1983-11-01
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MINUTES
Queensbury Planning Board
'- Tuesday, November 1, 1983
Present:
R. Roberts, Chairman
R. Montesi, Secretary
W. Threw
J. Dybas
H. Mann
K. Sorlin
R. Noll
M. Dean - Staff
D. Nealy - Staff
The minutes of September 9, September 19 and October 4 were approved
unanimously. Mr. Sorlin abstained from approving the minutes of
September 9 as he was absent.
SUBDIVISIONS:
Public Hearing - Subdivision No. 5-83
Country Club Manor, Dan Valente, Developer
6 lots Country Club and Sweet Roads
Mr. Tom McCormack present. They have received Health Department
approval, no others to be obtained. No comment from the public.
Mr. Montesi offered motion for preliminary and final approval,
seconded by Mrs. Mann. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLVED: Preliminary and Final approval granted
November 1, 1983
Review - Walter Dombek Subdivision No 7-80
Stephanie La:ae
Mr. Tom McCormack present. Mr. McCo~mack asked if the Board had
received Town Counsel advice regarding Mr. Dombek's request to build
duplexes in his partially completed single family development. Mr.
Robert's noted that their use of Town Counsel had been restricted due
to budgetary constraints. Mr. Robert's said that he was opposed to
the duplex plan and Mr. Montesi added that he felt it would be unfair
to the people already there. Mrs. Mann inquired about deed restrictions
and some of the neighbors presented their deeds containing single family
dwelling restrictions. Mr. John Cross presented a petition from
residents of Stephanie Lane and Pinewood containing 37 signatures
opposed to the duplex plan. Mr. McCormack said that he thought Mr.
Dombek would be violating his own deed restrictions and withdrew his
request.
Extension of time for Bellewood Park Subdivision, Enoch and patricia
Zylowski, Developers - 12 lots on Assembly Point.
Mrs. Mann offered motion to approve extension, seèonded by Mr. Noll.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLVED: The Board approved a resolution to extend the
time for filing final application and plat to
January 1, 1984 for time to come up with all
the permits.
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NEW BUSINESS:
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Site Plan Review No. 19-83 - Phyllis M. Holtz UR-5
The Woodlands
West Mountain Road (Rush Pond)
To construct six (6) multi-family bui1dings with four (4) dwelling
units in each in a UR-5 Zone on the property situated on east side
of West Mountain Road approximately 1600 ft. south of Gurney Lane.
Mr. Stephen Lynn, Mr. Frank Walter (Consulting Engineer), Mrs. Holtz
present. Mr. Lynn presented the proposal for the 5~ acre parcel.
Mrs. Holtz owns a total of 62 acres. There will be a 50 foot buffer
around entire development, leaving trees along West Mountain Road.
Ideal conditions for septic. Mr. Sorlin questioned proximity to
stream and Rush Pond. Mr. Walter said he was confident there would
be no problem based on perc tests, flow of undergound water and
water table. Construction of the road and water lines was discussed.
Mr. Jim Davies, Esq. representing Ràbbi Lansbury of New Jersey, owner
of property on Old West Mountain Road - client feels this will have
an adverse affect on property values. Several neighbors examined
the plan, no one spoke against it. Mrs. Holtz said these would be
luxury apartments. Applicants appeared before the Beautification
Committee and the committee approved plans for landscaping. Mr.
Montesi offered motion for approval, seconded by Mr. Dybas. Motion
carried unanimously. County Planning Board approved.
RESOLVED: The Board granted this Site Plan with the following
stipulations.
1. Redo map to include access road within property
line of development.
2. Maintain 50 ft. buffer zone of trees on West
Mountain Road.
3. Road and water line to be buil~ to Town
standards.
Site Plan Review No. 20-83 - Jan Bishop
west side Ridge Road
SR-30
To operate a professional office incidental to duplex dwelling in
SR-30 zone one the property situated at the west side of Ridge Road
approximately 300 ft. south of Cronin Road.
Jan Bishop and Mr~ Robert Joy, Architect present. Ms. Bishop intends
to renovate and restore two family dwelling for herself and her mother.
She will also conduct her business, Diagnostic Learning Center from
this location. Mrs. Bishop presented a petetion \from her present
neighbors in Glens Falls and her new neighbors on Ridge Road stating
no objection to the proposal. Several neighbors appeared including
Clarence Elms, who were of the impression that Ms. Bishop intended
to build duplexes. The wording of their notices was confusing and
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when apprised of the actual proposal they eMpressed no objection.
Motion for approval by Mr. Noll, seconded by Mr. Threw. Motion
carried unanimously. County Planning Board approved.
RESOLVED: The Board granted approval of this Site Plan
Review as there will be no adverse effect on
property or area. It is the intent of the
applicant to improve the home.
VARIANCE NO. 872 - Northland Beverage Center
souths ide Quaker Road
HC-15
To place an addition with less than the required 20 ft. side and
rear setbacks in Highway Commercial.
Mr. Jack Minnick present. Due to the enactment of the bottle bill,
additional cold storage is imperative for Northland Beverage. Can-
not buy the property behind because Mr. Nolan has leased for two
more years from Millbrook. Mr. Montesi offered motion for approval,
seconded by Mr. Noll. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMENT: The Board recommend approval of this area variance.
From the point of view of the Planning Board we
see no problem and applicant can show practical
difficulty - "the bottle bill".
VARIANCE NO. 873 - Janet and Charles Bolivar (Brown's Motel) HC-15
East side Route 9 - 53 Lake George Road
To relocate motel units with 4 ft. setback in lieu of the required
20 ft. rear setback in a Highway Commercial 15 zone.
Mr. and Mrs. Bolivar present. It was noted that there will be more
permeable soil as a result of this improvement. Mrs. Mann offered
motion for approval, seconded by Mr. Dybas. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMENT: The Board recommend approval of this area variance.
This setback will back up to a heavy equipment
operation and in its way hide this operation.
Providing a U turn driveway will make for a safer
drive through.
VARIANCE NO. 874 - David and Rosemary Richardson
Eagan (Egan) Road - Big Bay Area
LI-IA
To place a mobile home on a 4ilacre paz:rcel in Light dndustrial 1 Acre
Zone.
Ms. Denise McLaughlin, Esq. and Mr. and Mrs. Richardson present.
Applicants own ten acres, log home on property. Want to split and
put mobile home on one piece. They have owned property for years.
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Mr. Sorlin is opposed to increasing residents in a Light Industrial
Zone. Ms. McLaughlin noted that they had already attended two Town
Board meetings and received approval from Town Board for mobile home.
Mrs. Mann feels that this preexisted and that they have a right to
divide their property. It is very close to residential area and
part of it may be in residential. Mr. Roberts suggested that they
re-check zoning maps. Mrs. Mann offered motion for approval, seconded
by Mr. Montesi. All voted in favor with Messrs. £o~lin, Roberts and
Dybas voting no. Motion carried.
COMMENTS: The Board recommend approval of this use variance
as preexisting our new zoning plan) the applicant
had a home on this property.
VARIANCE NO. 875 - James Gargiulo
Pulver Road and on Lake George
LR-IA
To remove existing 6 bedroom residence and replace with 5 bedroom
single family dwelling with an average 50 ft. setback from lakeshore.
Mr. Stephen Lynn present. Mr. Montesi offered motion for approval,
seconded by Mr. Threw. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMENTS: The Board recommend approval of this area
variance as new building will be no closer
than the old to the lakeshore. Septic will
be pumped up the hill and is no problem to
bhe lake.
VARIANCE NO. 876 - James E. Bombard, Sr.
east side Martindale Road
SR-30
To conduct a car refurbishing business in Suburban Residential zone.
Mr. Bombard present. Mr. Sorlin noted that he is opposed to this
type of variance approval from a planning standpoint. Mrs. Mann
offered a motion for approval, seconded by Mr. Dybas. Messrs. Sorlin,
Roberts and Montesi voted no, the rest of the Board in favor. Motion
carried. Mr. Dybas commented that he usually is not in flavor of this
type of variance but knows Mr. Bombard personally and feels that his
business will not be a detriment to the area.
COMMENTS: The Board recommend approval of this use variance
for the following reasons:
Owner will live on property.
OWner will run business.
This is an isolated area of Town.
OWner owns both lots and will be considered as
one lot.
Operation will be conducted within the building.
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VARIANCE NO. 877 - Sager Spuck Supply Co., Inc.
131 River Street
Hi-3A
To place a free-standing sign with zero setback from front property
line and 4 ft. setback from side property line in lieu of the
required 15 ft. setback.
Mr. Robert Platt (Signs of Progress) and Mr. Jeff Underhill present.
There will be no advertising on sign, this is a heavy industrial
area. Mr. Montesi offered motion for approval, seconded by Mrs.
Mann. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMENTS: The Board recommend approval of this sign
variance. Has shown hardship as to driveway,
roadway, tree and building presents a blocking
of view.
VARIANCE NO. 878 - John R. Pyle, Jr.
Mason Road, Oleverdale
LR-IA
To replace existing garage with garage with larger total square
footage at the same 7 ft. setback from Mason Road.
Mr. Joe Roulier present. This would not obstruct view of lake,
no residents on either side. Increasing cubic footage not square
footage. Mr. Montesi offered motion for approval, seconded by
Mr. Threw. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMENTS: The Board recommend approval of th~s area
variance as new garage will be no closer
to roadway than or~ginal building. The
only difference is height and bulk of
building. No view to be affected.
VARIANCE NO. 879 - Hans A. Hansen
Seward Street
UR-IO
To operate shop for repair and sale of household appliances.
Mr. Malcolm O'Hara, Esq. present. Mr. Hansen wishes to construct
a 40x50 foot building for use as an accessory structure for the
repair of appliances, some sales incidental to that. Mr. Hansen
said his immediate neighbors have no objection. Mrs. Mann noted
that with the exception of Sherman Avenue this is residential area
and there is already debris on the property. Mr. Montesi said
they would be creating a non-confòrming lot with the purchase of
land from Mrs. Washburn. Mrs. Mann offered motion for disapproval,
seconded by Mr. Sorlin. Motion carried unanimously.
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COMMENTS: The Board recommend disapproval of this
use variance. There is tight grouping
of homes in this area. This would cause
traffic problems and trash in a residential
area.
It would also, as presented, create a non
conforming lot for Mrs. Washburn which is
not legaJt. She would need 10,000 sq. ft.
VARIANCE NO. 880 - Cumberland Farms
Corner Route 9 and Kendrick Road
HC-15
To install 48 inch by 66 inch gas price sign on existing sign pole.
Mr. Dennis McCue present. Mr. Montesi offered motion for disapproval,
seconded by Mr. Noll. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMENTS: The Board recommend disapproval of this sign
variance. To be fair and consistent we would
like to see one sign for prices and this ~ign
to be 10 or 12 sq. ft. To be fair to others
a sign one-half the size requested for this
variance would be fair to all.
VARIANCE NO. 881 - Michael Doniguian
west side Route 9
HC-15
Withdrawn
VARIANCE NO. 882 - Douglas Helffrich
east side Ridge Road
SR-30
To construct addition to rear of auto repair garage.
Mr. Helffrich present.
seconded by Mrs. Mann.
Mr. Sorlin offered motion for approval,
Motion carried unanimously.
COMMENTS: The Board recommend approval of this use
variance for expansion of existing non-
conforming use. This is a reasonable
expansion of a nonconforming use.
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