Site Plan Application1
Site Plan Review application – Revised October 2016
Town of Queensbury Planning Office-742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
TOWN OF QUEENSBURY
Site Plan Review Application
Review Process:
1. Required Pre-submission meeting with staff to determine general completeness to be held no later than 1
week prior to deadline day. Call (518) 761-8265 or (518) 761-8220 for an appointment.
2. Submittal of complete application: 1 original and 14 copies of the application package by monthly deadline.
3. Determination of application completeness. All necessary information must be provided and appropriate
fee(s) paid for consideration for placement on an agenda for that month.
4. Incomplete applications will not be considered for placement on any agenda until all missing
information has been submitted.
5. Submittal to Warren County Planning, if applicable.
6. Planning Board meeting, generally the third & fourth Tuesday of each month. You will be advised in
writing as to which meeting to attend.
7. Following the meeting you will be provided with a copy of the resolution stating the Board’s decision on
your application. If your application was approved, the next likely step is a Building Permit. Final
drawings must be provided for the next phase of review. If your application was denied, your project cannot
proceed as submitted.
DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS (hard copy & electronic):
Please submit 1 original & 14 copies of the completed application package to include:
• Completed Application pages 2-9, signed & dated
• Pre-Submission Meeting Notes: signed by staff
• Copy of Deed
• Checklist & Plot Plan
• Environmental Assessment Form for any non-residential project
• Fee: $100 (0 – 10,000 sq. ft.); $250 (10,001 – 30,000 sq. ft.); $500 (30,001 -100,000 sq. ft.); $1,000
(100,000+ sq. ft.)
Staff & Contact Information:
Craig Brown, Zoning Administrator craigb@queensbury.net
Laura Moore, Land Use Planner lmoore@queensbury.net
Sunny Sweet, Office Specialist – Planning sunnys@queensbury.net (518) 761-8220
Visit our website at www.queensbury.net for further information and forms
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Site Plan Review application – Revised October 2016
Town of Queensbury Planning Office-742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
General Information
Tax Parcel ID Number:
Zoning District:
Lot size:
266.3-1-25
RR-5A
9.47 acres
Detailed Description of Project [includes current & proposed use]:
Installation of a 20.16 kW (42 panels) ground-mounted PV array with a total of 971.59 total square footage.
Location of project:
1631 Ridge Road, Queensbury , New York 12804
Applicant Name: Loreen Harvey :Kasselman Solar, LLC. Address: 279 Broadway bldg 2, Menands, NY 12204
Home Phone Cell: (518) 478-3906
Work Phone Fax (518) 953-1095
E-Mail: LHarvey@kasselmansolar.com
Agent’s Name: Address:
Home Phone Cell:
Work Phone Fax
E-mail
Owner’s Name Brandy Tennyson Address 1631 Ridge Road, Queensbury , New York 12804
Home Phone Cell (518) 824-1147
Work Phone Fax
E-mail
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Site Plan Review application – Revised October 2016
Town of Queensbury Planning Office-742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
Site Development Data
Area / Type Existing sq. ft. Proposed
Addition sq. ft.
Total sq. ft.
A. Building footprint 1,536 sq ft N/A 1,536 sq ft
B. Detached Garage 936 sq ft N/A 936 sq ft
C. Accessory Structure(s) 1,356 sq ft N/A 1,356 sq ft
D. Paved, gravel or other hard surfaced area 156 sq ft N/A 156 sq ft
E. Porches / Decks 1,812 sq ft N/A 1,812 sq ft
F. Other N/A foot print: 971.59 sq ft
total flat area: 1,047.06 sq ft 1,047.06 sq ft
G. Total Non-Permeable [Add A-F] 5,796 sq ft 1,047.06 sq ft 6,843.06 sq ft
H. Parcel Area [43,560 sq. ft. / acre] 412,513.2 No Increase:412,513.2 412,513.2
I. Percentage of Impermeable Area of Site [I=G/H] 14% Total: 2.5% 16.5%
Setback Requirements
Area Required Existing Proposed
Front [1] N/A N/A N/A
Front [2] N/A N/A N/A
Shoreline N/A N/A N/A
Side Yard [1] 75 N/A Solar - 91
Side Yard [2] 75 N/A Solar - 310
Rear Yard [1] 75 N/A Solar - 170
Rear Yard [2] N/A N/A N/A
Travel Corridor N/A N/A N/A
Height [max] 12 ft N/A 11.6
Permeability 75% Permeable 99.2% 98.95%
No. of parking spaces N/A N/A N/A
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Site Plan Review application – Revised October 2016
Town of Queensbury Planning Office-742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
Additional Project Information
1. Will the proposal require a Septic Variance from the Town Board of Health? NO
2. If the parcel has previous approvals, list application number(s):
3. Does this project require coverage under the New York State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(SPDES) Permit Program ? NO
4. Estimated project duration: Start Date ASAP End Date ASAP _
5. Estimated total cost of project:
$69,828.00
6. Total area of land disturbance for project: 971.59 sq.ft.
Floor Area Ratio Worksheet
FLOOR AREA RATIO (FAR) -- The relationship of building size to lot size, derived by dividing the total
building floor area by the lot size in square feet, yielding a percentage.
Zoning District Symbol Floor Area Ratio [FAR]
Waterfront Residential WR 0.22
Commercial Moderate/ Intensive CM/ CI 0.3
A. The combined area of all square footage, as measure from exterior walls of all structures on the property,
including all floors of the structures, garages, basements and attics with more than five (5) feet of ceiling
height and covered porches. Building square footage does not include: Open deck, docks and that portion of
covered docks extending over water and one storage shed of one hundred twenty (120) square feet or less.
Any additional sheds will be included. (See “FLOOR AREA RATIO”).
B. Commercial or industrial: the total area in square feet as measured from the exterior of the outside walls of a
building or structure, and when applicable, the sum total of all floor areas of the principal and accessory
buildings or structures on the project site.
A. Parcel Area 412,513.2 sq. ft.
B. Existing Floor Area N/A sq. ft. [see above definition]
C. Proposed Additional Floor Area N/A sq. ft.
D. Proposed Total Floor Area N/A sq. ft.
E. Total Allowable Floor Area N/A (Area x N/A ) [see above table]
*If D is larger than E. a variance or revisions to your plan may be needed. Consult with Staff.
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Site Plan Review application – Revised October 2016
Town of Queensbury Planning Office-742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
§ 179-9-080 Requirements for Site Plan Approval.
The Planning Board shall not approve a Site Plan unless it first determines that such site plan meets the
following Standards. Please prepare responses to each of the following topics:
STANDARDS
A. The proposed project furthers or is consistent with the policies of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. Yes
B. The proposed project complies with all other requirements of this Chapter, including the site plan review standards as set forth in Paragraph
F of this section, the dimensional, bulk and density regulations of the zoning district in which it is proposed to be located (Article 3 and
Table 1), the applicable requirements of all other Articles that apply. Yes
C. The site plan encourages pedestrian activity internally and, if practicable, to and from the site with pedestrian paths or sidewalks connected
to adjacent areas. No changes, not applicable.
D. The site plan must conform to Chapter 136 Sewage and Sewage Disposal, Chapter 147 Stormwater Management Local Law, and other
applicable local laws. No changes, not applicable.
E. The proposed use shall be in harmony with the general purpose or intent of this Chapter, specifically taking into account the location,
character and size of the proposed use and the description and purpose of the district in which such use is proposed, the nature and intensity
of the activities to be involved in or conducted in connection with the proposed use and the nature and rate of any increase in the burden on
supporting public services and facilities which will follow the approval of the proposed use. Yes
F. The establishment, maintenance and operation of the proposed use will not create public hazards from traffic, traffic congestion or the
parking of vehicles and/or equipment or be otherwise detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of persons residing or working in
the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the town. Traffic access and circulation, road intersections, road and driveway widths and
traffic controls will be adequate. Yes, no effect.
G. Off-street parking and l9oading facilities will be appropriately located and arranged and sufficient to meet traffic anticipated to be generated
by the new use. The establishment of vehicle links between parking areas of adjacent properties are provided where feasible. This furthers
the Town’s goal of reducing curb cuts and reducing congestion. A twenty-foot wide connection is required. If adjacent properties are either
undeveloped or previously developed without having made provision for future linkage, then a future connection must be identified and
provided for in the site plan under review for such future linkage when the time arises. The Planning Board may require proof that the
applicant has made contact with adjacent property owners for purposes of coordinating linkages with adjacent propertiesY. es no effect.
H. The project shall not have an undue adverse impact upon the natural, scenic, aesthetic, ecological, wildlife, historic, recreational or open
space resources of the town or the Adirondack Park or upon the adequate provision of supporting facilities and services made necessary by
the project, taking into account the commercial, industrial, residential, recreational or other benefits that might be derived from the project.
In making the determination hereunder, the Planning Board shall consider those factors pertinent to the project contained in the
development considerations set forth herein under § 179-9-080 of this Chapter, and in so doing, the Planning Board shall make a net overall
evaluation of the project in relation to the development objectives and general guidelines set forth in § 179-9-080 of this Article. Yes
I. The provision for and arrangement of pedestrian traffic access and circulation, walkway structures, control of intersections with vehicular
traffic and overall pedestrian convenience shall be safe and adequate for pedestrian movement. Pedestrian connections between adjacent
sites shall be provided to encourage pedestrian use. Yes, no effect.
J. Stormwater drainage facilities will prevent an increase of post development drainage flows as compared to pre-development drainage flows.
Drainage of the site shall recharge ground water to the extent practical. Surface waters flowing off-site shall not degrade any streams or
adversely affect drainage on adjacent properties or public roads. Facilities shall be in conformance with the drainage standards of Chapter
147 of the Town Code and the Town of Queensbury Subdivision Regulations where applicable. Yes, no effect.
K. The water supply and sewage disposal facilities will be adequate and will meet all applicable and current requirements set forth by
Department of Health regulations and Chapter 136 of the Town Code. Yes, no effect.
L. The adequacy, type and arrangement of trees, shrubs and other suitable plantings, landscaping and screening shall effectively provide a
visual and/or noise buffer between the applicants and adjoining lands, including the maximum retention of existing vegetation and
maintenance, including replacement of dead or deceased plants. Array will be screened on East side by residence and North/South/West sides by tall vegetation.
M. Fire lanes, emergency zones and fire hydrants will be adequate and meet the needs and requirements of emergency service providers. Yes, no effect.
N. The design of structures, roadways and landscaping in areas susceptible to ponding, flooding and/or erosion will minimize or avoid such
impacts to the maximum extent practicable. Yes
O. The site plan conforms to the design standards, landscaping standards and performance standards of this chapter. Yes
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Site Plan Review application – Revised October 2016
Town of Queensbury Planning Office-742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
§ 179-9-050 Checklist-Application for Site Plan Review.
Application materials and site plan shall include sufficient information for the Board to review and provide a
decision. The applicant is to provide a site plan drawing and all attachments that address items A-V. The
applicant may request a waiver from A-V and is to provide reasons for waiver(s) requested. Please label
information to be submitted.
REQUIREMENTS Sheet #
A. A vicinity map drawn at the scale that shows the relationship of the proposal to existing community facilities which affect
or serve it, such as roads, shopping areas, schools, etc. The map shall also show all properties, identify owners, subdivisions, streets and easements within 500 feet of the property. Such a sketch may be superimposed on a United States
Geological Survey map of the area. See Project Area Map (pg 21) Compliant
B. The site plan deem appropr
information.
shall be drawn at a scale of forty feet to the inch (1” = 40 feet) or such other scale as the Planning Board may
iate, on standard 24” x 36” sheets, with continuation on 8 l/2 “x 11” sheets as necessary for written
The information listed below shall be shown on the site plan and continuation sheets. See Site Plan (pg 22) *Compliant
C. Name of the project, boundaries, date, north arrow, and scale of the plan. See Site Plan (pg 22) Compliant
D. Name and address of the owner of record, developer, and seal of the engineer, architect or landscape architect. If the
applicant is not the record owner, a letter of authorization shall be required from the owner. See Plans/Authorization Form (pg 16/25) *Compliant E. The location and use of all existing and proposed structures within the property, including all dimensions of height and
floor area, all exterior entrances, and all anticipated future additions and alterations. No Change
F. The location of all present and proposed public and private ways, off-street parking areas, driveways, outdoor storage areas,
sidewalks, ramps, curbs, paths, landscaping, walls and fences. Location, type and screening details for all waste disposal
containers shall also be shown. N/A
G. The location, illumination a height, intensity and bulb type (sodium, incandescent, etc.) of all external lighting fixtures. The direction of N/A nd methods to eliminate glare onto adjoining properties must also be shown in compliance with § 179-6-020.
H. The location, height, size, materials and design of all proposed signs. N/A
I. The location of all present and proposed utility systems including:
1. Sewage or septic system;
2. Water supply system;
3. Telephone, cable and electrical systems; and
4. Storm drainage system including existing and proposed drain lines, culverts, catch basins, headwalls, endwalls,
hydrants, manholes and drainage swales. N/A
J. Plans to prevent the pollution of surface or groundwater, erosion of soil both during and after construction, excessive runoff
and flooding of other properties, as applicable. A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for all land development
activities (excluding agricultural activities) on the site that results in land disturbance of one acre or more. A SWPPP shall
comply with the requirements of the DEC SPDES MS-4 General Permit and Chapter 147 of the Town of Queensbury
Code. It shall be at the discretion of the Planning Board as to whether a SWPPP or an erosion and control plan shall be
required for a site plan review project land disturbance of less than one acre. N/A
K. Existing and proposed topography at two-foot contour intervals, or such other contour interval as the Planning Board shall
allow. All elevations shall refer to the nearest United States Coastal and Geodetic Bench Mark. If any portion of the parcel
is within the 100-year floodplain, the area will be shown and base flood elevations given. Areas shall be indicated within
the proposed site and within 50 feet of the proposed site where soil removal or filling is required, showing the approximate
volume in cubic yards. N/A
L. A landscape plan showing all existing natural land features than may influence the design of the proposed use such as rock
outcrops, stands of trees, single trees eight or more inches in diameter, forest cover and water sources and all proposed
changes to these features, including sizes and types of plants. Water sources include ponds, lakes, wetlands and
watercourses, aquifers, floodplains and drainage retention areas. N/A
M. Land Use Dis
as any Overla
trict boundaries within 500 feet of the site’s perimeter shall be drawn and identified on the site plan, as well
y Districts that apply to the property. N/A
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Site Plan Review application – Revised October 2016
Town of Queensbury Planning Office-742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
REQUIREMENT S (CONTINUED) Sheet #
N. Traffic flow patterns with within 100 feet of the site
for those in heavy traffic
1. The projected num
annual peak hour
2. The projected traf
to be affected by t
3. The impact of this
intersections. Exi
levels shall also b
in the site, entrances and exits, loading and unloading areas, as well as curb cuts on the site and
. The Planning Board may, at its discretion, require a detailed traffic study for large developments or
areas, which shall include:
ber of motor vehicle trips to enter or leave the site, estimated for weekly and
traffic levels;
fic flow pattern including vehicular movements at all major intersections likely
he proposed use of the site;
traffic on levels of service on abutting public streets and at affected
sting and proposed weekly and annual peak hour traffic levels and road capacity
e given. N/A
O. For new construction or a
1. Estimated area of
Storage, etc.;
2. Estimated maximu
3. Maximum seating
4. Number of parkin
lterations to any structure, a table containing the following information shall be included:
structure to be used for particular purposes such as retain operation, office,
m number of employees;
capacity, where applicable; and
g spaces existing and required for the intended use. N/A
P. 1. Floor Plans.
2. Elevations at a scale of one-quarter inch equals one foot (1/4” = 1 foot) for all exterior facades of the proposed structure(s)
and/or alterations to or expansions of existing facades, showing design features and indicating the type and color of materials
to be used. N/A
Q. Soil logs, water supply w
mitigate project impacts.
ell and percolation test results, and storm water runoff calculations as needed to determine and
N/A
R. Plans for disposal of cons truction and demolition waste, either on-site or at an approved disposal facility. N/A
S. Plans for snow removal, i ncluding location(s) of on-site snow storage. N/A
T. An Environmental Assessment Form (“EAF”) as required by the SEQRA regulations, with Part 1 completed by the Applicant
shall be submitted as part of the application. If the proposed project requires a special use permit and an EAF has been
submitted in conjunction with a special use permit application, a duplicate EAF is not required for the site plan application.
See EAF Form (pgs 17-20) Compliant
U. If an application is for a parcel or parcels on which more than one use is proposed, the applicant may submit a single
application for all such uses, provided the proposed uses are accurately delineated on a site plan drawn pursuant to the
requirements set forth above. The Planning Board may grant the application with respect to some proposed uses and not
others. For purposes of reviewing an application (and for SEQRA compliance) all proposed uses on a single parcel or on
contiguous parcels shall be considered together.
N/A
V. A brief narrative statement on how the project proposed for review furthers or is consistent with the vision, goals and policies
in the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. N/A
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Site Plan Review application – Revised October 2016
Town of Queensbury Planning Office-742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
Town of Queensbury Site Plan Pre-Submission Conference Form / Section 179-9-040
1. Applicant Name: Loreen Harvey :Kasselman Solar, LLC.
2. Tax Map ID 266.3-1-25 Location: 1631 Ridge Road 9.47 ac
3. Zoning Classification
4. Reason for Review:
5. Zoning Section #:
RR 5A
Ground Mounted Solar
179-5-140 Renewable Energy
6. Pre-Submission Meeting Notes:
Deed
Provided Outstanding; Please provide by
General Information complete
Site Development Data Complete
Setback Requirements Complete
Additional Project Information Complete
FAR addressed
Requirements for Site Plan-Standards
Checklist items addressed
Environmental Form completed
Signature Page completed
Staff Representative:
Applicant / Agent: Date:
ignature Page
Thi page include the \.) Authorizatio n to Act as Agent Fom1: 2.) Engineerin g Fee Dis.closure; 3.) Au.thorization for Sue Vi HS ; -1.)
Other Pemut Re .pon.ibi\itle ;S.) Oftic1al ieetmg Di·clo.ure and 6.) Agreem ent to prO\ tde documentatt on required.
0\\ l.R'. AGF.'\T FOR\1:
Complete the fol10'"'1ng if the OW .'ER of the property i not the ame as the appli cant
De 1gnate .
A agent regarding: For Ta. lap '>:o. \'anance '
ection
ite Plan Subdivi ion
Block 2s Lot
Deed Refc
OW'\'ER IG'\A TGRE:
Book rn-Page 12 12 DaY!
-- DATE : ----:il/71 01-<' 2?-
Complete the follo\\1ng if the APPLICA.,.'\'T is unable t o attend the meeting or wishes to be represented by another party :
Owner:
Designates:
As agent regarding: For Tax Map , o.:
Variance
Section
Site Plan
Block
Subdivision
Lot
OWNER
Deed Reference:
IG:'\ATURE:
Book Page
DATE:
Date
2.l E'\Gl'\EERT'\G FEE DI CLOSU RE: Applications may be referred to the Town consulting engineer for review of septic design, stom1
drainage, etc. as determined by the Zoning or Planning Department. Fees for engineering review services will be charged directly to the applicant.
Fees for engineering revie\\ " II not exceed S 1,000 without notification to the applicant.
3.) Al'THORIZATION FOR ITE VISIT : By signing this page and submitting the application materials attached herein, the Owner, Applicant,
and histber their agent(s) hereby authorize the Zoning Board or Planning Board and Town Staff to enter the subject properties for the purpose of
re\1e\\1ng the application submined .
.q OTHER PER ,llT RE PONSIB I UT I ES: Other pcm1its may be required for construction or alteration activity subsequent to approval by the
Zoning Board or Planning Board. It is the applicant 's responsibility to obtain any additional pemuts.
5.) OFFICIAL MEET! 'G MI 'UTES D I CLOSUR E: It is the practice of the Community Development Department to have a designated
stenographer tape record the proceedings of meetings resulting from application, and minutes transcribed from those tapes constitutes the official
record of all proceedings.
6.) AGREE \1E.\T TO PROVIDE DOCUM ENTATIO 1 REQUIR ED: 1, the undersign ed, have thoroughly read and understand the instruct ions
for su bmission and agree to th e submi ssion requirements , I acknowledge no construction activities shall be commenced prior to issuance of a valid
permit. I certif) that the apphcation, plans and supporting materials arc a true and complete statement/description of the existing conditions atid the
work proposed, and th at all work \\ II be performed in accordance with the approved plan s and in confom1ance with local zoning regulations. l
acknowledge that prior to occupying the facilities proposed, I or my agents, will obtain a certificate of occupancy as necessary. 1 also understand that
Uwe may be required to provide an as-built survey by a licensed land surveyor of all newly con tructed facilities prior to issuance of a certificate of
occupancy
Brandv Tennvson 02/ 17/2022
Print ame [Applicant] Date signed
Signature [Agent] Print Name [Agent] Date signed
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Site Plan Review appl icat ion -Revised October 2016
Town of Queensbury Planning Office-742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804