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Staff Notes for 7/19/20227�e\►1►11►[eleZi7e1:��7 STAFF NOTES DULY 19, 2022 REMINDER: Stormwater Training - Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 6:00 PM Queensbury Planning Board Agenda First Regular Meeting: Tuesday, July 19, 2022 / Time 7 - 11 pm Queensbury Activities Center @ 742 Bay Road Approval of Minutes Dates- May 17, 2022, May 19, 2022 and May 26, 2022 Administrative Items Site Plan 33-2021 333 Cleverdale, LLC/San Souci request to table until August 16, 2022 Site Plan 40-2021 David & Pamela Way request for a one year extension Site Plan 34-2022 Par 27, LLC- Planning Board Seeks Lead Agency Status Old Business Applicant(s) CVE NORTH AMERICA, INC. -� -Application Type Site Plan 66-2021, Freshwater Wetlands 3-20211 Special Use Permit 4-2021, PZ 0720-2021 _ ! Owner (s) Forest Enterprises Management SEQR Type Agent(s) Nixon Peabody Lot size �� 80 acres/6.39 acres Location j 53 Quaker Ridge Blvd/East County Line Rd Ward: 2 Zoning Classification: CLI (National Grid) Tax ID No. 303.11-1-4.1, 303.15-1-25.2, 303.11-1-5 J Ordinance Reference _179-5-140, 179-9-040 Cross Reference Disc 3-2021, PZ 720-2021 Warren Co. Referral ( November 2021 Public Hearing ! January 18, 2022, May 17, 2022, July 19, 2022 Site Information -� Wetlands - Project Description: Applicant proposes a solar farm on site 303.11-1-4.1, with access by right of way through parcel 303.15-1-25.2. The project will include over 13,000 panels on a 30 plus acre portion of the site. The project work includes panel placement, drive areas, equipment boxes and stormwater management. The project involves a petition of zone change for parcel 303.15-1-25.2 from Cl to CLI. Project subject to site plan, special use permit and freshwater wetlands permit. Pursuant to 179-3-040, 179-10-040, & Chapter 94, site plan, special use permit, and freshwater wetlands shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. _Applicant(s) ROBERT & JEAN TARRANT ( Application Type _� Site Plan 41-2022 Owner (s) _� Robert and Jean Tarrant SEQR Tie- Agent(s) Hutchins Engineering -�� I Lot size 0.24 acres Location-_--] 308 Cleverdale Road ---___ j Ward: I _-____jZoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. 226.12-1-82 _j Ordinance Reference j 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147 Cross Reference ( AV 28-2022 Warren Co. Referral j June 2022 _ Public Hearing ( duly 19, 2022 _ _ _ � Site Information � APA, LPGC, CEA 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. Applicant(s) _DANIEL ZOTTO- � Ap lip cation Type Owner (s) --_-I Daniel Zotto & Carrie Hedderman _ SEQR Type { _ Agent(s)_____n/a _ _ ^, I - Lot size_ Location 306 Glen Lake Road i Ward: I i Site Plan 42-2022 Type II __ -__ .28 acres Zoning Classification: WR _Tax ID No 289.9-1-86 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-4-080, 179_13-010 Cross Reference I AV 30-2022 i Warren Co. Referral ( n/a Public Hearing J 19, 2022 Site Information CEA 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 Recommendations: Applicant(s) CHRISTOPHER DETMER Application Type Site Plan 45-2022 Freshwater Wetlands 9-2022 plicant Owner (s) Same asapplicant Lot size David Bogardus __---, 147 acres Location 70 Browns Path Ward: 2 j Zoning Classification: _MDR Tax ID No. 296.11-1-9 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-_050, chapter 94 Cross Reference SUB 3-1998, AV 32-2022 Warren Co. Referral n/a Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information i Freshwater Wetlands Project Description: The applicant proposes to construct a new single family dwelling with an attached garage. The home is 2,200 sq ft. The project site contains wetlands. The project also includes site work for retaining wall, septic, and driveway area. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-050, chapter 94, a site plan for hard surface within 50 ft of the shoreline and freshwater wetlands work within 100 feet of a wetland shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning peals. Applicant(s) HARLEY GRIFFITHS jApplication Type Site Plan 47-2022 Owner Cs.----1 Tia & Harley Griffiths SEQR e Agents) Erik Sandblorn Lot size .24 acres Location 298 Cleverdale Road Ward: I Zoning _Classification: _)YR Tax ID No. 226.12-1-86 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-4-080 Cross Reference AV 34-2022 Warren Co. Referral_j July 2022 ------- Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information i CEA, APA,LGPC Project Description: Applicant proposes a 200 sq ft deck addition to an existing bunkhouse of 740 sq ft. No changes are proposed to the existing home's 1,300 sq ft footprint and 1,300 sq ft footprint deck/porch area. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-4-080, site plan for expansion of a non- conforming structure in a CEA 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. I Applicant(s) BRETT & PAMELA WEST (Main House)_ Application Type Site Plan 51-2021 & FWW 10-2022 Owner (s) Same as applicants SEQR Type Type 11 Agent(s) EDP Lot size _] 0.91 acre Location 106 Bay ParkwayL Ward: I Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. I 226.15-1-17 Ordinance RefeEence_J' 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 147 Cross Reference 53-2017 septic var.; AV 47-2007 & SP 39-2007 - Warren Co. Referral August 2021, boathouse; SP PZ 89-2016 & SP PZ 210-2016 & February 2022 (stormwater device) AV 95-2016 - addition; SP 37-2009; AV 57-202 1, July 2022 (FWW) SP 52-202 1, AV 3 0-2022 Public Hearing I September 28, 2021, November 16, 2021, December Site Information APA,CEA, LGPC 16, 2021, February 22, 2022, March 29, 2022, April 26, 2022, May 19, 2022 Project Description: (Revised 6/15/2022) Applicant proposes to demo existing home and shed to construct a new two story home with a 5,436 sq ft footprint with a garage. Also included is installation of permeable pavers for patio, driveway areas and a covered walkway between the two properties. The new floor area will be 8,670 sq ft where the maximum allowed is 8,687 sq ft. The project includes site work for new landscaping shoreline and residential house, septic, and stormwater management. Additionally, work to be done is within 100 feet of a designated wetland. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, Chapter 94, Chapter 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA, work adjacent to wetland, and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks to wetland. Planning Board shall make a recommendation to the Zoning Board of App Is. Applicant(s) FRANK PARILLO i Application Type Subdivision Preliminary 6-2022 Subdivision Final 7-2022 Owner (s) —J Same as�plicant _ —�_—� _ SEQR Type _� Unlisted Agent(s) Van Dusen & Steves Lot size 4.38 acres Location 199 Corinth Road j Ward: 4 Zoning Classification: CI-18 --_� Tax ID No._� 309.13-2-2 — j Ordinance Reference 183 Cross Reference SV 53-2011, SP 54-2011, SP 31-2012, SP 2-2013, Warren Co. Referral n/a AV 74-2016, SP 54-2016, AV 33-2022 Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information Project Description: Applicant proposes a 2 lot commercial subdivision of a 4.39 acre parcel. The new parcels will be 1.29 acres with the existing Taco Bell and a 3.1 acre corner lot that will be vacant. The 1.29 acre parcel is developed for Taco Bell with one exit point to Corinth Road. Waivers are requested for landscaping, clearing, grading, and erosion control and stormwater since no new development is proposed at this time. The Taco Bell building of 2,863 sq ft and site remain as is. Pursuant to chapter 183, projects subject to subdivision for 2 lots shall be subject to Planning Board review j and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for site access. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. New Business: Applicants) 1 _MATT FLINT/MARY JANE CANALEv _Application Type f Site Plan 46-2022 Owner (s) —� Mary Jane Canale f SEQR Ty_ s— _,I Ty ep II Agents) _—.J n/a -- --- --`-- j Lot size _ --- -- u1.25 acres _Location 1 726 Glen Street _ _— —� Ward: 2 f Zoning Classification: CI - Tax ID No. 302.6-1-55.1 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-9-020 Cross Reference j _ Warren Co. Referral July 2022 Public Hearing ( July 19, 2022 —_ Site Information Project Description: Applicant proposes to reuse an existing 2,880 sq ft building for a printing company. Site has 17 existing parking spaces. The exterior and interior of the building are to remain the same. A sign for the company will be over the door. Site conditions for lighting, parking, and green space will remain the same. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-9-020, site plan for a new commercial use that hasn't had a site plan in the past seven years shall be subiect to Planning Board review and approval. Ap 1p icant(s) TYLER RUSSELL i Application Tyke —) Site Plan 48-2022 Owner (s)^J JKA 42289, LLC. SEQR Tie Tie II Agent(s) i� n/a v� Lot size _ __29 acres Location — _330 Aviation Road _ —�-- — _Ward: 3_Zoning Classification: NC Tax _I_D No,I 301.8-1-19 _ _ _ __Ordinance Reference 1_179-3-040_ Cross Reference SP 23-98, SP 1-89, AV 11-89, SP ]2-93, AV 55-93, Warren Co. Referral j n/a SP 47-93, SP 75-95, UV 53-1992, UV 14-1993, UV 85-1995, UV 22-1998 Public Hearing July 19, 2022 ( Site Information Project Description: Applicant proposes to reuse an existing 2,668 sq ft building to operate a bottle and can redemption center. The exterior of the building is to be painted to clean up building appearance. There are no proposed site changes. The parcel is a corner lot. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for anew commercial use in an existing building shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval_ - Any further business which may be properly brought before the Board - Minutes for May 17, May 19 &May 26 Draft resolution- grant/deny minutes approval Planning Board Member Discussion: August 23, 2022 meeting date unavailable Choose one of the following alternate dates: Thursday, August 25, 2022 Tuesday, August 30, 2022 Town of Queensbury Community Development Office L 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 OWI TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD RESOLUTION — CHANGES MADE TO AN APPROVED MEETING DATE MOTION TO CHANGE SECOND AUGUST PLANNING BOARD MEETING FROM AUGUST 23, 2022 TO AUGUST 25, 2022 OR AUGUST 30, 2022 Introduced by who moved for its adoption, Duly adopted this 19th day of July 2022, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Administrative Items: Site Plan 33-2021 @ 333 Cleverdale Road 333 Cleverdale Road LLC/San Souci Draft resolution- grant/deny further tabling Site Plan 40-2021 @ 33 Canterbury Drive David & Pamela Way Draft resolution- grant/deny extension request Town of Queensbury Community Development Office -- 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — Table Site Plan 33-2021 333 Cleverdale LLC/San Souci Tax Map ID: 226.12-1-43, 226.12-1-44 / Property Address: 333 & 337 Cleverdale Rd / Zoning: WR Applicant requests approval of outdoor seating area of 24 seats for the restaurant but occurring on the adjacent parcel (337 Cleverdale Rd.). The restaurant (333 Cleverdale Rd.) had previous approvals for 105 seats — that is to remain with no changes. Seating location to occur on the main floor and outdoors — area on the first floor to be used for waiting area of 10 people maximum — no seating on first floor. Restaurant parcel subject to area variance for permeability (333 Cleverdale Rd.). Adjacent parcel (337 Cleverdale Rd.) subject to area variance for permeability, density and setbacks. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-4-090 & 179.10 of the Zoning Ordinance, food service in a WR zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. MOTION TO TABLE SITE PLAN 33-2021 333 CLEVERDALE LLC/SAN SOUCI. Introduced by who moved for its adoption, Tabled until the August 16, 2022 Planning Board meeting at the request of the applicant. Duly adopted this 191h day of July 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 Shauna Baker From: Laura Moore Sent: Friday, July 1, 2022 12:33 PM To: Shauna Baker Subject: FW: Variance extension request for 33 Canterbury Drive Extension request -----Original Message ----- From: Pam <fourways@road runner.com> Sent: Friday, July 01, 2022 12:32 PM To: Laura Moore <Imoore@queensbury.net> Subject: Variance extension request for 33 Canterbury Drive La u ra, We would like to formally request a one year extension for SP40-2021 and a AV42-2021. We are having difficulty getting a contractor to do the work for us. We hope to have someone by the fall. Thank you for considering our request. David and Pamela Way Sent from my iPhone TOWN OF QUEENSBURY WARNING: This is an external email. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD RESOLUTION — GRANT / DENY EXTENSION REQUEST SITE PLAN 40-2021 DAVID & PAMELA WAY Tax Map ID: 289.17-1-23 /Property Address: 33 Canterbury Drive /Zoning: WR Applicant proposed a 259 sq. ft. single story addition to an existing 518 sq. ft. single story home. The project includes site work removing a portion of a patio, installation of eave trenches and new septic system. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-4-010, 179-6-065 & 179-8-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The Planning Board approved Site Plan 40-2021 on July 27, 2021. MOTION TO APPROVE A ONE YEAR EXTENSION FOR SITE PLAN 40-2021 DAVID & PAMELA WAY. Introduced by who moved for its adoption, Duly adopted this 19'h day of July 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 34-2022 @ 170 & 0 Sunnyside Road Par 27, LLC. Draft resolution- Seeking Lead Agency Status ftTown of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — Seek 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 Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury has identified the project to be a Type I action for purposes of SEQR review pursuant to 6 NYCRR 617. WHEREAS, the Planning Board is the agency most directly responsible for approving the action because of its responsibility for approving the land uses for the property. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby indicates its desire to be lead agency for SEQRA review of this action and authorizes and directs the Zoning Administrator to notify any other potentially involved agencies of such intent. That Part I of the SEQRA form will be sent to the following agencies: Adirondack Park Agency. MOTION TO SEEK LEAD AGENCY STATUS IN CONNECTION WITH SITE PLAN 34-2022 PAR 27, LLC, Introduced by who moved for its adoption, seconded by As per the draft resolution prepared by staff. Duly adopted this 191h day of July 2022 by the following vote: AYES NOES Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 66-2021, Freshwater Wetlands 3-2021 & Special Use Permit 4-2021@ 53 Quaker Ridge Blvd/East County Line Road CVE North America, Inc. Public hearing scheduled SEAR Type Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes July 19, 2022 Site Plan 66-2021, CVE NORTH AMERICA, INC. Special Use Permit 4-2021, 53 Quaker Ridge Blvd/ Commercial Light Industrial/ Ward 2 & Freshwater Wetlands 3-2021 SEQR Type I Material Review: Petition of Zone Change application, Site Plan application, Special Use permit responses, Freshwater Wetland permit, narrative, SWPPP, site plan drawings, solar glare report etc. Parcel History: Disc 3-2021, PZ 720-2021 Warren Co Referral Sent: November 2021/ Comments: Concur w/local board. Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for installation of a solar farm. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes a solar farm on site 303.11-1-4.1, with access by right of way through parcel 303.15-1-25.2. The project will include over 13,000 panels on a 30 plus acre portion of the site. The project work includes panel placement, drive areas, equipment boxes and stormwater management. The project involves a petition of zone change for parcel 303.15-1-25.2 from CI to CLI. Project subject to site plan, special use permit and freshwater wetlands permit. Pursuant to 179-3-040, 179-10-040, & Chapter 94, site plan, special use permit, and freshwater wetlands shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located off a Quaker Ridge Boulevard and access is through an easement with National Grid to the 81.67 ac parcel • Arrangement- The parcels to be used are vacant and approximately 30 acres is to be used for • Site Design -The project site will be access from the Quaker Ridge Boulevard through Parcel 303.15-1-25.2 Owner Forest Enterprises, through an easement on Parcel 303.11-1-5 Owner National Grid, to the project parcel of 303.11-1-4.1 Owner Forest Enterprises. A 30 plus acre portion of the 80 acre parcel will be utilized for 13,000 panels. • Building — There are only equipment small shelters to be constructed there is no building proposed. There appear to be 3 transformer pads near the road ends for each solar panel area. The applicant to provide details of the equipment shelters — dimensions and elevation view. • Site conditions -The area currently vegetated with some areas containing wetlands. • Traffic- The applicant has designed a driveway to access the panels for maintenance. The drive consists of grass surface compatible with emergency vehicles requirements for drive surface. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The project involves the disturbance of over 30 acres and is subject to stormwater pollution prevention plan. The project will occur in 6 phases with no phase disturbing more than 5 acres at a time. The clearing phase will occur in 1 -3 and stump removal after phase 3a. The project has been referred to the Engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan -There is no additional landscaping to be added the site. • Site lighting plan -There are no lighting proposed for the project. • Utility details -The plans include connection to existing electric power from National Grid. • Signage-There is no signage proposed. • Elevations -The solar panel detail indicates the support structure to be 5 ft tall and the panel 6 ft in length. The panel will be able to pivot. The overall height is 7.69 ft. • Waivers -The applicant has not requested waivers and has indicated there is no lighting for the site proposed, no parking or traffic generated for the site, there is no signage for the site, there is no landscaping proposed. The applicant has provided information on j. stormwater, k. topography, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal. • Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted. Special Use Permit Criteria: A special use permit is required as outlined in Section 179-10-070. • Harmony with the Comprehensive Plan — The project will be located in the Commercial Light Industrial zone where the Town Code outlines the requirements of Solar Farms in the CLI zone. • Compatibility- The project is located near Walmart Store, other retail/commercial businesses, industrial designated parcels and will be compatible with the uses in the area. • Access, circulation and parking — The project does not generate traffic is not open to the public. • Infrastructure and services- The project will not utilize sewer or water services. • Environment and natural features — The project design takes into account the existing area wetlands. • Long-term effects -Project is to create clean renewable energy Specific Special Use Permit Criteria DD. Solar farms. • Solar farms shall require a minimum land area of five acres.- Parcel is 80 acres and project is 30 acres. • Solar farms shall be enclosed by perimeter fencing to restrict unauthorized access at a height consistent with the current fence code. (See § 179-5-070.) However, the Planning Board shall have the discretion to vary or eliminate this requirement where the Planning Board has determined that safety and security at the site will be assured by alternate methods.- Project will have a gated entry and fencing around panel areas. Gate to have knox box noted for emergency access • The manufacturer's and installer's identification and appropriate warning signage and emergency contact information shall be posted at the site and clearly visible. C204 and C205 Plan Sheets contain sign information • Solar farm buildings and accessory structures shall, to the extent reasonably possible, use materials, colors and textures that will blend the facility into the existing environment. — The applicant has indicated sheets C204 and 205 — no color scheme has been provided — Board may request additional information if needed. • Appropriate landscaping and/or screening materials may be required to help screen the solar farm and accessory structures from major roads and neighboring residences pursuant to Article 8 of Chapter 179. The location of the project is adjacent to vegetated areas and parcels in the light industrial zone. • The average height of the solar panel arrays shall not exceed 12 feet. However, the Planning Board shall have the discretion to permit the solar panel arrays to exceed the height limitation of 12 feet to the extent necessary, as determined by the Planning Board, to achieve the intended purpose of the solar collectors. Such determination shall be made in consideration of the design of the solar collectors and the subject property's natural and proposed characteristics, including, but not limited to, topography, existing and proposed vegetative buffers, and proximity to residential and/or commercial uses. The applicant has indicated the height is 7.69 ft. • Solar farm and solar power plant panels and equipment shall be surfaced, designed, and sited so as not to reflect glare onto adjacent properties, facilities, and roadways. The applicant has provided a Glare Hazard report. • On -site power lines shall, to the maximum extent practicable, be placed underground. The applicant has indicated there are utility connects with some above ground —power pole connections • All applications for solar farms shall be accompanied by a decommissioning plan to be implemented upon abandonment, or cessation of activity, or in conjunction with the removal of the structure, which shall be reviewed and approved by the Town Board. The decommission plan has provided and is to be reviewed. • The following requirements shall be met for decommissioning: The decommission plan has identified items a-d. (a) Solar farms and solar power plants which have not been in active and continuous service for a period of one year shall be removed at the owners' or operators' expense within six months of the date of expiration of the one-year period. (b) All aboveground and below -ground equipment, conduits, structures, fencing and foundations shall be removed from the site to a depth of at least three feet below grade. (c) The site shall be restored to as natural a condition as possible within six months of the removal of all equipment, structures and foundations. Such restoration shall include, where appropriate, restoration of the surface grade and soil after removal of all equipment and revegetation of restored soil areas with native seed mixes. (d) The Planning Board shall, as a condition of approval, require the posting of a removal bond of the solar farm's and solar power plant's equipment. In lieu of a removal bond, the Town Board, in its discretion, may permit the owner and/or operator to enter into a decommissioning agreement with the Town which provides, in relevant part, that if the decommissioning of the site is not completed within six months of the time period specified in Subsection DD(10)(a) above, and/or the restoration is not completed within the time period specified in Subsection DD(10)(c) above, the Town may, at its own expense, enter the property and remove or provide for the removal of the structures and equipment and/or the restoration of the site, as the case may be, in accordance with the decommissioning plan. Such agreement shall provide, in relevant part, that the Town may recover all expenses incurred for such activities from the defaulting property owner and/or operator. The cost incurred by the Town shall be assessed against the property and shall become a lien and tax upon said property and shall be added to and assessed as part of the taxes to be levied and assessed thereon and enforced and collected with interest in the same manner as other taxes. This provision shall not preclude the Town from collecting such costs and expenses by any other manner by action in law or in equity. In the event of any such legal proceedings, the owner and/or operator, as the case may be, shall be liable for all legal expenses, costs and disbursements in connection with said litigation, as awarded by a court of competent jurisdiction. R"M Freshwater Wetland The plan sheets have identified the wetland areas on the project site and access areas. The work to be completed is within 100 ft of the wetland areas. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application, freshwater wetlands permit and special use permit. The board will need to determine the special use permit type — permanent, renewable, temporary. Tentative Schedule • December 2021 Town Board — referral to Planning Board and consent to Lead Agency • January 2022 Planning Board — seeks Lead Agency Accepts Lead Agency, may conduct SEQR, may provide recommendation to Town Board • June 2022 Town Board sets public hearing • June 2022 Planning Board — reaffirm SEQR with 280A for access • June 2022 Town Board — adopted zoning change of parcel and access • July 2022 Planning Board — Site Plan, Special Use Permit, Freshwater Wetland review Meeting History: 1/18/2022, 5/17/2022 3 LaBeRa r == s< DoweredUy partnei snip. May 26, 2022 Mr. Craig Brown Zoning Administrator and Code Compliance Officer Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, New York 12804 Delivered via email only: CraigB@queensbury.net RE: CVE North America - Quaker Solar Array Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York LaBella Project # 92100.54 Queensbury Ref # SP66-2021 Dear Mr. Brown: Labella has received the latest submission responding to comments offered by Labella on May 4, 2022. Based upon our review, all technical comments have been addressed to our satisfaction In the event the Planning Board or Town staff have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at (518) 824-1926. Respectfully submitted, LaBella Associates Sean M. Doty, PE, LEED AP, CPMSM Senior Civil Engineer/ Regional Leader cc: Shauna Baker, Town Planning Office Specialist (via email) Laura Moore, Town Land Use Planner (via email) File 20 Elm Street Suite 110 Glens Falls, NY 128o11 p (518) 812-0513 ww w.labellapc.corn 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 66-2021, FRESHWATER WETLANDS 3-2021 & SPECIAL USE PERMIT 4-2021 CVE NORTH AMERICA, INC. Tax Map ID: 303.11-1-4.1, 303.15-1-25.2, 303.11-1-5 / Property Address: 53 Quaker Ridge Blvd/ East County Line Rd / Zoning: CLI The applicant has submitted an application the Planning Board: Applicant proposes a solar farm on site 303.11-1-4.1, with access by right of way through parcel 303.15-1-25.2. The project will include over 13,000 panels on a 30 plus acre portion of the site. The project work includes panel placement, drive areas, equipment boxes and stormwater management. The project involves a petition of zone change for parcel 303.15-1-25.2 from Cl to CLI. Project subject to site plan, special use permit and freshwater wetlands permit. Pursuant to 179-3-040, 179-10-040, & Chapter 94, site plan, special use permit, and freshwater wetlands shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code -Chapter 179-9-080, the Planning Board has determined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code; As required by General Municipal Law Section 239-m the site plan application was referred to the Warren County Planning Department for its recommendation; The Planning Board has reviewed the potential environmental impacts of the project, pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and adopted a SEQRA Negative Declaration — Determination of Non -Significance; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 1/18/2022 and continued the public hearing to 7/19/2022, when it was closed, The Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted by the applicant and all comments made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including 7/19/2022; The Planning Board determines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval, MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 66-2021, FRESHWATER WETLANDS 3- 2021 & SPECIAL USE PERMIT 4-2021 CVE NORTH AMERICA, INC.; 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: S18.76i.8220 I Fax: 518.745.4437 (742 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 19th day of July 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.761.82201 Fax: 53.8.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 41-2022 @ 308 Cleverdale Road Robert & Jean Tarrant Public Hearing Scheduled SEQR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes July 19, 2022 Site Plan 41-2022 ROBERT & JEAN TARRANT 308 Cleverdale Road/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 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 Planning Board review and approval for demolition of existing home in order to construct new home and porch/deck. Resolutions 1. PB decision 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. 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 stormwater, 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%/75 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 Granted 6/29/2022.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 applicant has completed a site plan application for the construction of a new home with associated site work. Meeting History: PB: 6/23/2022; ZBA: 6/29/2022 GMs 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 41-2022 ROBERT & JEAN TARRANT Tax Map ID: 226.12-1-82 / Property Address: 308 Cleverdale Road / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application the Planning Board: 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. 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 6/23/2022; the ZBA approved the variance on 6/29/2022; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 7/19/2022 and continued the public hearing to 7/19/2022, when it was closed, The Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted by the applicant and all comments made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including 7/19/2022; The Planning Board determines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval, MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 41-2022 ROBERT & JEAN TARRANT; 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 I 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 191h day of July 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 53.8.761.8220 1 Fax: 53.8.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 42-2022 @ 306 Glen Lake Road Daniel Zotto Public Hearing Scheduled C •' Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes July 19, 2022 Site Plan 42-2022 DANIEL ZOTTO 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 Planning Board review and approval for a deck addition to an existing home. Resolutions 1. PB decision 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. 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 400 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 Granted 6/29/2022. The proposed 400 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 applicant has completed a site plan application for the construction of ground level deck addition to the existing home to the lake side. Meeting History: PB: 6/23/2022; ZBA: 6/29/2022 IWi Town of Queensbury i Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — Grant / Deny Site Plan Approval SITE PLAN 42-2022 DANIEL ZOTTO Tax Map ID: 289.9-1-86 / Property Address: 306 Glen Lake Road / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: 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. 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; The Planning Board made a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals on 6/23/2022; the ZBA approved the variance requests on 6/29/2022; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 7/19/2022 and continued the public hearing to 7/19/2022 when it was closed, The Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted by the applicant and all comments made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including 7/19/2022; The Planning Board determines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval, MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 42-2022 DANIEL ZOTTO; Introduced by who moved for its adoption; Per the draft provided by staff conditioned upon the following conditions: 1) Waivers request 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. 3) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution. a) If application was referred to engineering, then engineering sign -off required prior to signature of Zoning Administrator of the approved plans; Page 1 of 2 Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net b) 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, c) 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; d) The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Building Permit and/or the beginning of any site work; e) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with this and all other conditions of this resolution; f) 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; g) Resolution to be placed on final plans in its entirety and legible. Duly adopted this 19"' day of July 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.763..82201 Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 45-2022 and Freshwater Wetlands 9-2022 @ 70 Browns Path Christopher Detmer No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board O-W Community Development Department Staff Notes July 19, 2022 Site Plan 45-2022 & Christopher Detmer Freshwater Wetlands 9-2022 70 Browns Path/ Moderate Density Residential/ Ward 2 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, site drawings, survey, wetlands information, elevations, floor plans Parcel History: SUB 3-1998, AV 32-2022 Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Resolutions 1. Recommendation Proiect Description The applicant proposes to construct a new single family dwelling with an attached garage. The home is 2,200 sq ft. The project site contains wetlands. The project also includes site work for retaining wall, septic, and driveway area. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-050, chapter 94, a site plan for hard surface within 50 ft of the shoreline and freshwater wetlands work within 100 feet of a wetland 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 site is located at 70 Brown's path on a 1.42 ac parcel. • Arrangement- The existing parcel is vacant and is noted to have wetlands on the property. • Building — The new home to be constructed is 2,237 sq ft and includes landscaped step areas from the home to the back yard. • Site plan overall -The project includes installation of a four foot retaining wall between the home and the wetlands. The disturbance area is within 50 ft of the wetlands and a freshwater wetlands permit has been provided. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant proposes a grass swale along the driveway and a gutter system along the home to address stormwater management. The plans indicate there is 0.43 ac of disturbance proposed. The application materials have been provided to the Town Designated Engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan -The plans show the area to be cleared for the home and associated site work. The vegetation in the remaining areas is not to be disturbed. • Site lighting plan -The plans do not indicate exterior lighting to the home. The applicant is to be reminded lighting fixtures to be downcast. • Site details -The site work involved includes grading and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the wetland. • Utility details -The project includes the installation of a septic system that has received Local Board of Health variance. The site is serviced by municipal water. • Elevations- The applicant has indicated the home to be one story with a full basement. • Floor plans -The floor plans show a three bedroom, kitchen and access to the garage on the first floor. Then the basement floor. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, 1. landscaping, 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 as these items are typically associated with commercial projects. Applicant has provided , j. stormwater k. topography, and 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. Freshwater Wetlands The project parcel has 0.24 ac of wetlands as delineated and shown on the survey. The construction of the single family home is within 10.4 ft of the wetland. There is no construction within the wetlands themselves just work adjacent to the wetland. Nature of Variance The house is proposed 10.4 ft from the wetland where 75 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 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 32-2022 CHRISTOPHER DETMER Tax Map ID: 296.11-1-9 / Property Address: 70 Browns Path/ Zoning: MDR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: The applicant proposes to construct a new single family dwelling with an attached garage. The home is 2,200 sq ft. The project site contains wetlands. The project also includes site work for retaining wall, septic, and driveway area. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179- 6-050, chapter 94, a site plan for hard surface within 50 ft of the shoreline and freshwater wetlands work within 100 feet of a wetland 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 32-2022 CHRISTOPHER DETMER Introduced by who moved for its adoption, and a) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that cannot be mitigated with current project proposal. b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 191h day of July 2022 by the following vote: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 47-2022 @ 298 Cleverdale Road Harley Griffiths No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes July 19, 2022 Site Plan 47-202 Harley Griffiths 298 Cleverdale Road/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, site plan, floor plan, elevation, shoreline information Parcel History: AV 34-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: July 2022 / Comments: Concur w/local board. Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Resolutions 1. Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes a 200 sq ft deck addition to an existing bunkhouse of 740 sq ft. No changes are proposed to the existing home's 1,300 sq ft footprint and 1,300 sq ft footprint deck/porch area. Pursuant to chapter 179-3- 040, 179-4-080, site plan for expansion of a non -conforming structure in a CEA and conversion of garage to bunk house 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 site is located 298 Cleverdale Road on a 0.24 ac parcel. • Arrangement- The site has one main home and a bunk house on the property. • Site Design- The project is to add 200 sq ft deck to the existing 740 sq ft bunk house • Building — The existing home and converted garage where in built in the 1920's. The converted garage is now considered a bunk room and the request is for a 200 sq ft deck addition to the bunk house. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The deck is located over 100 ft from the lake and is be placed on existing flat area. The applicant has shown a stone mat under the decking to accommodate stormwater. 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 conditions with photos. The 35 ft width area is to remain as is with no disturbance and no new vegetation. The photos indicate a lawn area with a shrub at the shoreline. 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 -64.5 ft of shoreline per survey -Shoreline buffer 64.5 ft X 35 ft width is 2258sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -2258 /700 = 3.2 round up to 4 —four large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-2258/350 = 6.5 round up to 7 (X7) =49 native shrubs and 7 (X14) herbaceous plants=98 o Shoreline Cutting restrictions- Section 179-6-050 0 - Shoreline lots are allowed water access and beaches where 30% of the shoreline or maximum of 75 ft whichever is less - 64.5 ft Shoreline X 30%= 19.35 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 shown on the plans. A reminder should be provided to the applicant that light fixtures should be down cast. • Site details -The plans and photos indicate the garage door still remains but is permanently closed - the board may request a more permanent closure be provided so it is clear that the structure is not a garage. The project review includes the conversion of the existing garage to a bunk house. • Utility details -Septic system was designed for 6 bedrooms and was granted a local board of health approval in 2021. The site draws water from the lake for the main house and the bunk house • Elevations, Floor plans -The plans show the floor plan for the bunk house with 2 bedrooms. Elevation plans or photos of each side of the building would be beneficial to the plan file. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, k. topography, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, , q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. o The waivers requested -Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as these items are typically associated with commercial projects. The applicant has provided p floor plans, j. stormwater information,1. landscaping existing conditions. • 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 deck and stairs of 200 sq ft is proposed 1.4 ft from the property line where 20 ft setback is required. The project is an expansion of a non -conforming structure. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setbacks and expansion of a non -conforming structure. Meeting History: 1" Meeting IVAO 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 34-2022 HARLEY GRIFFITHS Tax Map ID: 226.12-1-86/ Property Address: 298 Cleverdale Road / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes a 200 sq ft deck addition to an existing bunkhouse of 740 sq ft. No changes are proposed to the existing home's 1,300 sq ft footprint and 1,300 sq ft footprint deck/porch area. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-4-080, site plan for expansion of a non -conforming structure in a CEA 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 34-2022 HARLEY GRIFFITHS, 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 19th day of July 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 51-2021 & Freshwater Wetlands 10- 2022 @ 106 Bay Parkway Brett &Pamela West (Main House) No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes July 19, 2022 Site Plan 51-2021 & Brett & Pamela West (Main House) Freshwater Wetlands 10-2022 106 Bay Parkway/ Waterfront Residential/ Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, site plans, floor plans, elevations, deed, stormwater management report, freshwater wetland permit application, revised plans November, December, January, March, April, July 2022 Parcel History: AV 47-2007, SP 39-2007, SP 89-2016, SP 210-2016, AV 95-2016, AV 57-2021, SP 52-2021, AV 30-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: July 2022 (FWW) /Comments: Concur w/local board. Informal staff comments relating to identifying wetlands area and compliance with DEC guidelines. Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Resolutions 1. Recommendation Proiect Description (Revised 6/15/2022) Applicant proposes to demo existing home and shed to construct a new two story home with a 5,436 sq ft footprint with a garage. Also included is installation of permeable pavers for patio, driveway areas and a covered walkway between the two properties. The new floor area will be 8,670 sq ft where the maximum allowed is 8,687 sq ft. The project includes site work for new landscaping shoreline and residential house, septic, and stormwater management. Additionally, work to be done is within 100 feet of a designated wetland. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, Chapter 94, Chapter 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA, work adjacent to wetland, and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks to wetland. Planning Board shall make a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 106 Bay Parkway on a parcel of 0.91 acres. • Arrangement- The project involves a tear down and construction of a new home. The project includes installation of a new septic system, stormwater management, and drive -way area. The existing home is a log style home building approximately in 1941. The project plans show the location of hard -surfacing site work within 50 ft of the shoreline. • Building — The home to be constructed is 5,436 sq ft footprint includes a porte-cochere and an attached garage. The patio are to be installed is 1,800 sq ft. The project includes a covered walkway of 692 sq ft that is to extend from the proposed house to a new home on the adjoining property. The new floor area is 8,670 sq ft. • Site conditions -The property is an odd configuration where most of the site will be disturbed for construction but minimal disturbance of the shoreline. Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The project includes 0.54 acres of disturbance and plans show the silt fence location on the property. The grading of the property is also shown between 323 to 325 for the finished floor. The project is subject to a major stormwater permit as the project consists of greater than 15000 sq ft of disturbance. The plans show the rain garden locations. The applicant has provided an updated response package for the Town Designated Engineer to review. Landscape plan- The project site is located on Lake George and is subject to the shoreline buffer review. The applicant has indicated a new set of plantings to occur around the house. No plantings along the shoreline are to be removed. There are some new plantings on the east shoreline proposed. 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 -465 ft of shoreline per survey -Shoreline buffer 465 ft X 35 ft width is 16,275 sq ft -Shoreline buffer area-16,275 /700 = 23.25 round up to 24 -twenty-four large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-16,275/350 = 46.5 round up to 47 (X7) =329 native shrubs and 47 (X14) herbaceous plants=65 8 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 - 465 ft Shoreline X 30%= 139.5 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 -Lighting information was not provided and Staff suggests confirming residential light fixtures are downward cast cutoff. • Utility details -The plan shows anew holding tank system to be installed. Approved by the local BOH. The water supply is drawn from the lake. • Elevations -The elevations show the view of the home, an attached porte cochere (second garage), an attached garage and the covered open walkway. • Floor plans -The first floor plan shows, living room area, kitchen, dining room, the porte-cochere, media room, small office, game room, and a three car garage. Note the area labeled wet bar will have no kitchen elements. The second floor plan shows bathrooms, closets, bedrooms, and the garage area will be open with no second floor. • 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 information on 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. Freshwater Wetland The applicant has provided an updated plan showing the location of the wetland area. The wetland area is about 1,019 sq ft as noted on the Freshwater wetland permit. Nature of Variance Granted 3/23/2022. The new home is to be located 46 ft. to the east shoreline, 35 ft. to the west shoreline where 50 ft. is required. The covered walkway is to be 0 ft. from the west side setback where a 20 ft. setback is required. The project proposes two garages where only one is allowed — the porte-cochere is considered a garage due to width of open sides allowing vehicles. Relief is also requested for setbacks for stormwater devices. Note: Permeability 77.9% is proposed where 75% is required- no permeability relief is requested. The floor area proposed is 8,670 sq ft where 8, 687 sq ft is the maximum size allowed —no floor area relief is requested. New Variance Applicant proposes the garage section of the home to be located 10 ft from the wetland area where 50 ft is required and relief from the shallow depression area is also being requested. Summary The applicant proposes a new variance requiring the recommendation from the Planning Board to the Zoning Board for setback relief for the building to the wetland and shallow depression area. Meeting History: PB: 9/28/2021, 11/16/2021, 12/16/2021, 2/22/2022, 3/29/2022, 4/26/2022, 5/19/2022; ZBA: 9/29/2021, 10/27/2021, 12/15/2021, 2/16/22, 3/23/2022 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 30-2022 BRETT & PAMELA WEST (MAIN HOUSE) Tax Map ID: 226.15-1-17/ Property Address: 106 Bay Parkway / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: (Revised 6/15/2022) Applicant proposes to demo existing home and shed to construct a new two story home with a 5,436 sq ft footprint with a garage. Also included is installation of permeable pavers for patio, driveway areas and a covered walkway between the two properties. The new floor area will be 8,670 sq ft where the maximum allowed is 8,687 sq ft. The project includes site work for new landscaping shoreline and residential house, septic, and stormwater management. Additionally, work to be done is within 100 feet of a designated wetland. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6- 065, Chapter 94, Chapter 147, site plan for a new floor area in a CEA, work adjacent to wetland, and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks to wetland. Planning Board shall make 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 BRETT & PAMELA WEST (MAIN HOUSE) Introduced by who moved for its adoption, and a) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that cannot be mitigated with current project proposal. b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 191h day of July 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 Subdivision Preliminary 6-2022 & Subdivision Final 7-2022 @ 199 Corinth Road Frank Parillo No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes July 19, 2022 Subdivision Preliminary 6-2022 & Frank Parillo Subdivision Final 7-2022 199 Corinth Road/ Commercial Intensive- Exit 18/ Ward 4 SEQR Unlisted Material Review: subdivision plat, preliminary and final applications, waiver request, long EAF Parcel History: SV 53-2011, SP 54-2011, SP 31-2012, SP 2-2013, AV 74-2016, SP 54- 2016, AV 33-2022 Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Resolutions 1. Recommendation Proiect Description Applicant proposes a 2 lot commercial subdivision of a 4.39 acre parcel. The new parcels will be 1.29 acres with the existing Taco Bell and a 3.1 acre corner lot that will be vacant. The 1.29 acre parcel is developed for Taco Bell with one exit point to Corinth Road. Waivers are requested for landscaping, clearing, grading, and erosion control and stormwater since no new development is proposed at this time. The Taco Bell building of 2,863 sq ft and site remain as is. Pursuant to chapter 183, projects subject to subdivision for 2 lots shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for site access. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments Sketch Plan Stage — sketch plan was not applied for this parcel Preliminary Stage • Preliminary Plat o The overall plans shows the property to be subdivided on Corinth Road near to the Northway Exit 18. • Layout plans — o The plans indicated 2 commercial lots proposed. One lot of 1.29 acres has the existing Taco Bell building and the second lot of 3.1 acres is a vacant area. • Construction details — o The plans identify the existing Taco Bell building with parking and drive areas for the 1.29 ac parcel. The 3.1 acre parcel shows the access are to Taco Bell and that it would be corner lot. • Landscape plans — o The number of lots does not trigger a landscape plan. The applicant has requested a waiver from landscape plans. • Clearing plan o The plans show the existing conditions where the site has the existing building and remaining land is meadow with a few trees. The applicant has requested a waiver from the clearing plans 0 • Grading and erosion plans — o Grading and erosion plans as well as topography are not shown on the plans. The applicant has requested a waiver from the grading, erosion and topography plans. • The Environmental report — o The applicant has completed a long environmental assessment form as required for subdivisions. • Statement of Intent- o A deed was provided • Stormwater management — o A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan has not been provided — the application is requesting a waiver. • Fees — o per application $50 for preliminary, $100 for final stage with $50 per lot, and $50 for Area Variance • Waivers — o The applicant requests waivers from the Topography plan, Landscape plan, Clearing plan, grading erosion control and stormwater plans. Final Stage Review — Final Plat -subdivision for 2 lots. • State/County agency —Planning and Zoning Board, • Other plans reports —Stormwater management —waiver requested • Protected open space —none proposed. Nature of Variance The applicant proposes a two lot commercial subdivision where the 1.29 acre parcel with Taco Bell building access is located on the proposed 3.2 acre parcel. Relief is requested for direct access. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for access from an adjoin parcel. The Planning Board should discuss the waivers being requested may require site plan as a condition of any work to be done on the site. Meeting History: I" Meeting INZ Town of Queensbury Community Development Office f 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION -Planning Board Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Area Variance 33-2022 FRANK PARILLO Tax Map ID: 309.13-2-2/ Property Address: 199 Corinth Road / Zoning: CI-18 The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes a 2 lot commercial subdivision of a 4.39 acre parcel. The new parcels will be 1.29 acres with the existing Taco Bell and a 3.1 acre corner lot that will be vacant. The 1.29 acre parcel is developed for Taco Bell with one exit point to Corinth Road. Waivers are requested for landscaping, clearing, grading, and erosion control and stormwater since no new development is proposed at this time. The Taco Bell building of 2,863 sq ft and site remain as is. Pursuant to chapter 183, projects subject to subdivision for 2 lots shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for site access. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Town of Queensbury Zoning Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 J 2 b. requires the Planning Board to provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require both Zoning Board of Appeals & Planning Board approval; The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the variance application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding community, and found that: MOTION TO MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEHALF OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS FOR AREA VARIANCE NO.33-2022 FRANK PARILLO; 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. I' b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 191h day of July 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.82201 Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 46-2022 @ 726 Glen Street Matt Flint/Mary Jane Canale Public Hearing Scheduled SEAR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes July 19, 2022 Site Plan 46-2022 Matt Flint/ Mary Jane Canale 726 Glen Street/ Commercial Intensive/ Ward 2 SEQR Type II Material Review: application, site drawing, building photos Parcel History: Subdivision 3-2007, SP 1-2006 SP 46-2006 — all related to Rite Aid project Warren Co Referral Sent: July 2022 / Comments: Concur w/local board. Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for the reuse of an existing building for a printing company. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes to reuse an existing 2,880 sq ft building for a printing company. Site has 17 existing parking spaces. The exterior and interior of the building are to remain the same. A sign for the company will be over the door. Site conditions for lighting, parking, and green space will remain the same. Pursuant to chapter 179-3- 040, 179-9-020, site plan for a new commercial use that hasn't had a site plan in the past seven years shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 726 Glen Street on a 1.25 ac parcel. • Arrangement- The site has an existing 2,880 sq ft building and a 600 sq ft pavilion. • Site Design- There are no changes to the site proposed. • Building - There are no changes to the exterior of the building other than adding a sign. • Traffic- 17 parking spaces on the site to remain with no changes. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -There are no changes proposed. • Landscape plan -There are no changes proposed • Site lighting plan -The applicant site plans show the light pole fixtures that are on site • Utility details -There are no changes proposed • Signage-The applicant has shown signage on the building and two windows. The applicant will need to supply dimensions and confirm the window signage is code compliant. • Elevations -The applicant has provided building photos of all four sides. There are no changes to the building proposed. • Floor plans- The floor plans were provided showing two office areas, production and finishing along with storage and bathrooms. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, 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 as the project involves no site changes and all changes are interior. The applicant has provided information on g. site lighting, h. signage, and 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. Summary The applicant has completed site plan review application for the reuse of the existing building and site for a printing services shop. Meeting History: 1" Meeting GW.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 46-2022 MATT FLINT/MARY JANE CANALE Tax Map ID: 302.6-1-55.1 / Property Address: 726 Glen Street / Zoning: CI The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes to reuse an existing 2,880 sq ft building for a printing company. Site has 17 existing parking spaces. The exterior and interior of the building are to remain the same. A sign for the company will be over the door. Site conditions for lighting, parking, and green space will remain the same. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-9-020, site plan for a new commercial use that hasn't had a site plan in the past seven years 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 7/19/2022 and continued the public hearing to 7/19/2022 when it was closed, The Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted by the applicant and all comments made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including 7/19/2022; The Planning Board determines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval, MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 46-2022 MATT FLINT/MARY JANE CANALE; Introduced by who moved for its adoption; Per the draft provided by staff conditioned upon the following conditions: 1) Waivers request 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. 3) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution. a) If application was referred to engineering, then engineering sign -off required prior to signature of Zoning Administrator of the approved plans; Page 1 of 2 Phone: 518.763..8220 1 Fax: 53.8.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 3.28041 www.queensbury.net b) 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, c) 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; d) The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Building Permit and/or the beginning of any site work; e) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with this and all other conditions of this resolution; f) 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; g) Resolution to be placed on final plans in its entirety and legible. Duly adopted this 191h day of July 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.76i.8220 I Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 48-2022 @ 330 Aviation Road Tyler Russell Public Hearing Scheduled SEAR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Site Plan 48-2022 SEQR Material Review: Parcel History Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes July 19, 2022 Tyler Russell 330 Aviation Road/ Neighborhood Commercial/ Ward 3 Type II application, site plan, floor plan, elevations SP 23-98, SP 1-89, AV 11-89, SP 12-93, AV 55-93, SP 47-93, SP 75-95, UV 53-1992, UV 14-1993, UV 85-1995, UV 22-1998 Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for the reuse of an existing building for a bottle and can redemption center. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes to reuse an existing 2,668 sq ft building to operate a bottle and can redemption center. The exterior of the building is to be painted to clean up building appearance. There are no proposed site changes. The parcel is a corner lot. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for a new commercial use in an existing building shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 330 Aviation Road on a 0.29 ac parcel. • Arrangement- There are no changes to the existing building location and the arrangement on the site between Aviation and Dixon Roads. • Building - The site has an existing 2,668 sq ft building with a %2 story area of 728 sq ft. • Traffic- The site has 17 parking spaces noted on the plan. The applicant has indicated the garage door will remain for pick up of redemption. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant proposes no changes to the site and requests a waiver. • Landscape plan -The applicant has indicated there will be planters installed towards north west area of the property. • Site lighting plan- Existing canopy lighting at the building to remain and no new lighting proposed. The internal light will be updated with energy efficient internal lights. • Utility details -The site is serviced by municipal water. The site has an on -site septic system. • Signage-The applicant has indicated two wall signs of 30 sq ft are to be painted on the wall area on Aviation and Dixon Road sides. The existing sign pole is to remain but unused. • Elevations -The applicant has provided photos of all four sides of the building. • Floor plans -The applicant has provided information for the first floor area for container returns, office area and bathrooms. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items j. stormwater, k. topography, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal. • The waivers requested —Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as the applicant proposes no site changes including the building changes exterior are for painting only and the internal are adjustments for redemption facility. The applicant has provided information on g. site lighting, h. signage, 1. landscaping, n traffic p floor plans and s. snow removal • Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application for the reuse of the existing building for a bottle and can redemption facility. Meeting History: 1"Meeting OVAC 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 48-2022 TYLER RUSSELL Tax Map ID: 301.8-1-19 / Property Address: 330 Aviation Road / Zoning: NC The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes to reuse an existing 2,668 sq ft building to operate a bottle and can redemption center. The exterior of the building is to be painted to clean up building appearance. There are no proposed site changes. The parcel is a corner lot. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for a new commercial use in an existing building 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; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 7/19/2022 and continued the public hearing to 7/19/2022 when it was closed, The Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted by the applicant and all comments made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including 7/19/2022; The Planning Board determines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval, MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 48-2022 TYLER RUSSELL; Introduced by who moved for its adoption; Per the draft provided by staff conditioned upon the following conditions: 1) Waivers request 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. 3) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution. a) If application was referred to engineering, then engineering sign -off required prior to signature of Zoning Administrator of the approved plans; b) 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, c) 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; d) The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Building Permit and/or the beginning of any site work; Page 1 of 2 Phone: 518.761.82201 Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net e) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with this and all other conditions of this resolution; f) 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; g) Resolution to be placed on final plans in its entirety and legible. Duly adopted this 191h day of July 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 53.8.761.82201 Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net