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Staff notes for November 16, 2021 PLANNING BOARD STAFF NOTES NOVEMBER 16, 2021 Queensbury Planning Board Agenda / lci, First Regular Meeting: Tuesday, November 16,2021 /Time 7- 11 pm Queensbury Activities Center @ 742 Bay Road Approval of Minutes Dates-September 21,2021 & September 28,2021 Administrative Item: Table Site Plan 51-2021 West Main House&Site Plan 52-2021 West Guest house to December 16,2021 meeting Applicant(s) _)_RICHARD& LISA SPOERL ( Application Type ( (Recommendation)Discussion item 7-2021—J Owner(s) ( Same as applicant SEQR Tie Type I(Town Board) I - - - Agent(s) —� - -- Lot size 1 acre Location Farr Lane _ ;_Ward: 3 —j Zoning Classification:311 Tax ID No. i 295.20-1-4.2 Ordinance Reference i 179-12 PUD Cross Reference SP 51-1999(PUD) Warren Co.Referral (Town Board) __-_ Public Hearing j n/a for discussion items Site Information Indian Ridge PUD Project Description: Applicant proposes to amend the approved April 12,2000 Indian Ridge PUD.To convert existing I acre parcel 295.20-1-4.2 from a commercial designated lot to a residential lot.The parcel of land is the last lot within the PUD and was sold in a tax auction;the applicant intends to develop the property for residential purposes.The Indian Ridge PUD was approved with 75 residential lots where the applicant proposes one additional residential lot.Per section 179-12-060,changes in Planned Unit Developments(PUD),the Planning Board determines whether or not the modified is still keeping with the intent of the local law creating the PUD by notification to the Town Board.SEQRA consent for Town Board to act as the lead agencL. Recommendations: Ap lip cants)-- JUDITH DOOLEY j Application TXpe­____J Site Plan 69-202_1 Owner(s) Same as applicant SEQR Type ; Type 11 Agent(s) ( Lot size ( .16 acres Location ( 2964 State Route 9L __ Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: WR _ - Tax ID No. 239 20-1-8 - Ordinance Reference I 179-3-040, 179-13-010 Cross Reference AST 355-2019 boathouse&sundeck,AV 73-2021 Warren Co.Referral November 2021 ___________.___. Public Hearing n/a for recommendation I Site Information APA,CEA,LGPC Project Description:Applicant proposes a new deck configuration for the upper,main level landing area facing the shore.The previous deck system is 305sq ft main floor, 156 sq ft landing/deck,and 15 sq ft stairs for a total of 476 sq ft.Proposed decking is 60 sq ft upper deck,300 sq ft main floor,24.5 sq ft landing,and 38 sq ft stairs for a total of 422.5 sq ft.The existing home's footprint of 1,151 sq ft remains,only deck construction changes.Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-13-010 of the Zoning Ordinance,hard surfacing within 50 feet of the shoreline and expansion of a non-conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and expansion of a non-conforming structure. Applicant(s) J-FRANCIS&ERIN STEINBACH — Application Tyype I Site Plan Modification 70-2021 Owner(s)—_J Same as applicant -_ _ _ _ -� SEQR Tyke Type II — Agent(s) n/a - - —� Lot size 1 .22 acres Location 211 Assembly Point Drive —_� Ward: 1 --� Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. 226.19-2-18 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-065 Cross Reference I SP 38-1995 addition,SEP-0657-2019,SP 15- Warren Co.Referral i November 2021 2020,A_V 74-2021 - -_-- ------ P_ublic Hearings_n/a for recommendation_ _ - ^I Site Information _�_APA,LGPC,CEA ^Project Description:Applicant proposes to raise an existing 1,352 sq ft home footprint to install a full basement with a footprint of 1,550 sq ft.The project includes a removal of a 444 sq ft rear dock to construct a 356 sq ft deck;site has previous approval for 154 sq ft addition.The front deck of 220 sq ft is to be removed to construct a 458 sq ft deck.The existing floor area of 1,949 sq ft increased to 2,786 sq ft. Site plan for new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks,permeability, floor area,and expansion of a non- conforming structure. ___-- ---------- - -' Applicant(s) WILLIAM MASON —^� Application Type Site Plan 73-2021 -- —--- Owner(s) David&Lisa Paplanus J SEQR Type Tykell ; Agent(s) f Lot size 1_05 acres Location 15 Tuscarora Drive Ward: 1 j Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. k 239.8-1-44 Ordinance Reference ( 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-13-010 Cross Reference Warren Co.Referral ( November 2021 Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information APA,LGPC,CEA _ Project Description: Applicant proposes a 768 sq ft second story addition to an existing 768 sq ft one story home.The project includes a 16 sq ft new porch landing entry and a smaller access landing to the existing porch.The home has an existing one bedroom and the second floor will add three more bedrooms.The project includes connection to the Takundewide community septic and water supply from the lake.Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179- 6-065, 179-13-010,site plan for an expansion of non-conforming and a new floor in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance:Relief is sought for setbacks,permeability,floor area,and expansion of a nonconforming structure. New Business: Applicant(s) ( JOSEPH GROSS Application Type Site Plan 72-2021 Owner(s) 27 Silver Circle LLC SEQR Type —� Unlisted Agents) — Lot size 9.38 acres -- _ Location ; 27 Silver Circle Ward:4 Zoning Classification:CLI Tax ID No. 309.17-1-17.2 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040 _ Cross Reference SP 6-2004 office/storage,SP 18-2009 modification, Warren Co.Referral November 2021 SP 62-2013 lot line adj&3 new bldgs.,SP 14-2015 j lot line adj&2 new bldgs.,SP PZ 140-2016,AV PZ I _ 138-2016 Public Hearing November 16,2021 Site Information Project Description: Applicant proposes to construct two 16,000 sq ft warehouse buildings with a 2,000 sq ft covered loading dock on an existing parcel and to improve onsite parking area.The project site has 4 existing buildings and there is no change to these structures. Site work includes maintaining existing stormwater management.Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance,construction of new commercial buildings in a commercial light industrial zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Applicants) j HOFFMAN DEVELOPMENT CORP._— Applica_tion Type Site Plan 71-2021 Owner(s) ` 919 State Route 9 _ j SEQR Type _ Unlisted Agent(s) Frank Palumbo,CT Male Lot size J 2.01 acres Location 919 State Route 9 J Ward: 2 Zoning Classification: Cl Tax ID No. 296.17-1-42 ! Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-9-040 Cross Reference SP 38-1990,SP 53-2011,SP 57-1995,AV 42-1995, Warren Co. Referral I November 2021 AV 74-1995,99729-8147 Addition,Disc 5-2021 Public Hearing November 16,2021 J Site Information ; Travel Corridor Project Description: Applicant proposes a 5,750+/-sq.ft.car wash building with associated access drives and queuing lanes,and 18 self-serve vacuum area. The applicant has included a sidewalk to be coordinated with others along the property line on Weeks Road. Project includes site work for access onto Route 9 through existing traffic light,access on Weeks Road,sidewalk on Weeks Road and associated site work for landscaping,lighting and stormwater. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance,new commercial construction shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. -Any further business which may be properly brought before the Board- Minutes for September 21 and September 28 Draft resolution- grant/deny minutes approval Administrative Items: Site Plan 51-2021 & Site Plan 52-2021 @ 106 and 108 Bay Parkway Brett & Pamela West ( Main house & Guest house) Draft resolution- grant/deny further tabling ---------------------------------- ----------------------------- ( Recommendation) Discussion Item 7-2021 @ Farr Lane (Indian Ridge PUD) Richard & Lisa Spoerl Draft resolution- grant/deny SEQRA consent for Town Board to act as lead agency Town of Queensbury Community Development Office _ 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION—Table Site Plan Site Plan 51-2021 BRETT&PAMELA WEST(MAIN HOUSE) Tax Map ID: 226.15-1-16/Property Address: 106 Bay Parkway/Zoning: WR Applicant proposes to demo the existing home and construct a new home of 5,722 sq. ft. footprint with patio area of 1,800 sq. ft. The new floor area is 9,199 sq. ft. and a 500 sq. ft. barn is also proposed adding to the floor area. The project includes site work for new landscaping of shoreline and residential house, septic, stormwater management, driveway area, a covered walkway between the main home and a proposed home on the adjoining parcel. The applicant proposes a 375 sq. ft. porte-cochere and an attached garage. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 & 179-6-065 of the Zoning Ordinance,new floor area in a CEA and hard surfacing within 50 ft. of shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variances: Relief is sought for setbacks,height,permeability, second garage and floor area. MOTION TO TABLE SITE PLAN 51-2021 BRETT & PAMELA WEST (MAIN HOUSE). Introduced by who moved for its adoption, seconded by Tabled until the December 16, 2021 Planning Board meeting with information due by November 15, 2021. Duly adopted this 16th day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury,NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board . RESOLUTION—Table Site Plan Site Plan 52-2021 BRETT&PAMELA WEST (GUEST HOUSE) Tax Map ID: 226.15-1-16/Property Address: 108 Bay Parkway/Zoning: WR Applicant proposes construction of a new home with a 3,741 sq. ft. of floor area and 2,990 sq. ft. footprint. The home is two story with an attached garage. The project includes a covered walkway from the home to the proposed adjoining home. Site work includes stormwater management with a rain garden, new site plantings,new septic and new line for drinking water. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 & 179-6-065 of the Zoning Ordinance,new floor area in a CEA and hard surfacing within 50 ft. of shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks,permeability, floor area and access from adjoining lot. MOTION TO TABLE SITE PLAN 52-2021 BRETT&PAMELA WEST(GUEST HOUSE). Introduced by who moved for its adoption, seconded by Tabled until the December 16, 2021 Planning Board meeting with information due by November 15, 2021. Duly adopted this 161h day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury,NY 12804 1 www.queensbuiy.net Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes November 16, 2021 Discussion Item 7-2021 Richard & Lisa Spoerl, Farr Lane, Parcel 295.20-1-4.2, Zoned PUD-Indian Ridge SEQR Type II Material Review: narrative, PUD agreement, Town Board resolution and proposed local law amendment Parcel History: SP 51-1999 (PUD) Requested Action Planning Board review and discussion of conversion of a one acre parcel from commercial use to residential use in the Indian Ridge PUD. Resolutions 1. Consent to Lead Agency 2, Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes to amend the approved April 12, 2000 Indian Ridge PUD. To convert existing 1 acre parcel 295.20-1-4.2 from a commercial designated lot to a residential lot. The parcel of land is the last lot within the PUD and was sold in a tax auction; the applicant intends to develop the property for residential purposes. The Indian Ridge PUD was approved with 75 residential lots where the applicant proposes one additional residential lot. Per section 179-12-060, changes in Planned Unit Developments (PUD), the Planning Board determines whether or not the modified is still keeping with the intent of the local law creating the PUD by notification to the Town Board. SEQRA consent for Town Board to act as the lead agency. Staff Comments The applicant has requested a modification to the approved PUD to allow a commercial lot to be a residential lot. The applicant has provided information about the lot itself and location in the Indian Ridge neighborhood and the reasons for the request. The applicant intends to construct a single family home. The Senior Planner has indicated the PUD was limited to 75 residential lots per the agreement. The agreement had a minimal lot size of 0.4 acres. The developers of the PUD are no longer involved with the PUD. The applicant had purchased the lot at Tax sale per the information submitted. Section 179-12-060 Planned Unit Development Changes in Plan excerpt The Planning Board shall then determine whether or not the modified plan is still in keeping with the intent of the local law creating the PUD..... the Planning Board shall so notify the Town Board, stating all of the particulars of the matter and its reason for feeling the project should be continued as modified Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the Town Board. Meeting History: 1st Meeting RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO SUBMIT PROPOSED CHANGE TO INDIAN RIDGE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT TO QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD AND DECLARING INTENT TO SEEK SEQRA LEAD AGENCY STATUS RESOLUTION NO.: 330,2021 INTRODUCED BY: Mr. Anthony Metivier WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION SECONDED BY: Mr. Harrison Freer WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 357,1996 the Queensbury Town Board (Town Board) approved the Indian Ridge Planned Unit Development (PUD) subject to execution of a PUD Agreement between the Town and the Developers, and WHEREAS, by Resolution No.: 97,2000 the Town Board approved the PUD Agreement and authorized the Town Supervisor to execute same Agreement, and WHEREAS, the PUD Agreement between the Town and Developers was executed on April 12, 2000, and WHEREAS, the owner of Tax Map Parcel No.: 295.20-1-4.2 has requested an amendment to the PUD Agreement and Master Plan for the Indian Ridge PUD to reflect a change of permitted use designation from commercial services to single family residential, and WHEREAS, the Town Board desires to make such changes to the Indian Ridge PUD, and WHEREAS, changes to PUDs are subject to the requirements of Queensbury Town Code Chapter 179, Article 12, and WHEREAS, changes to PUDs may be forwarded to the Town Planning Board for recommendations in accordance with Chapter 179, Article 12 of the Queensbury Town Code, and WHEREAS, following such recommendations, the Queensbury Town Board will review the application and take such other action as it shall deem necessary and proper, and WHEREAS, prior to malting a decision about whether to approve the PUD change, it is necessary to conduct a review under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA), for potential environmental effects, and WHEREAS, the Town Board desires to conduct any necessary SEQRA review and evaluate the potential enviromnental impacts for the proposed change to the PUD Agreement, NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Community Development Department to forward the proposed change to the Indian Ridge PUD to the Queensbury Planning Board for review, report and recommendation, and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby declares their intent to act as Lead Agency for any needed SEQRA review of this project, and BE IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor to execute any necessary documents and the Town's Department of Community Development to notify, if and when appropriate, any other Involved Agencies of the Town Board's intent to serve as Lead Agency for SEQRA Review of the project and the Town Supervisor, Town Clerk and/or Department of Community Development to take any other necessary actions to effectuate the terms of this Resolution. Duly adopted this 27"'day of September,2021 by the following vote: AYES Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Freer, Mr. Ferone NOES None ABSENT : Mr. McNulty Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION—TOWN BOARD LEAD AGENCY STATUS AND RECOMMENDATION RICHARD &LISA SPOERL/1NDIAN RIDGE PUD Whereas the applicant proposes to amend the approved April 12, 2000 Indian Ridge PUD. To convert existing 1 acre parcel 295.20-1-4.2 from a commercial designated lot to a residential lot. The parcel of land is the last lot within the PUD and was sold in a tax auction; the applicant intends to develop the property for residential purposes. The Indian Ridge PUD was approved with 75 residential lots where the applicant proposes one additional residential lot. Per section 179-12-060, changes in Planned Unit Developments (PUD), the Planning Board determines whether or not the modified is still keeping with the intent of the local law creating the PUD by notification to the Town Board. SEQRA consent for Town Board to act as the lead agency. MOTION TO CONSENT TO THE OUEENSBURY TOWN BOARD AS THE LEAD AGENCY FOR CHANGE OF ZONE FOR THE RICHARD & LISA SPOERL/INDIAN RIDGE PUD. Introduced by , who moved for its adoption; Duly adopted this 16th day of November 2021, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: MOTION TO PROVIDE A POSITIVE RECOMMENDATION FOR CHANGE OF ZONE FOR THE RICHARD & LISA SPOERL/INDIAN RIDGE PUD. Introduced by , who moved for its adoption; With the condition of a minimum lot size of two acres. Duly adopted this 161h day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 53.8.761..8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office ____L 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION -Planning Board Recommendation to the Town Board for Indian Ridge PUD RECOMMENDATION/DISCUSSION ITEM 7-2021 RICHARD & LISA SPOERL Tax Map ID: 295.20-1-4.2/Property Address: Farr Lane/Zoning: 311 Whereas, the applicant proposes to amend the approved April 12, 2000 Indian Ridge PUD. To convert existing 1 acre parcel 295.20-1-4.2 from a commercial designated lot to a residential lot. The parcel of land is the last lot within the PUD and was sold in a tax auction;the applicant intends to develop the property for residential purposes. The Indian Ridge PUD was approved with 75 residential lots where the applicant proposes one additional residential lot. Per section 179-12-060, changes in Planned Unit Developments (PUD), the Planning Board determines whether or not the modified is still keeping with the intent of the local law creating the PUD by notification to the Town Board. SEQRA consent for Town Board to act as the lead agency. Whereas, an application has been made to the Town of Queensbury Town Board for a zoning change. The Town Board referred this application to the Planning Board for an advisory recommendation pursuant to Section 179-12-060; Whereas, the applicant proposes to modify approved PUD lot 295.20-1-4.2 currently zoned commercial to residential; Now, therefore, be it resolved, that we find the following: MOTION FOR RECOMMENDATION/DISCUSSION ITEM 7-2021 RICHARD & LISA SPOERL TO THE TOWN BOARD AS FAVORABLE/UNFAVORABLE FOR PUD CHANGE FROM COMMERCIAL TO RESIDENTIAL; Introduced by who moved for its adoption, and Duly adopted this 161h day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road,Queensbury,NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 69-2021 @ 2964 State Route 9L Judith Dooley No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board _ Community Development Department Staff Notes November 16, 2021 Site Plan 69-2021 JUDITH DOOLEY 2964 State Route 9L/Waterfront Residential/Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, site plans, stormwater, survey and photos Parcel History: AST 355-2019 boathouse & sundeck, AV 73-2021 Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a new deck configuration for upper, main level landing area facing the shore. Resolutions 1. Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes a new deck configuration for the upper, main level landing area facing the shore. The previous deck system is 305sq ft main floor, 156 sq ft landing/deck, and 15 sq ft stairs for a total of 476 sq ft. Proposed decking is 60 sq ft upper deck, 300 sq ft main floor, 24.5 sq ft landing, and 38 sq ft stairs for a total of 422.5 sq ft. The existing home's footprint of 1,151 sq ft remains, only deck construction changes. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-13-010 of the Zoning Ordinance,hard surfacing within 50 feet of the shoreline and expansion of a non-conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and expansion of a non-conforming structure. Staff Comments • Location- The project is located at 2964 State Route 9L on a 7,304 sq ft parcel. • Arrangement- The site has an existing home and associated driveway and access to the shore frontage. • Site Design- The project will remove a existing deck areas on the house and replace them with smaller decks. • Building—The house is existing 1,151 sq ft footprint. The home has about 606 sq ft deck areas and proposed is 422.5 sq ft of deck areas. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control-The applicant has indicated a silt fence is to be installed around the site and would include the coir logs as well. The roof water is directed away from the construction site and utilize gutters and downspouts. A drainage rock pad is to be installed and drainage gravel to be installed. • Landscape plan-No additional landscaping is proposed.The project site is located on Lake George and is subject to the shoreline buffer review. The applicant proposes no changes. Below are the guidelines from the shoreline buffer code section. o Shoreline Buffer- Section 179-8-040 -Minimum width 35 ft (Lake George) -For every 700 sgft of shoreline buffer area—one large tree minimum 3 inches in diameter -For every 350 sq ft of ground cover-7—24 in native shrubs; 14 herbaceous plants Project site -51 ft of shoreline per survey -Shoreline buffer 51 ft X 35 ft width is 1,785 sq ft -Shoreline buffer area-1785 /700=2.5 round up to 3 —three large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-1785/350 = 5.1 round up to 6(X7) =42 native shrubs and 6 (X14)herbaceous plants=84 o Shoreline Cutting restrictions- Section 179-6-050 - Shoreline lots are allowed water access and beaches where 30% of the shoreline or maximum of 75 ft whichever is less - 51 ft Shoreline X 30%= 15.3 feet of the shoreline buffer cut to allow a view, access and to reduce runoff(such as angled across the lot). Cross reference 179-8-040 ground cover of shrubs and herbaceous plantings are still applicable within the 30%/75 ft cut area • Site lighting-no lighting is proposed for the new deck. The applicant is reminded light fixtures should be cut off downcast. • Utility details-There are no changes to the wastewater or drinking water. • Elevations, Floor plans -The plans show the existing deck and proposed deck configuration. • Waivers-Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans, q. soil logs,r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. • The waivers requested-Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as these items are typically associated with commercial projects. • Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted. Nature of Variance The applicant proposes alter the existing decks on the home facing the shore. The deck is to be 21.1 ft from the shoreline where a 50 ft setback. The new deck areas is to be 4.1 ft to the north property line and 10.3 ft to the south property line where a 20 ft setback is required. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setbacks and expansion of non conforming structure. Meeting History: I"Meeting j.P fc 2F aw Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION-Planning Board Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Area Variance 73-2021 JUDITH DOOLEY Tax Map ID: 239.20-1-8 /Property Address: 2964 State Route 9L/Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes a new deck configuration for the upper, main level landing area facing the shore. The previous deck system is 305sq ft main floor, 156 sq ft landing/deck, and 15 sq ft stairs for a total of 476 sq ft. Proposed decking is 60 sq ft upper deck, 300 sq ft main floor, 24.5 sq ft landing, and 38 sq ft stairs for a total of 422.5 sq ft. The existing home's footprint of 1,151 sq ft remains, only deck construction changes. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-13-010 of the Zoning Ordinance, hard surfacing within 50 feet of the shoreline and expansion of a non-conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and expansion of a non- conforming structure. The Town of Queensbury Zoning Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 J 2 b. requires the Planning Board to provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require both Zoning Board of Appeals &Planning Board approval; The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the variance application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding community, and found that: MOTION TO MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEHALF OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS FOR AREA VARIANCE NO. 73-2021 JUDITH DOOLEY. Introduced by who moved for its adoption, and a) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that cannot be mitigated with current project proposal. OR b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review,has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 161h day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road,Queensbury,NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 70-2021 @ 211 Assembly Point Drive Francis & Erin Steinbach No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes \ November 16, 2021 Site Plan Modification 70-2021 FRANCIS &ERIN STEINBACH 211 Assembly Point Drive/Waterfront Residential/Ward 1 SEQR Type Il Material Review: application, site plans, deed Parcel History: SP 38-1995 addition, SEP-0657-2019, SP 15-2020, AV 74-2021 Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for an installation of a 1,550 sq ft basement and replacement of existing rear and front decks. Resolutions 1. Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes to raise an existing 1,352 sq ft home footprint to install a full basement with a footprint of 1,550 sq ft. The project includes a removal of a 444 sq ft rear dock to construct a 356 sq ft deck; site has previous approval for 154 sq ft addition. The front deck of 220 sq ft is to be removed to construct a 458 sq ft deck. The existing floor area of 1,949 sq ft increased to 2,786 sq ft. Site plan for new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks,permeability, floor area, and expansion of a non-conforming structure. Staff Comments • Location-The project is located at 211 Assembly Point Road on a 9,138 sq ft parcel. • Arrangement- The parcel has an existing home on the site with associated driveway, residential lawn and access to the home, also the home has a front and rear deck areas. The house currently has a garage and small storage area under the home. A septic variance was previously approved. • Site Design- The applicant has previous approval for a 154 sq ft rear addition and upgrades to the access stairs to the front of the home. The modification to the site is to complete a 1,550 sq ft full basement including raising the house to complete the basement. The project includes expansion of both deck areas and an upgrading the access steps to the new front deck area. • Building—The addition includes the full basement of 1,550 sq ft a portion is to be the garage area and the remaining is to be used for storage. The front deck area is to be removed and replaced with 458 sq ft deck. The rear deck would be remove and to replace with a 356 sq ft deck. There are two building alterations proposed. On the east side there is a false roof line to be installed framing a replaced double window area— the exterior wall remains and the new roof line will be installed, a slider door to be removed replaced with a single window—area is to be converted to a master bedroom. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control-The applicant has indicated the roof is to be guttered and drainage directed to the rear of the property to an existing grass area. The front steps will be redesigned with infiltration areas specifically for the hard surface areas. Staff notes additional information needed for the stone paver—details of gravel base view showing depth and type of stone. • Landscape plan-The plans do not indicate any new landscaping other than • Site lighting plan-The plans do not indicate any new lighting for the project. A reminder lighting fixtures are to be down cast cutoff fixtures. • Utility details-The applicant will utilize an on-site septic system and draw drinking water from the lake. • • Elevations-The applicant has provided the elevation views for the new areas of the home—deck, additions etc. • Floor plans-The floor plans show the existing and proposed arrangement area of the new basement area. • Waivers-Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details,p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. • The waivers requested—Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as these items are typically associated with commercial projects. • Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted. Nature of Variance The applicant proposes expansion of a non-conforming structure. The rear deck is to be 2.5 from the north property line. The front deck is to be located 4.3 ft from the south property line and 7 ft 10 inches from the front (west) property line. The house foundation to be 22.2 ft from the front, 3.2 ft from the south, and 2.4 ft from the North at the closest points to between the house and property line. Front setback required to be 30 ft, side setback to be 20 ft and the rear setback 30 ft. The floor area is to be 2,786 sq ft and maximum allowed is 2010 sq ft. The permeability is to be 67% and 75% is required. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setbacks, floor area,permeability and expansion of a non conforming structure Meeting History: 1"Meeting Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION-Planning Board Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Area Variance 70-2021 FRANCIS & ERIN STEINBACH Tax Map ID: 226.19-2-18 /Property Address: 211 Assembly Point Drive/Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to raise an existing 1,352 sq ft home footprint to install a full basement with a footprint of 1,550 sq ft. The project includes a removal of a 444 sq ft rear dock to construct a 356 sq ft deck; site has previous approval for 154 sq ft addition. The front deck of 220 sq ft is to be removed to construct a 458 sq ft deck. The existing floor area of 1,949 sq ft increased to 2,786 sq ft. Site plan for new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks, permeability, floor area, and expansion of a non-conforming structure. The Town of Queensbury Zoning Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 J 2 b. requires the Planning Board to provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require both Zoning Board of Appeals &Planning Board approval; The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the variance application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding community, and found that: MOTION TO MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEHALF OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS FOR AREA VARIANCE NO. 70-2021 FRANCIS & ERIN STEINBACH Introduced by who moved for its adoption, and a) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that cannot be mitigated with current project proposal. OR b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review,has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 161h day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road,Queensbury,NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 73-2021 @ 15 Tuscarora Drive William Mason/Lisa Paplanus No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes November 16, 2021 Site Plan 73-2021 WILLIAM MASON/Lisa Paplanus 15 Tuscarora Drive/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type 11 Material Review: application, site plan, survey, elevations and floor plans. Parcel History: AV 75-2021, Takundewide MOU Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a second story addition to an existing one story home. Resolutions 1. Recommendation Proiect Description Applicant proposes a 768 sq ft second story addition to an existing 768 sq ft one story home. The project includes a 16 sq ft new porch landing entry and a smaller access landing to the existing porch. The home has an existing one bedroom and the second floor will add three more bedrooms. The project includes connection to the Takundewide community septic and water supply from the lake. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-13-010, site plan for an expansion of non-conforming and a new floor in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks, permeability, floor area, and expansion of a non-conforming structure. Staff Comments • Location-The project is located at 15 Tuscarora Drive on a 2,288 sq ft parcel off of Cleverdale Rd and within Taekundewide Cottages • Arrangement- The lot has an existing house of 768 sq ft footprint and associated decks of 16 sq ft. The lots within Taekundewide are specific to the home area with the area outside of the lot as HOA land. • Building—The new home is to be 768 sq ft with a floor area of 2,196 sq ft this includes a second floor. • Site conditions-There are no changes to the existing site conditions. • Utility plan-The information indicates the applicant will connect to the community system. The water sour is from Lake George as part of the Takundewide Homeowners Association, Inc. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control—stormwater is to be handled with rain gutters running the full length of the home with downspouts directed to infiltration areas. • Landscape plan—typical residential plantings to be installed around the home. • Site lighting plan—no lighting information has been provided. As a reminder all fixtures are to be down cast. • Site details -In 2003 the Planning Board adopted an MOU with Takundewide HOA outlining activities for future development—including updating existing single family dwellings. • Elevations—The elevations show each side of the home and notes the building height to be 26 ft. • Floor plans—The floor plans shows three bedrooms to be located on the second floor. The first floor shows the existing bedroom to remain - four bedroom in total. In addition, the first floor pans show the kitchen area and an area for the stairs to be constructed to the second floor. There is an existing crawl space that is to remain. • Waivers-Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. • The waivers requested—Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as these items are typically associated with commercial projects. • Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the .written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted. Nature of Variance The applicant proposes two covered porch entryways. The applicant requests relief from setbacks, permeability, and floor area. The setbacks for the home from the is to be 10 ft from the property lines. The proposed covered deck on the east side is to be 6 ft from the property line where a 15 ft setback is required for all four sides. The permeability is to be 66% where 75% is required. The Floor area is proposed to be 67% based on the lot size where 22% is the maximum allowed—the applicant has explained the parcel is part of an existing HOA where a majority of the 18.7 acres is common area for the association members—in addition the master plan indicates the 18.7 ac is to be considered during the request for a house expansion with the HOA. Summary The planning board is to provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board in regards to the request for setback relief Ipermeability and floor area ratio. Meeting History: ls` Meeting Town of Queensbury Y, Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION-Planning Board Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Area Variance 75-2021 WILLIAM MASON Tax Map ID: 239.8-1-44/Property Address: 15 Tuscarora Drive/Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes a 768 sq ft second story addition to an existing 768 sq ft one story home. The project includes a 16 sq ft new porch landing entry and a smaller access landing to the existing porch. The home has an existing one bedroom and the second floor will add three more bedrooms. The project includes connection to the Takundewide community septic and water supply from the lake. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-13-010, site plan for an expansion of non- conforming and a new floor in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks,permeability, floor area, and expansion of a non-conforming structure. The Town of Queensbury Zoning Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 J 2 b. requires the Planning Board to provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require both Zoning Board of Appeals &Planning Board approval; The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the variance application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding community, and found that: MOTION TO MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEHALF OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS FOR AREA VARIANCE NO. 75-2021 WILLIAM MASON Introduced by who moved for its adoption, and a) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that cannot be mitigated with current project proposal. OR b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review,has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 161h day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury,NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 72-2021 @ 27 Silver Circle Joseph Gross Public Hearing scheduled Unlisted SEAR Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes November 16, 2021 Site Plan 72-2021 JOSEPH GROSS 27 Silver Circle/Commercial Light Industrial/Ward 4 SEQR Unlisted Material Review: site plan application, elevations, floor plans, stormwater management, site plans Parcel History: SP 6-2004 office/storage, SP 18-2009 modification, SP 62-2013 lot line adj &3 new bldgs., SP 14-2015 lot line adj & 2 new bldgs., SP PZ 140-2016, AV PZ 138-2016 Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for construction of two 16,000 sq ft warehouses with a 2,000 sq ft covered loading dock. Resolutions 1. SEQR 2. PB Decision Project Description Applicant proposes to construct two 16,000 sq ft warehouse buildings with a 2,000 sq ft covered loading dock on an existing parcel and to improve on-site parking area. The project site has 4 existing buildings and there is no change to these structures. Site work includes maintaining existing stormwater management. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, construction of new commercial buildings in a commercial light industrial zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location-The project is located at 27 Silver Circle on 9.38 ac parcel. • Arrangement- The site has an existing office/warehouse building of 32,350 sq ft,towards the front of the property, two accessory/storage buildings of 14,400 sq ft and 10,800 sq ft, and a pole barn of 6,750 sq ft. • Site Design- The area near the proposed buildings has an existing gravel surface of 58,605 sq ft with an increase of 1,243 sq ft to the front of the area and a removal of 4,168 sq ft to the rear of the area. • Building—The two 16,000 sq ft buildings were anticipated in the 2015 and 2016 applications. The buildings are proposed in the same location. The project includes a covered loading dock area between both buildings. • Site conditions-The area for use of the buildings was previously gravel and is to remain with a slight adjustment to the front area. • Traffic- The project includes 24 parking spaces as noted on the plans for the new warehouse buildings. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control-The plans show the existing stormwater management areas that were previously designed and installed. The application materials have been provided to Engineering for review and comment • Landscape plan-There is no landscaping proposes. There is an existing 30 ft setback area with existing vegetation to remain. The plans should be revised for all sheets to note this vegetation area is to remain as one adjacent lot to the west is zoned Waterfront Residential and the lots to the south are zoned Moderate Density Residential. A buffer is required between the zones and previous approvals had noted the 30 ft was the buffer area. • Site lighting plan-The plans do not indicate any pole light or building light fixtures. The lighting note indicates building mounted lights to be downward facing and dark sky compliant. The plans should be revised to indicate building lighting fixtures and locations. • • Utility details-The project includes connection to the municipal water and sewer. • Signage-There is no new signage proposed. • Elevations-The building elevation only shows the building—there is to be 4 overhead doors and two man- doors at the front and man-doors on either end. The building is to be 27 ft 4 inches at the front of the building and sloped to the rear to 24 ft. The plans should be updated to show the covered loading dock between the buildings. In addition, the orientation notations should be updated as well. • Floor plans-The floor plans appear to be an open bay system—this should be clarified. • Waivers-The applicant has not requested waivers however the board may request supporting information for site lighting, landscaping/buffer and floor plans. o The waivers—no waivers have been requested. The applicant has provided information on g. site lighting, h. signage(no signs proposed), j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. o Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application for the construction of two 16,000 sq ft warehouse buildings. The board may request additional information on the following landscaping/buffer area,building lighting, floor plans, and orientation of elevations. Meeting History: 1st Meeting FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 "Home of Natural Beauty ... A Good Place to Live " PLAN REVIEW (site) JP Gross 27 Silver Circle 72 - 2021 10/29/2021 The following comments are based on a review of submittals: • The gravel surface must meet the requirements of the IFC Section 503.2.3, and the heaviest vehicle from the FD is 80,000#. Michael J Palmer Fire Marshal 742 Bay Road Queensbury NY 12804 firemarshal@queensbury.net Fi r e M a r s h a l 's Off i c e - P It o it e: 518-761-8206 - F a x: 518-745-4437 firenrarshal@queensbttnt iet - imm.queensbitr .i/ Tet Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEQRA RESOLUTION—Grant Positive or Negative Declaration Site Plan 72-2021 JOSEPH GROSS Tax Map ID: 309.17-1-17.2/Property Address: 27 Silver Circle/Zoning: CLI The applicant proposes to construct two 16,000 sq ft warehouse buildings with a 2,000 sq ft covered loading dock on an existing parcel and to improve onsite parking area. The project site has 4 existing buildings and there is no change to these structures. Site work includes maintaining existing stormwater management. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, construction of new commercial buildings in a commercial light industrial zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The Planning Board has determined that the proposed project and Planning Board action is subject to review under the State Environmental Quality Review Act; The proposed action considered by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of Environmental Conservation Regulations implementing the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of the Town of Queensbury; No Federal or other agencies are involved; Part 1 of the Short/Long EAF has been completed by the applicant; Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queensbury Planning Board as lead agency that this project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment, and, therefore, an environmental impact statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is issued. MOTION TO GRANT A SEQRA POSITIVE DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SITE PLAN 72-2021 JOSEPH GROSS: Introduced by who moved for its adoption. As per the resolution prepared by staff. 1. Part II of the EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. 2. Part III of the EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. Or Part III of the EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Duly adopted this 16th day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road,Queensbury,NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION—Grant/Deny Site Plan Approval Site Plan 72-2021 JOSEPH GROSS Tax Map ID: 309.17-1-17.2/Property Address: 27 Silver Circle/Zoning: CLI The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes to construct two 16,000 sq ft warehouse buildings with a 2,000 sq ft covered loading dock on an existing parcel and to improve onsite parking area. The project site has 4 existing buildings and there is no change to these structures. Site work includes maintaining existing stormwater management. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, construction of new commercial buildings in a commercial light industrial zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code-Chapter 179-9-080, the Planning Board has determined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code; As required by General Municipal Law Section 239-m the site plan application was referred to the Warren County Planning Department for its recommendation; The Planning Board has reviewed the potential environmental impacts of the project, pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and adopted a SEQRA Negative Declaration—Determination of Non-Significance; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on November 16, 2021 and continued the public hearing to November 16, 2021, when it was closed, The Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted by the applicant and all comments made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including November 16, 2021; The Planning Board determines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval, MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 72-2021 JOSEPH GROSS; Introduced by who moved for its adoption. According to the draft resolution prepared by Staff with the following: 1) Waivers requested granted/denied; 2) The approval is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval. Applicant is responsible for requesting an extension of approval before the one (1) year time frame has expired if you have not yet applied for a building permit or commenced significant site work. Page 1 of 2 Phone: 518.761.8220 I Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net 3) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution. a) The limits of clearing will constitute a no-cut buffer zone, orange construction fencing shall be installed around these areas and field verified by Community Development staff; b) If applicable,the Sanitary Sewer connection plan must be submitted to the Wastewater Department for its review, approval,permitting and inspection; c) If curb cuts are being added or changed a driveway permit is required. A building permit will not be issued until the approved driveway permit has been provided to the Planning Office; d) If application was referred to engineering then Engineering sign-off required prior to signature of Zoning Administrator of the approved plans; e) Final approved plans should have dimensions and setbacks noted on the site plan/survey, floor plans and elevation for the existing rooms and proposed rooms in the building and site improvements;- f) If required,the applicant must submit a copy of the following to the Town: a. The project NOI (Notice of Intent) for coverage under the current "NYSDEC SPDES General Permit from Construction Activity" prior to the start of any site work. b. The project NOT (Notice of Termination)upon completion of the project; c. The applicant must maintain on their project site, for review by staff: i. The approved final plans that have been stamped by the Town Zoning Administrator. These plans must include the project SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) when such a plan was prepared and approved; ii. The project NOI and proof of coverage under the current NYSDEC SPDES General Permit, or an individual SPDES permit issued for the project if required. g) Final approved plans, in compliance with the Site Plan, must be submitted to the Community Development Department before any further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building and Codes personnel; h) The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Building Permit and/or the beginning of any site work; i) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with this and all other conditions of this resolution; j) As-built plans to certify that the site plan is developed according to the approved plans to be provided prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy. k) This resolution is to be placed in its entirety on the final plans Duly adopted this 161h day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 53.8.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 71-2021 @ 919 State Route 9 Hoffman Development Corp. Public Hearing scheduled Unlisted SEAR Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes November 16, 2021 Site Plan 71-2021 HOFFMAN DEVELOPMENT CORP. 919 State Route 9, Commercial Intensive (CI) SEQR Unlisted Material Review: application, site plan, vacuum information, stormwater, narrative, Elevation rendition, floor plan Parcel History: SP 38-1990, SP 53-2011, SP 57-1995, AV 42-1995,AV 74-1995, 99729-8147 Addition, Disc 5-2021 Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for construction of a car wash building with self-service vacuum area. Resolutions 1. SEQR 2. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes a 5,750 +/- sq. ft. car wash building with associated access drives and queuing lanes, and 18 self-serve vacuum area. The applicant has included a sidewalk to be coordinated with others along the property line on Weeks Road. Project includes site work for access onto Route 9 through existing traffic light, access on Weeks Road, sidewalk on Weeks Road and associated site work for landscaping, lighting and stormwater. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, new commercial construction shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location-The project site is located at 919 State Route 9 on a 2.01 acre parcel. • Arrangement- The site has an existing building to be removed. The site is to be redeveloped with a new carwash building and a vacuum station for 18 self serve units. • Site Design- The parcel is a corner lot with frontage on Route 9 and Weeks Road. The parcel access is proposed at Weeks Road with a proposed interconnected access from an adjoining lot to Route 9. The lot is to maintain some of the existing vegetation on the West property line and install new vegetation • Building—The building is to be 5,750 sq ft and the car wash will be accessed from the east side of the building existing to the west. • Site conditions-The project includes utilizing an adjacent interconnect as this was included in a previous site plan that it would be developed when this lot would be developed. The applicant has provided plans showing the work to be completed for the interconnect. The applicant to provide supporting information to complete the interconnect work. • Traffic- The applicant has indicate there is to be 45 spaces— 18 vacuum parking spaces, 9 stacking spaces, 11 additional stacking spaces, 1 handicap space. (Required is 3 stacking spaces per bay.) The plans show a side walk to be installed in the right of way. The applicant to supply supporting information for work in the right of way. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control-The plans show grading and erosion control for the site development. Stormwater management is shown with detention basins. The project includes porous pavement in the areas of the vacuum spaces. A reminder a stormwater management maintenance agreement will be required. The project was referred to engineering for review and comment. • • Landscape plan-The landscaping plan shows only the information for the building area landscaping. The applicant will need to update the plans to reflect existing and proposed vegetation for the entire parcel. The required buffer on the west property line does not indicate the landscaping to be installed in the buffer area. A buffer area is expected to be 50 ft in width but is at the discretion of the board and may or may not include fencing as part of the buffer. • Site lighting plan-The lighting plan only indicates light pole locations. Application to provide light fixture type,pole height and building light information. In addition, a photometric plan will be required. • Site details- The project includes utilizing an adjacent interconnect as this was included in a previous site plan that it would be developed when this lot would be developed. The applicant has provided plans showing the work to be completed for the interconnect. The applicant to provide supporting information to complete the interconnect work. • Utility details-The project includes connections to municipal sewer and water. • Signage-The elevation plans show a sign on the building and the site plan shows a free standing sign location. The sign information will need to be updated with dimensions, material, and lighting information. • Elevations-The elevations indicate the building cupola is to be 37 ft 8 inches and the main building is to be 28 ft 8 1/8 inches. The colors are to be grey, white trim, and grey blocking on the bottom of the building. • Floor plans-The floor plans show the wash tunnel, equipment room, office area, and electric room. The elevation orientations will need to be revised. • Waivers-The applicant has not requested waivers however additional information for lighting landscaping and sign will be necessary. • The waivers requested—Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as these items are typically associated with commercial projects. The applicant has provided information for g. site lighting, h. signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details,p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal • Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application for the development of a lot for a car wash and vacuum facility. The project includes extensive site work for stormwater, lighting, landscaping, and additional work for the interconnect and sidewalk. The board may request additional information for lighting, landscaping, traffic, signs for the building and site. Meeting History: 1"Meeting Town of Queensbury J Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEQRA RESOLUTION—Grant Positive or Negative Declaration SITE PLAN 71-2021 HOFFMAN DEVELOPMENT CORP Tax Map ID: 296.17-1-42/Property Address: 919 State Route 9/Zoning: Cl The applicant proposes a 5,750 +/- sq. ft. car wash building with associated access drives and queuing lanes, and 18 self-serve vacuum area. The applicant has included a sidewalk to be coordinated with others along the property line on Weeks Road. Project includes site work for access onto Route 9 through existing traffic light, access on Weeks Road, sidewalk on Weeks Road and associated site work for landscaping, lighting and stormwater. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, new commercial construction shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The Planning Board has determined that the proposed project and Planning Board action is subject to review under the State Environmental Quality Review Act; The proposed action considered by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of Environmental Conservation Regulations implementing the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of the Town of Queensbury; No Federal or other agencies are involved; Part 1 of the Short/Long EAF has been completed by the applicant; Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queensbury Planning Board as lead agency that this project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment, and, therefore, an environmental impact statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is issued. MOTION TO GRANT A SEQRA POSITIVE DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SITE PLAN 71-2021 HOFFMAN DEVELOPMENT CORP. Introduced by who moved for its adoption. As per the resolution prepared by staff. 1. Part II of the EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. 2. Part III of the EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. Or Part III of the EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Duly adopted this 161h day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fat: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road,Queensbuiy,NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office ' 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION—Grant/Deny Site Plan Approval SITE PLAN 71-2021 HOFFMAN DEVELOPMENT CORP. Tax Map ID: 296.17-1-42/Property Address: 919 State Route 9/Zoning: CI The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes a 5,750 +/- sq. ft. car wash building with associated access drives and queuing lanes, and 18 self-serve vacuum area. The applicant has included a sidewalk to be coordinated with others along the property line on Weeks Road. Project includes site work for access onto Route 9 through existing traffic light, access on Weeks Road, sidewalk on Weeks Road and associated site work for landscaping, lighting and stormwater. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, new commercial construction shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code-Chapter 179-9-080, the Planning Board has determined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code; As required by General Municipal Law Section 239-m the site plan application was referred to the Warren County Planning Department for its recommendation; The Planning Board has reviewed the potential environmental impacts of the project, pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and adopted a SEQRA Negative Declaration—Determination of Non-Significance; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on November 16, 2021 and continued the public hearing to November 16, 2021, when it was closed, The Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted by the applicant and all comments made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including November 16, 2021; The Planning Board determines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval, MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 71-2021 HOFFMAN DEVELOPMENT CORP. ; Introduced by who moved for its adoption. According to the draft resolution prepared by Staff with the following: 1) Waivers requested granted/denied; 2) The approval is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval. Applicant is responsible for requesting an extension of approval before the one (1) year time frame has expired if you have not yet applied for a building permit or commenced significant site work. Page 1 of 2 Phone: 518.763..8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 2.28041 www.queensbury.net 3) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution. a) The limits of clearing will constitute a no-cut buffer zone, orange construction fencing shall be installed around these areas and field verified by Community Development staff, b) If applicable,the Sanitary Sewer connection plan must be submitted to the Wastewater Department for its review, approval, permitting and inspection; c) If curb cuts are being added or changed a driveway permit is required. A building permit will not be issued until the approved driveway permit has been provided to the Planning Office; d) If application was referred to engineering then Engineering sign-off required prior to signature of Zoning Administrator of the approved plans; e) Final approved plans should have dimensions and setbacks noted on the site plan/survey,floor plans and elevation for the existing rooms and proposed rooms in the building and site improvements;- f) If required, the applicant must submit a copy of the following to the Town: a. The project NOI (Notice of Intent) for coverage under the current "NYSDEC SPDES General Permit from Construction Activity" prior to the start of any site work. b. The project NOT (Notice of Termination) upon completion of the project; c. The applicant must maintain on their project site, for review by staff: i. The approved final plans that have been stamped by the Town Zoning Administrator. These plans must include the project SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) when such a plan was prepared and approved; ii. The project NOI and proof of coverage under the current NYSDEC SPDES General Permit, or an individual SPDES permit issued for the project if required. g) Final approved plans, in compliance with the Site Plan, must be submitted to the Community Development Department before any further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building and Codes personnel; h) The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Building Permit and/or the beginning of any site work; i) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with this and all other conditions of this resolution; j) As-built plans to certify that the site plan is developed according to the approved plans to be provided prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy. k) This resolution is to be placed in its entirety on the final plans Duly adopted this 161h day of November 2021 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 53.8.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net ri 00 Ln N M U) N m LD m O i� d' c-i b�) U) r-I N N (n r-I i--I N (n v-1 r-I N fM . 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