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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984_12_12 Planning Board Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD DECEMBER 12, 1984, IN THE COUNCIL ROOM OF THE WEAVER STREET FIREHOUSE, WEAVER STREET AND EDGEWOOD AVENUE, LARCHMONT, NEW YORK. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 8:05 P.M. ROLL CALL Present: Mr. Paul Kalos, Chairman Mrs. Mary Carlson Mr. Anton Schramm Mr. Sanford Bell Mrs. Caryl B. Mahoney Mr. Lester Bliwise Absent: Mr. Emil Nicolaysen Also present: Mr. Lee Hoffman, Jr. Town Counsel Mr. Alan Mason, Conservation Advisory Committee Mr. Gary Trachtman, Engineering Consultant APPROVAL OF MINUTES The approval of the minutes was deferred since Mrs. Carlson and Mr. Bliwise had not arrived and there was not a quorum for approval. APPLICATION FOR SUBDIVISION OF JOSEPH T. MALONEY (BERRINGER PROPERTY) FENIMORE ROAD - BLOCK 302 PARCEL 1 - BLOCK 304 PARCELS 1 and 58 - BLOCK 312 PARCELS 45 and 130 Mr. Kalos read a letter from Mr. Trachtman which is made a part of the minutes. The Chairman asked Mr. Hoffman if it would be proper for the Board to accept the Draft Environmental Impact State- ment. Mr. Hoffman said that since certain items were not included it could not be accepted as complete and they would run the risk of litigation. Mr. Schramm pointed out that it had been scoped before hand and the Board only asked for specific items to be addressed. Mr. Hoffman said there were certain points and items that were amended primarily addressed to a more technical matter and he felt the Engineer had given his opinion and he agrees with his opinion. Mr. Bell asked if the DEIS could be accepted as everything the Board had asked to be addressed had been. Mr. Trachtman pointed out that certain items mentioned in his letter are manda- tory and Mr. Hoffman said the Board had to give formal notice to the developer that the document was not being accepted. Mr. Bell questioned as to whether the public would be able to comment yet and Mr. Kalos said not yet. Mr. Campbell, Mr. Maloney's Attorney said he did not see where the points brought out by Mr. Trachtmann were man- datory and the developer was trying to get the process through. Mr. Morganroth, the applicant's Engineer said that the alternatives would not be what the people would want on that particular site and there was no limit as to alternatives other than submitted. Mr. Hoffman suggested that Mr. Morganroth and Mr. Trachtman meet and discuss in more detail the kind of information that should be included in the draft. He thought that could be done in time for the next meeting and then be circulated to the public. Mrs. Carlson said that she felt the draft was not complete and asked about comments from the CAC. Dr. Mason said the CAC could not comment on the Draft Statement since it had not been accepted. Mr. Schramm asked if the Board could accept the draft and ask the applicant to submit or incorporate additional in- formation when he comes back. Mr. Hoffman explained that once they accepted the document they would be indicating that it was complete. ,— After further discussion it was decided that Mr. Trachtman and Mr. Morganroth should meet to discuss the issues. It was noted for the record that the applicant received a copy of the letter written by Mr. Trachtman and that the Board could not accept the Draft Environmental Impact Statement that had been submitted. It was, also, noted that Mr. Trachtman would meet with Mr. Morganroth to re- view the draft and submit an amended Draft Environmental Impact Statement. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Since Mrs. Carlson had come in to the meeting after the Board had started to discuss the first application and her vote was needed to approve the minutes the Chairman now asked for a motion. Mrs. Carlson requested that her ?. comment regarding the application for the subdivision of the Berringer property be included in the minutes. Mrs. Carlson had recommended that a review of cluster housing be explored as one of the alternatives. A motion was made, seconded and carried that the minutes of the meeting of November 14, 1984 be accepted as corrected. REFERRAL FROM TOWN BOARD ON APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL PERMIT FOR CAR C DEALERSHIP - 2155 PALMER AVENUE Mr. Geoghegan, the applicant's Attorney appeared before the Board and it was pointed out that the application had been presented to the Town Board for a Special Permit and the Town Board was in turn referring the application to the Planning Board for their recommendations. Mr. Geoghegan said the site had originally been approved for a garden supply business and since the last applica- tion was for an office building he felt the Board has done a full EIS on the property. Mr. Geoghegan further said they would supply the Board with whatever is necessary regarding traffic, water retention, etc. A motion was made and seconded that the Planning Board be declared the Lead Agency and a question was raised as to whether they wanted the applicant to furnish the Board with a long form or if they would classify it. Mr. Geoghegan said there were two items, traffic and flood control and they would like to combine the Site Plan Review with their Special Permit application. After further discussion it was decided the applicant would submit a long form with special attention to traffic and water retention. It was noted that the applicant was waiving time limits with respect to the determination of significance. Mr. Trachtman said he had reviewed the short form and once the Planning Board has received the long form he will be asked to review and comment on it more substantially. Mr. Geoghegan said his client expects to receive the franchise for a new car which is a subsidiary of Honda and there would probably be four of these particular models on the site. Mr. Geoghegan further said that these would be the only cars sold on the site and service would be by appointment only. Mr. Hoffman said the Board could regulate the traffic volume and any other kinds of impact on the neighborhood. Mr. Hoffman further said they could limit the number of cars stored on the premises, etc. PRESUBMISSION CONFERENCE ON APPLICATION FOR GARFIELD HOUSING CORP. Mr. Joel Sachs, the Attorney for the applicant appeared with Mr. Siegel, the Vice President of Garfield Housing Corp. and Mr. Sam Lichtenstein, the Architect. Mr. Sachs reviewed the history of the project and said they are now presenting a plan which does not require any zoning variances. Mr. Sachs further said that as far as SEQR is concerned since the project had done such an extensive review he felt at the next meeting they could present either a short or long form. The new application cuts the height of the building to six stories and 142 units and they have done away with the indoor parking area. Mr. Hoffman questioned as to whether since they found the project to be a Type I previously would it still be a Type I. Mrs. Carlson suggested they submit a new long form. Mr. Hoffman pointed out that the Board cannot do anything formally with respect to SEQR until there is a site plan application. It was decided that since this was not a formal application no formal action can be taken and Mr. Hoffman suggested the applicant's architect meet with Mr. Trachtman. Mr. Bell asked what the original Impact Statement was based on and it was pointed out that the project at that time was larger and there was an enclosed garage. The present application shows a smaller building since they have eliminated one story and the indoor garage. It was recommended by the Board that the applicant sub- mit a long Environmental Assessement Form together with a statement of how the current proposed project differs from the proposal that was previously submitted. The Board also explained to Mr. Sachs that they have a revised proposed form for the Site Plan Review and since they are in the process of revising the form it is not ready but as soon as it is printed they will send it out. Mr. Kalos did not participate and Mr. Bliwise served as temporary chairman on this matter. PRESUBMISSION CONFERENCE ON APPLICATION FOR OFFICE BUILDING - BYRON ASSOC. - BLOCK 132 PARCEL 410 - BYRON PLACE Mr. Herbert Warman, who is the Architect for the project, Mr. James Johnston, an Attorney and Mr. Charles Hoffmann, Sr. and Jr. , and Mr. Paul Hoffmann, Jr. , who are the pro- spective owners and builders, all appeared before the Board. It was pointed out that the applicants would have to ob- tain a variance. The applicants plan to build a three story office building with a cellar to be used for parking. The developer also plans to develop the Town owned pro- perty which is adjacent into a park. The proposed plan will provide for parking for about 80 cars and will be an improvement to the Community. It was pointed out that the Hoffmanns are in contract to purchase the property from the present owner. Mr. Johnston said that the Town records show Byron Place to be in existence since 1891 and in 1910 it was treated as a Town road. Mr. Johnston further said that they had met with the Town Administrator and the applicant had also been discussed with the Town Board. Mr. Johnston also said that the Town Board was concerned about parking but the builder has plans to create 21 parking spaces that could be used by anyone that wants to use them. Mr. Hoffman, the Town Counsel said that the site plan application could not be accepted until all variances that are necessary have been applied for and obtained. Mrs. Carlson said she had great concern for flooding and drainage. Dr. Mason mentioned that there has been some discusiion about a new bridge across the thruway and Madison Avenue being extended. After further discussion the Board advised the applicants to make their application to the Zoning Board first. The Board discussed the revised form for the Site Plan Re- view and decided they would adopt the form with the changes and suggestions made by Mr. Paonessa, the Building Inspector. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before this meet- ing it was adjourned at 10:45 P.M. 7-7 Rita A. Joh on, Secretary 4110 © '\ .91 NIMALCOLM PIRNIE, INC. ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERS,SCIENTISTS & PLANNERS December 11 , 1984 Town of Mamaroneck Planning Board Town Offices 437 Ward Avenue Mamaroneck, New York 10543 Re: Completeness Review of Draft EIS for the Proposed Joseph Maloney Subdivision (MPI No. 849-01-9E01) Gentlemen: We have completed our initial review of the draft environmental impact statement for the subdivision proposed by Joseph Maloney, to determine completeness under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) . Our review indicates that the aforementioned document is incomplete for purposes of 6 NYCRR Part 617. As per Title 6 NYCRR Part 617. 14 (f) , a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) must address certain issues. In our review, we have found that several of these issues either have not been addressed or have not been adequately addressed. Among these are the following: • A detailed description of the environmental setting; an inventory of the flora and fauna present in the area and any associated impact to these as a result of the proposed project; location of any sensitive areas on the project site should be presented; • A summary of both the long-term and short-term environmental effects of the proposed activity; • A description and evaluation of the no-action alternative; • A description and evaluation of reasonable alternatives to the project; it is felt that other site layout alternatives may exist which are feasible. 2 CORPORATE PARK DR BOX 751 WHITE PLAINS, NY 10602 914-694 2100 TELEX 137364 Nralls4 I RN We are not implying that a major environmental impact would necessarily result from the proposed subdivision; however, the state regulations clearly set forth those issues which must be addressed. The applicant may wish to review relevant portions of SEQR regulations , particularly Title 6 NYCRR Parts 617.11 and 617. 14, should he decide to modify the DEIS. Very truly yours, MALCOLM PIRNIE, INC. 43. Ji2-aPCs-- - J 9HY' Gary B. Trachtman, P.E. JBW:vm cc: Mr. Steven Altieri, Town Administrator Mr. Horton Wasserman, Malcolm Pirnie