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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012_06_13 Planning Board Minutes IIVa MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMAMRONECK JUNE 13, 2012 IN CONFERENCE ROOM C,TOWN CENTER 740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD MAMARONECK, NEW YORK Roll Call. Present: Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman,John Ortiz, Edmund Papazian, Ellen Dunkin,Virginia Picciotto, George Roniger, Stephan Marsh Also Present: Lisa Hochman, Counsel,Anthony Oliveri P.E., Consulting Engineer, Elizabeth Paul, Environmental Consultant,Abby Katz,Town Board Liaison. Absent: Ronald Carpaneto, Vu CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 8:04P.M. Vu MINUTES Motion:To approve the Minutes of May 9, 2012 with technical corrections. Action:Approved Moved by Ellen Dunkin, Seconded by Virginia Picciotto. Yes: Edmund Papazian, Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger,John Ortiz, Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman, Stephen Marsh,Virginia Picciotto. Vu APPLICATION NO. 1 Bonnie Briar Country Club Public Hearing The matter is adjourned to July 11, 2012. Vu APPLICATION NO. 2 CASE NO. 296 1 Durham Road Consideration William Lachenhauer, of Hudson Engineering, addressed the Board stating he made the modification as requested, reducing the length of driveway on two lots. Mr. Lachenhauer stated that there have been two meetings with town staff, and the neighboring homeowner concerns have been addressed. Mr. Lachenauer, stated that Mr. Saines,the property owner is in the process of obtaining a drainage easement with a neighbor, it will be submitted after it is recorded with the county. 1 Mr. Lachenhauer, stated the drainage plan has been change, as it was found that York can't handle the one year storm event adequately. He further stated that two ponds will be placed on the property to treat the water for quality. Mr. Rosenbaum stated for the record that Mr. Oliveri's June 11, 2012 memo had 24 comments. Mr. Lachenhauer responded to the comments. The possibility of using permeable pavers was discussed. Richard Hine,the landscape architect discussed existing conditions and proposed plan. Vi Public Comments David Poneman, a neighbor questioned,the number of trees to be removed,to which Mr. Hine responded he will get the exact number, but they intend to replace more than required. John Jacoby, a neighbor asked,for an over view of neighboring area showing how close it is to the river. Mr. Rosenbaum suggested the applicant get a Google map for the next hearing. Ledge rock, rock removal was discussed. Photos of the proposed plantings were entered into the record and marked Exhibit 1. Ms. Paul entered 2 Google maps into the record marked Exhibit 2 Itai Shoffman, of 4 Durham Road, asked about the construction time line, Mr. Lachenauer responded that the road and utilities must be completed first which could take about 3 months, the construction of the houses is market driven. Dr. Mason asked when the application will be sent to the CZMC. The chairman referred the matter to CZMC. Ms. Picciotto asked for a site visit. Ms. Hochman stated that as long as there is no substantive discussion about the application between board members they can all go together. The matter was adjourned to a Public Hearing 7/11/2012. Vu APPLICATION NO. 3 CASE NO. 297 1262 Boston Post Road Trader Joe's Continuation of Public Hearing 2 Donald Mazin,the applicant's attorney, addressed the Board, stating that he contacted the landlord regarding the requested pedestrian access and got copies of the accident reports as requested. Steve Hedba,from Trader Joe's stated that they submitted all documents the Board requested. Jim Ryan, of J. Meyer Consulting, explained the plan for the proposed walkway, essentially running the walk way along Boston Post to the south side of the property, moving the parking spaces to accommodate the walkway. They will be losing 4 parking spaces, but the traffic study supports that loss. The revised site plan shows the requested bike rack and dumpster, as requested. Mr. Rosenbaum stated that in view of the applicant's accommodations he would be willing to have an interim meeting to vote on the matter if the other Board members agree. Board Members were willing and the chair asked that a meeting date be set. The matter was adjourned to set a meeting date. Vu APPLICATION NO. 5 CASE NO. 299 Pepe Porsche Don Mazin, the applicant's attorney, and Joseph Crocco the applicant's architect addressed the Board. Motion: To open the public hearing, non pro tunc Action:Approved Moved by Ellen Dunkin, Seconded by John Ortiz. Mr. Crocco stated the new dealership requires a small addition in front, the majority of which is under the existing roofed area. The addition is 350 sq. feet. The majority of the site remains untouched. Mr. Rosenbaum read the memo from Mr. Oliveri into the record. The planting area was discussed. Mr. Mazin asked for a draft resolution. The matter was adjourned to July 11, 2012. Vu APPLICATION NO. 6 CASE NO. 300 75 Howell Ave Consideration No one appeared the matter was adjourned to July 11,2012 Vu APPLICATION NO.7 CASE NO. 301 Acura 2155 Palmer Avenue Consideration 3 Jonathan Villiani,the applicant's architect, addressed the Board, stating they are proposing a two-story addition, 1st floor for additional display space, 2nd floor for office space. Mr. Villiani stated that the applicant received a variance to increase the rear of the structure previously, now they are actually reducing coverage. They have appeared before the Board of Architectural Review and received approval. Mr. Oliveri stated that the applicant must supply a signed and sealed full set of plans and survey, and Mr. Carpaneto must verify the number of required parking spaces. Mr. Villiani requested that the matter be set for a public hearing July 11, 2012. Vu APPLICATION NO.4 CASE NO. 298 Winged Foot Golf Club Public Hearing Continuation of Public Hearing Seth Mandelbaum,Ari Tran,Joe Cermele, Colin Burns appeared for the applicant. Mr. Mandelbaum stated that they appeared before BAR and received approval for the facade changes. They have also appeared before the CZMC. Mr. Rosenbaum read the CZMC letter into the record. The content of the CZMC letter was discussed. Mr. Mandelbaum stated that the applicant felt CZMC assessment was arbitrary and did not appear to have any basis in any regulation. The design for the 500-year storm would increase the cost 30%. Mr. Oliveri stated he would work with the applicant and the CZMC. Mary Hory asked about additional runoff, lighting and tree removal, stating it would be tragic to remove trees. Nine trees are to be removed and fourteen replaced. Parking was discussed. Parking near the pool is to be eliminated and parking at the golf area is to remain the same. Paul Callahan an adjacent property owner and club member stated the membership knows trees are to be removed and said that such sacrifices are necessary to enable the club to achieve its goals. Colin Burns stated that there is no more sensitive topic than the removal of trees and explained that the entire club board must vote unanimously to remove even one tree. Joe Cermele,the applicant's Consulting Engineer discussed the short game practice area plan and the reconfiguration of the greens. There will be a 4400 square foot reduction of impervious surface therefore no storm water mitigation is proposed. 4 Dr. Mason, stated that the 100 Year storm is a 7 year event, a 500 year storm water management plan wasn't expected but the CZMC would like something more. Liz Paul,the environmental coordinator, stated that CZMC only got the applicant's plans at the meeting. Storm water management was discussed. Green infrastructure practices was discussed Mr. Mandelbaum stated the applicant would like to start construction after Labor Day and therefore would like action by the August meeting and will endeavor to solve all the Boards concerns. Ms. Dunkin asked if a site visit could be set. The matter was adjourned to the July meeting Motion:To adjourn the meeting at 10:06 P.M. Action:Approved Moved by John Ortiz, Seconded by Ellen Dunkin. Minutes prepared by Francine M. Brill Planning Board Secretary 5