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MINUTES
Queensbury Planning Board
Tuesday, September 17, 1985
8:00 p.m.
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Present: R. Roberts, Chairman
K. Sorlin, Secretary
J. Dybas
S. Levandowski
V. Macri
M. Dean, Staff
Absent:
H. Mann
The Minutes of the August 20, 1985 and September 5, 1985 Special
Meeting were approved as written.
Rezoning Request - Kenneth & Mildred Baldwin n. side Rt. 149
Town Board requests Planning Board recommendation. This is Maille
property, 15 acres east of Ridge Road. Mr. Baldwin not present.
Mr. Roberts said they had heard his presentation previously. He
had wanted to put a water slide in on Rt 149. Mr. Roberts asked
Board if they wished to handle this evening. Mr. Sorlin asked
if they would hold off until next month. Board agreed that this
matter should be tabled until October.
SUB-DIVISIONS:
Subdivision No. 6-85 - Farone Townhouse Subdivision - Dixon Road
Leon Steves present. Mr. Steves presented new maps, reducing entrances
on Dixon Road to two. This plan calls for cul-de-sacs within development.
Discussion re Quaker Hill Road - splits property, owned in part
by City and Town. Mr. Roberts commented that negotiations are
underway between City and Town for work to be done on Dixon Road
that would affect the perimeter of this property. Mr. Steves said
he would be tapping into water on Quaker Hill Road. Mr. Sorlin
asked if he had discussed this with Tom Flaherty and Mr. Steves
indicated that he had. However, he said he had not discussed the
cul-de-sacs with Mr. Naylor. Mr. Naylor came forward to look at
map and said he would like to see it without cul-de-sacs. Mr.
Roberts said he would like to see more work done on interior design,
final negotiations on Dixon Road realignment and clarification
of ownership of Quaker Hill Road before conceptual approval. Mr.
Naylor said that must be straightened out first. Mr. Roberts said
the proposed most westerly road entrance to Dixon Road appears
to be a dangerous spot right now. Mr. Naylor agreed. Application
tabled for further information.
NEW BUSINESS:
Site Plan Review #20-85 - Joan Kubricky
To construct two single family residences - one on 12 acre parcel
and one on 16 acre parcel in Land Conservation 42 acre zone on
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the property situated at Jennifer and Hunter Lanes, off Upper Ridge
Road.
Public Hearing. Joan Kubricky and Tom McCormack present. Warren
County Planning Board recommends approval without comment. This
involves a 28 acre portion of a 78 acre parcel. Property is bounded
on north by Cherry Ridge subdivision - two of roads in subdivision
end at north line of Kubricky property (Hunter and Jennifer).
Both roads are town highways. These residences would be feasible
in terms of slope, drainage and disposition of sewerage. Each
parcel would have frontage on an existing public highway. The
property will be conveyed to Mrs. Kubricky's sons. An APA permit
will be required. The remaining acreage (50 acres) extending
to Ridge Road (3 acre zone) will be subdivided into 14 lots if
the two lots in question are approved. Mr. Leoni, neighbor to
the north asked if any wetland would be filled in. Mr. Roberts
said the answer is no, there is only about 2 ft. difference in
elevation between the end of Hunter Lane and where house will be
located. Michael Muller resident east of property feels this is
good use of property. Neighbor John LaPan has no objection. Mrs.
Levandowski offered motion for approval, seconded by Mr. Dybas.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLVED: The Planning Board approved this Site Plan
as this does not seem to be unreasonable use of the land which
adjoins more densely developed property to the north. Adirondack
Park Agency ruling not available.
Site Plan Review No. 21-85 - Don & Kathryn Maynard
To construct two single family dwellings and three 4-plex buildings
in UR 10 zone on 2.42 acres on property situated at Dixon Road
and Helen Drive.
Public Hearing. Mr. Maynard and Leon Steves present. Similar
to Site Plan approved last spring except they are going from duplexes
and tri-plex to three fourplexes. The change is due to economics.
Resident of Heinrick St. asked questions pertaining to access
and building size. Mr. Maynard entered to record three letters
in support of project. Karen Thomas, neighbor, expressed concern
about speed limit and asked who would have ownership of proposed
4-plexes. Mr. Maynard said he would retain ownership and oversee
properties. Mr. Sorlin said he did not like increased density but
it falls within ordinance. Two neighbors spoke in favor, good
buffer, enhances property. Mr. Macri offered motion for approval,
seconded by Mrs. Levandowski. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLVED: The Board approved this Site Plan as good
use for property as zoned. Site Plan check list reviewed with
no negative impact.
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To construct an adult home in UR-5 zone on the property situated
at west side Bay Road across from Adirondack Community College.
Public Hearing. C.J. Madonna, Esq. present. This is a home for
the elderly, they must be ambulatory. The procedures are governed
by NYS Social Services Dept. Mr. Roberts expressed concern over
Old Maids Brook and keeping driveway away from brook. Mr. Ferguson,
adjacent property owner said stream is rated AAA-T meaning it is
occupied by trout. Mr. Madonna said they would need a stream crossing
permit from DEC. Mr. Roberts reminded them of new amendment requiring
no filling or hard surfacing 50' from viable stream or wetland.
This does not preclude a culvert. Ray Buckley, engineer and Leon
Steves, surveyor discussed changing driveway location with Mr.
Roberts. Warren County Planning Board approved without comment.
Mr. Dybas offered motion for approval, seconded by Mr. Macri.
Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLVED: The Planning Board approved this Site Plan
as it is in the intent of the Master Plan for this area and is
not detrimental to the area. Site Plan review sheet in file.
Site Plan Review No. 23-85 - Ground Round Restaurant
To place a solarium addition to restaurant in Aviation Mall in
Plaza Commercial 1 Acre zone on property situated at Aviation Mall.
Kevin Connelly present. Solarium will seat 20-24 people. They
presently have a sunroof but it is not satisfactory-cold in winter,
hot in summer. They will be taking a much more active role in
the landscaping which is the responsibility of the Mall. There
will be no impact on sidewalk, parking area or exits. Warren County
Planning Board approved without comment. Mrs. Levandowski offered
motion for approval, seconded by Mr. Dybas. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLVED: The Planning Board approved as improvement
is aesthetically superior and no other problems exist.
Site Plan Review No. 24-85 - Marcel J. Demers
To operate an automobile carburetor and repair service in Place
Commercial 1 Acre Zone on the property situated at Lafayette and
Bank Streets.
Public Hearing. Mr. Michael Mueller, Esq. and Mr. Demers present.
Site Plan granted three years ago but financing was not available.
Original Site Plan called for Mannis Glass to occupy one of two
stalls. This plan calls for only the carburetor business. The
dumpster will be fenced in, will be closed evenings. Beautification
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Committee has approved plans. Drainage and sewer plans discussed.
Warren County Planning Board approved without comment.
RESOLVED: The Planning Board approved as it falls into
character of neighborhood with no foreseen effects. It was also
approved three years ago.
Mr. Charles H. Scudder and the Planning Board had an informal dis-
cussion regarding Baybridge Subdivision and SPEDES permit.
Meeting adjourned 12:45 a.m.
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