HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991_02_27 Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ZONING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
FEBRUARY 27, 1991, IN THE COURTROOM, TOWN CENTER
740 WEST BOS"TON POST ROAD
MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
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Present: Joel Negrin, Chairman RECEIVED
Thomas E. Gunther 47
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Patrick B. Kelleher PA 1991
J. Rend Simon =' R(4 DiCf
Arthur Wexler
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Also Present: Lee A. Hoffman, Jr. Counsel
William E. Jakubawski, Building Inspector
Barbara Terranova, Public Stenographer
Carbone, Kazazes & Associates
225 Mount Pleasant Avenue
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Negrin at 8:21 PM.
NEXT MEETING
Due to conflicts in several members' schedules, the next meeting will be
Thursday, March 28, 1991.
APPLICATION NO. 1 - CASE 1012
Mr. Hoffman read the application as follows:
Application of Mr. and Mrs. J. Faivre requesting a variance from Section
89-31 B(3) to reduce the rear yard from 40.0 feet required to 37.0 feet
to retain a side screened porch and a rear Florida Room which increases
the extent by which the structure is nonconforming pursuant to Section
89-57, in an R-20 Zone District, on the premi'-c: located at 1036 Old
White Plains Road and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of
Mamaroneck as Block 346 Lot 256.
Sam Watkins appeared on behalf of the applicants. He stated that the
Faivres had bought the house in 1989 and had not known the screened porch
and Florida Room were non-conforming. One side of the structure is 37'
from the line and the other is 38.9'. The structures are 20 years old,
and a financial hardship would be incurred to correct the non-conformity.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Gunther, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Zoning Board of Appeals is the Lead Agency and
solely responsible for determining whether the proposed action may
have a significant impact on the environment; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this is a Type II Action having no significant
impact on the environment as determined by New York State or
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corresponding local law, therefore requiring no further action under
SEQ .
On motion of Mr. Kelleher, seconded by Mr. Gunther, the following
resolutions were unanimously approved:
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. J. Faivre have submitted an application to the
Building Inspector, together with plans, to retain a screened porch
and Florida Ronan on the premises located at 1036 Old White Plains
Road and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as
Block 346 Lot 256; and
WHEREAS, the Building Inspector has declined to issue such permit on
the grounds that the plans submitted failed to comply with the Town
of Mamaroneck Zoning Ordinance with particular reference to Sections
89-31 B(3) and 89-57; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Faivre submitted an application for a variance
to this Board on the grounds of practical difficulty and/or
unnecessary hardship for the reasons set forth in such application;
and
WHEREAS, this Board has examined the plans, reviewed the application
and has heard all persons interested in this application after
publication of a notice thereof;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Board finds that there are special circumstances
and/or conditions applying to the land for which the variance is
sought on the following grounds:
1. The non-conforming structures were pre-existing to purchase
and not known to the owners to be in violation to the Code.
2. The structures have been in place for 20 years.
3. Retention of the structures would not increase the degree
of non-conformity.
4. The setback of the structures for which application is made
is essentially the same as a one-story portion of the house
for which a Certificate of Occupancy had previously been
granted.
5. The variance granted is the minimum to alleviate the
practical difficulty detailed in the application.
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6. The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general
purposes and intent of this Ordinance and will not be
injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to
the public welfare; and
7. The strict application of the Zoning Ordinance and Town
Code would deprive the applicants of the reasonable use of
the land and/or building and that the variance granted by
this Board will accomplish this purpose; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that a variance is hereby granted and that Sections
89-31 B(3) and 89-57 of the Zoning Ordinance be varied and modified
so as to allow the retention of a side screened porch and a Florida
Room on the premises located at 1036 Old White Plains Road and known
on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 346 Lot
256 in strict conformance with the plans filed with this application
and any conditions set forth in these resolutions, provided that the
applicants comply in all other respects with the Zoning Ordinance and
Building Code of the Town of Mamaroneck; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the applicant shall obtain a building permit
within six months of the filing of this Resolution with the Town
Clerk and, in accordance with Section 89-73 of the Zoning Ordinance,
the building permit shall be void if construction is not started
within six months and completed within two years of the date of said
permit; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this decision be filed with the Town Clerk as
provided in Section 267 of the Town Law
*****
APPLICATION NO. 2 - CASE 1013
Mr. Hoffman read the application as follows:
Mr. and Mrs. W. Scott requesting a variance from Section 89-35 B(1) to
reduce the front yard from 30.0 feet required to 16.4 feet for the
proposed construction of a side addition which would increase the extent
by which the structure is nonconforming pursuant to Section 89-57, in an
R-6 Zone District, on the premises located at 11 Hillcrest Avenue and
known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 122
Lot 65.
Edmund Purves, attorney, and Gus Worirnith, architect, appeared on behalf
of the application. Mr. Purves stated that the house is 80 years old and
laid out in an awkward way. The addition is the most efficient and
attractive way to accomplish the applicants' needs and is consistent with
the line of the house. This plan also preserves a large oak tree in the
side yard. Mr. Purves submitted five favorable letters from neighbors.
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On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Gunther, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Zoning Board of Appeals is the Lead Agency and
solely responsible for determining whether the proposed action may
have a significant impact on the environment; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this is a Type II Action having no significant
impact on the environment as determined by New York State or
corresponding local law, therefore requiring no further action under
SE QRA.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Simon, the following resolutions
were unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. W. Scott have submitted an application to the
Building Inspector, together with plans, to construct a side addition
on the premises located at 11 Hillerest, Avenue and known on the Tax
Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 122 Lot 65; and
WHEREAS, the Building Inspector has declined to issue such permit on
the grounds that the plans submitted failed to fly with the Town
of Mamaroneck Zoning Ordinance with particular reference to Sections
89-35 B(1) and 89-57; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Scott submitted an application for a variance
to this Board on the grounds of practical difficulty and/or
unnecessary hardship for the reasons set forth in such application;
and
WHEREAS, this Board has examined the plans, reviewed the application
and has heard all persons interested in this application after
publication of a notice thereof;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Board finds that there are special circumstances
and/or conditions applying to the land for which the variance is
sought on the following grounds:
1. The addition will be no closer to the front property line
than the building as it presently exists.
2. This addition conforms with the design of the house and to
the neighborhood.
3. The addition could be added to the side where a variance
would not be needed but which would require the destruction
of a large oak tree.
4. The variance granted is the minimum to alleviate the
practical difficulty detailed in the application.
5. The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general
pvrpoccs and intent of this Ordinance and will not be
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injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to
the public welfare; and
6. The strict application of the Zoning Ordinance and Town
Code would deprive the applicants of the reasonable use of
the land and/or building and that the variance granted by
this Board will accomplish this purpose; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that a variance is hereby granted and that Sections
89-35 B(1) and 89-57 of the Zoning Ordinance be varied and modified
so as to allow the construction of a side addition on the premises
located at 11 Hillcrest Avenue and known on the Tax Assessment Map of
the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 122 Lot 65 in strict conformance with
the plans filed with this application and any conditions set forth in
thee resolutions, provided that the applicants comply in all other
respects with the Zoning Ordinance and Building Code of the Town of
Mamaroneck; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the applicant shall obtain a building permit
within six months of the filing of this Resolution with the Town
Clerk and, in accordance with Section 89-73 of the Zoning Ordinance,
the building permit shall be void if construction is not started
within six months and completed within two years of the date of said
permit; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this decision be filed with the Town Clerk as
provided in Section 267 of the Town Law
*****
APPLICATION NO. 3 - CASE 1015
Mr. Hoffman read the application as follows:
Application of Mr. and Mrs. C. Mueller requesting a variance from Section
89-33 B(3) to reduce the rear yard from 25.0 feet required to 17.0 feet
for the proposed construction of a raised rear patio terrace which would
increase the extent by which the structure is nonconforming pursuant to
Section 89-57 in an R-10 Zone District, on the premises located at 82
Briarcliff Road and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of
Mamaroneck as Block 210 Lot 103.
Chris Mueller appeared on behalf of his application. He stated that he
and his wife wanted to extend an existing patio seven feet farther back
into the yard. The yard slopes as does that of his neighbor so that the
neighbor's roof is all that is seen from the Muellers' back yard.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Negrin, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Zoning Board of Appeals is the Lead Agency and
solely responsible for determining whether the proposed action may
have a significant impact on the environment; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this is a Type II Action having no significant
impact on the environment as determined by New York State or
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corresponding local law, therefore requiring no further action under
SEQRA.
On motion of Mr. Simon, seconded by Mr. Kelleher, the following
resolutions were unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. C. Mueller have submitted an application to the
Building Inspector, together with plans, to construct a raised rear
patio terrace on the premises located at 82 Briarcliff Road and known
on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 210 Lot
103; and
WHEREAS, the Building Inspector has declined to issue such permit on
the grounds that the plans submitted failed to comply with the Town
of Mamaroneck Zoning Ordinance with particular reference to Sections
89-33 B(3) and 89-57; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Mueller submitted an application for a variance
to this Board on the grounds of practical difficulty and/or
unnecessary hardship for the reasons set forth in such application;
and
WHEREAS, this Board has examined the plans, reviewed the application
and has heard all persons interested in this application after
publication of a notice thereof;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Board finds that there are special circumstances
and/or conditions applying to the land for which the variance is
sought on the following grounds:
1. The land slopes. No one beyond the rear yard can see into
this yard.
2. The variance granted is the minimum to alleviate the
practical difficulty detailed in the application.
3. The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general
purposes and intent of this Ordinance and will not be
injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to
the public welfare; and
4. The strict application of the Zoning Ordinance and Town
Code would deprive the applicants of the reasonable use of
the land and/or building and that the variance granted by
this Board will accomplish this purpose; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that a variance is hereby granted and that Sections
89-33 B(3) and 89-57 of the Zoning Ordinance be varied and modified
so as to allow the construction of a raised rear patio terrace on the
premises located at 82 Briarcliff Road and known on the Tax
Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 210 Lot 103 in
strict conformance with the plans filed with this application and any
conditions set forth in these resolutions, provided that the
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applicants comply in all other respects with the Zoning Ordinance and
Building Code of the Town of Mamaroneck; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED that the following condition shall be attached to
the variance:
After construction of the patio, earth shall be mounded along
the exterior edges at a slope of approximately 30% to blend the
edges of the patio into the ground.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the applicant shall obtain a building permit
within six months of the filing of this Resolution with the Toren
Clerk and, in accordance with Section 89-73 of the Zoning Ordinance,
the building permit shall be void if construction is not started
within six months and completed within two years of the date of said
permit; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this decision be filed with the Town Clerk as
provided in Section 267 of the Town Law.
*****
APPLICATION NO. 4 - CASE NO 1016
Mr. Hoffman read the application as follows:
Application of Sts. John and Paul Church requesting variances to replace
an existing structure. The replacement of a nonconforming structure must
be done in conformity with Zone Regulations, Section 89-35A-E. The
replacement structure proposed for 11SP again as a one family dwelling is
not an accessory use permitted under Section 89-20 (C) and the structure
is proposed to have a 5.0 feet rear yard where 25.0 feet is required and
5.0 feet side yard where 8.0 feet is required, both pursuant to Section
89-35 B(2) (a) & (3) for residences in an R-6 Zone District on the
premises located at 280 Weaver Street and known on the Tax Assessment Map
of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 217 Lot 1.
Appearing were Msgr. Boyd, pastor of the church, and Anton Schramm, who
is in charge of maintenance. The custodian for the church/school has
lived in a substandard house on the church property. It is important to
the church and school that he be on hand at all times. The house, at
least forty years old, has been judged not worthy of repair. The new
house will be prefabricated and will be placed at almost the same
location. ( It will be five feet from the property lines rather than 1;
feet.) There is no other suitable place on the property to place the
residence.
Geoffrey Young, attorney, appeared on behalf of abutting neighbor,
Margaret Dawson of 4 Mardon Road. He asked that the house be sited
farther away from the property line, wondered whether the new house would
cause a towering effect with a second floor larger than the first floor,
had concerns about the possibility of machines going onto his client's
property during construction and asked that the dividing fence be
reconstructed.
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Mr. Schramm assured Mr. Young and Mrs. Dawson that no damage would be
done during construction, that the the fence would be constructed along
all of the property line and that a much more attractive house would be
the result of construction.
It was decided that the church would plant evergreens on the neighbor's
side of the fence to soften the view of the new house.
On motion of Mr. Gunther, seconded by Mr. Kelleher, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Zoning Board of Appeals is the Lead Agency and
solely responsible for determining whether the proposed action may
have a significant impact on the environment; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this is a Type II Action having no significant
impact on the environment as determined by New York State or
corresponding local law, therefore requiring no further action under
SDQPA.
On motion of Mr. Gunther, seconded by Mr. Simon, the following
resolutions were unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, Sts. John and Paul Church has submitted an application to
the Building Inspector, together with plans, to replace an existing
structure on the premises located at 280 Weaver Street and known on
the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 217 Lot 1;
and
WHEREAS, the Building Inspector has declined to issue such permit on
the grounds that the plans submitted failed to comply with the Town
of Mamaroneck Zoning Ordinance with particular reference to Sections
89-35 A-E, 89-20 (C) and 89-35 B(2) (a) & (3) and
WHEREAS, Sts. John and Paul Church submitted an application for a
variance to this Board on the grounds of practical difficulty and/or
unnecessary hardship for the reasons set forth in such application;
and
WHEREAS, this Board has examined the plans, reviewed the application
and has heard all persons interested in this application after
publication of a notice thereof;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this Board finds that there are special circumstances
and/or conditions applying to the land for which the variance is
sought on the following grounds:
1. The replacement structure will have a slightly larger
setback than the current house.
2. There is no other appropriate place to put the house.
3. The replacement structure is an improvement to the
property.
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4. The existing building is not safe for habitation.
5. It is at least desirable and possibly necessary that a
maintenance custodial person live on the premises because
of extensive, continuous activities there.
6. Placement elsewhere would decrease the parking available
for a building ill-equipped with parking to meet its
present needs.
7. The use of the structure for a custodian is similar to
permitted accessory use under Sections 89-20 C and 89-21.
8. The variance granted is the minimum that would alleviate
the practical difficulties detailed in the application.
9. The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general
purpoecs and intent of this Ordinance and will not be
injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to
the public welfare; and
10. The strict application of the Zoning Ordinance and Town
Code would deprive the applicant of the reasonable use of
the land and/or building and that the variance granted by
this Board will accomplish this purpose; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that a variance is hereby granted and that Sections
89-35 A-E, 89-20 (C) arxi 89-35 B(2) (a) & (3) of the Zoning Ordinance
be varied and modified so as to allow the construction of a
replacement structure on the premises located at 280 Weaver Street
and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as
Block 217 Lot 1 in strict conformance with the plans filed with this
application and any conditions set forth in these resolutions,
provided that the applicants comply in all other respects with the
Zoning Ordinance and Building Code of the Town of Mamaroneck; and it
is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following conditions shall attach to the
variance:
1. The replacement fence shall be placed along the entire
property line.
2. Five evergreens, 6 feet tall, shall be planted, reasonably
spaced, behind the fence at the new structure facing the house
at 4 Mardon Road.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the applicant shall obtain a building permit
within six months of the filing of this Resolution with the Town
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Clerk and, in accordance with Section 89-73 of the Zoning Ordinance,
the building permit shall be void if construction is not started
within six months and completed within two years of the date of said
permit; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this decision be filed with the Town Clerk as
provided in Section 267 of the Town Law.
*****
APPLICATION NO. 5 - CASE 1017
Mr. Hoffman read the application as follows:
Application of Dr. and Mrs. K. Brumberger requesting variances for the
proposed construction of a gazebo, garage and basketball court. The
unattached garage, the gazebo and the area for uuP. as a basketball court
are located in a side yard with a setback of 56.8 feet and not on the
rear one-third of the lot as required pursuant to Section 89-31 B(3) (b) ,
the paved area of the court for basketball and parking would be 1.0 feet
where 5.0 feet is required from the side property line pursuant to
Section 89-44-A and Section 89-67 and the garage would be a two story
structure as defined in Section 89-3 where only one story unattached
accessory structures are allowed pursuant to Section 89-31 B(3) (b) , in an
R-20 Zone District, on the premises located at 10 Marbourne Drive and
known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 334
Lot 35.
Steve Frenkel, architect, and Keith Brumberger appeared on behalf of the
application. The applicants want to build a third garage which will also
provide storage for outdoor equipment. Should the garage have been
designed to be attached to the house, Mr. Frankel stated that it would
disturb the light in a bedroom next to the existing garage; and Mr.
Jakubowski stated that said garage would have to be 25 feet from the side
line. Mr. Negrin stated that the detached garage would be only 5 feet
from the neighboring property line and 20 feet fran the house on such
property, placing a burden on the neighbors and presenting a large, blank
facade to them.
That neighbor, Michael Costello of 2 Jenny Close objected to the
construction which he would see from his kitchen and family roan. He
stated that there would be a tunnel effect with the building in place.
Joseph Zuckerman of 7 Marbourne Drive also objected to the construction
and referred to the loss of sight lines and open space. He stated that
currently he has a view of the pool and a distant house. The proposed
garage would adversely effect the enjoyment of his house, he stated. Mr.
Zuckerman did not object to Dr. Brumberger having a third garage and
wondered whether there would be another way to achieve that purpose.
Several members of the Board stated that the height of the proposed
garage is extreme.
On motion of Mr. Gunther, seconded by Mr. Wexler it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Zoning Board of Appeals is the Lead Agency and
solely responsible for determining whether the proposed action may
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have a significant impact on the environment; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this is a Type II Action having no significant
impact on the environment as determined by New York State or
corresponding local law, therefore requiring no further action under
SEQRA.
Mr. Negrin polled the Board informally to determine member's opinions
concerning this application. Every member indicated he would vote
against the variance. There were no negative opinions expressed about
the driveway, gazebo and basketball court.
At the request of Dr. Brumberger and on motion of Mr. Gunther, seconded
by Mr. Simon, it was unanimously decided to adjourn this application to
the meeting of March 28, 1991.
Dr. Brumberger indicated his consent to the adjournment.
*****
APPLICATION NO. 6 - CASE 1018
Mr. Hoffman read the application as follows:
Application of Mr. F. Vernier requesting a variance from Section 89-35
B(2) (a) & (b) to reduce the side yard from 8.0 feet required to 6.6 feet
and the total side yards from 18.0 feet required to 14.8 feet for the
proposed construction of a two level deck which would increase the extent
by which the structure is nonconforming pursuant to Section 89-57, in an
R-6 Zone District, on the premiscs located at 7 Edgewater Place and known
on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 505 Lot 180.
Edward Lieberman, attorney, appeared with Mr. Vernier. He stated thathe
had been counsel to this Board more than two years ago and is now free to
appear before it. Mr. Negrin stated that Mr. Lieberman had represented
him a year ago but that they have had no further personal or professional
association that would effect his ability to make a disinterested
decision on the application.
Mr. Lieberman stated that the Verniers wish to build a deck because their
yard is sloping, and they would like to have a safe place for their small
children to play. He stated that the deck will not be any closer to any
side yard line than the house. He also stated that the proposed deck is
consistent with other decks in the area and that sane neighbors have
non-conforming decks and other features that do not have proper Town
approvals. Also, the height of the deck is necessary because the
applicant wants to be able to use a basement door under it. The lot is
substandard and, because of the nature of the driveway, the deck is
placed in a location that will require a variance.
Bruce Campbell of 5 Edgewater Place and Richard Warren of 9 Edgewater
Place appeared. They felt that the deck would impede their views of open
space and have an adverse impact on the neighborhood and their hares,
becalls.P. the proposed deck is too high and too large.
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On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Kelleher, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Zoning Board of Appeals is the Lead Agency and
solely responsible for determining whether the proposed action may
have a significant impact on the environment; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this is a Type II Action having no significant
impact on the environment as determined by New York State or
corresponding local law, therefore requiring no further action under
SEXRA.
Mr. Kelleher moved to deny the application. There was no second, and Mr.
Kelleher withdrew his motion. Several Board members indicated that the
deck was to high, too deep and too large, not the minimum necessary to
accomplish the desired result, and insufficiently screened.
At the request of the applicant and on motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by
Mr. Gunther, it was unanimously decided to adjourn this application to
March 28, 1991.
Mr. Vernier indicated his consent to the adjournment.
*****
APPLICATION NO. 7 - CASE 1019
Mr. Hoffman read the application as follows:
Application of Mr. and Mrs. S. Brettschneider requesting a variance from
Section 89-44D to construct a six (6) foot high fence (four [4] foot
height maximum permitted) , in an Residence Zone District, on the premi^r-,
located at 2 Winding Brook Drive and known on the Tax Assessment Map of
the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 226 Lot 258.
Mr. and Mrs. Brettschneider appeared on behalf of the application. Mr.
Brettschneider stated that a four-foot fence would not provide enough
privacy frcan Fenimore Road. When Mrs. Brettschneider sits at the pool,
cars honk horns at her.
On motion of Mr. Gunther, seconded by Mr. Wexler, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Zoning Board of Appeals is the Lead Agency and
solely responsible for determining whether the proposed action may
have a significant impact on the environment; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this is a Type II Action having no significant
impact on the environment as determined by New York State or
corresponding local law, therefore requiring no further action under
SEXPA.
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On motion of Mr. Kelleher, the following resolutions were unanimously
adopted:
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. S. Brettschneider have submitted an application
to the Building Inspector, together with plans, to allow the
construction of a six-foot high stockade fence which would exceed the
four-foot height limit allowable; and
WHEREAS, the Building Inspector has declined to issue such permit on
the grounds that the plans submitted failed to comply with the Zoning
Ordinance of the Town of Mamaroneck with particular reference to
Article VIII Section 89-44 D which would exceed the four-foot height
allowance on the premises located at 2 Winding Brook Drive and known
on the Tax Assessment Map of the Taan of Mamaroneck as Block 226 Lot
180; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Brettschneider submitted an application for a
variance to this Board on the grounds of practical difficulty and/or
unnecessary hardship for the reasons set forth in such application;
and
WHEREAS, this Board has examined the plans, reviewed the application
and has heard all persons interested in this application after
publication of a notice thereof;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that this board finds there are special circumstances
and/or conditions applying to the land for which the variance is
sought on the following grounds:
1. There will be a minimal impact on the surrounding property
as the location of the fence is approximately 60 feet from
Fenimore Road, is not close to neighboring properties and
will have a natural design and appearance.
2. The pool on the property is constructed at an elevated
location.
4. The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general
purpocco and intent of this Ordinance and will not be
injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to
the public welfare; and
5. There are special circumstances and conditions applying to
the land for which the variance is sought, which
circumstance and/or conditions have not resulted fran any
acts of the applicant subsequent to the date of the Zoning
Regulations appealed from and that strict compliance with
the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance will not alleviate
applicant's practical difficulty.
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FUI IHER RESOLVED that the following conditions shall attach to the
variance:
1. The finished side of the fence shall be installed facing
Fenimore Road.
2. The finish shall be unstained.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that a variance is hereby granted and that Article
VIII Section 89-44 D be varied and modified so as to allow the
erection of a six-foot fence on the premises located at 2 Winding
Brook Drive and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of
Mamaroneck as Block 226 Lot 258 in strict conformance with the plans
filed with this application, provided that the applicant camplies in
all other respects with the Zoning Ordinance and Building Code of the
Town of Mamaroneck; and it is
FIRMER RESOLVED, that the applicant shall obtain a building permit
within six months of the filing of this Resolution with the Town
Clerk and in accordance with Section 89-73 of the Zoning Ordinance,
the building permit shall be void if construction is not
started within six months and completed within two years of the
date of said permit; and it is
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this decision be filed with the Town Clerk as
provided in Section 267 of the Town Law.
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ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Mr. Kelleher, seconded by Mr. Simon, the meeting was
adjourned at 12:15 AM.
Joel Negr'