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Staff Notes for 2/21/2023STAFF NOTES FEBRUARY 21, 2023 Queensbury Planning Board Agenda _ Second Regular Meeting: Tuesday, February 21, 2023 / Time 7 — 11 pm - Queensbury Activities Center @ 742 Bay Road Old Business: Town Board Referral: Applicant(s) GARDEN WORLD ASSOCIATES Application Type Site Plan 69-2022 i l Petition for Zone Change 5-2022 Owner (s) Same as applicant �' SEQR Type _J Type I Agent(s) Hutchins En ift M Lot size .32 acres, .76 acres Location ( 2 Carlton Driv 5 ji> Ward: 2 Zoning Classification: MDR, CI Tax ID No. 302.5-1-49, 302.5-1-50 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-15-040 Cross Reference SP 49-2017, AV 44-2017, AV 50-2022 Warren Co. Referral October 2022 Public Hearing November 29, 2022; January 24, 2023; February Site Information Travel Corridor Overlay 21, 2023 i Project Description: Applicant proposes a change of zone for a 0.32 acre parcel at 2 Carlton Dive identified as Parcel # 302.5-1-49 from Moderate Density Residential to Commercial Intensive. The project also includes a parking lot expansion of a 0.76 acre parcel at 537 Aviation Road with the 0.32 j acre parcel. The project includes associated site work to increase parking to 86 spaces. The project also includes a parcel merge. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-15-040, petition of zone change, Town Board referral, SEQR for petition of zone change and parking expansion, Zoning Board of Appeals for variance relief and Planning Board recommendation shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The Planning Board may accept lead agency, review SEQR and provide recommendation. Variance: Relief is sou hg t for permeability. Old Business Applicant(s) _QUEENSBURY REALTY PARTNERS Site Plan 8-2023 Owner (s) John Jarosz &Anne Jarosz ( SEQR Tyke _� Type II Agent(s) Bohler Engineering Lot size 0.51 acre Location 920 State Route 9 Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: CM Tax ID No. ( 296.17-1-45 Ordinance Reference ( 179-3-040, 179-7-050, 179-8-050 Cross Reference AV 6-2023 Warren Co. Referral February 2023 Public Hearing February 21, 2023 Site Information Travel Corridor Project Description: Applicant proposes a demolition of the existing building to construct a new single story 3,516 sq ft medical building. The site work includes a new parking and access to Sweet Road. The plans include new landscaping, lighting and stormwater management. Pursuant to chapter 179-3- 040, 179-7-050, 179-8-050, site plan for new construction and site work in a CI zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Applicant(s) MARC & BETSY FUCHS Application Type Site Plan 7-2023 j Owner (s) Same as applicant SEQR Type Type II --. Agents) Harold H. Guertze & Company, Inc. Lot size .65 acre Location 19 Wood Point Lane Ward: 1 ( Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. 239.14-1-2 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-5-020 Cross Reference SP 49-98, AV 48-02, AV 36-2010, AV 17-2014, SP Warren Co. Referral February 2023 15-2014, AV 5-2023 _ Public Hearing February 21, 2023 Site Information ( CEA, APA, LGPC, slopes Project Description: Applicant proposes a partially open carport addition with a footprint of 272.25 sq ft to be added to the existing 509 sq ft garage. The carport will be on the North side of the garage. The existing 2,910 sq ft home to remain. The floor area will be 3,686 sq ft. The project is an expansion of a non -conforming structure. Pursuant to chapters 179-3-040, 179-6-065 & 179-5-020, site plan for new floor area in a CEA and expansion of a non -conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Applicant(s) { GERALDINE EBERLEIN Application Type { Site Plan 5-2023 Owner (s) i Same as applicant SEAR Type { Type II j Agent(s) Studio A Lot size { 0.31 acre Location 12 Seel e ad` Ward: 1 { Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. 227.17-1-2 . Ordinance Reference { 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-6-050 Cross Reference AV 70-2007, AV 4-2023 { Warren Co. Referral { February 2023 Public Hearing ( February 21, 2023 { Site Information CEA, APA, LGPC i Project Description: Applicant proposes demolition of an existing home and guest cottage to construct a new home with a footprint of 2,411 sq ft, an outdoor kitchen of 234 sq ft and a new floor area of 3,343 sq ft. The project includes associated site work for new permeable driveway, stormwater management, and shoreline landscaping. The project includes installation of a new septic system on the adjoining property. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3- 040, 179-6-065, 179-6-050, site plan for new floor area in a CEA and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Applicant(s) ( _GARY CHARLEBOIS { Application Type ( Site Plan 9-2023 Owner (s) Gary & Barbara Charlebois Revocable Trust SEQR Type Unlisted Agent(s) Ruckinski Hall Architecture ( Lot size ( 1.76 acres Location { 39 Boulevard Ward: 2 { Zoning Classification: CLI Tax ID No. { 303.20-2-18 { Ordinance Reference { 179-3-040 Cross Reference SP 5-89, AV 9-1989, AV 10-1989, SP 11-2000, SP 53-2000, AV 7-2023 Warren Co. Referral I February 2023 j Public Hearing February 21, 2023 { Site Information { Feeder Canal Project Description: Applicant proposes a 9,192 sq ft addition for an update to an existing HVAC company. The addition is for a new warehouse, loading dock and update to the floor plan. The existing building is 6,099 sq ft. The project includes site work for stormwater management, lighting and parking area, and disturbance of 32,000 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for building addition, site work in the CLI zone, and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline of Champlain Canal shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Applicant(s) SHARON SERINI Application Type ' Site Plan 10-2023 I Freshwater Wetlands 2-2023 Owner (s) Same as a n _ SEQR Type ape II _..i Agents) EDP M L M U Lot size .20 acre Location 15 Private Road # 1 Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. 240.9-1-4 ( Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-065, & 179-8-040 Cross Reference ( AV 8-2023 { Warren Co. Referral { February 2023 Public Hearing { February 21, 2023 ( Site Information ( CEA, APA, LGPC, wetlands Project Description: Applicant proposes a 2 story home with a footprint of 918 sq ft, a porch area of 160 sq ft and a floor area of 1,440 sq ft. The project includes a septic system, stormwater management, with disturbance of 7,000 sq ft. The plan includes a vegetative plan for removal and plantings to remain. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, & 179-8-040, site plan for new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. New Business Applicant(s) HOSPITALITY SYRACUSE/BINLEY Application Type FLORIST ( Subdivision Preliminary 1-2023 Subdivision Final 2-2023 _ Owner (s) { Bintey Florist, Inc./Wallace Hirsch SEQR Type Unlisted Agent(s) Bohler Engineering { Lot size 7.21 acres Location { 773 Quaker Road { Ward: 2 ( Zoning Classification: Cl _ Tax ID No. 303.15-1-27 { Ordinance Reference 183 Cross Reference SP 14-2005, SP 44-2014, AV 17-2017, DISC 3- 2017, SP 21-2017 Warren Co. Referral n/a Public Hearing { February 21, 2023 Site Information { Project Description: Applicant proposes a two lot commercial subdivision of a 7.18 acre parcel. Parcel one will be 1.35 acres with a new restaurant project and parcel two will be 5.83 acres and maintain the existing Binley's Florist buildings. Parcel two will also require minor site modifications to accommodate the new restaurant. Pursuant to Chapter 183, site plan for site work on the first parcel and site modifications on lot two shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. 1 Applicant(s) TRACEY HOLDINGS LLC. ( Application Type Site Plan 6-2023 Owner (s) ( Same as applicant SEQR Type Type II Agent(s) Peter Blasioli Lot size 3.93 ac, 2.96 ac, 0.46 ac (7.35 acres total) Location 280 & 283 Corinth Road Ward: 4 Zoning Classification: CLI Tax ID No. ( 308.16-1-82.1, 308.16-1-82.2, 308.16-1-80 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040 Cross Reference SP 59-2018, SP (M) 36-2021 Warren Co. Referral February 2023 Public Hearin February 21, 2023 ( Site Information Project Description: Applicant proposes to merge three parcels to create a 7.35 acre parcel maintaining the existing entrance and building (22,606 sq ft). The project includes removal of trees between the house lot and the business lot and installation of large boulders at the front of the property. The existing house is to be demolished and site work for updated display area. Additional trees may be removed along the west property line of current parcel 82.1 and 82.2. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for site development and tree removal shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. - Any further business which may be properly brought before the Board - Site Plan 69-2022 & Petition of Zone Change 5- 2022 @ 2 Carlton Drive, 537 Aviation Road Garden World Associates Public Hearing Scheduled SEAR Type I Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board "W Community Development Department Staff Notes February 21, 2023 Site Plan 69-2022 & GARDEN WORLD ASSOCIATES Petition of Zone Change 5-2022 2 Carlton Dr/537 Aviation Rd / Moderate Density Residential/Commercial Intensive / Ward 2 SEQR Type I Material Review: petition of zone change, site plan, area variance, site plan, Parcel History: SP 49-2017, AV 44-2017, AV 50-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: October 2022 / Comments: Concur w/local board. Informal staff comments: Encourage discussion regarding stormwater runoff, snow removal, parking, and natural vegetative barriers. Requested Action Application to be Tabled to March 301h pending ZBA review on March 291h Resolutions Tabling. Project Description Applicant proposes a change of zone for a 0.32 acre parcel at 2 Carlton Dive identified as Parcel # 302.5-1-49 from Moderate Density Residential to Commercial Intensive. The project also includes a parking lot expansion of a 0.76 acre parcel at 537 Aviation Road with the 0.32 acre parcel. The project includes associated site work to increase parking to 84 spaces. The project also includes a parcel merge. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179- 15-040, petition of zone change, Town Board referral, SEQR for petition of zone change and parking expansion, Zoning Board of Appeals for variance relief and Planning Board recommendation shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The Planning Board may accept lead agency, review SEQR and provide recommendation. Variance: Relief is sought for permeability. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 2 Carlton Drive and 537 Aviation Road where the two properties are to be merged for a parcel area of 1.09 ac. • Arrangement- The site has an existing residence at 2 Carlton and a Restaurant & Store at 537 Aviation Road. • Site Design- The project work is for the removal of the residence at 2 Carlton and associated elements then to pave a portion of the 0.32 ac parcel for 32 spaces. The remaining portion of 0.32 ac is to be used for plantings and stormwater management. • Building - The residence at 2 Carlton is to be removed and the Restaurant & Store 6,450 sq ft footprint. • Traffic- The applicant has indicated with the new parcel being converted to parking area there is to be 84 parking spaces on site where 50 are required. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant has indicated the existing Silo restaurant site will not change the existing stormwater management. The plans have been provided to engineering for review and comment. • Landscape plan -The Plans show the new landscaping around the new parking area. The board should discuss the 50 ft buffer requirement between uses as the adjoining property is MDR. The change in Zone of the parcel from MDR to Cl. • Site lighting plan -No additional lighting is proposed • Utility details -There are no changes to the utility connections for the Silo for the proposed project • Signage-There are no changes to the signs on site for free standing or wall. • Elevations and Floor plans -There are no changes to the existing Silo building. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. Signage, 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 for these items as there are no changes to the existing building site and the new parking area includes stormwater management and landscaping as part of the project review. The applicant has included the following information j. stormwater, k. topography,1. landscaping, n traffic • 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 Tabled 2/15/2023.Applicant proposes additional hard -surfacing for parking associated with the Silo Restaurant. The relief requested where 30% permeable is required and 13.9% is proposed. Summary Planning Board to table application pending ZBA review. Additional information due by March 3`d. Public hearing to be opened and left open. Tentative Schedule • September 2022 Town Board — referral to Planning Board and consent to Lead Agency (completed) • October 2022 Planning Board — seeks Lead Agency • November 2022 (30 days) May accept Lead Agency, Planning Board may conduct SEQR, may provide recommendation to Town Board, May provide recommendation to Zoning Board • December 2022 Meeting Town Board, • January 2023 Meeting: Town Board Public Hearing Change of Zone • March 2023 Meeting: Planning Board and Zoning Board Meeting History: PB: 10/18/2022, 11/29/2022, 1/24/2023; ZBA: 1/18/2023, 2/15/2023 7lam 0,:3 LaBeRa Powered by partnership. February 10, 2023 Mr. Craig Brown Zoning Administrator and Code Compliance Officer Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, New York 12804 Delivered via email only: CraiaB@ciueensbury.net Re: Garden World Associates Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York Labella Project # 2220706.45 Queensbury Ref #SP69-2022 Dear Mr. Brown: LaBella Associates has received the latest submission responding to comments offered by LaBella on October 12, 2022. Based upon our review, LaBella has no further technical comments. In the event the Planning Board or Town staff have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at (518) 824-1932. Sincerely, Richard Adams, PE Senior Civil Engineer cc: Shauna Baker, Town Planning Office Administrator (via email) Laura Moore, Town Land Use Planner (via e-mail) File 20 Elm Street E Suite 110 1 Glens Falls. NY 128o1 { p (518) 812-0513 www.LabeLLapc.com Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — TABLE SITE PLAN 69-2022 & PETITION OF ZONE CHANGE 5-2022 GARDEN WORLD ASSOCIATES Tax Map ID: 302.5-1-49, 302.5-1-50 / Property Address: 2 Carlton Dr/537 Aviation Rd / Zoning: Cl Applicant proposes a change of zone for a 0.32 acre parcel at 2 Carlton Dive identified as Parcel # 302.5-1- 49 from Moderate Density Residential to Commercial Intensive. The project also includes a parking lot expansion of a 0.76 acre parcel at 537 Aviation Road with the 0.32 acre parcel. The project includes associated site work to increase parking to 86 spaces. The project also includes a parcel merge. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-15-040, petition of zone change, Town Board referral, SEQR for petition of zone change and parking expansion, Zoning Board of Appeals for variance relief and Planning Board recommendation shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The Planning Board may accept lead agency, review SEQR and provide recommendation. Variance: Relief is sought for permeability. MOTION TO TABLE SITE PLAN 69-2022 & PETITION OF ZONE CHANGE 5-2022 GARDEN WORLD ASSOCIATES. Introduced by who moved for its adoption, Tabled until the March 30, 2023 Planning Board meeting pending Zoning Board of Appeals decision. Duly adopted this 21" day of February 2023 by the following vote: EVA-= NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 8-2023 @ 920 State Route 9 Queensbury Realty Partners Public hearing scheduled SEQR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes February 21, 2023 Site Plan 8-2023 QUEENSBURY REALTY PARTNERS 920 State Route 9 / Commercial Moderate / Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, site plans, floor plan, elevation, signage, stormwater management, lighting. Parcel History: AV 6-2023 Warren Co Referral Sent: February 2023 / Comments: NCI Requested Action Planning Board review and approval to demolish an existing building to construct a new one story medical building. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes a demolition of the existing building to construct a new single story 3,516 sq ft medical building. The site work includes a new parking and access to Sweet Road. The plans include new landscaping, lighting and stormwater management. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-7-050, 179-8-050, site plan for new construction and site work in a Cl zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is proposed to be located at 920 State Route 9 on a 0.52 acre parcel in the Commercial Intensive zone. • Arrangement- The site has an existing building and parking lot to be demolished. The parcel is located on a corner of State Route 9 and Sweet Road. • Site Design- The project proposes to have access from Sweet Road and not Route 9. The project indicates there is proposed work in the right-of-way areas of the Town and State. The Highway Department is aware of the work and has indicated for the preference of limited work to minimize impacts on Town Vehicles ie snow plows. The board may request additional information the applicant to the work in the NYSDOT right of way ie curbcut closure and sidewalk connection. • Building — The proposed building is to be 3,516 sq ft with a parking area and drive area of 11,720 sq ft. • Site conditions -The project proposes the area along State Route 9 to be lawn area with the building to be less than 75 ft from the front property line. Along Sweet Road, the building is to be less than 75 ft to the property line and access will be from Sweet with two access points. • Traffic- The project requires 7 parking spaces and proposed is 29 parking spaces. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The plans include erosion control measures for the site. The stormwater management is to be underground chamber system. The information has been provided to the Town Designated Engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan -The landscape plan indicates there is to be lawn area towards Route 9 , two new trees of between 2-2.5 caliper and 8 containers of shrub plantings specific for the parking area. The code indicates trees to be at least 3 caliper. The planting plan doesn't seem to reflect the nonresidential landscape elements. • Site lighting plan -The plans show 3 pole light fixtures at 18 ft height, 10 wall sconce fixtures and 2 wall pack fixtures. The average is 3.7 foot candles. A small office indicates 1.0 foot candles would be enough for the site. • Utility details -The project includes connection to the municipal water and sewer lines. • Signage-The signage proposed will trigger a sign variance for the number of signs and the size of signs. The sign information is provided for conceptual. • Elevations -The building is to be approximately 20 ft in height. Additional information should be requested as to exterior utilities such as HVAC location. The plans indicate the color to be brown with accents of red and blue. • Floor plans -The floor plans shows the waiting area, office/reception area, exam and lab rooms. • Waivers -The applicant has requested no waivers. • 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 Area Variance Approved 2/15/2023. The new building is proposed to be 33.4 ft from State Route 9 and 6.0 ft from Sweet Road where a 75 ft setback is required. The south side setback is to be 11.2 ft where a 25 ft setback is required. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application for the construction of new urgent care facility with associate site work. § 179-7-050 Design Element Code Excerpt • Route 9 South District: applies to the commercially zoned lands from Sweet Road to the Glens Falls City line. It is an area of very intensive commercial development with shopping centers surrounded by acres of parking lots. Currently the Route 9 South corridor is characterized by an overabundance of asphalt, smaller shopping plazas, with one row of front parking, and large stores with poorly landscaped parking lots, variable setbacks, limited plantings and no continuity. To help offset traffic congestion, minimal curb cuts and shared drives are encouraged. Primary shop entrances will be located on the street frontage. Most of the parking will be accommodated in the front along the building face and landscape strips. Parking provided primarily in the front with minimal curb cuts reduces street congestion, provides convenient vehicle storage, and promotes a pedestrian friendly corridor on Route 9. Locating truck routes, loading docks and employee parking in the rear while providing two rows of angled parking in the front allows maximum use of existing space. Signage clutter needs to be addressed here. • Rooftop mechanical equipment should be hidden from view and screened with a facade or other architectural treatment ifpossible. • Trees. Trees lining the streets are essential to good urban design. They provide continuity and break up the built environment with greenery. • If the area is served by a bus service, areas shall be designed to accommodate existing or possible (future) bus service. Meeting History: PB: 2/14/2023; ZBA: 2/15/2023 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 8-2023 QUEENSBURY REALTY PARTNERS Tax Map ID: 296.17-1-45 / Property Address: 920 State Route 9 / Zoning: CM The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes a demolition of the existing building to construct a new single story 3,516 sq ft medical building. The site work includes a new parking and access to Sweet Road. The plans include new landscaping, lighting and stormwater management. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-7-050, 179-8-050, site plan for new construction and site work in a Cl zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code -Chapter 179-9-080, the Planning Board has determined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code; As required by General Municipal Law Section 239-m the site plan application was referred to the Warren County Planning Department for its recommendation; The Planning Board made a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals on 2/14/2023; the ZBA approved the variance requests on 2/15/2023; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 2/21/2023 and continued the public hearing to 2/21/2023, 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 2/21/2023; 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 8-2023 QUEENSBURY REALTY PARTNERS; Introduced by who moved for its adoption. According to the draft resolution prepared by Staff with the following: 1) Waivers requested granted/denied; 2) The approval is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval. Applicant is responsible for requesting an extension of approval before the one (1) year time frame has expired. Page 1 of 2 Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net 3) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution. a) The limits of clearing will constitute a no -cut buffer zone, orange construction fencing shall be installed around these areas and field verified by Community Development staff; b) If applicable, the Sanitary Sewer connection plan must be submitted to the Wastewater Department for its review, approval, permitting and inspection; c) If curb cuts are being added or changed a driveway permit is required. A building permit will not be issued until the approved driveway permit has been provided to the Planning Office; d) If application was referred to engineering then Engineering sign -off required prior to signature of Zoning Administrator of the approved plans; e) Final approved plans should have dimensions and setbacks noted on the site plan/survey, floor plans and elevation for the existing rooms and proposed rooms in the building and site improvements;- f) If required, the applicant must submit a copy of the following to the Town: a. The project NOI (Notice of Intent) for coverage under the current "NYSDEC SPDES General Permit from Construction Activity" prior to the start of any site work. b. The project NOT (Notice of Termination) upon completion of the project; c. The applicant must maintain on their project site, for review by staff: i. The approved final plans that have been stamped by the Town Zoning Administrator. These plans must include the project SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) when such a plan was prepared and approved; ii. The project NOI and proof of coverage under the current NYSDEC SPDES General Permit, or an individual SPDES permit issued for the project if required. g) Final approved plans, in compliance with the Site Plan, must be submitted to the Community Development Department before any further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building and Codes personnel; h) The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Building Permit and/or the beginning of any site work; i) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with this and all other conditions of this resolution; j) As -built plans to certify that the site plan is developed according to the approved plans to be provided prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy. k) This resolution is to be placed in its entirety on the final plans Duly adopted this 21" day of February 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.761.82201 Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 7-2023 @ 19 Wood Point Lane Marc & Betsy Fuchs Public hearing scheduled SEAR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board at Community Development Department Staff Notes February 21, 2023 Site Plan 7-2023 MARC & BETSY FUCHS 19 Wood Point Lane / Waterfront Residential / Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, elevations, floor plan, survey and site plans Parcel History: SP 49-98, AV 48-02, AV 36-2010, AV 17-2014, SP 15-2014, AV 5-2023 Warren Co Referral Sent: February 2023 / Comments: NCI Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for a partially open carport addition to an existing garage. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes a partially open carport addition with a footprint of 272.25 sq ft to be added to the existing 509 sq ft garage. The carport will be on the North side of the garage. The existing 2,910 sq ft home to remain, the floor area will be 3,686 sq ft. The project is an expansion of a non -conforming structure. Pursuant to chapters 179-3-040, 179-6-065 & 179-5-020, site plan for new floor area in a CEA and expansion of a non- conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 19 Woods Point Lane on 0.69 ac parcel located in the Waterfront Residential Zone, Lake George. • Arrangement- The project site has an existing home and detached garage that are to remain. • Building — The carport addition is to be 272.25 sq ft including the roof. The existing home of 2,910 sq ft footprint remains the same. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The plans identify an eave trench area of 18.5 ft in length, 1.5 ft in depth, 2.5 ft in width with crushed stone and fabric for the stormwater from the carport roof. The information has been provided to the Town Designated Engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan -The applicant is requesting a waiver from the landscaping plan as the project is 98 ft +/- from the shoreline. The RPS imagery indicates a vegetated area with trees and shrubbery. • Site lighting plan -The plans indicate there is to be LED down lighting installed in the carport that are to be motion activated. • Utility details -The applicant has requested a waiver for septic and water information as there are no changes to these utilities. • Elevations -The plans show the elevation of the carport to be a little over 9 ft in height. • Floor plans -The plans show there is an open floor plan and the carport is not enclosed. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items, h. signage, 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 these items are typically associated with commercial projects. The application has provided information: g. site lighting j. stormwater, p floor plans • Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted. Nature of Area Variance Approved 2/15/2023. The applicant carport addition is to be 12.9 ft from the header to the property line where a 20 ft setback is required. The permeability is to be 69.70% where 75% is required. The previous area variance did not identify the permeability for relief. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application for the construction of a carport addition to the existing garage. Meeting History: PB: 2/14/2023; ZBA: 2/15/2023 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 7-2023 MARC & BETSY FUCHS Tax Map ID: 239.14-1-2 / Property Address: 19 Wood Point Lane / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes a partially open carport addition with a footprint of 272.25 sq ft to be added to the existing 509 sq ft garage. The carport will be on the North side of the garage. The existing 2,910 sq ft home to remain. The floor area will be 3,686 sq ft. The project is an expansion of a non -conforming structure. Pursuant to chapters 179-3-040, 179-6-065 & 179-5-020, site plan for new floor area in a CEA 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; 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 2/14/2023; the ZBA approved the variance requests on 2/15/2023; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 2/21/2023 and continued the public hearing to 2/21/2023 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 2/21/2023; 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 7-2023 MARC & BETSY FUCHS; 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; Pagel of 2 Phone: S18.763..8220 I Fax: 53.8.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 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 21s' day of February 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.761..82201 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 gay Road, Queensbury, NY 22804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 5-2023 @ 12 Seelye Road North Geraldine Eberlein Public hearing scheduled SEQR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes February 21, 2023 Site Plan 5-2023 GERALDINE EBERLEIN 12 Seelye Road North / Waterfront Residential / Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, elevations, floor plans, survey, site plans Parcel History: AV 70-2007, AV 4-2023 Warren Co Referral Sent: February 2023 / Comments: NCI Requested Action Application to be tabled pending additional information and public hearing to be opened and left open. Resolutions 1. Tabling Project Description Applicant proposes demolition of an existing home and guest cottage to construct a new home with a footprint of 2,411 sq ft, an outdoor kitchen of 234 sq ft and a new floor area of 3,343 sq ft. The project includes associated site work for new permeable driveway, stormwater management, and shoreline landscaping. The project includes installation of a new septic system on the adjoining property. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-6-050, site plan for new floor area in a CEA and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Summary Application to be tabled pending additional information and public hearing to be opened and left open. Application will be reviewed as Planning Board Recommendation at first Planning Board meeting in March. Meeting History: PB: 2/14/2023; ZBA: 2/15/2023 Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — TABLE SITE PLAN 5-2023 GERALDINE EBERLEIN Tax Map ID: 227.17-1-25 / Property Address: 12 Seelye Road North / Zoning: WR Applicant proposes demolition of an existing home and guest cottage to construct a new home with a footprint of 2,411 sq. ft., an outdoor kitchen of 234 sq. ft. and a new floor area of 3,343 sq. ft. The project includes associated site work for new permeable driveway, stormwater management, and shoreline landscaping. The project includes installation of a new septic system on the adjoining property. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-6-050, site plan for new floor area in a CEA and hard surfacing within 50 ft. of the shoreline shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks, floor area and permeability. The Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. MOTION TO TABLE SITE PLAN 5-2023 GERALDINE EBERLEIN. Introduced by who moved for its adoption, Tabled until the March 21", 2023 Planning Board meeting. Duly adopted this 21" day of February 2023 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 9-2023 @ 39 Boulevard Gary Charlebois Public hearing scheduled Unlisted SEQR Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes February 21, 2023 Site Plan 9-2023 GARY CHARLEBOIS 39 Boulevard / Commercial Light Industrial / Ward 2 SEQR Unlisted Material Review: site plan application, survey, site plans, elevation plans Parcel History: SP 5-89, AV 9-1989, AV 10-1989, SP 11-2000, SP 53-2000, AV 7-2023 Warren Co Referral Sent: February 2023 / Comments: NCI Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for an addition to an existing HVAC company building. Resolutions 1. SEQR 2. PB decision Proiect Description Applicant proposes a 9,192 sq ft addition for an update to an existing HVAC company. The addition is for a new warehouse, loading dock and update to the floor plan. The existing building is 6,099 sq ft. The project includes site work for stormwater management, lighting and parking area, and disturbance of 32,000 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for building addition, site work in the CLI zone, and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline of Champlain Canal shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 39 Boulevard on a 1.723 ac parcel in the Commercial Light Industrial zone. • Arrangement- The existing building, access drive are to remain. The new building is an addition to the existing building and parking area arrangements are part of the project. • Site Design- The area in front of the new addition is to be gravel with an area of new pavement. • Building — The existing building is 6,099 sq ft and the addition is to be 9,384 sq ft single story. • Site conditions -Access to the site and adjoining properties is to remain the same. • Traffic- The parking arrangement indicates 12 spaces existing and 20 spaces proposed. The applicant has indicated the wholesale area is 2,270 sq ft (9.3 parking spaces round up to 10 spaces required -wholesale). The number of employees is 2-3 ( 3 parking spaces required -warehouse), 1 company vehicle (1 parking space required- warehouse) 14 spaces required. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant has indicate there are currently no stormwater issue on the site. The site has existing dry wells to be used for the roof water and an eave trench also for roof water. The information has been provided to the Town Designated Engineer for review and comment. • Landscape plan -The application indicates there is to be grass planted between the new addition and entry drive. The plans do not show existing or proposed plantings for the site. Plans to be updated with planting information. • Site lighting plan -Five wall packs are proposed for the new building. The fixtures are to be downcast with cut-off lens. • Utility details -The site is surfaced by municipal water and on site septic. • Signage-The plans indicate the existing sign is to remain. The existing sign size and wording should be provided. • Elevations -The plans show the elevation of the proposed building with entrance area and overhead door locations. The elevations should include the existing and proposed elevations with dimension on the plans for width, length, and height. • Floor plans -The floor plans for the proposed and existing indicating the space usage. The applicant has indicated the wholesale area is 2,270 sq ft (9.3 parking spaces round up to 10 spaces required), • Waivers -The applicant has not requested waivers and staff suggest additional information be provided for landscaping. The Board may consider the information in regards to percolation test be added to the plans when completed. • The applicant has provided some information for the following: g. site lighting, h. signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans, q. soil logs- applicant has noted the percolation test to be provided in early January, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. • Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted. Nature of Variance Approved 2/15/2023. The new building is to be located 48 feet 11 inches from the Feeder Canal where a 75 ft setback is required. Summary The applicant has completed a site plan application for the construction of the addition to the existing building and associated site work. Meeting History: PB: 2/14/2023; ZBA: 2/15/2023 Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEAR RESOLUTION — Grant Positive or Negative Declaration SITE PLAN 9-2023 GARY CHARLEBOIS Tax Map ID: 302.20-2-18 / Property Address: 39 Boulevard / Zoning: CLI The applicant proposes a 9,192 sq ft addition for an update to an existing HVAC company. The addition is for a new warehouse, loading dock and update to the floor plan. The existing building is 6,099 sq ft. The project includes site work for stormwater management, lighting and parking area, and disturbance of 32,000 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for building addition, site work in the CLI zone, and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline of Champlain Canal shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The proposed action considered by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of Environmental Conservation Regulations implementing the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of the Town of Queensbury; No Federal or other agencies are involved; Part 1 of the Short EAF has been completed by the applicant; Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queensbury Planning Board as lead agency that this project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment, and, therefore, an environmental impact statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is issued. MOTION TO GRANT A POSITIVE DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SITE PLAN 9-2023 GARY CHARLEBOIS. Introduced by who moved for its adoption. As per the resolution prepared by staff. 1. Part II of the Short EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. 2. Part III of the Short EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. Or Part III of the Short EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Duly adopted this 2 1 " day of February 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — Grant / Deny Site Plan Approval SITE PLAN 9-2023 GARY CHARLEBOIS Tax Map ID: 303.50-2-18 / Property Address: 39 Boulevard / Zoning: CLI The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes a 9,192 sq ft addition for an update to an existing HVAC company. The addition is for a new warehouse, loading dock and update to the floor plan. The existing building is 6,099 sq ft. The project includes site work for stormwater management, lighting and parking area, and disturbance of 32,000 sq ft. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for building addition, site work in the CLI zone, and hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline of Champlain Canal 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 made a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals on 2/14/2023; the ZBA approved the variance requests on 2/15/2023; The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 2/21/2023 and continued the public hearing to 2/21/2023, 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 2/21/2023; 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 9-2023 GARY CHARLEBOIS; 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 1742 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 21" day of February 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.761.82201 Fax: 51.8.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 10-2023 & Freshwater Wetlands 2-2023@ 15 Private Road #1 Sharon Serini Public hearing scheduled Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board at Community Development Department Staff Notes February 21, 2023 Site Plan 10-2023 & SHARON SERINI Freshwater Wetlands 2-2023 15 Private Road # 1 / Waterfront Residential / Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, survey, site plans, elevations and floor plans, freshwater wetland permit Parcel History: AV 8-2023 Warren Co Referral Sent: February 2023 / Comments: NCI Requested Action Application to be tabled pending additional information and public hearing to be opened and left open. Resolutions 1. PB decision Proiect Description Applicant proposes a 2 story home with a footprint of 918 sq ft, a porch area of 160 sq ft and a floor area of 1,440 sq ft. The project includes a septic system, stormwater management, with disturbance of 7,000 sq ft. The plan includes a vegetative plan for removal and plantings to remain. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, & 179-8-040, site plan for new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Summary Application to be tabled pending additional information and public hearing to be opened and left open. Application will be reviewed as Planning Board Recommendation at first Planning Board meeting in March. Meeting History: PB: 2/14/2023; ZBA: 2/15/2023 Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — TABLE SITE PLAN 10-2023 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 2-2023 Tax Map ID: 240.9-1-4 / Property Address: 15 Private Road # 1 / Zoning: WR Applicant proposes a 2 story home with a footprint of 918 sq. ft., a porch area of 160 sq. ft. and a floor area of 1,440 sq. ft. The project includes a septic system, stormwater management, with disturbance of 7,000 sq. ft. The plan includes a vegetative plan for removal and plantings to remain. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-065, & 179-8-040, site plan for new floor area in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and house height. The Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. MOTION TO TABLE SITE PLAN 10-2023 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 2-2023 SHARON SERINI. Introduced by who moved for its adoption, Tabled until the March 21, 2023 Planning Board meeting with information due by February 15, 2023. Duly adopted this 21" day of February 2023 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 1-2023 & Subdivision Final 2-2023 @ 773 Quaker Road Hospitality Syracuse/Binley Florist Public hearing scheduled Unlisted SEAR Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board QW. Community Development Department Staff Notes February 21, 2023 Subdivision Preliminary 1-2023 & HOSPITALITY SYRACUSE, INC/BINLEY FLORIST Subdivision Final 2-2023 773 Quaker Road / Commercial Intensive / Ward 2 SEQR Unlisted Material Review: subdivision application for preliminary and final stage, survey, stormwater management, site development plans Parcel History: SP 14-2005, SP 44-2014, AV 17-2017, DISC 3-2017, SP 21-2017 Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for a 2 lot commercial subdivision of a 7.18 acre parcel. Resolutions 1. Sketch Plan Stage waiver 2. SEQR 3. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes a two lot commercial subdivision of a 7.18 acre parcel. Parcel one will be 1.35 acres with a new restaurant project and parcel two will be 5.83 acres and maintain the existing Binley's Florist buildings. Parcel two will also require minor site modifications to accommodate the new restaurant. Pursuant to Chapter 183, site plan for site work on the first parcel and site modifications on lot two shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments Sketch Plan Stage Review - Applicant has requested a waiver from sketch plan. Preliminary Stage Review — • Layout plans —The plans show the two -lot subdivision • Construction details —The subdivision triggers site plan review for Binley's Florist and the Restaurant. There are no changes to the Binley's Florist buildings and greenhouse. • Landscape plans — The plans for the Restaurant show the landscaping for the proposed parcel. • Clearing plan — The plans show minimal clearing as the area for the Restaurant is developed for the Binley's florist business. • Grading and erosion plans, Stormwater management —Application materials have been provided to the Town Designated Engineer for review and comment. • The Environmental report — The project is Unlisted under SEQR and as a subdivision requires the Long Form • Fees —per application. • Waivers —The applicant has requested a waiver from sketch plan stage review. • Open Space —There is no open space proposed for the two lot subdivision • Streets —There are no new streets proposed for the project. The applicant is proposing to minimize the curbcuts by closing two curbcuts. The plan notes the two curbcuts are currently blocked off. Final Stage Review — • Final Plat -subdivision for 2 lots. State/County agency —Planning Board, Other plans reports —Stormwater management Protected open space —none proposed. Summary The applicant proposes a two lot subdivision that include one new restaurant lot and to maintain the existing Binley florist business. Meeting History: 1st Meeting v�r LaBeLLa Powered by partnership. February 15, 2023 Mr. Craig Brown Zoning Administrator and Code Compliance Officer Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, New York 12804 Delivered via email only: CraigB@aueensbury.net Re: Hospitality Syracuse, Inc. Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York LaBella Project # 2220706.63 Queensbury Ref Sub (P)12023 Dear Mr. Brown: LaBella Associates has received a submission package from your office for the above referenced project. The Applicant is proposing to subdivide an existing parcel into two separate parcels and construct a quick serve restaurant on one of the parcels. Information submitted to our office for review includes the following: • Binley Legal Description, prepared by Ausfeld & Waldruff Land Surveyors LLP, dated October 16, 2022; • Deed, prepared by Warren County; • Final Subdivision Application, prepared by Ausfeld & Waldruff Land Surveyors LLP, dated December 29, 2022; • Final Subdivision Plan, prepared byAusfeld & Waldruff Land Surveyors LLP, dated October26, 2022; • Long Form EAF, prepared by Bohler, dated November 3, 2022; • Restaurant Legal Description, prepared by Ausfeld & Waldruff Land Surveyors LLP, dated November 16, 2022; • Rev Waiver Request, prepared by Bohler, undated; • Signed Sketch, Preliminary and Final Meeting Notes, prepared by Bohler, dated December 14, 2022; • Site Development Plans, prepared by Bohler, dated July 19, 2022;- • Subdivision PreliminaryApp, prepared by Bohler, undated; • Subdivision Sketch Plan App, prepared by Bohler, dated November 3, 2022; • Survey; prepared by Ausfeld & Waldruff Land Surveyors LLP, dated July 26, 2022, and; • SWPPP, prepared by Bohler, dated November 16, 2022. Your office has requested that we limit our review to the design of the stormwater system as it relates to compliance of local, state, or relevant codes and regulations. Based upon our review, LaBella offers the following comments for the Town's consideration: 20 Elm Street I Suite iio I Glens Falls, NY 128oi I p (518) 812-0513 www.labellapc.com Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control Comments 1. According to the site plan review application, the proposed site improvements will disturb greater than 1 acre and therefore this project appears to require the preparation of a SWPPP in accordance with the NYSDEC SPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activity (GP-0-20-001) that includes erosion and sediment controls as well as post construction stormwater management practices. 2. Section 179-6-080.A, B, and C of the Town Code state the following: ❑ ; 179-6-080;Stormwater runoff. A. A storm%vater pollution prevention plan consistent :with the requirements of Town Code Chapter 147, Stormwater Management, shall be required as part of the site plan approval process. B. The stormwater drainage plan shall analyze the impacts of the project using at least a twenty -five-year return interval storm for residential projects and a lift -year return interval storm for commercial or industrial projects, and using the analysis procedures in the Town of Queenshury Subdivision Reeulations 1'' j 1 Editors Note: See Ch. A183, Subdivision or Land. C. All stormwater management plans shall be designed so that post -development run -of rates and volumes are equal to or less than pre -development run-oH Post -development direction of low and tripe of discharge shall be the same as pre -development conditions. The application is for a commercial project. As such, a stormwater drainage plan and model shall be provided that shows, at all design points, at least the 50-year return interval storm runoff rates and volumes do not exceed the pre -development condition. A stormwater drainage plan and model for the 1=,10-, and 100- year storms was provided. 3. The proposed site layout reduces the impervious cover by greater than 25%, which is intended to meet the General Permit water quality and quantity standards and the town's stormwater runoff standards. 4. The post -condition HydroCAD model routing diagram only depicts one subcatchment (PR-1A), however the subcatchment map depicts two subcatchments (PR-1A and PR-113). Further, it appears that PR-1B is routed to an on -site proposed detention facility, which does not appear to be modeled. The Applicant to revise or clarify accordingly. 5. In the HydroCAD model, the inflow depth shows a ">" indicating that a time span of 0-24 hours may not be sufficient to realize the full effects of the storm. The Applicant to revise the time span accordingly to realize the full effects of the storm. 6. The SWPPP should be revised to include an analysis of the 1-year storm velocity as the NYS SMDM design standards state, "If the hydrology and hydraulic analysis for the project site shows that the post - construction 1-year 24 hour discharge rate and velocity are less than or equal to the pre -construction discharge rate, providing the 24 hour detention of the 1-year storm to meet the channel protection criteria is not required." As noted above, the proposed detention facility is not modeled, and this facility may meet the standard prescribed above. 7. The stormwater is collected onsite and conveyed to a proposed depression located on the eastern portion of the site. It appears that this depression is not intended as an infiltration practice. However, understanding the soils onsite, it appears that depression could act as a stormwater recharge practice. With that said, the Applicant to clarify that neighboring properties are connected to the public water supply and clarify that the depression is not within 25 feet of an absorption system. 8. The New York State Standards and Specifications for Erosion and Sediment Control (NYS SSESC) states that concrete washout facilities are to be located "a minimum of 100 feet from drainage swales, storm drain inlets, wetlands, streams, and othersurface waters." It appears thatthe concrete washout is within 100 feet of the proposed temporary diversion swale. The Applicant to revise accordingly. 9. The standard and specifications for winter stabilization of the NYS SSESC requires "A temporary site specific, enhanced erosion and sediment control plan to manage runoff and sediment at the site during construction activities in the winter months to protect off -site water resources. This standard applies to all construction activities involved with ongoing land disturbance and exposure between November 15th to the following April 1st." The Applicant shall provide a separate, temporary site specific, enhanced erosion and sediment control plan, if construction activities with ongoing land disturbance and exposure is planned after November 15th. This erosion and sediment control plan shall conform to all requirements of the winter stabilization specification referenced above. 10. The Applicant shall revise the silt fence detail provided to match the latest specifications provided in the NYS SSESC and include the slope length/ fence length spacing requirements. 11. A legally binding and enforceable maintenance agreement may be executed between the landowner and the Town ensuring that proper maintenance measures will be implemented for all proposed stormwater management practices in accordance with Section 147-10.1). of the Town Code. The Applicantto provide a draft maintenance agreement and ensure the stormwater practices mentioned includes the cistern and associated appurtenances. 12. It does not appear that the SWPPP includes documentation required by I.F.8 of the General Permit for archeological sensitive areas. The Applicant to provide the documentation when received. Conclusion & Recommendation It is our opinion that the applicant should provide clarification for the above items and incorporate changes in subsequent plan submissions. In the event the Planning Board or Town staff have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at (518) 824-1932. Sincerely, Richard Adams, PE Senior Civil Engineer FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE Town of Qtteensbttry 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 "Horne of Natural Beauty... A Good Place to Live" PLAN REVIEW Hospitality Syracuse, Inc. Dix Ave Subdivision 1-2023& 2-2023 1/27/2023 I have reviewed the submitted drawings for the above project; and Fire Marshal has no site issues at this time. D puty Fire Marshal Tyson Converse 742 Bay Road . Queensbury NY 12804 518 761 8205 tysonc@queensbury.net Fire Marshal's Office - P it o ti e: 518-761-8206 - F a a:: 518-745-4437 firemarshal@queensbut-lt.net - zvww.queensburit.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION —Approve / Deny Request for Waiver of Sketch Plan Review SUBDIVISION PRELIMINARY 1-2023 & SUBDIVISION FINAL 2-2023 HOSPITALITY SYRACUSEBINLEY FLORIST Tax Map ID: 303.151-27 / Property Address: 773 Quaker Road / Zoning: Cl A subdivision application has been made to the Queensbury Planning Board: Applicant proposes a two lot commercial subdivision of a 7.18 acre parcel. Parcel one will be 1.35 acres with a new restaurant project and parcel two will be 5.83 acres and maintain the existing Binley's Florist buildings. Parcel two will also require minor site modifications to accommodate the new restaurant. Pursuant to Chapter 183, site plan for site work on the first parcel and site modifications on lot two shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The applicant is requesting a waiver from sketch plan review; MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE WAIVER OF SKETCH PLAN REVIEW FOR SUBDIVISION PRELIMINARY 1-2023 AND SUBDIVISION FINAL 2-2023 HOSPITALITY SYRACUSEBINLEY FLORIST. Introduced by who moved for its adoption, Duly adopted this 21 sc day of February 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEQR RESOLUTION — Grant Positive or Negative Declaration SUBDIVISION PRELIMINARY 1-2023 HOSPITALITY SYRACUSE/BINLEY FLORIST Tax Map ID: 303.15-1-27 / Property Address: 773 Quaker Road / Zoning: CI The applicant proposes a two lot commercial subdivision of a 7.18 acre parcel. Parcel one will be 1.35 acres with a new restaurant project and parcel two will be 5.83 acres and maintain the existing Binley's Florist buildings. Parcel two will also require minor site modifications to accommodate the new restaurant. Pursuant to Chapter 183, site plan for site work on the first parcel and site modifications on lot two shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. The Planning Board has determined that the proposed project and Planning Board action is subject to review under the State Environmental Quality Review Act; The proposed action considered by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of Environmental Conservation Regulations implementing the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of the Town of Queensbury; No Federal or other agencies are involved; Part 1 of the Long EAF has been completed by the applicant; Part 2 of the Long EAF has been reviewed by the Planning Board; Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queensbury Planning Board as lead agency that this project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment, and, therefore, an environmental impact statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is issued. MOTION TO GRANT A POSITIVE DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SUBDIVISION PRELIMINARY 1-2023 HOSPITAL, Introduced by who moved for its adoption, As per the resolution prepared by staff. 1. Part II of the Long EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. 2. Part III of the Long EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. Or Part III of the Long EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Duly adopted this 21St day of February 2023 by the following vote: AYES NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION —Approve / Deny SUBDIVISION PRELIMINARY STAGE 1-2023 HOSPITALITY SYRACUSEBINLEY FLORIST Subdivision Tax Map ID: 303.15-1-27 / Property Address: 773 Quaker Road/ Zoning: CI A subdivision application has been made to the Queensbury Planning Board for the following: Applicant proposes a two lot commercial subdivision of a 7.18 acre parcel. Parcel one will be 1.35 acres with a new restaurant project and parcel two will be 5.83 acres and maintain the existing Binley's Florist buildings. Parcel two will also require minor site modifications to accommodate the new restaurant. Pursuant to Chapter 183, site plan for site work on the first parcel and site modifications on lot two shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code -Chapter A-183, the Planning Board has determined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code; The requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act have been considered and the Planning Board has adopted a SEQRA Negative / Positive Declaration A public hearing was scheduled and held on 2/21/2023; This application is supported with all documentation, public comment, and application material in the file of record; MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SUBDIVISION PRELIMINARY STAGE 1-2023 HOSPITALITY SYRACUSEBINLEY FLORIST, Introduced by who moved for its adoption. Duly adopted this 21" day of February 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION —Approve / Disapprove SUBDIVISION FINAL STAGE 2-2023 HOSPITALITY SYRACUSEBINELY FLORIST Tax Map ID: 303.15-1-27 / Property address: 773 Quaker Road /Zoning: CI A subdivision application has been made to the Queensbury Planning Board for the following: Applicant proposes a two lot commercial subdivision of a 7.18 acre parcel. Parcel one will be 1.35 acres with a new restaurant project and parcel two will be 5.83 acres and maintain the existing Binley's Florist buildings. Parcel two will also require minor site modifications to accommodate the new restaurant. Pursuant to Chapter 183, site plan for site work on the first parcel and site modifications on lot two shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code -Chapter A-183, the Planning Board has determined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code; This application is supported with all documentation, public comment, and application material in the file of record; MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SUBDIVISION FINAL STAGE 2-2023 HOSPITALITY SYRACUSEBINLEY FLORIST, Introduced by who moved for its adoption. The requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act have been considered and the Planning Board has adopted a SEQRA Negative / Positive Declaration; and if the application is a modification, the requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act have been considered, and the proposed modification[s] do not result in any new or significantly different environmental impacts, and, therefore, no further SEQRA review is necessary; 2. Waiver requests granted / denied: 3. The approval is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval. Applicant is responsible for requesting an extension of approval before the one (1) year time frame has expired if you have not yet applied for a building permit or commenced significant site work. 4. 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 5. Engineering sign -off required prior to signature of Planning Board Chairman. 6. 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 or for coverage under an individual SPDES prior to the start of M site work. b) The project NOT (Notice of Termination) upon completion of the project; and 7. The applicant must maintain on their project site, for review by staff: a) The approved final 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; and Page 1 of 2 Phone: 518.76i.8220 I Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net b) The project NOI and proof of coverage under the current NYSDEC SPDES General Permit, or an individual SPDES permit issued for the project. Final approved plans, in compliance with the Subdivision, must be submitted to the Community Development Department before any further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building and Codes personnel. 9. The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Building Permit and/or the beginning of any site work. 10. Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with this and all other conditions of this resolution; 11. As -built plans to certify that the subdivision is developed according to the approved plans to be provided prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy; 12. Resolutions must be included on Final Subdivision mylar; Duly adopted this 21s' day of February 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.761.82201 Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 3.28041 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 6-2023 @ 280 & 283 Corinth Road Tracey Holdings, LLC. Public hearing scheduled SEAR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board et Community Development Department Staff Notes February 21, 2023 Site Plan 6-2023 TRACEY HOLDINGS, LLC. 280 & 283 Corinth Road / Commercial Light Industrial / Ward 4 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, survey existing and proposed, photos, site plan Parcel History: SP 59-2018, SP (M) 36-2021 Warren Co Referral Sent: February 2023 / Comments: NCI. Informal staff comments: Consider impacts on adjacent residential district when clearing site. Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for a 3 parcel merger, demolition of an existing house, addition of large boulders, and tree removal. Resolutions 1. PB decision Proiect Description Applicant proposes to merge three parcels to create a 7.35 acre parcel maintaining the existing entrance and building (22,606 sq ft). The project includes removal of trees between the house lot and the business lot and installation of large boulders at the front of the property. The existing house is to be demolished and site work for updated display area. Additional trees may be removed along the west property line of current parcel 82.1 and 82.2. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for site development and tree removal shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 283 and 280 Corinth Road a combine parcel size of 7.35 ac. The project is located in the Commercial Light Industrial zone. • Arrangement- The project area has the existing Tracey Equipment business and a home with a garage to be removed. • Site Design -The project includes tree removal from around the existing house and some trees along the west property line. There existing hard surface area for display will be expanded with an additional 1,8792 sq ft and boulders at the front of the property to be merged, matching the existing boulders. • Building — The Tracey business buildings — 18,590 sq ft main building, 2,409 sq ft garage, 1,609 sq ft pole barn are to remain with no changes. • Traffic- The plans indicate there are 70 unmarked spaces on the site. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control- • Landscape plan -The project includes tree removal of about 75 trees, installation of #3 blue stone and large boulders to the front. The buffer requirements for industrial uses adjacent to residential uses is 50 ft. The board may have further discussions in regards to the tree removal on the west property line. • Site lighting plan -There are no changes proposed to the site lighting or building lighting. A reminder that light fixtures for residential and non-residential to be cutoff —down cast fixtures. • Utility details -There are no proposed changes to the existing utilities. • Signage-The existing signage is to remain. • Elevations, Floor plans- There are no changes to the existing buildings on the site. • 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 would encourage discussion in regards to landscaping and the buffer between residential and industrial uses. 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 proposed site work and display expansion area. Meeting History: 1st Meeting 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 6-2023 TRACEY HOLDINGS, LLC. Tax Map ID: / Property Address: / Zoning: The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes to merge three parcels to create a 7.35 acre parcel maintaining the existing entrance and building (22,606 sq ft). The project includes removal of trees between the house lot and the business lot and installation of large boulders at the front of the property. The existing house is to be demolished and site work for updated display area. Additional trees may be removed along the west property line of current parcel 82.1 and 82.2. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for site development and tree removal 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 2/21/2023 and continued the public hearing to 2/21/2023, 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 2/21/2023; 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 6-2027 TRACEY HOLDINGS, LLC.; Introduced by who moved for its adoption. According to the draft resolution prepared by Staff with the following: 1) Waivers requested granted/denied; 2) The approval is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval. Applicant is responsible for requesting an extension of approval before the one (1) year time frame has expired. Page 1 of 2 Phone: S18.763..8220 I Fax: S18.745.4437 1742 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 21 St day of February 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 53.8.763..8220 1 Fax: 5i.8.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 1.28041 www.queensbury.net