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Application TOWN OF QUEENSBURY 742 Bay Road, �rtccus�artr�F NY. 72804-5902 March 15, 2018 Gerard & Peggy Bielak 15 County Clare Lane iskayuna,NY 12309 Re: Residential Addition 99 Seeley Road Tax Map Parcel: 227.17-1-46 Dear Mr,and Mrs. Bielak; I am writing you with regards to my review of the above referenced projcet and to document the conversations between your agent; Ethan Hal l and Laura Moog of my office. As 1 understand your project, you propose construction of 1,598 sq. ft. addition to your existing 2,160 sq. ft, (footprint) home at 99 Seeley Road. Additionally, I tmderstar d that you propose to remove the existing garago and construat an attached garage to your home. Both Area Variance and Site Plan Review will be required in order for your project to move forward as proposed. Specifically, an Area Variance is needed as your proposed structure requires relief from the minimum setback requirements for the WR zoning district. Site Plan Review by the Planning Board is required for the expansion of a nonconforming structure. This letter will serve as the necessary denial letter for the processing of your paperwork. Should you have any questions or comments regarding your application, please do not hesitate to contact this office. Sin y, cf�D Craig Brown Zoning Administrator CB/sh L:Traig Bro n12019 LettersMenial BieIak 3_15-18.doc " Hoine Df Naturrtl Beauty — A Good Place to Area Variance [ZBAapproved: September 212016] General Information Tax Parcel ID Number: 227.17-146 Zoning District: WR Detailed Description of Project[include current&proposed use]: Current Use: Single Family Residence Proposed Use: Single Family Residence Location of Project: 99 Seeley Road Applicant Name: Mailing Address Gerard & Peggy Bielak 15 County Clare Lane Home Phone City, State,Zip 518-656-9207 Niskayuna, NY 12309 Work Phone Cell Phone 518-441-1763 E-Mail: FAX No. gjbielak@aol.com Agent's Name: Mailing Address Ethan Hall-Rucinski Hall Architecture 134 Dix Ave Home Phone City, State,Zip Glens Falls, NY 12801 Work Phone Cell Phone 518-741-0268 518-260-2888 E-mail FAX No. ephall@nycap.rr.com 518-741-0274 Owner's Name Mailing Address Gerard & Peggy Bielak 15 County Clare Lane Home Phone City, State,Zip 518-656-9207 Niskayuna, NY 12309 Work Phone Cell Phone 518-441-1763 E-mail FAX No. gjbielak@aol.corn Page 1 Area Variance [ZBA approved: September 21 2036] Site Development Data Area/Type Existing sq.ft. Proposed Total sq.ft. Additions . ft. A. Building footprint 2,160 1,598 3,758 B. Detached Garage 541 <-541> 0.00 C. Accessory Structure(s) 132 0.00 132 D. Paved, gravel or other hard surfaced area 3,207 640 3,847 E. Porches/Decks 640 903 1,543 F. Other 395 0.00 395 G. Total Non-Permeable [Add A-F] 7,075 2,600 9,675 H. Parcel Area [43,560 sq. ft./acre] 40,588 0.00 40,588 I. Percentage of Impermeable Area of Site [I=GIH] 17.43% - 23.84% Setback Requirements Area Required Existing Proposed Front Yard [1] 30'-0" 225'-4" house (121'-9" gar 176-9" Front Yard[2] NA NA NA Shoreline 50'-0" 601_9" 501-111 Side Yard [1] 20'-0" 18'-1"house (4'-1" gar) 18'-1" horse (11'-1" gar: Side Yard [2] 20'-0" 52'-6" 2T-11" Rear Yard [1] 301_0" NA NA Rear Yard [2] NA NA NA Travel Corridor NA NA NA Height[maximum] 28'-0" (16-0") 29'-8" 31'-6" Permeability 75% 82.57% 76.16% Number of parking spaces 2 2 3 Page 2 Area Variance [ZBA approved: September 212016] Additional Proiect Information I. Will the proposal require a Septic Variance from the Town Board of Health? No 2. Tf the parcel has previous approvals,list application number(s): 3. Does this pro'ect require coverage under the New York State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System(SPDES)Permit Program?NYes/zNo 4. Estimated project duration: Start Date: sept 2018 End Date: May 2019 5. Estimated total cost of project: $450,000 6. Total area of land disturbance for project: 20,209 SF Floor Area Ratio Worksheet FLOOR AREA RATIO (FAR) --The relationship of building size to lot size, derived by dividing the total building floor area by the lot size in square feet,yielding a percentage. Zoning District Symbol Floor Area Ratio [FAR] Waterfront Residential WR 0.22 Commercial Moderate/Commercial CM/Cl 0.3 Intensive A. The combined area of all square footage, as measure from exterior walls of all structures on the property, including all floors of the structures, garages, basements and attics with more than five (5) feet of ceiling height and covered porches. Building square footage does not include: Open deck, docks and that portion of covered docks extending over water and one storage shed of one hundred twenty (120) square feet or less. Any additional sheds will be included. (See"FLOOR AREA RATIO"). B. Commercial or industrial:the total area in square feet as measured from the exterior of the outside walls of a building or structure, and when applicable,the sum total of all floor areas of the principal and accessory buildings or structures on the project site. Parcel Area 40,558 sq. ft. Existing Floor Area 3,781 sq. ft. [see above definition Proposed Additional Floor Area 2,848 sq. ft. Proposed Total Floor Area 6,629 sq. ft. Total Allowable Floor Area 8.929 (Area x 022 see above table Page 3 Area Variance [ZBAapproved: September 2120161 Compliance with Zoning Ordinance Requesting relief from SECTION: ell._ L k-(C Need relief from the requirement(s)listed below which can not be met by the project as proposed. [Check all that apply] �etback ❑Buffer Zone❑Lot Width ❑✓ Other Bldg.n9t. The following questions reflect the criteria for granting this type of variance. Please complete theta; use additional sheets if needed. 1. Whether an undesirable change will be produced in the character of the neighborhood or a detriment to nearby property will be created by the granting of this area variance? No,the building is an existing single family residence and will remain as such. 2. Whether the benefit sought by the applicant can be achieved by some method, feasible for the applicant to pursue, other than an area variance? No, the location of the existing building is in violation and any modification would require an area variance. However existing side yard relief is greater than the requested relief. 3. Whether the requested area variance is substantial? No, it is moderate. Requesting relief of 8'-11" where the existing relief is 15'-11" currently exists. 4. Whether the proposed variance will have an adverse effect or impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood or district? No, the existing environment will not be effected as the use will remain the same 5. Whether the alleged difficulty was self-created? It may considered self created,however any work on the building would require variance due to current building location. Page 4 Area Variance [ZBA approved: September 21 2016] Section 179-14-03 Application materials and site plan drawing is to include sufficient information for the Board to review and provide a decision. The applicant is to provide a site plan drawing(s)—a survey showing existing conditions,a proposed conditions map(see page 00 for specific criteria)and include any other attachments that address A-D as applicable to the proposed project. A. General Shown on Sheet# I Title,Name,Address of applicant&person responsible for preparation of drawing All 2 Deed Yes 3 North arrow,Tax Map ID, date prepared and scale minimum: 1 inch=40 feet All 4 Boundaries of the property plotted to scale,zoning boundary c-1 &C-2 5 Principal structures, accessory structures with exterior dimensions c-1 &c-2 6 Site improvements incl. outdoor storage areas,driveways,parking areas, etc.: existing& Gi &c-2 proposed 7 Setbacks for all structures and improvements: existin &proposed c-1 &c-2 8 Elevations and floor plans of all proposed and affected structures A-1 thru A-8 B. Water&Sewer Shown on Sheet# 1 Project sewage disposal facilities,design details, construction details,flow rates,and number of c-1&C-2 bedrooms proposed 2 Water supply [i.e.well] &septic on adjoining lots with separation distances to existing or c-1 &c-2 ro osed on-site water supply and septic 3 Separation distances for proposed sewage disposal system to well and water bodies c-1 &c-2 4 Existing public or private water supply [well, lake,etc.]. Method of securing public or private c-1 &c-2 water, location, design and construction of water s!Mply including daily water usage 5 Percolation test location and results NA C. Parking/Permeable Areas Shown on Sheet# 1 Number of spaces required for project including calculations and justification: existing& C-1&C-2 proposed 2 No. of existing parking spaces,number to be removed,number to maintain and type of surfacing c-1&c-2 material e. ., avel, paved] 3 Provision for pedestrian and handica access and parking: existin &proposed NA 4 Desi details of ingress,egress,loading areas and cutting: existin &proposed c-1&c-2 5 Location and character of green areas [existing and proposed], modification to green area,buffer c-1&c-2 zone to remain undisturbed 6 Lighting, location and desip of all existing and proposed outdoor fighting__ c-1&c-2 D. Additional Site Development and Miscellaneous Shown on Sheet# 1 On-site& adjacent watercourses, streams,rivers,lake and wetlands C-1 &c-2 2 Utility/energy distributions stem as,electric,solar,telephone]: existing& ro osed c-1&c-2 3 Location, design and construction details of all existing and proposed site improvements c-1&c-2 including: drains,culverts,retaining walls, fences, faire& emer enc zones and hydrants,etc. 4 Square footage of bldg. area proposed for office, manufacturing,retail sales or other commercial NA activities: existing& ro osed 5 Signage: Location,size,type,design and setback: existing&proposed NA 6 Waiver Request: provide letter with application requesting any waivers: please reference None specific items 7 Commercial/Industrial Development requires submission of Landscaping, Stormwater NA Management, Gradin &Lighting Plans 8 Identification of Federal, State or County permits required for the project together with a record NA of application for all necessary permits Page 5 Area.variance[ZBA approved: September 2120161 Pre-Submission Conference Form/Section 179-9-040 I. Applicant Name: Geral&Peggy Bierak 2. Tax Map ID 227.17-1-46 Location: 99 Seeiey Road 3. Zoning Classification WR 4. Reason for Review: C&-,' V rr c C d al ,�7 S. Zoning Section#: n � - 0- 1—W 6. Pre-Submission Meeting Notes: Provided Outstanding; Please provide by Deed General Information complete a/ Site Development Data Complete Setback Requirements Complete Additional Project Information Complete FAR addressed Compliance with Zoning Ordinance Checklist items addressed ;/ Environmental Form completed Signature Page completed `'1 ai (hu 17 C f � �� ✓�� f✓ZC �L� �S V/1 61 �-Z-C . �, c� �n C t D '� L r:u.2-�' �� L�_c t-is i_t c- re ec euc c- Pz e c� }j `! L✓l i C`��1{ /ll`'aU l G /" { C��} II 0'4 Ur A, C � Staff Representative: c 0,7 Applicant/Agent: Date: Page 6 Signature Page This page includes the 1.)Authorization to Act as Agent Form: 2.)Engineering Fee Disclosure;3) Authorization for Site Visits; 4.) Other Permit Responsibilities;5.)Official Meeting Disclosure and 6.)Agreement to provide documentation required. OWNER'S AGENT FORM: Complete the following if the OWNER of the property is not the same as the applicant Owner: Designates: As agent regarding: Variance Site Plan Subdivision For Tax Map No.: Section Block Lot Deed Reference: Book Page Date OWNER SIGNATURE: DATE: APPLICANT'S AGENT FORM: Complete the following if the APPLICANT is unable to attend the meeting or wishes to be represented by another party: Owner: Gera[d Bielak Designates: Ethan Hall-Rucinski Hail Architecture As agent reg Ing: Variance X Site Plan Subdivision Far Tax Ma o.: ection Block -Lot Deed Refe e: ook age Date OWNER SIGNATURE: DATE: 2.1 ENGINEERING FEE ISCLOSURE: Ap lications may be referred to the Town consulting engineer for review of septic design, storm drainage,etc. as determined ty the Zoning or Planning Department. Fees for engineering review services will be charged directly to the applicant. Fees for engineering review will not exceed$1,000 without notification to the applicant. 3. AUTHORIZATION FOR SITE VISITS. By signing this page and submitting the application materials attached herein,the Owner,Applicant, and his/her/their agent(s)hereby authorize the Zoning Board or Planning Board and Town Staff to eater the subject properties for the purpose of reviewing the application submitted- 4.) ubmitted4.) OTHER PERMIT RESPONSIBILITIES: Other permits may be required for construction or alteration activity subsequent to approval by the Zoning Board or Planning Board. It is the applicant's responsibility to obtain any additional permits. 5. OFFICIAL MEETING MINUTES DISCLOSURE: It is the practice of the Community Development Department to have a designated stenographer tape record the proceedings of meetings resulting from application, and minutes transcribed from those tapes constitutes the official record of all proceedings. 6. AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED I,the undersigned,have thoroughly read and understand the instructions for submission and agree to the submission requirements, I acknowledge no construction activities shall be commenced prior to issuance of a valid permit. I certify that the application,plans and supporting materials are a true and complete statement/description of the existing conditions and the work proposed, and that all work will be performed in accordance with the approved plans and in conformance with local zoning regulations. I acknowledge that prior to occupying the facilities proposed,I or my agents,will obtain a certificate of occupancy as necessary. I also understand that I/we may be required to provide an as-built survey by a licensed land surveyor of all newly constructed facilities prior to issuance of a certificate of occu ancy l h a read an&Ace ve. Bielak [A Print Name[Applicant] Date signed Ethan Hall Signature [Agent] Print Name [Agent] Date signed 9 Site Plan Review application—Revised October 2016 Town of Queensbury Planning Office-742 Bay Road,Queensbury,NY 12804 Short Environmental Assessment Form Part l -Project Information Instructions for Completing Part 1-Project Information. The applicant or project sponsor is responsible for the completion of Part 1. Responses become part of the application for approval or funding,are subject to public review,and may be subject to further verification. Complete Part 1 based on information currently available. If additional research or investigation would be needed to fully respond to any item,please answer as thoroughly as possible based on current information. Complete all items in Part 1. You may also provide any additional information which you believe will be needed by or useful to the lead agency;attach additional pages as necessary to supplement any item. Part 1 -Project and Sponsor Information Naive of Action or Project: Project Location(describe,and attach a location map): Brief Description of Proposed Action: Name of Applicant or Sponsor: Telephone: E-Mail: Address: City/PO: State: Zip Code: 1.Does the proposed action only involve the legislative adoption of a plan,local law,ordinance, NO YES administrative rule,or regulation? If Yes,attach a narrative description of the intent of the proposed action and the environmental resources that ❑ ❑ may be affected in the municipality and proceed to Part 2. If no,continue to question 2. 2. Does the proposed action require a permit,approval or funding from any other governmental Agency? NO YES If Yes,list agency(s)name and permit or approval: ❑ ❑ 3.a.Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? acres b.Total acreage to be physically disturbed? acres c.Total acreage(project site and any contiguous properties)owned or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? acres 4. Check all land uses that occur on,adjoining and near the proposed action. ❑Urban ❑Rural(non-agriculture) [—]Industrial [—]Commercial ❑Residential(suburban) ❑Forest ❑Agriculture ❑Aquatic El Other(specify): ❑Parkland Page 1 of 3 5. Is the proposed action, NO YES N/A a.A permitted use under the zoning regulations? ❑ ❑ ❑ b.Consistent with the adopted comprehensive plan? ❑ ❑ ❑ 6. Is the proposed action consistent with the predominant character of the existing built or natural NO YES landscape? ❑ ❑ 7. Is the site of the proposed action located in,or does it adjoin,a state listed Critical Environmental Area? NO YES If Yes,identify:Name:Lake George, Reason:Protect the resources of the park,Agency:Lake George Park Commission, El ❑ a e: 8. a.Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels? NO YES ❑ ❑ b.Are public transportation service(s)available at or near the site of the proposed action? ❑ ❑ c.Are any pedestrian accommodations or bicycle routes available on or near site of the proposed action? ❑ ❑ 9.Does the proposed action meet or exceed the state energy code requirements? NO YES If the proposed action will exceed requirements,describe design features and technologies: El F-1 10. Will the proposed action connect to an existing public/private water supply? NO YES If No,describe method for providing potable water: ❑ ❑ 11.Will the proposed action connect to existing wastewater utilities? NO YES If No,describe method for providing wastewater treatment: ❑ ❑ 12. a.Does the site contain a structure that is listed on either the State or National Register of Historic NO YES Places? ❑✓ ❑ b.Is the proposed action located in an archeological sensitive area? ❑ ✓❑ 13.a.Does any portion of the site of the proposed action,or lands adjoining the proposed action,contain NO YES wetlands or other waterbodies regulated by a federal,state or local agency? ❑ b.Would the proposed action physically alter,or encroach into,any existing wetland or waterbody? ❑ ❑ If Yes,identify the wetland or waterbody and extent of alterations in square feet or acres: 14. Identify the typical habitat types that occur on,or are likely to be found on the project site. Check all that apply: ❑Shoreline ❑Forest ❑Agricultural/grasslands ❑Early mid-successional ❑ Wetland ❑Urban ❑Suburban 15.Does the site of the proposed action contain any species of animal,or associated habitats,listed NO YES by the State or Federal government as threatened or endangered? Northern Long-eared Bat ❑ ❑✓ 16.Is the project site located in the 100 year flood plain? NO YES 17.Will the proposed action create storm water discharge,either from point or non-point sources? NO YES If Yes, ❑ ❑ a.Will storm water discharges flow to adjacent properties? ❑NO DYES b.Will storm water discharges be directed to established conveyance systemsrunoff and storm drains)? If Yes,briefly describe: NO ❑YES Page 2 of 3 18.Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that result in the impoundment of NO YES water or other liquids(e.g.retention pond,waste lagoon,dam)? If Yes,explain purpose and size: 19.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the location of an active or closed NO YES solid waste management facility? If Yes,describe: 20.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the subject of remediation(ongoing or NO YES completed)for hazardous waste? If Yes,describe: ❑� I AFFIRM THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE AND ACCURATE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applicant/sponsor name: Date: Signature: PRINT FORM Page 3 of 3 EAF Mapper Summary Report Tuesday, March 13, 2018 5:52 AM Disclaimer: The EAF Mapper is a screening tool intended to assist + project sponsors and reviewing agencies in preparing an environmental P ern i 22 7.1 7-17 2 assessment form(EAF).Not all questions asked in the EAF are 1 1 answered by the EAF Mapper.Additional information on any EAF 227.1 7-1-36 question can be obtained by consulting the EAF Workbooks. Although b 227.17-l 44227.17-1-43 the EAF Mapper provides the most up-to-date digital data available to 4 DEC,you may also need to contact local or other data sources in order 2 7 17-2-15 to obtain data not provided by the Mapper.Digital data is not a substitute for agency determinations. �..- 227.17-1-44 27.17-2-13 227.. -. -4hlonac7l Otlaw ti 27.17-2-12 Queensbury 227.17-1-4�i Toronto - 227.17-2-11 k krxh2Jar + � � .?rawrdence r 5�f ri, I4 ERE,GarminfU x Cleveland 227.17-2-10 - Intermap, IrJCREhAE�J7"�RCen, ri I.�n ��/�['�Q[�.., Japan,i ETI, FiChina(HongKon�),Esri �Pimmrgh SvUFCE'5 Esii.V4VkGarmin. EsrigTajlenGCC, iIg Columbus USG{5111n#bY�aa'p, INCREMErJT Openatreet apconlihutars,and a Fl.NT2Cen, EsriJ9pan,MET1. 227.17-2-922;�Com munity� 7.17-1 � clnnal-i Wa � tlna (Hong Kong},Esri Part 1 /Question 7 [Critical Environmental Yes Area] Part 1 /Question 7 [Critical Environmental Name:Lake George, Reason:Protect the resources of the park, Agency:Lake Area - Identify] George Park Commission, Date:11-16-88 Part 1 /Question 12a [National Register of No Historic Places] Part 1 /Question 12b [Archeological Sites] Yes Part 1 /Question 13a [Wetlands or Other Yes - Digital mapping information on local and federal wetlands and Regulated Waterbodies] waterbodies is known to be incomplete. Refer to EAF Workbook. Part 1 /Question 15 [Threatened or Yes Endangered Animal] Part 1 /Question 15 [Threatened or Northern Long-eared Bat Endangered Animal - Name] Part 1 /Question 16 [100 Year Flood Plain] Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF Workbook. Part 1 /Question 20 [Remediation Site] No Short Environmental Assessment Form - EAF Mapper Summary Report 1