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Staff Notes for 5/17/2022STAFF NOTES MAY 17, 2022 Queensbury Planning Board Agenda First Regular Meeting: Tuesday, May 17, 2022/ Time 7 - 11 pm I Queensbury Activities Center @ 742 Bay Road Approval of Minutes Dates- March 15, 2022, March 22, 2022 and March 29, 2022 Administrative Item: Table request for Site Plan 33-2021 & Special Use Permit 2-2021 333 Cleverdale, LLC/San Souci to June 21, 2022 Applicants) HOFFMAN DEVELOPMENT CORP. Application Type _ Site Plan 71-2021 j _ - - ----- Owner (s) 919 State Route 9 LLC. SEQR Ty ee Unlisted _ _.I Agent(s) Frank Palumbo, CT Male Lot size 2.01 acres Location 919 State Route 9/925 State Route 9 (access) ! Ward: 2 Zoning Classification: CI Tax ID No. 296.17-1-42, 296.13-1-17.2 - �--Ordinance Reference ( 179-3-040, 179-_9-040 -_-� Cross Reference SP 38-1990, SP 53-2011, SP 57-1995, AV 42- Warren Co. Referral November 2021 1995, AV 74-1995, 99729-8147 Addition, Disc 5- li 2021 Public Hearing November 16, 2021, February 15, 2022, April 19, Site Information Travel Corridor 2022 _ E 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 I onto Route 9 through existing traffic light through adjoining parcel and access on Weeks Road. Project also includes 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; May 17, 2022 Resolution review. Tabled Items• Applicant(s) CVE NORTH AMERICA, INC. Application Type Site Plan 66-2021, Freshwater Wetlands 3-2021, F -_ _ Special Use Permit 4-2021, PZ 0720-2021 j Owner (s) Forest Enterprises Management j SEQR Type i Type I - e Agen(s) Nixon Peabody � Lot size 80 acres/6.39 acres - - Location 53 Quaker Ridge Blvd/East County Line Rd Ward: 2 Zoning Classification: CLI, Cl (National Grid) Tax ID No. 303.11-1-4.1, 303.15-1-25.2, 303.11-1-5 Ordinance Reference 179-5-140, 179-9-040 j Cross Reference i Disc 3-2021, PZ 720-2021 Warren Co. Referral November 2021 Public Hearing January 18, 2022, May 17, 2022 Site Information f Wetlands - t Project Description: Applicant proposes a solar farm on site 303.11-1-4.1, with access by right of way through parcel 303.15-1-25.2. The project will include over 13,000 panels on a 30 plus acre portion of the site. The project work includes panel placement, drive areas, equipment boxes and stormwater management. The project involves a petition of zone change for parcel 303.15-1-25.2 from Cl to CLI. Project subject to site plan, special use permit and freshwater wetlands permit. Pursuant to Chapter 179-15-050, Town Board referred to the Planning Board to review for SEQR and { recommendation. Site plan, special use permit, and freshwater wetlands review after the Town Board completes Petition of Zone change. Recommendations: Applicant(s) BETH PORTUESE Application Type Site Plan 28-2022 Owner (s) Beth and Thomas Portuese __SEQR Type Type II Agent(s) ` Hutchins Engineering PLLC -_ Lot size (. .75 acres and 1.01 acres - - Location 28 Lansburg Lane � Ward: 4 `J Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. 316.5-1-3 and 316.9-1-27.2 (access drive) Ordinance Reference ! 179-4-030, 179-6-060, 179-4-050 Cross Reference AD 7-2006, AV 17-2022 ! Warren Co. Referral May 2022 Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information 1 Hudson River, slo e_p s- _ ! Project Description: Applicant proposes to remove a home of 1,064 sq ft to construct a new home with an attached garage of 3,277 sq ft. Also to be constructed is a patio of 1,219 sq ft. A new floor area of 5,751 sq ft. A new septic system will be installed. Site work for grading for the project and a new driveway to Big Bay Road over parcel 316.9-1-27.2. Lots are in separate ownership but related. Pursuant to chapter 179-4-030, 179-6-060, 1794- 050, site plan for construction within 50 feet of 15% slopes shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for j access from adjoining lot. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Applicant(s) ERIC CARLSON Application Type Site Plan 26-2022 Freshwater Wetlands 5-2022 Owner (s) { Same as applicant { SEQR Type Type II _—j Agent(s) ( EDP (Chris Keil) j Lot size 1.25 acres Location 67 Brayton Lane Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: WR _ Tax ID No. 239.12-2-84 j Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147 chapter 94 Cross Reference SEP 241-2019, AV 20-2022 { Warren Co. Referral�� May 2022 Public Hearin n/a for recommendation { Site Information { APA, LPGC, CEA Project Description: Applicant proposes to demolish an existing home and detached garage to construct a new home with a footprint of 2,381 sq ft 1 which includes porch/deck areas and living space of detached building. The project includes 873 sq ft footprint area detached garage. New floor area to j be 6,194 sq ft. The project includes stormwater management, alteration of a shared driveway and parking arrangement, as well as grading and erosion control. The house is to have 3 bedrooms. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147 chapter 94, new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 j ft of the shoreline, a new structure within 50 ft of 15% slopes, work within 100 feet of wetlands, and driveway of 10% slope shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and garage height, infiltration device setback. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Applicant(s) ' _3 ANTIGUA ROAD LLC. {_Application Type __J Site Plan 25-2022 Owner (s) Same as applicant � SEQR Tye_ _Typ.e II Agent(s) ( EDP (Chris Keil) Lot size { .74 acres and .04 acres Location ( 3 & 5 Antigua Road Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. 239.17-1-2 and 239.17-1-1 { Ordinance Reference 179-9-020, 179-6-065 Cross Reference { AV 59-2014, AV 22-2022 i Warren Co. Referral May 2022 Public Hearing { n/a for recommendation { Site Information APA, LGPC, CEA Project Description: Applicant proposes to construct a new 2,145 sq ft home with a 180 sq ft deck footprint; total floor area is 6,483 sq ft. The new j home will be 37 ft in height. The driveway area includes 8,145 sq ft of hard surfacing and 1,400 sq ft of permeable pavers. The parcel that is located in j the Town of Queensbury adjoins a parcel that is in the Town of Lake George that has frontage on the lake. The project includes a new entry porch overhang to the existing home and a portion of new hard surface area for the outdoor kitchen that is located on the Town of Lake George. Pursuant to Chapter 179-9-020, 179-3-040, 179-6-065 and Chapter 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and permeability. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Ap eals_i� Recommendation: Unapproved Development: Applicant(s) REDS LG LLC (�Alication Type Site Plan 29-2022 Owner (s) ( Same as applicant 1 SEAR Type Tyke II Agent(s) EDP (Nick Zeglen) { Lot size 0.53 acres Location { 7, 9 & 13 Nutley Lane Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: WR ----- Tax ID No. { 239.17-1-15 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-6-050, 179-13-010, 147 Cross Reference { SEP 37-2021, AV 21-2022 _ —� Warren Co. Referral May 2022 v— Public Hearing n/a for recommendation ! Site Information ( APA, LPGC, CEA _ Project Description: The applicant proposes to complete alterations to two existing dwelling units on the site and complete construction of third j dwelling unit on the site. Site work had started on all three buildings prior to review. Alterations include 7 Nutley Lane new building of 540 sq ft of one i bedroom and kitchen, 288 sq ft open porch, 24 sq ft covered entry area; Alterations to 9 Nutley Lane 704 sq ft footprint with two bedrooms and kitchen I (floor area of 1,408 sq ft, new open deck of 440 sq ft - walkout area below; interior alterations for 13 Nutley Lane existing floor area 2,134 with four bedrooms. Project includes grass depression areas, shoreline plantings, construction of a retaining wall of 72 ft in length at 1.8 ft in height. Project subject to site plan for new floor area for 7 Nutley Lane, expansion of non -conforming structure for 9 Nutley Lane, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline; Project subject to area variance for setbacks for 7 and 9 Nutley Lane, expansion of non -conforming, stormwater devices less than 100 ft from the shoreline, adding a third dwelling unit- kitchen, and permeability. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147, shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for expansion of nonconforming, adding third dwelling unit, setbacks and stormwater device setback. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals New Business: _Ap licant(s) TIDAL WAVE AUTO SPA Application Type �� Site Plan 68-2021 ________j Owner (s) TWAS Quaker Road LLC SEQR Type _� Unlisted Agent(s) EMC Engineering Services, Inc. Lot size 3.83 acres Location 708 Quaker Road Ward: 2 j Zoning Classification: Cl Tax ID No. 303.15-1-12 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-9-120 _ Cross Reference PZ 37-2015, SP 51-2015 car wash, SV 1-2017 Warren Co. Referral May 2022 Public Hearing May 17, 2022 _ Site Information ! Municipal Sewer connection Project Description: Applicant proposes renovations to an existing 6,815 sq ft car wash building with a new fagade and color scheme. The project includes site improvements, new parking and driveway arrangement. Project includes construction of a new 9,950 sq ft vacuum open canopy. There is to be new signs, landscaping, and stormwater management. The existing self -car wash building of 3,114 sq ft is to remain. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3- 040 and 179-9-120 of the Zoning Ordinance, modifications to an approved site plan shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval j - Any further business which may be properly brought before the Board - Minutes for March 15, March 22 & March 29, 2022 Draft resolution- grant/deny minutes approval Planning Board Member Discussion: June 28, 2022 meeting date unavailable Choose one of the following alternate dates: Thursday, June 23, 2022 Thursday, June 30, 2022 Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD RESOLUTION — CHANGES MADE TO AN APPROVED MEETING DATE MOTION TO CHANGE SECOND JUNE PLANNING BOARD MEETING FROM JUNE 28 2022 TO JUNE 23/JUNE 30, 2022 Introduced by who moved for its adoption, seconded by Duly adopted this 17th day of May 2022, 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 Administrative Items: Site Plan 33-2021 @ 333 Cleverdale Road 333 Cleverdale Road, LLC/San Souci Draft resolution- grant/deny further tabling Shauna Baker From: Jon C. Lapper <jcl@bpsrlaw.com> Sent: Monday, April 25, 2022 2:23 PM To: Laura Moore Cc: Thomas Center Jr, Shauna Baker, Carl Weiner Subject: Re: Need email to table San souchi. On behalf of the applicant, please table for June 15th submission. In this overheated market, the project engineer has not had the time to prepare the application materials. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 25, 2022, at 2:17 PM, Laura Moore <Imoore@queensbury.net> wrote: > Jon or Tom > Please forward an email to Shauna in regards to tabling the San project. I have public inquiry and I will need the tabling to add to the agenda and file. > Thank you > Laura TOWN OF QUEENSBURY WARNING: This is an external email. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. 1 Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — TABLE SITE PLAN 33-2021 333 CLEVERDALE, LLC/SAN SOUCI Tax Map ID: 226.12-1-43, 226.12-1-44 / Property Address: 333 & 337 Cleverdale Rd / Zoning: WR Applicant requests approval of outdoor seating area to include existing four 6 person picnic tables and one table for 4 persons on the restaurant parcel and the five top tables for 4 persons each on the adjoining parcel. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 & 179-4-090 of the Zoning Ordinance, food service in a WR zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. MOTION TO TABLE SITE PLAN 33-2021 333 CLEVERDALE, LLC/SAN SOUCI. Introduced by who moved for its adoption Tabled until the June 21, 2022 Planning Board meeting with information due by May 16, 2022. Duly adopted this 171hh day of May 2022 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 71-2021 @ 919 State Route 9 Hoffman Development Corp. Public Hearing closed Unlisted SEQR Draft resolution Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes May 17, 2022 Site Plan;71-2021 HOFFMAN DEVELOPMENT CORP. 919 State Route 9/ Commercial Intensive/ Ward 2 SEQR Unlisted Negative Declaration 4/19/2022 Material Review: application, site plan, vacuum information, stormwater, narrative, Elevation rendition, floor plan, traffic study, deed — easement for ingress and egress Parcel' History: SP 38-1990, SP 53-2011, SP 57-1995, AV 42-1995, AV 74-1995, 99729-8147 Addition, Disc 5-2021 Warren Co Referral: Sent November 2021/Comments: Concur w/local board. Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for resolution of Hoffman Development project previously approved on April; 19, 2022. It solutions 1 PA,decision Proiect 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 through adjoining parcel and access on Weeks Road. Project also includes associated site work for landscaping, lighting and stormwater. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, new commercial construction shall be suljoct to Planning Board review and approval; May 17, 2022 Resolution review. 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 prgposed 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. • Siie.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. • , Traffic- The applicant has indicate there is to be 45 spaces — 18 vacuum parking spaces, 9 stacking spaces, 1;1additional 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 has provided a traffic study — under review by the Town designated Engineer. Staff communicated with Highway and they are acceptable of the sidewalk and will work out details as needed. • 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 stormwater management maintenance agreement was provided and will be forwarded to the Supervisor and Counsel. 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. The plans indicate there is 35-36 ft buffer of existing tree area to remain. Town code identifies the buffer area between commercial and multifamily to be 10 ft wide 179-8-060. The buffer 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 indicates light pole locations at 15 ft pole, 2 ft base. The photo metrics have been revised as of December 2021 where the site average is 0.70 foot candles and the paved parking area is 2.51 foot candles. The commercial parking lot guidance indicates a 2.5 avg. • 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. The applicant has provided a deed noting there is an easement for ingress and egress over the lands this has been identified as allowing the applicant to construct the interconnect. • 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 applicant is pursuing a sign variance application for proposed free standing sign of 138 sq ft • 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. • Waivers -The applicant has not requested waivers. • 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 construction of car wash building and vacuum facility elements. The project includes site work for stormwater, lighting, landscaping, interconnect and sidewalk. The application was tabled to allow for a resolution to be drafted with assistance from Counsel for the board to review. Meeting History: 11/16/2021, 2/15/2022, 4/19/2022 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, 296.13-1-17.29(easement area)/ Property Address: 919/925 State Rt 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 and through adjoining parcel and access on Weeks Road. Project also includes 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 Ordinance, 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 approved as further discussed below; A. The project a Carwash building, Vacuum units and associated site work is a permitted use in the Commercial Intensive CI zoning district and the Car Wash Building and Vacuum units have been designed to be as compatible as practicable with the surrounding area. B. The project will be capable of adequately handling the traffic generated by the proposed uses and existing uses in the area as identified in the Traffic Study and reviewed by the Town Designated Engineer-5/31/2022 noting minimal impacts at the two intersections. C. The project's off-street parking and loading facilities will be adequate with respect to location, arrangement and number. D. The project's pedestrian amenities meet the requirements for site plan approval specifically a sidewalk to be constructed in coordination with others including but not limited to Queensbury Highway Department. E. The project's stormwater management and drainage design are adequate and meet the requirements outlined in Chapter 147 Stormwater Management of the Town Ordinance for site plan approval. F. The project will be served by Town water and sewer facilities and there is adequate capacity to provide these services. G. The proposed landscaping will enhance the project and provide adequate mitigation of visual and noise impacts without interfering with visibility for traffic entering and exiting the project. H. The project will not interfere with emergency vehicle trips and will provide adequate access to the project for emergency vehicles. I. The project's stormwater management system will eliminate any potential ponding or flooding on paved surfaces and exposed soils will be covered to prevent erosion during and after construction. J. The town will be able to provide the services and facilities needed for the project by utilizing existing services and facilities. Page 1 of 3 As required by General Municipal Law Section 239-m the site plan application was referred to the Warren County Planning Department for its recommendation and the County responded in November of 2021- Concur with Local Board; 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 on April 19, 2022; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 11/16/2021 and continued the public hearing to 4/19/2022, 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 4/19/2022; 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 for the buffer on the west property border to maintain the existing 10 ft vegetation and to install a privacy fence with height of 8ft along the vacuum unit facility —fence is 50 ft from west property line and at least 152 ft in length as noted on the plan; 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. 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. Page 2 of 3 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 17th day of May 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 3 of 3 Site Plan 66-2021, Freshwater Wetlands 3-2021 & Special Use Permit 4-2021@ 53 Quaker Ridge Blvd/East County Line Road CVE North America, Inc. Public hearing scheduled Type I SEAR Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes May 17, 2022 Site Plan 66-2021, CVE NORTH AMERICA, INC. Freshwater Wetlands 3-2021, 53 Quaker Ridge Blvd/East County Line Road/Commercial Special Use Permit 4-2021 Light Industrial, Commercial Intensive/ Ward 2 SEQR Type I Material Review: Petition of Zone Change application, Site Plan application, Special Use permit responses, Freshwater Wetland permit, narrative, SWPPP, site plan drawings, solar glare report etc. Parcel History: Disc 3-2021, PZ 720-2021 Warren Co Referral: Sent: May 2022/Comments: Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for a solar farm with 13,000 panels over a 30 acre spread. Resolutinnc 1. Lead Agency and Lead Agency accept — no other involved agencies 2. SEQR 3. PB recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes a solar farm on site 303.11-1-4.1, with access by right of way through parcel 303.15-1-25.2. The project will include over 13,000 panels on a 30 plus acre portion of the site. The project work includes panel placement, drive areas, equipment boxes and stormwater management. The project involves a petition of zone change for parcel 303.15-1-25.2 from Cl to CLI. Project subject to site plan, special use permit and freshwater wetlands permit. Pursuant to Chapter 179-15-050, Town Board referred to the Planning Board to review for SEQR and recommendation. Site plan, special use permit, and freshwater wetlands review after the Town Board completes Petition of Zone change. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located off a Quaker Ridge Boulevard and access is through an easement with National Grid to the 81.67 ac parcel • Arrangement- The parcels to be used are vacant and approximately 30 acres is to be used for • Site Design -The project site will be access from the Quaker Ridge Boulevard through Parcel 303.15-1-25.2 Owner Forest Enterprises, through an easement on Parcel 303.11-1-5 Owner National Grid, to the project parcel of 303.11-1-4.1 Owner Forest Enterprises. A 30 plus acre portion of the 80 acre parcel will be utilized for 13,000 panels. • Building — There are only equipment small shelters to be constructed there is no building proposed. There appear to be 3 transformer pads near the road ends for each solar panel area. The applicant to provide details of the equipment shelters — dimensions and elevation view. • Site conditions -The area currently vegetated with some areas containing wetlands. • Traffic- The applicant has designed a driveway to access the panels for maintenance. The drive consists of grass surface compatible with emergency vehicles requirements for drive surface. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The project involves the disturbance of over 30 acres and is subject to stormwater pollution prevention plan. The project will occur in 6 phases with no phase disturbing more than 5 acres at a time. The clearing phase will occur in 1 -3 and stump removal after phase 3a. The project has been referred to the Engineer for review and comment. • • Landscape plan -There is no additional landscaping to be added the site. • Site lighting plan -There are no lighting proposed for the project. • Utility details -The plans include connection to existing electric power from National Grid. • Signage-There is no signage proposed. • Elevations -The solar panel detail indicates the support structure to be 5 ft tall and the panel 6 ft in length. The panel will be able to pivot. The overall height is 7.69 ft. • Waivers -The applicant has not requested waivers and has indicated there is no lighting for the site proposed, no parking or traffic generated for the site, there is no signage for the site, there is no landscaping proposed. The applicant has provided information on j. stormwater, k. topography, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal. • 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. Special Use Permit Criteria: A special use permit is required as outlined in Section 179-10-070. • Harmony with the Comprehensive Plan — The project will be located in the Commercial Light Industrial zone where the Town Code outlines the requirements of Solar Farms in the CLI zone. • Compatibility- The project is located near Walmart Store, other retail/commercial businesses, industrial designated parcels and will be compatible with the uses in the area. • Access, circulation and parking — The project does not generate traffic is not open to the public. • Infrastructure and services- The project will not utilize sewer or water services. • Environment and natural features — The project design takes into account the existing area wetlands. • Long-term effects -Project is to create clean renewable energy Specific Special Use Permit Criteria DD. Solar farms. • Solar farms shall require a minimum land area of five acres.- Parcel is 80 acres and project is 30 acres. • Solar farms shall be enclosed by perimeter fencing to restrict unauthorized access at a height consistent with the current fence code. (See § 179-5-070.) However, the Planning Board shall have the discretion to vary or eliminate this requirement where the Planning Board has determined that safety and security at the site will be assured by alternate methods.- Project will have a gated entry and fencing around panel areas. Gate to have knox box noted for emergency access • The manufacturer's and installer's identification and appropriate warning signage and emergency contact information shall be posted at the site and clearly visible. C204 and C205 Plan Sheets contain sign information • Solar farm buildings and accessory structures shall, to the extent reasonably possible, use materials, colors and textures that will blend the facility into the existing environment. — The applicant has indicated sheets C204 and 205 — no color scheme has been provided — Board may request additional information if needed. • Appropriate landscaping and/or screening materials may be required to help screen the solar farm and accessory structures from major roads and neighboring residences pursuant to Article 8 of Chapter 179. The location of the project is adjacent to vegetated areas and parcels in the light industrial zone. • The average height of the solar panel arrays shall not exceed 12 feet. However, the Planning Board shall have the discretion to permit the solar panel arrays to exceed the height limitation of 12 feet to the extent necessary, as determined by the Planning Board, to achieve the intended purpose of the solar collectors. Such determination shall be made in consideration of the design of the solar collectors and the subject property's natural and proposed characteristics, including, but not limited to, topography, existing and proposed vegetative buffers, and proximity to residential and/or commercial uses. The applicant has indicated the height is 7.69 ft. • Solar farm and solar power plant panels and equipment shall be surfaced, designed, and sited so as not to reflect glare onto adjacent properties, facilities, and roadways. The applicant has provided a Glare Hazard report. • On -site power lines shall, to the maximum extent practicable, be placed underground. The applicant has indicated there are utility connects with some above ground —power pole connections • All applications for solar farms shall be accompanied by a decommissioning plan to be implemented upon abandonment, or cessation of activity, or in conjunction with the removal of the structure, which shall be reviewed and approved by the Town Board. The decommission plan has provided and is to be reviewed. • The following requirements shall be met for decommissioning: The decommission plan has identified items a-d. (a) Solar farms and solar power plants which have not been in active and continuous service for a period of one year shall be removed at the owners' or operators' expense within six months of the date of expiration of the one-year period. (b) All aboveground and below -ground equipment, conduits, structures, fencing and foundations shall be removed from the site to a depth of at least three feet below grade. (c) The site shall be restored to as natural a condition as possible within six months of the removal of all equipment, structures and foundations. Such restoration shall include, where appropriate, restoration of the surface grade and soil after removal of all equipment and revegetation of restored soil areas with native seed mixes. (d) The Planning Board shall, as a condition of approval, require the posting of a removal bond of the solar farm's and solar power plant's equipment. In lieu of a removal bond, the Town Board, in its discretion, may permit the owner and/or operator to enter into a decommissioning agreement with the Town which provides, in relevant part, that if the decommissioning of the site is not completed within six months of the time period specified in Subsection DD(10)(a) above, and/or the restoration is not completed within the time period specified in Subsection DD(10)(c) above, the Town may, at its own expense, enter the property and remove or provide for the removal of the structures and equipment and/or the restoration of the site, as the case may be, in accordance with the decommissioning plan. Such agreement shall provide, in relevant part, that the Town may recover all expenses incurred for such activities from the defaulting property owner and/or operator. The cost incurred by the Town shall be assessed against the property and shall become a lien and tax upon said property and shall be added to and assessed as part of the taxes to be levied and assessed thereon and enforced and collected with interest in the same manner as other taxes. This provision shall not preclude the Town from collecting such costs and expenses by any other manner by action in law or in equity. In the event of any such legal proceedings, the owner and/or operator, as the case may be, shall be liable for all legal expenses, costs and disbursements in connection with said litigation, as awarded by a court of competent jurisdiction. Freshwater Wetland The plan sheets have identified the wetland areas on the project site and access areas. The work to be completed is within 100 ft of the wetland areas. Summary The Board may begin the review of SEQR, may provide a decision on SEQR, may provide a recommendation to the Town Board. In addition, the Board may also make part of the recommendation in regards to the decommissioning plan for a removal bond to part of the site plan review or the request the applicant to work with the Town board to develop a decommissioning agreement as outline in the Special Use Permit requirements. The applicant has provided materials in response to the Engineering comments when the weather allowed for additional site evaluation. Tentative Schedule • December 2021 Town Board — referral to Planning Board and consent to Lead Agency (completed) • January 2022 Planning Board — seeks Lead Agency Accepts Lead Agency (completed) • May 2022 Planning Board may conduct SEQR, may provide recommendation to Town Board • Future Meeting Town Board Public Hearing Change of Zone • Future Meeting Planning Board — Site Plan, Special Use Permit, Freshwater Wetland review Meeting History: January 18, 2022 z:m LaBella Powered by partnership. May 4, 2022 Mr. Craig Brown Zoning Administrator and Code Compliance Officer Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, New York 12804 Delivered via email only: CraigB@queensbury.net RE: CVE North America - Quaker Solar Array Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York LaBella Project # 92100.54 Queensbury Ref # SP66-2021 Dear Mr. Brown: LaBella Associates has received the latest submission responding to comments offered by LaBella's January 13, 2022 Stormwater Review Letter. The Decomissioing Plan Review originally provided by Labella on February 10, 2022 has also been included in this letter. Based upon our review, LaBella offers the following comments for the Town's consideration: Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control Comments 1. In response to comment 3 of LaBella's January 13, 2022 letter, the applicant provided the 50 year storm for analysis. Town code section 179-6-080B states that "The stormwater drainage plan shall analyze the impacts of the project using at least a twenty -five-year return interval storm for residential projects and a fifty-year return interval storm for commercial or industrial projects, and using the analysis procedures in the Town of Queensbury Subdivision Regulations". Further, section 179-6-080C of Town Code states that "All stormwater management plans shall be designed so that post -development run-off rates and volumes are equal to or less than pre - development run-off. Post -development direction of flow and type of discharge shall be the same as pre -development conditions". Per the HydroCAD model, the applicant currently shows a volume increase at Design Point A from 10.186 of to 10.194 af. The applicant shall revise accordingly to meet Town code. 2. In response to comment 8 of LaBella's January 13, 2022 letter, the applicant explained their approach and stated "Infiltration testing for the Porous Pavement at the entrance has been performed to determine the feasibility of this practice and now included in Appendix 0 of the SI/1/PPP. The trenches around the equipment are to provide pretreament before overflowing to the surround vegetative areas acting as filter strips. Filter strips are considered a Runoff Reduction technique and well suited for small disconnected impervious surfaces." LaBella does not take exception to the pretreatment approach, however the HydroCAD model takes credit for the void space. Since the infiltrative capacity of the underlying soil will be greatly limited since a pretreatment practice is proposed above it, the void space in the stone will be full after the first storm. As such, the HydroCAD model cannot take volume credit for pretreatment practices. The applicant shall revise the HydroCAD model accordingly 20 Elm Street i Suite i10 j Glens Falls. NY 128o1 I p (518) 812-0513 v ww.1&.bellapc.com Decommisioning plan 3. With respect to comment 5 of LaBella's February 10, 2022 Decommisioning plan review, the Applicant has added a note to Appendix A indicating the installation of best management practice measures prior to the start of decommissioning. The applicant shall show these ES&C measures on plan view prior to the acceptance of the Decommisioning Plan. Conclusion & Recommendation It is our opinion that the applicant should provide clarification for the above items and incorporate changes in subsequent plan submissions. In the event the Planning Board or Town staff have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at (518) 824-1926. Respectfully submitted, LaBella Associates Sean M. Doty, PE, LEED AP, CPMSM Senior Civil Engineer/ Regional Leader cc: Shauna Baker, Town Planning Office Specialist (via email) Laura Moore, Town Land Use Planner (via email) File FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 "Horne of Natural Beauty... A Good Place to Live" PLAN REVIEW CVE NA Inc Quaker Road SP 66 - 2021 4/26/2022 The following comments are based on review of drawings: • Knox box is noted on drawings • Access roads are acceptable • FD turnaround areas acceptable Michael J Palmer Fire Marshal 742 Bay Road Queensbury NY 12804 firemarshal@queensbury.net Fi r e M a r s li a l' s Off i c e - P h o u e: 518-761-8206 - F a x: 518-745-4437 flrentarshal@gtceensburu.net - zt)zvzv.queensburiL.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEQR RESOLUTION — Grant Positive or Negative Declaration SITE PLAN 66-2021, FRESHWATER WETLANDS PERMIT 3-2021, & SPECIAL USE PERMIT 4-2021 CVE NORTH AMERICA, INC. Tax Map ID: 303.111-4.1, 303.15-1-25.2, 303.11-1-5 / Property Address: 53 Quaker Ridge Blvd/East County Line Road / Zoning: CLI, CI The applicant proposes a solar farm on site 303.11-1-4.1, with access by right of way through parcel 303.15-1- 25.2. The project will include over 13,000 panels on a 30 plus acre portion of the site. The project work includes panel placement, drive areas, equipment boxes and stormwater management. The project involves a petition of zone change for parcel 303.15-1-25.2 from CI to CLI. Project subject to site plan, special use permit and freshwater wetlands permit. Pursuant to Chapter 179-15-050, Town Board referred to the Planning Board to review for SEQR and recommendation. Site plan, special use permit, and freshwater wetlands review after the Town Board completes Petition of Zone change. 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 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 POSITIVE DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SITE PLAN 66-2021, FRESHWATER WETLANDS PERMIT 3-2021, & SPECIAL USE PERMIT 4-2021 CVE NORTH AMERICA, INC. Introduced by who moved for its adoption. As per the resolution prepared by staff. 1. Part II of the Long EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. 2. Part III of the Long EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. Or Part III of the Long EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Duly adopted this 17`h day of May 2022 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 owTown of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION -Planning Board Recommendation to the Town Board for Zoning Change Change Zoning from Commercial Intensive to Commercial Light Industrial SITE PLAN 66-2021, FRESHWATER WETANDS 3-2021, & SPECIAL USE PERMIT 4-2021 CVE NORTH AMERICA, INC. Tax Map ID: 303.11-1-4.1, 303.15-1-25.2, 303.11-1-5 /Address: 53 Quaker Ridge Blvd/East County Line Road / Zoning: CLI, CI WHEREAS, the applicant proposes a solar farm on site 303.11-1-4.1, with access by right of way through parcel 303.15-1-25.2. The project will include over 13,000 panels on a 30 plus acre portion of the site. The project work includes panel placement, drive areas, equipment boxes and stormwater management. The project involves a petition of zone change for parcel 303.15-1-25.2 from CI to CLI. Project subject to site plan, special use permit and freshwater wetlands permit. Pursuant to Chapter 179-15-050, Town Board referred to the Planning Board to review for SEQR and recommendation. Site plan, special use permit, and freshwater wetlands review after the Town Board completes Petition of Zone change. WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury Town Board is proposing a zoning change from Commercial Intensive to Commercial Light Industrial. The Town Board referred this proposed change to the Planning Board for an advisory recommendation pursuant to Section 179-15-020, resolution 389, 2021/dated December 6, 2021; MOTION FOR RECOMMENDATION TO THE TOWN BOARD AS FAVORABLE/UNFAVORABLE FOR ZONING CHANGE FROM COMMERCIAL INTENSIVE TO COMMERCIAL LIGHT INDUSTRIAL; The Planning Board based on limited review has not identified any significant adverse impacts that cannot be mitigated with this proposal. Introduced by who moved for its adoption. Duly adopted this 17th day of May 2022 by the following vote: FVid-= NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 28-2022 @ 28 Lansburg Lane Beth Portuese No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Ow Community Development Department Staff Notes May 17, 2022 Site Plan 28-2022 BETH PORTUESE 28 Lansburg Lane/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 4 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, floor plans, elevations, narrative, site plan, stormwater, updated plan information Parcel History: AD 7-2006, AV 17-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: May 2022/Comments: Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Resolutions 1. Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes to remove a home of 1,064 sq ft to construct a new home with an attached garage of 3,277 sq ft. Also to be constructed is a patio of 1,219 sq ft. A new floor area of 5,751 sq ft. A new septic system will be installed. Site work for grading for the project and a new driveway to Big Bay Road over parcel 316.9-1- 27.2. Lots are in separate ownership but related. Pursuant to chapter 179-4-030, 179-6-060, 1794-050, site plan for construction within 50 feet of 15% slopes shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for access from adjoining lot. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 28 Lansburg Lane on a 0.75 ac parcel for the house site and a 1.02 ac parcel for the shared driveway area. • Arrangement -The existing camp and shed are to be demolished where a new home is to be constructed with access from an adjoining parcel. • Building — The new home is 3,277 sq ft footprint, 1,219 sq f patio area, with a new floor area of 5,751 sq ft. The applicant has included 93 sq ft of additional footprint for access to the media room within home and does not extend past the proposed porch on the main floor. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The plans indicate stone trenches. The information has been provided to the Town Designated Engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan -There existing shoreline area vegetation is remaining and not to be disturbed. Below are the guidelines from the shoreline buffer code section o Shoreline Buffer - Section 179-8-040 -Minimum width 35 ft (Hudson River) -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 -185 ft of shoreline per site drawing -Shoreline buffer 185 ft X 35 ft width is 6475 sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -6475 /700 = 9.3 round up to 10-ten large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-6475/350 = 18.5 round up to 19 (X7) =133 native shrubs and 19 (X14) herbaceous plants=266 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 - 185 ft Shoreline X 30%= 55.5 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 plan -Applicant has indicated lighting to be code compliant down cast fixtures. • Utility details -The applicant has indicated there is to an onsite septic system and will connect to municipal water. • Elevations -The elevations show there is a 2-car garage for the front of the home and for the shore side a deck on the main level. • Floor plans -The plans show a five bedroom home, an outdoor patio area, media room, family room. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items, h. signage n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, s. snow removal. • 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 the project: g. site lighting, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal • 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 application proposes to access the property through an adjoining parcel. The required road frontage is 150 ft and 0 ft is proposed. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for road frontage. Meeting History: 1 sc 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 17-2022 BETH PORTUESE Tax Map ID: 316.5-1-3/ Property Address: 28 Lansburg Lane/ Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to remove a home of 1,064 sq ft to construct a new home with an attached garage of 3,277 sq ft. Also to be constructed is a patio of 1,219 sq ft. A new floor area of 5,751 sq ft. A new septic system will be installed. Site work for grading for the project and a new driveway to Big Bay Road over parcel 316.9-1-27.2. Lots are in separate ownership but related. Pursuant to chapter 179-4-030, 179-6-060, 1794-050, site plan for construction within 50 feet of 15% slopes shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for access from adjoining lot. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. 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. 17-2022 BETH PORTUESE 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. K' b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 171h day of May 2022 by the following vote: AYES: RE633 Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 26-2022 & Freshwater Wetlands 5-2022 @ 67 Brayton Lane Eric Carlson No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes May 17, 2022 Site Plan 26-2022 Eric Carlson Freshwater Wetlands 5-2022 67 Brayton Lane/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, FWW permit, site plans, floor plans, elevation, stormwater, survey Parcel History: SEP 241-2019, AV 20-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: May 2022/Comments: Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Resolutions 1. Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes to demolish an existing home and detached garage to construct a new home with a footprint of 2,381 sq ft which includes porch/deck areas and living space of detached building. The project includes 873 sq ft footprint area detached garage. New floor area to be 6,194 sq ft. The project includes stormwater management, alteration of a shared driveway and parking arrangement, as well as grading and erosion control. The house is to have 3 bedrooms. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147 chapter 94, new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline, a new structure within 50 ft of 15% slopes, work within 100 feet of wetlands, and driveway of 10% slope shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and garage height, infiltration device setback. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 67 Brayton Lane on a 1.25 acre parcel. • Arrangement- The project includes demolition of the existing home and out buildings. The existing home was about 43 ft to the shoreline where the new home is to be 50 ft from the home. • Building — The new home is to be 2,381 sq ft then the detached building is to be 1,196 sq ft. The detach building contains the garage area of 873 sq ft. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The plans indicate 6 depression areas and 2 rain gardens to be installed. The plans have been provided to the Town Engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan -The plans shows vegetation removal and a new planting plan for the shoreline area. The project site is located on Lake George and is subject to the shoreline buffer review. The applicant proposes no changes to the existing shoreline area. 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 sq ft 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 -126 ft of shoreline per RPS information -Shoreline buffer 126 ft X 35 ft width is 4410 sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -4410 /700 = 6.3 round up to 7 -seven large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover -4410 /350 = 12.6 round up to 13(X7) =91 native shrubs and 13 (X14) herbaceous plants=182 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 - 126 ft Shoreline X 30%= 37.8 ft ( if greater than 75 ft) would be reduced to maximum of 75 ft feet of the shoreline buffer cut to allow a view, access and to reduce runoff (such as angled across the lot).Noting if in excess of 30%/75 ft site plan review for cutting plan. - Cross reference 179-8-040 ground cover of shrubs and herbaceous plantings are still applicable within the 30%/75 ft cut area. • Site lighting plan -The plans note typical residential lighting to be installed - all down cast fixtures • Utility details -The plans show the septic field to be used. A septic certification letter has been provided. • Elevations -The home is to be 26 ft 3 inches and the detached building is to be 30 ft 7 inches. The detached building will have an 873 sq ft garage area and the living space that includes main floor and upper floor with no kitchen amenities. There will also be storage area over the garage where storage • Floor plans -The first floor plans indicate a master bedroom and great room in the main home, a changing room and garage area in the detached building. The second floor has two bedrooms in the main home and a storage area in the detached building. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items, h. signage, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, s. snow removal. • 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 j. stormwater, k. topography,1. landscaping, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal • 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. Freshwater Wetlands Permit The project work for the driveway area occurs within 100 ft of a wetland area. Nature of Variance The construction of the detached building with garage and living space is to be located 5 ft from the property line where a 25 ft setback is require. The detached building is to be 30 ft 7 inches where accessory buildings are limited to 16 ft in height. The stormwater device is to be 49 ft where 100 ft setback is required. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setbacks, height, stormwater device location. Meeting History: lst 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 20-2022 ERIC CARLSON Tax Map ID: 239.12-2-84/ Property Address: 67 Brayton Lane/ Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to demolish an existing home and detached garage to construct a new home with a footprint of 2,381 sq ft which includes porch/deck areas and living space of detached building. The project includes 873 sq ft footprint area detached garage. New floor area to be 6,194 sq ft. The project includes stormwater management, alteration of a shared driveway and parking arrangement, as well as grading and erosion control. The house is to have 3 bedrooms. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147 chapter 94, new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline, a new structure within 50 ft of 15% slopes, work within 100 feet of wetlands, and driveway of 10% slope shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and garage height, infiltration device setback. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. 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.20-2022 ERIC CARLSON 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. 1' b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 17'h day of May 2022 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 25-2022 @ 3 & 5 Antigua Road 3 Antigua Road, LLC. No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes May 17, 2022 Site Plan 25-2022 3 ANTIGUA ROAD, LLC. 5 Antigua Road/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, stormwater report, survey, waste water system, site plans, elevations and floor plans Parcel History: AV 59-2014, AV 22-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: May 2022/Comments: Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Resolutions 1. Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes to construct a new 2,145 sq ft home with a 180 sq ft deck footprint; total floor area is 6,483 sq ft. The new home will be 37 ft in height. The driveway area includes 8,145 sq ft of hard surfacing and 1,400 sq ft of permeable pavers. The parcel that is located in the Town of Queensbury adjoins a parcel that is in the Town of Lake George that has frontage on the lake. The project includes a new entry porch overhang to the existing home and a portion of new hard surface area for the outdoor kitchen that is located on the Town of Lake George. Pursuant to Chapter 179-9-020, 179-3-040, 179-6-065 and Chapter 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and permeability. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 5 Antigua Road of .078 acre made up of two parcels in Queensbury. • Arrangement- The project on the Queensbury parcels includes a property with a home that was a total loss due to fire. The current site contains the hard surface area of the driveway area. • Site Design- The project includes construction of a new home on the Queensbury parcels, new hard surfacing area, and improvements to the existing Lake George home with a new entry way and new updates for the outdoor kitchen area. • Building — The building is to be 2,145 sq ft footprint and 6,483 sq ft of floor area on the Queensbury parcels. The home is to be 37 ft in height. • Site conditions- The project includes improvements to the hard surface parking area that access the main house and the new guest house. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The project includes stormwater management — depression areas and permeable paver areas. The plans have been forwarded to the Town designated engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan -The plans show the existing shoreline planting and the photos also show the existing plantings. The project site shoreline area is on Lake Georg and within the Town of Lake George. • Site lighting plan -The plans indicated typical residential lighting to be installed. • Utility details -The applicant has indicates they will use the existing septic system on site and will draw water from lake. The septic system was installed in 1990 the home 2 Bedroom home. The existing septic system would support 4- bedrooms per the septic certification provided by EDP. • Elevations -The home is to be 37 ft in height. There are three levels of the home lower level, main floor, and upper floor level. The plans show there is a two car garage. • Floor plans -The plans show the lower level with a game room, the main floor has dining room area, and the upper level has the bedrooms. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items, h. signage 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. The applicant has provided information about the project g. site lighting, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans, q. soil logs, • 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 construction of the new home requires relief from height where 37 ft is proposed and 28 ft is the maximum height allowed. In addition relief is requested for building to be located 68 ft from the shoreline when 75 ft is required; rear setback proposed at 0 ft where 30 ft is required. Relief is requested for the stormwater devices located less than 100 ft from the shoreline. Permeability is being improved from 60.27 % to 67.12% where 75% is required no variance is necessary as it is an improvement. Summary The applicant plans to revise the application materials with a smaller guest home and an expanded patio with an outdoor kitchen. The applicant has been made aware the revisions may require to re -advertise the project with the new information. Staff would suggest tabling the application to a June meeting. Meeting History: lst 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 22-2022 3 ANTIGUA ROAD, LLC. Tax Map ID: 239.17-1-2, 239.17-1-1/ Property Address: 3 & 5 Antigua Road/ Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to construct a new 2,145 sq ft home with a 180 sq ft deck footprint; total floor area is 6,483 sq ft. The new home will be 37 ft in height. The driveway area includes 8,145 sq ft of hard surfacing and 1,400 sq ft of permeable pavers. The parcel that is located in the Town of Queensbury adjoins a parcel that is in the Town of Lake George that has frontage on the lake. The project includes a new entry porch overhang to the existing home and a portion of new hard surface area for the outdoor kitchen that is located on the Town of Lake George. Pursuant to Chapter 179-9-020, 179-3- 040, 179-6-065 and Chapter 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and permeability. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. 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 22-2022 3 ANTIGUA ROAD, LLC. 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. b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 171h day of May 2022 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 29-2022 @ 7, 9, & 13 Nutley Lane Reds LG, LLC. No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes May 17, 2022 Site Plan 29-2022 REDS LG, LLC. 7, 9 & 13 Nutley Lane/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type Il Material Review: application, survey, floor plans, elevations, site plans Parcel History: SEP 37-2021, AV 21-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: May 2022/Comments: Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Resolutions 1. Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes to complete alterations to two existing dwelling units on the site and complete construction of third dwelling unit on the site. Site work had started on all three buildings prior to review. Alterations include 7 Nutley Lane new building of 540 sq ft of one bedroom and kitchen, 288 sq ft open porch, 24 sq ft covered entry area; Alterations to 9 Nutley Lane 704 sq ft footprint with two bedrooms and kitchen (floor area of 1,408 sq ft, new open deck of 440 sq ft - walkout area below; interior alterations for 13 Nutley Lane existing floor area 2,134 with four bedrooms. Project includes grass depression areas, shoreline plantings, construction of a retaining wall of 72 ft in length at 1.8 ft in height. Project subject to site plan for new floor area for 7 Nutley Lane, expansion of non -conforming structure for 9 Nutley Lane, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline; Project subject to area variance for setbacks for 7 and 9 Nutley Lane, expansion of non -conforming, stormwater devices less than 100 ft from the shoreline, adding a third dwelling unit- kitchen, and permeability. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147, shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for expansion of nonconforming, adding third dwelling unit, setbacks and stormwater device setback. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Staff Comments • Location -The project is located on one parcel with 3 addresses for each building at 7, 9, 13 Nutley Lane. The parcel 0.53 acres. • Arrangement- The site has three buildings on the property with parking and access toward the east property line near Route 9L • Site Design- The applicant proposes stormwater management on shoreling plantings as part of the project. • Building - 7 Nutley Lane is considered a new building as a one story with new floor area at 540 sq ft and a 288 sq ft deck. 9 Nutley Lane already constructed 440 sq ft open deck with a704 sq ft footprint and 1,408 sq ft floor area. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The plans show a rip rap area to be installed at the shoreline. The site has areas that are 15% or greater. • Landscape plan -The plans show additional shoreline plantings to be installed and the existing plantings are to remain. 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 -78 ft of shoreline per RPS -Shoreline buffer 78 ft X 35 ft width is 2730 sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -2730 /700 = 3.9 round up to 4-four large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-2730/350 = 7.8 round up to 8 (X7) =56 native shrubs and 8 (X14) herbaceous plants=112 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 - 78 ft Shoreline X 30%= 23.4 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 plan -The applicant has indicated site lighting to be residential and down cast. • Site details -The previous survey for the site did note three buildings however not as described in the current proposal. • Utility details -The three units are on one septic system and have water drawn from the lake. • Elevations -The elevations are provided for all three buildings • Floor plans -The floor plans for all three buildings are provided. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items, h. signage, n traffic, 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. The applicant has provided information for g. site lighting, j. stormwater, k. topography,1. landscaping, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans • 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 project work existing and proposed requires relief. Setbacks for 7 Nutley Lane area 16 ft to the north property line and for 9 Nutley Lane 4 ft to the north property line where a 20 ft setback is required; on the south property line 7 Nutley Lane area 11 ft to the south property line and for 9 Nutley Lane 12 ft to the south property line where a 20 ft setback is required. Expansion of non -conforming. Stormwater device of stone rip rap at the shoreline where a 100 ft setback is required. Also 7 Nutley Lane for adding a third dwelling unit - kitchen. Permeability 70.91% is proposed where 75% is required. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setbacks, permeability, additional dwelling unit, setback of stormwater device. Meeting History: 1 St 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 21-2022 REDS LG, LLC. Tax Map ID: 239.17-1-15/ Property Address: 7, 9 & 13 Nutley Lane / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: The applicant proposes to complete alterations to two existing dwelling units on the site and complete construction of third dwelling unit on the site. Site work had started on all three buildings prior to review. Alterations include 7 Nutley Lane new building of 540 sq ft of one bedroom and kitchen, 288 sq ft open porch, 24 sq ft covered entry area; Alterations to 9 Nutley Lane 704 sq ft footprint with two bedrooms and kitchen (floor area of 1,408 sq ft, new open deck of 440 sq ft - walkout area below; interior alterations for 13 Nutley Lane existing floor area 2,134 with four bedrooms. Project includes grass depression areas, shoreline plantings, construction of a retaining wall of 72 ft in length at 1.8 ft in height. Project subject to site plan for new floor area for 7 Nutley Lane, expansion of non -conforming structure for 9 Nutley Lane, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline; Project subject to area variance for setbacks for 7 and 9 Nutley Lane, expansion of non -conforming, stormwater devices less than 100 ft from the shoreline, adding a third dwelling unit- kitchen, and permeability. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147, shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for expansion of nonconforming, adding third dwelling unit, setbacks and stormwater device setback. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals 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 21-2022 REDS LG, LLC. 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. b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 171h day of May 2022 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 68-2021 @ 708 Quaker Road Tidal Wave Auto Spa Public Hearing Scheduled Unlisted SEAR Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board OL Community Development Department Staff Notes May 17, 2022 Site Plan 68-2021 TIDAL WAVE AUTO SPA 708 Quaker Road/ qercial Intensive/ Ward 2 SEQR �"L `n `Cj C�,m Material Review: application, site plans, elevations of buildings and canopy, stormwater management narrative Parcel History: PZ 37-2015, SP 51-2015 car wash, SV 1-2017 Warren Co Referral Sent: May 2022/Comments: Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for renovating an existing car wash. Resolutions 1. SEQR 2. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes renovations to an existing 6,815 sq ft car wash building with a new fagade and color scheme. The project includes site improvements, new parking and driveway arrangement. Project includes construction of a new 9,950 sq ft vacuum open canopy. There is to be new signs, landscaping, and stormwater management. The existing self -car wash building of 3,114 sq ft is to remain. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 and 179-9-120 of the Zoning Ordinance, modifications to an approved site plan shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 708 Quaker Road and also has full access to Dix Avenue • Arrangement- The site has an existing carwash drive thru building to remain with fagade upgrades. There is also building for self wash Bays also to remain. The upgrade to the site is a new 9.950 sq ft canopy that contains the on site self serve vacuums. • Building — The site has two existing buildings one is a self -car wash building of 3,114 sq ft and the main car wash building of 6,815 to remain. The main car wash building to be upgraded with building fagade • Traffic- The site will have 27 parking spaces and meets the requirements for the facility. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant has provided an updated stormwater management plan for the site and has reviewed the existing system. The application materials were provided to the Town Designated Engineer for review • Landscape plan- A planting plan has been included with the project. The new plantings include ground cover, shrubs and trees. • Site lighting plan -The applicant proposes to maintain the existing pole lights and fixtures on the site. The plan notes any fixture that is not compliant will be converted to a compliant fixture ie downcast. There will be new lighting to be installed with the vacuum canopy. There are notes for the canopy lighting indicate it will be an average of 12 footcandles and be on a timer to coincide with business hours. • Utility details -The applicant is working with Town Water/Wastewater Department to construct a sewer connection. The Town Board adopted the Map Plan Report May 2, 2022 • Signage-The applicant has new signage that will proceed through a sign variance at a later date. Any signage is not part of the site plan review. • Elevations -The applicant has provided elevations of the proposed vacuum canopy and the existing drivethru car wash building. The self -wash Bays are to remain as is. The building fagade will be updated with stone veneer on the sides and blue metal roofing, other building colors include offwhite/brown stucco coloring, and framing to be dark gray or brown colored metal. • Floor plans -The applicant has provided the floor plans of the vacuum canopy and the drivethru car wash. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items, h. signage, • The waivers requested —Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as these items are typically associated with commercial projects. g. site lighting 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 is noted in the application but will need to be included on the plans). • 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 re -development of an existing car wash site this includes upgrading the existing building, adding a vacuum canopy, and updating stormwater management, landscaping and municipal sewer connection. Meeting History: 1"Meeting IVAM LaBeLLa Powered by partnership. May 2, 2022 Mr. Craig Brown Zoning Administrator and Code Compliance Officer Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, New York 12804 Delivered via email only: CraigB@queensbury.net Re: Tidal Wave Auto Spa Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York Chazen Project # 2220706.15 Queensbury Ref #SP68-2021 Dear Mr. Brown: LaBella has received a submission package from your office for the above referenced project. The Applicant is proposing to upgrade the existing Car Wash building with associated access and lanes, a new vacuum canopy for 26 users, a new parking area and stormwater management areas. No changes to the existing building are proposed. Submitted information includes the following: • Site Plan Application, signed and dated August 19, 2021; • Deed, recording date of March 17, 2021 • Hydrology Report, prepared by EMC Engineering services, dated June 2021 • Project Narrative, prepared by Bartlett, Pontiff, Stewart & Rhoades, PC, dated August 23, 2021; • Short Environmental assessment form; prepared TWAS, dated August 23, 2021 • Site Plans and ESC Plans, prepared by EMC, dated June 6, 2021. Your office has requested that we limit our review to the design of stormwater system as it relates to compliance with local, state, or relevant codes and regulations. Based upon our review, Chazen offers the following comments for the Town's consideration: Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control Comments: 1. According to the site plan review application, the proposed site improvements will disturb less than 1 acre (0.98 acres) and therefore this project does not require the preparation of a SWPPP in accordance with the NYSDEC SPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activity (GP-0-20- 001). Comments related to the proposed stormwater management and erosion and sediment control features proposed for the site are offered below: 2. Section 179-6-080 of the Town Code states that stormwater drainage plans shall analyze the impacts of a project using at least a 50-year return storm with regards to both runoff rate and volume for commercial projects. The Applicant has provided a 50-year storm analysis. 20 Elm Street ( Suite 110 I Glens Falls, NY 128o1 I p (518) 812-0513 rrJww.LabeLtapc.com 3. The applicant currently shows an increase in rate and volume from all storms that occur within the site. In accordance with Town code section 179-6-080C "All stormwater management plans shall be designed so that post -development run-off rates and volumes are equal to or less than pre -development run-off. Post -development direction of flow and type of discharge shall be the same as pre -development conditions." Since this is a commercial project, the rate and volume (at every design point) shall be equal to or less than the pre -development condition up to the 50-year design storm. The report shows and states that rates and volumes will increase in the post -development condition for all storms up to the 50-year storm and therefore the design does not conform to 179-6-080C. The applicant to revise accordingly. Please note that stormwater report shall include analysis for the 50-year volume as just runoff rates are tabulated. 4. The hydrology report currently models one subcatchment, however this does not appear to be the case based on the existing and proposed grading plan. It appears that runoff patterns are to the north, south, east and west. In subsequent submissions all design points shall be analyzed and included in the report. 5. The hydrology report only includes subcatchments and does not include any stormwater management practices. Since runoff rate and volume appear to increase, it appears that stormwater management practices will be necessary. Further it appears the existing site may include stormwater management practices. All stormwater management practices shall be include in the hydrologic/hydraulic model in subsequent submissions. 6. Town Code section 147-9A(1) states that all stormwater management practices are required to meet the NYS DEC stormwater design manual. The applicant to note that any proposed practices will be required to conform to this standard including Appendix D for deep soil test pits and infiltration tests in support of the design. 7. The subcatchment boundaries should not be limited to the property line but shall include all offsite and onsite tributary areas. USGS information can be used for offsite areas. 8. The Applicant shall revise the plans to depict the existing locations of any neighboring water wells and septic systems within reason (200 feet) as applicable. 9. A legally binding and enforceable maintenance agreement may be executed between the landowner and the Town ensuring that proper maintenance measures will be implemented for all proposed stormwater management practices in accordance with Section 147-10.D. of the Town Code. The Applicant to coordinate with the Town if a maintenance agreement will be required. 10. The standard and specifications for winter stabilization of the NYS SSESC requires "A temporary site specific, enhanced erosion and sediment control plan to manage runoff and sediment at the site during construction activities in the winter months to protect off -site water resources. This standard applies to all construction activities involved with ongoing land disturbance and exposure between November 15th to the following April 1st." The Applicant shall provide a separate, temporary site specific, enhanced erosion and sediment control plan, if construction activities with ongoing land disturbance and exposure is planned after November 15th. This erosion and sediment control plan shall conform to all requirements of the winter stabilization specification referenced above. Z:\2022Projects\Queensbury, Town of\2220706.15 - Tidal Wave Auto Spa\OS_Design\Civil\Muni\Rev\2220706.15-Tidal WaveAutoSpa-SP68-2021.doc Conclusion & Recommendation It is our opinion that the applicant should provide clarification for the above items and incorporate changes in subsequent plan submissions. In the event the Planning Board or Town staff have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at (518) 824-1926. Sincerely, 11ti 77�5�� Sean M. Doty, P.E., LEED AP, CPMSM Senior Civil Engineer/ Regional Leader cc: Shauna Baker, Town Planning Office Specialist (via email) Laura Moore, Town Land Use Planner (via e-mail) File Z:\2022Projects\Queensbury, Town of\2220706.15 - Tidal Wave Auto Spa\05_Design\Civil\Muni\Rev\2220706.15-Tidal WaveAutoSpa-SP68-2021.doa FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 "Honte of Natural Beauty... A Good Place to Live" PLAN REVIEW Tidal Wave 708 Quaker Road SP 68 - 2021 4/26/2022 The following comments are based on review of drawings: • FM has no site issues at this time Michael J Palmer Fire Marshal 742 Bay Road Queensbury NY 12804 firemarshal@queensbury.net Fire Marshal 's Office - Phone: 518-761-8206 - Faa: 518-745-4437 {firemarshal@gtteensbury.net - www.queensbunq.net oTown of Queensbury Community Development Office w 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEQR RESOLUTION — Grant Positive or Negative Declaration SITE PLAN 68-2021 TIDAL WAVE AUTO SPA Tax Map ID: 303.15-1-12/ Property Address: 708 Quaker Road / Zoning: CI The applicant proposes renovations to an existing 6,815 sq ft car wash building with a new fagade and color scheme. The project includes site improvements, new parking and driveway arrangement. Project includes construction of a new 9,950 sq ft vacuum open canopy. There is to be new signs, landscaping, and stormwater management. The existing self -car wash building of 3,114 sq ft is to remain. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 and 179-9-120 of the Zoning Ordinance, modifications to an approved site plan shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. 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 POSITIVE DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SITE PLAN 68-2021 TIDAL WAVE AUTO SPA. Introduced by who moved for its adoption. As per the resolution prepared by staff. 1. Part II of the Short EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. 2. Part III of the Short EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. Or Part III of the Short EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Duly adopted this 171h day of May 2022 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 68-2021 TIDAL WAVE AUTO SPA Tax Map ID: 303.15-1-12 / Property Address: 708 Quaker Road/ Zoning: Cl The applicant has submitted an application the Planning Board: Applicant proposes renovations to an existing 6,815 sq ft car wash building with a new fagade and color scheme. The project includes site improvements, new parking and driveway arrangement. Project includes construction of a new 9,950 sq ft vacuum open canopy. There is to be new signs, landscaping, and stormwater management. The existing self - car wash building of 3,114 sq ft is to remain. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 and 179-9-120 of the Zoning Ordinance, modifications to an approved site plan 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 5/26/2022 and continued the public hearing to 5/26/2022, 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 5/26/2022; 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 68-2021 TIDAL WAVE AUTO SPA; 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. Page 1 of 2 Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 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 17'h day of May 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 53.8.761..82201 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net