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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011_12_14 Planning Board Minutes AGENDA TOWN OF MAMARONECK PLANNING BOARD DECEMBER 14,2011 8:00 P.M. Held in conference room C of the Town Center Application No. 1 Case No. 293 Bonnie Briar Country Club Public Hearing Adjourned Required Approval(s) Wetlands and Water courses Town Code Chapter 114 Location: 808 Weaver Street District: REC Project Description site improvement to golf course Application No.2 Case No.295 616 Fifth Avenue Public Hearing Required Approval(s) Site Plan Approval Town Code Chapter 177 Location: 616 Fifth Avenue District: SB and R-7.5 Project Description New motor vehicle storage lot MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK DECEMBER 14,2011 IN CONFERENCE ROOM C,TOWN CENTER 740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD MAMARONECK, NEW YORK Roll Call. Present: C. Alan Mason,Acting Chairman, Edmund Papazian, Ellen Dunkin,Virginia Picciotto, George Roniger Also present: Ronald Carpaneto, Lisa Hochman, Counsel,James Natarelli P.E., Consulting Engineer, Elizabeth Paul, Environmental Consultant. Absent/Excused: Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman,John Ortiz, Ernest Odierna,Town Board Liaison. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. MINUTES Motion:To approve the minutes of October 12, 2011 Action:Approved Moved by Edmund Papazian, Seconded by George Roniger. Vote: Motion passed (summary:Yes=4, No=0, Abstain = 1). Yes: C. Alan Mason, Edmund Papazian, Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger. Abstain:Virginia Picciotto. The minutes of November 9, 2011 were tabled to the January meeting. APPLICATION NO. 1 Case No.293 Bonnie Briar Country Club Public Hearing The matter was adjourned at the applicant's request. APPLICATION NO. 2 Case No 295 616 Fifth Avenue Public Hearing Motion:To open the public hearing Action:Approved Moved by C. Alan Mason none seconded. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=5). Yes: C. Alan Mason, Edmund Papazian, Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger,Virginia Picciotto. Diego Villareale, P.E.,the applicant's representative, addressed the Board, stating that the signs have been posted and the notices mailed. He gave a brief synopsis of the intended plan, stating that the owner has entered into an agreement with Acura for 33 parking spaces for the sale of new cars. Acura will take customers to see the vehicles, no transactions will take place on property. They propose a 6 foot chain link fence and landscaping in front of the fence on the Fifth Avenue side. Mr. Villareale stated that he received Mr. Oliveri's comments and was prepared to respond to them. 1. He showed the 100-year flood elevation on the drawings as a dotted line on the plan. 2. Details of the chain link fence are shown on plan PSP-4. 3. Signed and sealed survey is being worked on and will be submitted when completed. 4. The topography is essentially flat except the rear right corner which is the only raised area. 5. The gravel is proposed to be a 4-6 inch layer. 6. A silt fence will be installed on the Fifth Avenue side for sediment and erosion control and will be depicted on the plan. Dr. Mason questioned the flood line and Mr. Villareale responded that FEMA states the area is subject to flooding. Mr. Villareale stated they will formally submit a letter and revised plan for review. Ms. Picciotto asked about the residential parcel and Mr. Villareale stated that it would be cleaned up and graveled. Dr. Mason asked if the applicant was seeking a variance for the residential parcel,to which Mr. Villareale responded not at this time,they are looking into possibilities. Dr. Mason stated the owner of the Ferndale shopping center bought two residential lots with the intention of using them for commercial purposes and they are now the empty wooded area next to the parking lot. He stated that he wanted the applicant to be aware that there is precedence. Ms. Hochman stated that this is different than Ferndale and would not require a use variance.. Ms. Dunkin asked if the residential lot would also be fenced and Mr. Villareale responded that there is fencing there now and no plan to change it. Ms. Picciotto asked about the proposed signage. Mr. Villareale stated a Pylon sign is planned at the entrance, and they are not installing any lighting on the site. PUBLIC COMMENTS. Saul Rueda, owner of 30 Lester Place, stated the property has been used as a dump. A fence is necessary,the property needs maintenance. He further stated if a house is built on the residential lot a parking space on Lester will be lost. Mr. Papalardi 26 Lester Place, stated he feels the proposal will impact his property value. Phillip Guliomo, of 33 Lester Place, stated the house and property was kept nice before the house was demolished. He further stated that the area is surrounded by a rusted chain link fence which is falling down, as it about 60 years old. He stated that he is concerned that the property is unsightly now and parking will be impacted. Ms. Paul prepared a draft Negative Declaration for the Board to review. Dr. Mason asked the Board if they were ready to adopt the Negative Declaration. Mr. Papazian voiced his concern regarding the condition of and plans for the rear residential lot. Mr. Villareale stated the back portion would be cleaned up and the fence replaced, but he could not commit to future plans for the residential lot as nothing is proposed at present. He will confer with the owners. Dr. Mason asked if the applicant had permits to which Mr. Carpaneto responded they had a demo permit to remove the house. Mr. Papazian asked if a permit is required to put in gravel, Mr. Carpaneto stated they must get one. A buffer of the commercial lot was discussed. Dr. Mason suggested the Board vote on the negative declaration. Ms. Paul stated the draft negative declaration looks at whether or not the project needs an environmental impact statement, and nothing exceeds the threshold. Dr. Mason stated that the area is considered a flood zone, Mr. Villareale stated the applicant is aware. Ms. Paul stated that in anticipation of Hurricane Irene the school buses were brought to high school to prevent damage. Mr. Gulliamo stated the property had about 2-2 1/2 feet of water. Motion:To approve Negative Declaration Action:Approved Moved by Edmund Papazian, Seconded by George Roniger. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=5). Yes: C. Alan Mason, Edmund Papazian, Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger,Virginia Picciotto. Mr. Villareale thanked the Board and stated their concerns have been heard. ADJOURNMENT Motion:To adjourn the meeting at 8:45 P.M. Action:Approved Moved by Ellen Dunkin, Seconded by Virginia Picciotto. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=5). Yes: C. Alan Mason, Edmund Papazian, Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger,Virginia Picciotto. Minutes prepared by Francine M. Brill Planning Board Secretary