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1986-09-16 ? QUEENSBURY TOWN PLANNING BOARD "'--..' Regular Meeting held: Tuesday, September 16, 1986 @ 8:00 P.M. Present: Richard Roberts, Chairman * Hilda Mann Frank DeSantis Susan Levandowski Stuart F. Mesinger, Senior Planner Kenneth Sorlin, Secretary Joseph S. Dybas Victor Macri, Jr. R. Case Prime, Attorney Susan E. Davidsen, Stenographer The meeting was called to order at 8:00 P.M. by Richard Roberts, Chairman who at this time approved the August 1986 minutes as written. Approved. OLD BUSINESS OFF PREMISES SIGN NO. 23 The business for which the sign is requested is Jim's Glass Service of 6 Second Street, West Glens Falls, New York. The location of the lot where the sign is to be placed is 64 Main Street in a Highway Commercial 15 Zone. The applicant is James C. Fish of 6 Second Street, West Glens Falls, New York. The owner of the lot is Double A Provisions. Mr. Roberts said that there would be no problem with the request made by the applicant. This is an existing sign which needs a permit. A motion was made by Mr. DeSantis to approve the Off Premises Sign. Second by Mr. Dybas, all voting affirmatively RESOLVED THAT Off Premises Sign No. 23 be approved as it meets all standards for Off Premises Signs. Approved. OFF PREMISES SIGN NO. Z4 The business for which the sign is requested is Bay Meadows Golf Club of R. D. #1, Cronin Road, Glens Falls, New York. The location of the lot where the sign is to be placed is the corner of Bay and Cronin Roads in a Highway Commercial 15 Zone. The undersigned is Bay Meadows Golf Club of R. D. #1, Cronin Road, Glens Falls, New York. The owner of the lot is Harry Moon of 307 Bay Road, Glens Falls, New York. '-- Mr. Roberts observed the fact that it is a conforming sign which at the present * Hilda Mann was not present 1 1 time does not have a permit. "-.. A motion was made by Mr. Macri to approve the Off Premises Sign. Second by Mr. DeSantis, all voting affirmatively RESOL VED THAT Off Premises Sign No. 24 be approved as it meets all standards for Off Premises Signs. Approved. Mr. Roberts proceeded with the meeting and requested that Site Plan No. 24-86 be reviewed which was listed on the end of the agenda. SITE PLAN NO. 24-86 The applicant is Don J. Siano of Box 133, Star Route, Glens Falls, New York. The proposed use and location of the property is to construct a one-family dwelling on Fox Road in a Land Conservation 42A Zone. Mr. Roberts stated that this is a subdivision preexisting the ordinance. Because it is an undersized lot in the Adirondack Park a Site Plan Review is required. Furthermore, he stated that the Board has routinely granted requests to several neighbors of the applicant because of their undersized lots. Mr. Siano represented himself and informed the members that a correction should be made on the drawing of the proposed Site Plan in regards to the length of the house. The length is 69 feet and not the 72 feet which is shown. Mr. Roberts stated that the change would not create any difficulty. Public Hearing Opened: no comment Public Hearing Closed. Mr. Sorlin read the resolution by the Warren County Planning Board which approved the Site Plan without comment. Mr. Roberts asked if there were any questions by the Board or by anyone in the audience. No comment. A motion was made by Mrs. Levandowski to approve the Site Plan as this is a preexisting lot in a preexisting subdivision. Previous Site Plan reviews have been granted in this particular subdivision. Second by Mr. Dybas, all voting affirmatively RESOLVED THAT Site Plan No. 24-86 be approved. This is a preexisting lot in a preexisting subdivision. Previous Site Plan reviews have been granted in this particular subdivision. Approved. \....." 2 /0 SUBDMSION NO. 8-86 FINAL APPROVAL Amber Shire, Section II - Slopey Enterprises, 37 lots off of the north side of Pitcher Road, adjoining Amber Shire, Section I - Slopey Enterprises, Development. Further action was needed for final approval: Clarification on covenants, guest house, ownership, formation of Homeowners Association for the land along Clendon Brook, approval from the State Health Department, Town Highway Supt., and Town Water Supt.. Mr. Andrew McCormack from the surveying firm of Coulter and McCormack represented Mr. Jack Slopey and his subdivision to be known as Amber Shire, Section II. Mr. McCormack presented plans with all boundaries for the lots. Drainage features were shown. Mr. McCormack presented a memorandum to the members that was addressed to Dick Roberts, from Dick Morse, regarding said project. It was dated September 16, 1986. Storm water drainage was discussed and noted that the majority of the water would be diverted to Clendon Brook via open ditches and one culvert at approximately the mid station of the proposed road. Drainage from this road would be piped approximately 100 feet and then drained to Clendon Brook via overland flow. At the western entrance road to the site, the developer has proposed a 6 drywell system with perforated pipe. The perforated pipe sizing and length will match a 10 year return period storm for the area. An overflow will be constructed from this system to the ditchline of Pitcher Road and any excess runoff will be diverted along the northern side of Pitcher Road to Clendon Brook. The letter stated that on September 15, 19st~ a conversation between Tom Flaherty of the Queensbury Water Department and Dick Morse had occurred. It was noted that approval of the hydrant spacing for the subdivision had been granted. Mr. Roberts noted that the changes were needed to the restrictive covenants. Mr. Prime said that the changes had been made and are acceptable. In regards to septic system locations, it was noted by Mr. Roberts that all septic systems had been moved 100 feet from the stream as requested. Mr. Roberts asked Mr. Naylor for a letter in reference to accepting the drainage design. Mr. McCormack said that the Department of Health had reviewed the map and made 2 minor changes: the size of a water main, and the plotting of a test hole. Mr. McCormack commented as to the fact that a stamp of approval would be done tomorrow as he would meet with the Department of Health in the morning. Mr. Roberts reminded Mr. Slopey of the need for a recreation fee. , A motion was made by Mr. Dybas to approve the subdivision as the applicant has provided all the necessary data required since the project was tabled in August 1986. "- 3 I I Second by Mr. Macri, all voting affirmatively '---- *RESOLVED THAT Subdivision No. 8-86 be approved as the applicant has provided all the necessary data required since the project was tabled in August 1986 Approved. SUBDMSION NO. 2-85 CONTINUED PUBUC HEARING Kings Plantation, Phase I - 26 lots of duplexes - located on the southern side of Peggy Ann Road, west of Wintergreen Road. No one was available at the present time to represent the project. Mr. Roberts suggested that the Board move onto the next order of business and wait for a representative to arrive. * Upon anival of a representative, the project will be introduced again. The next order of business was introduced by Mr. Roberts. SITE PLAN NO. 17-86 The applicant: Peter Bailey of the Log Jam Center located on the east side of Route 9, south of Route 149. Mr. Roberts stated that there was not anyone present this evening to represent the proposal. It was stated that he (Mr. Roberts) and the Town's project engineer, Mr. Morse,) had worked with the project earlier this afternoon. It was noted that what was required (additional information regarding storm water drainage and septic disposal) had been provided. Mr. Roberts introduced a letter into the file, addressed to him, from Mr. Edward D. Koncikowski the project coordinator, dated September 16, 1986. It regarded the current design concept which will not include provisions for public restroom facilities, instead it will be based upon employee usage. Mr. Roberts also read a memorandum dated September 16, 1986 that was addressed to him regarding the Log Jam Center Factory Store. This letter was from Mr. Morse, the Town of Queensbury's engineer for this project. The memorandum introduced two modifications in regards to the proposed construction of the Site Plan: storm water drainage and septic system designs. Mr. Roberts clarified the parking standards required and noted that if more space was needed, they could comply. Mr. Roberts noted that the Board members were satisfied with the finalization of the storm water drainage plans and the septic systems. ",-", Public Hearing Opened: no comment * the resol~~~on authorized the Chairman to sign the plat for Subdivision No. 8-86 when the N.Y.S Dept. of Health stamp is pla~ed on the plat and the recreation fee received. /3 A motion was made by Mr. DeSantis to approve the Sketch Plans based on the initial presentation. "-. Second by Mrs. Levandowski, all voting affirmatively RESOL VED THAT Subdivision No. 11-86 approve the Sketch Plan based on the initial presentation and the letter from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation addressing wetland (potential) concerns. Approved. SUBDIVISION NO. 12-86 SKETCH PLAN The applicant: Sunnyside South located on the south side of Sunnyside Road. Mr. Dick Jones representing the owner, introduced Mr. Morse who is the engineer for the project. Mr. Jones described the plan to subdivide approximately 50 acres into 40 lots in the Single Family Residential 30 Zone. Future development is also contemplated. Drainage will be directed to a tributary of Halfway Brook. The property was a dairy farm until 2 years ago. In response to questions, Mr. Jones said that the amount of fill required near the stream was not yet known. Mr. Roberts said that soils appeared acceptable. Mr. DeSantis said that this was the maximum number of lots which could be allowed with a single entrance road. A motion was made by Mr. Dybas to approve the Sketch Plan based on the initial input provided. Second by Mrs. Levandowski, all voting affirmatively Por further action the following is needed, Preliminary Plat, Preliminary Engineering information. RESOL VED THAT Subdivision No. 12-86 approve the Sketch Plan based on the initial input provided. Approved. SITE PLAN NO. 18-86 The applicant: Laskin Development of New York, Inc., (Sherman Place) located on 199 Sherman Avenue. Mr. David Higgs and Mr. Bob Leaver represented the project. They described the proposal: to build 5 four-plex buildings in a Urban Residential 10 Zone, which '-, 6 It Public Hearing Closed. "-. Mr. Roberts read the resolution by the Warren County Planning Board for the proposal which was approved without comment. A motion was made by Mrs. Levandowski to approve the the Site Plan as the applicant has provided all the requested drainage and sewage plans which have been reviewed by Mr. Morse who is the consulting engineer for the project. Second by Mr. DeSantis, all voting affirmatively RESOL VED THAT Site Plan No. 17-86 be approved as the applicant has provided all requested drainage and sewage plans which were found to be acceptable. Approved. NEW BUSINESS SUBDIVISION NO. 11-86 SKETCH PLAN q- IV; - 81p The applicant: Laskin Development of New York, Inc., (Edge water Place) located on Haviland Avenue. It is a subdivision that is partly in the City of Glens Falls and partly in the Town of Queensbury. Mr. David Higgs introduced himself, an employee of Laskin Development. Mr. Higgs represented the project. He stated that the Glens Falls City Planning Board has reviewed the plans and are basically satisfied with their side of it. Mr. Leaver who has designed the Site Plan was introduced by Mr. Higgs to talk about some of the features regarding those lots in the Queensbury area. He stated that the main access to the Queensbury side of the project will come from Haviland Avenue and cross the Glens Falls line and run into a cul-de-sac. There are a total of 14 lots in Queensbury; 11 of which will be served by the Haviland Avenue entrance and cul-de-sac. Three lots fall in Queensbury and will have access from the new street coming in from Thornberry Drive. Mr. Leaver stated that in a discussion between Mr. Higgs and the Department of Transportation, their appears to be no problems with storm water drainage. Mr. Roberts asked if part of the property is wetlands. Mr. Higgs stated that the Planning Board on the Glens Falls side ordered an investigation to be done on the matter. A wildlife biologist from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation did an investigation and found wetlands on the west side of Haviland Avenue. It was noted that these wetlands found are of sufficient size and they plan to map it and include it in the revised wetland maps for the Town of Queensbury. The east side showed some wetland but is too small and not contiguous to the west ",,-, side, therefore it will not be considered a wetland. 5 if is under the allowed density. City water and storm sewers will be used. On-site septic disposal and parking is anticipated as is landscaping. These will be 1-2 bedroom '- units, renting for $550.00 per month. The road will be built to Town specifications. The Board members asked for details on septic systems, storm water drainage, parking and landscaping. Mr. DeSantis read a letter into the record which opposed the project, citing numerous concerns. Public Hearing Opened: Mrs. Philip Normandin, Chris Anderson, Bill Davidson, Jim Bowers, Bob Havens, Andy Scarpellino, and an unidentified speaker all spoke in opposition to the project. * Public Hearing Closed. A motion was made by Mr. Macri to table the application and keep the public hearing open. Second by Mrs. Levandowski, all voting affirmatively RESOL VED THAT Site Plan Review 18-86 be tabled and to keep a public hearing open. The Board is requesting further details on the project, including drainage, sewage disposal, traffic impacts and screening. Tabled. * Mr. Roberts returned to SUBDIVISION NO. 2-85, Kings Plantation, Phase I SUBDIVISION NO. 2-85 CO~TINUED PUBLIC HEARING The applicant: Kings Plantation, Phase I - 26 lots of duplexes - located on the southern side of Peggy Ann Road, west of Wintergreen Road. Mr. Frank Walter said that they were looking for Preliminary approval. Storm and waste water problems had been resolved. The City of Glens Falls had agreed to accept storm water drainage onto the City watershed land for runoff a 10 year design storm. Various Board members spoke in favor of the revised drainage design. Public Hearing Opened: no comment Public Hearing Closed. A motion was made by Mrs. Levandowski to grant Preliminary Approval as the applicant has satisfied all the requirements including storm water management plans as provided September 16, 1986. '-' Second by Mr. Dybas, all voting affirmatively * the Public Hearing for Site Plan No. 18-86 was left open until October; it was not closed. 7 15 RESOL VED THAT Subdivision No. 2-85 be granted Preliminary Approval. The applicant has satisfied all requirements including storm water management plan as provided September 16, 1986. Approved. SITE PLAN NO. 20-86 Marilyn and Alex Potenza of 7 Moorwood Drive, Queensbury, New York proposed project use and location is to rehabilitate a building for retail sales and professional offices in a Highway Commercial 15 Zone. Mrs. Potenza read a letter into the record describing the proposed rehabilitation and reuse of the old Garvey Volkswagon dealership on Miller Hill, Route 9. Public Hearing Opened: no comment Public Hearing Closed. Mr. Mesinger asked that the applicant provide signage for traffic direction at the back of the property, which the applicant agreed to. Mr. Serlin read the resolution by the Warren County Planning Board for the proposal which was approved without comment. The Queensbury Beautification Committee approved. A motion was made by Mr. Dybas to approve the project as this is an excellent example of recycling an old existing building. Second by Mr. DeSantis, all voting affirmatively RESOLVED THAT Site Plan No. 20-86 be approved as this is an excellent example of recycling an old existing building. Approved. SITE PLAN NO. 21-86 'f- / 7 ~9 ~ Donald Sokol of 120 Aviation Road, Glens Falls, New York proposed use and location is to construct an addition for a limited banking facility and insurance agency on Aviation Road, 1 mile west of Aviation Mall, next to Sokol's Market in a Neighborhood Commercial 10 Zone. Mr. Roberts said that there was a parking problem. Several businesses were already on site. Mr. Mesinger reviewed the zoning ordinances parking requirements. The site is 10 or more sites short. The Board members discussed parking and said that the problem was not the number of spaces, but rather flow and direction. There is one big curb cut which causes confusion and may be unsafe. In addition, cars use the parking lot as a shortcut from Aviation Road to Dixon Road. '- Mr. Sokol said that the banking facility would not generate much additional traffic and that there had never been an accident at said location. 8 ./t; ê The Board members discussed the percentage of the site which needs to be unpaved and determined that what is presently existing is acceptable. '- The Board members agreed that a traffic flow study and revised ingress and egress were needed. A motion was made by Mr. Macri to table the application - requesting that the applicant provide a traffic study and submit a revised plan on parking and traffic flow with consideration to ingress and egress on Aviation Road. Second by Mrs. Levandowski, all voting affirmatively RESO L VED THAT Site Plan No. 21-86 be tabled. The Board mem bers are requesting that the applicant provide a traffic study and submit a revised plan on parking and traffic flow with consideration to ingress and egress on Aviation Road. Tabled. SITE PLAN NO. 22-86 j.q-II.,-B~ The applicant: Earltown Corporation of One Broad Street Plaza, Glens Falls, New York. The proposed use and location is to create a maximum of 13 commercial lots from 27 acres along Quaker Road, fronting on a proposed access street and proposed boulevard. The proposed uses would be in conformance with the Zoning Regula tions. Mr. Edward Bartholomew described the proposal: To subdivide 27 acres in the Plaza Commercial Zone into 13 commercial lots. An access road was proposed with 4 curb cuts, one being a major road into future development areas. Earltown will provide basic site improvements including building the road to Town standards and will market the lots. * The Board members discussed the need for 4 cuts at length. Mr. Bartholomew said that Earltown would remove one if it was a problem in the future, but that Earltown felt that 4 were needed for marketing. Mr. Macri said that it would be far easier to add a 4th if needed than to have to remove it if already built. Public Hearing Opened: no comment Public Hearing Closed. Mr. Roberts read the resolution by the Warren County Planning Board which approved without comment. The Queensbury Beautification Committee approved of planting details. Mr. Sorlin reviewed the S.E.Q.R.A. forms. Traffic was discussed in detail. Mr. Mesinger pointed out that under worst case conditions, the development would cause Quaker Road to approach a failure situation and that there would be little '--- * Site Plan No. 22-86, third paragraph. Com:ibents attributed to Mr. Macri should be attributed to Mr. DeSantis. Mr. Macri excused himself from the discussion. /1 reserve for future development until Quaker Road is widened. Mr. Male of CT Male said that a traffic light was proposed to help mitigate traffic problems and that normal case traffic would not be as bad. Mr. Serlin moved that the project be issued a negative declaration for the purposes of S.E.Q.R.A. Although the project could have a significant negative effect on traffic, the applicant has proposed mitigating measures, in particular a traffic light and access road. Further, negative impacts are based on a worst case scenario. * A motion was made by Mr. Dybas to approve the project Second by Mrs. Levandowski: Mr. Macri abstained,S Yes: Sorlin, Dybas, DeSantis, Levandowski, Roberts. RESOL VED THAT Site Plan 22-86 be approved as necessary information has been provided. Mitigation measures shall be cutlined in Earltown's submission of September 12, 1986, including a traffic signal device. Further, 4 road cuts are approved as part of the project. The applicant will initially construct 3 cuts and must apply to the Planning Board before a 4th road cut is put in. Approved. SITE PLAN NO. 23-86 The applicant: Bruce Frulla of Library Avenue Extension, Warrensburg, New York. The proposed use and location is to construct a duplex dwelling in a Suburban Residential 30 Zone on the property situated at Corinth and Pitcher Roads, 200 feet west of VanDusen Road. Mr. Frulla described his proposal to place a duplex on a slightly undersized lot. He noted that he also required a variance from the Zoning Board. Mr. Roberts and Mr. DeSantis both said they had no problem with this proposal. Public Hearing Opened: no comment Public Hearing Closed. Mr. Roberts read the resolution by the Warren County Planning Board which approved without comment. A motion was made by Mr. Macri to approve the proposal. Second by Mr. DeSantis, all voting affirmatively RESOL VED THAT Site Plan No. 23-86 be approved subject to the approval of his application for a Variance (number 1140) by the Zoning Board of Appeals; meeting to be held September 17, 1986, as this is good use öf property. Approved. "--' * 3rd paragraph - Separate motions were made by Sarlin (Levandowski) and Dybas (Levandowski) to issue a negative dec1aratiml9or S.E.Q.R. and approve the project, respectively. Also, second sentence of resolution should read n m-'e lin d n , .. . asures ~ out e... "-- '-- /if Mr. Richard Roberts, Chairman stated that he was closing the meeting. RESOLVED THAT the meeting adjourn. MEE'I1NG ADJOURNED @ 11:00 P.M. ~d/~ Richard Roberts, Chairman 11