Switchco SITE PLAN APP Site Plan Review Application
Review Process:
Applicant and/or agent shall meet with Zoning Administrator to determine type of review needed
Pre-submission meeting with staff is required to determine general completeness of application materials(to
be held no later than 1 week prior to deadline submittal-Call (518)761-8220 for an appointment).
Application submittal: one (1) original application package, one (1) deed and 14 copies of the application
package with the application fee*
Determination of application completeness and placement on an agenda
Planning Board meetings are generally the third & fourth Tuesday'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. If your application
was denied your project cannot proceed as submitted.
*Fee: $100.00 (0 to 10,000 sf); $250.00 (10,001 to 30,000 so; $500.00 (30,001 to 100,000 so; $1,000.00
(100,000+SO
Zoning Staff& Contact Information:
Craig Brown, Director of Planning,Zoning&Code Compliance qraiqb@Clueensbu!3L.net
Laura Moore, Land Use Planner Imoore@queensbury net
Pam Whiting,Office Specialist(518-761-8220) Pam—w@gueensbu!y.net
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General information
Tax Parcel ID: 309.13-1-73
Zoning District: Cl
Lot size: 16.38 acres
Current Use: Vacant
Proposed Use: Hotel
Project Location: Corinth Road&1-87
Applicant Name Switchco, LLC Address:
P.O. Box 503 Glens Falls, NY
Home Phone Cell:
Work Phone (518)796-2179 Fax
E-Mail: jerrypn@live.com
Agent's Name: Bohler Engineering Address:
g g 17 Computer Drive West,Albany, NY
Home Phone Cell:
Work Phone (518)438-9900 Fax
E-mail joconnor@bohlereng.co
Owner's Name: Switchco, LLC Address
P.O. Box 503 Glens Falls, NY
Home Phone Cell
Work Phone (518)796-2179 Fax
E-mail er n om
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Site Development Data
Area!Type Existing sq.ft. Proposed Total sq.ft.
Additions .ft.
A. Building footprint 0. 13,800sf 13,800sf
B. Detached Garage NIA N/A N/A
C. Accessory Structure(s) 0 567sf 567sf
D. Paved, gravel or other hard surfaced area 0 83,240sf 83,240sf
E. Porches/Decks 0 613sf 613sf
F. Other(i.e.boathouse,sundeck, etc.) 0 0 0
G.Total Non-Permeable [Add A-F] 0 98,220sf 98,220sf
H. Parcel Area [43,560 sq. ft./acre] 16.38 acres 16.38 acres 16.38 acres
1. Percentage of Impermeable Area of Site [I=G/H] 0 13.8% 13.8%
Setback Requirements
Area Required Existing Proposed
Front[1] 75 ft 0 631 .7 ft
Front[2] 100 ft N/A 100 ft
Shoreline N/A N/A 100 ft
Side Yard[1] 20 ft 0
100.0 ft
Side Yard[2] 20 ft 0 778.2 ft
Rear Yard[1] 25 ft 0 303.2 ft
Rear Yard[2] N/A N/A 100 ft
Travel Corridor 75 ft 0 631 .7 ft
Height[max] 40 ft 0 55 ft
Permeability 30% 100% 87%
No. of parking spaces 108 0 108
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Additional Proiect Information
1• Will the proposal require a Septic Variance from the Town Board of Health? No
2. If the parcel has previous approvals, list application number(s): 28-2008
3. Does this project require coverage under the NYS DEC Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program?
Yes
4• Estimated project duration: Start Date 3/2016 End Date 3/2017
5. Estimated total cost of project: $2,000,000
6. Total area of land disturbance for project: 7.5 acres
Floor Area Ratio Worksheet
FLOOR AREA RATIO (FAR) --The relationship of building size to lot size, derived by dividing the total building
floor area by the lot size in square feet,yielding a percentage.
Zoning District Symbol Floor Area Ratio[FAR]
Commercial Intensive CI 0.08
Waterfront Residential WR 0.22
Commercial Moderate/Commercial Intensive CM/CI 0.3
Main Street MS 0.3
A. The combined area of all square footage,as measure from exterior walls of all structures on the property, including all
floors of the structures, garages, basements and attics with more than five (5) feet of ceiling height and covered
Porches. Building square footage does not include: Open deck, docks and that portion of covered docks extending
over water and one storage shed of one hundred twenty (120) square feet or less. Any additional sheds will be
included. (See"FLOOR AREA RATIO").
B. Commercial or industrial:the total area in square feet as measured from the exterior of the outside walls of a building
or structure, and when applicable,the sum total of all floor areas of the principal and accessory buildings or structures
on the project site.
A. Parcel Area 713.327 sq.ft.
B. Existing Floor Area o sq.ft. [see above definition]
C. Proposed Additional Floor Area 54,233 sq.ft.
D. Proposed Total Floor Area 54,233 sq ft
E. Total Allowable Floor Area 2213.998 sf (Area x 0.3 ) [see above table]
If D is larger than E, a variance or revisions to your plan may be needed. Please consult
w/Staff.
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§ 779-9-080 Requirements for Site Plan Approval. The Planning Board shall not approve a Site Plan unless it
first determines that such site plan meets the following Standards. Please prepare responses to each of the following
topics.
STANDARDS
A. The proposed project furthers or is consistent with the policies of the Town's Comprehensive Plan.
Yes, use by right.
B. The proposed project complies with all other requirements of this Chapter,including the site plan review standards as set forth in Paragraph F
of this section,the dimensional,bulk,and density regulations of the zoning district in which it is proposed to be located(Article 3 and Table 1),
the applicable requirements of all other Articles that apply. Variance required; height
C. The site plan encourages pedestrian activity intemally and,If practicable,to and from the site with pedestrian paths or sidewalks connected to
adjacent areas. Pending future development on greater parcel.
D. The site plan must conform to Chapter 136 Sewage and Sewage Disposal, Chapter 147 Stormwater Management Local taw, and other
applicable local laws. Yes
E. the proposed use shalt be in harmony with the general purpose or intent of this Chapter,specifically taking into account the location,character
and size of the proposed use and the description and purpose of the district in which such use is proposed,the nature and intensity of the
activities to be involved in or conducted in connection with the proposed use and the nature and rate of any increase in the burden on
supporting public services.and facilities which will follow the approval of the proposed use.Yes
F. The establishment,maintenance and operation of the proposed use will not create public hazards from traffic,traffic congestion or the parking
of vehicles and/or equipment or be otherwise detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of persons residing or working in the
neighborhood or to the general welfare of the town.Traffic access and circulation,road intersections,road and driveway widths,and traffic
controls will be adequate. Yes, refer to traffic report.
G. Off-street parking and loading facilities will be appropriately located and arranged and sufficient to meet traffic anticipated to be generated by
the new use. The establishment of vehicle links between parking areas of adjacent properties are provided where feasible. This furthers the
Town's goal of reducing curb cuts and reducing congestion.A twenty-foot wide connection Is required. If adjacent properties are either
undeveloped or previously developed without having made provision for future linkage, then a future connection must be identified and
provided for in the site plan under review for such future linkage when the time arises. The Planning Board may require proof that the
applicant has made contact with adjacent property owners for purposes of coordinating linkages with adjacent properties.Yes
H. The project shall not have an undue adverse impact upon the natural,scenic,aesthetic,ecological,wildlife,historic,recreational or open space
resources of the town or the Adirondack Park or upon the adequate provision of supporting facilities and services made necessary by the
project,taking into account the commercial,industrial,residential,recreational or other benefits that might be derived from the project.In
making the determination hereunder,the Planning Board shall consider those factors pertinent to the project contained in the development
considerations set forth herein under§179-9.080 of this chapter,and in so doing,the Planning Board shall make a net overall evaluation of
the project in relation to the development objectives and general guidelines set forth in§179-9-080 of this Article. Yes
1. The provision for and arrangement of pedestrian traffic access and circulation,walkway structures,control of intersections with vehicular traffic
and overall pedestrian convenience shall be safe and adequate for pedestrian movement. Pedestrian connections between adjacent sites
shall be provided to encourage pedestrianuse.Pending future development on greater parcel.
J. Stormwater drainage facilities will prevent an increase of post development drainage flows as compared to pre-development drainage flows.
Drainage of the site shall recharge ground water to the extent practical. Surface waters flowing off-site shall not degrade any streams or
adversely affect drainage on adjacent properties or public roads. Facilities shall be in conformance with the drainage standards of Chapter
147 of the Town Code and the Town of Queensbury Subdivision Regulations where applicable. Yes
K. The water supply and sewage disposal facilities will be adequate and will meet all applicable and current requirements set forth by Department
of Health regulations and Chapter 136 of the Town Code.Supply is adequate per Queensbury Water Department/Waste Water Department
L. The adequacy,type and arrangement of trees,shrubs and other suitable plantings, landscaping and screening shall effectively provide a
visual and/or noise buffer between the applicants and adjoining lands, including the maximum retention of existing vegetation and
maintenance,including replacement ofdead or deceased plants. Per Town standard
M. Fire lanes,emergency zones,and fire hydrants will be adequate and meet the needs and requirements of emergency service providers. Yes
N. The design of structures,roadways and landscaping in areas susceptible to ponding, flooding and/or erosion will minimize or avoid such
impacts to the maximum extent practicable.NSA
O. The site plan conforms to the design standards,landscaping standards and performance standards of this chapter. Yes
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§ 179-9-050 Application for Site Plan Review
Aiasent any waiver or waivers,an application for Site Plan Review shall include the following:
REQUIREMENTS Sheet#
A A vicinity map drawn at the scale that shows the relationship of the proposal to existing community facilities which affect or serve it, 3
such as roads,shopping areas,schools, etc. The map shall also show all properties, identify owners,subdivisions,streets,and
easements wlhin 500 feet of the property. Such a sketch may be superimposed on a United States Geological Survey map of the
area.
B The site plan shall be drawn at a scale of forty feet to the Inch(1'=40 feel)or such other scale as the Planning Board may deem
appropriate,on standard 24'x 36'sheets,with continuation on 8'h'x 11'sheets as necessary for written information. The information 6 & 7
listed below shall be shown on the site plan and continuation sheets.
C Name of the project,boundaries,date,north arrow,and scale of the plan. 6&7
D Name and address of the owner of record,developer,and seal of the engineer,architect,or landscape architect. if the applicant is not
the record owner,a letter of authorization shall be required from the owner Q 7
E The location and use of all existing and proposed structures within the property,including all dimensions of height and floor area,all
exterior entrances,and all anticipated future additions and alterations. &
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F The location of all present and proposed public and private ways, off-street parking areas, driveways, outdoor storage areas,
sidewalks,ramps,curbs,paths,landscaping,walls,and fences. Location,type,and screening details for all waste disposal containers 6 & 7
shall also be shown.
G The location,height,intensity,and bulb type.(sodlum,incandescent,etc.)of all external lighting fixtures. The direction of fliumination 17 & 18
and methods to eliminate glare onto adjoining properties must also be shown in compliance with§179-6-020.
H The location,height,size,materials,and design of all proposed signs. 7
The location of all present and proposed utility systems including:
1. Sewage or septic system;
2. Water supply system; 10 & 11
3. Telephone,cable,and electrical systems; and
4. Storm drainage system including existing and proposed drain lines,culverts,catch basins,headwalls,endwalls,hydrants,
manholes,and drainage swales.
J Plans to prevent the pollution of surface or groundwater, erosion of soil both during and after construction, excessive runoff,and 13 &
flooding of other properties, as applicable. A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Pian (SWPPP) for all land development activities
(excluding agricultural activities)on the site that results in land disturbance of 1-acre or more. A SWPPP shall comply with the 14
requirements of the OEC SPDES MS-4 General Permit and Chapter 147 of the Town of Queensbury Code. It shall be at the
discretion of the Planning Board as to whether a SWPPP or an erosion and control plan shall be required for a site plan review project
land disturbance of less than 1-acre.
K Existing and proposed topography at two-foot contour intervals,or such other contour interval as the Planning Board shall allow, All 8 & 9
elevations shall refer to the nearest United States Coastal and Geodetic Bench Mark. If any portion of the parcel is within the 100-
year floodplain,the area will be shown,and base flood elevations given. Areas shall be Indicated within the proposed site and within
50 feet of the proposed site where soil removal or filling Is required,showing the approximate volume in cubic yards.
L A landscape plan showing all existing natural land features that may Influence the design of the proposed use such as rock outcrops; 19 &
stands of trees,single trees eight or more inches in diameter,forest cover,and water sources,and all proposed changes to these
features including sizes and types of plants. Water sources Include ponds,lakes,wetlands and watercourses,aquifers,floodplain, 20
and drainage retention areas.
M Land Use District boundaries within 500 feet of the site's perimeter shall be drawn and identified on the site plan,as well as any
Overlay Districts that apply to the property.
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REQUIREMENTS CONTINUED Sheet#
N Traffic flow patterns within the site,entrances and exits,and loading and unloading areas,as well as curb cuts on the site and within
100 feet of the site. The Planning Board may,at its discretion,require a detailed traffic study for large developments or for those in
heavy traffic areas,which shall include: Site
1. The projected number of motor vehicle trips to enter or leave the site,estimated for weekly and annual peak hour traffic
levels;
2. The projected traffic flow pattern including vehicular movements at all major intersections likely to be affected by the
proposed use of the site;
3. The impact of this traffic on levels of service on abutting public streets and at affected intersections. Existing and proposed
weekly and annual peak hour traffic levels and road capacity levels shall also be given.
0 For new construction or alterations to any structure,a table containing the following information shall be included: 6
1. Estimated area of structure to be used for particular purposes such as retail operation,office,storage,etc.;
2. Estimated maximum number of employees;
3. Maximum seating capacity,where applicable;and
4. Number of parking spaces existing and required for the intended use.
P 1. Floor Plans.
2. Elevations at a scale of one-quarter inch equals one foot(1/4°=1 foot)for all exterior facades of the proposed structure(s)and/or Encl.
alterations to or expansions of existing facades,showing design features and indicating the type and color of materials to be used. Encl.
Q Soil logs,water supply well and percolation test results,and storm runoff calculations,as needed to determine and mitigate project p 4
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impacts. V
R Plans for disposal of construction and demolition waste,either on-site or at an approved disposal facility. 6&7
S Pians for snow removal,including location(s)of on-site snow storage. 6
T An Environmental Assessment Form("EAP'),as required by the SEQRA regulations,with Part 1 completed by the Applicant shall be
submitted as part of the application. If the proposed project requires a special use permit and an EAF has been submitted in Encl.
conjunction with a special use permit application,a duplicate EAF is not required for the site plan application..
U if an application is for a parcel or parcels on which more than one use is proposed,the applicant may submit a single application for N/A
all such uses provided the proposed uses are accurately delineated on a site plan drawn pursuant to the requirements set forth
above. The Planning Board may grant the application with respect to some proposed uses and not others. For purposes of reviewing
an application (and for SEQRA compliance)all proposed uses on a single parcel or on contiguous parcels shalt be considered
together.
V A brief narrative statement on how the project proposed for review furthers or is consistent with the vision,goals and policies in the
Town's Comprehensive Pian. cover Letter
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Pre-Submission Conference Form 0179-4-0401
1. Tax Map ID 309.13-1-73
2. Zoning Classification Commercial Intensive
3 Table of Allowed uses Motel is subject to Site Plan Review
4. Ordinance Section# �`I_` L(
5. Pre-Submission Meeting Notes; Outstanding Items To Be Addressed include:
Deed 1 Yes No
General Information complete X Yes No
Site Development Data Complete X Yes No
Setback Requirements Complete X Yes No
Additional X Complete Project Information Pro1 p Yes No
*Coverage under DEC SWPPP Program X Yes No ca-,("i/,I
FAR Worksheet complete X Yes No
Standards addressed X Yes No
Checklist items addressed X Yes No
Environmental Form completed X Yes No
Signature Page completed Yes x No
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!Applicant must provide.office with Notice of Intent N01 • SWPPP Acceptance Form DEC letter issuing permit number:
Notice of Termination N T
Staff Representative: o-)� c- P)P
Applicant/Agent: D.o�
Date:
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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:
Designates:
As agent regarding: Variance Site Plan Subdivision
For Tax Map No.: Section Block Lot
Deed Reference: 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 parry
Owner: Switchco LLC; Mr. Gerard Nudi
Designates: Bohler Engineering MA and Jon Lapper, Esq. Barlett, Pontiff, Stewart&Rhodes P.C. Book, Page, Date:
As agent regarding: x Variance x Site Plan ,x, Subdivision 1204, 179,2/12/01
For Tax Map No.: 309.13 Section 1 Block Lot 34, 35, 73 3804,98,5/7/09
Deed Reference: Book Page Date 1001, 118, 11/15/96
APPLICANT SIGNATURE: DATE: 1—Ow 1 C, 3552,43, 5/2/08
2.) ENGINEERING FEE DISCLOSURE: Applications maybe 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$1,000 without 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/her/their 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.
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.
5.) OFFICIAL MEETING MINUTES 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.
6.) AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: 1, the undersigned, have thoroughly read and understand the
instructions for submission and agree to the submission requirements, I acknowledge no construction activities shall be commenced
prior to issuance of a valid permit. 1 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
approved plans and in conformance with local zoning regulations. 1 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 survey by
a licensed land surveyor of all newly constructed facilities prior to issuance of a certificateof occupancy
I hav read and agree the above.
Mr. Gerard Nudi(Switcho LLC)
Signature[Applicant] Print Name[Applicant] Date signed
Joshua D. O'Connor(Bohler Engineering)
Signature"[Agent] Print Name[Agent] Date signed
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