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September 14, 2005
Present: Marilyn S. Reader, Chair
C. Alan Mason
John A. Ortiz
Marc H. Rosenbaum
Edmund Papazian
Virginia Picciotto
Robert A. Cohen
Also Present: Judith Gallent, Counsel
Anthony Oliveri, P.E.
Elizabeth Paul, Environmental Coordinator
Ron Carpaneto, Director of Building
Denise Carbone, Public Stenographer
Carbone & Associates, LTD.
111 N. Central Park Avenue
Hartsdale, New York 10530
Daniela Gerardi, Recording Secretary
1. Minutes
The Planning Board approved the minutes of its June 8, 2005 and
August 10, 2005 meeting.
2. Bonnie Briar Country Club
Steven L. Grogg (applicant's engineer) approached the Board and stated the
applicant is proposing to construct a new 2-story maintenance building
located off the existing driveway off of Weaver Street. Mr. Grogg continued to
say that ten pine trees would be planted after the building is constructed. The
Board could require the applicant to plant more trees or build a fence in front
of the building to minimize the view from Weaver Street.
ACTION: Marc Rosenbaum made a motion, seconded by C. Alan Mason, that
the Planning Commission conditionally approves the Site Plan application,
which was carried by the following vote:
Marilyn S. Reader, Chair: Aye
C. Alan Mason: Aye
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John A. Ortiz: Abstain
Marc H. Rosenbaum: Aye
Edmund Papazian: Aye
Virginia Picciotto: Aye
Robert A. Cohen: Aye
CERTIFICATION
As Chair of the Planning Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck I hereby certify that the following is
the Resolution adopted by the Planning Board at a
meeting held on September 14, 2005.
BONNIE BRIAR COUNTRY CLUB
SITE PLAN APPROVAL
WHEREAS, Bonnie Briar Country Club has submitted an application for
Site Plan Approval for the property located at 808 Weaver Street and known on the
Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 201, Lot(s) 19 & 48 in
proper form and complying with all requirements of the Town, other municipal
agencies, and the comments of the Consulting Engineer to the Town and this
Planning Board; and
WHEREAS, this Board held a Public Hearing on the application for Site Plan
Approval on September 14, 2005;
WHEREAS, the proposed action is an Unlisted Action pursuant to SEQRA
and MEQRA; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board has adopted a Negative Declaration of
environmental significance, a copy of which is attached hereto;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Site Plan Approval is
hereby GRANTED for the application submitted by Bonnie Briar Country Club
subject to all terms and conditions set forth herein:
I. General Requirements
All site work, landscaping, storm water drainage and treatment
systems shall be in accordance with the plans submitted, as
follows:
1. Cover Sheet, Sheet C-1, last revised 8/30/05;
2. Site Plan, Sheet C-101, last revised 8/30/05;
3. Grading & Utility Plan, Sheet C-201, last revised 8/30/05;
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4. Erosion Control Plan, Sheet C-301, last revised 8/30/05;
5. Details, Sheet C-401, last revised 7/18/05; Sheet C-402,
last revised 7/18/05; Sheet C-403, dated 8/30/05; Sheet C-
404, dated 8/30/05.
II. Special Requirements
A. Water Retention and Drainage
The applicant must comply with the Town Surface Water,
Erosion and Sediment Control Law so that the rate of runoff
from the property is not increased after construction.
B. Utilities
The utility plans shall be coordinated with the landscaping
plans to avoid interference with placement and subsequent
growth of plantings and the conduct of repair and
maintenance activities.
C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control During Construction
Erosion and sedimentation control shall be in accordance
with the Town Surface Water, Erosion and Sediment Control
Law, Erosion and sediment control plans shall be approved
by the Town Consulting Engineer prior to commencement of
construction. A sediment and erosion control plan shall be
submitted which shall include a construction timetable and
inspection schedule.
D. Rock Removal
All rock removal required in conjunction with construction of
the roadway, utilities, and residences shall be by means
approved prior to the commencement of any rock removal by
the Director of Buildings.
E. Trees
Compliance with the Tree Preservation Law of the Town of
Mamaroneck is required before a Building Permit shall be
issued.
F. Required Documents and Inspections
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The applicant shall provide one Mylar reproducible set of
approved drawings to the Town and one copy to the office of
the Town Consulting Engineer.
The applicant shall submit to the Town one Mylar
reproducible set showing the "as built" conditions for utility
and sewer connections prior to the granting of a Certificate
of Occupancy for the residences to be constructed in this
subdivision.
G. Performance and Maintenance Bonds
The applicant should be required to furnish to the Town a
bond or cash deposit in the amount of $5,000 to be
combined with the Erosion and Sediment Control Permit
bond to ensure satisfactory completion of the project and the
rehabilitation of the affected or disturbed areas.
ACTION: C. Alan Mason made a motion, seconded by Edmund Papazian,
that the Planning Commission conditionally approves the Freshwater
Wetlands application, which was carried by the following vote:
Marilyn S. Reader, Chair: Aye
C. Alan Mason: Aye
John A. Ortiz: Abstain
Marc H. Rosenbaum: Aye
Edmund Papazian: Aye
Virginia Picciotto: Aye
Robert A. Cohen: Aye
CERTIFICATION
WETLANDS AND WATERCOURSES PERMIT
As Chairperson of the Planning Board of the
Town of Mamaroneck, I hereby certify that the
following is the Resolution adopted by the
Planning Board at the meeting held on
September 14, 2005.
WHEREAS, Bonnie Briar Country Club ("Applicant") has applied for a
Wetlands and Watercourses Permit pursuant to the Wetlands and Watercourses
Protection Law of the Town of Mamaroneck (Local Law 6-2003) Town of
Mamaroneck Code, Chapter 114 (the "Wetlands Law") for the premises located
at 808 Weaver Street and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of
Mamaroneck as Block 201, Lot 19 & 48; and
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WHEREAS, this Planning Board (the "Board) has previously determined
that the proposed action is a Type II action under SEQRA and, accordingly, no
further review is required under SEQRA; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board conducted a Public Hearing pursuant to
Wetlands Law §114-7(C) on September 14, 2005;
WHEREAS, in accordance with Wetlands Law §114-7(D), and as set forth
in the report by the Town's Consulting Engineer(s) and/or other agent(s), which is
attached hereto and made a part hereof, the Board has considered:
1. any reports from other commissions, including the Coastal
Zone Management Commission (CZMC), and Town, County,
State and/or Federal agencies;
2. all relevant facts and circumstances, including but not limited
to:
a. the environmental impact of the proposed action;
b. the alternatives to the proposed action; and
c. the impact of the proposed activity on wetland functions
and the benefits as set forth in Wetlands Law §114-1;
3. the availability of preferable alternative locations on the
subject parcel;
4. the availability of further technical improvements or safeguards that
could feasibly be added to the proposal;
5. the possibility of further avoiding reduction of the wetland's or
watercourse's natural capacity to support desirable biological life,
prevent flooding, control sedimentation and/or prevent erosion,
facilitate drainage, and provide recreation and open space; and
6. the extent to which the public or private benefit derived from such
use may or may not outweigh or justify the possible degradation of
the wetland or watercourse, the interference with the exercise of
other property rights, and the impairment or endangerment of public
health, safety, or welfare;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Planning Board finds,
pursuant to Wetlands Law §114-7(E), based on the record before it, that the
Applicant's proposed regulated activity is consistent with the purposes of the
Wetlands Law, as set forth in §114-1(A):
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1. to preserve, protect and conserve the Town's tidal and
freshwater wetlands and watercourses; to prevent
despoliation and destruction; to regulate their use and
development; and to secure the natural benefits of wetlands
and watercourses that is consistent with the general welfare
and beneficial economic and social development of the town;
and
2. to ensure maximum protection for wetlands and watercourses by
discouraging degradation within them and within their buffers that
may adversely affect these natural resources; and to encourage
restoration of already degraded or destroyed wetlands, watercourse
and buffers, and to ensure "no net loss" of wetlands and
watercourse areas.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the application of Bonnie Briar Country Club
for a Wetlands and Watercourses Permit is hereby GRANTED subject to the
following terms and conditions:
1. This permit authorizes the work shown on the plans
submitted by the Applicant to the Planning Board; last
revised August 30, 2005, and no other.
2. Prior to the commencement of work pursuant to this
permit, the Applicant shall post a bond in the amount
of$1,000 to ensure the satisfactory completion of the
project in accordance with the conditions and
limitations set forth herein and the rehabilitation of the
affected or disturbed area.
3. At least five days prior to the commencement of the
work authorized hereby, the permit holder shall notify
the Building Department of the date on which the
work is to begin.
4. Work conducted pursuant to this approval shall be
open to inspection at any time, including weekends
and holidays by the planning Board or its designated
representatives.
5. Within 30 days after completion of all work authorized
hereby, the Applicant shall notify the Director of Building of
such completion. Upon such notification, the Building
Department shall follow the procedures set forth in Town
Code § 114-9.
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6. This permit shall be prominently displayed at the project site
during the undertaking of the activities authorized hereby
7. This permit shall expire one year from the date of its
issuance.
3. Winged Foot Golf Club
Steve Worthy (USGA) addressed the Board about the USGA's proposal to
have the 2006 United States Open Championship at Winged Foot Golf Club.
Mr. Worthy continued to say the USGA will appear before the Coastal Zone
Management Commission (CZMC) on September 27th. Mr. Worthy stated the
police committee would give the USGA a waiver to bus spectators to the
event using the Hutchinson River Parkway and Interstate 95 would be used
as an alternate. Mr. Worthy is estimating about 40-45,000 spectators. The
Board adjourned the application to the October 19, 2005 meeting.
4. Westchester Car Wash Group, LLC
Kevin Ryan (applicant's attorney) requested renewal of a special permit dated
October 20, 2003. The Director of Building stated there was no comment from
the Westchester County Planning Board.
ACTION: Marc Rosenbaum made a motion, seconded by John Ortiz, that the
Planning Commission approves the Special Permit Renewal application,
which was carried by the following vote:
Marilyn S. Reader, Chair: Aye
C. Alan Mason: Aye
John A. Ortiz: Aye
Marc H. Rosenbaum: Aye
Edmund Papazian: Aye
Virginia Picciotto: Aye
Robert A. Cohen: Aye
CERTIFICATION
As Chair of the Planning Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck, I hereby certify that the following
is the Resolution adopted by the Planning
Board at the meeting held on September 14,
2005.
SPECIAL PERMIT RENEWAL —
WESTCHESTER CAR WASH GROUP, LLC
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WHEREAS, Westchester Car Wash Group, LLC ("Applicant") submitted
an application for Special Permit Renewal on the premises located at 2434
Boston Post Road and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of
Mamaroneck as Block 503, Lot 236.1; and
WHEREAS, this Planning Board (the "Board") has determined that the
proposed action is a Type II action and that, therefore, no further action is
required under SEQRA; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board conducted a Public Hearing on August
10, 2005;
WHEREAS, the Planning Board having considered the application for
Special Permit Renewal, the plans, comments and responses to questions by the
applicant, the reports and comments of the Consulting Engineer to the Town and
the Director of Building, and having heard interested members of the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that this Board makes findings of
fact as follows:
1. The proposed use as limited by the conditions set forth
herein is in general harmony with the surrounding area and
shall not adversely impact upon the adjacent properties due
to traffic generated by said use or the access of traffic from
said use onto or off of adjoining streets.
2. The operations in connection with the Special Permit will be
no more objectionable to nearby properties by reason of
noise, fumes, vibrations, flashing of lights or other aspects
than would be the operations of any other permitted use not
requiring a Special Permit.
3. The proposed Special Permit use will be in harmony with the
general health, safety and welfare of the surrounding area by
the nature of its particular location. It will not adversely
impact upon surrounding properties or surrounding property
values.
4. The property subject to this Special Permit has no existing
violations of the Town of Mamaroneck Zoning Ordinance.
5. The applicant has demonstrated that there has been no change in
circumstances in the area, which would require the Planning Board
to deny this request.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board GRANTED the application
of Westchester Car Wash Group, LLC for a Special Permit for a car wash subject
to the following terms and conditions:
1. There shall be no signage placed on the existing rear
canopy.
2. No gasoline shall be sold at the site.
3. The triangular planting in the rear of the premises (adjoining
the residential site to the West) shall be consistent with the
planting and landscaping as shown and approved by the
Board of Architectural Review on April 17, 1997
4. Maximum hours of operation shall be from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Monday through Saturday and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
5. There shall be no externally audible public address system,
bullhorns or walkie-talkies on the premises.
6. All lights, except for security lighting, shall be turned off at the close
of business.
7. All lights for the driveway shall be directed toward the building. The
final plans submitted prior to issuance of any Building Permit shall
show traffic lanes on the property for ingress and egress.
8. The applicant shall comply with all terms and conditions of the
easement agreement relating to the buffer zone.
9. This Special Permit Renewal approval is subject to additional
conditions imposed by the Zoning Board of Appeals including
limitation of canopy height to twenty feet (20'), on the "menu" sign
at the rear of the property and a requirement that the exposed
source of illumination for the front canopy shall be directed to the
ground only and be recessed behind the side and front of the
canopy.
10.This Special Use Permit shall expire after two (2) years.
11.This Special Permit is subject to the termination requirements set
forth in Section 240-64 and 240-65 and the use restrictions set forth
in Section 240-31 of the Zoning Code of the Town of Mamaroneck.
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5. Elmcroft Estates
The applicant adjourned this application to the October 19, 2005 meeting.
6. 0' Connor Subdivision
Larry Gordon (applicant's architect) approached the Board and stated the
applicant is proposing to subdivide his property into two lots. Mr. Gordon
continued to say the applicant will build a new house on the new lot and live
in that house and sell his current home. The Planning Board unanimously
approved to adjourn this application to a public hearing on October 19, 2005.
Adjournment
Daniela Gerardi
Secretary to Planning Board