staff notes Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
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February 23, 2016
Site Plan PZ 62-2016 CURTIS D. DYBAS-DIMARTINO/ 97 Birdsall Road/Waterfront Residential -WR
SEQR Type II
Material Review: application, drawings, photos and survey
Parcel History: BP 2002-334 Replace dock; BP 93658 dwelling alterations, AV 64-2016
Requested Action
Construction of an open breeze-way between the house and garage as an expansion of a non-conforming
structure requires planning board review and approval.
Resolutions
1. Site Plan review and decision
Project Description
Applicant proposes construction of 100 sq. ft. breezeway between the garage and house at the second floor.
Pursuant to Chapter 179-13-010 of the Zoning Ordinance, expansion of nonconforming structure shall be
subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Staff Comments
Site plan overall: The applicant proposes to construct a 100 sq ft addition for a covered access from the garage
to the house. The new addition increases the floor area ratio and expands an existing non-conforming structure.
Site layout—the plans show the location of the covered area to be over an existing patio area. The project
includes alterations to the area between the home and the residence with a platform and adjustments to the
concrete steps. The breezeway roof will match the existing garage roofing. The new construction meets the
side setback requirements of 12 ft.
Elevations—the plans show the elevation of the breezeway and photos of the existing conditions
Floor plans—the plans show the exterior arrangement of the outdoor space and the proposed construction area.
The applicant has requested waivers for the following items: h. signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1.
landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition
disposal s. snow removal
Nature of the Variance
Granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals 2/17/16. The applicant requests relief from floor area ratio where 22%
is allowed and the applicant proposes 47%. The existing floor area is 45%.
Summary
The applicant has completed a site plan review application for the construction of a breeze-way between the
house and garage.
-- Town of Queensbury
Community Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION—Grant/Deny Site Plan Approval
Site Plan PZ 62-2016 Curtis D. Dybas
Tax Map ID: 289.17-1-35 /Property Address: 97 Birdsall Road/Zoning: WR
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board for Site Plan approval pursuant to Article 9
of the Town zoning Ordinance for: Applicant proposes construction of 100 sq. ft. breezeway between the
garage and house at second floor. Pursuant to Chapter 179-13-010 of the Zoning Ordinance, expansion of
nonconforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code-Chapter 179-9-080, the Planning
Board has determined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code;
Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code-Chapter 179-9-080, the Planning
Board has determined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code;
The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 2/23/2016 and continued the
public hearing to 2/23/2016 when it was closed,
The Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted by the applicant and all comments
made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including 2/23/2016;
The Planning Board determines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards
set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval,
MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN PZ 62-2016 CURTIS D. DYBAS;
Introduced by who moved for its adoption, seconded by
According to the draft resolution prepared by Staff with the following:
1) Waivers request granted/denied:
2 Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution.
a) Final approved plans, in compliance with the Site Plan, must be submitted to the Community
Development Department before any further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building and
Codes personnel;
b) The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Building Permit
and/or the beginning of any site work;
c) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with
this and all other conditions of this resolution;
d) Resolution to be placed on final plans in its entirety and legible.
Duly adopted this 23rd day of February, 2016, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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