1983-09-07
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September 7, 1983
Regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury was called
to order at 8:00 P.M. by the Chairman. Mr. Roberts with the following
members present:
Mr. Dybas. Mrs. Mann. Mr. Roberts. Mr. Montessi. Mr. Sor1in and Mr. Noll
Mr. Threw was absent.
The first item before the board was the approval of the minutes of the
meeting conducted in August. 1983. Everyone voted for approval of said
minutes.
The next item discussed was the Valenti Subdivision at the corner of Country
Club Road and Sweet Road.
Mr. Sor1in mentioned his concern about the septic system but all questions
were answered by representative.
Motion by Mr. Sorlin. seconded by Mr. Dybas for conceptual approval to
Subdivision NO. 5-83. All members voted affirmatively.
Approved.
The next item was another Subdivision on Bay Road - 13 lots involved.
The property is UR-5 Zone which permits duplex buildings which is basically
what is being planned for the property. Lots 1 & 2 are planned for pro-
fessional offices. Concern for the fact that these two buildings for
professional use in the residential area would not fit in with the planned
use for the area. These two buildings would not be for both uses which is
what is planned. It was suggested that lots 1 & 2 be e1eminated from plan
with the next suggestion from Mrs. Mann that lot #3 also be included in this.
Motion by Mr. Montessi. seconded by Mrs. Mann for approval of subdivision
6-83. Bay Road and e1tminate the designation of proposed lots 1 & 2 and also
e1eminating all references to professional offices. All members voted
affirmatively.
Approved.
Chairman next read a letter regarding Be11wood Park Subdivision which basically
requested an extent ion of time. The Town Attorney said that since the time
has already expired the Board should be able now to take a closer look. The
Board decided to table this.
The Town Attorney. Mr. Mathias. next explained new laws by New York State
regarding Site Plan Reviews which in essence explained that these reviews
had to go to the Warren County Planning Board before acted on by the Town.
It was then decided that since they couldn't legally act on these tonight that
they would just have a'show of hands' vote so the County would have something to
go on as to the feelings of the Town.
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The Variances acted on during the meeting were as follows:
VARIANCE NO. 853 - Ronald F. Cook - To build six (6) unit multiple
family dwelling on the north side of Corinth Road and south side of
Pitcher Road.
Mr. Cook explained the plans.
Mr. Sor1in asked why the property can't be used for a single family residence
and Mr. Cook said he had always had a "dream" of doing this type of venture.
General feeling was that this would not be in keeping with the present uses
in the area.
Motion by Mr. Sor1in, seconded by Mr. Dybas to disapprove the request for
Variance No. 853 as it is not in keeping with the zoning as anticipated in
the Queensbury Land Use Plan. All members voted Yes to disapprove.
Disapproved.
VARIANCE NO. 854 - Mr. Hans Winter to replace an existing 20' x 12' detatched
garage with a larger structure.
General concerns revolved around blocking the house next door but nothing
more serious than that.
Motion by Mrs. Mann, seconded by Mr. Noll to approve Variance 854 as it doesn't
interfere with planning on the lake shore. The vote as follows:
Yes: Mr. Dybas, Mrs. Mann, Mr. Montessi and Mr. Noll
No: Mr. Roberts and Mr. Sor1in
Approved.
VARIANCE NO. 856 - Stephen G. Se11ingham, represented by Attorney Michael
O'Connor.
Mr. Se11ingham is planning to have an apartment to be owner occupied in the
building. Mr. O'Connor said that the building already meets all five codes
and the septic system is adequate.
Motion by Mr. Montessi, seconded by Mr. Noll to approve Variance No. 856 as it
does not change the appearance of the building and has no impact on the
general character of the area and the proposed apartment will be owner-
occupied. All members voted yes for approval.
Approved.
VARIANCE NO. 855 - Thomas C. Jones, Jr. & Irene A. Jones - represented by
Michael O'Connor - Proposing restaurant, motel expansion and the establishment
of dwelling unit, The proposed dwelling unit is to be owner occupied. The
owners are presently living in a recreational vehicle on the property.
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It was stressed that the encroachments on set backs requested will not be
noticeable to the public due to the topographical features of the land.
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Motion by Mr. Noll, seconded by
to approval request for Variance No. 855.
All voted affirmatively.
Approved.
VARIANCE NO. 857 - James P. Troy - proposed use private home, single family.
Mr. Sorlin mentioned that the lot is really not large enough for anything else.
Motion by Mrs. Mann, seconded by Mr. Dybas to approve Variance No. 857 as
the lot cannot be used as originally invisioned it to be, area is residential.
All voted affirmatively.
Approved.
VARIANCE NO. 858 - Sysco Cash & Carry - Route 9, Zayre Plaza for sign variance.
Mr. Sorlin mentioned that he was opposed to this because this isn't allowed
in any other plaza.
The representative said they wanted to place the sign on the existing pylon
were P & C had previously had a sign.
It was noted that a previous applicant had been denied permission for something
like this.
Motion by Mr. Sorlin seconded by to recommend disapproval of ~
Variance 858 on the basis it is not in conformance with the sign ordinance
and it would set a precedent for others wanting a variance from the ordinance.
Vot as follows:
Yes - Mr. Dybas, Mr. Sorlin and Mr. Roberts
No - Mrs. Mann and Mr. Noll
Disapproved.
VARIANCE NO. 859 - James and Judy Sidusky -
Motion by Mr. Sorlin, seconded by Mrs. Mann for approval of Variance NO. 859
on the basis that this will not materially change the character of the area
and it will act as a buffer between residential area and possible industrial
development.
All voting affirmatively.
Approved.
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VARIANCE NO. 860 - Dale Michael Harris -
Motion by Mrs. Mann, seconded by Mr. Noll to approve Variance No. 860 as
it is not out of character with the rest of the neighborhood.
All voting affirmatively.
Approved.
VARIANCE NO. 861 - Charles R. Wood - Addition to motel to provide an
attractive meeting room area at the rear of the existing facility.
Motion by Mr. Sorlin, seconded by Mr. Dybas to recommend approval of
Variance 861 as it is in character with the rest of the surrounding area.
All voting affirmatively.
Approved.
VARIANCE NO. 862 - Robert Whiteman - to enclose existing porch which is
35' setback from lakefront as well as proposed addition to living room
and second story bedrooms on Bean Road, Lake George.
Motion by Mr. Sorlin, seconded by Mrs. Mann to recommend approval of
Variance No. 862 as the addition does not move the building any closer to
the lake and doesn't materially change the character of the neighborhood and
is in general harmony with the area around it.
All voting affirmatively.
Approved.
VARIANCE NO. 863 - Loggers Equipment Sales, Inc.
Motion by Mr. Sorlin, seconded by Mr. Dybas to recommend approval of
Variance No. 863 as the proposed addition would then allow certain repair
work to be done on the inside of the building.
All voting affirmatively.
Approved.
VARIANCE NO. 864 - Glens Falls Tennis and Swim Club - represented by
Attorney Robert Stewart
Motion by Mr. Dybas, seconded by Mr. Sorlin to recommend approval of
Variance No. 864 as there will be no change in the neighborhood.
All voted affirmatively.
Approved.
Motion by Mr. Montessi, seconded by Mr. Noll that the meeting adjourn.
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All voted AFFIRMATIVELY.
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