1983-10-04
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MINUTES
Queensbury Planning Board
Tuesday, October 4, 1983
Present: R. Roberts, Chairman
R. Montesi, Secretary
W. Threw
H. Mann
J. Dybas
R. Noll
M. Dean & D. Sealy, Staff
Absent: K. Sorlin
Approval of the Sepbember 7 meeting and Special Meeting of September 19 mins.
was tabled until members have an opportunity to read them.
PUD - Top 0' The World - Request for extension of PUD Approval
Mr. Roberts read letter from Frank DeSantis, Esq. requesting extension.
Motion by Mrs. Mann, seconded by Mr. Montesi to grant extension for
180 days or to April 7, 1984. Motion carried unanimously.
SUBDIVISIONS:
FINAL APPROVAL - Stonehurst Subdivision No. 3-83 - 49 Lots
Charles and Beverly Maine, Developers
East Sunnyside and Ridge Roads
Mr. Leon Steves and Mr. , Maine present. Mr. Roberts noted that the
Board had asked for an extensive storm water drainage plan from
applicant and that they would be asking for more than they have in
the past with regard to storm water drainage. Mr. Naylor was present
and reviewed plans with the Board. He said this plan meets the Town's
standards. Motion for approval by Mr. Dybas, seconded by Mr. Threw.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLVED: Final Approval granted for Stonehurst
Subdivision No. 3-83.
Walter Dombek, No. 7-80
Review of Stehpanie Lane
Mr. Tom McCormack present. Developer would like to finish subdivision
with duplexes which would reduce building sites by 1. Mrs. Mann noted
that duplexes are allowed. Mr. Montesi said that duplexes were not
intended at the time of approval and questioned whether this would be
objectionable to the residents already established in what they thought
to be a single family development. Mr. Dean said there was a question
whether it was necessary to come before the Board. Mrs. Mann suggested
that they seek advice from Counsel regarding re-subdivision. Tabled
unanimously for further advice from Counsel.
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NEW BUSINESS
VARIANCE NO. 865 - Myron Rapaport
Assembly Point Road
LR-IA
To construct a single family dwelling with a side setback of 10'
on each side in lieu of the required minimum of 10' one side & the
total of 30' for the two sides.
Mr. Steve Lynn present. Mr. Lynn said that his client had owned
property in Maine, had house plans, decided to build on Assembly
Point property instead with same house plans. Mr. Roberts said he
thought house plan should be designed for property avoiding the
necessity for variance. If Mr. Rapaport is unable to have variance
he can detach the garage which would put it closer to side property
line and still be within ordinance requirement of 5 ft. for garage.
Mr. Lynn said this would be less desirabllie from a planning standpoint.
Mr. Montesi offered motion for approval, seconded by Mrs. Mann.
Motion carried unanimously.
RECOMMENDS: The Board recommend approval of this area
variance as it is not out of character
with neighborhood.
VARIANCE NO. 866 - Wendy Savale (Ship Shape)
97 Glenwood Avenue
HC-15
Addition to be constructed for storage. (10' x 28')
Ms. Savale could not be present. Mr. Eddy asked that Ms. Savale
be in touch with him re: beautification. Mrs. Mann offered motion
for approval, seconded by Mr. Noll. Motion carried unanimously.
RECOMMENDS: The Board recommend approval of this area
variance. Good plan use of lot for parking,
traffic flow and needs of business.
VARIANCE NO. 867 - Herbert and Margaret Kane
Fitzgerald Road and on Glen Lake
SFR-30
One family year around dwelling located less than 50 ft. required
setback from Glen Lake.
Mr. Kane present. Present house which is non-conforming will be
taken down. Foundation will be used except for one corner. The
right-of-way must be maintained so house cannot be moved further
back. Septic system will be in rear. Motion for approval by
Mr. Montesi, seconded by Mr. Threw. Motion carried unanimously.
RECOMMENDS: The Board recommend approval of this area
variance based on the following:
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October 4, 1983
Moving of septic system from 49 ft. from lake to
100-120 ft.
Foundation will stay the same with a 2 ft. overhang
on the second floor.
Good plan for Lake protection.
VARIANCE NO. 868 - Robert Seeley
Morgan Drive
SR-20
Proposed expansion of garage on the east side 12x24' stall with 4 ft.
side setback in lieu of required 10 ft.
Mr. Seeley present. Garage will conform with present structure.
Motion for approval by Mr. Noll, seconded by Mr. Montesi. Motion
carried unanimously.
RECOMMENDS: The Board recommend approval of this area
variance based on the following:
Not out of character for area.
May improve value of area.
Building next door is 30 ft. away from
line. No real problem with neighbor.
VARIANCE NO. 869 - William F. Chambers
south side East Sanford Street
LI-IA
Singre family dwelling with small office incidental to residence.
Mr. Chambers present. Mrs. Mann offered motion for approval, seconded
by Mr. Dybas. Motion carried unanimously.
RECOMMENDS: The Board recommend approval of this use
variance based on the following:
Next to a strong residential area.
Both home and office would make a good
buffer zone between Light Industrial
and Residential area.
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October 4, 1983
VARIANCE NO. 870 - Gail DeGregorio
southeast corner Rt. 9 and Kendrick Road
HC-15
patricia Watkins, Esq. and Mr. DeGregorio present. Proposed use
3 apartments in primary building. The property has been for sale
for over five years. Two family house unoccuplied for three years,
cottage occupied. Mr. DeGregorio owns North Country Auto-Radiator
next door. It was suggested that plantings be made along Route 9
although Mr. Eddy said they would have to be salt resistant. Mrs.
Mann offered motion for approval, seconded by Mr. Montesi. Motion
carried unanimously.
RECOMMENDS: The Board recommend approval of this use variance
with the recommendation that driveway to Route 9
be st~pped and all traffic use Kendrick Road
only. Preexisting use of over 20 years which has
not been successful and this would recycle an old
building.
VARIANCE NO. 871 - John M. Hughes
west side Bay Road
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Professional offices to be constructed on Lots 1 and 2 as shown on
proposed subdivision of lands of John M. Hughes.
Mr. McCormack and Dr. Brassel present. It was noted that there would
be no entrances from Bay Road. Motion for approval by Mr. Montesi,
seconded by Mr. Noll. Motion carried unanimously.
RECOMMENDS: The Board recommend approval of this use
variance. This fits the overall plan this
Board has had for the Bay Road area. The
office buildings will act as a fine goød
looking buffer between Bay Road and the
residential area behind it.
The Board, in response to Mr. McCormack, said they would review the
plans for Bellewood and advise Mr. McCormack when it would be on the
agenda.
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