Staff Notes for 3/21/2023STAFF NOTES
MARCH 21, 2023
Queensbury Planning Board Agenda
First Regular Meeting: Tuesday, March 21, 2023 / Time 7 — 11 pm
ft Queensbury Activities Center @ 742 Bay Road
Approval of Minutes
Dates- January 17, 2023 and January 24, 2023
Administrative Item
Site Plan 15-2021 Paul Derby- Request for a one year extension
Site Plan 1-2023 Stevin O'Brien/Mackenzie Baertschi table to May 16, 2023 meeting
Site Plan 5-2023 Geraldine Eberlein table to April 18, 2023 meeting
Site Plan 15-2022 Sharon Serini request for a one year extension
Recommendations:
Applicants) PHILLIP MITCHELL { Application Type { Site Plan 17-2023
Owner (s) ( Same as applicant _ { SEQR Type ( Type II
Agent(s) { n/a { Lot size .42 acre
Location 2960 State Route 9L ( Ward: 1 { Zoning Classification: WR {
Tax ID No. ( 239.20-1-10 Ordinance Reference { 179-3-040, 179-5-020 {
Cross Reference SEP 34-2022, AV 9-2023 { Warren Co. Referral { March 2023
Public Hearing ( n/a for recommendation { Site Information CEA, APA, LGPC
Project Description: Applicant proposes to place a 160 sq ft shed on the property. The site contains an existing home of 983 sq ft and a 288 sq ft garage,
both of which will remain. The existing floor area of 1,800 sq ft will be 1,960 sq ft. The shed will be located near the driveway area with stormwater
management. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-5-020, site plan for new construction in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and
approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setback. The Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Applicant(s) SHARON SERINI Application Type Site Plan 10-2023 j
Freshwater Wetlands 2-2023
Owner (s) { Same as applicant { SEQR Type { Type II {
Agents) { EDP { 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, Chapter 94
Cross Reference { AV 8-2023 Warren Co. Referral February 2023 i
Public Hearing__] n/a for recommendation (- Site Information CEA, APA, LGPC, wetlands {
Project Description: Applicant proposes a 2 story home with a footprint of 972 sq ft, a porch area of 240 sq ft and a floor area of 2,113 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 and Chapter 94, site plan for new floor area in a CEA and work within 100 ft of
wetlands shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for floor area, setbacks and house height. The Planning
Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
New Business:
Applicant(s) { _DAVID HOWARD JR.
{ Application Type Site Plan 12-2023
Owner (s) { Robert & Nancy Murtha
{ SEQR Type _� ape II
Agent(s) { Hutchins Engineering
{ Lot size 3.27 acres
Location { Fitzgerald Road (nearest to Mannis Road)
{ Ward: I { Zonings Classification: RR-3A {
Tax ID No. 289.18-1-28.2
{ Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-060
Cross Reference _
Warren Co. Referral n/a {
Public Hearing { March 21, 2023
( Site Information ( {
Project Description: Applicant proposes a new 3 bedroom home with associated site work for driveway, stormwater, septic and site development. The
project occurs within 50 ft of 15% slopes with a driveway greater than 10%. The project includes 40,500 sq ft of disturbance for grading. Pursuant to
chapter 179-3-040 179-6-060, site plan for slopes and driveway shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Applicant(s)
LAURA FEATHERS
J A I
Site Plan 11-2023
Owner (s)
Lake George Associates
SEQR Type
Type II _
Agent(s)
n/a
Lot size ��
1.61 acres
Location
_�
1498 State Route 9
( Ward: 1 _ �
Zoning Classification: Cl
Tax ID No.
288.12-1-15
Ordinance Reference 1
179-3-040
Cross Reference SP 22-04, SSE 2-2005, SP 7-2005, SP 26-2007, SP Warren Co. Referral March 2023
11-08, SP 12-2009, SP 13-2010, SP 9-2011, SP 18-
2012, SP 25-2014, SP 9-2015, AV 5-2015, PX
0102-2016, SP 19-2018, SP 23-2021 _
Public Hearing March 21, 2023 1 Site Information Route 9 Corridor
Project Description: Applicant proposes to install a 20' x 20' tent near the existing building for the Family Footwear tenant to operate a seasonal
outdoor sale. The sale will be held August 1 through August 31 in both 2023 and 2024. There are no changes to the site except for the placement of a
tent and a sien for the tent sale. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, seasonal tent sales shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Applicant(s) PAUL NASRANI _� Application Ty e�J Subdivision Final 3-2023
Owner (s)__J Paul Nasrani, Envar Mir ( SEQR Type. Unlisted (Neg. Declaration 12/15/2022)
Agents) Jarrett Engineers �� Lot size `� 6.29 acres J
Location_______] 790 Bay Road ( Ward: 1 �� Zoning Classification: MDR
Tax ID No. ( 289.15-1-47 Ordinance Reference 183
Cross Reference SUB (S) 14-2021, SUB (P) 12-2022, FWW 17- Warren Co. Referral I n/a
2022, AV 54-2022
Public Hearing n/a for final stage Site Information
Project Description: Applicant proposes a three lot subdivision of a 6.48 acre parcel. Lot 1 will be 2.13 acres and maintain the existing home and
outbuildings. Lot 2 would be 2.13 acres and lot 3 would be 2.27 acres, both for a new home. And a shared driveway between the lots. A portion of the
driveway is within 100 feet of the wetland. The project also includes tree clearing, installation of septic, and connection to the existing water supply.
Preliminary Subdivision and Freshwater Wetlands Permit granted December 13, 2022. Pursuant to chapter 183, final stage subdivision shall be subject
to Plannin Board review and approval.
New Business- Unapproved Development:
Applicant(s) QUEENSBURY GARDENS INC/RUDNICK I Application Type Site Plan 16-2023
J Freshwater Wetlands 3-2023
Owner (s) ( Queensbury Gardens, Inc. SEQR Type Unlisted
Agent(siEDP ( Lot size _ � 38.34 acres, 4.38 acres
Location 1 Rudley Drive I Ward: 2 Zoning Classification: CI
Tax ID No. 302.10-1-18, 302.6-1-21 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, Chapter 94
Cross Reference Warren Co. Referral March 2023 Y
Public Hearing March 21, 2023 Site Information P J Wetland
Project Description: Applicant requests approval of site work that has been started on a property that has existing apartment buildings and a vegetative
area where the work has begun. Total acreage of disturbance is 0.85. The project is to improve drainage, improve access to areas of the property for
security, and expand areas for outdoor storage for the apartment complex site maintenance. Project work occurs within 100 ft of wetland areas with a
total wetland area of 14.4 acres. Applicant has prepared a restoration plan as part of the project. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & Chapter 94, Site work
in the eT Anne and Freshwater Wetlands nermit for work within 100 ft of wetlands shall be subiect to Planning Board review and approval.
- Any further business which may be properly brought before the Board -
Minutes for January 17 and January 24
Draft resolution- grant/deny minutes approval
Administrative items:
Site Plan 15-2021 @ 31 Canterbury Drive
Paul Derby
Draft resolution- grant/deny extension request
Site Plan 1-2023 @454 Lockhart Mountain Road
Stevin O'Brien & Mackenzie Baertschi
Draft resolution- grant/deny further tabling
Site Plan 5-2023 @ 12 Seelye Road North
Geraldine Eberlein
Draft resolution- grant/deny further tabling
Site Plan 15-2022 @ Cleverdale Off Road
Sharon Serini
Draft resolution- grant/deny extension request
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February 6, 2023 R' ":iNG OFFICES
RE: extension of site plan 15-2021, PAUL DERBY
To the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury:
This is a request for an additional one-year extension for Site Plan 15-2021(approved March 25,
2021), Tax Map ID: 289.17-1-22, owner Paul Derby, 31 Canterbury Dr., Lake George
(Queensbury), NY 12845. The extension is being requested because the situation has changed.
In 2022,1 purchased the house next door in order to prevent that dwelling from becoming a
short-term rental. This dwelling needs some TLC and requires a new septic system, per the
Septic Transfer Law. The purchase of the second property and costs associated with a new
septic made it infeasible to do the renovations at 31 Canterbury Dr. in 2022. 1 am hoping,
however, to be able to pursue the project in 2023-24. It also continues to be challenging to find
skilled contractors that are willingto do the renovations at 31 Canterbury. Thank you for your
time and patience. If you require additional information or have questions, please contact me
at 518-761-7015 or paul.derby@castieton.edu.
Respectfully,
Paul Derby
31 Canterbury Dr. 4,bury),
Lake George (QueeINY. 12845
Town of Queensbury
Community Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION — GRANT EXTENSION REQUEST
SITE PLAN 15-2021 PAUL DERBY
Tax Map ID: 289.17-1-22/Property Address: 31 Canterbury Drive /Zoning: WR
The applicant submitted an application: Applicant proposed a 639 sq. ft. upper level addition to an existing
single story home with a 2,044.5 sq. ft. footprint and new floor area of 2683.9 sq. ft. The project also
includes the removal of concrete to be replaced with permeable pavers. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040, 179-
6-065, 179-13-010 & Chapter 91 of the Zoning Ordinance, new floor area in a CEA, expansion of a non-
conforming structure in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft. of shoreline and a variance for a septic system in
a flood plain shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval
The Planning Board approved this site plan on March 25, 2021. A one year extension was granted on March
22, 2022.
MOTION TO APPROVE A ONE YEAR EXTENSION FOR SITE PLAN 15-2021 PAUL DERBY.
Introduced by who moved for its adoption,
Duly adopted this 21" day of March 2023 by the following vote:
EVA-MI
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 — TABLE SITE PLAN 1-2023 STEVIN O'BRIEN & MACKENZIE BAERTSCHI
Tax Map ID: 252.-1-88 / Property Address: 454 Lockhart Mountain Road / Zoning: RR5A
The applicant is requesting after the fact approval for clearing limits of disturbance for construction of a
single family home and site work. The major stormwater permit as built conditions for disturbance of 0.98
acres. The site work exceeds 15,000 sq ft triggering a major stormwater and site plan review. The applicant
has constructed a single family home on a lot of the Helen Mitchell Subdivision which meets setback and
permeability requirements. Pursuant to chapter 179-4-040, 147, site plan review for major stormwater permit
shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
MOTION TO TABLE SITE PLAN 1-2023 STEVIN O'BRIEN & MACKENZIE BAERTSCHI.
Introduced by who moved for its adoption,
Tabled until the May 16, 2023 Planning Board meeting with information due by April 17, 2023.
Duly adopted this 21s' day of March 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 128041 www.queensbury.net
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 April 18, 2023 Planning Board meeting with information due by March 15, 2023.
Duly adopted this 21st day of March 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net
From: Sharon Serini <sserini@hvecm.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2023 10:18 AM
To: Laura Moore <Imoore@queensburv.net>
Subject: Serini Site Plan 15-2022
We are requesting an extension for us to complete the Site plan work on Private Rd 1.
We are completing this work ourselves and we're delayed with the dynamite of a large rock and left
with a huge amount of rock to remove. We have completed the beach area and the well. Once
conditions allow we will continue to move rock and complete plantings as per plans and continue the
remaining work. Please let me know if you need any further information.
Thank You
Sharon Serini
845-234-1104
Town of Queensbury
Community Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION — GRANT / DENY EXTENSION REQUEST
SITE PLAN 15-2022 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 2-2022 SHARON SERINI
Tax Map ID: 240.9-1-16.12/ Property Address: Cleverdale Off Road/ Zoning: WR
The applicant submitted an application proposing construction of a new 4 bedroom home with a footprint of
2,445 sq. ft.. Total floor area is 3,094 sq. ft. Project includes connecting to the existing shared driveway to
Cleverdale and installation of a new well and septic system.
The Planning Board approved Site Plan 15-2022 & Freshwater Wetlands 2-2022 on March 29, 2022.
Applicant is requesting a one year extension.
MOTION TO APPROVE A ONE YEAR EXTENSION FOR SITE PLAN 15-2022 & FRESHWATER
WETLANDS 2-20222 SHARON SERINI. Introduced by who moved for its adoption,
Duly adopted this 2 1 " day of March 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net
Site Plan 17-2023 @ 2960 State Route 9L
Phillip Mitchell
No public hearing
Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation
to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
March 21, 2023
Site Plan 17-2023 PHILLIP MITCHELL
2960 State Route 9L / Waterfront Residential / Ward 1
SEQR Type II
Material Review: application, site plan, shed elevations
Parcel History: SEP 34-2022, AV 9-2023
Warren Co Referral Sent: March 2023 / Comments: NCI
Requested Action
Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Resolutions
1. Recommendation
Project Description
Applicant proposes to place a 160 sq ft shed on the property. The site contains an existing home of 983 sq ft and
a 288 sq ft garage, both of which will remain. The existing floor area of 1,800 sq ft will be 1,960 sq ft. The shed
will be located near the driveway area with stormwater management. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-5-020,
site plan for new construction in a CEA shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance:
Relief is sought for setback. The Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of
Appeals.
Staff Comments
• Location -The project is located at 2960 State Route 9L. The project site is located on the WR zone and the
parcel is 0.42 ac.
• Building — The site has an existing home of 702 sq ft and 288 sq ft garage to remain. The 160 sq ft. shed is
to be placed so it is accessed from the existing home
• Site conditions -The overall site as shown will not be altered as.the project is only for construction of a shed.
• Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant plans on installing a drainage area
for the shed. The project was not provided to the Town Designated Engineer as the applicant request a
waiver for a stormwater management plan.
• Landscape plan -The applicant is not proposing any work at the shoreline. The project occurs 82 ft from the
shoreline. The site contains existing large trees to remain and rock outcrops not to be disturbed. Wavier
requested for providing the shoreline planting area.
• Site lighting plan -There are no changes to the lighting and there are no lights proposed for the shed.
• Utility details -There is no changes to the septic system on site or the water supply.
• Elevations -The applicant has provided the shed elevation. The shed will be 13 ft 10 inches and have a
sloped roof.
• Floor plans -The shed will have an open floor plan.
• Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h.
signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction
details, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal.
• The waivers requested —Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as these items are typically
associated with commercial projects.
Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the
written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be
granted.
Nature of Variance
The applicant proposes to place the shed north side 7.2 ft where a 20 ft setback is required.
Summary
The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setback.
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 9-2023 PHILLIP MITCHELL
Tax Map ID: 239.20-1-10 / Property Address: 2960 State Route 9L / Zoning: WR
The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to place a 160 sq ft shed on
the property. The site contains an existing home of 983 sq ft and a 288 sq ft garage, both of which will remain.
The existing floor area of 1,800 sq ft will be 1,960 sq ft. The shed will be located near the driveway area with
stormwater management. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-5-020, site plan for new construction in a CEA
shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setback. The 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 9-2023 PHILLIP MITCHELL
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.
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b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern:
1)
Duly adopted this 21 sc day of March 2023 by the following vote:
AYES
NOES:
Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 ( 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net
Site Plan 10-2023 & Freshwater Wetlands 2-2023@
15 Private Road # 1
Sharon Serini
No public hearing
Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation
to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development. Department Staff Notes
March 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 -updated, 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
Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Resolutions
1. Recommendation
Project Description
Applicant proposes a 2 story home with a footprint of 972 sq ft, a porch area of 240 sq ft and a floor area of
2,113 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 and Chapter 94, site plan for new floor area in a CEA and work within 100 ft of wetlands shall be
subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for floor area, setbacks and house
height. The Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Staff Comments
• Location -The project is located at 15 Private Road #1 on a 0.19 ac parcel in the Waterfront Residential zone,
Lake George.
• Arrangement- The current site is vacant.
• Site Design- The project includes a new home, driveway area, stormwater management and shoreline
modifications. The plans show a woodchip path from the house area steps to the shoreline.
• Building —The new home is to have a footprint of 972 sq ft and a porch area of 260 sq ft. The new floor
area of 2,113 sq ft.
• Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The plans show vegetated depression areas,
infiltration areas including the paver area to accommodated the stormwater management. The project
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 plans show the trees to be removed and those that are to remain including hemlocks, maples, cedar and
ash trees. The plans also show an area of proposed buffer plantings, shrubbery and perennials; the plans
numbers proposed seem to be slightly less than guidance has suggested. 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
-51 ft of shoreline per site plan
-Shoreline buffer 51 ft X 35 ft width is 1785 sq ft
-Shoreline buffer area -1785 /700 = 2.5 round up to 3 -three large trees at 3 inch diameter
Applicant proposes to have at least 9 trees
-Ground cover-1785/350 = 5.1 round up to 6 (X7) =42 native shrubs and 6 (X14) herbaceous plants=84
Applicant proposes to plant 36 shrubs and to use the existing ground cover on site.
o Shoreline Cutting restrictions and Cutting Plan- Section 179-6-050 -
- within 35 ft lakes or ponds & 75 ft streams, wetlands and rivers no vegetation within the first 6 ft
and no woody vegetation greater than one inch dbh removed from 6 ft to 35ft/75 ft area to be
maintained as natural buffer - A cutting plan allowing greater may be permitted by the Planning
Board
Shoreline lots are allowed water access and beaches where 30% of the shoreline or maximum of 75
ft whichever is less
- 51 ft Shoreline X 30%= 15.3 feet of the shoreline buffer cut to allow a view, access and to reduce
runoff (such as angled across the lot). A cutting plan has been provided showing the area to be cut.
- 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- All lighting to be typical residential downward facing night sky compliant lights.
• Utility details -The project includes a new septic and water to be drawn from the lake. The septic system
received a variance from the local board of health November 2022.
• Elevations -The plans show the view from three sides - the fourth side of the building should be provided as
well.
• Floor plans -The floor plans there is two floors and no basement.
• Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items h. signage, n
traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, r. construction/demolition disposal, and 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 informationon: g. site lighting, j.
stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, p floor plans, q. soil logs
Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the
written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be
granted.
Freshwater Wetland Permit
A portion of the new driveway area is to be constructed within 100 ft of the wetland. The plans indicate 512 sq
ft of the driveway is within 100 ft.
Nature of Area Variance
The new home is to be 10.0 ft from the south property line where 12 ft setback is required. The height of the
new home is to be 31.35 ft where the maximum height allowed is 28 ft. Floor area relief is also requested where
2,113 sq ft (25.6%)is proposed and the maximum allowed is 1,815 sq ft (22%)
Summary
The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setback,
height and floor area.
Meeting History: PB: 2/14/2023; ZBA: 2/15/2023
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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: Serini Residence
Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York
LaBella Project #2220706.62
Queensbury Ref # SP10-2023
Dear Mr. Brown:
LaBella has received a submission package from your office for the above referenced project. The
Applicant is proposing to develop a vacant lot off of Cleverdale Road. This will include the construction
of a 3-bedroom house, paved driveway, grading on site stormwater/wastewater management and
shoreline modifications.
• Arch Plans, prepared by D. Freeman Architect, dated November 4, 2022
• Cover Letter, prepared by EDP LLP, dated January 17, 2023
• Deed, prepared by Warren County
• Freshwater Wetlands Permit, prepared by EDP LLP, dated January 17, 2023
• Site Plan Application, prepared by EDP LLP, dated December 13, 2022
• Site Plans, prepared by EDP LLP, dated January17, 2023
• Stamped Survey, prepared by EDP LLP, dated September 6, 2022
Your office has requested that we limit our review to the design of stormwater system as it relates to
compliance of local, state or relevant codes and regulations. Based upon our review, LaBella offers
the following comments for the Town's consideration:
Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control Comments
1. Accordingto the site plan review application, the proposed site improvements will disturb lessthan
one (1) acre and thus the project is not required to obtain coverage under the NYSDEC SPDES
General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activity (GP-0-20-001). However, this
project falls within the Lake George watershed and therefore is subject to the stormwater
management requirements set forth in Section 147-11 of the Town Code for projects within the
Lake George Park. Comments related to the stormwater management and erosion and sediment
control features proposed for the site are offered below:
2. According to the site plan review application, this project proposes to disturb 7,000 square feet
which would be classified as a minor project. With the minor project classification, the Applicant
has opted to use the alternative stormwater calculation method described in Town code section
147-11.1(2)(a), which states that a flat rate of 1.5 gallons of stormwater can be used for every
square foot net increase in impervious area, where net increase is the difference between
predevelopment and post development conditions.
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3. A cursory review of the site plans depict a total area of impervious (house and paved driveway as
approximately 1,650 SF. However, the minor project stormwater calculations depict a total
impervious area of 1,116 SF. The Applicant to clarify or revise accordingly.
4. It is difficult to discern what pre-treatment practices are proposed prior to entry to the shallow
vegetated depressions and infiltration trench. The Applicant to clarify or revise accordingly to
ensure conformance with Town code section 147-111(2)(b), which states, "Inlets to infiltration
devices shall be protected from sediment at all times in order to maintain their capacity."
5. In accordance with 147-11.1(2)(a) that states the location of all infiltration devices shall be
determined based upon soil test results. The Applicant shall perform infiltration tests within the
bounds of each practice. The Applicant to provide the results.
6. Revisions or clarifications to the stormwater calculations and design are necessary to support a
review of the "Minor" project standards. For instance, the infiltration trench detail does not provide
dimensions. Further, the ponding volume in the shallow stormwater depression is calculated
assuming the practice has vertical walls, however the design is trapezoidal.
7. Section 147-11.1(2)(a) of the Town code states, "All water from newly created impervious areas
which would otherwise run off the parcel shall be directed to an infiltration device. Location of the
infiltration devices shall be determined based upon soil test results." Based on the drainage plan,
it is unclear if all runoff from all newly created impervious is directed toward infiltration practice. It
is unclear because conveyances to the stormwater practices are difficult to discern. The applicant
to revise accordingly.
8. It appears retaining walls are proposed on the site plans. The NYS Standards and Specifications
for Erosion and Sediment Control (SSESC) states, "The design of any retaining wall structure must
address the aspects of foundation bearing capacity, sliding, overturning, drainage and loading
systems. These are complex systems that should be designed by a licensed professional
engineer." The Applicant to provide the design for the wall prior to construction so long as the Town
does not take exception to this approach. The design shall be developed in accordance with the
NYS SSESC and other regulating documents (for example, the residential building code).
9. The Applicant maybe required to execute a stormwater maintenance agreement with the Town in
accordance with Section 147-10.D of the Town Code. Applicant should submit a draft stormwater
maintenance agreement if required by the town.
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,
2
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Richard Adams, PE
Senior Civil Engineer
cc: Shauna Baker, Town Planning Office Specialist (via email)
Laura Moore, Town Land Use Planner (via email)
File
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 8-2023 SHARON SERINI
Tax Map ID: 240.9-1-4 / Property Address: 15 Private Road #1 / Zoning: WR
The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes a 2 story home with a
footprint of 972 sq ft, a porch area of 240 sq ft and a floor area of 2,113 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 and Chapter 94, site
plan for new floor area in a CEA and work within 100 ft of wetlands shall be subject to Planning Board review
and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for floor area, setbacks and house height. The 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 8-2023 SHARON SERINI.
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 21s' day of March 2023 by the following vote:
AYES
NOES:
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Site Plan 12-2023 @ Fitzgerald Road
David Howard Jr.
Public Hearing scheduled
SEQR II
Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
at Community Development Department Staff Notes
March 21, 2023
Site Plan 12-2023 DAVID HOWARD JR.
Fitzgerald Road / Rural Residential 3A / Ward 1
SEQR Type II
Material Review: site plan application, site plan drawings
Parcel History: none found
Requested Action
Planning Board review and approval for construction of a new three bedroom home and driveway.
Resolutions
1. PB decision
Proiect Description
Applicant proposes a new 3 bedroom home with associated site work for driveway, stormwater, septic and site
development. The project occurs within 50 ft of 15% slopes with a driveway greater than 10%. The project
includes 40,500 sq ft of disturbance for grading. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 1796-060, site plan for slopes
and driveway shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Staff Comments
• Location -The project is located on the.east side of Fitzgerald Road a 911 address has not been assigned.
The parcel is 3.27 ac and located in the RR3 acre zone.
• Arrangement- The site is vacant and has slopes of 15% or greater.
• Site Design- The plans show the driveway to be constructed and the grading to occur for the site
development.
• Building — The plans indicate the site would accommodate a 3 Bedroom home after the site work is
completed. The proposed house is to be designed to fit within the required setbacks of the Rural Residential
3 Ac zone -100 ft front, 75 ft side.
• Site conditions -The parcel is currently vacant
• Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The plans show the topography of the existing site
and areas of 15% slopes. The driveway slope is to be 105 to 11%. The information indicates the cut 7,500
cubic yards and the fill volume to be 8,500 cubic yards. The application was provided to the Town
Designated engineer for review and comment.
• Landscape plan -The plans show the clearing limits for the driveway, house, well and septic area.
• Site lighting plan -There are no lighting plans at this time but the applicant is reminded even residential
projects are required to have down cast fixtures.
• Utility details -The applicant has indicate a septic system to be installed, a well to be drilled. The plans do
not indicate test pit information for the septic. The plans do not indicate how the site will serviced for
electric or phone service.
• Elevations, Floor plans -The applicant has requested a waiver for house plans but has explained the home to
be three bedrooms and to fit within the required setbacks.
• Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h.
signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, 1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction
details, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal.
• The waivers requested —Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as these items are typically
associated with commercial projects.
• Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the
written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be
granted.
Summary
The applicant has completed a site plan application for the development of a house site with driveway and
utilities.
Meeting History: 1" Meeting
7-Im
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 12-2023 DAVID HOWARD JR.
Tax Map ID: 289.18-1-28.2 / Property Address: Fitzgerald Road / Zoning: RR-3A
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes a new 3 bedroom
home with associated site work for driveway, stormwater, septic and site development. The project occurs
within 50 ft of 15% slopes with a driveway greater than 10%. The project includes 40,500 sq ft of
disturbance for grading. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-6-060, site plan for slopes and driveway 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 3/21/2023 and continued the
public hearing to 3/21/2023, 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 3/21/2023;
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 12-2023 DAVID HOWARD JR.; 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.
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;
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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 2 1 " day of March 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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Site Plan 11-2023 @ 1498 State Route 9
Laura Feathers
Public Hearing scheduled
SEQR II
Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
March 21, 2023
Site Plan 11-2023 LAURA FEATHERS
1498 State Route 9 / Commercial Intensive / Ward 1
SEQR Type II
Material Review: application, site drawings, tent detail, signage detail
Parcel History: SP 22-04, SSE 2-2005, SP 7-2005, SP 26-2007, SP 11-08, SP 12-2009, SP 13-2010,
SP 9-2011, SP 18-2012, SP 25-2014, SP 9-2015, AV 5-2015, PX 0102-2016,
SP 19-2018, SP 23-2021
Warren Co Referral Sent: March 2021 / Comments: NCI
Requested Action
Planning Board review and approval for a tent sale for the months of August in both 2023 and 2024.
Resolutions
1. PB decision
Project Description
Applicant proposes to install a 20' x 20' tent near the existing building for the Family Footwear tenant to
operate a seasonal outdoor sale. The sale will be held August 1 through August 31 in both 2023 and 2024. There
are no changes to the site except for the placement of a tent and a sign for the tent sale. Pursuant to chapter 179-
3-040, seasonal tent sales shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Staff Comments
• Location -The project occurs at 1500 State Route 9 at Family Footwear.
• Arrangement- There is no change to the main building and tenants in the building. The tent is located to the
north of the main structure and is associated with Family Footwear.
• Site Design- The tent is to be a 20 ft by 20 ft tent placed in an existing hard surfacing area of the site. The
sales tent will operate only during operations of the Family Footwear business.
• Building — There is no change to the existing building.
• Site conditions -The tent is placed on a temporary basis on the property during the month of August for 2023
and 2024.
• Traffic- The tent utilizes two spaces on the site.
• Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -There are no changes to the existing stormwater
management on the site.
• Landscape plan -There are no changes to the existing landscaping on the site.
• Utility details -There are no utility connections to the tent.
• Signage-The sign is to be the length of the tent 18 ft by 3 ft. Family Footwear Center Tent Sale.
• 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 from these items as the project is for
a tent sale that occurs on an annual basis during the month of August 2023 and 2024. There are no
changes to the existing building.
• 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 seasonal outdoor tent use for family footwear sale for
the month of August in 2023 and 2024.
Meeting History: lst 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 11-2023 LAURA FEATHERS
Tax Map ID: 288.12-1-15 / Property Address: 1498 State Route 9 / Zoning: Cl
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes to install a 20' x 20'
tent near the existing building for the Family Footwear tenant to operate a seasonal outdoor sale. The sale
will be held August 1 through August 31 in both 2023 and 2024. There are no changes to the site except for
the placement of a tent and a sign for the tent sale. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, seasonal tent sales 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 3/21/2023 and continued the
public hearing to 3/21/2023, 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 3/21/2023;
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 11-2023 LAURA FEATHERS, 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
Duly adopted this 21" day of March 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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Subdivision Final 3-2023 @ 790 Bay Road
Paul Nasrani
Public Hearing closed
Unlisted SEAR
Draft resolution- grant/deny subdivision approval
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
March 21, 2023
Subdivision Final 3-2023 PAUL NASRANI
790 Bay Road / Moderate Density Residential / Ward 1
SEAR Unlisted
Material Review: Subdivision application, area variance application, freshwater wetland,
subdivision drawings
Parcel History: SUB (S) 14-2021, SUB (P) 12-2022, FWW 17=2022, AV 54-2022
Requested Action
Planning Board review and approval for final stage review of a 3 lot subdivision.
Resolutions
1. PB decision
Project Description
Applicant proposes a three lot subdivision of a 6.48 acre parcel. Lot 1 will be 2.13 acres and maintain the
existing home and outbuildings. Lot 2 would be 2.13 acres and lot 3 would be 2.27 acres, both for a new home.
And a shared driveway between the lots. A portion of the driveway is within 100 feet of the wetland. The
project also includes tree clearing, installation of septic, and connection to the existing water supply.
Preliminary Subdivision and Freshwater Wetlands Permit granted December 13, 2022. Pursuant to chapter 183,
final stage subdivision shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Staff Comments
Sketch Plan Stage
Applicant completed a sketch plan stage SUB 14-2021 12/14/2021. The project was proposed for 3 residential
lots.
Preliminary Stage
Applicant completed preliminary stage December 15, 2022
• Preliminary
o The plans show a three lot subdivision. Lot 1 will be 2.13 acres with the existing house, lot 2 will be
2.08 acres and lot 3 would be 2.27 acres.
• Layout plans —
o The plans shows the arrangement of the lots with the existing home and two proposed homes. The
project includes a shared driveway for lots 2 and 3.
• Construction details —
o The plans identify the septic system locations. The plans show a water line connection and a new
hydrant. The project requires the Water Department approval for the type of line and proposed
hydrant.
• Landscape plans —
o Not required for subdivision of less than 10 lots
• Clearing plan
o The plan shows the proposed clearing limits for the subdivision and. lots.
• Grading and erosion plans —
o A waiver for grading has been granted due to the minimal slopes on the site.
• The Environmental report —
o A long EAF was provided and completed as part of preliminary review.
• Statement of Intent-
o A deed was provided
• Stormwater management —
o A Stormwater management has been provided. The information has been provided to the Town
designated engineer for review and comment.
• Fees —
o per application $50 for preliminary
• Waivers —
o The waivers requested:
• Open Space —
o No open space is proposed.
• Streets —
o No new roads are provided. The applicant may
Final Stage Review —
• Final Plat-
o Subdivision for 3-lots.
• Local/State/County agency —
o Planning and Zoning Board,- three lot proposed subdivision
o Water and Sewer Department for water connection and hydrant
o Additional agencies - unknown
• Other plans reports —
o Stormwater management —The plans identifies a rain garden swale along the common driveway on
the south side. The proposed homes are to have rain gardens installed to accommodate the
stormwater form the driveway area and another rain garden to be installed for the house. The
application was provided to Town Designated Engineer for review and comment.
• Protected open space —none proposed.
Freshwater Wetlands
The project identifies wetland areas of 0.26 ac. The site work for the new homes and driveway are within 100 ft
of the wetland. The wetlands have been delineated by the applicant and are to be confirmed by Army Corp.
Nature of Variance
Granted 12/14/2022. Lot 1 to be 2.13 acres with existing residential use and buildings to remain. Lot 2 will be
2.08 acres and lot 3 will be 2.27 acres, both for future residential, house. Relief is being requested for lot
frontage for Lot 1 where 132 ft is proposed and 200 ft is required. Relief is requested for creation of two flag
lots. Relief is also requested for Lots 2 lot frontage of 78 ft proposed and Lot 3 frontage proposed of 26 ft
where 100 ft is required.
Summary
The applicant has completed a subdivision plan for Final stage of a 3- lot subdivision and a Freshwater Wetland
permit.
Meeting History: PB: Sketch Plan 12/14/2021, Preliminary 12/16/2022; ZBA: 12/14/2022
FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE
Town of Queensbunj
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
"Home of Natural Beauty... A Good Place to Live"
PLAN REVIEW (site)
Paul Nasrani
Bay Road
SP — 3 - 2023
2/27/2023
The following comments are based on a review of submittals:
• FM has no site issues, at this time
Michael J Palmer
Fire Marshal
742 Bay Road
Queensbury NY 12804
firemarshal@queensbury.net
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March 8, 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@Queensbury.net
Re: Nasrani Subdivision
Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York
Labella Project # 2220706.53
Queensbury Ref #SD12-2022
Dear Mr. Brown:
LaBella Associates has received the latest submission responding to comments offered by LaBella on
February 3, 2023. Based upon our review, LaBella offers the following comments for the Town's
consideration:
Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control Comments
1. In response to comment 1 of the February 3, 2023 LaBella comment letter, the Applicant states, "The
applicant's intent is to receive final subdivision approval based on the proposed generic development.
The future applicants/owners for lots 2 and 3 could then propose specific generic development plans
for each respective lot to the Building Department. If the Building Department assesses that the
proposed development significantly exceeds or modified that which was approved at the subdivision
stage, then the applicants could be directed to submit a modified proposal, or be directed to submit the
proposal to the Planning Board for review."
It appears based on the applicant's response that application is for approval of the subdivision and the
individual lot plans. The level of detail for the individual lot plans however is conceptual and does not
support a review of the stormwater management system. Also, based on the applicant's response
regarding potential future Building Department review, it would be difficult for the Building Department
to assess the proposed development against future submissions for each lot since the level of detail is
conceptual (the current design lacks topographic information and existing/proposed contours).
Similar to comment 1 of the February 3, 2023 comment letter, without topographic information and
existing/ proposed grading, site disturbance cannot be reviewed at this time. The Applicant to revise
accordingly.
2. In response to comment 2 of the February 3, 2023 LaBella comment letter, the Applicant states,
"Subdivision review is intended to be a confirmation that each proposed lot in the subdivision is
`buildable', in compliance with current applicable codes; conversely, it is not intended to be a specific
site plan for as yet unknown site development and building designs. As noted above, each lot
owner/applicant will need to proposed specific site and building plans to the Building Department for a
building permit. If the plans do not conform to the intent of the generic subdivision design, then further
review, including potentially by the Planning Board, can be requested."
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While we understand the applicant's intent, without grading or a stormwater model/narrative, the
stormwater plan cannot be reviewed for conformance to town code 179-6-080. The Applicant's
approach of providing a generic/conceptual design that is only reviewed in the future if the generic
design changes, is not an acceptable approach because there is not sufficient detail to support a review
of this application.
3. In response to comment 3 of the February 3, 2023 LaBella comment letter, the Applicant states, "If the
intent of the subdivision design is not clearly met in the applications submitted for either lot 2 & 3,
additional information can be requested, including topographic information where warranted."
A review of the stormwater system (and ultimately conformance to 179-6-080) and its tributary areas
must include topographic information to support subcatchment areas and stage/storage/routing of
stormwater infrastructure. The Applicant to revise accordingly.
4. In response to comment 4 of the February 3, 2023 LaBella comment letter, the Applicant states, "The
purpose for requiring licenses surveyors and engineers to prepare subdivision plans is to ensure that
reasonable development is both feasible and compliant on each lot. To that end, this office assessed
site conditions and reached the conclusion that compliance with current development standards can
be met by the owners/applicants of each lot. The topography on the site, as demonstrated by USGS,
Lidar, photographic_ evidence and personal site visits, is amenable to the proposed development, and
more specifically the stormwater management system. Again, if the owners/applicants deviate from the
intent of the subdivision plans, then additional information and/or review can be required."
Without topographic information, existing and proposed grades, and a stormwater model, soils
information cannot be reviewed at this time. The Applicant to revise accordingly.
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,
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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
Town of Queensbury
Community Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION —Approve / Disapprove
SUBDIVISION FINAL STAGE 3-2023 PAUL NASRANI
Tax Map ID: 289.15-1-47 / Property address: 790 Bay Road / Zoning: MDR
A subdivision application has been made to the Queensbury Planning Board for the following: Applicant
proposes a three lot subdivision of a 6.48 acre parcel. Lot 1 will be 2.13 acres and maintain the existing home
and outbuildings. Lot 2 would be 2.13 acres and lot 3 would be 2.27 acres, both for a new home. And a
shared driveway between the lots. A portion of the driveway is within 100 feet of the wetland. The project
also includes tree clearing, installation of septic, and connection to the existing water supply. Preliminary
Subdivision and Freshwater Wetlands Permit granted December 13, 2022. Pursuant to chapter 183, final
stage subdivision 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 3-2023 PAUL NASRANI,
Introduced by who moved for its adoption.
1. The requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act have been considered and the Planning
Board has adopted a SEQRA Negative 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 aRy site work.
b) The project NOT (Notice of Termination) upon completion of the project; and
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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
b) The project NOI and proof of coverage under the current NYSDEC SPDES General Permit, or an
individual SPDES permit issued for the project.
8. 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 2 1 " day of March 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
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Site Plan 16-2023 & Freshwater Wetlands 3-2023@
1 Rudley Drive
Queensbury Gardens, Inc.
Public Hearing scheduled
Unlisted SEAR
Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
Ow March 21, 2023
Site Plan 16-2023 & QUEENSBURY GARDENS, INC.
Freshwater Wetlands 3-2023 1 Rudley Drive / Commercial Intensive / Ward 2
SEQR Type II
Material Review: site plan application, drainage plan, supplemental narrative, pre -
construction notification document
Parcel History: nothing identified
Warren Co Referral Sent: March 2023 / Comments: NCI as applicant is following Town
procedures
Requested Action
Planning Board review and approval for site work that has already been started.
Resolutions
1. PB decision
Project Description
Applicant proposes approval of site work that has been started on a property that has existing apartment
buildings and a vegetative area where the work has begun. Total acreage of disturbance is 0.85. The project is to
improve drainage, improve access to areas of the property for security, and expand areas for outdoor storage for
the apartment complex site maintenance. Project work occurs within 100 ft of wetland areas with a total wetland
area of 14.4 acres. Applicant has prepared a restoration plan as part of the project. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-
040 & Chapter 94, Site work in the CI zone and Freshwater Wetlands permit for work within 100 ft of wetlands
shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Staff Comments
• Location -The project is located at 1 Rudley Drive. The site is 38.34 ac and located in the Commercial
Intensive zone.
• Site Design- The project work included construction of linear swale, establishment of an ATV maintenance
trail, clearing of a vegetated area to install crushed stone to store outdoor power equipment and maintenance
material, modify an access drive with additional crushed stone to access the outdoor storage.
• Building - The site consist of the Queensbury Garden Apartments
• Traffic- There- are no changes to the site parking or tenant access. The access to the outdoor storage area
• Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant has requested a waiver but has
indicated the swale/depression that was constructed would accommodate 530 cf. The materials were not
provided to the Town Designated Engineer due to the waiver request
• Landscape plan -There are no changes to the existing landscaping.
• Site lighting plan -There are no changes to the existing lighting.
• Utility details -There are no changes to the existing utilities.
• Signage-There are no changes to the signage for the existing apartment complex
• Elevations, Floor plans- There are no changes to the existing apartment complex
• 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 suggest the board discuss the stormwater waiver request. The other
items are not changing for the site due to the project work and would be acceptable 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.
Freshwater Wetlands
The site has existing wetlands that have been delineated and there is about 14.4 acres. The placement of 11,600
sq ft of crush stone occurred within 100 ft of the wetland. There are some areas of the wetland work requiring
US Army Corps permit. The applicant has met onsite with Army Corp and Queensbury Staff to review the
extent of the work completed. The Army Corp has outline minimal areas to restore and to complete the permit
requirements.
Summary
The applicant has completed a site plan application and freshwater wetlands permit for site improvements that
include development of a linear swale, establishment of an ATV maintenance trail, clearing of a vegetated area
to install crushed stone to store outdoor power equipment and maintenance material, modify an access drive
with additional crushed stone to access the outdoor storage. The applicant has requested a waiver for providing
a stormwater management plan.
Meeting History: 1st Meeting
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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 16-2023 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 3-2023 QUEENSBURY GARDENS, INC.
Tax Map ID: 302.10-1-18, 302.6-1-21 / Property Address: 1 Rudley Drive / Zoning: CI
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant requests approval of site work
that has been started on a property that has existing apartment buildings and a vegetative area where the
work has begun. Total acreage of disturbance is 0.85. The project is to improve drainage, improve access to
areas of the property for security, and expand areas for outdoor storage for the apartment complex site
maintenance. Project work occurs within 100 ft of wetland areas with a total wetland area of 14.4 acres.
Applicant has prepared a restoration plan as part of the project. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & Chapter 94,
Site work in the CI zone and Freshwater Wetlands permit for work within 100 ft of 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 opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 3/21/2023 and continued the
public hearing to 3/21/2023, 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 3/21/2023;
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 16-2023 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 3-
2023_ 1 UEENSBURY GARDENS, 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.
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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 March 2023 by the following vote:
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