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Staff notes for 6/23/2022STAFF NOTES JUNE 23, 2022 Queensbury Planning Board Agenda Second Regular Meeting: Thursday, June 23, 2022 / Time 7 — 11 pm �J Queensbury Activities Center @ 742 Bay Road Tabled Items Applicant(s) 3 ANTIGUA ROAD, LLC, Application Type Site Plan 25-2022 Owner (s) Same as applicant SEQR Type_ Type II Agent(s) EDP Lot size .74 acres and .04 acres Location 3 & 5 Antigua Road Ward: i Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. 239.17-1-2 Ordinance Reference 179-9-020, 179-6-065, 179-3-040, Chapter 147 Cross Reference AV 59-2014, AV 22-2022 Warren Co. Referral May 2022 Public Hearing June 23, 2022 Site Information APA, LGPC, CEA Project Description: (Revised) Applicant proposes to construct a new 1,225 sq ft home with an 845 sq ft covered patio; total floor area is 3,979 sq ft. The new home will be greater than 28 ft in height. The driveway area includes 7,483 sq ft of hard surfacing and 1,170 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 new area for the outdoor kitchen that is located in both the Town of Lake George and Queensbury. Pursuant to Chapter 179-9-020,179-6-065, 179-3- 040 and Old Business: 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA shall be sul: Board review and Applicant(s) JOE SHEEHAN Application Type Site Plan 40-2022 _ I Owner (s) Same as applicant SEQR Type Type II Agents) EDP Lot size .22 acres Location 80 Rockhurst Road Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. I 227.13-2-42 Ordinance Reference I 179-3-040, 147, 179-5-020, 179-6-065, 179- 13-010 Cross Reference AV 27-2022 Warren Co. Referral June 2022 j Public Hearing June 23, 2022 Site Information CEA, LGPC, APA j Project Description: Applicant proposes a 618 sq ft garage addition to an existing home and a 500 sq ft deck to replace an existing deck. A portion of the new deck will be covered. Updates to the covered entryway are also proposed. The project includes stormwater management, shoreline plantings, retaining wall and steps to be reconstructed. The new footprint of the home will be 2,500 sq ft and a floor area of 3,728 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3- 040, 147, 179-5-020, 179-6-065, 179-13-010, site plan for new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline, and expansion of nonconforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Applicant(s) _ALICE AND JACK LYNCH ( Application Type Site Plan 36-2022 Owner (s) Same as applicant SEQR Type Tie II Agent(s) Redbud Development Lot size I 0.69 acres ------------ Location 14 Highview Road Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. 239.15-1-15 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-6-050, 179-5-020, 147 Cross Reference AV 45-1996, SP 42-1996 (addition to back & deck) Warren Co. Referral June 2022 Public Hearing June 23, 2022 1 Site Information CEA, LGPC, APA Project Description: Applicant proposes to construct a new open deck addition of 563 sq ft, install a 123 sq ft pool, and construct a 166 sq ft covered porch. The project includes installation of stormwater control measures, site landscaping, and shoreline plantings. There is an existing 169 sq ft shed j that requires review for after -the -fact work. The existing house has a 2,775 sq ft footprint and an existing floor area of 4,773 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-6-050, 179-5-020, 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Applicant(s) { MEGHAN ORBAN { Application Type Site Plan 39-2022 Owner (s) { Me an & Stephen Orban { SEQR Type Tyke II 11 —Agent(s)-----] Stefanie Bitter { Lot size .5 acres, .66 acres Location { 21 & 25 Duncan Cove Road Ward: 1 { Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. { 226.16-1-7, 226.16-1-9 (secondary access road) { Ordinance Reference { 179-3-040, 147, 179-6-050, 179-6-065 Cross Reference { AV 82-1992, AV 29-2022 { Warren Co. Referral { June 2022 Public Hearing June 23, 2022 { Site Information { CEA, LG PC, APA Project Description: Applicant proposes demolition of an existing home and out buildings to construct a new 2,548 sq ft home and porch area of 463 sq ft with a floor area of 4,584 sq ft. The permeable patio facing the lake will also include a hot tub, which is classified as a pool per Town Code. Project includes site work for stormwater management, shoreline and site planting plan, development for permeable patio, driveway area. Project includes a new onsite septic system and water supply drawn from the lake. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 147, 179-6-050, 179-6-065, site work for new floor area in a CEA and hard surface within 50 ft of the shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Old Business: Unapproved Development: Applicant(s) { _MORGAN GAZETOS/GREG FRANCIS_ Application Type { Site Plan 35-2022 Owner (s) ( Gregory R Francis Trustee { SEQR Type__ Type II _ _i Agent(s) { Morgan Gazetos Lot size .92 acres i Location { 2930 State Route Ward: 1 { Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. { 239.20-1-19 B r Ordinance Reference { 179-3-040, 179-13-010 G Cross Reference { SP 72-2014, AV 85-2014, AV 25-2022 { Warren Co. Referral { June 2022 Public Hearing June 23, 2022 { Site Information { CEA, APA, LGPC { Project Description: Applicant requests approval for construction of a deck addition not constructed per approval. Additionally, the applicant has completed additional work without approval including deck area near shoreline, shoreline pathway decking, and a reconstructed shed/changing accessory structure near the shore. The existing house footprint of 1,285 sq ft to remain the same. The decking areas of 2,270 sq ft to be reduced to ; 1,930 sq ft; original approval was for 1,408 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-13-010, site plan for hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline and expansion of a non -conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Recommendation: _Applicant(s) { ROBERT & JEAN TARRANT { Application Type { Site Plan 41-2022 { Owner (s) { Robert and Jean Tarrant { SEQR Type { Type II Agent(s) { Hutchins Engineering { Lot size { 0.24 acres { Location { 308 Cleverdale Road ( Ward: 2 Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. { 226.12-1-82 { Ordinance Reference { 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147 Cross Reference AV 28-2022 Warren Co. Referral June 2022 j Public Hearing n/a for recommendation { Site Information APA, LPGC, CEA f Project Description: Applicant proposes to demolish an existing home and to construct a new home with a footprint of 1,005 sq ft including the porch/deck areas. The new floor area is to be 2,266 sq ft. The project includes a new septic system, site work for stormwater and landscaping. The existing garage of 365 sq ft and 220 sq ft shed are to remain. Site Plan for new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shore. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147, shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board j shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Applicants) { _DANIEL ZOTTO { ��lication Type ( Site Plan 42-2022 Owner (s) { Daniel Zotto & Carrie Hedderman { SEQR Type { Type II Agent(s) { n/a { Lot size .28 acres _j Location { 306 Glen Lake Road { Ward: I { Zoning Classification: WR Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-4-080, 179-13-010 Tax ID No. { 289.9-1-86 { i Cross Reference AV 30-2022 ( Warren Co. Referral { n/a Public Hearing I n/a for recommendation _J Site Information CEA 1 Project Description: Applicant proposes a 400 sq ft deck to be added to an existing home. The footprint is 798 sq ft and the total floor area is 1,326 sq ft. The deck is to be located facing the shoreline area. There are no other proposed changes. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-4-080, 179-13-010, site plan for new hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline and expansion of a non -conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and annrnval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. New Business: Applicant(s) ACPOWER 31, LLC. I Application Type Site Plan 37-2022, Special Use Permit 2-2022, Freshwater Wetlands 8-2022 f Owner (s) Ciba Specialty Chemicals Corp. SEQR Type Type II Agent(s) Tetra Tech Lot size 62.72 acres j Location 89 Lower Warren Street Ward: 2 Zoning Classification: HI Tax ID No. 303.20-2-50, 303.20-2-48.1 (access road) Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-10-040, 179-5-140, Chapter 94 Cross Reference I Warren Co. Referral June 2022 Public Hearing June 23, 2022 Site Information Project Description: Applicant proposes to utilize 44.1 acres between lower Warren and the Hudson River of a 62.72 acre parcel for a new solar farm of 5MW AC with fixed panels. The project proposes disturbance less than 25 acres. The number of panels would be 11,804 to be installed over 9 acres of property. The project includes preparation of the property for installation of the panels, access drive areas on the site and access through an adjoining parcel to the east. Stormwater management, landscaping and fencing to be included as well. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-10-040, 179-5-140, 94, j site plan, special use permit and freshwater wetlands permit shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Applicant(s) PAR 27, LLC. I Application Type Site Plan 34-2022 Petition for Zone Change 1-2022 Owner (s) Par 27 LLC, Lisa & Whitney Russell SEQR TypType I f Agent(s) Hutchins Engineering Lot size 10.56 acres, 2.44 acres Location 170 Sunnyside Rd, 0 Sunnyside Rd Ward: I ( Zoning Classification: MDR Tax ID No. 290.5-1-50.1, 290.6-1-11 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-15-040 Cross Reference ( Warren Co. Referral June 2022 Public Hearing June 23, 2022 Site Information Project Description: Applicant proposes a change of zone for a 10.56 acre parcel at 170 Sunnyside Road and a 2.44 acre parcel at 0 Sunnyside Road (Vacant) from MDR to RR3A. The project includes construction of an addition of 1,613 sq ft to the existing 2,300 sq ft building. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-15-040, site plan review, petition of zone change, Town Board referral, SEQR for petition of zone change and building expansion, and Planning Board recommendation to Town Board. Site plan shall be subiect to Planning Board review and approval. - Any further business which may be properly brought before the Board - Site Plan 25-2022 @ 3 & 5 Antigua Road 3 Antigua Road, LLC. Public Hearing Scheduled Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board 0�_w Community Development Department Staff Notes June 23, 2022 Site Plan 25-2022 3 ANTIGUA ROAD, LLC. 3 & 5 Antigua Road/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, site drawings, elevations, floor plans, stormwater details Parcel History: AV 59-2014, AV 22-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: May 2022/Comments: NCI Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for construction of a new home, outdoor kitchen section, patio area, and driveway areas. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description (Revised) Applicant proposes to construct a new 1,225 sq ft home with an 845 sq ft covered patio; total floor area is 3,979 sq ft. The new home will be greater than 28 ft in height. The driveway area includes 7,483 sq ft of hard surfacing and 1,170 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 new area for the outdoor kitchen that is located in both the Town of Lake George and Queensbury. Pursuant to Chapter 179-9-020, 179-6-065, 179-3-040 and Chapter 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 5 Antigua Road of 0.74 acre parcel. • 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 1,225 sq ft footprint and 3,979 sq ft of floor area on the Queensbury parcels. The home is to be 29 ft 5 inches in height. The covered outdoor cooking area portion in Queensbury is 875 sq ft and includes portion of the support/retaining wall areas on the north and west side of the covered cooking area. • 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 for the shoreline of Lake George in 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 29 ft 5 inches 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. Note one of the kitchens will need to be removed — applicant has confirmed the lower kitchen to be removed. • 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 Granted 6/23/2022. The construction of the new home requires relief from height where 29 ft 5 inches is proposed and 28 ft is the maximum height allowed; relief of 1 ft 5 inches. Relief for rear setback is proposed to be 0 ft setback where 30 ft is required. Relief is requested for the stormwater devices located less than 100 ft from the shoreline where 76 ft is proposed. Permeability is being improved from 58.12 % to 68.55% where 75% is required no variance is necessary as it is an improvement. Summary Applicant has completed a site plan application for the construction of a new home with associated site work. Meeting History: PB: 5/17/2022, 5/26/2022, 6/21/2022; ZBA: 5/18/2022, 6/22/2022 Town of Queensbury Community Development Office — 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Fe Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — Grant / Deny Site Plan Approval SITE PLAN 25-2022 3 ANTIGUA ROAD, LLC. Tax Map ID: 239.17-1-2 / Property Address: 3 & 5 Antigua Road / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application the Planning Board: (Revised) Applicant proposes to construct a new 1,225 sq ft home with an 845 sq ft covered patio; total floor area is 3,979 sq ft. The new home will be greater than 28 ft in height. The driveway area includes 7,483 sq ft of hard surfacing and 1,170 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 new area for the outdoor kitchen that is located in both the Town of Lake George and Queensbury. Pursuant to Chapter 179-9-020, 179-6-065, 179- 3-040 and Chapter 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA 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 made a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals on 6/21/2022; the ZBA approved the variance on 6/22/2022; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 6/23/2022 and continued the public hearing to 6/23/2022, 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 6/23/2022; 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 25-2022 3 ANTIGUA ROAD, LLC; 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 23rd day of June 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.761.82201 Fax: 53.8.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 40-2022 @ 80 Rockhurst Road Joe Sheehan Public Hearing Scheduled SEAR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes June 23, 2022 Site Plan 40-2022 JOE SHEEHAN 80 Rockhurst Road/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, site plans, floor plans and elevations Parcel History: AV 27-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: June 2022 / Comments: Concur w/local board. Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for a garage addition and deck replacement. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes a 618 sq ft garage addition to an existing home and a 500 sq ft deck to replace an existing deck. A portion of the new deck will be covered. Updates to the covered entryway are also proposed. The project includes stormwater management, shoreline plantings, retaining wall and steps to be reconstructed. The new footprint of the home will be 2,500 sq ft and a floor area of 3,728 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 147, 179-5-020, 179-6-065, 179-13-010, site plan for new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline, and expansion of nonconforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 80 Rockhurst Road on a 0.21 ac parcel. • Arrangement- The site has an existing home with an attached deck. • Building — The home has a footprint of 982 sq ft with a 450 sq ft deck area. The addition to the home of 618 sq ft is for an attached garage and to replace the deck with a 500 sq ft deck. The upgrades are to allow for access to the home and site for the owner accessibility. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The stormwater narrative indicates there shallow vegetate depressions and areas of permeable block pavers. The information has been provided to the Town Designated Engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan- The project site is located on Lake George and is subject to the shoreline buffer review. The applicant has provided information on the existing and proposed planting plan for both the house area and the shoreline area. The applicant has indicated there 8 existing trees and the buffer requires 6 so no additional trees are being planted. In regards to the ground cover the plans indicate the shrubs and herbaceous plants will be code compliant. 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 -107 ft of shoreline per survey -Shoreline buffer 107 ft X 35 ft width is 3745sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -3745 /700 = 5.4 round up to 6 -six large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-3745/350 =10.7 round up to 11 (X7) =77 native shrubs and 11 (X14) herbaceous plants=154 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 - 107 ft Shoreline X 30%= 32.1 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 plans indicate typical residential light with a floodlight for the driveway and a post light for the walkway areas. The board to remind the applicant fixtures are required to be cutoff fixtures as the terminology use for flood light may be considered not -compliant. • Site details -The project includes work in the shoreline with reconstructing a retaining wall with steps. • Utility details -The new home will have a water supply drawn from the lake and an on site septic system installed. The septic system was approved under variance with a five foot setback from the south property line. • Elevations -The elevation view shows all four sides of the building for existing and proposed. • Floor plans -The floor plans show two levels. On the second level is the kitchen, living area, and a bedroom. The first floor plan shows bedroom areas and a great room. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items, h. signage, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, 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: g. site lighting j. stormwater, k. topography;1. landscaping, 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 Granted 06/22/2022. The deck addition is to be located 28ft 11 inches from the shoreline where 50 ft is required. The deck addition is to be 8 ft 5 inches where 20 ft is required for the south side. The garage addition is to be 10 ft 3 inches from the north side where 20 ft is required. The garage is 12 ft 3 inches to the front yard where a 30 ft setback is required. Relief is requested for permeability where 67.75% is proposed and 75% is required. The floor area ratio relief where 40.41 % is proposed, existing is 33% and 22% is the maximum allowed. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application for the garage addition, deck addition and site work for the shoreline area and the addition areas of the site. The project includes a new septic system that will have the ability to connect to a sewer system and to install stormwater management on the site. Meeting History: PB: 6/21/2022; ZBA: 6/22/2022 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 40-2022 JOE SHEEHAN Tax Map ID: 227.13-2-42 / Property Address: 80 Rockhurst Road / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application the Planning Board: Applicant proposes a 618 sq ft garage addition to an existing home and a 500 sq ft deck to replace an existing deck. A portion of the new deck will be covered. Updates to the covered entryway are also proposed. The project includes stormwater management, shoreline plantings, retaining wall and steps to be reconstructed. The new footprint of the home will be 2,500 sq ft and a floor area of 3,728 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 147, 179-5-020, 179-6-065, 179-13-010, site plan for new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline, and expansion of nonconforming structure 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 made a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals on 6/21/2022; the ZBA approved the variance on 6/21 /2022; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 6/23/2022 and continued the public hearing to 6/23/2022, 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 6/23/2022; 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 40-2022 JOE SHEEHAN; 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: 518.763..82201 Fax: S18.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 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 23rd day of June 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 53.8.761.82201 Fax: 53.8.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 36-2022 @ 14 Highview Road Alice & Jack Lynch Public Hearing Scheduled SEQR 11 Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes June 23, 2022 Site Plan 36-2022 ALICE & JACK LYNCH 14 Highview Road/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, site plans, planting plan, elevations, rendition Parcel History: AV 45-1996, SP 42-1996 Warren Co Referral Sent: June 2022 / Comments: NCI. Informal Staff Comments: Encouraged discussion with applicant for use of erosion control measures and onsite water management. Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for deck construction, pool installation, and construction of a covered porch. Resolutions 1. PB decision Proiect Description Applicant proposes to construct a new open deck addition of 563 sq ft footprint, install a 123 sq ft pool, and construct a 166 sq ft covered porch. The project includes installation of stormwater control measures, site landscaping, and shoreline plantings. There is an existing 169 sq ft footprint shed that requires review for after - the -fact work. The existing house has a 2,775 sq ft footprint and an existing floor area of 4,773 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-6-050, 179-5-020, 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project tis located at 14 Highview Road on a 0.83 ac parcel • Arrangement- The site has an existing home and proposed new decking with a spa as well as request relief for the shed. The project includes site work for retaining walls, stormwater management and shoreline buffer plantings. • Building — The existing home of 2,775 sq ft footprint is to remain the deck addition is 563 sq ft the covered porch addition is to be 166 sq ft. The existing shed is 169 sq ft and is to remain in the current location. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant proposes a stormwater retention area at the bottom of the terraced area at the home. • Landscape plan- The project site is located on Lake George and is subject to the shoreline buffer review. The applicant has explained the shoreline area is already heavily vegetated and addition plantings are proposed to minimize the view of the shed and patio area from the Lakeside. 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 -116 ft of shoreline per survey -Shoreline buffer 116 ft X 35 ft width is 4,060 sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -4060 /700 = 5.8 round up to 6 -six large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-4060/350 =11.6 round up to 12 (X7) =84 native shrubs and 12 (X14) herbaceous plants=168 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 - 116 ft Shoreline X 30%= 34.8 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 considered this not applicable however the board should have the applicant confirm any residential lighting is code compliant with cut-off fixtures. • Site details -The plans indicate there us an existing stone step walkway from the house to the dock. There is a deck extension proposed where the pine is to be removed and the walk extended to access the deck. The plans also show an area at the shed of a patio area with a fire pit. There is a portion of the shed and shed patio and the walk are all considered hard -surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline. • Utility details -no changes to the on site septic system and water supply. The applicant has provided a septic certification indicating the existing septic system meets the code requirements. • Elevations -The applicant has provided a rendition of the work to be done for the covered patio, the decking with the spa and landscaping terrace/retaining walls at the shoreline side of the home. The applicant has included a photo of the shed that is 13 ft in height. • Floor plans -The applicant has provided the rendition and floor plan area of the covered patio, the decking with spa. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. • The waivers requested -Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver for these items as they are typically for commercial projects and the work is primarily for an outdoor deck on a residential home.. The following items have been provided by the applicant: j. stormwater, k. topography,1. landscaping 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 Granted 06/22/2022. The applicant proposes a 123 sq ft spa and under Town Code meets the definition of a pool where relief is requested for locating a pool in the front yard. The shed is located 23 ft to the shoreline where a 75 ft setback is required. The applicant has identified a retaining wall on the eastside that is located 6 inches to an easement area - this is not subject to a variance with Queensbury. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application for the deck addition with a pool, shoreline and site plantings and review of the existing shed with patio area where the project also includes installation of stormwater management for the site. Meeting History: PB: 6/21/2022; ZBA: 6/22/2022 G.o 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 36-2022 ALICE & JACK LYNCH Tax Map ID: 239.15-1-15 / Property Address: 14 Highview Road / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application the Planning Board: Applicant proposes to construct a new open deck addition of 563 sq ft, install a 123 sq ft pool, and construct a 166 sq ft covered porch. The project includes installation of stormwater control measures, site landscaping, and shoreline plantings. There is an existing 169 sq ft shed that requires review for after -the -fact work. The existing house has a 2,775 sq ft footprint and an existing floor area of 4,773 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-6-050, 179- 5-020, 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline 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 made a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals on 6/21/2022; the ZBA approved the variance on 6/22/2022; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 6/23/2022 and continued the public hearing to 6/23/2022, 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 6/23/2022; 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 36-2022 ALICE & JACK LYNCH; 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: 518.761.82201 Fax: 518.745.4437 (742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 3.2804 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 23rd day of June 2022 by the following vote: AYES: 12[01M Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.763..82201 Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 39-2022 @ 21 & 25 Duncan Cove Road Meghan Orban Public Hearing Scheduled SEAR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Ow Community Development Department Staff Notes June 23, 2022 Site Plan 39-2022 MEGHAN ORBAN 21 & 25 Duncan Cove Road/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, narrative, site plan, stormwater details, survey, floor plans and elevations Parcel History: AV 82-1992, AV 29-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: June 2022 / Comments: Concur w/local board. Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for demolition of existing home and out buildings in order to construct a new house and porch. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes demolition of an existing home and out buildings to construct a new 2,539 sq ft home and porch area of 447 sq ft footprints with a new floor area of 4,584 sq ft. The permeable patio facing the lake will also include a hot tub, which is classified as a pool per Town Code. Project includes site work for stormwater management, shoreline and site planting plan, development for permeable patio, driveway area. Project includes a new onsite septic system and water supply drawn from the lake. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040,147, 179-6- 050, 179-6-065, site work for new floor area in a CEA and hard surface within 50 ft of the shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The new home construction is located at 21-25 Duncan Cove and the access drive is located on 233 Cleverdale Road. The lot at 21-25 is 0.48 ac and the lot at 233 Cleverdale is 0.65 ac. • Arrangement- The buildings on each lot are to be demolished • Site Design- The project includes altering the grade for plantings and stormwater management on the shoreline parcel. • Building — The new home is to be 2,539 sq ft with a porch are of 447 sq ft footprints. The new floor area is to be 4,584 sq ft. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The stormwater narrative indicates there shallow vegetate depressions and areas of permeable block pavers. The information has been provided to the Town Designated Engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan- The project site is located on Lake George and is subject to the shoreline buffer review. The applicant has provided information on the existing and proposed planting plan for both the house area and the shoreline area. The applicant has indicated there 8 existing trees and the buffer requires 6 so no additional trees are being planted. In regards to the ground -cover the plans indicate the shrubs and herbaceous plants will be code compliant. 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 -102 ft of shoreline per survey -Shoreline buffer 102 ft X 35 ft width is 3570sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -3570 /700 = 5.1 round up to 6 -six large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-3570/350 = 10.2 round up to 11 (X7) =77 native shrubs and 11 (X14) herbaceous plants=154 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 - 102 ft Shoreline X 30%= 30.6 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 plans indicate typical residential light with a floodlight for the driveway and a post light for the walkway areas. The board to remind the applicant fixtures are required to be cutoff fixtures as the terminology use for flood light may be considered not -compliant. • Site details -The project includes installing an access drive through a parcel from Duncan to Cleverdale to be used by the owner. • Utility details -The new home will have a water supply drawn from the lake and an on site septic system installed. • Elevations -The elevation view show all four sides of the building. The rendition also shows some of the patio areas. • Floor plans -The floor plans show two levels. On the first level is the kitchen, living area, game room and garage - note the game room area and the garage on the same level where sheet A-1 pulls these areas out separately. The second floor plan shows the bedroom areas. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items, h. signage, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, 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:g. site lighting j. stormwater, k. topography,1. landscaping, 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 Granted 6/22/2022. The project involves placement of a stormwater device at 42 ft from the shoreline where 100 ft is required. in addition the applicant proposes a spa/pool area on the sher-eli-ne side of the prepel:(�, that is E - iderea „^^' in ^ front )Txd requiring a variane�The pool was removed from the application. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application for the demolition of an existing home and to construct a new home with associated site work and to develop an access road on an adjoin lot from Duncan to Cleverdale. Meeting History: PB: 6/21/2022; ZBA: 6/22/2022 Gws Toum of Queensbury 13 Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — Grant / Deny Site Plan Approval SITE PLAN 39-2022 MEGHAN ORBAN Tax Map ID: 226.16-1-7, 226.16-1-9 / Property Address: 21 & 25 Duncan Cove Road / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application the Planning Board: Applicant proposes demolition of an existing home and out buildings to construct a new 2,548 sq ft home and porch area of 463 sq ft with a floor area of 4,584 sq ft. The permeable patio facing the lake will also include a hot tub, which is classified as a pool per Town Code. Project includes site work for stormwater management, shoreline and site planting plan, development for permeable patio, driveway area. Project includes a new onsite septic system and water supply drawn from the lake. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 147, 179-6-050, 179-6-065, site work for new floor area in a CEA and hard surface within 50 ft of the shoreline 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 made a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals on 6/21/2022; the ZBA approved the variance on 6/22/2022; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 6/23/2022 and continued the public hearing to 6/23/2022, 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 6/23/2022; 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 39-2022 MEGHAN ORBAN; 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. Pagel of 2 Phone: 53.8.761.82201 Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 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 23rd day of June 2022 by the following vote: AYES: M►to] _M Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.763..82201 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 35-2022 @ 2930 State Route 9L Morgan Gazetos/Greg Francis Public Hearing Scheduled SEQR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes June 23, 2022 Site Plan 35-2022 MORGAN GAZETOS/GREG FRANCIS 2930 State Route 9L/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, survey, deck drawings, pictures Parcel History: SP 72-2014, AV 85-2014, AV 25-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: June 2022 / Comments: Concur w/local board. Requested Action Application previously tabled to the first meeting in August for August 16, 2022 with information due by July 15, 2022. The Planning Board to leave public hearing open rearm tabling. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description Applicant requests approval for construction of a deck addition not constructed per approval. Additionally, the applicant has completed additional work without approval including deck area near shoreline, shoreline pathway decking, and a reconstructed shed/changing accessory structure near the shore. The existing house footprint of 1,306 sq ft to remain the same. The decking areas of 1,508 sq ft to be reduced to 1,262 sq ft; original approval was for 976 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-13-010, site plan for hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline and expansion of a non -conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 2930 State Route 9L on a 0.93 acre parcel • Arrangement- The existing home is 1,285 sq ft footprint with a deck area of 1,508 sq ft. The applicant is attempting to correct errors made during the 2014 proposed deck addition to now. • Site Design- The applicant has proposed to remove 310 sq of deck area which primary is the walking path (198 sq ft) deck to the adjoining boathouse, then deck on the boathouse to be removed (64 sq ft), and the shoreline deck at the dock reduced (48 sq ft). • Building — The house will remain the same as no work has been proposed on the house. The existing shed at the shoreline has been converted to a changing room for the applicant's elderly parents so to minimize the walking to and from the house. The shed is now located closer to the deck area. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant proposes no changes to the existing conditions on the site in regards to grading, drainage. The applicant will install erosion control as necessary when removing the deck path area. • Landscape plan- The project site is located on Lake George and is subject to the shoreline buffer review. The applicant had previously indicated there would be no future shoreline disturbance as the site had existing vegetation at the shoreline that was 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 -195 ft of shoreline per survey -Shoreline buffer 195 ft X 35 ft width is 6825 sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -6825 /700 = 9.75 round up to 10 ten large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-6825/350 = 19.5 round up to 20 (X7) =140 native shrubs and 20 (X14) herbaceous plants=280 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 - 195 ft Shoreline X 30%= 58.5 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 -There is no lighting proposed or changes to the lighting on the site. • Site details -The applicant has indicate some of the additional decking was to assist with elderly parents and since the dock is complete some of the decking can be removed. • Utility details -There are no changes to the septic or water source for this site. • Elevations -The applicant has provided photo narrative of before 2014 of deck area and shed. In addition there are photos for the deck area and the shed after 2014. This shows the shed and shoreline decking were altered after the original approvals. • Floor plans- o Upper Deck and Lower Deck - the deck plans for the as -built survey shows the existing conditions as of 2022 of 901 sq ft. The 2014 approval the upper and lower indicates 688 sq ft was approved. o Shoreline Deck -The shoreline wood deck area on the as built survey indicates the size is 409 sq ft where the 2014 shoreline deck was to be 288 sq ft • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. • The waivers requested -Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as these items are typically associated with commercial projects. • Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted. Nature of Variance 1. Upper Deck — The as -built for the upper deck addition indicates is 24 ft from the shoreline where the 2014 approval was for 24.4 ft from the shoreline. Relief needed 25.6 ft for shoreline. Relief is also required for the side setback where 14.3 ft furthest extent, is proposed and 25 ft is required. The deck addition at the house 11.2 ft to the side setback where 25 ft is required. 2. Lower Deck -The as -built survey shows the Deck addition to the house the closest point is 22 ft where the 2014 approval was for this portion of the deck to be 22 ft (built as approved) 3. Shoreline Deck — The as built indicates 0 ft from the shoreline for the landing connection to the dock and 6 ft from the shoreline dock to the shoreline. The 2014 approval was for the shoreline deck to be 12 ft from the shoreline. Relief needed for the landing of 50 ft and the shoreline dock of 46 ft 4. Shoreline Shed — As built indicates the shed of 46 sq ft is 2 ft from the property line. The 2014 approval indicates an unlabeled square near the shoreline. Relief need for 48 ft. 5. Wooden walkway path from shoreline deck to covered boathouse; length 198 ft and 5 ft to the shoreline where 50 ft is required. Relief need of 45 ft. Note the 2014 approval does not identify a wooden walkway. Not subject to variance but additional hard surfacing review under site plan —permeability is greater than 75% even with the deck additions - 6. Upper and lower deck size 213 sq ft of additional decking — approved was 688 sq ft existing is 901 sq ft 7. Shoreline deck size 121 sq ft of additional decking- approved was 288 sq ft and existing is 409 sq 8. The decking is 334 sq ft in excess of what is approved- specific to the deck elements at the house and shoreline. 9. Total existing for decking and includes boathouse deck areas and wooden walk existing 2270 sf and proposed 1960 sf. The applicant has proposed to removed 310 sq ft of deck area; this includes 64 sq ft of boathouse rear deck, 48 sq ft of the shoreline deck at the dock, and 198 sq ft of the wooden path. (noting the boathouse decking and the woodenwalking path were not in the 2014 calcs) Summary Reaffirm Tabling and leave public hearing open. Meeting History: PB: 6/21/2022; ZBA: 6/22/2022 CZ%]Q Town of Queensbury Community Development Office —�� 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — REAFFIRM TABLING OF SITE PLAN 35-2022 MORGAN GAZETOS/ GREG FRANCIS Tax Map ID: 239.20-1-19 / Property Address: 2930 State Route 9L / Zoning: WR Applicant proposes Applicant requests approval for construction of a deck addition not constructed per approval. Additionally, the applicant has completed additional work without approval including deck area near shoreline, shoreline pathway decking, and a reconstructed shed/changing accessory structure near the shore. The existing house footprint of 1,285 sq. ft. to remain the same. The decking areas of 2,270 sq. ft. to be reduced to 1,930 sq. ft.; original approval was for 1,408 sq. ft.. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-13- 010, site plan for hard surfacing within 50 ft. of the shoreline and expansion of a non -conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board shall make a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. At the June 21, 2022 meeting, the Planning Board voted to table Site Plan 35-2022 until the first August 2022 Planning Board meeting with the condition that the additional information requested be provided prior to the July deadline of the 15"' of the month, MOTION TO REAFFIRM TABLING OF SITE PLAN 35-2022 MORGAN GAZETOS/GREG FRANCIS. Introduced by who moved for its adoption, seconded by Tabled until the August 16, 2022 Planning Board meeting with information due by July 15, 2022. Duly adopted this 23`d day of June 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 41-2022 @ 308 Cleverdale Road Robert &Jean Tarrant No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes - June 23, 2022 Site Plan 41-2022 ROBERT & JEAN TARRANT 308 Cleverdale Road/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 2 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, narrative, site plans, elevations, floor plans Parcel History: AV 28-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: June 2022 / Comments: Concur w/local board. Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Resolutions 1. Recommendation Proiect Description Applicant proposes to demolish an existing home and to construct a new home with a footprint of 1,005 sq ft including the porch/deck areas. The new floor area is to be 2,266 sq ft. The project includes a new septic system, site work for stormwater and landscaping. The existing garage of 365 sq ft and 220 sq ft shed are to remain. Site Plan for new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shore. Pursuant to Chapter 179- 3-040, 179-6-065, 147, shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments • Location -The project is at 308 Cleverdale Road on a 0.24 ac parcel. • Site Design- The project is for demolish of the existing home and alteration to the site for stonnwater, plantings, and septic system to construct a new home. • Building — The home is be 640 sq ft with 365 sq ft of porch/deck area. The existing garage of 365 sq ft shed of 220 sq ft would remain. The new floor area is 2,266 sq ft. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control- The project is a minor stormwater project disturbing less than 15,000 sq ft. The plans indicate shallow vegetated detention areas near the shoreline. The information has been provided to the Town Designated Engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan- The project site is located on Lake George and is subject to the shoreline buffer review. The applicant has provided information for planting areas at the shoreline include a 240 sq ft area and a 140 sq ft 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 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 -61 ft of shoreline per survey -Shoreline buffer 61 ft X 35 ft width is 2135 sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -2135 /700 = 3.1 round up to 4 —four large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-2135/350 = 6.1 round up to 7 (X7) =49 native shrubs and 7 (X14) herbaceous plants=98 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 — 61 ft Shoreline X 30%= 18.3 feet of the shoreline buffer cut to allow a view, access and to reduce runoff (such as angled across the lot). — Cross reference 179-8-040 ground cover of shrubs and herbaceous plantings are still applicable within the 30%l75 ft cut area. • Site lighting plan -Lighting was not identified on the elevations. The applicant is reminded lighting fixtures are to be down cast. • Site details -The project work includes site grading with the installation stone steps and permeable paver walkway from the house to the dock access area. • Utility details -The project includes lake water supply and a new septic system approved by variance • Elevations -The elevations also included height assessment indicating the new home to be 27.8 ft. The elevations also show the view of the home from the exterior. • Floor plans -The floor plans show the crawl space area and the first and second floor. The first floor has one bedroom, great room, kitchen and screened porch. The second floor includes the two bedrooms. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, , 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: j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, 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 porch stairs are to be 37.5 ft from the shoreline where a 50 ft setback is required. The house is to be 16.3 ft from the north side and the garage is to be 1.0 ft where a 20 ft setback is required. The house is to be 15.8 ft from the south side and the existing shed is to be 1.5 ft where a 20 ft setback is required. The garage is to be 6.5 ft from the front setback where a 30 ft setback is required. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setbacks. Meeting History: I" Meeting 7..w Y.a LaBeRa tau t Powered by partnership. June 7, 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: Robert and Jean Tarrant Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York LaBella Project # 2220706.30 Queensbury Ref #SP41-2022 Dear Mr. Brown: LaBella Associates has received a submission package from your office for the above referenced project. The Applicant is proposing to tear down an existing house and build a smaller home that is more conforming in its location upon the parcel. The applicant is also proposing to construct a new enhanced on -site wastewater treatment system, as well as stormwater management and shoreline buffering. Information submitted to our office for review includes the following: • APA letter, dated April 20, 2022; • Architectural drawings, prepared by Curt Dybas, dated September 14, 2021; • Cover Letter, prepared by Hutchins Engineering PLLC, dated May 16, 2022; • Height and Elevations, prepared by Hutchins Engineering PLLC, dated March 30, 2022; • Lot Width Computations, prepared by Hutchins Engineering PLLC, dated March 22, 2022; • Site Plan Application, prepared by Hutchins Engineering PLLC, dated May 16, 2022, and; • Site Plans, prepared by Hutchins Engineering PLLC, dated October 14, 2021. Your office has requested that we limit our review to the design of stormwater system as it relates to compliance of local, state, or relevant codes and regulations. Based upon our review, LaBella 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 one (1) acre and thus the project is not required to obtain coverage underthe NYSDEC SPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activity (GP-0-20-001). However, this project falls within the Lake George watershed and therefore is subject to the stormwater management requirements set forth in Section 147-11 of the Town Code for projects within the Lake George Park. Comments related to the stormwater management and erosion and sediment control features proposed for the site are offered below: 2. According to the site plans, this project proposes land disturbance of 9,000 (+/-) square feet and is classified as a minor project for stormwater management by Town Code Section 147-11.E(1)(a). 20 Elm Street I Suite 110 I Glens Falls, NY 128oi I p (518) 812-0513 %/\,.vvdabeLLapc.com Town of Queensbury Robert and Jean Tarrant June 6, 2022 Page 2 of 2 With the minor project classification, the Applicant has opted to use the alternative stormwater calculation method described in Town code section 147-11.1(2)(a), which allows a flat rate of 1.5 gallons of stormwater to be used for every square foot net increase in impervious area, where net increase is the difference between predevelopment and post development conditions. It is noted that the site improvements will result in a net decrease in impervious area. The Applicant is proposing stormwater management practices that are not required but are highly recommended. Prior correspondence with the LGPC has generally concluded that when stormwater control measures are not required but are provided, the design standards can be less stringent (except for separation distances to wastewater absorption fields and potable water wells). 3. There does not appear to be soil test pits or infiltration test results provided for the proposed infiltration areas. The Applicant should ensure at the time of construction that the soil within the infiltration basins has infiltrative capacity and separation to ground water exists. 4. It does not appear that silt fence is depicted downgradient of the stormwater practices (the lowest land disturbance activities). The Applicant to revise their erosion and sediment control plan to incorporate silt fence below all areas of disturbance. 5. It appears multiple retainingwalls are proposed on the site plans. The NYS Standards and Specifications for Erosion and Sediment Control (SSESC) states, "The design of any retaining wall structure must address the aspects of foundation bearing capacity, sliding, overturning, drainage and loading systems. These are complex systems that should be designed by a licensed professional engineer." The Applicant to provide the design for the wall prior to construction so long as the Town does not take exception to this approach. The design shall be developed in accordance with the NYS SSESC and other regulating documents (for example, the residential building code). 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, Sean M. Doty, P.E., LEED AP, CPMSM Senior Civil Engineer/ Regional Leader cc: Shauna Baker, Town Planning Office Administrator (via email) Laura Moore, Town Land Use Planner (via e-mail) File Z:\2022Projects\Queensbury, Town of\2220706.30 -Robert& Jean Tarrant SP-41.2022\OS Design\Gvil\Munlrev\2220706.30-Tarrant-SP41-2022.2022.06.07-11.doa 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 28-2022 ROBERT & JEAN TARRANT Tax Map ID: 226.12-1-82 / Property Address: 308 Cleverdale Road/ Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to demolish an existing home and to construct a new home with a footprint of 1,005 sq ft including the porch/deck areas. The new floor area is to be 2,266 sq ft. The project includes a new septic system, site work for stormwater and landscaping. The existing garage of 365 sq ft and 220 sq ft shed are to remain. Site Plan for new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shore. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147, shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. 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 28-2022 ROBERT & JEAN TARRANT, 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 231d day of June 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 42-2022 @ 306 Glen Lake Road Daniel Zotto No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes June 23, 2022 Site Plan 42-2022 DANIEL ZOTTO/CARRIE HEDDERMAN 306 Glen Lake Road/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, site plans of deck area, survey map Parcel History: AV 30-2022 Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Resolutions 1. Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes a 400 sq ft deck to be added to an existing home. The footprint is 798 sq ft and the total floor area is 1,326 sq ft. The deck is to be located facing the shoreline area. There are no other proposed changes. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-4-080, 179-13-010, site plan for new hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline and expansion of a non -conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 306 Glen Lake Road on a 0.29 ac parcel. • Arrangement- The site has an existing home, a masonry wall on the west side of the property and a small shed. Building - The existing home is 798 with two 30 sq ft porch/deck areas at the front of the home. The addition is a 500 sq ft open porch to the existing home. Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant is requesting a waiver and has indicated there are no changes to the site. The plans indicate there is filter fabric and stone being put down underneath the deck. Landscape plan -The applicant is requesting a waiver and has indicated there are no changes to the site. Landscape plan- The project site is located on Lake George and is subject to the shoreline buffer review. Below are the guidelines from the shoreline buffer code section o Shoreline Buffer - Section 179-8-040 -Minimum width 20 ft (Glen Lake) -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 -57 ft of shoreline per survey -Shoreline buffer 57 ft X 20 ft width is 1140 sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -1140 /700 =1.6 round up to 2-two large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-1140/350 = 3.2 round up to 4(X7) =28 native shrubs and 4 (X14) herbaceous plants=56 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 - 57 ft Shoreline X 30%= 17.1 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 -There are no lighting proposed for the deck addition. • Utility details -There are no changes to the existing on site septic and water drawn from the lake. • Elevations, Floor plans -The plans show the deck proposed at 12 inches off the ground • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. • The waivers requested -Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as these items are typically associated with commercial projects and the project site and the project doesn't have any other site changes. • 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 proposed 500 sq ft deck is to be 21.5 ft from the shoreline where 50 ft is required and 8 ft from the east side of the property line where 15 ft is required. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setbacks. Meeting History: I` Meeting Town of Queensbury 'm 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 30-2022 DANIEL ZOTTO Tax Map ID: 289.9-1-86 / Property Address: 306 Glen Lake Road / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes a 400 sq ft deck to be added to an existing home. The footprint is 798 sq ft and the total floor area is 1,326 sq ft. The deck is to be located facing the shoreline area. There are no other proposed changes. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-4-080, 179- 13-010, site plan for new hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline and expansion of a non -conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. 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 30-2022 DANIEL ZOTTO, 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. N' b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 23rd day of June 2022 by the following vote: F.1%14263 NOES Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 37-2022, Special Use Permit 2-2022 & Freshwater Wetlands 8-2022 @ 89 Lower Warren Street AC Power 31, LLC. Public Hearing Scheduled SEQR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Ow Community Development Department Staff Notes June 23, 2022 Site Plan 37-2022, AC Power 31, LLC. Special Use Permit 2-2022, 89 Lower Warren Street/ Heavy Industry/ Ward 2 Freshwater Wetlands 8-2022 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, special use permit, freshwater wetlands permit, site plan, swppp, decommission plan, cross section details Parcel History: inactive hazardous waste site Warren Co Referral Sent: June 2022 / Comments: Concur w/local board. Informal staff comments: Encourage discussion with applicant on traffic issues and impact on surrounding land uses. Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for Solar Farm and associated site work. Resolutions 1. PB decision Proiect Description Applicant proposes to utilize 44.1 acres between lower Warren and the Hudson River of a 62.72 acre parcel for a new solar farm of 5MW AC with fixed panels. The project proposes disturbance less than 25 acres. The number of panels would be 11,804 to be installed over 9 acres of property. The project includes preparation of the property for installation of the panels, access drive areas on the site and access through an adjoining parcel to the east. Stormwater management, landscaping and fencing to be included as well. Pursuant to Chapter 179- 3-040, 179-10-040, 179-5-140, 94, site plan, special use permit and freshwater wetlands permit shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project site is at lower Warren and the Hudson River —labeled as River Street as there multiple property sections — it is vacant with no 911 address. The parcel is 62.72 ac and 44.1 ac is the only portion of the property between lower Warren/River Street and the Hudson River is to be used for this project. • Site conditions -The site is known as - Ciba Geigy Main Plant/Pretreatment Plant. The site is managed by NYSDEC as an inactive hazardous waste site. The applicant has explained they will lease the site portion for a. 25 year team and two option 5 year optional extensions. • Site Design- The project will include installation of two array systems one on the north side of the railroad and one on the south side of the railroad. The access to the site is an existing easement with the adjoining property currently owned by Perkins Recycling center of a 20 ft gravel road. • Building — There are to be equipment type buildings on the site — the plan show a equipment pad on the north side of the property near the access area, then a small generator shed on the south portion also near an access road. Traffic- The applicant has indicated there are access roads on the site for emergency vehicles and maintenance folks will use to check on the panels and other equipment. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The project involves a revegetated plan and installation of French -drains. The SWPPP indicate disturbance total is about 25 ac but no more than 5 ac to be disturbed at a time. • Landscape plan -The SWPPP outlines a the vegetation plan for a meadow planting in areas of disturbance. • Site lighting plan -The applicant has requested a waiver from lighting — there is no lighting proposed other than access points and equipment pad areas. • Utility details -The applicant will coordinate with National Grid for connections • Signage-signage on fence for safety purposes • Elevations, Floor plans -The applicant has provided a detail of the panel. Additional information will be needed for the generator shed and the equipment pad area — including dimensions on plan. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, 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 projects with building and requirements for public access as the project is described as a solar farm with no public access. The applicant has provided information for: h. signage, j. stormwater, k. topography,1. landscaping, n traffic, p floor plans/elevations • 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 Heavy Industrial zone where the Town Code outlines the requirements of Solar Farms in the HI zone. • Compatibility- The project is located on previously used industry land and is designated as in active hazardous waste site. There are other retail/commercial businesses, industrial designated parcels and will be compatible with the uses in the area. The Town has encouraged solar farms as outline in the Town Code. • Access, circulation and parking — The project does not generate traffic as it is not open to the public. The applicant anticipates maintenance visits to be less than 10 visits per year. • Infrastructure and services- The project will not utilize sewer or water services. The applicant will coordinate with National Grid for service connection requirements. • Environment and natural features — The project design takes into account the capped landfill by placing the array on top of the cap area and not disturbing it. The applicant has taken into account the feeder canal area, the Hudson River area and the existing area wetlands. The applicant has indicated a natural vegetative buffer exists it will be remain if not in the disturbance area. • Long-term effects -Project is to create clean renewable energy. The site once constructed will include ground cover vegetation to assist with erosion control if any. Specific Special Use Permit Criteria DD. Solar farms. • Solar farms shall require a minimum land area of five acres.- Parcel is 62.72 acres and project is 44.1 acre with only 24.5 acres for the arrays. • 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 8 ft high 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. Applicant has indicated appropriate warning signage to be installed —Detail will need to be included in plans. • 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 colors and materials that blend into the facility and the existing environment. Details will need to be included in plans. • 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 applicant has indicate the location of the project is adjacent to natural vegetated buffers on some of the boundaries of the property and to be maintained • 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-]Oft tall and not exceeding 12 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. The report indicates it will not interfere with FAA. The board may request additional information on the glare along the bike path and information on Green and Yellow glare. • 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 been provided and is to be reviewed. • The following requirements shall be met for decommissioning: The decommission plan has identified items a-d. The applicant has identified the desire to have an agreement in place for decommissioning. The Town Board will need to be notified of the request for an agreement. (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. ;MM (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 applicant has indicate the wetlands have been identified and are the plan sheet. The work to be completed is within 100 ft of the wetland areas and will not involve wetlands. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application, freshwater wetlands permit and a special use permit for the development of a 42 acre area for a solar farm. Meeting History: I` Meeting zs �i LaBeRa Powered by partnership. June 15, 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: AC Power 31 LLC — Lower Warren Solar Array Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York LaBella Project # 2220706.27 Queensbury Ref # SP37-2022 Dear Mr. Brown: LaBella has received a submission package from your office for the above referenced project. The Applicant is proposing a 5 MW solar array, and associated utility infrastructure and site work. Submitted information includes the following: • AC Power Solar Glare Analysis, prepared by Tetra Tech, dated April 19, 2022; • Cover letter, prepared by Tetra Tech, dated May 16, 2022; • Decommissioning Plan, prepared by Tetra Tech, dated May 6, 2022; • Short Environmental Assessment Form, prepared by AC Power 31 LLC, dated April 26, 2022; • Freshwater Wetlands Permit, prepared by AC Power 31 LLC, dated May 6, 2022; • Project Narrative, prepared by AC Power 31 LLC; • Site Plan Application, prepared by AC Power 31 LLC; • Site Plan Review Standards, prepared by AC Power 31 LLC; • Plan Set, prepared by Tetra Tech, dated April 19,2022; • Special Use Permit Application, prepared by AC Power 31 LLC; • Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), prepared by Tetra Tech, dated May 2022, and; • Visual Cross Sections, prepared by AC Power 31 LLC, dated May 2, 2022. Your office has requested that we limit our review to the design of the stormwater system as it relates to compliance with the relevant local and state codes and regulations. Based upon our review, LaBella offers the following comments for the Town's consideration: Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control Comments 1. According to the site plan application, the proposed project will disturb an area of approximately 24.5 acres, which typically requires the preparation of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) in accordance with GP-0-20-001 that includes erosion and sediment controls, as well as post construction stormwater management practices. A SWPPP has been provided. At this time, it is unclear if the project is eligible for coverage under the General Permit for two reasons. 20 Etm Street! Suite i10 j Glens Falls, NY 128o1 i p (518) 812-0513 v.nYw. .tabeffl ipc.cotn First, section 4.3 of the SWPPP states that the stormwater in both the pre and post development condition for this project flows to a French drain along the southern property boundary and is pumped to a wastewater treatment facility. It is assumed that the French drain also collects non- stormwater sources. So, in accordance with I.F.2 of the General Permit, the project may not be eligible for coverage under the General Permit. Second, in accordance with I.F.3 of the General Permit, "Discharges that are required to obtain an individual SPDES permit or another SPDES general permit..." are not eligible for coverage under the General Permit. The Applicant shall clarify if an individual SPDES permit exits for the project site. If an individual permit exists, the Applicant must comply with conditions of that permit, and possibly seek a modification to that permit. The current SWPPP does not explicitly state if stormwater discharges are mixed with non- stormwater sources nor does it state if an individual permit exits, as it relates to the General Permit. Although it is not expressly stated, it appears the Applicant is seeking coverage under the General Permit. Based on the reasons stated above, the Applicant should submit a preliminary plan set and SWPPP to the NYS DEC Region 5 to determine permit eligibilty. 2. Our office has reached out to the NYS DEC Region 5 to ask for clarification on specific design items and how they relate to requirements of the General Permit. Below find a summary of our questions to the NYS DEC: A. The DEC April 6, 2018 Memorandum Scenario 1, bullet 1, states solar panels are constructed on post or rack systems and elevated off the ground surface - when determining if post -construction stormwater controls are required. This application is a concrete ballast on grade. a. First, is a concrete ballast on grade automatically considered an impervious surface (therefore a Table 2 activity)? Or does it have to be a certain size to be considered impervious? Unfortunately the initial application does not state the area of each ballast (we assume this matters). b. Second, is a concrete ballast on grade considered a land disturbance activity if excavation does not occur? We are going to clarify with the Applicant that the ballasts do not require excavation, but our understanding of the site is that excavation is not allowed. B. The Applicant states that the WQv and RRv get conveyed to a wastewater treatment facility via an existing French drain. We assume a wastewater facility is an acceptable WQv/RRv technique, but we request the DEC to confirm. The DEC has not provided comments yet. Once we receive comments, we will forward the comments to the Town and Applicant. 3. Section 179-6-080 of the Town Code states, "the stormwater drainage plan shall analyze the impacts of the project using at least... a fifty-year return interval storm for commercial or industrial projects," and, "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." The Applicant has not provided a 50-year storm analysis but did provide a 100-year analysis. The Applicant shall provide a 50-year storm analysis to ensure rates and volumes are equal to or less than pre - development conditions. 4. Many of the labels, leaders, and text on the plan set are not legible at 100-scale. The Applicant to revise the site plans accordingly. 5. Based on the comments above, a full review of the state and town standards will occur once the comments are addressed. 6. The Applicant to clarify if the concrete ballasts require an excavation or are the pre -cast ballasts simply placed on grade. The Applicant should provide a narrative describing the land disturbance activities. 7. The Applicant to provide the details and dimensions of the concrete ballasts, as well as installation details showing the area and depth of disturbance. 8. The Applicant to clarify if the site has any land disturbance restrictions as it is an inactive hazardous waste site. 9. It appears that existing French drains are present on this site. The Applicant to clarify what the French drains were designed to capture? 10. There appears to be an existing drainage network that includes pipes, outlets, and catch basins. However, the SWPPP does not provide an explanation of the existing drainage system. The Applicant should provide an explanation of the existing drainage network and if the existing drainage network conveys stormwater discharges it shall be included in the HydroCAD model. 11. General Permit Part I.F.8 states that construction activities that have the potential to affect an historic property are not authorized bythe permit, unless there is documentation that such impacts have been resolved. The Applicant shall provide correspondence from NYS OPRHP to the Town once received and include with the SWPPP in accordance with Part I.F.8. 12. The Applicant to provide a draft NO] in subsequent submissions (if applicable). 13. The standards 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 ongoingland disturbance and exposure between November 15th to the following April 1st."The Applicant to clarify if construction will occur during the winter months. If so, 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 between November 15th to the following April 1st. This erosion and sediment control plan shall conform to all requirements of the winter stabilization specification referenced above. 14. It appears that existing pumps are present on this site to aid in transporting the groundwater and or surface runoff offsite. The Applicant to clarify if the pumps are adequately sized to handle the change in land use. 15. The erosion and sediment control (ESC) narrative appears to be general and mentions grading, clearing, grubbing, and installation of underground utilities - which are difficult to discern on the plans. The ESC plan shall be revised to be more project specific. Further, the ESC plan shall specify what the site restrictions are, as far as land disturbance activities and the restrictions of the site, and how the ESC plan will prevent restricted activities. 3 16. The erosion and sediment control plan sheet (C-203) is difficult to discern as there are many dashed line types of similar lineweight. The Applicant should revise the erosion and sediment control plan for clarity. 17. Soil restoration is mentioned in the SWPPP, however the plan set does not appear to depict the limits of soil restoration nor a detail. The Applicant to revise accordingly. 18. Section 4.1.5 of the stormwater report appears to state that the solar panels are constructed on post or rack systems elevated off the ground surface and the existing cover is cultivated row crops and agricultural field. This does not appear to match the site plan and the applicant to clarify or revise accordingly. 19. The Applicant to provide a narrative explaining the existing soils and landfill cap system The Applicant shall explain activities that are excluded on the site (i.e. excavations or soil disturbance) due to the site being a formal hazardous waste site. 20. The HydroCAD model shows a ">" for the inflow depth suggesting that the time span of the storm is not long enough to realize the full effects of the storm. The Applicant to revise accordingly. 21. The Applicant to clarify if a geotechnical report has been prepared. 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) 824-1932. Respectfully submitted, Richard Adams, PE Senior Civil Engineer 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 "Honte of Natural Beauty... A Good Place to Live" PLAN REVIEW (site) AC Power 31 LLC 177 River Street SP — 37 - 2022 5/26/2022 The following comments are based on a review of submittals: • All driving surfaces to comply with IFC Section 503.2.3 in relationship to the imposed load of a fire apparatus • All gates for access shall be equipped with a Knox padlock for fire service use Michael J Palmer Fire Marshal 742 Bay Road Queensbury NY 12804 firemarshal@queensbury.net Fire Marshal's Office - P h o 2t e: 518-761-8206 - F a is 518-745-4437 {tremarshaftueensbiti2L.net - 7mmi).gueensbur-ii net r 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 37-2022, SPECIAL USE PERMIT 2-2022 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 8-2022 ACPOWER 31, LLC Tax Map ID: 303.20-2-50, 303.2-2-48.1 / Property Address: 89 Lower Warren Street / Zoning: HI The applicant has submitted an application the Planning Board: Applicant proposes to utilize 44.1 acres between lower Warren and the Hudson River of a 62.72 acre parcel for a new solar farm of 5MW AC with fixed panels. The project proposes disturbance less than 25 acres. The number of panels would be 11,804 to be installed over 9 acres of property. The project includes preparation of the property for installation of the panels, access drive areas on the site and access through an adjoining parcel to the east. Stormwater management, landscaping and fencing to be included as well. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-10-040, 179-5-140, 94, site plan, special use permit and freshwater wetlands permit 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 opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 6/232022 and continued the public hearing to 6/232022, 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 6/232022; 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 PLAN37-2022, SPECIAL USE PERMIT 2-2022 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 8-2022 ACPOWER 31, LLC; 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: 518.763..82201 Fax: 518.745.44371742 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 Motion seconded by . Duly adopted this 23`d day of June 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: S18.76i.82201 Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 228041 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 34-2022 & Petition of Zone Change 1- 2022@ 170 & 0 Sunnyside Road Par 271 LLC. Public Hearing Scheduled Type I- Zone Change Draft resolution- 1.) Accept Lead Agency 2.) SEQR 3.) Recommendation to Town Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes June 23, 2022 Site -Plan 34-2022, Par 27, LLC. Petition of Zone Change 1-2022 170 & 0 Sunnyside Road/ Moderate Density Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR. Type I Material Review: application, narrative, stormwater details, site plans, site photo :::Parcel History: Subdivision 8-2017 Warren Co Referral: Sent: June 2022 / Comments: Concur w/local board. Informal staff comments: Encouraged discussion with applicant for snow removal for off season use of project. Requested Action Planning Board accept lead agency, review application for SEQR and recommendation to the Town Board "Resolutions 12! Seek;& Accept Lead Agency 2: SEQR 3. Recommendation Prokct Description Applicant proposes a change of zone for a 10.56 acre parcel at 170 Sunnyside Road and a 2.44 acre parcel at 0 Sunnyside Road (Vacant) from MDR to RR3A and to add Golf course to Rural Residential. The project 'includes construction of an addition of 1,850 sq ft and a porch of 322 sq ft to the existing 2,300 sq ft building. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-15-040, site plan review, petition of zone change, Town Board referral, SEQR' for petition of zone change and building expansion, and Planning Board recommendation to Town Board.. Site plan shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff :Comments • . Location -The project site is located at 170 and 0 (vacant no 911 address) Sunnyside Road. The parcel at -170 Sunnyside is 10.56 ac and the parcel at 0 Sunnyside is 2.44 ac. •, Arrangement- The building work occurs at 170 Sunnyside and change of zone will amend these two MDR zone -Parcels to RR3A. In addition, the request for change of zone includes adding golf course to the Rural Residential Zone. •:: ! Site. Design- '' ;: Building — The existing building is 2,300 sq ft and the addition is 1,850 sq ft with a porch of 322 sq ft. The addition would be construct on the west side of the existing building. The building is used for the clubhouse. • i Site conditions -The parcel is used as Sunnyside Par 3 Golf Course and is to remain. •1 Traffic- The site has 27 parking spaces for the golf course and there is to be no changes to the parking area. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant proposes an eave trench along the building of 40 ft by 5 ft to address stormwater from the new addition. • Landscape plan -There are no changes to the existing site landscaping. i , i Site lighting plan -There are no changes to the existing lighting. :'• Site details - Utility details -There are no changes to the existing utilities this includes on -site septic and municipal water. Signage-There are no changes to the existing signage. •. , Elevations -The plans show a building rendition with no dimensions — dimensions should be added. • Floor plans -The floor plans show the existing building and the proposed addition — dimensions will need to be clarified. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. • The waivers requested —Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as the project is for an addition to an existing building and does not change the use of the building and site as a golf course. The applicant has provided information for: j. stormwater. • 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 petition of zone change for the zone change of two parcels from MDR to RR3A and to add golf course as a listed use in the Rural Residential Zone requiring Site Plan. The Planning Board can accept Lead Agency as they are the only other involved agency and the Town Board consented in the referral resolution; the Planning Board may conduct SEQR and may provide a recommendation to the Town Board. Meeting History: 1" Meeting GWII� LaBeLLa rt- Powered by partnership. June 7, 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@queensbur, Re: Par 27 LLC (Sunnyside Par 3 Golf Course) Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York LaBella Project # 2220706.25 Queensbury Ref #SP 34-2022 Dear Mr. Brown: LaBella Associates (LaBella) has received a submission package from your office for the above referenced project. The Applicant is proposing to construct a new 1,850 SF addition and a new 322 SF deck to the existing facility. Information submitted to our office for review includes the following: • Floor Plan; • Full Environmental Assessment Form, prepared by Hutchins Engineering PLLC, dated May4, 2022; • Narrative, prepared by Hutchins Engineering PLLC, dated May 4, 2022; • Building Elevation Drawing; • Site Plan, prepared by Hutchins Engineering PLLC, dated April 26, 2022; • Site Plan Application, prepared by Hutchins Engineering PLLC, dated March 15, 2022, and; • Stormwater Information, prepared by Hutchins Engineering PLLC, dated April 24, 2022. 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, LaBella 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 one (1) acre and thus the project is not required to obtain coverage under the NYSDEC SPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activity (GP-0-20-001). Comments related to the 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 commercial or industrial projects using at least a 50-year return storm. The stormwater plan shall work in effect so that post -development runoff rate and volume conditions do not exceed pre - development conditions. The Applicant only provided a 25-year storm analysis. The applicant to provide a 50-year storm analysis. 3. It does not appear that erosion and sediment controls are depicted on the plans, and they shall be incorporated in subsequent submission in accordance with the NYS SSESC. 4. 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. 5. The plans appearto depict neither the existing contours northe proposed contours. The Applicant should provide the existing and proposed contours, existing and proposed spot grades, or flow path arrows on subsequent submissions to better understand the existing and proposed flow paths. 6. There does not appear to be soil test pits or infiltration test results provided for the proposed infiltration devices. The Applicant to perform soil test pits and infiltration testing within the bounds of the infiltration practice and provide the results in subsequent submissions. The Applicant shall ensure that soil testing for the proposed infiltration practices meets the requirements specified in Appendix D of the 2015 NYS Stormwater Management Design Manual (SMDM). 7. Section 6.3.3 of the NYS SMDM and good engineering practice suggests that pretreatment should be provided for infiltration practices. LaBella understands that for small sites involving projects disturbing less than an acre, it is not necessarily always feasible to provide standard pretreatment facilities. The Applicant to clarify what is the intended pre-treatment practices for the proposed infiltration devices. 8. The Applicant may be required to execute a stormwater maintenance agreement with the Town in accordance with Section 147-10.D of the Town Code. The Applicant should submit a draft stormwater maintenance agreement if required by the town. 9. Section 6.3.1 of the SMDM states `Infiltration practices cannot be placed in locations that cause water problems to downgradient properties. Infiltration trenches and basins shall be setback 25 feet downgradient from structures and septic systems." The proposed infiltration trench appears to be within 25 feet of the approximate bounds of the existing septic field. The Applicant to revise accordingly. 10. The Applicant to depict any neighboring water wells or septic systems within reason (approximately 200 feet). Conclusion & Recommendation It is our opinion that the applicant should provide clarification for the above items and incorporate changes in subsequent plan submissions. Z:\2022ProJects\Queensbury, Town of\2220706.25-Par 27 LLC-SP 34-2022\05_Des(gn\CiViRMunRrev\2220706.25-Par 27_LLC-SP34-2022-Li.doa 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, Sean M. Doty, P.E., LEED AP, CPMSM Senior Civil Engineer/ Regional Leader cc: Shauna Baker, Town Planning Office Administrator (via email) Laura Moore, Town Land Use Planner (via e-mail) Z:\2022Projects\Queensbury, Town of\2220706.25-Par 27 LLC-5P 34.2022\05_Design\Civif\Muni\rev\2220706.25-Par 27_LLC-SP34-2022-Li.doa Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGE LEAD AGENCY STATUS IN CONNECTION WITH SITE PLAN 34-2022 PAR 27, LLC. Tax Map ID: 290.5-1-50.1, 290.6-1-11/ Property Address: 170 & 0 Sunnyside Road/ Zoning: MDR WHEREAS, the applicant proposes a change of zone for a 10.56 acre parcel at 170 Sunnyside Road and a 2.44 acre parcel at 0 Sunnyside Road (Vacant) from MDR to RR3A. The project includes construction of an addition of 1,613 sq ft to the existing 2,300 sq ft building. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-15-040, site plan review, petition of zone change, Town Board referral, SEQR for petition of zone change and building expansion, and Planning Board recommendation to Town Board. Site plan shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury has determined to begin an environmental review process under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA). WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury Planning Board has been determined to be Lead Agency as granted by consent from the Town Board and there are no other agencies involved; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: MOTION TO ACKNOWLEDGE LEAD AGENCY STATUS IN CONNECTION WITH SITE PLAN 34- 2022 PAR 27, LLC, Introduced by who moved for its adoption, As per the draft resolution prepared by staff. Duly adopted this 231d day of June 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 SEQR RESOLUTION — Grant Positive or Negative Declaration SITE PLAN 34-2022 PAR 27, LLC. Tax Map ID: 290.5-1-50.1, 290.6-1-11 / Property Address: 170 & 0 Sunnyside Road/ Zoning: MDR The applicant proposes a change of zone for a 10.56 acre parcel at 170 Sunnyside Road and a 2.44 acre parcel at 0 Sunnyside Road (Vacant) from MDR to RR3A. The project includes construction of an addition of 1,613 sq ft to the existing 2,300 sq ft building. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-15-040, site plan review, petition of zone change, Town Board referral, SEQR for petition of zone change and building expansion, and Planning Board recommendation to Town Board. 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 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 34-2022 PAR 27, LLC. 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 Short EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Duly adopted this 23`d day of June 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 -Planning Board Recommendation to the Town Board for Zoning Change From MDR to RR3A SITE PLAN 34-2022 PAR 27, LLC. Tax Map ID: 290.5-1-50.1, 290.6-1-11/Address: 170 & 0 Sunnyside Road / Zoning: MDR WHEREAS, the applicant proposes a change of zone for a 10.56 acre parcel at 170 Sunnyside Road and a 2.44 acre parcel at 0 Sunnyside Road (Vacant) from MDR to RR3A. The project includes construction of an addition of 1,613 sq ft to the existing 2,300 sq ft building. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-15-040, site plan review, petition of zone change, Town Board referral, SEQR for petition of zone change and building expansion, and Planning Board recommendation to Town Board. Site plan shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury Town Board is proposing the following zoning changes: Changing Moderate Density Residential to Rural Residential and adding golf course use by site plan review to be added to the Rural Residential Zone. The Town Board referred this proposed change to the Planning Board for an advisory recommendation pursuant to Section 179-15-020, resolution number 210, 2022 dated May 16, 2022; MOTION FOR RECOMMENDATION TO THE TOWN BOARD AS FAVORABLE/UNFAVORABLE FOR ZONING CHANGE FROM MDR TO RR3A; 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 23rd day of June 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net