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Staff Notes for 11/14/2023STAFF NOTES NOVEMBER 14 2023 Queensbury Planning Board Agenda First Regular Meeting: Tuesday, November 14, 2023 / Time 7 — 11 pm Queensbury Activities Center @ 742 Bay Road Approval of Minutes Dates- September 19, 2023 & September 26, 2023 Administrative Items: Site Plan 70-2023 & RZ 4-2023 Edward Ostberg- Seek Lead Agency Site Plan 69-2023 & RZ 1-2023 Foothills Builders- Seek Lead Agency Recommendations: _A Ipp icant(s) NORTHSTAR DONUT GROUP ( Application Type E Site Plan 68-2023 Owner (s) Cedar Holding Associates � SEQR Type Type II Agents) Bartlett, Pontiff, Stewart &Rhodes �� Lot size _ 0.11 acre _ Location j 713 Glen Street —_� Ward: 2 Zoning Classification: CI ! Tax ID No. 302.6-1-10 _ Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 140 _ Cross Reference AV 98-2002, AV 42-2003, SP 10-2003, SV 6-2023 ' Warren Co. Referral _November 2023 Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information Travel Corridor Project Description: Applicant proposes to alter signage and modify the building canopies for existing building and site. The existing 2,358.5 sq ft building to remain with no changes. An existing wall sign will be replaced with a 22.3 sq ft sign with the word "Dunkin" on the North Elevation. The free standing sign will be refurbished to a 32 sq ft sign with the words "Dunkin Drive Thru". Also proposed are 2 directional signs of 2.79 sq ft at each access and exit point. Also included is a 2.68 sq ft sign above the height check arm indicating the drive thru. The menu board will be replaced with a I 19.88 sq ft digital menu board as another free standing sign. The project includes replacing the sloped canopies with flat canopies over the entrance and ' drive thru window and a new canopy over the digital menu. The color scheme will be updated with more gray, orange and pink. Pursuant to chapter j179-3-040 & 140, site plan for new color scheme, signs and canopies shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for number of signs and digital sign. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Applicant(s) —DAVID R. WHITE _ Application Type Site Plan 72-2023 Owner (s _J Mary White, David White & Candice White SEQR Type Ty ep II Agent(s) _� Hutchins Engineering _ -� Lot size 0.83 acre _Location ( 5 Wild Turkey Lane Ward: I Zoning Classification- WR Tax ID No. 239.15--1-4 _^— Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-13-010 Cross Reference AV 6-1990, SP 1-1992, SP 10-2002, AV 37-2002, f Warren Co. Referral November 2023 j SP 5-2021, AV 1-2021, AV 44-2023 Public Hearing n/a for recommendation J Site Information APA, LGPC, CEA —� Project Description: Applicant proposes to construct a 124 sq ft raised walkway and a 175 sq ft paver access walk. The walkway will be connected to the previously approved second floor addition. The existing 1,575 sq ft home, 431 sq ft porch, 452 sq ft detached garage, and 4,096 sq ft hard surfacing to remain unchanged. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & 179-13-010, site plan for a non -conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board shall Drovide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Anneals. i Applicant s CHARLES & ETHEL WEEKS ____] Application Type -___—1 Site Plan 74-2023 _Owner (s) Same as applicant — J SEQR Type _Type II Agent(s) n/a Lot size J1 6.34 acres Location 70 Pickle Hill Road Ward: 1 Zoning Classification: RR-3A —---__—_-- - _ __— Tax ID No. ( 265.-1-23.3 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-5-020, 179-6-065 Cross Reference AV 46-2023 _ _� Warren Co. Referral�November 2023 _ J Public Hearing n/a for recommendation Site Information CEA, LGPC, APA Project Description: Applicant proposes to construct a second garage of 840 sq ft. The garage will have 3 bays and upstairs storage. The existing 200 sq ft pole barn will be removed. The existing 4,120 sq ft home and 1,371 sq ft extended porch to remain unchanged. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-5- 020 & 179-6-065, site plan for new floor area in a critical environment area shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for number of garages. Planning Board shall make a recommendation to the Zoning Board of ADDeals. Applicant(s) LAUREN & CHRISTIAN FREYER Application Type — Site Plan 73-2023 Freshwater Wetlands 13-2023 — Owner (s) Same as applicant SEQR Type Type II T--� Agent(s) RU Holmes, PLLC. ^J Lot size .37 acre — Location ( Pulver Road � Ward: I Zoning Classification: WR Tax ID No. 227.14-1-17 �__Ordinance Reference 179-3-040, 179-6-065, 179-6-050, Chapter94 J _Cross Reference AV 45-2023 Warren Co. Referral ( November 2023 Public Hearing�n/a for recommendation _� _ Site Information CEA, wetlands, APA, LGPC -- Project Description: Applicant proposes to construct a 2,028 sq ft footprint home with a floor area of 3,456 sq ft. The project includes associated site work for stormwater management and shoreline planting plan. The septic system approved by local BOH is proposed for construction across Pulver Road and connecting to adjoining property by the same owner. Pursuant to Chapter 94, 179-3-040, 179-6-065 & 179-6-050, site plan for new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline and work within 100 ft of wetlands shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and permeability. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. New Business: `_Applicant(s) _TRACEY HOLDINGS, LLC._ Application A T e ; Site Plan 71-2023 vYp Owner (s) Same as applicant _� SEQR Tye Type II-- Agent(s) —� Am Ry unnalls _ i Lot size _ f _ 7.35 acres Location _— 280 Corinth Road _� Ward: 4 —_J Zoning Classification: CLI Tax ID No J 308.16-1-82.1_ Ordinance Reference I 179-3-040, 179-9-020 Cross Reference _ _� _ SP 11-89, SP 10-94, SP 10-94M, AV 32-2004, SP Warren Co. Referral November 2023 — — 59-2018, SP (M) 36-2021, SP 6-2023 Public Hearing November 14, 2023 � Site Information__ Travel Corridor Project Description: Applicant proposes removal of 50 large trees on the West property line; North of the existing pole barn and behind it. The area of tree removal would be replaced with 20 evergreen bushes. The existing buildings on the site to remain unchanged. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & } 179-9-020, site plan for tree cutting and new hard surfacing shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. New Business- Unapproved Development: Applicants) _MARC GARVEY� Ap_ lotion 1ype_____J Site Plan 67-2023 Owner (s) J Garvey Sisters, LLC. SEQR Type �� Unlisted !Agent(s) _� EDP —� Lot size J 6.97 acres Location 257 Dix Avenue Ward: 2 ! Zoning Classification: CI _ Tax ID No. 303.15-1-3 Ordinance Reference 179-3-040 _Cross Reference SP 75-2000, SP 44-2003, SP 55-2018, SP 10-2022 i Warren Co. Referral October 2023 Public Hearing October 24, 2023, November 14, 2023 1 Site Information Regional Arterial Road Project Description: Applicant proposes construction of a 7,200 sq ft building for auto detailing and body work. The building will be 16 ft +/- in height and have 4 bay doors. The existing 21,425 sq ft sales and service building to remain unchanged. The new building site work includes increasing parking, new travel lane area, connection of sewer and water services, landscaping, lighting for new building, and stormwater modification. The project also includes a site plan modification for the parking area, additional hard surfacing and shed. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for new j construction of an auto detailing and body work building is subject to Planning Board review and approval. - Any further business which may be properly brought before the Board - Minutes for September 19 and September 26 Draft resolution- grant/deny minutes approval Administrative items: Site Plan 70-2023 & Petition of Zone Change 4- 2023 @ 639 & 0 County Line Road Edward Ostberg Draft resolution- grant/deny Seek Lead Agency status Site Plan 69-2023, Petition of Zone Change 1-2023 & Freshwater Wetlands 12-2023@ 361 Ridge Rd Foothills Builders/Mead's Draft resolution- grant/deny Seek Lead Agency status Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — Seek Lead Agency Status in connection with SITE PLAN 70-2023 & PETITION OF ZONE CHANGE 4-2023 EDWARD OSTBERG Tax Map ID: 290.-1-8, 290.-1-7 / Property Address: 639 & 0 County Line Road / Zoning: CLI WHEREAS, the applicant proposes to reuse an existing 8,087 sq ft building for a microbrewery with associated uses. The project includes site arrangement for an outdoor cooler and a tasting area of 6 tables at most. The project also includes a petition of zone change to add microbrewery to the allowed uses in the Commercial Light Industrial zone. Site Plan review pending Town Board and Planning Board Petition of zone change review. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-5-100 site plan for a multifamily buildings subject to Planning Board review and approval. This project is subject to a coordinated SEQR review with the Town Board. The Planning Board seeks Lead Agency status. WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury has determined to begin an environmental review process under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA). WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury has identified the project to be a Type I action for purposes of SEQR review pursuant to 6 NYCRR 617. WHEREAS, the Planning Board is the agency most directly responsible for approving the action because of its responsibility for approving the land uses for the property. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby indicates its desire to be lead agency for SEQRA review of this action and authorizes and directs the Zoning Administrator to notify any other potentially involved agencies of such intent. That Part I of the SEQRA form will be sent to the appropriate agencies. MOTION TO SEEK LEAD AGENCY STATUS IN CONNECTION WITH SITE PLAN 70-2023 & PETITION OF ZONE CHANGE 4-2023 EDWARD OSTBERG, Introduced by who moved for its adoption, As per the draft resolution prepared by staff. Duly adopted this 141h day of November 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES Phone: 518.761.8220 I 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 — Seek Lead Agency Status in connection with SITE PLAN 69-2023, PETITION OF ZONE CHANGE 1-2023 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 12-2023 FOOTHILLS BUILDERS Tax Map ID: 303.5-1-79 / Property Address: 361 Ridge Road / Zoning: CI WHEREAS, the applicant proposes a zone change of a 10.99 acre parcel from Commercial Intensive to Moderate Density Residential. The project includes construction of 16 buildings with 4 units each. Townhouse units are subject to subdivision as they are individually owned building footprints. The site has a designated wetland. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-10-040 and chapter 94, site plan for construction of a new multifamily building and work within 100 ft of wetlands shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Town Board for zoning change. WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury has determined to begin an environmental review process under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA). WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury has identified the project to be a Type I action for purposes of SEQR review pursuant to 6 NYCRR 617. WHEREAS, the Planning Board is the agency most directly responsible for approving the action because of its responsibility for approving the land uses for the property. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury hereby indicates its desire to be lead agency for SEQRA review of this action and authorizes and directs the Zoning Administrator to notify any other potentially involved agencies of such intent. That Part I of the SEQRA form will be sent to the appropriate agencies. MOTION TO SEEK LEAD AGENCY STATUS IN CONNECTION WITH SITE PLAN 69-2023, PETITION OF ZONE CHANGE 1-2023 & FRESHWATER WETLANDS 12-2023 FOOTHILLS BUILDERS, Introduced by who moved for its adoption, As per the draft resolution prepared by staff. Duly adopted this 141" day of November 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 68-2023 @ 713 Glen Street Northstar Donut Group No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board at Community Development Department Staff Notes November 14, 2023 Site Plan 68-2023 NORTHSTAR DONUT GROUP 713 Glen Street / Commercial Intensive / Ward 2 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, site plan, elevations, floor plans Parcel History: AV 98-2002, AV 42-2003, SP 10-2003, SV 6-2023 Warren Co Referral Sent: November 2023 / Comments: Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for digital sign and more than one free standing sign. Resolutions 1. Recommendation Proiect Description Applicant proposes to alter signage and modify the building canopies for existing building and site. The existing 2,358.5 sq ft building to remain with no changes. An existing wall sign will be replaced with a 22.3 sq ft sign with the word "Dunkin" on the North Elevation. The free standing sign will be refurbished to a 32 sq ft sign with the words "Dunkin Drive Thru". Also proposed are 2 directional signs of 2.79 sq ft at each access and exit point. Also included is a 2.68 sq ft sign above the height check arm indicating the drive thru. The menu board will be replaced with a 19.88 sq ft digital menu board as another free standing sign. The project includes replacing the sloped canopies with flat canopies over the entrance and drive thru window and a new canopy over the digital menu. The color scheme will be updated with more gray, orange and pink. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & 140, site plan for new color scheme, signs and canopies shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for number of signs and digital sign. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 713 Glen Street on a 0.48 ac parcel in the Commercial Intensive zoning district. • Arrangement- The site has an existing building of 2359 sf building to remain. • Site Design- There is no change to the site layout where parking and drive -aisle to remain the same. • Building — The applicant proposes to modify the paint color of the existing building and replace existing canopies with new canopies • Traffic- The site has 13 parking spaces and they are to remain. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The project does not change the existing stormwater and no grading or sediment and erosion control is triggered. • Landscape plan -The site landscaping will remain with no changes. • Site lighting plan -The site lighting and building lighting are to remain with no changes. • Utility details -There are no change to the existing utility connections for phone or power service. • Signage-The plans show an existing wall sign will be replaced with a 22.3 sq ft sign with the word "Dunkin" on the North Elevation. The free standing sign will be refurbished to a 32 sq ft sign with the words "Dunkin Drive Thru". Also proposed are 2 directional signs of 2.79 sq ft at each access and exit point. A new free standing sign at the drive-thru includes a 2.68 sq ft sign above the height check arm indicating the drive thru. The menu board will be replaced with a 19.88 sq ft digital menu board as another free standing sign. Three free-standing signs are proposed where only one is allowed. A digital menu board is proposed where digital is not allowed. • Elevations -The plans show the new color scheme with additional gray, and the pink and orange details. The plans show the new canopies to be flat versus slanted and the orange color. The brown color scheme would be removed from the building. • Floor plans -The floor plans were provided indicating existing conditions for customer and employee areas no changes proposed. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items j. stormwater, k. topography,1. landscaping, n traffic, p floor plans, q. soil logs, and r. construction/demolition disposal. • The waivers requested —Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as the project work is specific to the building fagade for colors and canopies as well as signage including digital. The applicant has provided information for the g. site lighting, h. signage, o. commercial alterations/ construction details s. snow removal. • Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written request of an applicant. The Board is to review the waivers and to determine if they are to be granted Nature of Variance The applicant proposes three free standing signs and one of the signs is digital where number of free standing is limited to one and digital is not an allowed signs. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for signs. Meeting History: 1"Meeting owTown 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 Sign Variance 6-2023 Northstar Donut Group Tax Map ID: 302.6-1-10 / Property Address: 713 Glen Street / Zoning: Cl The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to alter signage and modify the building canopies for existing building and site. The existing 2,358.5 sq ft building to remain with no changes. An existing wall sign will be replaced with a 22.3 sq ft sign with the word "Dunkin" on the North Elevation. The free standing sign will be refurbished to a 32 sq ft sign with the words "Dunkin Drive Thru". Also proposed are 2 directional signs of 2.79 sq ft at each access and exit point. Also included is a 2.68 sq ft sign above the height check arm indicating the drive thru. The menu board will be replaced with a 19.88 sq ft digital menu board as another free standing sign. The project includes replacing the sloped canopies with flat canopies over the entrance and drive thru window and a new canopy over the digital menu. The color scheme will be updated with more gray, orange and pink. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & 140, site plan for new color scheme, signs and canopies shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for number of signs and digital sign. 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 SIGN VARIANCE 6-2023 NORTHSTAR DONUT GROUP. 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. W b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 141h day of November 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 72-2023 @ 5 Wild Turkey Lane David R. White No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes November 14, 2023 Site Plan 72-2023 DAVID R. WHITE 5 Wild Turkey Lane / Waterfront Residential / Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, site drawings, elevations, survey Parcel History: AV 6-1990, SP 1-1992, SP 10-2002, AV 37-2002, SP 5-2021, AV 1-2021, AV 44-2023 Warren Co Referral Sent: November 2023 / Comments: Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for constructing a raised walkway needing setback relief. Resolutions 1. Recommendation Proiect Description Applicant proposes to construct a 124 sq ft raised walkway and a 175 sq ft paver access walk. The walkway will be connected to the previously approved second floor addition. The existing 1,575 sq ft home, 431 sq ft porch, 452 sq ft detached garage, and 4,096 sq ft hard surfacing to remain unchanged. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & 179-13-010, site plan for a non -conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 5 Wild Turkey Lane on a 0.83 ac parcel in the Waterfront Residential zone. • Site Design -The raised walkway is placed on the site to blend into the existing landscaping and driveway area. • Building — The existing home of 1575 sf footprint and the detached garage of 452 sf footprint are to remain with no changes. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The plans show the existing stormwater area for the new addition. There are no changes to the stormwater management. • Landscape plan -There are no changes to the landscaping plan that is existing at the shoreline. The plans show the existing treed shoreline buffer area. • Site lighting plan -There are no changes to the residential lighting. • Utility details -There are no changes to the existing utility connections. The plans indicate the septic was installed in 2022. • Elevations -The plans show the layout of the walkway and the elevation view of the raised walkway. • Floor plans -There are no changes to the existing floor plan of the home. The raised walkway was part of the previous project of an addition on the upper level to access materials for construction. The walkway was removed once construction was completed — the applicant realized it was useful and is requesting the updated plans for a walkway. 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 new raised walkway is to be 62.2 ft from the shoreline where a 75 ft setback is required. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setbacks. Meeting History: 1" 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 44-2023 DAVID R. WHITE Tax Map ID: 239.15-1-4 / Property Address: 5 Wild Turkey Lane / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to construct a 124 sq ft raised walkway and a 175 sq ft paver access walk. The walkway will be connected to the previously approved second floor addition. The existing 1,575 sq ft home, 431 sq ft porch, 452 sq ft detached garage, and 4,096 sq ft hard surfacing to remain unchanged. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & 179-13-010, site plan for a non -conforming structure shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Town of Queensbury Zoning Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 J 2 b. requires the Planning Board to provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require both Zoning Board of Appeals & Planning Board approval; The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the variance application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding community, and found that: MOTION TO MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEHALF OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS FOR AREA VARIANCE 44-2023 DAVID R. WHITE. 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. 1' b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 141h day of November 2023 by the following vote: I FA— .� NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 74-2023 @ 70 Pickle Hill Road Charles & Ethel Weeks No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Ow Community Development Department Staff Notes November 14, 2023 Site Plan 74-2023 CHARLES & ETHEL WEEKS 70 Pickle Hill Road / Rural Residential 3A / Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, site plan, floor plan, deed, survey Parcel History: AV 46-2023 Warren Co Referral Sent: November 2023 / Comments: Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a second garage. Resolutions 1. Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes to construct a second garage of 840 sq ft. The garage will have 3 bays and upstairs storage. The existing 200 sq ft pole barn will be removed. The existing 4,120 sq ft home and 1,371 sq ft extended porch to remain unchanged. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, 179-5-020 & 179-6-065, site plan for new floor area in a critical environment area shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for number of garages. Planning Board shall make a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 70 Pickle Hill Road on a 6.335 ac parcel in the Rural Residential three acre zone. • Arrangement- The site has an existing single family home and associated residential elements on the site. • Building — The site has an existing 4,120 sf home with 1,371 sf porch deck areas. The existing home has an attached garage. The site has an existing 200 sf pole barn that is to be removed. The new detach garage is to be 840 sf. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -There is no change to the site grading or existing drainage on the site. • Landscape plan -The applicant proposes no additional landscaping. The site for the garage is near a previous building that is to be removed and has existing hard -surface area. • Site lighting plan -There is no new lighting proposed for the garage. The existing lighting is to remain with no changes. • Utility details -The new garage will not be connected to the utilities • Elevations -The elevations show there are three bays with a man -door. The height would be 21 +/- ft at the highest point the rear or lower part of the building is 15 +/- ft. • Floor plans -The floor plans show an open area and the loft area. • 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 a second garage where only one garage is allowed. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for an additional garage. Meeting History: 1" 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 46-2023 CHARLES & ETHEL WEEKS Tax Map ID: 265.4-23.3 / Property Address: 70 Pickle Hill Road / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to construct a second garage of 840 sq ft. The garage will have 3 bays and upstairs storage. The existing 200 sq ft pole barn will be removed. The existing 4,120 sq ft home and 1,371 sq ft extended porch to remain unchanged. Pursuant to chapter 179-3- 040, 179-5-020 & 179-6-065, site plan for new floor area in a critical environment area shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for number of garages. Planning Board shall make a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Town of Queensbury Zoning Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 J 2 b. requires the Planning Board to provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require both Zoning Board of Appeals & Planning Board approval; The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the variance application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding community, and found that: MOTION TO MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEHALF OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS FOR AREA VARIANCE 46-2023 CHARLES & ETHERL WEEKS. 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. 1' b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern: 1) Duly adopted this 141h day of November 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 73-2023 & Freshwater Wetlands 13-2023 @ Pulver Road Lauren & Christian Freyer No public hearing Draft resolution- Planning Board Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Queensbury Planning Board Community Development Department Staff Notes November 14, 2023 Site Plan 73-2023 & LAUREN & CHRISTIAN FREYER Freshwater Wetlands 13-2023 Pulver Road / Waterfront Residential / Ward 1 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, narrative, freshwater wetlands, stormwater, elevations, floor plans, septic Parcel History: AV 45-2023 Warren Co Referral Sent: November 2023 / Comments: Requested Action Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for relief of setbacks and permeability for a new home. Resolutions 1. Recommendation Project Description Applicant proposes to construct a 2,028 sq ft footprint home with a floor area of 3,456 sq ft. The project includes associated site work for stormwater management and shoreline planting plan. The septic system approved by local BOH is proposed for construction across Pulver Road and connecting to adjoining property by the same owner. Pursuant to Chapter 94, 179-3-040, 179-6-065 & 179-6-050, site plan for new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline and work within 100 ft of wetlands shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and permeability. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Staff Comments • Location -The project site is located on Pulver Road across the street from 121 Pilot Knob Road on a 0.37 ac lot in the Waterfront Residential zone. • Arrangement- The current site is vacant. • Site Design -The applicant proposes a drive from Pulver Road, and the site work for the new home to be within 100 ft of the shoreline and wetland. • Building — The new home is to be 2,028 sf footprint with 57 sf porch area and portion of land dock. The floor area is to be 3,456 sf. • Site conditions- The existing parcel has a portion of the Pulver Road as part hard -surfacing data total, the property contains wetlands on the east property line and a shoreline on the north property line. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The applicant proposes to disturb 13,200 sf of 16,069 sf site. The stormwater management will be with a wet -pond on the east of the driveway and rain garden areas. • Landscape plan -The applicant has included information based on 63 ft along shoreline where the survey indicates 82 ft with the bend into the shoreline. At this time Sheet C2 indicates 4 large trees, 45 shrubs, and 89 herbaceous plants. 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 -82 ft of shoreline per site plan -Shoreline buffer 82 ft X 35 ft width is 2870 sq ft -Shoreline buffer area -2870 /700 = 4.1 round up to 5 -five large trees at 3 inch diameter -Ground cover-2870/350 = 8.2 round up to 9 (X7) =63 native shrubs and 9 (X14) herbaceous plants=126 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 82 ft Shoreline X 30%= 24.6 feet of the shoreline buffer cut to allow a view, access and to reduce runoff (such as angled across the lot). - Cross reference 179-8-040 ground cover of shrubs and herbaceous plantings are still applicable within the 30%/75 ft cut area. • Site lighting plan -The plans indicated lighting to be on Sheet C2 - nothing is noted on Sheet C2. Applicant is reminded residential lighting is to be cut off fixture downward casting. • Utility details -The applicant has shown a septic system to be installed on adjoining property as approved by the Local Board of Health. • Elevations -The applicant has provided a rendition of the home, elevations views of each side of the home and a site model view. • Floor plans -The floor plans show the crawl space area with a hatch for access. The first floor plan sows the garage, living area, kitchen area, bedroom, screen porch and an open porch area. The second floor shows laundry, a master bedroom, a bedroom and office area. • Waivers -The applicant has requested no variances at this time. • 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 Freshwater Wetlands The applicant has indicated there are multiple residential properties within 400 ft of the wetland. The plans show the work for the new home to be within 100 ft of the wetland triggering the wetland permit. Nature of Variance The applicant proposes a new home that is to be 32 ft from the shoreline where 50 ft is required, 23 ft from the wetland where 50 ft is required, 9 ft to the west property line where 20 ft is required. Then the permeability is to be 73.4 % where 75% is required. Summary The Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the ZBA in regards to the relief requested for setbacks and permeability. Meeting History: 1" Meeting fLaBeLLa October 26, 2023 Mr. Craig Brown Zoning Administrator and Code Compliance Officer Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, NY 12804 Via email: craigb@queensbury.net RE: Freyer Residence Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York LaBella Project No. 2220706.92 Queensbury Ref No. SP73-2023 Dear Mr. Brown, LaBella Associates has received a submission package from your office for the above referenced project. The Applicant is proposing to construct a single-family dwelling on an existing vacant lot on Pulver Road. Information submitted to our office for review includes the following: • Architectural Renderings, prepared by Beardsley, dated September 22, 2023; • Cover Letter, prepared by RU Holmes Engineers, dated August 31, 2023; • Deed, prepared by Warren County; • Site Plans - Waterfront, prepared by RU Holmes Engineers, dated October 3, 2023; • Site Plan Application, prepared by Jarrett Engineering, dated August 28, 2023; • Site Plans, prepared by RU Holmes Engineers, latest revision date July 27, 2022; • Survey, prepared by Van Dusen & Steves, dated April 27, 2021, and; • Wetlands Application, prepared by RU Holmes Engineers, undated. Your office has requested that we limit our review to stormwater management systems as they relate to compliance with local and State codes and regulations. Based upon our review of the information submitted, we offer the following comments for the Town's consideration. LaBella Associates P.C. 1 20 Elm Street, Suite 100 j Glens Falls, NY 12801 www .v.IabeIIapc.com 1. TDE Comment 10/26/2023: According to the site plan application, the proposed project will disturb 13,200 SF and is located inside the Lake George Park. However, a cursory review of the proposed plans suggest that disturbance will exceed 15,000 SF (including construction of residence, stormwater management practices, site grading, and wastewater treatment system). Therefore, the project's compliance requirements with the applicable Town and State stormwater regulations are as follows: • Town Code Section 147-8: not required because disturbance is less than 1 acre. • Town Code Section 147-9 & 147-10: required for all projects. • Town Code Section 147-11: required because project is inside Lake George Park; Project classified as a "Major Project" because disturbance exceeds 15,000 SF. • NYSDEC GP Coverage: Not required because disturbance is less than 1 acre. 2. TDE Comment 10/26/2023: The Applicant to revise the site plans to depict and label the total limit of disturbance for the proposed project (including force main and absorption field). 3. Section 147-111(3)(c)[1] of the Town Code states, "Stormwater control measures shall be designed so that there will be no increase in runoff volume from a ten-year-frequency/twenty- four-hour duration storm event following development over the predevelopment model". With the Major Project classification, the proposed stormwater management system is not an adequate practice, as there is no runoff volume reduction proposed. The Applicant to revise accordingly. 4. The detail for the proposed wet pond proposes grading into Lake George, which is not an acceptable practice. Further, our office has concerns that the 1-foot minimum berm width will erode overtime, resulting in the system failing, and ultimately discharging the contents of the wet pond into Lake George. 5. TDE Comment 10/26/2023: The provided submission does not include a stormwater model. A stormwater model shall be included in subsequent submissions. 6. TDE Comment 10/26/2023: The site plans lack adequate information for review, the Applicant to revise the plans to depict the following: a. An erosion and sediment control plan with associated site plan details, and; b. Neighboring water wells and septic systems, along with the separation distances to the proposed design features. 7. TDE Comment 10/26/2023: While our office did not conduct a review of the proposed wastewater system, our office notes that the Applicant should obtain maintenance easements on parcel 227.14-1-9 for the wastewater system servicing parcel 227.14-1-17. 2 Also, our office notes that the proposed septic tank access lids appear to conflict with the proposed driveway and should be revised accordingly. Conclusion and Recommendations The technical comments above are significant in nature. We therefore recommend that the Board require the applicant to update their application to address these comments. In the event the Planning Board or Town staff have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at (518) 824-1943. Respectfully submitted, LaBella Associates Paul Guillet, PE Senior Civil Engineer c: Shauna Baker, Town Planning Office Specialist (via email) Laura Moore, Town Land Use Planner (via email) 3 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 45-2023 LAUREN & CHRISTIAN FREYER Tax Map ID: 227.14-1-17 / Property Address: Pulver Road / Zoning: WR The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes to construct a 2,028 sq ft footprint home with a floor area of 3,456 sq ft. The project includes associated site work for stormwater management and shoreline planting plan. The septic system approved by local BOH is proposed for construction across Pulver Road and connecting to adjoining property by the same owner. Pursuant to Chapter 94, 179-3-040, 179-6-065 & 179-6-050, site plan for new floor area in a CEA, hard surfacing within 50 ft of the shoreline and work within 100 ft of wetlands shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is sought for setbacks and permeability. 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 45-2023 LAUREN & CHRISTIAN FREYER 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 141h day of November 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 71-2023 @ 280 Corinth Road Tracey Holdings, LLC. Public Hearing scheduled SEAR II Draft resolution- grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board at Community Development Department Staff Notes November 14, 2023 Site Plan 71-2023 TRACEY HOLDINGS, LLC. 280 Corinth Road / Commercial Light Industrial / Ward 4 SEQR Type II Material Review: site plan application, photographs, replacement tree/shrub like images, survey Parcel History: SP 11-89, SP 10-94, SP 10-94M, AV 32-2004, SP 59-2018, SP (M) 36-2021, SP 6-2023 Warren Co Referral Sent: November 2023 / Comments: Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for removal of trees and replanting plan. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes removal of 50 large trees on the West property line; North of the existing pole barn and behind it. The area of tree removal would be replaced with 20 evergreen bushes. The existing buildings on the site to remain unchanged. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & 179-9-020, site plan for tree cutting and new hard surfacing shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 280 Corinth Road on a 7.35 ac parcel in the Commercial Light Industrial zone. • Site Design- The existing access and arrangement on site is to remain the same. The removal and replanting of new shrubs is along property lines • Building — The site has three existing buildings to remain with no changes pole barn 1607 sf, garage 2409 sf, and one story metal building 18590 sf • Site conditions -The entry area of the property is utilized as a display area for vehicles. The remaining of the site is used for employee vehicles and storage of equipment and vehicles for Tracy Holdings. • Traffic- There is no change in the existing 70 spaces on site. • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -There are no plans to change the grading or drainage on site • Landscape plan -The plans and photos show the tree line to remove of 50 trees and the replanting of 20 or shrub evergreen plantings. • Site lighting plan -There is no changes to the lighting on site. • Utility details -There are no changes to the existing utilities on site. • Signage-There are no changes to the signage on site. • Elevations, Floor plans -There are no changes to the existing buildings elevations or floor plans. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items g. site lighting, h. signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, n traffic, o. commercial alterations/ construction details, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s. snow removal. • The waivers requested —Staff finds it reasonable to request a waiver as the project is specific to tree removal on property boundary and a replanting a shrub evergreen planting to reduce damage to the commercial site and adjoining property with sap. The applicant provided the tree removal and shrub planting area -1. landscaping. • 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 removal of trees and the replanting of shrubs. Meeting History: 1"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 71-2023 TRACEY HOLDINGS, LLC. Tax Map ID: 308.16-1-82.1 / Property Address: 280 Corinth Road / Zoning: CLI The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes removal of 50 large trees on the West property line; North of the existing pole barn and behind it. The area of tree removal would be replaced with 20 evergreen bushes. The existing buildings on the site to remain unchanged. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040 & 179-9-020, site plan for tree cutting and new hard surfacing 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 11/14/2023 and continued the public hearing to 11/14/2023 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 11/14/2023; 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 71-2023 TRACEY HOLDINGS, LLC. Introduced by who moved for its adoption; Per the draft provided by staff conditioned upon the following conditions: 1) Waivers request granted/denied: 2) The approval is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval. Applicant is responsible for requesting an extension of approval before the one (1) year time frame has expired. 3) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution. a) If application was referred to engineering, then engineering sign -off required prior to signature of Zoning Administrator of the approved plans; Page 1 of 2 Phone: 518.761.82201 Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net b) Final approved plans should have dimensions and setbacks noted on the site plan/survey, floor plans and elevation for the existing rooms and proposed rooms in the building and site improvements, c) Final approved plans, in compliance with the Site Plan, must be submitted to the Community Development Department before any further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building and Codes personnel; d) The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Building Permit and/or the beginning of any site work; e) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with this and all other conditions of this resolution; f) As -built plans to certify that the site plan is developed according to the approved plans to be provided prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy; g) Resolution to be placed on final plans in its entirety and legible. Duly adopted this 1 l ch day of November 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.763..8220 I Fax: 518.745.44371742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 3.28041 www.queensbury.net Site Plan 67-2023 @ 257 Dix Avenue Marc Garvey Public Hearing scheduled Unlisted SEQR Draft resolution- SEQR, grant/deny site plan approval Town of Queensbury Planning Board QL Community Development Department Staff Notes November 14, 2023 Site Plan 67-2023 MARC GARVEY 257 Dix Avenue / Commercial Intensive / Ward 2 SEQR Unlisted Material Review: Site Plan application, site plans, stormwater report, building plans, SHPO letter and revised plans Parcel History: SP 75-2000, SP 44-2003, SP 55-2018, SP 10-2022 Warren Co Referral Sent: October 2023 / Comments: NCI Requested Action Planning Board review and approval for construction of a 7,200 sq ft building and as- built conditions for the 2022 project. Resolutions 1. PB decision Project Description Applicant proposes construction of a 7,200 sq ft building for auto detailing and body work. The building will be 16 ft +/- in height and have 4 bay doors. The existing 21,425 sq ft sales and service building to remain unchanged. The new building site work includes increasing parking, new travel lane area, connection of sewer and water services, landscaping, lighting for new building, and stormwater modification. The project also includes a site plan modification for the parking area, additional hard surfacing and shed. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for new construction of an auto detailing and body work building is subject to Planning Board review and approval. Staff Comments • Location -The project is located at 257 Dix Avenue on a 6.96 ac parcel in the Commercial Intensive zone. • Arrangement- The site has an existing 21,425 sq ft building auto sales and service building. The site has existing access to Dix Avenue that is to remain. There is existing parking and stormwater that is to be amended for the new building. • Site Design- The parking area and certain site details from SP 10-2022 were altered from the approved plan. The applicant intends to update the plans for the body work building to address the site changes from 2022 proj ect. • Building — The building is to be 96 ft by 75 ft with 8 bays. The building will have a parts storage area. • Traffic- The site has an existing 134 parking spaces and proposed is 127 sq ft where required is 95 spaces; • Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control -The site has existing infiltration basin that is to be expanded for the new addition. The basin will take stormwater from the new pavement and a building area. • Landscape plan -There are no changes to the landscaping proposed. The board may have further discussions on parking area landscaping for lots over 24 parking spaces 179-8-050 nonresidential landscaping requirements and 179-4-090 parking landscaping. • Site lighting plan -The site plan indicates there may be up to seven building lights. The building lights are to downcast fixtures with cut off fixtures. There appears to be no new pole lights or adjustment to the pole lights. • Utility details -The new building will have the same connections for sewer and water. • Signage-There is no new signage proposed. • Elevations -The plans show the elevation view of each side of the building. The building is to be 20.2 ft. along the front and slope to an over 13 ft height. The color scheme is to be bark bronze metal panels to match the existing building. • Floor plans -The floor plans show 4 bay door areas to the side of the building and four to the front area then the parts storage area. There are two office areas and a restroom. • Waivers -Planning staff has reviewed the applicants request for waivers that include items 1. landscaping, • The waivers requested —Staff finds would request additional information about landscaping before granting a waiver. The following items have been provided: g. site lighting, h. signage, j. stormwater, k. topography, 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 application showing the as built conditions of 2022 and the new proposed site work and building for the auto body shop building. Meeting History: PB: 10/24/2023, 11/14/2023 LaBeLLa CcNrere bypartnership. November 6, 2023 Mr. Craig Brown Zoning Administrator and Code Compliance Officer Town of Queensbury 742 Bay Road Queensbury, NY 12804 Via email: craigb@ciueensbury.net Garvey Hyundai Town of Queensbury, Warren County, New York LaBella Project No. 2220706.91 Queensbury Ref No. SP67-2023 Dear Mr. Brown, LaBella Associates has received an updated submission package from your office for the above referenced project. The Applicant is proposing a new 7,200 sf building at an existing developed site. The new development will include the building and associated parking along with modifications to an existing stormwater facility. Information submitted to our office for review includes the following: • Letter of Transmittal, dated October 31, 2023; • Stormwater Design Report, Revised October 26, 2023, prepared by EDP; • Updated Site Plan Review Application, revised October 2016; • Project Narrative, dated October 2023, prepared by EDP; and • Site Plans, prepared by EDP, revised Submittal to Town October 27, 2023, 6pgs total. Your office has requested that we limit our review to stormwater management systems as they relate to compliance with local and State codes and regulations. Based upon our review of the information submitted, we offer the following comments for the Town's consideration. Review of Previous Comments (For clarity, the original TDE comment and subsequent responses are presented here as well. New comments and other unresolved issues are bold.) LaBella Associates P.C. 1 20 Elm Street, Suite 100 1 Glens Falls, NY 12801 www.labellapc.corn 1. TDE Comment 10/9/23: The Applicant is proposing an eave trench with an infiltration rate of 5 in/hr. There does not appear to be soil test pits or infiltration test results provided for the proposed infiltration device. The Applicant to perform soil test pits and infiltration testing within the bounds of each infiltration practice to confirm the soil's infiltration capacity and verify adequate separation distances exist. Soil testing may be performed during the time of construction. However, it shall be noted that if any design changes occur because of discovered inconsistency in soil conditions, the project may be subject to additional site plan review. The Applicant shall notify the Town prior to advancing the soil testing, such that the Town can witness the testing if they so choose. Applicant Response 1011312023: Infiltration testing was performed in the vicinity of the existing infiltration basin in April of 2022 with an infiltration rate on the order of 20 inches per hour being observed. The location and results of this infiltration test are included on sheet 2 of the plan set. TDE Response 10/30/2023: An infiltration test shall be performed inside the bounds of the eave trench to confirm the infiltration capacity and verify separation distances. Sol( testing may be performed during the time of construction. However, it shall be noted that if any design changes occur because of discovered inconsistency in soil conditions, the project may be subject to additional site plan review. The HydroCAD model indicates the peak elevation of the Eave Trench as 359.57' which is >35' above the proposed finished floor elevation. The Applicant shall consider modeling a secondary outflow to the Eave Trench Pond in HydroCAD to represent the overland flow path of runoff that exceeds the capacity of the eave trench. The Applicant shall include detailed grading on the Grading Plan to show how runoff that exceeds the capacity of the eave trench is directed to the Sediment Eorebay. The HydroCAD model and Grading Plan shall be consistent. New Comments 1. TDE Comment 11/06/2023: The Applicant shall ensure the culvert from the forebay to the infiltration basin has adequate cover over the pipe. 2. TDE Comment 11/06/2023: The pre- and post- development HydroCAD reports model the 12" infiltration basin outlet pipe at invert 320.10' and the Site Plan labels the invert at 319.93'. Please revise the reports and/ or the Plans to be consistent. Conclusion and Recommendations The majority of our previous technical comments have been addressed to our satisfaction. The remaining outstanding comments will require only minor changes to the grading plans and HydroCAD models and will not require a resubmission. We therefore have no objection to the Board considering M approval of this application, with the condition that the Applicant make the appropriate changes to the plans as recommended herein. 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) 824-1943. Respectfully submitted, LaBella Associates - � -4 Paul Guillet, PE Senior Civil Engineer c: Shauna Baker, Town Planning Office Specialist (via email) Laura Moore, Town Land Use Planner (via email) 3 oTown of Queensbury Community Development Office w 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board SEQR RESOLUTION — Grant Positive or Negative Declaration SITE PLAN 67-2023 MARC GARVEY Tax Map ID: 303.15-1-3 / Property Address: 257 Dix Avenue / Zoning: CI The applicant proposes construction of a 7,200 sq ft building for auto detailing and body work. The building will be 16 ft +/- in height and have 4 bay doors. The existing 21,425 sq ft sales and service building to remain unchanged. The new building site work includes increasing parking, new travel lane area, connection of sewer and water services, landscaping, lighting for new building, and stormwater modification. The project also includes a site plan modification for the parking area, additional hard surfacing and shed. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for new construction of an auto detailing and body work building is 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 67-2023 MARC GARVEY. Introduced by who moved for its adoption. As per the resolution prepared by staff. 1. Part II of the Short EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. 2. Part III of the Short EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board. Or Part III of the Short EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially moderate to large impacts. Duly adopted this 14th day of November 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Phone: 518.761.8220 1 Fax: 518.745.4437 1 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net Town of Queensbury Community Development Office 742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Town of Queensbury Planning Board RESOLUTION — Grant / Deny Site Plan Approval SITE PLAN 67-2023 MARC GARVEY Tax Map ID: 303.15-1-3 / Property Address: 257 Dix Avenue / Zoning: CI The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board: Applicant proposes construction of a 7,200 sq ft building for auto detailing and body work. The building will be 16 ft +/- in height and have 4 bay doors. The existing 21,425 sq ft sales and service building to remain unchanged. The new building site work includes increasing parking, new travel lane area, connection of sewer and water services, landscaping, lighting for new building, and stormwater modification. The project also includes a site plan modification for the parking area, additional hard surfacing and shed. Pursuant to chapter 179-3-040, site plan for new construction of an auto detailing and body work building is 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 10/24/2023 and continued the public hearing to 10/24/2023, 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 10/24/2023; 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 67-2023 MARC GARVEY; Introduced by who moved for its adoption. According to the draft resolution prepared by Staff with the following: 1) Waivers requested granted/denied; 2) The approval is valid for one (1) year from the date of approval. Applicant is responsible for requesting an extension of approval before the one (1) year time frame has expired. Page 1 of 2 Phone: 518.761.82201 Fax: 5i8.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net 3) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution. a) The limits of clearing will constitute a no -cut buffer zone, orange construction fencing shall be installed around these areas and field verified by Community Development staff; b) If applicable, the Sanitary Sewer connection plan must be submitted to the Wastewater Department for its review, approval, permitting and inspection; c) If curb cuts are being added or changed a driveway permit is required. A building permit will not be issued until the approved driveway permit has been provided to the Planning Office; d) If application was referred to engineering then Engineering sign -off required prior to signature of Zoning Administrator of the approved plans; e) Final approved plans should have dimensions and setbacks noted on the site plan/survey, floor plans and elevation for the existing rooms and proposed rooms in the building and site improvements;- f) If required, the applicant must submit a copy of the following to the Town: a. The project NOI (Notice of Intent) for coverage under the current "NYSDEC SPDES General Permit from Construction Activity" prior to the start of any site work. b. The project NOT (Notice of Termination) upon completion of the project; c. The applicant must maintain on their project site, for review by staff: i. The approved final plans that have been stamped by the Town Zoning Administrator. These plans must include the project SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) when such a plan was prepared and approved; ii. The project NOI and proof of coverage under the current NYSDEC SPDES General Permit, or an individual SPDES permit issued for the project if required. g) Final approved plans, in compliance with the Site Plan, must be submitted to the Community Development Department before any further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building and Codes personnel; h) The applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Building Permit and/or the beginning of any site work; i) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with this and all other conditions of this resolution; j) As -built plans to certify that the site plan is developed according to the approved plans to be provided prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy. k) This resolution is to be placed in its entirety on the final plans Duly adopted this 141h day of November 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Page 2 of 2 Phone: 518.761.8220 I Fax: 518.745.4437 1742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 1 www.queensbury.net