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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013_03_13 Planning Board Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK MARCH 13, 2013 IN CONFERENCE ROOM C.TOWN CENTER 740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD MAMARONECK, NEW YORK Roll Call. Present: Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman,John Ortiz, Edmund Papazian,Virginia Picciotto, George Roniger, Stephen Marsh. Also Present: Ronald Carpaneto, Building Inspector, Lisa Hochman, Counsel,Anthony Oliveri P.E., Consulting Engineer, Elizabeth Paul, Environmental Consultant,Abby Katz,Town Board Liaison. Absent/Excused: Ellen Dunkin, Kevin G. Ryan, Counsel. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Rosenbaum called the meeting to order at 8:00 P.M. MINUTES Motion:To approve the minutes of February 13, 2013 with technical corrections Action:Approved Moved by John Ortiz, Seconded by Virginia Picciotto. Vote: Motion passed (summary:Yes=5, No= 0,Abstain = 1). Yes: George Roniger,John Ortiz, Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman, Stephen Marsh,Virginia Picciotto. Abstain: Edmund Papazian. The applications were taken out of order. APPLICATION NO.4 CASE NO.308 529 Weaver Street Public Hearing Michael Charitou appeared before the Board. Mr. Rosenbaum stated that Mr. Oliveri received the new plans today and was not able to review and comment on them therefore the matter will be adjourned to April 10, 2013. 1 Public Comments Mr. and Mrs. Abrams of 531 Weaver Street stated he found no problem with the proposal. The matter was adjourned to April 10, 2013 Ms. Hochman stated that although the matter was referred to the Zoning Board of Appeals ("ZBA"),they cannot issue a variance for a shared driveway until the Planning Board approves the requested subdivision. APPLICATION NO. 1 CASE NO.293 Bonnie Briar Country Club John Ortiz recused himself. Jim Staudt, of McCullough, Goldberger and Staudt, that applicant's attorney, addressed the Board. Mr. Staudt stated they haven't been before the Planning Board for a long period of time and he understands it must be noticed again. Mr. Rosenbaum read the Coastal Zone Management Commission ("CZMC") letter dated 3/11/2013 into the record. Concerns regarding the float in the river not functioning unless the river had a certain depth were discussed. [?] Benny Salinitro the Engineer stated the project is to allow extraction of water from the east branch of the Sheldrake River to supplement the water supply of the golf course. Mr. Salinitro stated the CZMC objected to the previous location to draw water from the river and that the current plan now meets the CZMC approval. He further stated that Westchester Joint Water Works ("WJWW") is in favor of the proposal. Mr. Rosenbaum asked the applicant to provide a letter from WJWW. Water will be drawn from the river to a reservoir on Bonnie Briar for irrigation of the lawns. During a draught BBCC will use water from WJWW's system. Failsafe measures to prevent overflow will be shown on the plan for Mr. Oliveri's review. Mr. Salinitro stated construction still has to go out to bid for a fall start. Mr. Oliveri stated that he will review and comment on the changes to the original plan and that Ms. Paul will review the landscaping plan. He further stated that there was a site visit at which time an elevation of 6 inches was established and this must be made clear on the plan. At that time Dr. Mason had also recommended a limit to the flow rate. The matter was adjourned to April 10, 2013. 2 APPLICATION NO. 2 CASE NO. 75 Howell Avenue Public Hearing Robert Herbst,the property owner, addressed the Board and discussed the CZMC letter. Mr. Rosenbaum read the CZMC letter dated 3/11/2013 into the record. Mr. Rosenbaum further stated the Board and applicant have to comply with the erosion control measures with respect to the site but does not need to address the water problem in the neighborhood. Mr. Herbst stated that the evidence is undisputed that the runoff from the property is decreased and would request the Board approve the engineer's letter to the health dept. Mr. Herbst stated that they appeared before the CZMC and was surprised with their determination. Mr. Rosenbaum stated the Board has a great deal of respect for the CZMC but is not required to follow their determination. All members of the Board agreed with Mr. Rosenbaum's statement. Mr. Gould,the applicant's architect, stated that he went to the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting and heard the variance request for 67 Howell Avenue. Mr. Gould reported that the chair of the Zoning Board stated that regulation of water runoff is imposed by the Building Department and its engineers. The Zoning Board Chair further said that no building permit would be issued for 67 Howell until they approve the plan. Public Comments David Hoffman of 72 Howell Ave. stated the area has an existing flooding problem, and that given that a variance was granted to 67 Howell,the cumulative impact should be addressed. Ms. Hochman stated the cumulative effects are reviewed in the environmental review(SEQRA). Mr. Hoffman stated that there is no volume analysis of water runoff down Howell Avenue. Mr. Oliveri responded that the increase in volume is going to Weaver Street, and he further stated that an infiltration system would not work because of the ground water level. Ms. Picciotto asked where the runoff from the existing parcel is going and Mr. Gould responded that it is directed toward the parcel to be developed with the new house. Mr. Oliveri stated some of the runoff from the parcel with the existing house will be directed into the new system. The nonworking drainage pipe from Palmer to Howell,the easement and who is responsible for maintenance was discussed. Ms. Katz stated that according to Mr. Altieri the pipe shows up on a 1935 map but not after that. She said that the Town will follow up. The length, maintenance and perviousness of the proposed driveway was discussed. Ms. Picciotto stated it is a bad precedence to allow 2 curb cuts and a continuous driveways of the length proposed. 3 Old Weaver Street was discussed; Mr. Herbst stated Howell Avenue access is preferable. Motion:To have Mr.Oliveri's letter delivered to the applicant to convey the Board's decision on the preliminary layout. Action:Approved Moved by Edmund Papazian, Seconded by John Ortiz. Vote: Motion passed (summary:Yes=5, No= 1,Abstain =0). Yes: Edmund Papazian, George Roniger,John Ortiz, Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman, Stephen Marsh. No:Virginia Picciotto. Mr. Oliveri stated he needs to review the plat before he can issue the requested letter. The final letter will be prepared next week. Mr. Ortiz stated for public edification that this is not an approval of the subdivision,this will be considered further. APPLICATION NO. 5 CASE NO.309 WINGED FOOT GOLF CLUB Consideration Seth Mandelbaum, of McCullough, Goldberger&Staudt, the applicant's attorney addressed the Board. Mr. Mandelbaum stated that last year they were before the Board for phasel the pool complex, now they wish to start phase 2 upgrading the employee housing,they are grandfathered for 24 units and would like a variance for 6 more. Mr. Mandelbaum asked the Planning Board to declare intent to be lead agency as they will be bouncing between the boards for several approvals. Mr. Rosenbaum stated for the record that several of the Board members made a site visit for the phase 1 part of the project. Colin Burns the club manager stated that the employee housing is substandard. Mr. Rosenbaum stated that the improvement of safety measures should be mentioned. The height of the building and visibility from outside the property was discussed. The possibility of chipping was discussed. Mr. Burns stated hopefully there will be no chipping. Joe Camel,the applicant's engineer, explained the plan. The 2 employee housing buildings are to be demolished. The plan will combine the 2 buildings into one two story building in approximately the same foot print. Runoff from the new buildings will be sent into the irrigation system. 4 There will be a net increase in parking, and if the parking lot is leveled there will be a need for chipping. Motion: To declare Planning Board's intent to act as lead agency Action:Approved Moved by John Ortiz, Seconded by Virginia Picciotto. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=6). Yes: Edmund Papazian, George Roniger,John Ortiz, Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman, Stephen Marsh, Virginia Picciotto. Mr. Oliveri suggested the plans and storm water management report be submitted in a timely matter to allow time for review. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Rosenbaum stated that next month will be his last meeting as chairman, as he is moving out of Town. John Ortiz will be temporary chairman. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjournment at 9:32P.M. Motion:To adjourn the meeting Action:Adjourned Moved by John Ortiz, Seconded by Edmund Papazian. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=6). Yes: Edmund Papazian, George Roniger,John Ortiz, Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman, Stephen Marsh, Virginia Picciotto. Minutes prepared by Francine M. Brill Planning Board Secretary 5