Staff Notes Packet ZBA Mtg. Wed. January 24, 2018 L'Otaff Notes
ZBA Meeting
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda
Meeting; Wednesday, January 24r 2018 Time: 7 D- 11;00 pm
Queensbury AcfivitieS Center-742 Boy Rocid
Agenda subject to change and may be found at: www.q Ljeensbury.net
NEW Bfl51NF.S5:
A Ticant s Michael& Karen LeBlanc Area V"m"No 7 .AV4-2019
Owner(s) Michael& Karen LeBlanc SEORA lI
Agent(s) rda Lot Size 2.57 Acre(s)
Location U Warren Lane Zoning MDR
Ward No. Ward 3
Tax Id No 308.6-1-67.1 Section I79-S-020; 179-3-04{1
Cross Ref Z-AV-55-2017•P-SUB-15-2017 Final Sts a s►rren County Plamning rda
Public Hearing Jaauary 24,2015 Adirondack ParkApikey DA
Project Description Applicant proposes construction of a 560 sq.t detached one door garage. Relief requested from minimum setback
requirements for the M DR 7onin district_
A iicont s D.Paul Kruger Aren Variance No Z.rAV-2-2018
Owners D.Paul Kruger SEQRAT a 11
A s Maria Krugcr Lot Size 0.89 Acre(s)
Location 56 McadowbmokRoad Zoning MDR
Ward No. Warn 2
Tax Id No 303.5-1-39 Seetiort 179-3-040
Cross Ref AV 34-2009 Warren County Planning Jartuary 2018
Public Hearing I JanuLuj 24 2018 Adirondack Park Agency nfa
Project Description Applicant proposes oonstruotion a 1,092 sq.ff single-family home with a 404 sq_ff.attached garage and associated
site work. Relief re nested from minimum setback requiren=ts for the KDR zoning district.
Applicant(s) Tabassum Sheikh!ASAD Petroleum Sign Variance No Z-SV-2-2418
Owners Tabassum SheM SKQRAL Type Uuli te5d
Agent(s) foe w Sime 3.63 s
Location 985 State Route 149 Zoning AIC
Ward No. Ward 1
Tax id No 1 26b.3-1-78 Section Chapter 140
Cross Ref SIGN 742-2017 Freestanding Sign, [SP-PZ 157- Warren County Planning January 2018
01 aka SP 36-2015)):ASV 29-2015
Public Hearing I January24.2018 Adirondack Park Agency ALD
Froject Description Applicant prolwses to add one tenant panel of 7,23 sq.ft to the permftted 54.58 sq_fl.freestanding sign fDr a total
of 61,81 sq, it. Relief regucstcd frorn maximum freestanding sign size allowable at a 25 ft,setbwk from the road.
A Iican s Al Signs for Adirondack Trust Co. Sign Variaace No MV-1-2018
Owners Adf wdackTmst Co./Dew Kalligm SEQRA Type Unlisned
Agent(s) AJ Sips Lot Size 1.54 Acre(s)
Location 376 Bay Road Zoning CI
Ward No. Ward 2
Tax 14 No 296.20-1-45 Section Cita ter 140 --
Cross Ref 1CrN 648-2017;SP 21-2008 Warren Coun Planning Jams 2018 _
rubtienearing I January 24,2018 Adirondack Park A n aln
Project Description Applicant proposes to remove ex ivft 44 sq,ft,monument sign to be replaced with a new 71 sq,R.monument sign.
Relief requested from maximum allowable sign size for a fiustandi ! monument sign),
Any further business that the Chairman determines may be properly brought before the Zoning Sward of Appeals.
LLSue Hemingwayti24 18 Year ZBAVanuary 201 SIFista]Z13A Agenda W cd.,January 2.4.2018 version 1221.2017,-dacx
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Area Variance No.. 4-2018
Project Applicant: Michael & Karen LeBlanc
Project Location: 34 Warren Lane
Parcel History: PUB-15-2017 Final Stage,AV-2017
SEAR Type. Type U
Aleeting Date: .January 24,2018
Description of Proposed Project:
Applicant proposes construction of a 560 sq. ft. detached one door garage. Relief 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 179-3-040 establishment of districts-dimensional re uimements
The applicant proposes construction of'a detached garage where the setback is to be 10 ft on the west side and a
25 ft setback is required.
Criteria for considering su Area Variance according to Chapter 267 of Ta�vn ]f mow:
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 to no impacts to the
neighborhood may be anticipated.
2. Whether the benefit sought by the applicant can be achieved by some method,feasible for the
applicant to pursue, other than an arca variance, Fusible alternatives may be considered limited due to
the location of the existing home and driveway area.
. Whether the requested area variance is substantial. The relief requested may be considered moderate
relevant to the code, Relief is requested for 15 ft on the west property line.
4. Whether the proposed variance will have an adverse effect or impact on the physical or
enviroamental 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 comments•
The applicant proposes to construct a detached garage associated with their existing single family home. The
applicant has explained the existing garage was to be removed as part of the subdivision and left them with no
garage. The garage is for their vehicles and storage. The plans show the location of the hotne and the ptoposed
garage.
Zoning.Board of Appeals—Record of Resolution
Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, NY 12804 (518) 761-8238
lhmM ofQWmj.sbory
Area Variance Resolution To: Approve / Disapprove
Applicant Name: Michael & Karen LeBlanc
File Number: A -4-2015
DRA17-
Locatiolik- 34 Warren Lane
Tax Map Number: 308.61-67.1
BA Meeting Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2018
The Zoning Board of Appeals of the 'Town of Queensbury has received an application from Michael & Karen
LeBlanc. Applicant proposes construction of a 560 sq. ft. detached one door garage. Relief 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 179-3-040 establishment of districts-dimensional requirements
The applicant proposes construction of detached garage where the setback is to be 10 ft on the west side and a
25 ft setback is required.
SI-QIP Type Ii—no fiuther review required;
A public hearing was advertised and held on January 24, 2018;
Upon review of the application materials, information supplied during the public hearing, and upon
consideration of the criteria specified in Section 179-14-080(A) of the Queensbury Town Code and Chapter 267
ofNYS Town Law and after discussion and deliberation, we find as follows:
PER THE DRAFT PROVIDED BY STAFF
1. There is f is not an undesirable change in the character of the neighborhood nor a detriment to nearby
properties because
. Feasible alternatives are and have been considered by the Board, are reasonable and have been
included to minimize the request OR are not 122ssible.
3. The requested variance is 1 is not substantial because
4. There is / is not an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood or
district?
5. Is the alleged difficulty i 1 is not self-created because
b. In addition the Burd finds that the benefit to the applicant from granting the mquested variance would
outweigh (Lipproyal) / would be outweighed b denial the resulting detriment to the health, safety and
welfare of the neighborhood or community;
7. The Board also finds that the variance request under consideration is the minimum necessary;
S. The Board also proposes the following conditions:
a)
b)
c) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution.
BASED ON THE ABOVE FINDINGS, I MAKE A MOTION TO APPROVE/DENY AREA VARIANCE
Z-AV4-2018 Michael & Karen Leblanc, Introduced by , who moved for its adaption, seconded by
DuIy adopted this 2e day of January 2018 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Area Variance Na.: 2-2018
Project Applicant: D.Paul Kruger
Project Location: 56 Meadow brook Road
Parcel History: AV 34-2009
SEQR Type: Tire II
Meeting Date: ,January 24,2018
Description of Proposied Project:
Applicant proposes construction a 1,092 sq, ft. single-family home with a 400 sq. ft. attached garage and
associated site work. belief requested from minimum setback requirements for the MDR zoning district.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief from minimum setback requircrnents for the MDR zoning district.
Section 179-3-044 establishment of districts-dimensional recauirements
The applicant proposes construction of a new single family home with an attached garage where the setback is
to be 22.2 on the north side and 223 on the south side where a 2.5 ft setback is required.
Criteria for considering an Area Variance according to Chapter 267 of Town Law:
In making a determination,the board shall consider-
1.
onsider: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 to no impacts to the
neighborhood may be anticipated.
2. 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 lot configuration with a lot less than 100 ft in width.
. Whether the requested area variance is substantial. The relief requested may be considered minimal
relevant to the code. Relief is requested for 2..8 ft on the north and 2.7 ft on the south.
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.
5. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created. The difficulty may be considered self-created
Staff Co
The applicant proposes to construct a new single family hoine with an attached garage and an entry porch on a
vacant parcel. The project includes associated site work for installation of utilities, connections to municipal
water and sewer, driveway and construction of'the home. Plans show a typical home with elevations,
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Warren County Planning Department
Project Review and Referral Form
Reviewed by DepartmeinI on Jan usr y 9, 2015
Project Name- Kruger, D. Paul
Owner: Kruger, D. Paul
YD Number: OBY-I8-AV-02
County Project#: Ja+l16-08
Current Zoning: MDR
Community: Oue ensbury
Project Description:
Applicant proposes construction of a 1,092 sf single family home (anticipate single-story) with a 400 sf attaohed garage_
Relief requested from minimum setback requirements for the MDR zoning district.
Site Location-
56 Meadowbrook Fid
Tax AUp Number(s)-
3013,5-1-89
Staff NoteF'
The Warren DountyPIanning Department finds that the project will not create any significantinter-municipal o county-wide
impacts to the items identified in GML§239.
Local actions to date (if any):
County Planning Department:
NCI
Local Acdon:JFanal Disposition:
1116/2018
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Warren County Planning Department hate Signed Loral Official Date Signed
PLEASE RETURN TMS FOR141 TO THE WARREN COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT Y4l=10 DAYS OF FIN&L ACTION
Zonivg Board of Appeals—Record of Resolution
Town of Queensbury+ 742 Say Road Queensbury, NY 12804 ( 1 ) 761-8 23 8
Area Variance Resolution To: Approve 1 Disapprove
Applicant Name: D_ haul Krugeic
File umber- -A - -2018
Location; 56 Meadowbrook Road
Tax Map Number: 303.5-1-89
ZBA Meeting Date: Wed., January 24, 2018
The Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Queensbury has received ars application from D. Paul Krager.
Applicant proposes construction a 1,092 sq. ft. single-family home with a 400 sq. ft. attached garage and
associated site work. Relief requested from minimum setback requirements for the MDR zoning. district,
Relirf Required;
The applicant requests relief from minimum setback requirements for the MDR zoning district.
Section 179-3-040 establishment ofdistrEcts-dirnensional requirements
The applicant proposes construction of a new single family home with an attached garage where the setback is
to be 22.2 on the north side and 22.3 on the south side where a 2.5 ft setback is required,
SEQR Type IT—no further review required;
public hearing was advertised and held on January 24, 2018;
Upon review of the application materials, information supplied during the public hearing, and upon
consideration of the criteria specified ars Seetion 179-14-080{A) of the Queensbury Town Code and Chapter 267
of NYS Town Law and after discussion and deliberation, we find as follows:
PLR THL; 1}RAFT 11R(}V1DED BY STAFF
1. There is I is not an undesirable change in the character of the neighborhood nor a detriment to nearby
properties because
2. Feasible alternativf s are and have been considered by the Board. are reasonable and have been
included to minimize the,req OR are not._possible.
3. The requested variance is 1 is not substantial because
4, There is / is not an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood or
district's
5. Is the alleged difficulty is I is not self-created because
. In addition the Board finds that the benefit to the applicant from granting the requested variance would
outweigh (Vproval) / would be outweighed by denial the resulting detriment to the health, safety and
welfare of the neighborhood or community;
7. The Board also finds that the variance request under consideration is the minimum necessary;
. The Board also proposes the following conditions:
a)
b) a
c) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution.
BASED ON THE ABOVE FINDINGS I MATT A MOTION TO APPROVE � DENY AREA VARIANCE
Z-AV-2-2018 D. Paul Kruger, Introduced by , who moved for its adoption, seconded by
Duly adopted this 24h day of January 2018 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Dotes
Sign Variance No.: 2-2018
Project Applicant: Tobassam Sheikh /A AD Petroleum
Project Location: 985 State Route 149
Parcel History: SIGN 742-2017 Freestanding Sign,PZ157-2016,SP 36-201.5,SP23-2.001 M,AV29-2015
SEAR Type: Unlisted
Meeting Date: January 24,2018
Description of Proposed Project:
Applicant proposes to add one tenant panel of 7.23 sq. fL to the permitted 54.58 sq. 1t. freestanding sign for a
total of 61.81 sq. ft. Relief requested from ma ximurn freestanding sign size allowable at a 25 ft. setback from
the road.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief from maximum allowable sign size for a freestanding sign.
Section 140-6 Sigps for which permjts are re uired
The applicant requests to construct a new 61.81 sq ft sign where 60 sq ft is the maximum free standing sign
allowed at a 25 ft setback.
Criteria for considering a Sign Variance according to Chapter 267 of Town Law:
In making a determination, the board shall consider:
1. Whether an undesirable change wiI1 be produced in the character of the neighborhood or a detriment
to nearby properties will be created by the granting of this sign variance. Minimal 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 a sign variance. Feasible alternatives may be considered to reduce the
sign to a compliant size.
. Whether the requested sign variance is substantial. The relief requested may be considered minimal
relevant to the code. Relief is requested for 1.81 sq ft in excess.
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 as proposed may have minimal
impact on the environmental conditions of the district.
$. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created. The difficulty may be considered self-created.
Staff comments:
The applicant proposes construction of a 61.81 sq ft free standing sign. The applicant has a permit for the 54.58
sq ft sign and an additional panel the free standing sign exceeds the 60 sq ft sign allowed at a 25 ft setback- The
plans show the location and design of the sign. The calculation includes the Sunoco logo where the space
between the bottom of the logo to the sign is counted as part of the sign square footage.
Warren County Planning Department
Project Review and Referral form
Reviewed by Department on January 9, 2018
Project Name: SheNh. TabassumlA AD Petroleum
Owner- Sheikh,Tabassum
fD Number; QBY-18- V-D2
County Project#: Jan-18-D9
Current Zoning: N
Community: Queensbury
Project Description:
Applicant proposes to add orae tenant panel of 1.9 sf to the existing 64 sf freestanding sign for a total of 61.98 sf. Relief
requested from maximum freestanding sign size allowable at a 25 ft setback from the road.
Site Location:
986 State Route 149
Tax Map Numbers):
26x.8-1-78
Staff Dotes:
The Warren CountyPlanning Department finds that the project will not create any si gnifica nti nter-m u ni ci pal ar county-wide
impacts to the items identified in G M L§269.
Local actions to date(if any)-
County Pianning Department:
NCI
Local Actionffinal Disposition:
1116MI S
Warren County Planning Department Date Signed Lo-cal Official Date Signed
FLEAsE RETURN TInS FORS'!TO nIE WARREN COUNTY Pl.,IN"xJKG DEPAR'tME'gr Wlrn[IN 10 DAYS OF FINAL ACTION
Qt- Inning.Board of Appeals—Record of Resolution
Fawn of Queensbury 742 Bay load Queensbury, NY 12804 (513) 761-8238
'rou'+l OcQuemmbury
Sign Variance Resolution To: Approve 1 Disapprove
Applicant Dame: Tabassum Sheikh 1 ASAD Petroleum
File Number- Z-S - -2018
Loeation: 985 State Route 149
Tax Map Number: 2663-1-78
ZBA Meeting Date: Wednesday, Januar. 24, 2018
The Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Queensbury has received an application frorn Tabassum
Sheikh I ASAD Petroleum for a variance from Chapter 140 of the Sign Code of The Town of
Queensbury. Applicant proposes to add one tenant panel of 7.23 sol. ft. to the perrniued 54.58 sol. ft.
freestanding sign For a total of 61.81 sq, ft. Relief requested from maximum freestanding sigh size
allowable at a 25 ft. setback from the road.
ReliefRequired:
The applicant requests relief from maximum allowable sign size for a freestanding sign.
Section 140-6 Sins for which permits are required
The applicant requests to construct a nein 61.81 sol ft sign where 60 sq ft is the maximum free standing
sigh allowed at a 25 ft setback.
SEAR Type: Unlisted I Resolution 1 Action Required far SE R]
Motion regarding Sign Variance -S -2-2018 Tabassum Sheikh !ASAD Petroleum based upon the
information and the analysis of the above supporting documentation provided by the applicant, this
Board finds that this will not result in any significant adverse environmental impact. So we give it a
Negative Declaration, Introduced by who moved for its adoption, seconded by
Duly adopted 241 day of January 2018, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
A public hearing was advertised and held on January 24, 2018#
Upon review of the app lication materials, inforrnation supplied during the public hearing, and upon
consideration of the criteria specified in Section 179-14-080(A) of the Queensbury Town Code and
Chapter 2617 ofNYS Town Law and after discussion and deliberation, we find as follows:
I_ WilI an undesirable change be produced in the character of the neighborhood or will a detriment to the
nearby properties be created by the granting of the requested sign variance? INSERT RESPONSE
. Can the benefit sought by the applicant be achieved by some method, feasible for the applicant to
pursue, other than an sign variance? INSERT RESPONSE
3, Is the requested sign variance substantial? INSERT RESPONSE
4. Will the proposed sign variance have an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions
in the neighborhood or district? IN SERT RESPONSE
5. Is the alleged difficulty self-created? INSERT RESPONSE
b. In addition the Board Ends that the benefit to the applicant from granting the requested variance
would outweigh 1 would be oulwe-ighed bar the restil ting detriment to the health, safety and welfare of
the neighborhood or community;
7. The Board also finds that the variance request under consideration is the minimum necessary;
}lased on the above findings I make a MOTI N TO APPROVE !DENY Sign ' ariance - - -2018
Tabassum Sheakh f A AD Petroleum Fntroduced by , who moved for its adoption, seconded by
As per the resolution prepared by staff with the following;
A. <insert conditions 1 comments :
B. The variance approval is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval; you may request an
extension of approval before the one (1) year time frame expires;
, If the property is located within the Adirondack Park, the approved variance is subject to review by
the Adirondack Park Agency (APA). The applicant is cautioned against taking any action until the
APA's review is completed,
D. Final approved plans in compliance with an approved variance must be submitted to the Community
Development Departrnem before any further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building & codes
personnel'
E. Subsequent issuance of further permits, including sign permits are dependent on receipt of these final
plans;
F_ Upon approval of the application; review and approval of final plans by the Community Development
Department the applicant can apply for a sign permit unless the proposed project requires review,
approval, or permit from the Town Planning Board and/or the Adirondack Park Agency, Lake George
Park Commission or other State agency or department.
Duly adopted this 241h day of JanuaiT 20I8, by the following vote:
,OYES:
DOES:
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development [Department Staff Notes
Sign Varinnec No.: 1-2018
Project Applicant: ASI Signs (for Adirondack Trust Co.)
Project Location: 376 Bay Road
Parcel History: P21-2008
SEQR Type: Unlisted
Meeting Date: January 24,20184
Dewrip#ion of Proposed r'rajcet:
Applicant proposes to remove existing 40 sq. ft. monument sign to be replaced -4th a new 71 sq , monument
sign. Relief requested ftorn maximum allowable sign size for a freestanding sign (monument sign).
Relief Required•
The applicant requests relief from maxiinum allowable sign size for a freestanding sign (monument sign).
Section 1406 Signs for which permits are required
The applicant requests to construct a new 71 sq ft sign where 45 sq ft is the maximum free standing sign
allowed,
Criteria for considering a Sign Variance according to Chapter 267 of Town I�zxw:
In making a determination, the board shall consider-
1.
onsider-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 sign variance. Minimal impacts to the
neighborhood may be anticipated.
. Whether the benefit sought by the applicant can he achieved by some method, feasible for the
applicant to pursue, other than a sign variance. Feasible alternatives may be considered to reduce the
sign to a compliant size.
, Whether the requested sign variance is substantial. The relief requested may be considered moderate
relevant to the code. Relief is requested for 26 sq ft in excess.
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 as proposed may have minimal
impact on the env ironmental conditi ons of the district.
5. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created. The difficulty may be considered self-created.
Staff comments:
The applicant proposes to remove an existing 41 sq ft free standing sign to place a 71 sq ft monument sign. The
new signage rearranges the logo and text with the sign structure connected to the base. The plans show the
location and design of the new sign.
Warren County Planning Department
Project Review and Referral Form
Reviewed by Department on Jan aar•y 9, 2018
Project Name: AJ Signs(icor Adk Trust a)
Droner: Adirondack Trust Co.Dean KolIi9an
irD Number: QBY-1 8-SV-01
County Project#: dan18-10
Current Zoning: Cl
Community: Queensbury
Project Description: i
Applicant proposes removing existing 40 sf monument sign and replace with a new 71 sf monument sign. Belief
requested from maximum allowable sign size for a freestanding sign (monument sign)_
Site Location:
376 Bay Rd
Tax MapNumber(s).
296.20-1-46
Staff]dotes:
The Warren CeuntyPlanning Department finds that the projew will not create arty significantinter-mun16pal or courny-+aide
impacts to the items identified in G ML§239.
Local actions to date(if any):
°County Planning Department:
NCI
Local Action;/Final Disposition:
��. 1/1612018
Warmn County Planning Department Date Signed Local Official Date Signed
PLF ASE RETUILN THIS FORM TO THE WARREN COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT WITHIN 10 DAYS OF MAL ACTON
Zoning Board of Appeals—Reenrd of Resolution
Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury,NY 12804 (518) 761-8238
TOMI of{ ccq�st�ur}
Sign Variance Resolution To: Approve/Disapprove
Applicant Name: AJ Signs for Adirondack Trust Co,
File Number- -SV-1-2018
I.oeation: 376 Bay Road
Tax Map Number- 296.20-1-45
RA Meeting date: Wednesday, January 24, 2018
The Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Queensbury has received an application from ,4J Signs for
Adirondack Trust Co. for a variance from Chapter 140 of the Sign Code of The Town of Queensbury.
Applicant proposes to remove existing 44 sq. fl. monument sign to be replaced with a new 71 sq. ft.
monument sign. Relief requested from maximum allowable sign size for a freestanding sign (monument
sign).
Relief Requested;
The applicant requests relief from maximum allowable sign size for a freestanding sign(monument sign).
Section 140-6 Signs for which permits are.Mquirred
The applicant requests to construct a new 71 sq ft sign where 45 sq ft is the maximum free standing sign
allowed.
SEAR Type: Unlisted [ Resolution 1 Action Required for SEAR]
Motion regarding Sign Variance Z-SV-1-2018, AJ Signs for Adirondack Trust Co. based upon the
information and the analysis of the above supporting documentation provided by the applicant, this
Board finds that this will not result in any significant adverse enviruamental impact. So we give it a
Negative Declaration, Introduced by who moved for its adoption, seconded by
Duly adopted this 2e day of January 2018,by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
public hearing was advertised and held on January 24, 2018;
Upon review of the application materials, infomiation supplied during the public hearing, and upon
consideration of the criteria specified in Section 179-14-080(A) of the Queensbury Town Code and
Chapter 267 of NYS Town Law and after discussion and deliberation, we find as follows.
1. Will an undesirable change be produced in the character of the neighborhood or will a detriment to the
nearby properties be created by the granting of the requested sign variance? INSERT RESPONSE
Can the benefit sought by the applicant be achieved by some method, feasible for the applicant to
pursue, otheT than an sign variance? INSERT RESPONSE
3. is the requested sign variance substantial? INSERT RESPONSE
4. Will the proposed sign variance have an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions
in the neighborhood or district? INSERTFLESPONSE
5. Is the alleged difficulty self-created? INSERT RESPON SE
. In addition the Board finds that the benefit to the applicant from granting the requested variance
would outu�1 would be outwei 51hed by the resulting detriment to the health, safety and welfare of
the neighborhood or community:
7. The Board also finds that the variance request under consideration is the minimum necessary
Based on the above findings I make a MOTION TO APPROVE I ]DENY Sign Variance
SV-1-21118, Ad Signs for Adirondack Frust Co., Introduced by who moved for its
adoption, seconded by
As per the resolution prepared by staff with the fallowing:
A, <insert conditions l comments>:
B, The variance approval is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval; you may request an
extension of approval before the one (1) year time frame expires-,
O. If the property is located within the Adirondack Park, the approved variance is subject to review by
the Adirondack Park Agency (APA). The applicant is cautioned against taking any action until the
APA's review is completed;
D. Final approved plans in compliance with an approved variance must be submitted to the Coramurifty
Development Department before any farther review by the Zoning Administrator or Building &. cedes
personnel'
E. Subsequent issuance of farther permits, including sign permits are dependent on receipt of these final
plans;
F. Upon approval of the application: review and approval of final plans by the Community Development
Department the applicant can apply for a sign permit unless the proposed project requires review,
approval, or pen-nit from the Town Planning Board and/or the Adirondack Park Agency, ire George
Park Commission or other State agency or department.
Duly adopted this 240' day of January 24, 2018, by the following vote:
AYES
DOES: