicates the existing home is about 73& sq ft and the near home would be about 2,800 sq ft, The new home
would be located on the parcel to be compliant with the setback requirements. The project would also maintain an
existing 4,480 sq ft barn building. The applicant has submitted plans show the location of the proposed home with
elevations and floor plans.
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Area Variance Nn.: 34-2017
Project Applicant: Daniel & Denise Abeil
Project Location: 474 Upper Sherinan Avenue
Parcel History: 1119
SEAR Type: Typc II
Meeting Date; ,May 24, 2017
Description of Proposed Pro]ect:
Applicant proposes to replace 1,360 sq. ft. roof portiori on existing home and to change roof-I hie profile, 1 elief
requested from minimum setback requirements for the MDR zoning district,
Relief Required
The applicant requests relief from minimum setback requirements for the MDR zoning district.
Section 173-3-040 establisluuent of districts-dimensional uiiements MDR zone
The applicant proposes a new roof section and to change roof profile so to be 24.3 ft setback where a 30 ft
setback is required.
Criteria for considering an Area Variance according to Chapter 267 of"I'u n Lsr�v;
In malting a determination, the board shall consider-
1.
onsider:1. Whethcr an undesirable change wi11 be produced in thc chaxracter of the neighborhood or a detriment
to nearby properties will be created by the granting of this area variance. Mirror to no impacts to the
neighborhood may be anticipated.
. Whether the benefit sought by the applicant can he achieved by some method, feasible far the
applicant to pursue, other than an area variance. Feasible alternatives may be considered Iiinited due to
the location of the existing house.
. Whether the requested arca variance is substantial. The relief requested may be considered minimal
relevaut to the code. Relief is requested for 5,7 ft for the front setback on 131irnt Hill Dr.
4. Whether the proposed variance +v ill have an :adverse effect or impact on the physical or
enviroPmcntal conditions in the neighborhood oar district. Minor to no impact to the physical or
environmental conditions in the neighborhood may be anticipated.
5. Wbetbcr the alleged difficulty was self-created. The difficult} may be considered self-created
Staff comments:
The applicant proposes to remove a portion of the existing roof and replace with a different roof line. The
proposed new roof Bute construction does not meet the required setback along Burnt Hi 11 Dr. The applicant has
indicated the existing roof is separate portions and incl tides a portion of roofing over an older roof section. The
applicant has explained the existing roof configuration has caused issues -,A thin the home.
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Area Variance No.: 33-2017
Project Applicant: Rasheed 13hatti (King Hendrick Motel)
Project Location: 102 State Route 9
Parcel History: AST 169-2017
SEAR TI pe: Type 11
Meeting Date: May 24,2017
Description of Proposed Project:
Applicant proposes construction of two deck additions onto existing motel. The north deck is to be 296 sq. ft.
and south deck to be 200 sq, ft. Relief requested from minimum setback requirements for the Travel Corridor
Overlay (TCO) district in the Cl zoning district.
Relief Re nit-ed:
The applicant requests relief from minimum setback requirements for the OI zone ( onunercial Intensive) and
Travel Corridor Overlay district in the C1 zoning district.
Section 179-3-040 establishment of districts-dimensional requirements Q1 zone
Section 179-4-030 travel corridor ovedgy Route
The applicant proposes construct a north deck is to be 246 sq. it. is to be 54.5 ft from the front property line and
south deck to be 200 sq. ft and to be 54 ft from the front property line. The required setback is 75 fL
Criteria for considering as Area Variance according to Chapter 2.67 of Town Law:
In making a determination, the board shall consider:
1. Whether an andesirable change will he produced in the cliaracter of the neighborhood or a detriment
to nearby properties will he created by the granting of this area variance. Minor to no impacts to the
neighborhood may be anticipated,
. Whether the benefit sought.by the applicant can be achieved by some method, feasible for the
applicant to pursue, other than an area variance. Feasible alternatives may be considered limited due to
the location of the existing building.
. Whether the requested area variance is substantial. The relief requested may be considered moderate
relevant to the code. Relief is requested for 20.6!21 ft respectively for the 1 travel corridor overlay.
+4. Whether the proposed variance will have an adverse effect or impact on the physical or
environmental conditions in the neighborhood or district. Minor to no impact to the physical or
environmental conditions in the neighborhood may be anticipated.
S. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created. The difficulty may be considered self-created
Staff corooae>nts:
The applicant proposes to construct ground level decks to an existing motel building. The project includes the
296 sq ft deck to be on the north side and will allow access for the lower units to an outdoor space_ On the south
side will be a 200 sq lft deck and will also provide access for the lower units to an outdoor space. The plans
submitted show the location of the decks on the building,
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Motes
Sign Variance No.' 5-2017
Project Applicant: 18 Hospitality, LLC
Project Location: 216 t~orinih Mond
Parcel History: SIGN 114-2017
ER Type: Unlisted
Meeting Date: May 24,2017
rweription of Proposed Prefect:
Applicant proposes installation of a 2°d wall sign to be 161.17 sq. ft. which will be located on the east fagade facing Interstate 87_
Reliefmquested from maximum allowable sign size and number of allowable wall signs.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief from maximum allowable sign size and number of allowable wail signs.
Section 140 SignWe—wali sign size and number
The applicant proposes to place a second sign on the east side of a hotel currently under construction_ The sign is to be 161,17 sq ft_
Relief is requested for p lacement of second sign where only one is allowed and to exceed the 30 sq ft maximum size wall sign allowed.
The building setback where the sign is to be located is 100,2 ft.
Criteria far considering a Sign Variance aecording to Chapter 267 of Tow Law*
In making a determination, the board shall consider:
1. Whether as andeslrable change will be produced in the character of the neighborhood or a detriment to nearby properties
will be created by the granting of this sign vorionce.Minor impacts to the neighborhood maybe anticipated as the building
farrtade faces the Northway where the sip is to be located
. Whober the benefit sought by the applicant can be achieved by some method,feasible for the applicant to pursue, other
than a sign variante. ]Feasible alternatives may be considered limited due to the orientation of the building with one facing
Corinth Rd and the other building fayade facing the Nonhway.
. Whether the requested sign variance is Substantial. The relief may be considered substantial relevant to the code. Relief is for
I additional wall sign for a total of two walls signs where only one is allowed_ One wal I sign may be 30 sq ft and relief is
requested for 131,17 its excess.A wall saga size may be increased ff a building setback is greater Than 100 ff from the front
property line, a wall sign can be increased 10 sq for Bach additional}0 ft wfrh maximum nar ro exceed 240 sqft
4. Whether the proposed variance will have an adverse effect or impact on the physical or env i M uFn ento I conditions in the
nelghborhood a district. The additional sign may have minimal impact on the neighborhood.
5. Whether the alleged difficulty was self created. The difficulty may be considered self created,
taiT comments:
The app licant proposes placement of a second wall sign on the east side of a hoteI=ently under construction. The sign is to be
161.17 sq ft and the applicant has indicated the scale is appropriate for the bui Iding size_ In addition the applicant has indicated
travelers on the south bound side of the A1orthway would not be able to see the monument sign or the south facing sign of the hotel,
The plans show the location of the signage and the details of the sign.