PB Staff Notes May 16, 2017 PLA NN I N GI BOARD
STAFF NOTES
MAY 16, 2 017
Town of iueensbury Planning Hoard
Community Development Department Staff Notes
May 16, 2,017
Site Plan 4-2017 FRANK PERROTTA, JR.
Assembly Pt. Road Kao Rd, access /WR- Waterfiont Residential/ Ward I
n Type: 11
Material Review; revised plans with new septic location, green infrastructure, vegetation plan
Parcel History: Sunset Hill SUB 11-96,SP 38-2004 boathouse w/sundeck; AV 4-2017
Requested Action
Planning Board review and approval of a 3:,467 sq. ft. (footprint), 8,625: sq, ft, (11oor area) single fallaily home,
Resolutions
1. PB decision.
Project,J),escriptian
Applicant proposes a 3,467 sq. ft. (footprint), 8,625 sq., ft.. (floor area) single family home. Pursuant to Chapter
179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, major stormwater and project within 50 ft. of 151/a, slopes shall be subject
to Planning,Board review and approval.
Project Description:
(Revised): Applicant proposes a 3,467 sq., ft. (footprint), 8,625 sq. ft. (floor areal single f4mily home. Pursuant
to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, major stor�mwater and project within 50 ft. of 15% slopes shall
be subject to Planning Board review and, approval.
Staff Comments
a Location-The project site is lot 61 of the Sunset Hill Farm Subdivision with access ftom Knox Road next to a
home at 54 Knox.Rd.
& Sile Design- The project.is for,the constniction of a 3,4 67 sq., ft home that is located within 5 0 fi of 15%
slopes.. The land disturbance is 27,300 sf with the home: being built with slopes of the property. The
driveway is,a shared driveway as part of the Sunset Hill Farm Subdivision that will have access on Knox
Road. Shallow grass swal,e!s are Prospered on the site and new grading is directed to the: swales for
stormwater. Retaining walls, are also proposed
* Building-The new home is, to have a basement level, main floor and an upper level floor.
(revised x"77 7) Site layout and tolifity plan - The well location is west side of the home: and the septic is
now,on the north east side. There are existing overheadtailities for neighboring homes. The applicant may
choose underground utility that would be decided a later time.
(revised 411'7117) Grading and drainage plan and sediment and erosion control-The project is subject to
a major stormwater permit due to the amount of disturbance. The revised plans show an additional grass
swale area down gradient of the house site,.
* (revised 411717 Landscape plan The applicant has indicated residential plantings will be installed around
the home. The revised submission inc ludes-a re-vegetation plan that includes, utilizing some existing white
pine and distributing thern on site, This also includes the six deciduous trees to be planted on site also.
0 Site fighting plan-The applicant has indicated there, will be typical residential lighting at door entry areas,
post lights for the driveway and walkway and a floodlight for- the driveway all to be cutoff fixtures,
* Elevations--the elevations show the home being constructed us,ing the slope of the site. The west side of the
home will have the main entry way, gm-age access and driveway area; the east side will include the outdoor
patio area, main floor deck area and view towards the take. The home is,to have three levels where:the
height proposed is 32 ft and 28 ft is the maximum allowed., The plans show the relief requested is only for a
portion,of the house 18+�- ft of a 70 ft roof line. left elevation north side, on the shore side 5,2 ft in length of
a ft roof line,
Floor plans The floor plans show the basement area to include, a family room, bedroom, bathrooms,
mechanical room, cold storage etc; the main floor will include the great room, master bedroom, kitchen,
covered porch, garage;etc;the upper floor will include bedrooms,,bathroorns,,,and options,for the owner f6r
bedroom./storage areas over the garage.
Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waier,s on its own initiative: or at the written
request of an. applicant. The, application form identified as "Requirements" outlines the: items to appear on the
site plan or included, as attachments. At the time of application the applicant has either requested waivers,,
indicated the item not applicable or has not addressed the item/ left check box blank. This includes the follow
items listed under Requirements of the applicant's application:,h. signage:, parking,, and loading areas.
Nature of Variance
Variance was granted 3/22, The applicant requests,relieffor height where 28 ft is the maximum allowed and 32
ft is proposed.
Summary
The applicant has completed.a site plan application for the construction of a single family home and associated
site work where the project occurs within 50 ft of 151% slopes and is a major stormwater project.
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May 02, 2017
Mr.Craig Brown
ZoningAdministrator and Code Compliance Officer
Town of'Queensbury
742 Bay Road
Queensbury, New York 12804
Delivered via email only- Crani 8,@,queeiisbury.net
Re: Perrotto Residence
Town of Qveensbur)6 Warren Countj6 Ne'w York
Chazen Proje,ct#91700.02
Queensbury Rqf, NaP42017
Dear Mr. Brown-
'The Chazt-n Companies (Chazen), has receivedthe latest submission respondii" to technical comments
offered by Chazen on March 160 2017. Based upon ouir review, all technical comments offered have
been addressed to our satisfaction.
in the event the Planning Board or Town,staff have any questions or,require additional informatlon,,
please do not hesitate to contact me at(51 8) 824-1926.
Sincerely,
Sean M.IDoty, P.E., LEED AP,CPI' SM
Principal
Ma nageir,M u nicipal Engineed ng Services
cc; Sunny Sweet,Town Planning Office Administrator(via email)
Laura Moore,Town Land Use Planner(via email)
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Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION —Grant/ Deny, Site Plan Approval
SITE PLAN 4-2017 FRANK PERROTTA, JR.
Tax Map ID: 239.7-1-38 / Property Address. Assembly Point Road f Zoning:: WR
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board, for Site Plan approval, pursuant to article '
of the Town zoning Ordinance for: Applicant proposes a 3,467 sq. ft. (footprint), 8,625 sq. ft. (floor area;
single fa nily,home. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, major storinwpater and project
within 50 ft. of 15% slopes 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;
,As required by General Municipal Law Section 239-m the site plan application was referred to the Walrren
County Planning Department .for its recommendation;
The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site: plan application on 1/2412017 and continued the
public hearing to 5/16/2017, 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 5/16/2,017-,
The Planning Board determines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards
set forth in Article 9 o1 the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval,
MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE, SITE PLAN 4-2017 FRANK PERROTTAS JR., Introduced
by -who moved for its adoption;
Per the draft provided by staff conditioned upon the following conditions:
1) "waivers request grante:d/denied.
2) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution.
a) If application was referred to engineering, then engineering sign-off required prior to signature of
Zoning Administrator of the approved plans;
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b) Final approved plans should have dimensions and setbacks rnoted on the site plan/survey, floor plans
and elevation for the existing rooms and proposed rood in the building and ,site iunnpn ve ruts,,
c Final approved please, in compliance with the Site Plan, must be submitted to the Community
Development Department before any further review by theZoning Administrator or Building and
Codes personnel;
d) The applicant must meet with Staff` after approval. and, prior to issuance of Building Perin.it
and/or the beginning f any sitework;
e) Subsequent issuance of further permits, in lundin building permits is dependent Bann compliance with
this and all other conditions of this resolluti n
As-built plains to oeilify that the site plan is developed according to the approved planus to be provided
prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy;
Resolution to be placed,on final plmns in its entirety nndl legible.
Duly adopted this 16" day of May, 2017 by the fbilowirn vote-
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Site Plan 33-20,,1,7 @ 3300 Statie Route 9
Greg Teresi,
No Public Hearing
Draft resolution, — Planning Board ear
to the Zoning Appeals
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Stall'Notes
Ma.y 16, 2017
Site Plan -2017 GREG TERESI
3300 State Route 9L/WR— Waterfront Residential / Ward 1
SEAR Type 11
Material Review: naiTative, application, survey, site plan draw�ings
Parcel History: AV 31-2017
Requested Action,
Recommendation to,theZoning Board of Appeals for a 1,810 sq. ft. floor area,, 885 sq. ft. foot-print single family
dwelling. This includes, a boundary lot line adjustment for thenew home with a shared curb cut to the adjacent
parcel.
Resolutions
1. PB R recornmendati on to Zoning Board
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Applicant proposes 1,810 sq., ft floor area, 885 sq,,. ft. footprint single family dwelling. This,includes a
boundary lot line:adjustment for the new home with a shared curb, cut to the adjacent parcel. Paicel 239.18-1-
27,1 will reduce a 1.5 ac parcel to 0.91 acre and increase parcel 239,18--'.27.'2.to 0.81 acre. House construction
will be on parcel, 239.18,-1-2,7.2 and associated site work on both parcels. project stibjieettomajor'stormwater
in LGP. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance,, new construction within 50 ft. of 15% slopes
shall be subject to Plamiing Board review and approval. Variance.- Relief is sougbt for reduction of non-
conforming size parcel to less conforming size. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning
Board of Appeals.,
staff Comments
Location- Project site is, at 3300 State Route 9L
Site Design -']Che plans show the lot line adjustment dor the new parcels, where the 1.5 ac parcel being
reduced to, LO ac. The lot X1.0 ac) will contain an existing 3 bedroorn one-story home, 2-bedroorn one story
cabin and a 3 bedroom two-story. The adjoining lot 27.2 will be increased to 0.80 ac where a,new 3
bedroorn honie is proposed.
Site layout and utility plan —'rhe plans show the new horne will have on-site septic and a lake drawn water
line. Other utilities will be communications, and electric willbe provided frorn existing connections, The
plans also show the septic and lake drawn drinking water location for the adjoining lot.
Grading and drainage plan & Sediment a�nd erosion.control—The: plans show extensive grading where tile
new hornewill be located that extends, to,the adjoining lot.,
Landscape plan—The plansshow a vegetation plan .f6r the east side of the home includin white pine,,
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spruce and hemlock,.
Elevations—The elevations show a 28 ft in height building. The lake side area contains the walk out
basernent doors and above isan open deck area.
Floor plans-- "' floor plans show the basement,and main floor area,. The home is to have a walkout
basement area with 2- hedroorns. The main floor is to have a bedroom, great room area and kitchen area.
Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board, may grant waivers on its, own initiative or at the written
request of an applicant. The: application form identified as "Requirements" outlines the items toappear or, the
site plan or included as, attachments. t the time of a,pplication the applicant has either requested waivers,
indicated the item not applicable or,has not add.ressed the itrn/ left check box blank. This includes the follow
items listed under Requirements, of the applica,nt"s applicatiow g, site lighting, h. signage, n traffic,, o.
commercial alterations/construction details, r.. construction/de:molition disposal s,. snoremoval.
Nature of Variance
The applicant proposes to locate a stonnwater device less than 100 ft from the septic system 22 ft is proposed.
Relief is,also requested for,further reduction of a non-conforming parcel.ftorn, I.59 ac to '1. 0 ac
Lumman
The planning board is to provide a recommendation to the zba in regards't the relief requested for stormmwater
device setback and the reduction ofan existing non-conforMing parcel.
Meeting History: PB: I" meeting
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Town of Queensbury Planning Board.
RESOLUTION -Planning Board Recommendation to "Zoning Board of appeals
,area Variance 1X2017 GREG TERESI
Tax Map ID, 239,.18-1-x,7.1, -2 . /property Address: 3300 State Route 9L/ cunning: WR
The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes 1,810 sq, fl. floor area, 885 sq,
ft. footprint single family dwelling. This includes a boundary lot lime adjun:stmentfor the new home with a.
shared cu,:rb,cut to the adjacent parcel. Parcel X3'9.18-1-27.1 will reduce a 1.5 ac parcel.to Q.91 acre and increase
parcel 239.18-27.2 to, 0.81 acre. House construction will be on parcel 239.18-1-27.2 and associated site wort
on both,parcels. Project subject to major stormwater in le l"'. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning
Ordinance, new construction within 50 ft. of 15%slopes shall be subject to Planning Board review and
approval. Variance: Relief is sought for reduction of non-conformingsize peel to less confornnnirmg size.
Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the,honing bard of Appeals.
The Town of Queebury Zoning Ordinance, per Section, 179-9-1170 J ' , b. requires the Plan.ninng hard to
provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Beard of'Appeals dor projects that require beth Zoning Board
of ppe is & Planning Board approval;
The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the repel' request in the variance
application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding community,
and found that:.
MOTION TO MAK,E A RECOMMENDATION lel' BEHALF OIC" THE PLANNING,,,, AI TO THE
ZONING J30ARD ,0F APPEALS FOR. AREA VARIANCE NO. 31-2017 GREG TE I: Ivntrod,uced b
who moved lts adoption,and
a The Planning Beard,, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that
cannot be mitigated with current project proposal.
OR
b 'fine Planning Board,based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern-,
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Duty adopted this 16" day of May, 2017 by the following vete,
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Site Plan 38-2017@ Corinth (west of #310)
Chris
No Public Flearing
Draft hii Board recommendation
to the Z i g Board of Appeals
T'own of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
May 1 , 2017
Site Plan 3 8-2017' CHRIS MACKEY
Corinth Rd. (west of LQ) / L1-Commercial Light Industrial ill' 'Ward 4
SEQR Unlisted
Material Review: site drawing, building type image
Parcel History: AV 36-2017
lie, uested,Action
Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Applealsfor construction of a 2,450 sq, ft. storage building.
Resolutions
I w P13 recommendation
Pro et Description
Applicant proposes, construction of a ,o it sq, ft. storage building. Project includes a, single drive aisle around
building with, one acicess, to Corinth, Road, The site: will be cleared to install storm titer, drive aisle and,
plantings. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the: Zoning Ordinance, construction of a. storage building shall be
subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is requested for setbacks. Planning Board
shall provide a recomn, ilendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Staff Comments
9 Location-The project site is location. on Corinth Rd at the west property of'building at 310 Corinth Rd
a Arrangement- The blui[ding is proposed to,be at the ceriter of the property with a looped driveway access
Site Design- The:applicant proposes,to clear a 0.33 ac parcel to construct a 2450 sq ft building and for
associated site work.
Building- The proposed building is to be 2,450 sq, ft, to have multiple overhead doors, with a height less
than 310 fir. The interior of the building is to be an open floor plan for storage of family items,
Signage-There! is no signage proposed as, the project is single building for owner,self-istorage.
Site conditions-The existing site is, wooded and wil,l be cleared for project construction
Traffic- The plans shovel parking space, a one way drive aisle around the building at 15 ft wide. There is
also onlyone access point to the project site.
Site layout and utility plan i-The proposed building, will be connected to electric and water. There mill bile no
septic system installed as the site does not require a bathroom for non commercial storage use,
Grading and drainage plan and Sediment and erosion control: Infonnation on the plot plan shows drainage
to the property lines and then to the fron,t and rear of the property in shallow depressions on either side of
the driveway.
o Landscape plan -the plans show a small tree line:to reinain on the west property line and a planted tree line
on the east side of American Arborvitae. The east proptltyr line borders a residential use and the applicant is
req:uesting a waiver from providing a 50 ft buffer. The east property line also shows a fence to be existing
on the adjoining property -4 It chahilink fencing.
o Site lighting plain -The applicant has, indicated the lighting will be wall mounted fixtures, security lighting.
Final plans, should includic lighting fixture type, footcandle andthe number of u�nits.
4 Elevations- the applicant has included a photo image of the typical building type. Final plans should include
building elevation plans, showing dimensions.,
Floor plans -the floor plans shows an.open area and the door locations.
Pursuant to Section 179-9-0150 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative oar at the written
request of an applicant. Nowaivers have been requested,
Naturippif Variiance
The proposed building is to be located 50 ft from the front where a 7'51 ft setback is required. Then side setbacks,
are proposed to be 20 ft where:30 ft is required.
Summary
The planning'board is to provide a recommendation to the Ala in regards to the relief requested for setback
relief.
Meeting Histom PB I''t meeting
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Corinth Road Storage - Mackey
Corinth Road
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The Following comments are based on review of the submitted plum
1) Fly access to the site and driving surf to comply with 'Section 503.24 of
the 2015 1FC
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Fire Marshal
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RESOLUTION -Planning Board Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals
Area Variance 36-2017 CHRIS hIACKEY
Tax, Map ID: 308-16-1-54 1 Prpperty Address,: Corinth Rd. (west of#3 10)/,Zoning- CLI.
The applicant has submitted an application for the following- Applicant proposes construction of a 2,450 sq. ft.
storage building. Project includes a single drive aisle:around building with one access to Corinth Road, The
site will be cleared to install stormwater, drive aisle and plantings. Pursuant to Chapter 179'-3-040 of the
Zoning,Ordinance,, construction of a storage building shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Variance: Relief is requested for setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a,recommendation.to the Zoning
Board of Appeals.
The Town of Queensbury Zoning Ordinance, per Section 1.79-9-070 J 2 b, requires the Planning Board to
provide a written, recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals, for projects that require both Zoning Board
of Appeals & Planning Board approval;
The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the variance
application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surroundinnmunity,
and found that:
MOTION TO MAKE A RECOMMENDATIONOld BEHALF OFTHE PLANNING, BOARD TO THE,
BOT
ZONIENG LRD OF APPEALS FOR AREA VARIANCE, NO. 36-2017 CHRIS MACKEY: . Introduced
by who moved its adoption,and
a) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that
cannot be mitigated with current project proposal.
OR
b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas ofconcerri:
1)
Duly adopted this 10"day of'Ma 2017 by the following vote:
AYES:
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Subdivils,ion Preliminary Stage 7-2017
Subdivision Final, Stage 8_2017
168 Sunnyside Road (Sunnyside Pyr 3
.dames Beaty
No Public Hearing Scheduled
Draft t respl utu — Planning ung ; recommendation
to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
GL Cornrnunity Development Department Staff Notes
May 16, 2017
Subdivision, Pre]. Stage 7-2017 JAMES BEAT"
Subdivision Final Stage: 82017 168 Sunnyside Road/MDR— Moderate Dens,ity Residential / Ward 'I
SEQR Unlisted
Material Re:view: application, survey, photos
P'aivel History- 199 13 car detached garage; 1995 addition to apt. bldg_; 2004 septic alt.;
SP -93; ' P 13-2005 Elec. installations for night use; AV 35-2017
Requested Action
Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for subdivision of a 10.'86 acre parcel into two lots— one 0.33
acre and one 1,10.53 acres. Reliefis requested for lot sive, density, permeability & setbacks
Resolutions,
L PB recommendation
Project Nscrintion
Applicant proposes subdivision of a 10.86 acre parcel into two lots — canoe 033 acre and one 101.53 acres., Applicant
requests waiver frog sketch, plam The apartment building will be on the: 0.33 acre parcel and the golf course and
associatedbuildings to be on the 10.,53 acre parcel. Pursuant to Chapter 183 of the Zoning Ordinance, subdivision of land
shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance- Relief is requested for lot size, density, permeability
& setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to,the Zoning Board of,, ppeals.
Staff Comments
The applicant proposes a two lot subdivision of a 10-86 acre parcel located in the Moderate Density Residential Zone.
The project is located on Sunnyside Drive.
�.kqjqhr Plan review: The a p plicant has requested a waiver from sketch.
Preliminary tage Revig . Preliminary plat subdivision lot layout shows the two lot arrangement.
I" Layow plans—shows the existing a part ment to be retained on the 313 ac and the 10.53 ac, gulf course w ith associated
buildings to rernain also, The plans show the location of the buildings and setback information.
Commuction details, Grading and erosion plans, Clearing plan, Slormirater inanageenent—the,appl icant is, requesting
a,waiver from providing these details,
re Enviroinizental report—the applicant has completed a Long Environnaental assessment review,
Final Stage Revi —Final Plat-subdivision for 2 lots.
0 StatelCoway,agency—Planning and.Zoning Board is the only agency for two lot proposed subdivision,
Ip ,then lawns reports no additional information provided.
a Prouvied open,spewe —none proposed,
Nature of Variance
'I"he project as proposed requires relief ftorn lot size where 2ac is required. Lot I to be retained is to be .33 ac and Lot 2 to
be retained as a golf course at 10.53 ac., Relief is also requested for building setbacks to the new prop�erty line;on eae11 lot
and permeability.
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The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the request for relief from lot size, density,
permeability &,5etbacks,
Meet i ng H i story, PB I" rni�eting
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Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION-Planning Board Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals
Area,Variance 35-2017 JAMES BEArY (HARS PARS INC.)
Tax Map ID: 0.5-1- 0 /Property ,address: 168 Sunnyside Road /Zoning: MDR
The applicant has submitted an application for the fbllowin . Applicant proposes subdivision of a 101.86 acre
parcel into two lots—one Da 3 3 acre and one 10.53 acres., Applicant requests waiver from sketch plan. The
apart mentbuilding will be on the 0.33 acre parcel and the golf course,and associated buildings to be on the
10.53 acre parcel. Pursuant to Chapter 1,83 of the Zoning Ordinance, subdivision of land shall be subject to
Planning Board review and approval. Varianice: Relief is requested for lot size,density', permeability &
setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zon�ing Board of Appeals.
The Tovm of Queensbury Zoning, Ordinance, per Section 179-:9-070 J 2 b. requires the Planning, Board to
provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require both Zoning Board
of Appeals & Planning Board approval;
The Planning Board has briefly reviewed, and discussed this, application, the relief request in the variance
application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood, and surrounding community,
and found that:
MOTIONTO MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEH OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE
ZONING 130ARD OF APPEALS FOR ARE A VARIANCE NO. 35-2017 JAMES EA TY JHERS PA RSj
INC . Introduced.by who moved its adoption, and,
a) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that
cannot be mitigatedwith current project,proposal.
OR
b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review. has identified the following areas of concern,
1.)
Duly adopted this 16111 day of May, 201 ' by the following vote:
AYES, ;
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Site Plea Modification 32,-2,017 @ 1172 State
Genn Durlacher
No Public Hearing
Draft resolution — Planning" Board recommenclation
to the Zoning ari of Appeals,
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
QL Community Development Department StaffNotes
May 16, 2017
Site Plan Mod, 32-2017 GLENN DURLACHER
1172 State Route 91 CI —Commettial Intensive/Ward 2
SEQR Unlisted
Material Review: application, survey, photo, site drawing, barn storage area,
Parcel History. SP PZ 2 65-20 1 6; A,V 3 O-2017
Requested Action
Reconunendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals to maintain wood carving business and relocate a 160 sq. ft.
shed, which includes a, 40 sq. ft., porch on the shed. Project includes relocation of display areas and to add
landscape lighting to shine on scu 1ptures/di splays.
Resolutions,
1., PB recommendation
Proiect Description
Applicant proposes, to,maintain wood carving business,and,relocate a 1sq. ft. shed, which includes, a 40 sq, ft,
porch on the shed. Project includes relocation of display areas and to add landscape lighting, to shine on
stulptures/displays. Project still includes exterior tree art business, remova,l of chain link fence to install rope
and wood post fencing along with use of barn area for storage. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-0410 & 179-5-020 of
the Zoning Ordinance, modification to an. approved site: plan shall be subject to Plamiing Board review and
approval. Variance: Relief is sought for, setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the
Zoning Board of Appeals.
staff Comments
• Location-The project site is at a Great Escape property -across, from the Blind Rock Rd.
• Site Design-The applicant proposes to use a 4,500, sq ft of area for an exterior wood sculpture business of
the 10,48, acre parcel, The plans show,a 1,200 sqft+/-, area to be used for the work area and a 3,30,0 sq ft
area for display.
• (revises) a fldin —The applicant proposes to locate the 160 sqft shed at 3 8.4 ft from the front property
line. 'The shed is used for storage of materials and equipment. Additional storage is also, intended for a
portion of one of the barns near the work area -112 ,11 X7 ft.
• Signa, -The applicant proposes, signage on the site shown as 20 ft setback from the property line. The sign
dimensions should be included as part of the application., in addition the signage lighting should be
discussed as the photo shows an. up lit that is, not allowed.
• Siie conditions-The site is used for overflow parkin :for great escape during,the summer season.
Specifically the usage area for the project was, overflow parking location. There is an existing curb cut that
will be used for access to the Sculpture area where the access road for Great Escape will remainchained off
from access.
• Traffic- The plans show the location of four parking spaces and there is roorn for two additional spaces on
the site where six is required for the work area proposed. The, applicant has indicated that traffic consists of
I or,2 cars, a day.
Utility plan.,, Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control—no changes are proposed
Landscape,plan—The applicant has indicated the addition of the sculptures in the display area r ri:11 enhance
the area. The applicant dares not propose any additional vegetative landscaping.
revised))to f; htin' pf rr-The applicant Inas indicated there pourer is to be located at the planter area, Trois
will have access to proposed spot lights -2 on either side of the display featuures shining upward onto,the
sculpture The Board should request clarification of when this is used and location.
Elevations- The applicant Inas included a photo of the shed that has been already located on the site and all
anther parts ofthe operation are outside..
Pursuant to Section 17''9'- -050 the Planning Beard may grant waivers on its own initiative or ,t the written
request of an applicant,, The application farr¢u identified as "'Requirements,"' outlines the: items to appear on the
site plain or included as attachments. At the time of application the applicant has either requested waivers,
indicated.the iter n not applicable or has not addressed the ite.rrn/ left ehedlr box blank. This includes the follow
items listed under Requirements of the appliearnt''s application: g. site lighting,ji. storm, water, k. topography, 1.
landscaping, o, commercial alterations/ construction details, p, floor plans„ q. soil top, r.
construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal.
The applicant had received approval of the operation and.has addressed the previous items the heard identified,
Specific to the following items
I Site storage—The plans shove the designated area for lung storage on site and the area of the' nnildirng
Signage dimensions—The sign is 43 sq ft.
Site lighting and, sign lighting—The applicant proposes decorative lighting,around the site and fence
area. Additional up-lighting is req .ested f r the display area with 2 flood lights per display area,. The
signage will have de nilight
Sculpture display area- The applicant proposes a different arrangement where the board=y consider
the display area as a whole versus nuuruuber of displays and may requaest that displays do not interfere with
pedestrian access on site and from site, lime of site fear,Route 9 and errnergerne access
Designated/defining area for business—Planus show the area for display, storage„business area
Natur no a ,laiaee
The applicant proposes to locate I 60 sq it shed to 38.4 it from the int property line where a 75 it setback is
required. Also,, request to have up-lighting for display areas.
num
The planning board, is to provide a reeeann endatiorn to the zha in regards to the relief requested for location of
the slued setback relief.
Meeting histo : 1PI't Meeting
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Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION -Planning Board Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals
Area Variance 30-2017 GLENN DURLACHER
Tax Map,ID_295,12-1- /Property Address: 1172 State Route 9/Zoning: C1
The applicant has submitted an application f6r the r0flowing: Applicant proposes to maintain wood carving
business and relocate a 160 sq., it. shed, which, includes a 40 sq. ft. porch on the shed. Project includes,relocation
of display areas and to add landscape lighting to shine on sculpture /displays. Project still includesexterior tree
art business, remnoval of chain link fence:to install rope and wood post fencing alon,g,with use of barn area for
storage. Pursuant,to Chapter 179.3-04 179- -020 of the Zoning Ordinance, modification to an approved site
plan, shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Vaflance: Relief is sought for setbacks.
Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
The Town of Queensbury, Zoning Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 J 2 b., requires, the Plarining Board to
provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require! both Zoning Board
of Appeals,&Planning Board approval;
The Planning Board has, briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the variance
application, as well as, the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding cominunity,
and found that.
MOTION TO,MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEHALF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE,
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS FOR AREA VARIANCE NO. 30-2017 GLENN,D URLACIIER:
Introduced by who moved its adoption, and
a) The Planning, Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that
cannot be mitigated with current project proposal.
OR
bThe Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern:
1)
Duly adopted this, 161" day of May, 2017 'by the following vote.
AYES:
NOES:
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Subdivision Preliminary i ry Stage -2017
Subdivision Fi�n l Stage 1-20,17
Freshwater* Wetlands Permit2-2,1017
EnIsland View Riverside Drives
Paul Poirier
Public Hearing, Scheduled
Draft resolution ti — Graint/cleny subdivisionapproval
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff'Notes
May 16, 2017
Subdivision Prel. 6-2017 PAUL POIRIER
Subdivision Final -20,17 End of island View & Riverside Drives / WR— Waterfront Residential Ward 4
Freshwater Wetlands 2-2017
SEQR Unlisted
Material Review: ap.phoation, narrative, maps
Parcel History: S U B 12010 sketch, AV 3 4-2,01 , AV 16-2017
=Reuested Action
Planning Board review and approval for a four lot subdivision — lots 1, 2, & 3 access, is from Island ' ie rive
and Lot 4 access is, furore Riverside: Drive. Lot, I — 4.9 acres, Lot 2 - 2.1 acres, Lot 3 — 2.1 acres, Lot 4 — 9.4
acres,
Resolutions
1, SEQR
2,. Planning Board decision
P'Mivet,Descripion
Applicant proposes a four lot subdivision— lots 1, 2, & 3 access is ftom Island View Drive and Lot 4 access is
from Riverside Drive. Lot I — 4.9 acres, Lot 2 - 2.1 acres, Lot ,1 acres, Lot 4 — 9A acres. Project includes
easement, for access and 'Maintenance — will be included as conditions of subdivision,. Applicant mquests
stoma water and site plan for each lot as they are sold. Waiver is requested from sketch plan, for 4 lot proposal.
Pursuant to Chapter 183 of the Zoning Ordinance,, subdivision of land shall be subject to Planning Board review
,and approval.
Staff Comments
S
let c h L)I an —The applicant comp I eted a sketch plan. in 20 1,0 for a 7 seven lot subdivision and has,asked for a
waiver from further sketch review.
PrmehminM Review—
Layout plans —the plans show the existing conditions on the site including the topography, setbacks, and a
clearing area. The clearing area shows the location of the home,, well, septic and driveway area.
Constriwtion dela ds— The plans, show the locations of the new hon es and, driveway areas,. The:Riverside Drive
lot will have a driveway that connects to Riverside Drive,. Island View Drive: is, a private drive where the new
access drive extension is to be a shared driveway for the three of the lots.
Landscape plan-5 —the:number of lots does not,require landscaping.
Clearing plan—The applicant,has indicated each an estimated clearing area for each house site Let I —4.9 acres,
Lot'2 -2.1 acres, foot 3 — 2.1 acres, Lot 4 —9.4 acres
Grading and erosion plans —The plans do not show site grading and the applicant is requesting a waiver, from,
st,onnwater management. The applicant has, proposed each house lot will be required. to complete a site, plan
application for each lot.
Th,e Environmental report—the applicant has completed a Long Environmental assessment review for 4 lots.
for water managem,ent—the applicant has not provided a stormwater management report and has requested a
waiver. The plans indicated 3 + acres is the land disturbance that is proposed on,the project,site..
Fees—per application,
Waivers—the applicant has requested waiver from.stonnwater and grading,
Open Space—there is no proposal for open space .
Streets,—the plans show Grand IsJand 'View will be extended.as a shared driveway to the fluee,104&
Freshwater Wetlands
The applicant has indicated there are two stream crossing proposed with one on Lot I and the other on Logit I
Lot #4 proposed to be 9.4 ac also contains an army corp. wetland area. The pins show the wetland or provide
and note a strearn crossing will need to occur.
Tim l_f� view
The applicant has requested the projiect is conditioned upon all the lots requiring:site plan review sperifically for
stormwater on each parcel. The applican,t has, included notes on the plans indicating, site plan review for each
lot in regards to stormwater and easements,for the private drive for lot access.
N atu re onf Variance:
Granted 3/29/17. The applicant is requesting relief ern physical road ftontage from Grand Island View where
50 ft is required and road frontage dimensional requirement of road ftontage less than 150,ft where 50 ft is
proposed,
Summary,
The applicant has provided preliminary and final stage application for a 4-lot subdivision and a fteshwater
wetlands permit. The applicant has requesw.d.waivers firm providing stormwater management preparation,,
grading details and wetland details for each,of the four parcels where the applicant has req'uested a condition to
be on the final plans where each lot would, be sat ject to site plan review for,stomwater management
preparation f'lu'e board may consider including lot grading, wetland detail and stream crossing detail as part:of
site plan for each lot.
Meeting Historv: PB: 3/28,/17; ZBA: 3/29 17
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Town of Queensbury Planning Board
SEQR RESOLUTION —Grant Positive or Negative Declaration
Subdivision Final Stage 9-2017 & Freshwater Wetlands Permit 2-2017 PAUL POINTER
Subdivision Tax Map IIS- .l -l- /Property Address: End of Island View&
.Riverside Drives./Zoning. R
The applicant proposes a,four lot subdivision—lots, 1., 2, & 3 access is from Island View Drive and Lot .access
is from Riverside Drive Lot I — X4.'9 acres, Lot 2 - 2 1 acres, Lot 3 — 2.1 acres, Lot 4 — 9.4 acres. Project
includes easement for access, and maintenance ill 'be included as conditions of subdivision., Applicant
requests storrnwater and site plan for each lout as they are sold. Waiver is, requested from sketch plan for 4 lot
proposal. Pursuant to Chapter 183 orf'the Zoning Ordinance, subdivision of land shall be subject to Planning
Board review and approval..
The Planning Board has, determined that the 'proposed project and Planning Board action is subject to review
under the State Environrnental Quality Review Act;
The proposed action considered by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of Enviromnental Conservation
Regulations implementing, the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of true Town of
Queensbury;
No Federal or other agencies are:involved;
Part I of the Short EAP' has been completed by the applicant;
Upon review of the infiorniation recorded on this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queenshury Planning
Board as lead agency that this project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment, and,
therefore, an enviroranental impact, staternent need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is
issued.
MOTION TO GRANT A POSITIVE DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR.
SUBDI VISION FINAL STAGE 9-2017 & FRESH ATI R WE TLANDS PERMIT, 2-2017 PAUL
POIRIE introduced by_who moved for its adoption.
As per the resolution prepared by staff,
1. Part 11 of the Short E'AF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board.
2. Part III of the Short EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board.
,Or
Part III of the Short E is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially
moderate to large impacts.
Duly adopted this 16 1h day of May,2017 by the following vote,
AYES:
NOES:
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Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION-Approve/Deny
Subdivision Preliminary Stage 6-2017 PAUL POIRIER,
Subdivision.Tax Map ID; 309.144-46 /Property Address. End of Island, View&
Riverside Drives/Zoning,:WR
A subdivision application has been made to the Queensbury Planning Board for the following: Applicant
proposes, a four lot, subdivision - lots 1, 2, & 3 access is frorn Island. View Drive and Lot 4 access is from
Riverside Drive. Lot I - 4.9 acres, Lot 2 - 2.1 acres, Lot 3 - 2.1 acres, Lot 4 - 9A acres. Project includes
easement for access and maintenance - will be included as, conditions of subdivision. Applicam requests
stormwater and, site plan for each lot as they are sold.. Waiver is requested from sketch Plan for 4 lot
proposal. Pursuant to Chapter 183 of the Zoning Ordinance, subdivision, of land shall be: subject to Planning
Board review and approval.
Putsuant ,to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code-Chapter A-1 , the Planning Board
has determinedthat this proposal satisties the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code;
The requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act have been considered and the Planning,
Board has adopted a SEQRA Negative/Positive Declaration
A public hearing was scheduled.and held on May 16,, 20,17;
This application is supported with all. documentation, public cornment,, and application material in the file of
record;
MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPI OVFi SUBDIVISIONTRELIMINARY STAGE 6-2017 PAUL
POIRIE Introduced by -who moved its adoption.
Duly adopted this 16*,day of May, 2017 by,the following vote:
AY :
NOES-
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Town,ol-Queensbury Planning Board
REA SOLUTION-Approve/Deny
Subdivision Final Stage 9-2,017 & Freshwater Wetlands Pen-nit 2-2017 PAUL POIRIER
Subdivision Tax Map ID: 309.14-1-46/Property Address: End of Island View &
Riverside Drives/Zoning,: WR
A, subdivision application has been, made to the Quee:nsbury Planning Board for the following: Applicant
proposes a four lot subdivision - lots 1, 2:, & 3 access is from Island View Drive and Lot 4 access is fto.m
Riverside, Drive. Lot 1 - 4.9 acres, Lot 2 - 2.1 acres, Lot 3 - 2.1 acres, Lot 4 - 9.4 acres. Project includes
casement for access and, maintenance - will be: included as conditions of'subdivision. Applicant requests
s,tormwater and site plan for each lot as they are sold. Waiver is requested from sketch plan, for 4 lot
proposal. Pursuant to Chapter 183 of tine Zoning Ordinance, subdivision of land shall be subject to Planning
Board review and, approval,
Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code-Chapter .-1 , the Planning Board
has determined that:this proposal satisfies the requirements as,stated in the Zoning Code;
A public hearing was scheduled and held on 05/16f2111 7'';
This application is supported with all documentation, public, comment, and application,material in, the file of
record;
MOTION TOAPPROVE/DISAPPROVE SUBDIVISIONFINAL STAGE 9-2017'& FRE4 SHWATER
WETL ND_$ PERMIT 2-2017 PAUL, POT &Intxod,uced by who moved its adoption.
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I. The requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act have been, considered and the Planning
Board has adopted a SEQR,A Negative Declaration;
2. Waiver requests granted/denied: stormwater mgmt, & grading,
3. Final approved plans, in compliance with the Subdivision, must be submitted to the Community
Development Department before any further review by the ZoningAdministrator or Building and Codes
personnel;
4. The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and, prior to, issuance: of Building Permit
and/or the beginning of any site work;
5. Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building its is dependent on compliance with this
and all other conditions of this resolution.
6. If clearing limits are proposed then this will constitute a no-cut buffer zone, orange construction
fencing shall be installed,around these areas and field verified by Cornmunity Development staff;
7. If applicable, the: Sanitary Sewer connection plan must be submitted to the Wastewater
Department for its review, approval, permitting and inspection;
8. If curb cuts are being added or changed a driveway permit is required., Abuilding permit will notbe
issued until.the approved driveway permit has been Provided to the Planning Office;
9. If application was referred to engineering then Engineering sign-off,required prior to signature of Zoning
Administrator of the approved plans;
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I k. If required, the applicant mwt submi( a copy of the fol lowin g to the Town:
a. The project NOI (Notice of intent), for coverage under the current "NYSDEC SPI)ES, General Pennit
from Construction Activity" prior to the start off"aur site work.
b. The project NOT(Notice of Termination) uponcompletion of the project;
11. The applicant must maintain on their project site if'SPDES or SWPPP'are required, for review by stall
a. The approved final plan& These plans must include the project S,WPP'P (Storm Water Pollution
Prevention.Plan),when such a plan, was prepared and approved;
b, The project 1101 and proof of coverage under the current NYSDECSPDES General Permit, or an
individual SPDE S permit issued for the project if required.
1.2, This resolution is,to be placed, in its entirety, on the final plans.
Duly adopted this 160' day of May,2017 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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bite Plan 3-2017 Hemlock Road
Stephen, Carol &, Andrew Bodette
Public Hearing Scheduled
Draft, r l n, — r i /deny subdivision, approval
Town. of Queensbury Planning Board
Ow Community DevelopmeW Department Staff Notes
May 16,, 2017
Site Plan, 13-20 17 STEPHEN, CAROL & .ANDREW BODETTI
10 Hemlock Road/ WR,- Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1.
SPQR Type 11
Material Review: narrative, application, survey, site plan drawing, floorplan, and elevations
Parcel Ilistory- 19' 1, 19,92 bath alt.; AV 13-2017
Requested Action
Planning Board review and approval for a second floor renovation removing existing 572 sq. ft. and
constructing,proposed 570 sq. ft. second floor with office area and masterbedroom.
Resolutions
1. PB decision
Pr9ject,Descripturn
,
Applicant proposts, a second floor renovation removing existing 572 sq. ft and constracting proposed 570 sq. ft.
second floor with office area and master bedroom. New construction does not meet shoreline: setback and
expansion nonconfonning, Project includes, an existing porch renovation 98 +a- sq� ft., for new entryway and
open porch. Pursuant to Chapter 179-1,3-01.0 & 179-3-040, of the Zoning Ordinance, expansion in a CEA shall
be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
staff' ' Comments
a Location-The home is located at 10 Hemlock Rd off of 0,len Lake Rd
0 Arrangement- The existing, site will remain unchanged the major improvement is to the second floor area of
the home. There is also a 98 sq ft porch that will be renovated to allow for a new entryway and open porch
area.,
0 Building-The plans show the existing access to the basement area will be relocated for,the updated
entrance area-to be located to a,new hallway area. The first floor is adjusted for the existing coveied, porch
will now have an porch and new entrto the house that allows for entry into,the garage. The first floor is
also maintaining both bedrooms on the first floor two bathrooms access to the existing deck facing the
shore. 'The alterations,on the first floor include the living area, 3-season porch, alcove area to be updated
with kitchen area, great-room and dining area in an open, �floor plan.. The second floor to be removed
completely then replaced with a master bedroom, office area, bathroom area and relocated stairway,
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Site conditions- The applicant has indicated there is to be permeable pavers to be installed in front ofthe
existing garage and cave trenches all the west and east side of the home,
0 Elevations -The applicant has provided elevations and photos showing the existing and proposed, views of
the home.
Floor plans—The submission shows the arrangement ofeach floor existing and proposed.
Pursuant to Section 1.79-9-0,50 the Planning, Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written
request of aii applicant. The applicationfb�rm identified as "'Requirements"' outlines the items to appear on the
site,plan or included, as attachments. At the time of application the applicant has either requested waivers,,
indicated the item not applicable or has not addressed the item/ left check box blank. This includes, the follow
items listed under Requirements of the applicant's application: h. signage, j, storrawater, k- topography, n
traffic, o. commercial alterations/construction details, n construction/demolition disposal.
Nature of Variance
(Granted 4/26117) The second floor area,is to be located 25 ft from the shoreline where a 50 ft setback is
required. Relief is also requested for,floor area where proposed is 26.7% and required is 22%.
surnmzEx
The applicant has completed a site plan application for the removal of an, existing second story and the
construction of a new second story addition. The project also includes the entryway area and open deck
improvrnents,.
Meeting THistoPB: 4/25/17;ZBA: 4/26/17
.Zoning yard of Appeals —Record of Resolution
Town of Queensbury 74lay Dead rneernslbrnr , 'l'w'l 128,04 18) 1-8238
Area Variance Resolution To Approve
Applicant Name: Stephen Carat&AndrewVedette
File Number: .,AV-1 -2017
Location: 111 Hemlock Road
Tex Map Number: 289.10-1-32
A Meeting Date; Wednesday, April 26, O 17
The Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Queensbury has received an application fn urrn Stephen,Carol
Andrew Bad ttew Applicant proposes a second Honor renovation removing,existing 7 . ft. and constructing
proposed 570 sip. ft. second floor with office area and master bedroom. New construction dies not meet.
shoreline setback and expansion nonconforming. Project includes an existing porch renovation 98 +/- sq. ft. for
new entryway and open perch. Relief request from minimum setback and FAR requirements. Planning Beard
shall provide a recommendation meundatiorn tin theZoning Board of appeals, Planning Board., Pursuant;to Chapter 179-13-
0 10
79-1010 & 1,79-3-040 of the oni n Ordinance, expansion in a CEAshall be subject ct to Planning,Board review and
approval.
Tire applicant requests relief from minimum setback requirements, and for Floor arca Ratio (FATS.)
requirements.,
179-3-040 Establishment o Districts—dimensional. r rnir meat WR zone
The applicant proposes the second floor addition to be 25 ft. �frorrn the shoreline where a 50 ft, setback is
required. The floor areaproposed is 26,7%and required is %.
179-13-010 Expnarisioru of non cornfdrr�n_ iru
The existing home is pre-existing,non-compliant and the addition remains non-compliance towards the
shoreline.
F. l ,Type ll no fuurther review required;
putrblic hearing was advertised and held on Wednesday, April 26, 2017;
Upon review of the application materials, irnforrnation, supplied during the public bearing, and, upon.
consideration of the criteria specified in Section 179-14,_ 50 of the Queensbury Town.Code and Chapter 267
of NYS Town Laver and after discussion and deliberation, we fined as follows:
1. 'rhere is not an undesirable change in the character of the neighborhood nor a detriment to nearby properties
because the construction will improve the situation of the height of the house which currently is 30 feet
which will be reduced to 25 feet.
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Applicant Nome; Steplien, Carof & Andrew Bodette
File Number, Z-AV-13-2017
Location: 10, Hemlock Road
2. Feasible alternatives have been considered and this seems to be the most reasonable solution that's required
for a secondfloor on a building.
3. 'The requested variance is not substantial even though the FAR is slightly over what it should be.. It's no
more than what currently exists on the property and so it,won'tbe increasing the adversity,
4. There is an adverse impact on the physical of envitonmental conditions in the neighborhood or district
because e will be: having a new up to date septic system put in as, well as stormwater runoff being dealt
with in a more reasonable manner than currently exists with eaves trenches,
5 The alleged difficulty is self-'ereated because they wish to do this,project.
6. In addition the Board finds that the benefit to the applicant from granting the requested variance would
outweigh (Uproval) 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 o MQ . ....APPROVE AREA VARIANCE
_N THE ABOVE FINDINGS, I MAKE A, I �TION To
Z-AV-13-2017, to hen, Carol & Andrew Bodette, Introduced by James Underwood, who moved fhb its
adoption, seconded, by Michael McCabe-.
Duly adopted this 26 1h day of Apri 12 017 b 'the follow n ote:
AYES: Mw r. Kuhl, Mr. Urrico, Mr. Henkel, Mr. Freer, Mr. Underwood, Mr. McCabe,, Mr, Jackoski
NOES. NONE
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Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION' — Grani/Denint e Plan Approval
SITE PLAN 13-2017STEPHEN. CAROL,&ANDREW BODETTE
Tax Map ID: 2 89.10-1-32 /Property Address: 10 Hemlock Road/Zoning. WR
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board for Site Plan, approval pursuant to Article 9
ofthe Town zoning Ordinance for: Applicant proposes a second floor renovation removing existing 572 sq.
ft. and constructing proposed 570 sq. ft. second floor with office, area and master bedroom. New
construction does not meet shoreline setback and expansion nonconforming, Project includes an existing
porch renovation. 9 8 +/- sq. & for new entryway and, open porch., Pursuant to Chapter 179-,13-0 1 179-3-
4 of the Zoning Ordinance, expansion in a CEA 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;
As required by General Municipal, Law Section 23,9-m the site plan application was referred to the Warren
County Planning Department, for its recommendation;
The Planning, Board, has reviewed the potential environmental impacts of the project, pursuant to the State
Environmental 'Quality Review Act (SRA) and adopted a SEQR-A Negative: Declaration— Determination
of Non-Sign,ificance
The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the bite plan application on 05/'16/2017 and continued the
public hearing to 05/16/20,17, 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 05/16/2017;
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 I DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 13-2017 STEPHEN, CAROL & ANDREW
BODE TTE; Introduced by_ who moved dor its adoption;
Per the draft,provided by staff conditioned upon the following conditions:
1) Waivers request granted/denied:.
2) Adherence to the items outfinedin.the follow-up letter sent with this resolution.
a) if application was, referred to engineerin& then engineering sign-off required prior to signature of
Zoning Administrator of the approved plans,
b) Final approved plans should have dimensions, and setbacks noted on the site plan/survey, floor plans
and elevation for the existing rooms and proposed rooms in the building and site:improvernne,nts,
c) 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;
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d) The applicant must meet: with Staff after approval and prior, to issuance of Building Permit
and/or the beginning of any site work;
e) Subsquent issuance of further permits,,, including building permits is dependent on compliance with
this and all other conditions of this resolution;
f) As-built plans to, certify that the site plan is developed according to the approved plans to be provided
prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy;
g) Resolution to be placed on final plans,in its entirety mid legible.
Duly adopted, this, 16" day of May, 2017 by the following,vote:
AYES.
NOES:
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