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Staff Notes Packet Planning Board Staff Notes June 27, 2017 Site Plan -20,17 Jay Road William Rourke Public HearingS le SEQ,R 11 Draft resolution Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department StaffNotes June 27, 2017 Site Plan 40-2017 WILLIAM ROURKE 21 Jay Road /WR— Waterfront Residen.1i al� Ward I SEQR Type 11 Material Review: survey, floor plan, elevation, aerial Parcel History- 1995 Septic Alt.; AV38-2017_ Application to be tabled to the second mecting August peadinA review and decision. Revised information due by August deadline only 17". Reauested Action, Planning Board review and approval for a. 1,935 sq. ft. addition to existing 494 sq. ft. camp to include crawl space for mechanicals and an attached garage. Resolutions 1. PB Decision rpoiect Description Applicant proposes a 1,935 sq:, ft. addition to existing 494 sq. ft. camp to include crawl space for mechanicals and an attached garage. Project includes remo�val of 300 sq. ft. detached garage and, 60 sq. ft. porch. Project includes permeable pavers for driveway. Pursuant to Chapter 179- 13-010 of the Zoning, Ordinance, additions to structures shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: belief' is requested for setbacks, permeability and expansion of non-conforming structure. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board, of Appeals. Staff Comments * Location- The project site is located,at 21 Jay Road on Glen Lake aff of Glen Lake Rd., * Arrangement-The applicant proposes to maintain the existing 494 sq ft camp andto construct a 1,,935 sq ft addition. o Site Design- The existing site contains,a detached garage and deck, area to be remov ed (360 sq ft) and an ,existing gravel driveway. The project includes the removal of the gravel driveway and the installation, of a pervious pavement (750 sq ft). The applicant has indicated the intent to leave the existing trees and shrubs on the:site. * Building—"fire addition is to be 1X35 sq ft and will maintain a 3 bedroom, dwelling. The addition, includes an attached garage a Site layout and utility plan —The site contains,on-site septic and,a,drilled well. The applicant has supplied information on, the septic system, compliance. o Grading,and drainage plan and Sediment and erosion control --The applicant has indicated gravel will be installed for storm titer drainage on the new addition. Elevations and Floor plans--the plains show the layout,, of the proposed d addition with the garage and bedroom spaces, The addition height is to be 18 pt and the hame is to have a five �ft crawl space for untillti s, Pursuant t . Section 179-9-0,50- -050 the Planning Bard may rant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request o 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 haseither requested waivers, indicated, the item not applicable or Inas not addressed the iteunn/ left he:ck. box blank. This includes the follow items listed under Requirements of the applicant's application.: h. signage, k. topography, ... commercial alterations/ eco nstruuctio n details gip. soil logs, s, snow removal. The project: resi esti. l addition and the waivers requested are typical corn gun rcial.related. Nature of Variance Tabled at 6/21/17,. The proposed building,is to, be located 1.6 1'1 i'rorn the south property line wherea 12 ft setback is requuired. In addition relief is requested for,permeability where 71% is Proposed sand required is 75%. Summa Application to be tabled to the: second meeting August pending ,13A review and, decision. Revised nfioruruatioun due b August deadl:irn —July 17th,. ZBA requested alternative design.,on the site., Meetin1y, PB: 6:/20/17; ZBA 6/21/17 Corrirrrur'Oty Devcdoprnent Office 742 Bay Q�,wensb�,m-y:, f",IY '128,0el Town,of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION—Table Site Plan SITE PLAN 40-2017 WILLIAM ROURKE Tax Map ID: 289.10-1-13 /I'` pert Address: 21 Jay Road / Zoning: WR MOTION TO TABLE SITE PLAN 40-2017 WILLIAM ROURKE, Introduced by who moved for its adoption, seconded by Tabled until the.August 2,,2017 Planning Board.meeting with information due by July 17, 2017. Duly adopted this 27'h day of June, 2,017 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: flliom;: 518,761.82201 Fax-. -518.14.5.4437 1v 74213a Rwut Ouiwisbury, NY 12804 1 Site, Plan -2017 @ 6,82 filen Street O' Reilly Auto Enterprise, LLC Public Flearing Scheduled ,S,EQR Unlisted Draft resolution — grant/deny site plan approval Torain of Queensbu ry 'Plan nin g,Board ow Community Development Department Staff Notes June 27,20,17 Site Plan 44-2017 O'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISE, LIX 682 Glen Street/CI-Commercial intensive/ Ward,2 SEAR Unlisted Material Review: narrative, elevations, site drawings, drainage report Parcel History: Several sip permits, several comm. restaurant alteration permits as Friendly's and as Fit Food Fast, DISC 5-2017, AV 41-2017 Reguested Action. Planning Board review and approval for a 7,453 sq. ft. auto parts retail) business. 'Resolutions 1. SEQR 2. PBl decision Prp ect-Description. Applicant proposes 7,453 sq. . auto parts retail, business. Project includes teat down of an existing building and site work to create two parking areas - tone access from Rt. 9 and one access from, Glendale Ave. this is a comer lot). Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, new commercial use shall, be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is requested for building setbacks and parking. Planning board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments & Location-Project site is located at 682 Glen Street * Arrangement- The existing,site has 2,500 sq ft restaurant building and,associated parking to be demolished. The project includes a new 7,453 sq ft building with two parking areas. a Site Design- The new building is to be located towards the center of the property. T he parking areas are to be at the front and rear of'the building. * Building-The building is to be"7,453 sq ft with the main entrance facing Route:9. There is a sidewalk along the north side of the building that co.nnects the rear parking area to the front. The rear parking, area is primarily for delivery of auto related iterns. The east side of the building/rear deliver y door and an area for, the dumpster location. * Signage-The plans indicate there is to be a new pole sign and new wall signage. Applicant will need to provide diniensions of all signage. Site conditions-The site is an existing restaurant operations that is to be rernoved regraded and prepared for a new parking, building, stormwater fixtures, lighting and landscaping. Traffic-The plans show 25 proposed where 38 is required. Site layout and utility plan-The proposed new building will be connected to existing water and sewer utilities. Building will connect to existing electric and phone as well. Grading and drainage plan-The submission included a Drainage report., Report to be updated for a 510 year storm per 179-6-0,80 Sediment and erosion control -An erosion control plan has been provided as part of the submission drawings. Silt fence is noted at the 10011 bluffer line torn the designated wetland -note wetland is,not on property but the 100 ft 'buffer is on the prefect site and is proposed to not be disturbed. (The Board should highlight that the no-disturbed areas are protected during construction.) .......... * Landscape plan—plans show a mix of shrubs,, ground cover, and 5 trees. Plantings are also shown around the sign area * Site lighting plan- lighting indicates the average for the site is 1.42 and is less than the suggested 2.5 foot candles in the lighting,code section, * Elevations and Floor plans- The applicant has provided a typical elevation, floor plan and color scheme �`or the building. Pursuant to Section 1.79-9-050 the Planning, Board may grantwaivers, on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The applicant has not requested any waivers at this time. Nature of Variance Granted variance at 6/2 1/17 meeting. The proposed building is to be located 21.1 ft fTom Glendale Dr, and72.6 ft ftom, Glen St. (Route 9) where a 75 ft setback is required. Relief also requested for,the parking requirements 'inhere 3 8 is requi red and 25 spaces area proposed SUMMan The applicant has completed a site:plan application for the der nolotion of an existing 2,,500,sq ft building to construct a new 7,453 sq ft building. Project includes site work for parking, landscaping and, storniwater management, Meeli PB Discussion 4118/17; PB: 6/20 '17; Z13,k 6/21/17 2 THE EMAILEP North Country Office Cba 375 Bay Road, Queen-9bury, NY 12804 Ll 6-� P: (518) 8,12-0513 R (518) 812-2205 COMPANIES wwwxhaizencompanlesxorn Engineers Hudson Valley Office, (845)454-39,80 Land Surveprs Capita[District Office (519)273-01055 Planners Environmental Professionals Lw4scaae Architects June 15,2017 Mr. Craig Brown Zoning Ad min istrato r a nd Code Coirn p Ila nce Officer Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Quee ns,b u ry, view York 12 804 Defiveredvia email oinly: CraigB@qu�elensbiury.net He O'Reffly,Auto Parts Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York Chazen Project#91700.25 Queensbury Ref#SP44-2017 Dear,Mr. Brown'. The Chazen Companies (Chazeni) has received a submission Ipaickage from your office for tine above referenced project. The applicant intends to d emioll'sh the existi ng build ing and construct a new one-story 7,5CO square feet building. Submitted information includes the following: 0 Site Plans and Details prepared by Boh ler E 4 neer!ng, dated M ay 17, 21017; 0 Einkineees Narrative,dated May 17,2017; 6 Drainage Report, prepared by Bohler Engineering,dated May 17, 2017 61 Site Pla nApplication dated includling a variance request letter dated May 5,, 2017 and a s hort EAF dated May 10,2017, Your ofte has requested that we Ilirrrit our review to the design of stormwater system as it relates, to compliance to local, state or relevant codes and regulations. Based upon our review, Chazen offers the fol low!ng comments for the Town'sconsideration-. Stormwater Manage ment&Erosion and Sediment Control. 1. The Iproject proposes to disturb an area,of 0.76 acres,(according to the EAF) and does not require the preparation of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) In accordaince,with GP-0-15- 002, that includes erosion and sediment controls as well as post construction storm titer management Ipracticnes. 2. Section 179-6-080 of the Town Code, states that stormwater drainage, plans shall analyze the impacts of a project using at least a 50-year return Interval storm with regards to both runoff rate and volume for commercial projects. Section 179-6-080-C states that 'WAR storm woter monagement plans shall be desigfied,5o that post-develbprnent run-off rates ond' volurries are Chazen Enginioefing, Viand Sumeying&Lo ape ArcMtacture Co.,D.,P.C. Chazon Environmentad'Saar vites, Inc. The Chazen Conpan�es, fnc. Town of Quileensbuiry 0'ikelfly Auto Pains, June 15,2017 Page 2 equal to or less thon ;fir Lo-develoi run-off. Post-development direction of flow and type of discharge shall be the same as pre-deve/opment condiftions.". The drainage report does not include, analysis of the 50-year storm. The Applicant shall revise the draini report to include analysis of at least the,50-year storm and einsuire conformance to Section 179-6-0801.Once the SO- year storm anailys,is Is provided,a full review of the proposed stormwater system will occur. 3. The Discharge Quantity (cfs), Summary Table in the Engineer's Narrative indicates an, increase in runoff rate in the 10 and 10th-year storm scenarios; the drainage report also details the Increase in therunciff rate to the Gilen Street systets["r This,does not conform to Section 179-6,0180. Also, It was communicated to our officie,that thee existing storm systern along Glen Street(State Hilighway 41 7) is near capacity; the Applicant shall contact the New York State DOT regarding the existing and proposed d�ra I nage cond itions that occur within,the DOT right-of-way. 4w The site plan infiltration basin broad-crested weir elevation differs, from the site plan to the HydroCAD model 1(330,010,vs, 330.301);The Applicant to,revise,accordingly. 5. The HydroCAD miodlel does not include the full iniflowdepth,as Indicated lay the '5�" forthe Inflow Depth, which is most likely due to an insufficient t1me span. The Applicant shall revisle the Hydrocul] m ode l so the f u VI effects of the storm are realized. G., The,Applicant uses an exfiltratlon irate (infiltration) of 1.5 inches per Ihour in the HydroCAD model for the proposed infiltration basin. It does not appear that soill tests, and Infiltration tests ,were performed. The Applicant shall clarify how the infiltration rate, was determined. The Applicant sha,111 provide test pit Information that shows conformance to, the 3-feet of separation from, the bottom of an infiltration facility to seasonally high groundwater/ bedrock. 7. The drainage report does not mention what pre-treatment practices are proposed prior to, the infiltration basin. The Applicant to clairlfywhat pre-treatment practices are proposed to ensure the infiltration practice is protected from sedimentation, ' . It appears that a drop curb section behind the proposed building to the northeast is irntendedl to convey runoff to the southeast,of the site; and according,to the proposed conditions, model this area is tributary to the, proposed infiltration baisin. It: is difficult to disicern, from, the existing contours in this area, if the runoff will flow to the proposed infiltration. basin or, like the existing conditions will runciff flow,behindd the adjacent property., The Applicant to clarify. 91. It does not appear that a draft 5tormwater maintenance agreement was provided with this stub m ission.The Applicant to consult with the town if they w ish,to enter in an agreement with the Applicant. A draft stormwater maintenance agreement is provided in Section 147 Attachment 5 of the town's code. 10. The erosion control plan depicts catch basin inlet protection, and an rock construction entrance Within the NYS DOT right-of-way.The Applicant shall submit the plans to the DOT for review,and comment,, QU"rKbWA91 70925-T,Coonsibury-W44-2017"0111V AUTO FACOIPWW 15.111.d�x Town of Queensbuiry Upeilly Auto Parts Jlune 152017 Pap� 11. Infiltration devices, shall never serve as sediment basins, nduring construction unless s,plec�ific measures are in dace tea return the infiltration area to its original cond[tion. The Applicant to revise the plans accordingly. In the event the,Planning Board or Town staffhave,any questionsoir require additional information, please dlo n,cFt hiesitate to contact me at.(518)824-19,26, Sincerety,Sean M. Doty,, P.E., ILEED AP,, CMS4S Principal Manager, Municipal Engineering Services Cc: Su inny Sweet, Tolwn Planning Office Administrator(via emall) Laura MooriLN,,Town,Land Use Planner(via e-mall) Re T.Coe�sburv)MWI&21-T.Qm�,sbury-SP44-2017WAeflly Auta tndarp&e, 15_LI.dbrm Warren County Planning Department J=17-11 Project Review and Referral Form Reviewed by Department on June 12, 201 7 Project @urns. 'Reilly Auto Enterprises, LLC Owner:. J &T Tsai, Inc ID,Number: 1 -17- PIR-44 County Project - Jun-17-11 Current Zoning,;. 1 Community: Queensbury ro t cr iption: Applicant proposes to build a now 1 story 7,453 sq. ft. auto parts retail business , Project inc[udestearIng down existing restaurant and creating new parking areas lighting, signage and landscaping. Site Location. 682 Glen St at the corner of Glen S,t and Glendale qtr Tax Maps Number(s); tat "dotes;. The issues huge appearto be at a Vocal nature involving local issues without any ignifpicamnt iirnpactso n County Properties or resources_ Staff recommends no cclrunty impact!based) arntihe inntrauation submitted according to the sugigested review criteria of NY eneral Municipal Law Section 239 applied to the proposed project. Local actions to date (il"sn ) County Planning Department: NCI L cal Action-,/ inal Disposition,: 61312017 Warren County Planning Department: Date Signed Local Official DateSigned PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM TO,THE WARREN COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT WUHIN 10 DAYS Off"FINAL ACTION iv � °`1",0 1 k L 10 1 o I n" Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEQR RESOLUT'ION—Grant Positive or Negative Declaration Site Plan 44-20,17 O'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISE, LLC Tax Map ID!, 3023-1-28 /Property Address: 682 Glen Street/ �oning,. Cl The applicant proposes a 7,453 sq. ff auto parts retail business. Project includes tear down of an existing building and site: work to create two parking areas — one access ftorn Rt,. 9 and one access from Glendale Ave. (this is a comer lot). Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, new commercial use shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The Planning Board has determined that the proposed pm jet and Planning Board action, is subject to review .Under the State,Environmental, Quality Review Act-, The proposed action considered 'by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of Environmental Conservation Regulations implementing the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of the Town of Queensbury; No Federal or other agencies are involved; Part I of'the Short EAF has been completed by the applicant; Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queensbury Planning Board, as lead agency that this project will result in no significant adverse impacts on, the environment, and, therefore, an environmental impact statement need not be Prepared. Accordingly, this negative, declaration is issued. MOTIONJO GRANT A POSITIVE DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SITE PLAN 44-2017 O"REMLY AUTO E,NTERPRI SE, LLQ Introduced by — who moved ror its adoption., As per the resolution prepared by staff. 1. Part 11 of the Short E 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 EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Duly adopted this 2,7'� day of June,2017 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone; 518.761.8220 1 1Z1V 518.7,45.443,71742 Bay Road, (,mueensbury, NY 1280,4 C I N"`C I Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION— Grant I Deny Site Plan Approval SITE PLAN 44®201' 'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISE,, LLC Tax Map ID: 302.7-1-28 /Property Address: 682 Glen Street/Zoning: CI The applicant has submitted an applicatio�n to the Planning Board for Site Plan approval pursuant to Article 9 of the Town, zoning Ordinance for. Applicant proposes, 7,453, sq. ft. auto parts retail business. Project includes teat down, of an existing building and site work to create two parking, areas —one access from .Rt, 9 and one access from Glendale Ave. (this is a corner lot). Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, new commercial use 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 detennined,that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code:; As required by General Municipal I Section 239-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 Art (SEARA) and adopted a SEQRA Negative Declaration— Detennination of'Non-Significance The Planning Board opened a public heating on the Site plan application'on 06/2W2017 and continued the public,hearing to 06/27/201.7, when it was closed, The Planning Board has, reviewed the application. materials submitted by the applicant and all. coinments made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including 06/27/2017; 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 / DISAPPgOVE SITE PLAN 44-2017 O'1 ILLY AUTO ENTERPRISE, LLC- Introduced by who moved for its adoption; Per the drat provided by staff conditioned upon the following conditions: 1) Waivers request granted/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 sinature:of Zoning Ad�minist�rator 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 improvements, 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; Page 1 of'2 Phione: 518,761.8220 1 Fax51V45.4437' 742 Bay Road. Queensbury, NY 128,04 ww w.q oeens bury,net 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) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building pemits 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 prio�r to issuance of the certificate of occupancy; g) Resolution to be placed on final plarts in its entirety and legible.. l uly adopted this 27"'day of June, 2017 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Pagf 2 of�2 Phone, 518.7'61,8220, Fax: 518,745,4437 1 742 Baiy Road. Qtiei?nsbury. NY [MA, wwwqueensbury.net Subdivision Preliminary Stage 11-2017 & Final Stage 12-2017 @ 88 &, 9'2 Eagan Road Michael Altare Public Hearing Scheduled SEAR Unlisted Draft resolution grant/deny preliminary subdivision approval Drat resolution — ran final subdivision, approval Town of Queensbary Planning Board owl Community Development Department Staff Notes June 27, 2017 Subdivision Prel. Stage I 1-2017 MICHAEL ALTARE Subdivision Final Stage 12-2017 8 8 & 92 Eagan Road /WR—Waterfront Residential Ward I SEQR Unlisted Material Review: application, subdivision survey Parcel History- 1993 Single family dwelling, AV 40-2017 Requested Action Planning Board, review and approval to subdivide a 4.04 acre Parcel into two lots — Lot I to be 2.02 acres to maintain existing bunildings and house & Lot 2 to be 2.02 acres to remain vacant for future hom.e. Resolutions 1. SEQR. 2. PB decision Proiect Description Applicant proposes to subdivide a 4.04 acre parcel into two lots — Lot I to be 2.02 acres to maintain existing, buildings and house & Lot 2 to be 2.02 acres to remain vacant for future home. Pursuant to Chapter 183 of the Zoning Ordinance, subdivision of land shall be: subject to Planning Board review and approval,. Varianee: Relief is sought dor lack of road frontage, Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments Sketch plan—The applicant has requested a waiver from sketch PreliminM Review— Layout plans, —the 'Plans show the existing conditions on the site including the existing lot with the driveway area, existing buildings on the site, and the: existing, tree line. The proposed lot line is shown 'between the occupied parcel and the vacant parcel Construction details — The plans show existing arrangement on the occupied parcel and the vacant parcel with the tree line. The applicant requests a waiver from providing the location of the proposed home Lavdseape plans --the:number of lots does not require landscaping. Clearing plan —The applicant has indicated no additional clearing is proposed. The future home will be constructed in an, area that hasexisting clearing,. Grading and erosion plans —The plans do not show site grading and, the applicant is, requesting a waiver fn-om showing site grading. The applicant has indicated that only one future home: is proposed and minimal site disturbance is proposed as it wil I be in an, existing cleared area. The applicant has also indicated the property is, level with minimal grade changes. The Fi7vii-onmental report—the applicant has completed a Long,Environmental ass es,sment revie wfor 2 lots. Slormwatei, ma nagemem —the applicant has not provided a stormwater management report and has requested a waiver. The applicant has indicated both parcels are 2 ac and there are no issues with storus water. Fees—per application. [Vaivers—the applicant has requested waiver fi-am stormwater and gra&ng, Open Space --there is no proposal for open space: ., Streets —no new stmets areproposed, the new lot and the existin,g tot are located on a.private road. Final Stagi Final Plat,-subdivision.for 2 lots. "la telCounly agency—Planning and Zoning Board is the only agency for 2 lot proposed subdivision. Other pans reports—no additional information provided. Ilrolecled open space —none proposed. Nature of fariance: Granted variance at 6/21/17 ZBA meeting. The applicant is requesting relieffrom physical road fiontage ftorn Eagan Rd where: 50 ft is required neither lot has frontage. ' nrnmary The applicant has completed the applications for preliminary and finalstage for a two lot subdivision of a 4.04 ac parce:l into two lots of 2.0�2 The:newly creatiM lot is currently vacant and a new home with septic,and well is to,be constnxted in the future. The applicant has requested, a waiver from sketch. Meeting Histmy. PB: 6/20/17; ZBA: 6/21/17' Z - Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEQR REi SOLUTION- Grant Positive or Negative Declaration Subdivision,Final Stage 12-2017 MICHAEL ALTARE Tax Map ID. 309.17-1 a / Property Address: 88 & 92 Eagan Road/Zoning: WR The applicant proposes to subdivide a 4.04 acre parcel into two lots -Lot I to be 2.02, acres to maintain existing buildings, and house & Lot 2 to be 2.02 acres, to remain vacant for future home. Pursuant to Chapter 183 of 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:E nvironmental Quality Review Act; The proposed action considered by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of Enviromnental Conservation Regulations im,plementing the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of the Town of Queensbury; No Federal or other agencies are involved; Part I of the Long,F-AF has been completed by the applicant; Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queensbury Planning Board as lead agency that this project will result in no significant adverse impacts, on the environment, and, therefore, an environmental impact statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this, negative declaration is issued. MOTION TO GRANT A POSIT1W DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SUBDIVISION FINAL STAGE 12-2017 MICHAEL ALTARE, , ntroduced by who moved for its adoption. As per the resolution prepared by staff. 1. Part 11 of the Long EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. 2. Part III of the Long EAF has been reviewed an.d completed by the Planning Board. Or . art III of the Long EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts Duly adopted this 27'day of June,2,01.7 b, the following vote: y AYES: N 0 E S, Phone: 5[8.761,8220d 1`uv 518,745-44.371742 13ayRoad,QLWQ11SbL1ry, NY 'o""% r� 1,3 1�u 1. 1,u Town of Queensbuty Planning Board RE SOLUTION-Approve/Deny Subdivision Preliminary Stage 11-2017 MICHAEL. ,LT ARE Tax Map ID: 309.17-1-2 /Property Address: 88 &92 Eagan Road/ Zoning: WR A subdivision application has been made to the Queensbury Planning Board for the following, Applicant proposes to subdivide a 4.04 acre parcel into two lots - Lot I to be 2.02 acres to, maintain existing buildings and house & Lot to be 2.02 acres to remain vacant for future home. Pursuant to Chapter 18 of the 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 ,3, the Planning Board. has determined that this,proposal satisfies the reqtdrernents,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 RA N Declaration A public hearing was scheduled and held on 06,/27/2017; This application is supported with all documentation, public comment, and application material in the file of record; MOTION TO APPROVE IDISAPPBBI VISION PRELIMINARY STAGE 11-2017 MICHAEL ,LT ,R , Introduced by -who moved its adoption. ,Duly adopted this 27"day of June, 2017 by the following vote:. AYESw NOES: Pbow, 51&761 A220,d F`ax: 5�&745A437 V 742 Ba)I, Road,Quvensbury, NY 12804 z I Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION —AMrove/DisaRprove, Subdivision Final Stage 12-2017 MICHAEL ,LTARE Tax Map ID: 30'9'.17-1- / Property Address: 88 & 92 Eagan Road / Zoning: WR A subdivision application has been made: to the Queensbury Planning Board for the, following: Applicant proposes to subdivide a 4.04 acre parcel into two lots—Lot I to be 2.02 acres to maintain existing buildings and house & Lot 2 to be 2.02 acres to remain vacant for,future home. Pursuant to Chapter 183 of the Zoning Ordinance, subdivision of land shall be subject to Planning.Board review and,approval. Putsuant to relevant sectiones of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code-Chapter A-18 3, the Planning Roard has detennined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code; A public hearing was scheduled and held on 06/27/2017, This application is stpported with, all documentation, public comment, and application material in the file of record; MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SUBDIVISION FINAL ' TA GE &UBDIVISIONr FINAL STAGE 12-2017 M101AEL AJLTARE, Introduced by who moved its adoption. I. The requirements of the State Environmental. Quality Review Act have been considered and the Planning Board has adopted a SEQRA Negative/Positive Declaration; and if the application is a modification, the: requirements of'the State Environmental Quality Review Act have been considered, and the proposed modification[sl do not result in any new or significantly different environmental impacts, and, therefore, no further SEARA review is,necessary; 2. Waiver reqpests &Kanted/Jenied: stormwater nigint., grading, landscaping & lighting Plans; 3. The limits, of clearing,will constitute a no-cut buffer zone, orange construction fencing shall, be: installed around these areas and field verified by Community Development staff 4. Engineering sign-off required prior to signature of Planning,Board Chairman,. 5. The applicant must submit a copy of the following to the Town: a) The project NOI (Notice of Intent) for coverage under the current NYSDEC SPDES General Permit or for coverage under an individual SPDE S prior to the start of my site work. b) The project,NOT (Notice of Termination) upon completion of the project; and 6. The applicant must maintain on their project site, for review by staff., a) The approved final that have been stamped by the Town Zoning Administrator. These plans must include the project WPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan') when such a plan was, prepared and approved; and b) The project NOI and proof of coverage under the current NYS,DEC SPDES General. Permit, or an individual SPDES permit issued for the project. Page I of 2 llhonv, 5[8,761,8220 1 Fuv, 51 8345A4,J7 1742 WtN� Ro,,W, (,A11QQ11SbL11'y, NY 12804 7. Final approved Plans, in compliance with the: Subdivision, must be submitted. to the Community Development Department before: any further i&eview by the Zoning Administrator or Building and Codes personnel. S. The applicant must meet with Staff'after approval and prior to issuance of Building Perrnit and/or the beginning,of any site work, 9. Subsequent. issuance of`further permits, including building permits is dependnt on compliance with this and all other conditions of this resolution; 10. As-bui It plans to, c,erti fy that the subdivi sin is developed accorIii ng to the approved plans to be provi d pL Lor to issuance of the certificate of occu pancy; Duly adopted this 27"' day of Juzane,, 2017 bthe following vote, AYES: NOES Page of�2 Phone: 3�&76 I.N220 Fuv 51&745 4437 1742 Bay Rwd, Queensbury-, NY 12804 Site Plan 43-2017 @ 66 Carey Road Northeast dower Systems. Public Hearing Scheduled SEAR Unlisted Draft resolution — grant/clergy site plan approval .............. 'Town of Queensbury Planning Board Ow Community Development Department Staff Notes June 27, 2017 Site Plan 43-2017 NORTHEAST POWER SYSTEMS 66 Carey Road/ CLI —Commercial Light Industrial, / Ward 4 SEAR Unlisted Material Review: Narrative, application, site drawings, drainage report Parcel History: SUB 6-87, SP 66-1998, SP -2000 6,000 sf addition,; SP 23-2011 12,000 Sf expansion 'Requested Action, Planning Board review and approval to construct an 11,400 sq. ft,. addition to existing 25,880 sq. ft. electrical industrial business facility. .Resolutions L SEQR 2 PB decision Pro Wet Descrintion Applicant proposes to construct an 11,400 sq. ft. addition to existing 25,880 sq. ft. electrical industrial business facility. Project includes 9,000 sq. ft. warehouse and 2,400 sq. ft. office area. Site work includes new septic area altering parking on site. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance,, industrial additions shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location-The project site is an addition to an existing building,located at 66 Carey Road within the industrial park. • Arrangement- The existing parcel is located at the comer of Carey Road and Native Drive. The addition will be towards,Carey Road. • Site Design- The existing building is 25,880 sq ft appears on plans as two interconnected buildings, The plans show the area of 20 parking spaces that will be used for the proposed addition of warehouse and office area. In addition, the:applicant has indicated several pines will be relocated on the site as wel,l as the! lateral lines for the septic. • Building,—The project includes a 90X100 warehouse buildingaddition to the existing warehouse area of the facility. The elevations show the height to be consistentwith the existing buil,ding including the metal style building. There is only single doors on either side of the addition. The office addition,is to be 40X60 will, also be placed at the north east side of the site. The office is to, include an area for offices, conference room and lobby area, • Signage-The:applicant has shown signage at the new office area. The board should request clarification on size of the sign to confirm compliance. The office area addition is set back at 56 ft from the front property line where a,30 sq ft,wall sign wouldbe maximurn allowed with a permit. • Site conditions,(Grading and drainage plan)-The applicant has provided inforination on site drainage fbr the existing and new additions. * Traffic- The existing building and additions require the site to have 30 parking,spaces where there are 25 spaces shown at the front of the buildings, The she also,contains a rear delivery and pick-up area,for the vehicles to, access the warehouse portion of the site:. The site would accommodate the additional spaces if needed. * Site lighting—The applicant has indicated the existing building lighting near the addition is to be removed and reinstalled on the new addition, No lighting poles wmere identified — The board may request clarification if any new light poles are to be installed. o Elevations.and Floor plans —E-levations and floor plans have been provided. 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 to appear on the site plan or included as attachments. At the time of application the applicant has not r,e:quested any waivers. SumniaEy The applicant has completed a site plan application for the addition of a 90 X tel sq ft warchous,e dditin, a 40 x60 sq ft office: building addition, site work for the parking area, relocating trees,, relocating laterals, building lighting and site wvrk for stormwaiter. The board may request clarifikation on signage and pole lighting. Meeting HjgqFirst meeting _ 2 - THE North Country Office Cba K.,e L 1 375 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128,04 P- (518) 812-0513 F- (518) 812-2205 COMPANIES www.chazencornpani8s,com 1, Hudson Val[ey Office, (PAS)454-3,980 Enghneers capfto[ Distria Office (SIS), 273-0055 iLand Sarveyors Planners Environmental ProfeWonals Landscane Architects June 14,;2817 Mr.Craig Brown Zoning Administrator and Code Compliance officer Town of Queensbiury 742 Bay Road Quee ns b u ry, Ne York 12804 Delivered via email only. CraigB@gueensbLiry.net Re: Northeastern Power SystemsInc. Town of Queensbury, Wan"en Countj6 New York, Chazen project#91 7W.24 Queenshary Ref#SP43-2,017 Dear Mr. Brown: The Chazen Companies (Chazen) has received a submission package from your office for the above referenced profect. The applicant intends to build an addition to their existing structure which will dis,tu rb an,area of 0.64 acres. Subirn itted information includes the fol lowi ng: 16 Site Plains and Details prepared by ABD Engineers LLP., dated May 15, 2017; * Starr titer Management Report,Amendment prepared by ABD Engineers I.I.P., dated May' 15, 2017; and * Short EAF and Site Plan Review Application dated May 15,2017. Your office has requested that we limit our review to the design of stormwater system as it relates to compliance to local, state or irelevaint codes and regulations. Based upon our review, Chazen offers the following comments for the Town's consideration: Stormwatier Man ernent&Erosion and Sediment,Control- L Section 179-6-080 of the Town Code, states that stormwater drainage plans shall analyze the, imparts of a project using at least a 50-year return interval storm with regards to both runoff rate and volume for commercial projects. Section 179-6-08,0.0 of the town code states that all stormwateir management plans shall be dlesinged, so that post-devellopment runoff rates and volumes are equal to,or less than pre-developirnent run-off. The Applicant has provided analysis of the 1,00-year return i nte,rva]storm.Com me ntsretati ng to the stormwate r system are as follows. 2 It is difficult to, discern if runoff from areas south of subcatchiment iPre Area I and Pre Area 2 contribute to the existing basins. These areas include the lexisting asphalt aind existing building south of subcatchment Pre Area 1 and 2.The Applicant to clarify,how the southern boundaries of Chazwi Engineer4qg, UrW Surveying&Landscape Architect um CO.1,D.P.G. Chazen EiMranmentiof Services,�nc. Thee Chazen Gompans, dna Town of Qveemb,ury Northeastern Powm er,Sysn eams Inc. June 1:4,201.7 Pap 2 Pre Area 1 and 2 were determined and clarify where runoff from southern portions of the site flow to,. 3. It does not appear that Pre Area 2 and lost Area 2 contain all areas tribunary to the existing and proposed basin,. Contours south and east of these suubcatchments indicate drainage paths from east to west towards the existing arndi proposed basins;The Applicant to revise the suabcatchrnent boundaries accordingly. 4. The Soiil Erosion and Stabilization motes on sheet 3 mention, a temporary rock construction entrani however it does not appear that the construction entrance its showwn.The applicant to revise the plans to depict all (proposed sediment and eroMon control features. 5. The Applicant to clarify if the infiltration trenches., depicted on the site plan, are intended to provide pre-treatment of the proposed impervious areas., The infiltration trenches are not lncllu iided in the (Hydro A,D model. i6. It does not appear that soil tests were performed to confirm separation distance requirements to bedrock.and groundwater, in the vicinity of the(proposed irnfiltration basin.A5such,r testing must be performed to confirm adequate separation from seasonally highs groundwater ( minimum 3- feet) at the location of the proposed) basin. Chazen would not tale exception to testing being performed at the start of construction, However, it shall'be noted)that if any design changes occur because of discovered inconsistency in soil conditions, the project may he subject to additional site plana review, TheApplicant shall notify the Town prior to advainchig the soll testing, such that the Town can witness the testing, if they so,choose. The Applicant to clariity,how,the eAltration rates (in Hydro,CAD)were determined.The Applicant shall provide infiltration test resuults used to determine the enufiiltration rates in (Hydro uID, 7, Section 63.1 of thin S LS states that an infiltration trench or basin shall be separated from a septic syste'rn a miniori of 25, feet. A portion of the, proposed) infiltration trench near the proposed office building falllsithlni 5 feet of the proposed absorption laded. 'The Applicant to revise the design to conform to Sectiion 6.3.1. 8. Section 6.3.1 of the SWDM states that alrn infiltratiien trench or basin shall be separated from a struucture a minirnurm of 25 fleet.The Apph rant 1 pro posi!ng an iinfiltration trench along the side of the proposed warehouse and office building.The Applicant shall eiither,reliocate the proposed trench or demonstrate how the building foundation will be protected),. 'q. The 'Soil 'Erosion and Stabilization (notes on sheet 3, bullet 5, references the incorrect soil and erosion manual.The reference shall be changed to the New York State Standards and Specifications for Erosion and Sedliment Control (July 20116). 10. The Applicant to clarify who will own and rnaintain the existiin,g,and proposed storumwwater Systems on site, The Applicant shall coordinate with the town to determine if the town wants to enter into,agreement for the maintenance of the stormwwater systems.: A draft maintenance agreement is provided in Section 147 Attachrnent 5 of the town code. 8.m'wlprvaJec16 ,91?'119179' ,31d'7G9.fdl�-T. aansh�rA91706f 24.m.Cjuaambuiq SFA4MJ Narthea:atr+m 9yspwmws"�lul�"k�+'ie+ru"491"�5. 9,Nd,ml mwrwr,.Y"ra H . li!1.'9'.It1L`.2JV�.L1,� u Town of Qu"nsbury Niqrth,eastiern Power Systems[nc- Jun,a 1A.,2017 Page 3 11,, The Applicant Shall revise theStormwater management report to iniclucle suction.s describing the ternporary,aind permanent erosion and sediment control features proposed on 'this project, as well as loing-term operation and maintenance procedures for the proposed storm tear system (i.e. c�atch basfn% infiltration treinch, infiltration basin), 12,. The Applicant shall provide,a detail for the propased inifiltration, basin that includes construction procedures,Seeding erndl mulching requirements, and long-term operation and mainteniance procedures, 13. The Applicant t Iprovide details fair the cat'ch, basins aind flared end sections. In the event the Planning Board or Town staff=have any questions or require additional Information, please do not hiesItatieto,contact ime at(518) 824-19,M ,Sincerely, 15t- Sean M. Doty, P,E., LEED AP, Ci 4, Principal Manager, Municipal En, irneering Services cc: Sunny Sweet, Town Planning Office Administrator(via ernaill) Laura Mloor'e,Town Land Use Planner (via e-m:ajl)l File T.Queenshury-5F43,2017 Northeast Power Wausau ouunt �PlaningDepartment ,lnau17_1 Project Review and Referral Form Reviewed by Department on June 12, 2017 Project Name Northeast Parr Syatern, LLC Owner: Northeast Power System, LLC, ID Number-r- QBY-17-SPR-43 Current' +marl CLI community" Queensbury Project Description-, Applic e cription- Appiie nt proposes toconstruct a 19000 sq, ft, warehouse addition and a 2,400 Sq.ft. office space, Site Location: 66 Carey Rd Tax Map li urnbael(s)., 820-1-6 StaffNotes: The issues here eppearto be of a local) naiture involving local issues ith ut any significant impa tson County properties or resources. Staff recommends no cotinty impact based ontbe information aua'birnitted aiccordingi to the su giige.sted review rlter[a of NYSG,eneral MIunicipal Law Sectilon 239,applied to the proposed project, Local actions to date (if any): County Planning Departrnt!nt: iii Local Action-. incl Disposition 6/1312017 Warren County Planning Department Oahe i;gune:d Local Official Date Sigped PLEASE RVJURN THIS FORM" 'FHE WARREN COUNTY PLANNING DEPARIMENT WITHIN,10 DAYS O PINAL ACTIO o,%n I d I H!"a Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEQR RESOLUTION—Grant Positive or,Negative Declaration Sifte Plan 4 -2017 NORTHEAST POWER SYSTEMS Tax Map ID: 308.20-1-6/Property Address: 66 Carey Road / Zoning,: CLI The applicant proposes to construct, an 11,400 sq. ft. addition. to existing 25,880 sq, ft. electrical industrial business facility, Project includes 9,000 sq., ft. warehouse and 2,400 sq. ft. office area. Site work includes new septic area aftenrig,parking on site. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, industrial additions shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The Planriing Board, has determined, that the proposed project and Planning Board action is subject to review under the State Environmental Quality Review Act; The proposed action considered, by this Board is 'Unlisted in the Department of Environmental Conservation Regulations implementing tile State Environmental Quality Review Act and the: regulations of the Town of Queensbury; No Federal or other agencies are involved; Part I of the Short EA F has,been completed by the applicant; Upon review ofthe information recorded on.this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queensbury Planning Board as lead agency that this project will, result in no significant adverse impacts on the envirorunent, and, therefore, an environmental im, pact statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is issued. MOTION TO GRANT A POSITIVE DELL ARATIQN OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SITE PLAN 4.3-2017 NORTHEAST POWER SYSTEMS ntroduced by_who moved for`its adoption. As per the resolution prepared by staff. I� Part 11 of the Short EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board, 2. Part III of the Short EAF has been rev°iewed and completed by the Planning Board. Or Part III of the Short EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Duly adopted this 27' day of June, 2017 by the following vote: AYES, NOES: Phone- 519.761.8220� Fav 5 1N-745.,W7� 7.42 Mly R041d, ("Weensbuy, NY 12804 7-4121 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION- Grant/Deny Site Plan Approval SITE PLAN 3-2017 NORTHEAST POWER SYSTEMS Tax Map ID: 08.20-1-6 /Property AddTess. arey Road/ Zoning: CLI 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, to construct an 11,4010 sq, ft. addition to existing 25,880 sq. ft. electrical industrial, business facility. Project, includes 9,000 sq. ft. warehouse and 2,400 sq. ft. office area. Site work includes new septic area altering parking on site. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-0410 of the Zoning Ordinance,, industrial additions shall besubject 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 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 (SEQRA), and adopted a SEA Negative Declaration- Determination of Non-Significance The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site: plan application on 06/27/2017 and continued the public hearing to 06127/2017, when it was closed, The Plamung 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 /27/2017; 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 / DISAPPROVE SITE PLA,N 43-2017 NORTHE,AST POWER SYSTEMS; Introduced by -who moved for its adoption, Per the:draft provided by staff conditioned upon the following conditions.: 1) Waivers,request granted/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; b) Final approved plans should have dimensions and setbacks noted on the site plan/survey, floor plans and elevation for the exisfing rooms and proposed rooms in the building and site improvements,, 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; Pap I of 2 Phoflm�. 518.761.8220 V Fax.. 518345A437 i 742 Say Road, Queenoury, NY 128,0 ; ww mqueen s bury.riet d) The applicant must meet with Staff after approval a,nd prior 'to issuance of Building Permit and/or the beginning of any situp work; C) Subsequent,issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with th,is and all other conditions of this resolution; 1) 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) Resoluti, n.to,be placed on final plans in its entirety and legible. Duly adopted this 271h day of June, 2017 by,the following vote® AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518,761,,8220 1 Fax 518.745.4437 742 Bay Road Q,ueenoiuTy, NY 12804 1 www,.quLt-t1nsbury.nLtt Site Plan, 6 .2017 & Special Use Permit -2017 53 Stas Route Lake George Campsites, LLC Public Hearing Scheduled SPQR Unmated Draft, resolution grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Hoard Corn.munity Development Department Staffy otes June 27, 20 17 Site Plan 462017 LAKE GEORGE CAMPSITES, LLC Special Use Permit 9-2017 1 53 State Route 9 / CI —C .nun ercial intensive/Ward 2 SEQR Unlisted Material Review: narrative, application, site drawings of display and specific, site,. overall site drawing, elevation and lighting information for display Parcel History: 1X95 3 car garape& septic; 1998 wall sign; SP 13-2008 expansion of operations Reguested Action Planning Board review and approval to install a 40, ft. long, 24 ft. high dinosaur display piece at the entrance to Lake George Campsites. Resolutions 1. SEQR 1 PB decision rpo .ject Description Applicant proposes to install a 40 ,ft. long, 24 ft. high dinosaur display piece at the entrance: to Lake George Campsites. Prpject area is < 5,000 sq. ft. and will contain display of dinosaur, boulders, landscaping, lighting and temporary signage. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 & 179-10 (special use permit) of the Zoning Ordinance, amusement centers,shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. StaffComments • Location-The project site is at 1053 State Route 9 at the:corner of Hidden Valley Rd and State route' • Arrangement7 The plans show an area of about 5,000 sq ft to be utilized for the dinosaur display and the scenery used for the display area. • Site l esign- The dinosaur is to be in. the center of the 5,000 sq ft area with the:scenery then a fence surrounding the display area. • Signage-The applicant has indicated temporary sign permit will be applied and to be compliant with code requirements. • Site conditions-The applicant has explained the site is an existing 38 +/-,acre:campground with 234 camp sites and 9 buildings. One of the buildings is the campground office and located at the front of the property neat to the dinosaur display site. The office parking area will be improved with four, additional spaces. There are no changes to the campground operations. • Traffic- The applicant has indicated the campground office building area would require 9 spaces and 486 for the campsites and associated buildings currently provided.. The project includes creating 4 spaces for an amusement allraction.per code, one to be a handicap space. The project includes construction of'a 5 ft wide sidewalk path(permeable surface) from the parking area to connect with the Route 9 sidewalk. The applicant has included an initial review of the traffic specific to the display piece and has indicated,no changes in traffic arrangement is,needed. * Site utility details —the display area will be utilize electric connection, for the animatronics of the display and lighting. The electric connection will be:from the:existing building--cam, pground office, • Grading and drainage plan —stormwater will be managed for the display with bioswales a Landscape: plan—The applicant has indicated rain gardens are to, be installed with a,mix of plaritings. In ,addition the plans indicated four cedars are to be installed. 0 Site lighting plan—The plans show two light poles with three fixtures on each. pole. The:poles are to be 22 it and the fixtures are pointed downward, The applicant has provided additional details about projection of the lighting and proximity to Route 9. The board may have further discussion about anti glare options and Route 9 traffic to minimize lighting interference. Also, for discussion are the proposed palma trees and if they will contain lighting. 0 Elevations and Floor plans —the submission includes,details of the dinosaur appearance on the site and the area where the dinosaur will be installed, The dinosaur will be placed on a on af6ur foot platform with a 6 It fence surrounding the display area. Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the: Planning Board may grant waivers onits, own init'iative: 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 requested a waiver for the type oflighting provided for the site -g. site lighting Special Use Permit Criteria: A special use permit is,required as outlined in eneral riteria Section 179-10-070. and Specific Cniterial 79-101- 070 B. Amusement centers.,(1) Each amusement center shall clearly indicate intendedseasonal operating durations afnol an annual 9peration.Q) Preservation of existing vegelation and grading is strongly encouraged, Harniony with the Comprehensive Plan-The project may be considered to be consistent with the Compre.hensive Plan as the area is zoned Commercial Intensive recognizing additional. businesses Iforn retail to, amusement would be situated 'in this particular area til"the community. Campatibifity —The proposed project is compatible with the existing uses in the area as there is, a focus of entertainment and amusement uses nearby including Great Escape Theme Park and the Glen Drive In theater. Access, circulation and parldng —The applicant has had Creighton Manning evaluate traffic in the: area and generation of traffic specific to the Dinosaur display The applicant does, not anticipate the display to generate traffic to stop and park, but rather to, drive-by similar to other ridelamusernent rides at the Great Escape. Infrastructure and servilees, —Theroject will utilize electric service to operate the dino,saur and the light P fixtures. The:project includes installation of a sidewalk path, from the parking area to the Route 91 sidewalk. Environment and natural features—The: initial project involves about 5,0sq of a 38 +/- ac,parcel and was, a previous lawn area of the entrance area to the camp, ground. The: applicant understands the moveable camping unitsare not allowed in the area currently and will need to be relocated to the interior of the campgrotind. Long-term effeets —The applicant has indicated the addition of the display will be consistent with, the area as, a tourist corridor from eateries, retail, to entertainment. Specific Criteria,—The applicant has indicated the display piece is intended, for a, larger project as part of an outdoor museum upon further reviews,and at this time does not have specific operating hours;—potentially weather protected for winter. In addition, the project area is an existing lawn area and the, applicant proposes to install some landscaping features to enhance the display. Summag The applicant has completed a site planreview application and special use permit for the installation of a 40 it in length.and 24 ft tall dinosaur display for an amusement center use. �M�eetin&Tjjistoj_y: First meeting 2: Warren County Planning Department, Project 'Review and Referral Forni Reviewed by Departnment on June 12, 2017 1''roject Name. Labe eor eampsiiteos„ l_L Owner: Lake George Gampsites, LLC IDNumber: BY-17-SPR-4 ruurrcnt Zoning: cl Community. Queensbury Project Description: pplica nt proposes,to iirnstaii a 40' long 24" high,dinosaur dispiay,piece at the entrance to LabeGeorge Camps,fte. Project area Is < 5,000 sq. ft. and will contain display dinosaur, boWd rs, landscaping, Itglntiing and temporary sigrnsge, Site:Location: 11053 State Rt 9 Tax Map Number(s),. 292.12-1-6 Staff Note '92.,11 -1i- Stafl"Note : The issues mere eppeaft be,rat e local nature irnvolviirn g local issur s w0rnut any sig nitIca nt immnpactso n Cournt properties or resources, Staff recommends n s+uun ly impact basad)rnntine information submitted according to the suggested review criteria of NINSGeneral Municipal Law Section 239 applied to the proposed project- Local rof ct-L cal actions to date (if,an ): County Planning Dtpamrtmnemnt. Nall Local ActionRinid Dus itinnnu 6/13/2,017 Warren County Planning DepmnrrtTnerrt ate:Signet) Lacunal Official Late Signed Pr. ASS RETURN THIS FORM TO T'HE A RR�EN COUNTY PLANNINGDEPARTMENT WITHIN 10 DA VS OF FINAL ACTION Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEAR RFUSOLUTION rant Positive or Negative Declaration 'Site Plan 40-2017 & Special Use Permit 9-2017 LAKE,GEORGE CAMPSITES, LLC Tax Map ID. 295 12-1-6 /Property Add ress: lbw State Rourte 9,/Zoning; Cl The applicant proposes to install a 40 ft. long, 24 ft. high dinosaur display piece at the entrance to Lake George Campsites. Project area is < 5,000 sq. ft. and, will contain display of dinosaur, boulders,, landsca ing, lighting P p and temporary signage. Pursuant to Chapter, 179- -040 & 179-10,(Special use permit) of the Zoning Ordinance, amusement centers 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 Environmental Quality Review Act; The: proposed aefion considered by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of Environinental Conservation Regulations implementing the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of the 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 information recorded on this ,,F, itis the cone lusion of the Town of Queensbury Planning Board as lead agency that this project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment, and,, therefore, an environmental impact statemn ent need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is issued. MOTION TO GRAINIT A POSITIVE DECLARATION' OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SITE PLAN 46-2017 & S Pg,CIAL USE PMIT 9-2017 LAKE GEORGE, MP IT LLC latrodueed by who moved for its adoption, As per the resolution prepared by staff. .1. Part 11 of the Short EAF has beenreviewed. and completed by the Planning Board. 2. Part .11:1 of the Short EAF has, been reviewed and completed by the Plan.ning Board. or Part 111 of the Short l is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Duly adopted this,27"day of June, 2017 bthe following vote: AYE& NOES: Phone: 518-761.82-10 1 Fax' 5 19.745-d�-1-17 � 7421 Bay Road. NY 12804 � wwNY,queenshury.net 1 111� 4 BII,, � " auy�u�uatiflu���� Opti°wr�rd��gwo '��1 � wll@�a:^; 712 6'OIALI. Town of Qmensbury Planning 'Board RESOLUTION—Grant/Deny Site Plan Approval SITE PLAN 4&2017 & SPECIAL USE PERMIT 9-2017 LAKE, E MPSIT , LLC Tax Map PI : 295.12-1-6 /:Property Address: 1053 State Route' /Zoning. Cl The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning :l Bard fuer Site Plan approval pursuant to Article ' of the Town zonirn . Ordinance for: Applicant proposes to install a 40 ft. lung, 24 ft. high dinosaur display piece at the entrance to Lake George Campsites. Project area is < 5,000 sq. ft. and will contain display of dinosaur, boulders, landscaping, lighting and temporary signage. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 & 179-1 (special use permit) of the Zoning Ordinance,nance, amussement centers, shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code-Chapter 179-9-080,0, the Planning, Beard has detemined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code; As required. Iby General MunicipalLaw Section 239-ren 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 Enviromnental Quality Review pct ( Eand adopted a SEQPA Negative Declaration— Determination of Non-Significance The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 06/27/2017 andcontinued the public bearing;tufa 06/27/2017,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,06/ 7/2017; 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 appy nail, 1" O'" ION 'TAPPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 46-2017 & SPECIALUSE PERMIT -2017 LAKE GEORGE CAMPSITES,ES, LQ Introduced by who moved for its adoption; Per the draft.Provided by staff conditioned upon the following conditions 1 'Waivers request granted/denied„ Adherence to the items outlined in,the follow-up letter sent with this resolution. a; If application was referred to engineering, then engineering sign-oft required prior to signature of Zoning Administrator of the approved plans, b Final approved plans should have dimensions and setback's noted on the site plan/survey, floor plans and elevation for the existing rooms and proposed rooms in the building an. site improvements,, e Final approved plains, in compliance with the Site Plan, must be submitted,to the Co.rmnunity Development Department before any further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building and Codes personnel, gage l t Phone-. 518.76,1.8,220 Far 518745AQ,7 ; 74 Bay Road, Qun5bury, NY 11260uw .gaueen uary,rum 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) Subsequent issuance of further pennits, including building permits is,dependent on compliance with. this and all othcr conditions of this resolution; f) As-buill plans to certify that the site plan is developed according to the approved plans to be provided prior to issuance of the certificate ofoccupancy, g), Resolution.to be placed on final plans in its entirety and legible. Duty adopted thi,s,27" day of June:, 201.7 by the following vote. AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 51b8.761.822; Fax: 18,745.443'7'742 Bay Road, Queensbury', NY 12804 www,queensbury,ri,o Discussion item 7-201,17 @ 120 Luzerne Road No Public Hearing Scheduled ............ Town of Queensbury Planning,Board Community Development Department Staff Notes June 7, 20,17 Discussion Itern 7-2017 BOGAW & ANNA BIELECKI 120 Lu zeme:Road,/CLI —Commercial LiOt intensive/Ward 4 SEQR Unlisted Material R�eview- site plan drawings Parcel History: SP 1999 Roquested Action Discussion, regarding a proposalfor two 3-story buildings 40'x8O', two 2-story buildings 40,"x8O,' and two 6,0`x20,O' high bay warehouse buildings. Resolutions n/a for discussions Project Dgs�rinitio Applicant proposes two 3-story buildings 40'x80', two 2-story buildings 40' O' and, two 0" O10' high bay warehouse buildings Building arrangement is one 3-story connected to one warehouse then connected to one 2-story building — same arrangement on east and west sides of property. Project includes land clearing of 5 acres, lighting, landscaping and parking set up for office, warehouse and light industry construction company. Pursuant to Chapter 179-9-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, discussion with the Planning Board may be requested, by,the applicant. Site P Items —The highligits for the code sections for review are noted below., 179-3-040 Carnmercial-Light Industrial.. The purpose of the Commercial-Light Industrial (CLO District is to provide fior mixed commercial and light industrial uses,in order to maximize utilization of this area of the Town that will enhance the Tds tax base and provide quality lobs, particularly those areas that are in,transition.between older industrial uses and newer commertial warehousing and retail uses. This area,of the Town is described in the "Industrial Corrid,orstEconomic Development" section of the Comprehensive Plan, adopted on August 6, 2007, and merges the former CI-1 A and Ll Districts,provided tinder the 002 Zoning Law. (a) Uses,allowed. This district allows light industrial uses which are its main focus, as well, as warehousing, storage, and truck depot uses. in addition, commercial uses such as retail and services areas are allowed with certainrestrictions as to size and location. These restrictions aro provided to ensure that the district's purpose remains light industry and,that the nonindustrial uses do not predominate bunt serve as,compatible infill to serve the area. All allowed uses require site plan review. Article 7. Design Standards § 179-7-080. All industrial zones. A. Site organization. (1) B aild.iLig. 1.1acement and front yard setback, (a) Buildings,must present their main facade and entrance toward a public or interior, private street, Building's should be oriented parallel or perpendicular to, public sidewalks and allow for parking in the rear or side of the proposed structure. (b) In industrial zones where:commercial uses are permitted, the entire fiootprint ofthe building containing the commercial use shall be within 400 feet of a public road and arnaxirnum of 40,000 square feet. (c) in industrial zones where commercial uses are permitted, a corm-nercial use need not be contained with 400 f6et of a major public road if it is,directly related to and either connected to,or adjacent to an industrial use in the same zone eg,, selling products,made at the factory). (2) Off-street parking. (a) Location. Placement of'parking areas shall be at the rear or on the side of the building. (b) If parking is located along,the side of a building, a minimum, five-foot landscape buffer between the parking area and the edge of sidewalk is required. (c) [I Peak-period (spillover�)parking areas shall utilize alternate pervious paving materials such as,grass pavers, 11 and gravel surfaces.[I Editor's Note. Former Subsection A(.2)(c), which prohibited off-streetP arkinginfrontof buildings, was,repealed 1-28-2011 by L.L. No. 2-2011. This local law also provided for the redesignation of former SubseCtiOnr A(2)(d)and (e) as, Subsection A(2)(c)and (d),respectively, (d) Parking garages should 'be constructed if feasible to satisfy off-street parking requirements. The: sidewalk- level facades of garages,shall be designed to encourage active uses and obscure the view of parked cars,. (3) P Lking area landsca in& (a) Landscape materials shall include. trees, hedges, slu-ubs or low walls of brick, wood, wrought iron, or an acceptable substitute, Chain-link fencing is prohibited (b) For parking areas greater than 2,0 stalls, a,ininimum of 10% of the interior area shall be planted, (c) No parking space shall be more than.50 feet froma,large deciduous tree, (d) All plant rnaterials,shall be of salt-tolerant varieties,. (e) The following are minimum size requirements for parking area landscaping plants: [I] Canopy/Deciduous trees: three-i,nch caliper. [2] Small flowering trees, two-inch caliper. [3] Large shrubs: thirty-inch hei ght.:. (0'Trees shall be planted so that the trunk is a minimum of 2 1/2 feet from curb edge. L4) Green space, (a) A minimum of 35%of properties shall be set aside as green space. (b) Green space shall be organized in a rn,eaningfiul and useful manner as one or more parks, squares or community greens. B. Site design. Q) ScreeniLig and buffers., (a) Landscape screening and buffers, shall be instal led on projects that border other zorung,uses. [,mended, 1-28-2011 by L.L. No, 2-2011] (b) Zoning district buff rs shall be native vegetation, such as coniferous trees and shrubs. (c) Zoning,district buff rs shall be a minimum 50 feet wide, and shall include a minimum of five trees per 100 linear feet of buffer. Trees shall have a,m inimurn height of 10 feet. (d) When appropriate, the Planning Board may require a visualsereen.or buffer between properties within the same district. (e) Parking, services, and loading/maneuvering areas, should be reasonably landscaped and screened from view of adJacent properties, and from within the project site. (2), She Ijighting, (A), All lighting fixtures shall. comply with those standards setforth in Article 6 of this chapter. (b) Cobra and highway-style lighting fixtures ate prohibited. (c), 'Pedestrian-scale light fixtures shall be installed and shall be of a style that,complements the buildings, If there is a predominant style of lighting in the immediate area, the style of lighting shouldbe continued, provided that it meets the requirements of Article 6 of this, chapter. (3) Sidewalks. (a) Material., Sidewalks shall. be constructed of concrete, brick, or pavers made of concrete or stone. Asphalt, is not allowed. (b) 'Wr idth and location, [I] Si dewalk,s shall be "paved pathways" for walking and biking,rather than typical sidewalks due to low volume ol"pedestrian.traffic. [2] Sidewalks shall be a minimum four feet wide,, and ADA-compliant. [3] Comiecting to residential streets, sidewalks shall. be a minimum of five feet wide, accompanied by a minimum four-foot planting strip bet.ween the curb and the sidewalk. (c) Sidewalk landsca�pffig. [1] One large deciduous tree for each 35 feet of linear road frontage:(minimum). The street trees should generally be evenly spaced to mate or maintain a rhythm1pattern- [2] A combination of trees should, be used, and should 'be tolerant of urban conditions, especially salt and sand. deposited with snow removal. Tree species may include: [a], Red Maple. [b] Ginkgo., [c] Z,elk�ova. dj j ( l Green Ash. [e] Chinese Elm.. [f] Thornless Honey Locust., [g] Little Leaf Linden,. [h] Oak. JA),Waterfront aceps . Public waterfront access is a major priority along the Hudson River. Public easements should be provided by property owners to ensurepublic access. (5) utilities.. (a) ,All utilities should be buried wherever possible. (b) At a minimum, utilities shall be organized in a manner that produces little visual clutter. C Architectural design., (I),Building heip-ht/proportion. (a) Multiple-s,tory buildings are strongly encouraged. (b) Building height shall have a maximum of five stories. (c) first r story height shall be a minimum.of 12 feet measured floor to floor. (2)lRoof. (a) Prohibited: gambrel or mansard roofs, (b),Allowed: [I I Flat, hip roofs, [a] All permitted roofs shall incorporate a,parapet with cornice details along facades facing public streets, [b] Plain parapets not allowed [2] Pitched roofs: [a] Should complement the overall style of the building. [b] Materials should not be reflective. [c] Colors should complement the overall character of the building. [d] Should incorporate measures to prevent snow and ice from falling onto the sidewalk. ruucade treatment and fenestration, 'The architectural treatment of the building facade should be co,rifinued in. its major features, around all, visible sides from the primary street (4) SNcialty eguipmerit. (a),Rooftop mechanical equipment, satellite dishes, antennas, and all other rooftop equipment shall be screened so as to not be visible from public: view, Screening shall consist of architecturally compat�ible materials, parapets, sloped roof form r malls that are at least as high as the equipment being screened.. (b) Ground-level equipment, such as dumpsters and loading docks, shall be screened so as to not be visible frorn. public view. Screening shall consist of landscaping, natural material walls,, feneing, or other design treatments compatible with the finish of the principal building. Staff comme.nts..,..The project will require strmwater pollution prevention plan as disturbance is proposed fuer 4.6 ac of the 12.92 ac parcel. The plans shows a cu naplex of buildings in two rows that contain multiple office, areas, warehouse areas and light manufacture areas. The project includes on-site septic and connection, to municipal water, The project site located on Luzerne Road will utilize the traffic route to Media Drive then Route 1.87—the board may consider requesting traffic analysis. The traffic route is,within the, CHA Exit 18 Rezone study with the intersection of Media Dr and Main St. Summary Pursuant to Chapter 1794440 of the Zoning Ordinance, applicant may present a sketch to receive comments and feedback from the Planning Board. Meeting History_: First meeting— di scussion only TOWN OF QUEENSBURY WT SWT DEPARTMENT $23 CORINTHROAD * QUEENSBURY,NEW YORK 12,804 * PHONE(518)793-8866*FAX(518)798-3320 Christopher Harrington Alex Benway 'Water Superintendeiat water Treatment Plant operaflons Ehgineer Acting Wastewater Director June 12, 2017 Mr., Craig Brown, Administrator Town of QueensburyPlanning Board 742 Bay Road Queensbury,'New York 12804 Re: June 2017 Planning,Board Applications Dear Craig: My comments regarding the agenda for the June:2017 Plarming Board applications. ate Plan 112017-0"ROURY uto 1 rts: A large:service tap application needs to be applied for at the Water Depar,unent, Updated Plans will be required to show out and cap, Application and associated installation requirements are on the: Water Department's webpage, The water line to the existing building must be Gut and capped. NYSDOH Backflow requirements,shall be followed, i.e., , parts cleaning apparatus Wastewater permit needs to be applied for at the Wastewater Department. Updated Plans required. Sewer,line creeds to be 6"'. Backwater Valve needs to be installed, Manhole covers need to be pickless. An air vent needs to be installed. Details are found on Wastewater's webpage. ........... ............. U, cines:gerr 7-2017 - IIBO "8111 a and Nana sitle kill JaitieE r, A large service tap APplication, needs to be applied for at the 'Water,Department. Application and associated installation requirements are on the Water Department's webpage.