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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015_05_13 Planning Board Minutes THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK MAY 13,2015, HELD IN CONFERENCE ROOM C,OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK 740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK 1. MINUTES 2. 28 Colonial Avenue Wrobel Public hearing Required Approval(s) Subdivision Approval Town Code Chapter 190 Location: 28 Colonial Avenue District: R-6 Project Description two lot subdivision 3. 23 North Brook Road North Brook Development Public Hearing Required Approval(s) Wetlands and Watercourses Town Code Chapter 114 Location: 23 North Brook Road District: R-6 Project Description build a new single family residence 4. 2 Fairway Drive Fairway Green Consideration Required Approval(s) Subdivision Approval Town Code Chapter 190 Location: 2 Fairway Drive District: R-20 Project Description 3 lot subdivision 5. 626 Fifth Avenue McGuires Service Corp. Public Hearing Required Approval(s) Special Use Permit Renewal Town Code: Section 240-64 and 240-65 Location: 626 Fifth Avenue District: SB-R Project Description office space and interior storage Roll Call. Present:John Ortiz, Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger, Stephen Marsh, Ira Block, Elizabeth Cooney Also Present: Ronald Carpaneto, Lisa Hochman, Counsel, Elizabeth Paul, Environmental Consultant, Jaine Elkind-Eney. Absent/Excused: Edmund Papazian, Ralph M. Engel, alternate, Kevin G. Ryan, Counsel,Anthony Oliveri P.E., Consulting Engineer. CALL TO ORDER 1 The minutes of April 8, 2015 were discussed. Motion:To approve the minutes of April 8, 2015 with technical corrections. Action:Approved Moved by Ellen Dunkin, Seconded by Ira Block. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=6). Yes: Elizabeth Cooney, Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger, Ira Block,John Ortiz, Stephen Marsh. 2. 28 Colonial Avenue Wrobel Public Hearing continued Donald Mazin,the applicant's architect, addressed the Board stating they are here for a public hearing as his client intends to sell the lot for the prospective owner to build on. He further stated the Board of Health wants something from the Town before they will sign the Plat. Ms. Hochman stated this is a Type 2 action and offered to confer with the health department to help facilitate the signing of the Plat. Possibly a letter from Dolph Rotfeld Engineering will be enough. The Town code stated the sub divider will obtain the signatures. Ms. Brill confirmed all notifications have been made. Mr. Ortiz stated he can't open the public hearing until everything is ready, as there is a time frame to adhere to. Mr. Block stated that the applicant will also need approval from Water works. Mr. Mazin responded the only thing left to do is get the letter from the water works after Ms. Hochman confers with the Dept. of Health. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Ortiz entered 2 letters from the immediate neighbors into the record marked Exhibit A and B. Ms. Reddicliffe of 24 Colonial Ave. stated she would like to see noise mitigation during construction as she is concerned with hours of operation. She also stated her concerns regarding stormwater, as there is flooding in the area and there removal of large trees to allow construction. Mr. Ortiz stated that code requires no increase in water off the property. Chipping hours were questioned and Mr. Carpaneto stated the hours are Monday—Friday 9AM-6PM no weekends or holidays. Kate Beebe, of 81 Colonial Avenue stated concerns regarding traffic from Murray Avenue School as it is horrendous presently also her concern regarding trees to be removed and requested that they should be replaced and a condition that there should be money put into a tree fund. Any street trees should be preserved or replaced. Ms. Paul stated that normally the applicant would have to replace the street tree. 2 Ms. Beebe asked that the proposed driveway not be placed directly across from hers. Ms. Paul stated the request for money to be set aside for a tree fund should be addressed to the Town Board The matter was adjourned to June 10, 2015. 3. 23 North Brook Public hearing continued Rick Yestadt, the applicant's architect addressed the Board stating the application is for new house, and they answered the comments from Mr. Oliveri's April 8th letter. He further stated that Mr. Oliveri had requested a full size plan which was supplied,the patio size was coordinated with architectural plans and the drainage calculations were updated. The owner has agreed to the request for the performance bond. Mr. Rotfeld stated that the calculations will have to redone to the new Department of Environmental Conservation specs of 6.4 inches rather than 6 inches. Mr. Yestadt responded they will supply the new calculation ASAP. The easement was discussed, Mr. Yestadt stated that the Town administrator Mr. Altieri stated the Town has no current or future need for the easement, and that he has been in contact with Town council to dissolve the easement, Ms. Paul stated that she spoke with Mr. Altieri today regarding the easement as it is just on the map there is no verbal description of the easement filed in the county. Mr. Ortiz stated that unfortunately the easement is still part of the Boards consideration and nothing can be done until the easement is resolved. Rock removal was discussed and it was estimated that 359 cubic yards of rock is to be removed, Mr. Ortiz asked approximately how many truck loads. Mr. Rotfeld responded that it depends on truck size and size of rock, possibly as many as 30-35 if they are 10 yard trucks. The Board discussed the application Public comments were sought. Eugene Maguire, 19 North Brook Road questioned the rock removal duration and how will it be done, as he is concerned for his foundation. Mr. Carpaneto stated that it will be chipping for 15 days;the rock in the area is soft. Only blasting has a pre blast survey. Mr. Maguire stated his daughter works nights would not be able to sleep during the day. 3 Mr. Poccia, of 21 North Brook Road stated that the rods threaded into the wall sound barriers have to be protected. The matter was adjourned to June 10, 2015. 4. 2 Fairway Drive Fairway Green consideration Mike Charitou,the contract vendee, addressed the Board. Mr. Charitou stated it was a school; he is now proposing 3 lots with one driveway on Old White Plains Road, and two on Fairway Drive. No protective status. Mr. Block asked if the building was historic, and also requested the owner's endorsement. Mr. Charitou stated that he intends to build all 3 houses at one time. Street frontage was discussed for an R-20 Zone District. Mr. Ortiz asked if the neighbors have been contacted with the proposal, Mr. Charitou responded not yet. He further stated he will supply storm water calculations and asked to be referred to the Coastal Zone Management Commission. Present lot coverage and proposed lot coverage was discussed. Referrals are to be made to the Town Police Department, Fire Department,Traffic Commission, Coastal Zone Management Commission,Westchester County Management Commission, and Scarsdale. Ms. Paul gave Mr. Charitou the new DEC short environmental form to fill out. Ms. Hochman stated this is an unlisted action. The matter was adjourned to June 10, 2015 5. 626 Fifth Avenue McGuires Service Corp. Public Hearing Edward Kempsey, representing McGuires present to renew the Special Use Permit. Mr. Kempsey stated that there are no changes to the hours of operation or work. Mr. Carpaneto stated there have been no violations or complaints. Motion:To open the public hearing non pro tunc Action:Approved Moved by Elizabeth Cooney, Seconded by Ira Block. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=6). Yes: Elizabeth Cooney, Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger, Ira Block,John Ortiz, Stephen Marsh. 4 The Board discussed the renewal. Public comments were sought and none were made. Motion:To close the public hearing Action:Approved Moved by Ellen Dunkin, Seconded by George Roniger. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=6). Yes: Elizabeth Cooney, Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger, Ira Block,John Ortiz, Stephen Marsh. Motion:To approve the Special Use Permit Renewal Action:Approved Moved by Ira Block, Seconded by Ellen Dunkin. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=6). Yes: Elizabeth Cooney, Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger, Ira Block,John Ortiz, Stephen Marsh. SPECIAL USE PERMIT—626 FIFTH AVENUE WHEREAS, McGuire's Service Corp. submitted an application for a Special Use Permit for use of the premises at 626 Fifth Avenue and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 132, Lot 61 as a contractor's establishment; and WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on May 13, 2015 pursuant to notice; and WHEREAS, the Planning Board has considered the application for the Special Use Permit, the plans and environmental analysis submitted by the applicant, comments and responses to questions by the applicant, the reports and comments of the consulting Engineer to the Town and heard interested members of the public; and WHEREAS, the Director of Building has indicated to the Planning Board that there are no outstanding violations; and WHEREAS,this is an Unlisted action pursuant to SEQRA and MEQR; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,that the Board adopts a Negative Declaration, a copy of which is annexed hereto. BE IT FURTHER 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. 5 2. The operations in connection with the Special Use Permit will be no more objectionable to nearby properties by reason of noise, fumes, and vibrations, flashing of lights or other aspects than would be the operations of any other permitted use not requiring a Special Use Permit. 3. The proposed Special Use 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. There are no existing violations of Chapter 240 of the Code of the Town of Mamaroneck on the subject property. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board APPROVES the application of McGuire's Service Corp. for a Special Use Permit for a contractor's establishment, subject to the following terms and conditions: 1. The hours of operation shall be from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, closed on Saturday and open from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. 2. There will be no deliveries on Sunday. 3. There will be no construction vehicles before 8:00 a.m. 4. There will be no on-site servicing of vehicles or equipment. 5. This approved Special Use Permit allows only conventional office use and storage activity related to offices. 6. There shall be no on-site storage of noxious or hazardous materials. 7. This Special Use Permit shall expire after two (2)years. 8. This Special Use Permit is subject to the termination requirements set forth in Section 240-64 and 240-65 and the use restrictions set forth in Section 240-30 of the Zoning Code of the Town of Mamaroneck. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Ortiz stated on a personal note that this may be his last meeting as chairman as he will be moving to San Francisco, Ca. ADJOURNMENT Meeting was adjourned at 8:54P.M. 6 Minutes prepared by Francine M. Brill Planning Board Secretary 7