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December 14,2022
Administrative Items:
Approval of Meeting Minutes for November 16, 2022 and
November 3 0, 2 022
AV 49-2022 (Faden Enterprises) request to be Tabled to
January 18, 2023
Tabled Items:
AV 63-2022 3 Sons and Holly LLC (Michael Carey Jr.)
New Business:
AV 54-2022 Paul Nasrani
AV 64-2022 Adirondack Retirement Specialists
SV 7-2022 Immunotek Bio Centers
Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda
Meeting: December 14, 2022 Time: 7:00- 1 1:00 pm
Queensbury Activities Center— 742 Bay Road
Agenda subject to change and may be found at: www.queensbury.net
Administrative Items: Approval of Meeting Minutes for November 16, 2022 & November 30, 2022
AV 49-2022 (Fades Enterprises) Request to be Tabled to January 18, 2023
TABLED ITEMS:
Applicant(s)
3 Sons and Holly, LLC (Michael Carey
Area Variance Number
AV 63-2022
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Owner(s)
3 Sons and Holly, LLC
SEQRA Type
Type II
Agent(s)
Studio A Landscape, Arch. & Eng.; Jon
Lot Size
0.38 acres
Lapper, Esq.
Location & Ward
28 Holly Lane Ward 1
Zoning
WR
Tax Id No
239.12-2-57
Section
179-3-040; 179-6-065; 179-4-080;
147
Cross Ref
SP 76-2022
Warren County Planning
November 2022
Public Hearing
November 16, 2022; December 14, 2022
Adirondack Park Agency
ALD
Proiect Description: (Revised) Applicant proposes alterations to an existing home and site. The project includes a 416 sq. ft. addition
to the existing home of 1,275 sq. ft. footprint. The deck portions include removal of deck/porch areas to construct a new 72 sq. ft.
porch and a 200 sq. ft. porch. The new floor area is 3,225 sq. ft. Site work includes installation of an on -grade paver patio area, stone
slab path, enlarging the fire pit area, and reduction of hard surfacing also proposed. In addition, there is to be a rain garden and
shoreline plantings added to the site. There are no changes to the existing 1,152 sq. ft. floor area garage with living space. Site plan for
new floor area in a CEA, expansion of nonconforming structure, and hard -surfacing within 50 ft. of the shoreline. Relief is requested
for permeability, expansion of a nonconforming structure, and setbacks.
NEW BUSINESS:
Applicant(s)
Paul Nasrani
Area Variance Number
AV 54-2022
Owner(s)
Paul Nasrani
SEQRA Type
Type II
Agent(s)
Jarrett Engineers, PLLC
Lot Size
6.48 acres
Location & Ward
790 Bay Road Ward 1
Zoning
MDR
Tax Id No
289.15-1-47
Section
183; 179-3-040; Chapter 94
Cross Ref
FWW 17-2022; SUB 12-2022; SUB 14-
2021
Warren County Planning
December 2022
Public Hearing
December 14, 2022
Adirondack Park Agency
n/a
Project Description: Applicant proposes a 3-lot subdivision: Lot 1 at 2 acres with house; Lot 2 at 2.05 acres; and Lot 3 at 2.23 acres.
Two new houses are to be constructed on the remaining lots with shared driveway (Lots 2 & 3). On site septic and connection to
existing municipal water. Site plan for subdivision and freshwater wetlands for work within 100 ft. Relief is requested for lot frontages.
Applicant(s)
Adirondack Retirement Specialists
Area Variance Number
AV 64-2022
Owner(s)
ARS RE Holdings Inc.
SEQRA Type
Type II
Agent(s)
Rucinski Hall Architecture
Lot Size
1.08 ac 16
Location & Ward
310 Bay Rd. Ward 2
Zoning
Cl
Tax Id No
302.8-1-16 & 302.8-1-17
Section
179-3-040
Cross Ref
SP 77-2022; SV 11-2002; AV 136-1992; SP
62-99; SP 57-92
Warren County Planning
December 2022
Public Hearing
December 14, 2022
Adirondack Park Agency
n/a
Proiect Description: Applicant proposes to complete access renovations and other alterations to an existing 2-story building. The
plans indicate there are two south side entry porches to be renovated, a new entryway to be created on the north side, and a renovation
of the first story on the west side. The building will maintain a 3,215 sq. ft. footprint. The existing porch areas of 249 sq. ft. will be
improved with 360 sq. ft. total of new porch areas. Site plan for alterations and new construction to a building in the CI zone. Relief is
requested for setbacks.
Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda
Meeting: December 14, 2022 Time: 7:00- 1 1:00 pm
Queensbury Activities Center — 742 Bay Road
Agenda subject to change and may be found at: www.queensbury.net
Applicant(s)
Immunotek Bio Centers
Sign Variance Number
SV 7-2022
Owner(s)
176 Quaker Road LLC
SEQRA Type
Unlisted
A ent s
Erik Sandblom (SRA Engineers)
Lot Size
2.32 acres
Location & Ward
176 Quaker Rd. Ward 2
Zoning
Cl
Tax Id No
302.7-1-42
Section
140
Cross Ref
SV 5-2022; SP 63-2022; SV 21-2000; SV 66-
1996; UV 112-1992; UV 88-1992; SP 44-1996;
SP 48-92
Warren County Planning
December 2022
Public Hearing
December 14, 2022
Adirondack Park Agency
n/a
Proiect Description: Applicant proposes a freestanding sign of 47.25 sq. ft. panel to replace the existing panel. The existing building
of 15,500 s . ft. remains the same. The wall signs were previously approved. Relief is requested for size of sign and setback of sign.
Any further business that the Chairman determines may be properly brought before the Zoning Board of Appeals
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Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Area Variance No.: 63-2022
Project Applicant:
3 Sons and Holly, LLC
Project Location:
28 Holly Lane
Parcel History:
SP 76-2022
SEQR Type:
Type II
Meeting Date:
December 14, 2022
Description of Proposed Project:
(Revised) Applicant proposes alterations to an existing home and site. The project includes a 416 sq. ft. addition
to the existing home of 1,275 sq. ft. footprint. The deck portions include removal of deck/porch areas to
construct a new 72 sq. ft. porch and a 200 sq. ft. porch. The new floor area is 3,225 sq. ft. Site work includes
installation of an on -grade paver patio area, stone slab path, enlarging the fire pit area, and reduction of hard
surfacing also proposed. In addition, there is to be a rain garden and shoreline plantings added to the site. There
are no changes to the existing 1,152 sq. ft. floor area garage with living space. Site plan for new floor area in a
CEA, expansion of nonconforming structure, and hard -surfacing within 50 ft. of the shoreline. Relief is
requested for permeability, expansion of a nonconforming structure, and setbacks.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief for permeability, expansion of a nonconforming structure, and setbacks for
residential additions and site work. The project site is on a 0.34 ac parcel in the VWR zone.
Section 179-3-040 dimensional
Relief is requested for permeability where 71.6% is proposed and 75% is required. The deck to be setback 39
ft. where a 50 ft. setback is required. Stormwater device proposed to be 35 ft. where 100 ft. is required.
Criteria for considering an Area Variance according to Chapter 267 of Town Law:
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. The applicant proposes alterations to an existing home and site.
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 limited due to the location
of the existing home near the shoreline.
3. Whether the requested area variance is substantial. The relief requested may be considered minimal
relevant to the code. The relief requested for permeability is 3.4% and setback relief is 11 ft. for the deck
and 65 ft. for stormwater device.
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 to no impact on the physical or the environmental conditions of the area. Stormwater controls are
proposed.
5. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created. The difficulty may be considered self-created.
Staff comments:
The applicant proposes alterations to the existing home to create a new entryway. The additional work includes
a new deck to the back of the home and patio area improvement. The plans show the new addition entry
elevation and the floor print area of the new deck. The revised information provided indicates the site was at
75% permeable when an additional paved area was completed prior to the proposed project.
Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
` Zoning Board of Appeals — Record of Resolution
Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, NY 12804 (518) 761-8238
town of Queensburp
Area Variance Resolution To: Approve / Disapprove
Applicant Name: 3 Sons and Holly, LLC (Michael Carey, Jr.)
File Number: AV 63-2022
Location: 28 Holly Lane
Tax Map Number: 239.12-2-57
ZBA Meeting Date: November 16, 2022; December 14, 2022
The Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Queensbury has received an application from 3 Sons and Holly,
LLC (Michael Carey Jr.). (Revised) Applicant proposes alterations to an existing home and site. The project
includes a 416 sq. ft. addition to the existing home of 1,275 sq. ft. footprint. The deck portions include removal
of deck/porch areas to construct a new 72 sq. ft. porch and a 200 sq. ft. porch. The new floor area is 3,225 sq. ft.
Site work includes installation of an on -grade paver patio area, stone slab path, enlarging the fire pit area, and
reduction of hard surfacing also proposed. In addition, there is to be a rain garden and shoreline plantings added
to the site. There are no changes to the existing 1,152 sq. ft. floor area garage with living space. Site plan for
new floor area in a CEA, expansion of nonconforming structure, and hard -surfacing within 50 ft. of the
shoreline. Relief is requested for permeability, expansion of a nonconforming structure, and setbacks.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief for permeability, expansion of a nonconforming structure, and setbacks for
residential additions and site work. The project site is on a 0.34 ac parcel in the WR zone.
Section 179-3-040 dimensional
Relief is requested for permeability where 71.6% is proposed and 75% is required. The deck to be setback 39
ft. where a 50 ft. setback is required. Stormwater device proposed to be 35 ft. where 100 ft. is required.
SEQR Type II — no further review required;
A public hearing was advertised and held on November 16, 2022 and December 14, 2022.
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
of NYS Town Law and after discussion and deliberation, we find as follows:
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There is / is not an undesirable change in the character of the neighborhood nor a detriment to nearby
properties because
2. Feasible alternatives are and have been considered by the Board, are reasonable and have been
included to minimize the request OR are not possible.
3. The requested variance is / is not substantial because
4. There is / is not an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood or
district?
S. The alleged difficulty is / is not self-created because
6. In addition, the Board finds that the benefit to the applicant from granting the requested variance would
outweigh (approval) / 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;
8. 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
NO. 63-2022, Introduced by , who moved for its adoption, seconded by
Duly adopted this 14th Day of December 2022 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Area Variance No.: 54-2022
Project Applicant: Paul Nasrani
Project Location: 790 Bay Road
Parcel History: FWW 17-2022; SUB 12-2022; SUB 14-2021
SEQR Type: Type II
Meeting Date: December 14, 2022
Description of Proposed Project:
Applicant proposes a 3-lot subdivision: Lot 1 at 2 acres with house; Lot 2 at 2.05 acres; and Lot 3 at 2.23 acres.
Two new houses are to be constructed on the remaining lots with shared driveway (Lots 2 & 3). On site septic
and connection to existing municipal water. Site plan for subdivision and freshwater wetlands for work within
100 ft. Relief is requested for lot frontages.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief for lot frontages and flag lots for the proposed 3 lot subdivision. The project is
located in the MDR zone on a 6.48 ac parcel
Section 179-4-050-frontage, 179-4-010- flag, 179-19-020 road frontage
Relief is being requested for lot frontage for Lot 1 where 132 ft. is proposed and 200 ft. is required. Relief is
requested for creation of two flag lots. Relief is also requested for Lot 2 lot frontage of 78 ft. proposed and Lot
3 frontage proposed of 26 ft. where 100 ft. is required.
Criteria for considering an Area Variance according to Chapter 267 of Town Law:
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. The project may be
considered to have little to no impact on the neighboring properties.
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. The feasible alternatives may include reducing the
number of lots.
3. Whether the requested area variance is substantial. The relief may be considered moderate relevant to
the code. Lot frontage for Lot 1 relief of 68 ft. Relief for creation of two flag lots. Lots 2 lot frontage of 22
ft and Lot 3 frontage of 74 ft.
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 be considered
to have minimal to no impact on the environmental conditions of the site or area.
5. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created. The project as proposed may be considered self-created.
Staff comments:
The project proposed is a 3-lot subdivision where Lot 1 will be 2.13 acres with an existing
house, lot 2 will be 2.08 acres and lot 3 would be 2.27 acres. Two new houses to be constructed on the
remaining lots. The project includes a new shared driveway for the second and third lots. The new sites will
have onsite septic and connect to the existing municipal water. The project includes site work within 100 ft of
freshwater wetlands. The plan shows the 3 lots with locations for the house septic and water connection. The
wetlands are also noted on the site.
Zoning Board of Appeals — Record of Resolution
Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, NY 12804 (518) 761-8238
a
Town of Qucensbur},
Area Variance Resolution To: Approve / Disapprove
Applicant Name: Paul Nasrani
File Number: AV 54-2022
Location: 790 Bay Rd.
Tax Map Number: 289.15-1-47
ZBA Meeting Date: December 14, 2022
The Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Queensbury has received an application from Paul Nasrani.
Applicant proposes a 3-lot subdivision: Lot 1 at 2 acres with house; Lot 2 at 2.05 acres; and Lot 3 at 2.23 acres.
Two new houses are to be constructed on the remaining lots with shared driveway (Lots 2 & 3). On site septic
and connection to existing municipal water. Site plan for subdivision and freshwater wetlands for work within
100 ft. Relief is requested for lot frontages.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief for lot frontages and flag lots for the proposed 3 lot subdivision. The project is
located in the 1MR zone on a 6.48 ac parcel
Section 179-4-050-frontage, 179-4-010- flag, 179-19-020 road frontage
Relief is being requested for lot frontage for Lot 1 where 132 ft. is proposed and 200 ft. is required. Relief is
requested for creation of two flag lots. Relief is also requested for Lot 2 lot frontage of 78 ft. proposed and Lot
3 frontage proposed of 26 ft. where 100 ft. is required.
SEQR Type II — no further review required;
A public hearing was advertised and held on December 14, 2022.
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
of NYS Town Law and after discussion and deliberation, we find as follows:
PER THE DRAFT PROVIDED BY STAFF
1. There is / is not an undesirable change in the character of the neighborhood nor a detriment to nearby
properties because
2. Feasible alternatives are and have been considered by the Board, are reasonable and have been
included to minimize the request OR are not possible.
3. The requested variance is / is not substantial because
4. There is / is not an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood or
district?
5. The alleged difficulty is / is not self-created because
6. In addition, the Board finds that the benefit to the applicant from granting the requested variance would
outweigh (approval) / would be outweighed by (denial) (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;
8. 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
NO. 54-2022, Introduced by , who moved for its adoption, seconded by
Duly adopted this 14th Day of December 2022 by the following vote:
AYES
NOES:
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Area Variance No.: 64-2022
Project Applicant: Adirondack Retirement Specialists
Project Location: 310 Bay Road
Parcel History: SP 77-2022; SV 11-2002; AV 136-1992; SP 62-99; SP 57-92
SEQR Type: Type II
Meeting Date: December 14, 2022
Description of Proposed Project:
Applicant proposes to complete access renovations and other alterations to an existing 2-story building. The
plans indicate there are two south side entry porches to be renovated, a new entryway to be created on the north
side, and a renovation of the first story on the west side. The building will maintain a 3,215 sq. ft. footprint. The
existing porch areas of 249 sq. ft. will be improved with 360 sq. ft. total of new porch areas. Site plan for
alterations and new construction to a building in the CI zone. Relief is requested for setbacks.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief for setbacks of commercial additions and building improvements. The project is
located in the Commercial Intensive zone on a 1.08 ac parcel.
Section 179-3-040 dimensional
The 46 sq ft porch is located 59 ft 3 inches from the road, the 169 sq ft porch is located 33 ft 9 inches from the
road where a 75 ft setback is required. The 46 sq ft porch is located 17 ft 5 inches from the north property line
where a 20 ft setback is required. The front fagade area building improvements is 11 ft 10 inches where a 75 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. 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 existing building location and lot shape.
3. Whether the requested area variance is substantial. The request for relief may be considered moderate
relevant to the code. The relief for the north porch is front 15 ft 9 inches, side 2 ft 7 inches; west porch
front is 41 ft 3 inches; Front fagade relief is 63 ft 2 inches.
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. The applicant proposes new planting
beds around the foundation of the building
5. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created. The difficulty may be considered self-created.
Staff comments:
The applicant proposes alterations to an existing building for access entry areas with new porches and a lift.
The plans indicate the interior arrangement is modified for the entryway areas and interior alteration upstairs for
the restroom. The plans show the existing conditions and the proposed conditions.
Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Zoning Board of Appeals — Record of Resolution
Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, NY 12804 (518) 761-8238
Town of QZeensbun,
Area Variance Resolution To: Approve / Disapprove
Applicant Name: Adirondack Retirement Specialists
File Number: AV 64-2022
Location: 310 Bay Rd.
Tax Map Number: 302.8-1-16 & 302.8-1-17
ZBA Meeting Date: December 14, 2022
The Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Queensbury has received an application from Adirondack
Retirement Specialists. Applicant proposes to complete access renovations and other alterations to an existing
2-story building. The plans indicate there are two south side entry porches to be renovated, a new entryway to
be created on the north side, and a renovation of the first story on the west side. The building will maintain a
3,215 sq. ft. footprint. The existing porch areas of 249 sq. ft. will be improved with 360 sq. ft. total of new
porch areas. Site plan for alterations and new construction to a building in the CI zone. Relief is requested for
setbacks.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief for setbacks of commercial additions and building improvements. The project is
located in the Commercial Intensive zone on a 1.08 ac parcel.
Section 179-3-040 dimensional
The 46 sq ft porch is located 59 ft 3 inches from the road, the 169 sq ft porch is located 33 ft 9 inches from the
road where a 75 ft setback is required. The 46 sq ft porch is located 17 ft 5 inches from the north property line
where a 20 ft setback is required. The front fagade area building improvements is 11 ft 10 inches where a 75 ft
setback is required.
SEQR Type II — no further review required;
A public hearing was advertised and held on December 14, 2022.
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
of NYS Town Law and after discussion and deliberation, we find as follows:
PER THE DRAFT PROVIDED BY STAFF
There is / is not an undesirable change in the character of the neighborhood nor a detriment to nearby
properties because
2. Feasible alternatives are and have been considered by the Board, are reasonable and have been
included to minimize the request OR are not possible.
3. The requested variance is / is not substantial because
4. There is / is not an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood or
district?
5. The alleged difficulty is / is not self-created because
6. In addition, the Board finds that the benefit to the applicant from granting the requested variance would
outweigh (approval) / 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;
8. 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
NO. 64-2022, Introduced by , who moved for its adoption, seconded by
Duly adopted this 1411 Day of December 2022 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES
Town of Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Sign Variance No.: 7-2022
Project Applicant: Immunotek Bio Centers
Project Location: 176 Quaker Road
Parcel History: SV 5-2022; SP 63-2022; SV 21-2000; SV 66-1996; UV 112-1992; UV 88-1992; SP 44-1996;
SP 48-92
SEQR Type: Unlisted
Meeting Date: December 14, 2022
Description of Proposed Project:
Applicant proposes a freestanding sign of 47.25 sq. ft. panel to replace the existing panel. The existing building of 15,500
sq. ft. remains the same. The wall signs were previously approved. Relief is requested for size of sign and setback of sign.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief for a free standing sign -- size of sign and setback of sign. The project site is located in the
Commercial Intensive zone on a 2.23 ac parcel
Chapter 140 —signs
The proposed sign is to be 10.2 ft from the property line where a 15 ft setback is required. The sign is proposed
to be 47.25 sq ft where the maximum size for a 15 ft setback is 45 sq ft.
Criteria for considering a Sign Variance according to Chapter 140 of Town Law:
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 sign variance. Minimal to no impacts to the
neighborhood may be anticipated due to the location of the right -of way and the base for the sign is existing.
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. Feasible alternatives may be considered limited due to
the site configuration with drive areas and the building location.
3. Whether the requested sign variance is substantial. The relief requested may be considered minimal
relevant to the code. Relief is requested for 4.8 ft setback and 2.25 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.
5. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created. The difficulty may be considered self-created.
Staff comments:
The applicant proposes to replace a panel in existing sign base. The previous sign was part of an approved
project that did not have a survey for the sign location. The current applicant has provided a survey indicating
the free-standing sign was not located in a compliant location. The sign is consistent with the wall sign
advertisement for Immunotek. The plans show the location of the sign, size and wording.
Zoning Board of Appeals — Record of Resolution
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Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, NY 12804 (518) 761-8238
limn of Queensbun,
Sign Variance Resolution To: Approve / Disapprove
Applicant Name: Immunotek Bio Centers
File Number: SV 7-2022
Location: 176 Quaker Rd.
Tax Map Number: 302.7-1-42
ZBA Meeting Date: December 14, 2022
The Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Queensbury has received an application from Immunotek
Bio Centers. Applicant proposes a freestanding sign of 47.25 sq. ft. panel to replace the existing panel.
The existing building of 15,500 sq. ft. remains the same. The wall signs were previously approved. Relief
is requested for size of sign and setback of sign.
Relief Required:
The applicant requests relief for a free standing sign -- size of sign and setback of sign. The project site is
located in the Commercial Intensive zone on a 2.23 ac parcel
Chapter 140—signs
The proposed sign is to be 10.2 ft from the property line where a 15 ft setback is required. The sign is
proposed to be 47.25 sq ft where the maximum size for a 15 ft setback is 45 sq ft.
SEQR Type: Unlisted [Resolution / Action Required for SEQR]
Motion regarding Sign Variance No. 7-2022. Applicant Name: Immunotek Bio Centers based upon
the information and the analysis of the above supporting documentation provided by the applicant,
this Board finds that this will/will not result in any significant adverse environmental impact. So we
give it a Positive/Negative Declaration, Introduced by who moved for its
adoption, seconded by
Duly adopted this 14th Day of December 2022, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
A public hearing was advertised and held on Wednesday, December 14, 2022.
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 of NYS Town Law and after discussion and deliberation, we find as follows:
PER THE DRAFT PROVIDED BY STAFF:
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
2. Can the benefit sought by the applicant be achieved by some method, feasible for the applicant to
pursue, other than a 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? INSERT RESPONSE
5. Is the alleged difficulty self-created? INSERT RESPONSE
6. In addition, the Board finds that the benefit to the applicant from granting the requested variance
would outweigh (approval) / 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;
8. The Board also proposes the following conditions:
a)
b) ,
Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution.
(ZBA Board Member does not need to read the followingA through E):
A. 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;
B. 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;
C. Final approved plans in compliance with an approved variance must be submitted to the Community
Development Department before any further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building & codes
personnel'
D. Subsequent issuance of further permits, including sign permits are dependent on receipt of these final
plans;
E. 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.
Based on the above findings I make a MOTION TO APPROVE / DENY Sign Variance 7-2022,
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Duly adopted this 1411 Day of December 2022, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES: