HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017_09_13 Planning Board Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD IN CONFERENCE ROOM C OF THE TOWN CENTER
740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017
Present: Ralph Engel, Chairman, Elizabeth Cooney,Vice Chair, Edmund Papazian, George Roniger, Ira
Block, Eileen Weingarten, Ron Mandel
Absent: Donald Kravet
Also Present: Lisa Hochman, Counsel to Planning Board, Elizabeth Paul, Environmental Planner, Robert
Wasp,Town Engineer, Ralph Tarchine, Interim Building Inspector, Francine M. Brill, Secretary to
Planning Board
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:30P.M.
1. MINUTES
Motion: To approve the minutes of August 9, 2017 as modified.
Action:Approved
Moved by Ira Block, seconded by Elizabeth Cooney
Mr. Engel stated that the application would be taken out of order.
2. 32 Doris Avenue Consideration
Larry Nardecia,the applicant's engineer, stated he responded to the list of comments from Mr. Oliveri.
He stated that the Highway superintendent Louis Martirano gave a memo regarding the replacement of
the existing in the same location. He further stated that the sewer and clean out were added to the
plan. The grading on the architectural plan was removed, a seventh drywell was added for the footing
drain. The drainage analysis was revised, and inlets were shown.
Mr. Silverberg stated he filed the deed, and it was pointed out that it was not for the property, he stated
he will correct it.
Robert Wasp stated that he will review Mr. Oliveri's comments and Mr. Nardecia's responses.
The application was referred to the Coastal Zone Management Commission for their September 24th
meeting.
Mr. Engel asked if the Board could set the public hearing for October 11.
Mr.Tarchine and Mr. Wasp stated they had no concerns.
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Motion: To set the public hearing for October 11, 2017
Action: Approved
Moved by George Roniger, seconded by Eileen Weingarten
Vote: Ralph Engel, Chairman, Elizabeth Cooney,Vice Chair, Edmund Papazian, George Roniger, Ira
Block, Eileen Weingarten, Ron Mandel
4. 1195 OLD White Plains Road Consideration/Public Hearing
Motion: To open the Public Hearing
Action: Approved
Moved by Ira Block, seconded by Edmund Papazian
No one appeared for the applicant.
Robert Rifkin of 7 Stonewall Lane asked if the applicant was raising the grade, and stated if so it would
increase the water problem that already exists.
Mr. Engel stated that there is proposed regrading and the Board will need a response to the entire issue
as they would like to see a decrease in water leaving the property.
Joe Giordano of 3 Stonewall Lane stated he has the same concerns as Mr. Rifkin.
Mr. Engel invited the neighbors to view files in the Building Department.
Ms. Weingarten stated she had the same comments about the grading. What was a flat site that
flooded this plan is raising the grade in the middle causing water to shed to the sides.
Mr. Rifkin stated that when 7 Stonewall was redone the regrading caused flooding he is very sensitive to
water issues.
The matter was adjourned. Mr. Engel stated that all required information must be received 14 days
prior to the meeting before a public hearing will be set.
3. 615 Fifth Ave
Mr. Engel stated that the Board will allow for staff comments first.
Mr.Tarchine stated that the plans showed the building designed as a Type 2 S-1 storage building but
after a conversation with the architect the classification was changes to a 2A. As long as the plans are
corrected he is fine with it.
Mr. Engel asked if he had a problem if the Board proceeds. Mr.Tarchine responded he would not have a
problem as Type 2A is fire rated.
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Mr.Tarchine further stated that according to the State fire code the access can only be 150 feet
maximum and it is 180 feet. This must be referred to the Fire Department.
The attached building was discussed and demolition was discussed.
Robert Wasp stated he has been reviewing the reports and has preliminary comments,there was a 1000
gal tank removed and a spill recorded but the original packet had no closure documents provided,
although subsequent submittals stated it was closed he will check himself. An EAS suggest materials
need special handling. His recommendation is to cap and seal to prevent future exposure, as pockets of
contamination may show up during construction. The applicant is aware and will work on it. He further
stated he has to read the entire report submitted to make a report.
The Phase 1 and Phase 2 reports were discussed.
Mr. Bonilla stated his protocols have been planned and budgeted for.
Mr. Gioffre stated that the applicant can't close on the property until they receive approval from the
Board and they are in a time constraint placed on them from the bankruptcy judge. He further asked
that the Board open the Public hearing in October, as there is a lot at stake.
Mr. Block stated that Board needs the Fire Departments review as well as the, Coastal Zones and the
Traffic Committee.
Mr. Gioffre stated that they would like to move forward and address the issues from last month and
hope for a vote in Oct or a possible special meeting. The HVAC system is centrally located on the roof.
They have supplied color renditions of the entire building, made the required modifications to the Phase
1 and 2, and demonstrated the que of cars.
Ms. Paul stated that the Town wants only grass between the curb and sidewalk.
James Carras stated they shifted the front down 5 feet further away from property line, adding more
plantings. Impervious area was reduced and a blue roof top planned for detention of water.
The lot across the street was discussed.
Flooding was discussed Mr. Bonilla stated that they are waterproofing around first floor, installing doors,
and flood gates.
Mr. Wasp asked for a comparison of pre and post storage of the volume of water, and questioned the
easement with WJWW, as well as the culvert, sanitary sewer and water main.
The Board discussed whether to open the Public hearing.
The matter was referred to Traffic, Fire Department and CZMC.
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Motion: To set a public hearing FOR October 11, 2017
Action: Approved
Moved by Edmund Papazian, seconded by Elizabeth Cooney
Vote:
The application should be corrected to contract vendee.
Mr. Gioffre thanked the Board.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned 8:55 P.M.
Minutes prepared by
Francine M. Brill, Planning Board Secretary
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