12 17 2024
Queensbury Planning Board Agenda
First Regular Meeting: Tuesday, December 17, 2024 / Time 7 – 11 pm
Queensbury Activities Center @ 742 Bay Road
Approval of Minutes
Dates- October 15, 2024 and October 22, 2024
Administrative Items
Site Plan 3-2024 Kelly Family Trust- Request for a one year extension
Tabled Items
Applicant(s) DAVID HOWARD Application Type Subdivision Preliminary 1-2024
Subdivision Final 11-2024
Owner (s) Same as applicant SEQR Type Unlisted
Agent(s) Hutchins Engineering Lot size 25.78 acres
Location Sherman Ave Ward: 3 Zoning Classification: MDR
Tax ID No. 308.7-1-48.1 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 183
Cross Reference SUB 4-2003, SUB 19-2018, AV 3-2024 Warren Co. Referral n/a for subdivision
Public Hearing January 23, 2024; June 20, 2024; August 27, 2024;
December 17, 2024
Site Information Wetlands
Project Description: (Revised) Applicant proposes a two-lot subdivision of a 25.78-acre parcel. The parcel would be divided into 23.62 acres and 2.16
acres. The 23.62-acre parcel will remain vacant, and the 2.16-acre parcel will be developed for a single-family home. The new residential lot will have a
new home with associated site work. Pursuant to chapter 183, a two-lot subdivision shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Recommendation- Unapproved Development:
Applicant(s) STEPHEN HARADEN Application Type Site Plan 36-2024
Owner (s) Same as applicant SEQR Type Type II
Agent(s) Bartlett, Pontiff, Stewart & Rhodes, P.C. Lot size 0.36 acre
Location 334 Cleverdale Road Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: WR
Tax ID No. 226.12-1-74 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-050, 179-6-065
Cross Reference AV 13-2021, SP 11-2021, AV 36-2024 Warren Co. Referral July 2024
Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information APA, LGPC, CEA
Project Description: Applicant requests as built conditions for a 2021 project for a new 3-bedroom home with associated site work. The home has a
footprint of 2,751 sq ft with 232 sq ft of porch/deck area. The as-built conditions include hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline and other hard
surfacing. The hard surfacing includes a slate paver patio, other patio areas, and increased driveway area. In addition, the house and rain garden have
been relocated. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-050 & 179-6-065, site plan for hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline and request for as-built
conditions shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is requested for permeability, floor area and setbacks. The
Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Applicant(s) TIMOTHY BELLO Application Type Site Plan 72-2024
Owner (s) Timothy Bello & Chassidy Bello SEQR Type Type II
Agent(s) RU Holmes Engineers, PLLC. Lot size 2.11 acres
Location 40 Pulver Road Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: WR
Tax ID No. 227.14-1-10 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-050
Cross Reference AV 69-2024 Warren Co. Referral December 2024
Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information LGPC, APA, CEA
Project Description: Applicant proposes site improvements that include shoreline and slope stabilization, a recreation area, and a dry, stacked stone
retaining wall. Additionally, there will be a new tree planting plan and stormwater management installation. The applicant is complying with a notice of
violation for removal of vegetation within 35 ft of the shoreline without approval. The existing 1,096 sq ft home, 472 sq ft detached garage, 30 sq ft
accessory structure, and 1,276 sq ft of porch/deck areas will remain unchanged. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & 179-6-050, site plan for shoreline
work and plantings shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. The Planning Board shall provide a
recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Recommendations:
Applicant(s) GIGGLE HEAD, LLC. Application Type Site Plan 70-2024
Owner (s) Same as applicant SEQR Type Type II
Agent(s) Rucinski Hall Architecture Lot size 0.55 acre
Location 17 Sweet Road Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: CM
Tax ID No. 296.13-1-83 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040
Cross Reference AV 67-2024 Warren Co. Referral December 2024
Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information
Project Description: Applicant proposes to add a 427 sq ft connector addition between an existing 1807 sq ft building and a 577 sq ft building in order
to operate a massage treatment facility. Project includes updating the building for office services, restrooms, laundry, utility storage and an employee
area. Site work includes connections to municipal sewer, paving, landscaping and other site improvements. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for
new use in an existing building with more than 7 years since last consideration shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance:
Relief is sought for setbacks and parking. The Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Applicant(s) MICHAEL BERNHOLZ Application Type Site Plan 71-2024
Owner (s) Same as applicant SEQR Type Type II
Agent(s) SRA Engineers Lot size 0.47 acre
Location 55 Assembly Point Road Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: WR
Tax ID No. 239.12-2-17 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-5-065, 147
Cross Reference AV 68-2024 Warren Co. Referral December 2024
Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information CEA, LGPC, APA
Project Description: Applicant proposes to remove an existing 4-bedroom home to construct a new 3 bedroom home with a footprint of 2,560 sq ft, a 55
sq ft accessory structure, and 1,165 sq ft of porch/deck areas. The total floor area will be 5,500 sq ft. The project includes site work for new stormwater
management and maintaining the existing septic system. There is no tree removal proposed, and the shoreline buffer will utilize both existing and new
plantings. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-5-065 and 147, site plan for new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and
approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks, floor area, stormwater device, permeability and height. The Planning Board shall provide a
recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
New Business:
Applicant(s) HR VETERINARY PLLC Application Type Site Plan 73-2024
Owner (s) Peak RE Property LLC SEQR Type Type II
Agent(s) Northern Builders Lot size 0.48 acre, 0.23 acre
Location 319 Bay Road Ward: 2 Zoning Classification: CI
Tax ID No. 302.8-1-10, 302.8-1-11 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040
Cross Reference SP 1-1999, UV 1392-20067, SP 18-88, SP 28-88 Warren Co. Referral December 2024
Public Hearing December 17, 2024 Site Information
Project Description: Applicant proposes reusing an existing 4,959 sq ft building for a veterinary clinic. The project includes site work to increase the
site’s green space, upgrading the parking area for stormwater management, snow removal, fenced in area and landscaping. The building work will
include main floor alterations with no changes being made to the basement or attic areas. Additionally, the building exterior will be painted a neutral
Adirondack color and there will be changes made to some windows and doors. As part of this project, two parcels will be merged. Pursuant to chapter
179-3-040, site plan for site alterations and building in a commercial intensive zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Applicant(s) SCHALDONE CUSTOM
CARPENTRY/PORRECA
Application Type Site Plan 75-2024
Special Use Permit 7-2024
Owner (s) Papnkel Enterprises, LLC. SEQR Type Unlisted
Agent(s) Justin Schaldone Lot size 19.9 acres
Location 159 Sunnyside Road Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: RR-3A
Tax ID No. 279.17-1-60 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-10-040
Cross Reference SP 52-2003, SUB 4-2010, AV 21-2010, SP 41-
2010, SP 18-2021, SUP 1-2021
Warren Co. Referral December 2024
Public Hearing December 17, 2024 Site Information
Project Description: Applicant proposes construction of a 2,200 sq ft addition with 2 bay doors for equipment storage. The addition will match the
existing 5,880 sq ft building and will be for indoor storage equipment for High Peaks. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & 179-10-040, site plan for an
addition to a commercial building and special use permit for existing tree service in the Rural Residential 3A zone shall be subject to Planning Board
review and approval.
- Any further business which may be properly brought before the Board -