Staff Notes for 10/17/2023STAFF NOTES
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Queensbury Planning Board Agenda
First Regular Meeting: Tuesday, October 17, 2023 / Time 7 — 11 pm
Queensbury Activities Center @ 742 Bay Road
Approval of Minutes
Dates- August 15, 2023 and August 22, 2023
Administrative Items
Site Plan 230-2016 Legacy Land Holdings- Request for a one year extension
Site Plan 51-2021 Brett & Pamela West (Main house) - Request for a one year extension
Site Plan 64-2022 Don Bernard - Request for a one year extension
Site Plan 65-2022 Matthew Flansburg/Target Corp — Request for a one year extension
Site Plan 71-2022 & Freshwater Wetlands 15-2022 Renee & Tom West- Request for a one year extension
Recommendations:
Applicant(s) __GARY HIGLEY _ _) Application Type Site Plan 64-2023
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Owner (s)^� Higley Lake Property, LLCM ___— _J SEQR Type j Type II�—
A ent s Hutchins Engineering_ Lot size 23 acre
_Location i 23 Jay Road _ Ward: 1 i Zoning Classification: WR
-Tax ID No. _ 289.10-1-14 J Ordinance Reference 179-4-080, 179-3-040
_Cross Reference SP 77-2019, AV 57-2019, SP 30-2020, AV 23-2020 J Warren Co. Referral n/a
_Public Hearing n/a for recommendation W ( Site Information �� _Glen Lake, CEA —
Project Description: Applicant proposes to construct a 137 sq It porch addition onto an existing home. The footprint of the existing home is 2,448 sq ft
with a 1,218 sq ft deck. A portion of the deck will be replaced with the screen porch. The current floor area is 4,306 sq ft with the new floor area to be
4,443 sq ft. No changes to existing site conditions. Pursuant to chapter 179-4-080 & 179-3-040, site plan for new floor area shall be subject to Planning
Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
New Business:
Applicant(s) (_GREAT ESCAPE THEME PARK i Application Type Site Plan 65-2023 —
jOwner (s) Same as applicant SEQR Type —�� Unlisted
Agent(s) C.T. Male � Lot size237.64 acres
Location_______j 1172 State Route 9 _ J Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: RC_
Tax ID No. 288.20-1-20 — Ordinance Reference 179-3-040 —
Cross Reference SP 5-2017, SP 28-2017, SP 15-2018, SP 3-2019, SP Warren Co. Referral October 2023
54-2019, SP 67-2019, SP 3-2022, SP 22-2022, AV
6-2022, FWW 1-2022, AV 21-2023, SP 44-2023,
SP 50-2023, FWW 8-2023, FWW 10-2023
Public Hearing October 17, 2023 _ �� Site Information
Project Description: Applicant proposes to remove an existing roller coaster ride in order to construct a new wooden roller coaster with a footprint of
approximately 22,434 sq ft. The project will utilize the existing ride operation structure, entrance and exit ramps from the previous coaster. There will j
be a new queue line walkway area including permeable pavers. The coaster will be adjacent to the Go -Kart ride. The adjacent Tradewinds retail area
will remain unchanged. The highest point of the ride is 60 feet and is located in Area A of the GEIS that allows 175-185 feet height. Pursuant to chapter
179-3-040, site plan for a new ride in the Recreation Commercial zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Applicant(s)
JEREMY EANES/WALMART _
�f Ap Ip ication Type
Site Plan 66-2023
Owner (s) ;
Wal-Mart Real Estate Bus. Trust
_ f SEQR Ty_ge _ J
Unlisted^
_Agent(s) _J
n/a
� Lot size _ ,
33.27 acres
Location
24 Quaker Ridge Blvd
Ward: 2
Zonin Classification: Cl
Tax ID No. 1_303.15-1-25.1
_
Ordinance Reference
179-3-040____
Cross Reference !
SP 59-2017, SV 9-2019, SP 9-2019, SV 3-2019
i Warren Co. Referral
October 2023
Public Hearing I October 17, 2023 �� Site Information��_ _
Project Description: Applicant proposes to construct an 8,202 sq ft single story addition to the northeast side of the existing 153,943 sq ft Walmart
building. The project is to enhance their order pick up process and includes removal of the existing canopy and relocating to the new addition area. The
project includes site work for removal of hard surfacing and installing vegetation. Additional fagade changes for signage and adding blue and brown
features to the building are also proposed. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for new construction of a building addition fagade color additions
and sien alterations shall be subiect to Plannine Board review and anoroval.
- Any further business which may be properly brought before the Board -
Minutes for August 15 and August 22
Draft resolution- grant/deny minutes approval
Administrative items:
Site Plan 230-2016 @ Baybridge Drive
Legacy Land Holdings/Habitat for Humanity
Draft resolution- grant/deny extension request
Site Plan 51-2021 @ 106 Bay Parkway
Brett &Pamela West (Main house)
Draft resolution- grant/deny extension request
Site Plan 64-2022 & Freshwater Wetlands
12-2022@ 20 Brayton Road
Don Bernard
Draft resolution- grant/deny extension request
Site Plan 65-2022 @ 578 Aviation Road
Matthew Flansburg/Target Corp.
Draft resolution- grant/deny extension request
Site Plan 71-2022 & Freshwater Wetlands 15-2022
@ 79 Knox Road
Renee & Tom West
Draft resolution- grant/deny extension request
40l Habitat
1 for Humanity'
Northern Saratoga, Warren
and Washington Counties
September 21, 2023
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
742 Bay Road
Town of Queensbury, NY
Dear Mr. Trager,
ECEIVED
TOWN TOii N OF QUEE:NSBURY
PLAN..NI 1%s GFFICE
Glens Falls Area Habitat for Humanity, Inc.(Habitat) has purchased the Fairfield Business Park from
Daniel and Pamela Valente in December 2023 following the Town of Queensbury Planning Board approval
of a one year site plan extension for Site Plan No PZ 230-2016, the 27 Unit Fairfield Senior Housing Project
located on Baybridge Road in the Town of Queensbury. Due to unforeseen internal staffing changes, the
project has experienced administrative delays that now require Habitat to request a subsequent 1 year
extension.
Despite internal staffing changes, Habitat has achieved several development milestones over the last year
which reduces overall project risk and provides Habitat's Board of Directors with the surety necessary to
continue investing in this project. Most notable of all milestones, aside from acquiring the property, was
the receipt of a mortgage term sheet which provides a financing pathway for the construction of the
proposed building. Adding to the momentum, we have also completed an RFP process to select a building
design team that will enable the next phase of the development process.
For Habitat to continue the development process and at the direction of the Queensbury Planning
Department staff, we are requesting a one year extension. The current site plan approval extension expires
on October 17t", 2023 and request the support of the Planning Board to provide affordable housing for the
residents of Queensbury.
Sincerely,
Michael Doud
President, Board of Directors
1373 US 9 Moreau NY 12828 - 518.793.7484
www.glensfallshabitat.org 12t
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Town of Queensbury
Community Development Office
I IMML 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION — GRANT / DENY EXTENSION REQUEST
SITE PLAN 230-2016 LEGACY LAND HOLDINGS/HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Tax Map ID: 296.11-1-48, 49, 54, 55, 60 / Property Address: Baybridge Drive / Zoning: O
Applicant proposed a partial 3 story, 27 unit senior housing facility with associated site work for parking,
stormwater control and landscaping.
The Planning Board approved this application on November 15, 2016. A one year extension was granted on
October 17, 2017. Additional one year extensions were granted on October 16, 2018, September 24, 2019,
October 27, 2020, October 26, 2021, and October 18, 2022. An additional one year extension is requested
by the applicant, valid until October 17, 2024.
MOTION TO APPROVE A ONE YEAR EXTENSION FOR LEGACY LAND
HOLDINGS/HABITAT FOR HUMANITY. Introduced by who moved for its
adoption,
Duly adopted this 171" day of October 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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DESIGN Rt1l }
IN PARTNERSHIP,
August 28, 2023
Mr. Steven Traver, Chairman
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
742 Bay Road
Queensbury, NY 12804
Regarding: Brett & Pamela West Main House
106 Bay Parkway
Site Plan Approval Extension
Dear Mr. Traver:
900 Route 146 Clifton Park, NY 12065
(P) 518.371.7621 (EMAIL) edpllp.com
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On October 25, 2022 the Town of Queensbury Planning Board voted to approve the proposed site
plan consisting of an 8,670 SF two story, residential building with a garage at 106 Bay Parkway.
Our office is still in the process of working with the building architect on the final detailed plans for
construction and the builder is still working on the guest house next door. On behalf of the owners
Brett and Pamela West, we respectfully request that the application be placed on the next
available Planning Board agenda to extend the projects approvals for a period of one year. Thank
you in advance for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Gavin Vuillaume, RLA
Environmental Design Partnership
cc:
Town of Queensbury
Community Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION — GRANT / DENY EXTENSION REQUEST
SITE PLAN 51-2021 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 10-2022 BRETT & PAMELA WEST
Tax Map ID: 226.15-1-17 / Property Address: 106 Bay Parkway / Zoning: WR
Applicant proposed to demo existing home and shed to construct a new two story home with a 5,436 sq. ft.
footprint with a garage. Project included installation of permeable pavers for patio, driveway areas and a
covered walkway between the two properties.
The Planning Board approved this application on October 25, 2022. The applicant is requesting a one year
extension, valid until October 17, 2024.
MOTION TO APPROVE A ONE YEAR EXTENSION FOR SITE PLAN 51-2023 & FRESHWATER
WETLANDS 10-2022 BRETT & PAMELA WEST (MAIN HOUSE). Introduced by
who moved for its adoption,
Duly adopted this 171h day of October 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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Shauna Baker Sp by-)6;9-
From:
Laura Moore
Sent:
Thursday, August 3, 2023 8:46 AM
To:
Shauna Baker
Subject:
FW: Permit Ext 20 Brayton RD
Extension Request
From: don bernard <donbernardl@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, August 03, 2023 8:45 AM
To: Laura Moore <Imoore@queensbury.net>
Subject: Permit Ext 20 Brayton RD
Hi Laura
Due to the inability to hire the necessary contractors to build the permitted
house I hereby request extension of the permit.
That being said there is a possibility I may be able secure the appropriate
contractor prior to the expiration of permit but prefer not taking the risk in
waiting based upon past experience. Please let me know if you have
further questions
Thank you in advance
Don Bernard
630 Churchill St
Pittsfield MA 01201
413/717-1010 Cell
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TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION — GRANT / DENY EXTENSION REQUEST
SITE PLAN 64-2022 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 12-2022 DON BERNARD
Tax Map ID: 239.8-1-15 / Property Address: 20 Brayton Road / Zoning: WR
Applicant proposed to construct a new single family home of 730 sq. ft. with a deck/porch area of 885 sq. ft.
The new floor area to be 2,643 sq. ft. The applicant's previous home has been demolished as per original
approval that expired in June 2022.
The Planning Board approved this application on October 25, 2022. The applicant is requesting a one year
extension, valid until October 17, 2024.
MOTION TO APPROVE A ONE YEAR EXTENSION FOR SITE PLAN 64-2022 & FRESHWATER
WETLANDS 12-2022 DON BERNARD. Introduced by who moved for its adoption,
Duly adopted this 17'" day of October 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
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S, 6s-aGaa
Shauna Baker
From: Horwath, Garrett <Garrett.Horvath@kimley-horn.com>
Sent: Monday, August 21, 2023 1:12 PM
To: Laura Moore; Lieberman, Casey; matthew.flansburg@target.com
Cc: Shauna Baker; Karen Dwyre
Subject: RE: Target Sign Variance and Site Plan Due to expire in October of 2023
Attachments: Attachments.txt
Hi Laura,
Thank you for the heads up, apologies for letting this get past us. Attached is the electronic version of the final plans
with the resolutions, hard copies will be printed and mailed this afternoon. Click here to download attachments.
Please consider this email as a request for an extension to our approvals SV6-2022 and SP65-2022. The installer is
looking to have permits and begin on September 8th, but it would be great to have additional buffer time. Is there
anything additional we need to provide to be considered for or granted the extension?
Thanks,
Garrett (he/his)
Garrett Horwath, ENV SP I Analyst
Kimley-Horn 160 E. 42" d Street, Suite 1215, New York, NY 10165
Direct: 332 910 8263 1 Main: 914 368 9200
From: Laura Moore <Imoore@queensbury.net>
Sent: Monday, August 21, 2023 10:31 AM
To: Lieberman, Casey <Casey.Lieberman@kimley-horn.com>; matthew.flansburg@target.com; Horwath, Garrett
<Garrett.Horwath@kimley-horn.com>
Cc: Shauna Baker <shaunab@queensbury.net>; Karen Dwyre <karend@queensbury.net>
Subject: Target Sign Variance and Site Plan Due to expire in October of 2023
Matthew and Garrett,
Our office has not received final plans for this project for the Target sign variance. Please find attached the compliance
letter and resolutions. The compliance letter outlines the information need to complete the final plan sets prior to any
permits. You may also request for an extension and an email/letter should be submitted by September. Please note just
submitting final plans or a building permit does not secure the approval. The project needs to be substantially underway
prior to the expiration.
Please let me know if there are any questions.
Thank you. Laura
Town of Queensbury
ImCommunity Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION — GRANT / DENY EXTENSION REQUEST
SITE PLAN 65-2022 MATTHEW FLANSBURG/TARGET CORP.
Tax Map ID: 302.5-1-92.12 / Property Address: 578 Aviation Road / Zoning: ESC
Applicant proposed to update the Target store fagade by relocating the existing CVS sign and installing a
new block backer with new 77.1 sq ft Drive -Up sign. The block backer material for the new sign to be
similar in color to the blocker behind the existing white Target logo.
The Planning Board approved this application on October 25, 2022. The applicant is requesting a one year
extension, valid until October 17, 2024.
MOTION TO APPROVE A ONE YEAR EXTENSION FOR SITE PLAN 65-2022 MATTHEW
FLANSBURG/TARGET CORP. Introduced by who moved for its adoption,
Duly adopted this 171h day of October 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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7
THE T I RM
A PROFESSION L 'I I ILITY COM PANY
Mr. Stephen Traver, Chairman
Queensbury Planning Board
742 Bay Rd
Queensbury, NY 12804
Mr. Mike McCabe, Chairman
Queensbury Zoning Board of Appeals
742 Bay Rd
Queensbury, NY 12804
Re: 79 Knox Road
Gentlemen:
Thomas S. West
Direct Dial: (518) 641-0501
E-Mail: twest@westfirmlaw.com
September 18, 2023
I am one of the owners of the property located at 79 Knox Rd. that was the subject of
decision -making by your boards last October and follow-up decision -making by the Zoning Board
of Appeals this August. Those approvals involve a site plan approval and various variances to
authorize the replacement of our summer camp with a year-round residence and a separate garage
structure with living accommodations above the garage. On behalf of Renee and myself, I am
writing to you to respectfully request an extension of those approvals for one year.
As you are aware, the residential construction industry remains very busy, and it has been
difficult to finalize engineering drawings and lineup contractors for the construction of our
facilities. This process was complicated by the fact that in June of this year, we made the decision
to move the garage slightly this spring after the property was staked for construction. As noted
during the ZBA meeting last month, the original location had a portion of the garage in an
embankment, which necessitated removing mature trees. Now that we have a final configuration
for the project, we are ready to move forward, but will not be able to do so prior to the expiration
of our prior approvals. We are also trying to avoid concrete work and construction during winter
conditions.
Thank you for your attention to this request.
Attorneys and Counselors at Law
Peter Kiernan Plaza 1 575 Broadway, 2°d Floor I Albany, NY 12207-2931
Office: (518) 641-0500 Fax: (518) 615-1500 www.westfirmlaw.com
Town of Queensbury
Community Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION — GRANT / DENY EXTENSION REQUEST
SITE PLAN 71-2022 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 15-2022 RENEE & TOM WEST
Tax Map ID: 239.7-1-19 / Property Address: 79 Knox Road / Zoning: WR
Applicant proposed to demolish an existing home to construct a new 3,315 sq. ft. footprint home with
detached 1,100 sq. ft. garage. The floor area is to be 6,500 sq. ft. total.
The Planning Board approved this application on October 25, 2022. The applicant is requesting a one year
extension, valid until October 17, 2024.
MOTION TO APPROVE A ONE YEAR EXTENSION FOR SITE PLAN 71-2022 & FRESHWATER
WETLANDS 15-2022 RENEE & TOM WEST. Introduced by who moved for its
adoption,
Duly adopted this 171h day of October 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 64-2023 @ 23 Jay Road
Gary Higley
No public hearing
Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation
to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
October 17, 2023
Site Plan 64-2023 GARY HIGLEY
23 Jay Road / Waterfront Residential / Ward 1
SEQR Type II
Material Review: Site Plan application, narrative, site plan, elevation drawings, survey
Parcel History: SP 77-2019, AV 57-2019, SP 30-2020, AV 23-2020
Requested Action
Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for an addition to an existing home.
Resolutions
1. Recommendation
Proiect Description
Applicant proposes to construct a 137 sq ft porch addition onto an existing home. The footprint of the existing
home is 2,448 sq ft with a 1,218 sq ft deck. A portion of the deck will be replaced with the screen porch. The
current floor area is 4,306 sq ft with the new floor area to be 4,443 sq ft. No changes to existing site conditions.
Pursuant to chapter 179-4-080 & 179-3-040, site plan for new floor area shall be subject to Planning Board
review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation
to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Staff Comments
• Location -The project is located at 23 Jay Road on a 0.23 ac parcel in the Waterfront Residential zone.
• Arrangement- The site has an existing home of 2,479 sf single family home, a shed of 120 sf, and porch area
of 2,837 sf
• Site Design- There are no changes to the current site conditions
• Building — The site has an existing deck area where a 137 sq ft will be an enclosed porch area.
• Grading and drainage plan -The project does not require any new grading and the stormwater drainage
remains unchanged.
• Sediment and erosion control -There are no plans for sediment and erosion control as the addition is on the
existing deck area.
• Landscape plan -The applicant proposes no changes to the existing landscaping plan.
• Site lighting plan -The application indicates residential light fixtures.
• Utility details -There are no changes to the existing utilities
• Elevations -The plan show the existing and proposed rendition. The plans should include the project height.
• Floor plans -The floor plans show the screen porch to have doors on either side to access the existing deck
areas and windows to the front.
• 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, , q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal.
• The waivers requested —Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver of these items as the project occurs
on a portion of the existing deck and no other changes to the site are proposed. Items provided included
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.
Area Variance
The enclosed porch will be 38.6 ft from the shoreline where a 50 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: 1st 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 41-2023 GARY HIGLEY
Tax Map ID: 289.10-1-14 / Property Address: 23 Jay Road / Zoning: WR
The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to construct a 137 sq ft porch
addition onto an existing home. The footprint of the existing home is 2,448 sq ft with a 1,218 sq ft deck. A
portion of the deck will be replaced with the screen porch. The current floor area is 4,306 sq ft with the new
floor area to be 4,443 sq ft. No changes to existing site conditions. Pursuant to chapter 179-4-080 & 179-3-040,
site plan for new floor area shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought
for setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
The Town of Queensbury Zoning Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 J 2 b. requires the Planning Board to
provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require both Zoning Board
of Appeals & Planning Board approval;
The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the variance
application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding community,
and found that:
MOTION TO MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEHALF OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS FOR AREA VARIANCE 41-2023 GARY HIGLEY.
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 171h day of October 2023 by the following vote:
AYES
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Site Plan 65-2023 @ 1172 State Route 9
Great Escape Theme Park
Public Hearing scheduled
Unlisted SEAR
Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
ow Community Development Department Staff Notes
October 17, 2023
Site Plan 65-2023 GREAT ESCAPE THEME PARK
1172 State Route 9 / Recreation Commercial / Ward 1
SEQR Unlisted —no further segr review
Material Review: Site Plan application, cover letter, site plan drawings, amusement ride rendering,
stormwater, deed, and sound measurements
Parcel History: SP 5-2017, SP 28-2017, SP 15-2018, SP 3-2019, SP 54-2019, SP 67-2019, SP 3-2022, SP
22-2022, AV 6-2022, FWW 1-2022, AV 21-2023, SP 44-2023, SP 50-2023, FWW 8-
2023, FWW 10-2023
Warren Co Referral Sent: October 2023 / Comments:
Requested Action
Planning Board review and approval for removing an existing roller coaster to construct a new wooden roller
coaster.
Resolutions
1. No further SEQR review as no thresholds were triggered
2. PB decision
Project Description
Applicant proposes to remove an existing roller coaster ride in order to construct a new wooden roller coaster
with a footprint of approximately 22,434 sq ft. The project will utilize the existing ride operation structure,
entrance and exit ramps from the previous coaster. There will be a new queue line walkway area including
permeable pavers. The coaster will be adjacent to the Go -Kart ride. The adjacent Tradewinds retail area will
remain unchanged. The highest point of the ride is 60 feet and is located in Area A of the GEIS that allows 175-
185 feet height. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for a new ride in the Recreation Commercial zone shall
be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Staff Comments
• Location -The project is located at 1172 State Route 9 on a 237.6 ac parcel with a project area of 74000 sf in
the Recreational Commercial zone.
• Arrangement- The new roller coaster ride will be in the same location of the previous Bobsled roller coaster
ride.
• Site Design- The previous roller coaster is to be removed and the site will be redone with a different
configuration
• Building — The project area has an existing ride operation structure of 1,397 sf and associated entrance and
exit ramp area will be utilized for the new roller coaster.
• Traffic- The applicant has indicated the GEIS and the 2001 Findings proposed mitigation if warranted and at
this time the 2023 Traffic count study fall below the threshold necessary for the implantation of Phase 3
improvements.
• Site plan overall -The park is a seasonal operation and snow will be removed as needed to ensure fire access.
• Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The project area of 74,000 sf with a new
impervious of 33,030 sf. The permeability is reduce from 61.7 % to 55.4%. The plans use a construction
entrance and silt fence to erosion and sediment control. The updated plan will utilize catch basin to a
stormwater infiltration basin. Information was forwarded to the Town Engineer for review and comment.
• Landscape plan -The plans show the new landscaping plan with the applicant indicating there is overall
increase of plantings. The plans call for red maple, white spruce, balsam fir and dogwood. The existing
hemlocks, spruce, birch, white pine, locust and maple are to remain. The plans show an annual bed on either
side of the queuing area. There is also additional lights in the queue area mounted to the structure of the
coaster - lighting fixtures were provided.
• Site lighting plan -The plans indicate there will be rope lighting mounted below top handrail, decorative light
poles at ride queuing area.
• Site details per Final GEIS
o Environmental Considerations- The new ride is replacement of an existing ride area and surrounding
by existing developed portions of the park. The applicant has indicated no wildlife habitats would
be disturbed for this project.
o Noise — The proposed roller coaster is not expected to exceed the 5dbA threshold. The applicant has
indicated the sound levels are also not expected exceed the background noise from neighboring
rides.
o Stormwater-The project plans indicate the stormwater for the project area includes an infiltration
basin, landscape areas and permeable pavers.
o Visual impacts — The project area is located in Area A as noted in the Final GEIS that allows for
rides to be at a height of 175 to 185 ft where the proposed coaster will be at 60 ft in heght.
• Utility details -There are no changes to the existing utility connections including water and sewer
• Signage-The signs proposed are interior to the park
• Elevations -The application materials includes a rendition of the new coaster. The plans indicate the high
point of the new coaster is to be 60 ft where the high point for the previous coaster was 66 ft.
• Floor plans -The applicant has provided a footprint view of the new roller coaster.
• Waivers -The applicant has not requested any waivers at this time. The following information has been
addressed in the submission 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.
• 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 review application for a new Bobcat roller coaster.
Meeting History: 1st Meeting
FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE
Town of Queensbury
742 Bay Road, Queensbunj, NY 12804
"Honte of Natural Beauty... A Good Place to Live"
PLAN REVIEW (site)
Great Escape Theme Park
1172 State Route 9
SP-66-2023
9/28/23
The Following comments are based on a review of Submittals:
• DIM has no issues at this time
Deputy Fire Marshal
Tyson Converse
742 Bay Road
Queensbury NY 12804
518 761 8205
garys@queensbury.net
Fi r e M a r s It a I' s Off i c e - P It o it e: 518-761-8206 - F a x: 518-745-4437
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awTown of Queensbury
Community Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION — Grant / Deny Site Plan Approval
SITE PLAN 65-2023 GREAT ESCAPE THEME PARK
Tax Map ID: 288.20-1-20 / Property Address: 1172 State Route 9 / Zoning: RC
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes to remove an existing
roller coaster ride in order to construct a new wooden roller coaster with a footprint of approximately 22,434
sq ft. The project will utilize the existing ride operation structure, entrance and exit ramps from the previous
coaster. There will be a new queue line walkway area including permeable pavers. The coaster will be
adjacent to the Go -Kart ride. The adjacent Tradewinds retail area will remain unchanged. The highest point
of the ride is 60 feet and is located in Area A of the GEIS that allows 175-185 feet height. Pursuant to
chapter 179-3-040, site plan for a new ride in the Recreation Commercial 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 determined that no additional SEQR review is required as the project does not exceed
any threshold established in the FEIS of 7/11/2001 or Supplemental EIS of 4/10/2004,
The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 10/17/2023 and continued the
public hearing to 10/17/2023, 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 10/17/2023;
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 65-2023 GREAT ESCAPE THEME PARK;
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 17t" day of October 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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Site Plan 66-2023 @ 24 Quaker Ridge Boulevard
Jeremy Eanes/Walmart
Public Hearing scheduled
Unlisted SEQR
Draft resolutions- SEQR, grant/deny site plan
approval
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
et Community Development Department Staff Notes
October 17, 2023
Site Plan 66-2023 JEREMY EANES/WALMART
24 Quaker Ridge Boulevard / Commercial Intensive / Ward 2
SEQR Unlisted
Material Review: site plan application, civil plans, architectural plans, engineering report,
Parcel History: SP 59-2017, SV 9-2019, SP 9-2019, SV 3-2019
Warren Co Referral Sent: October 2023 / Comments:
Requested Action
Planning Board review and approval for an addition to an existing Walmart store.
Resolutions
1. SEQRA review
2. PB decision
Proiect Description
Applicant proposes to construct an 8,202 sq ft single story addition to the northeast side of the existing 153,943
sq ft Walmart building. The project is to enhance their order pick up process and includes removal of the
existing canopy and relocating to the new addition area. The project includes site work for removal of hard
surfacing and installing vegetation. Additional facade changes for signage and adding blue and brown features
to the building are also proposed. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for new construction of a building
addition facade color additions and sign alterations shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Staff Comments
• Location -The project is located at 24 Quaker Ridge Boulevard on a 33.27 ac in the Commercial Intensive
zone.
• Arrangement- The site has an existing 153,943 sq ft building with a 791 parking area for the existing
Walmart.
• Site Design- The project includes the addition of 8,202 sq ft and to modify the facade with updated color
and signage details.
• Building — The addition is to be 8,202 sq ft and to be located on the south east side of the building. The
project includes removal of the existing pick-up canopy on the north east side of building.
• Site conditions -The location of the addition will be constructed over a majority of paved surfaces.
• Traffic- The parking area will be increased to 772 parking spaces where 730 spaces were required due to the
new building addition. The plans show signage at the new pick up area that is directional signage
• Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The land disturbance for the project is 0.42 ac.The
plans indicate there is an existing storm inlets and catch basins that are to be used for directing stormwater.
The work area for the addition will include erosion and sediment protections.
• Landscape plan -The area adjacent to the new addition is to be converted to a green space.
• Site lighting plan -The applicant has indicated no new lighting is proposed.
• Utility details -There are no changes to the existing connections.
• Signage-The applicants plans indicate the pylon sign will be replaced with a 306.63 sq ft sign where the
existing 453.79 sq ft. The wall sign details will need additional information as to size and color as plans
indicate some size differences.
• Elevations -The plans show a building rendition with the front and the new pick up area. The building fagade
color is to be updated with greys and blues. The two arches are to be blue with white lettering and the main
Walmart is to be grey/brown with a square Walmart and spark logo. The blue bleeds to the side of the
arches.
• Floor plans -The applicant has provided the interior floor plan of areas effected with the addition and change
of location for pick up. The front end interior also has some modifications. The interior work is covered
under a Building and Codes Permit.
• Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting j.
stormwater, k. topography, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal
• The waivers requested —Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver of these items as the project is for a
single story addition and no other site changes are proposed. Items that have been provided include: h.
signage,1. landscaping, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans.
• Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the
written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be
granted.
Summary
The applicant has completed a site plan application for the construction of an addition and building fagade
modification.
Facade
Proposed
Meeting History: I'Meeting
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FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE
Town of Queensbunj
742 Bay Road, Queensbuny, NY 12804
"Home of Natural Beauty... A Good Place to Live"
PLAN REVIEW (site)
Walmart
24 Quaker Ridge Blvd
SP-66-2023
10/2/23
The Following comments are based on a review of Submittals:
• DIM has no issues at this time
Deputy Fire Marshal
Tyson Converse
742 Bay Road
Queensbury NY 12804
518 761 8205
garys@queensbury.net
Fi r e M a r s It a l' s Off i c e - P h o it e: 518-761-8206 - F a x: 518-745-4437
{irentarshal@gtteensbi.inl.iiet - imiti.quemsburtlnet
Town of Queensbury
Community Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
SEQR RESOLUTION — Grant Positive or Negative Declaration
SITE PLAN 66-2023 JEREMY EANES/WALMART
Tax Map ID: 303.15-1-25.1 / Property Address: 24 Quaker Ridge Blvd / Zoning: CI
The applicant proposes to construct an 8,202 sq ft single story addition to the northeast side of the existing
153,943 sq ft Walmart building. The project is to enhance their order pick up process and includes removal of
the existing canopy and relocating to the new addition area. The project includes site work for removal of hard
surfacing and installing vegetation. Additional fagade changes for signage and adding blue and brown features
to the building are also proposed. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for new construction of a building
addition fagade color additions and sign alterations 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 66-2023 JEREMY EANES/WALMART. Introduced by who moved for its adoption.
As per the resolution prepared by staff.
1. Part II of the Short has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board.
2. Part III of the Short 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 171" day of October 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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ftTown of Queensbury
Community Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION — Grant / Deny Site Plan Approval
SITE PLAN 66-2023 JEREMY EANES/WALMART
Tax Map ID: 303.15-1-25.1 / Property Address: 24 Quaker Ridge Blvd / Zoning: Cl
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes to construct an 8,202
sq ft single story addition to the northeast side of the existing 153,943 sq ft Walmart building. The project is
to enhance their order pick up process and includes removal of the existing canopy and relocating to the new
addition area. The project includes site work for removal of hard surfacing and installing vegetation.
Additional facade changes for signage and adding blue and brown features to the building are also proposed.
Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for new construction of a building addition facade color additions
and sign alterations shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Code -Chapter 179-9-080, the Planning
Board has determined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as stated in the Zoning Code;
As required by General Municipal Law Section 239-m the site plan application was referred to the Warren
County Planning Department for its recommendation;
The Planning Board has reviewed the potential environmental impacts of the project, pursuant to the State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and adopted a SEQRA Negative Declaration — Determination
of Non -Significance;
The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the Site plan application on 10/17/2023 and continued the
public hearing to 10/17/2023, 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 10/17/2023;
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 66-2023 JEREMY EANES/WALMART;
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 17th day of October 2023 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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