HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989_10_26 Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
„✓ ZONING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
OCTOBER 26, 1989, IN THE SENIOR CENTER, TOWN CENTER
740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD
MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
Present: Joel Negrin, Chairman
Patrick B. Kelleher
J. Rene Simon
Arthur Wexler
Absent: Thomas E. Gunther
Also Present: Lee A. Hoffman, Jr. , Counsel
William E. Jakubowski, Building Inspector
Marci Altman, Public Stenographer
Carbone, Kazazes & Associates
225 Mount Pleasant Avenue
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Bonnie M. Burdick, Recording Secretary
CALL TO ORDER
,� The meeting was called to order by Chairman Negrin at 8:27 PM.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Mr. Simon, seconded by Mr. Wexler, the minutes of the
meeting of May 24, 1989 were unanimously approved.
On motion of Mr. Kelleher, seconded by Mr. Simon, the minutes of the
meeting of June 26, 1989 were unanimously approved as corrected.
On motion of Mr. Kelleher, seconded by Mr. Wexler, the minutes of the
meeting of July 26, 1989 were unanimously approved.
APPLICATION NO. 1 - CASE 932
The Recording Secretary read the application as follows:
Application of Ms. Ruth Siegel requesting a variance from Section
89-44 D to retain a six (6) foot high stockade fence at the front
property line [four (4) feet height maximum permitted) , in a Residence
Zone District, on the premises located at 1175 Old White Plains Road
and known on the Tax Assessment of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 33
Parcel 992.
Mr. and Mrs. Siegel appeared on behalf of the application. They stated
that the fence is necessary for two reasons. Sewer gas leaks at the
front of this lot kill everything which has been planted. The Siegels
�r have tried at least three times to plant shrubs and trees along Old
White Plains Road and have taken legal action against Con Edison. The
cost of the fruitless planting and legal fees has been extremely
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high. At least two-thirds of the front lot is affected by the sewer
gas. Also, lights from cars coming down the hill of Wagon Wheel Close
shine into the Siegels' living room windows.
Mr. Negrin stated that he has a problem generally with granting
variances for six-feet high fences and particularly with this case.
He stated that he did not want to see a series of walls along such
streets as Old White Plains Road and Weaver Street. Four-feet high
fences allow walkers and bikers to see into the yard and do not change
the neighborhood as much. Mr. Negrin questioned the amount of relief
afforded from headlights by the extra two feet.
Mr. Siegel stated that he and his wife were seeking privacy but not
complete seclusion as evidenced by the two open driveway entrances. He
reiterated that many trees and shrubs have died and that more are
currently dying.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Simon, 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 SEQRA.
On motion of Mr. Kelleher, seconded by Mr. Simon, the following
resolutions were unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, Ruth Siegel has submitted an application to the Building
Inspector, together with plans, to retain a six-foot high fence on
the premises located at 1175 Old White Plains Road and known on
the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamroneck as Block 333
Parcel 992; 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
Section 89-44 D; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Siegel 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;
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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 applicant is experiencing unusual hardship as
leaking sewer gas kills any plant that has been
installed as screening in much of the front yard.
2. The applicant has made at least three attempts to
alleviate the problem but the circumstances are
unusual and beyond her control
3. The grade of the lot is below street level and
substantially below the grade of Wagon Wheel Close,
which is opposite the lot.
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 purposes and intent of this Ordinance and
will not be 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
Section 89-44 D of the Zoning Ordinance be varied and
modified so as to allow the retention of a six-foot high
fence on the premises located at 1175 Old White Plains Road
and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck
as Block 333 Parcel 992 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.
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APPLICATION NO. 3 - CASE 940
The Recording Secretary read the application as follows:
Application of Mr. and Mrs. K. Barish requesting a variance from
Section 89-33 B(2)(a) & (b) to reduce the side yard from 10.0 feet
required to 6.2 feet and the total side yards from 25.0 feet
required to 13 .9 feet, in an R-10 Zone District, for the proposed
construction of a second floor dormer which will increase the
extent by which the existing structure fails to meet the
requirements pursuant to Section 89-57 on the premises located at
209 Mulberry Lane and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town
of Mamaroneck as Block 212 Parcel 421.
Lawrence Gordon, architect, appeared with the applicants. The
proposal is to extend a small room which is currently little more
than a landing into a playroom in a small house. A dormer will be
added above the side yard. Space is needed for the Barishes'
young children to play and entertain their friends and for a guest
room. The siding and roofing will be matched with that on the
house. The house which is approximately 1700 square feet is set
on a triangular lot which is approximately 6000 square feet.
Favorable letters from the two neighbors who are most affected by
the plan were submitted and will become a part of the record.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Simon, 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 SEQRA.
On motion of Mr. Simon, seconded by Mr. Kelleher, the following
resolutions were unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. K. Barish have submitted an application
to the Building Inspector, together with plans, to construct
a second floor dormer on the premises located at 209 Mulberry
Lane and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of
Mamroneck as Block 212 Parcel 421; 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 Section 89-33 B(2)(a) & (b) ; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Barish 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
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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 property is generous in size. Currently the
floor area is less than mandated in an R-10 Zone
District.
2. There is no other obvious way to add to this house.
3. The proposed dormer will not encroach further into
the side yard.
4. The property has an unusual triangular shape which
creates small side yards.
5. The variance granted is the minimum to alleviate
the practical difficulty detailed in the
application.
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
Section 89-33 B(2)(a) & (b) of the Zoning Ordinance be varied
and modified so as to allow the construction of a second
floor dormer on the premises located at 209 Mulberry Lane
and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck
as Block 212 Parcel 421 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
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FURTHER RESOLVED, that this decision be filed with the Town
Clerk as provided in Section 267 of the Town Law.
APPLICATION NO. 4 - CASE 941
The Recording Secretary read the application as follows:
Application of Mr. and Mrs. J. Monahan requesting a variance from Section
89-34B (2)(a) to reduce the side yard from 10.0 feet required to 5.8
feet, in an R-7.5 District, to retain a screened porch and deck which
increases the extent by which the existing structure fails to meet the
requirements pursuant to Section 89-57 on the premises located at 104
Weaver Street and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of
Mamaroneck as Block 406 Parcel 22.
Mark Mustacato, architect, appeared on behalf of the applicants. He
stated that Mr. Monahan had built the deck and porch in ignorance of the
requirements in 1977. The property is nonconforming in width - 48± feet,
not 75 feet. The house is set at a slight angle to the property line
but, stated Mr. Mustacato, conforms to the neighborhood. It would be a
hardship to remove the deck and porch. Mr. Mustacato stated that the
Monahans neighbors do not object to the requested variance.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Simon, 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 SEQRA.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Simon, the following resolutions
were unanimously adopted
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. J. Monahan have submitted an application to
the Building Inspector, together with plans, to retain a screened
porch and deck on the premises located at 104 Weaver Street and
known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamroneck as Block
406 Parcel 22; 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 Section
89-34 B (2)(a) ; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Monahan submitted an application for a
=A. variance to this Board on the grounds of practical difficulty
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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 side lot line is similar to those in the
vicinity.
2. The rear yard backs up on the play field at Central
School affording a good deal of open space.
3. The deck and porch jut out further than the house
to the right. Therefore, a problem of spacing
relationships is not created.
4. Encroachment of the deck and porch is no different
from that of the house.
5. The deck and the porch are well screened. They are
barely visible from the street and partially
visible from the house next door.
6. The variance granted is the minimum to alleviate
the practical difficulty detailed in the
application.
7. 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
8. 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
Section 89-34 B(2)(a) of the Zoning Ordinance be varied and
modified so as to allow the retention of a deck and screened
porch on the premises located at 104 Weaver Street and known
on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block
406 Parcel 22 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
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FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following condition shall be
attached to this variance:
The applicant shall use reasonable effort to maintain
the existing screening between the deck and the
neighboring house.
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.
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APPLICATION NO. 5 - CASE 942
The Recording Secretary read the application as follows:
Application of Mr. and Mrs. D. Lescop requesting a variance to retain a
deck and above ground swimming pool. The structure as presently exist
fail to meet the required 15.0 feet distance separation as the pool is
7.25 from the principal building and 0.0 feet from the deck where 15.0
feet is required pursuant to Section 14.48 A(1) of the Building Code,
in an R-15 Zone District, on the premises located at 1211 Palmer Avenue
and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block
401 Parcel 110.
Mr. Simon recused himself from the decision due to a conflict of
interest. Mr. Negrin told the applicants that the three members left
must decide unanimously to approve or deny the application. Should the
vote be split, a non-action would occur, and the matter would be
adjourned. Mr. Hoffman explained that the applicants could request an
adjournment, which they did not do.
Mr. Mustacato, architect, appeared with the Lescops. He stated that
the pool had been in place before the Lescops purchased the house. It
was probably erected in 1978. The property slopes with the higher part
in back of the house. Mr. Mustacato stated that the deck was
unintentionally built without a permit. The pool is well gated and
well screened. Mr. Mustacato stated that there has been no
infringement and that the construction was esthetically pleasing. He
stated that the fence will be replaced. Mr. Wexler suggested
installing lattice under the deck and something similar under the pool.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Kelleher, and with Mr. Simon
abstaining, it was unanimously,
RESOLVED, that the Zoning Board of Appeals is the Lead Agency and
solely responsible for determining whether the proposed
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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 SEQRA.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Kelleher, and with Mr.
Simon abstaining, the following resolutions were adopted:
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. D. Lescop have submitted an application
to the Building Inspector, together with plans, to retain an
above-ground swimming pool and deck on the premises located
at 1211 Palmer Avenue and known on the Tax Assessment Map of
the Town of Mamroneck as Block 401 Parcel 110; 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 Section 14.48 A(1) ; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Lescop 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. In view of the irregular grade, over-sized side
yards and the unoccupied property behind the
property, this is an unobtrusive request.
2. The wooden deck helps soften the impact which the
pool would cause were there no deck.
3. The variance granted is the minimum to alleviate
the practical difficulty detailed in the
application.
4. 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
5. The strict application of the Zoning Ordinance and
Town Code would deprive the applicants of the
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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
Section 14.48 A (1) of the Zoning Ordinance be varied and
modified so as to allow the retention of a deck and
above-ground pool on the premises located at 1211 Palmer
Avenue and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of
Mamaroneck as Block 401 Parcel 110 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 condition shall attach
to this variance:
Lattice or other screening shall be placed around the
pool deck to screen the area underneath the deck and the
pool.
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
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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. 6 - CASE 943
This case was not heard and was adjourned.
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APPLICATION NO. 7. - CASE 944
The Recording Secretary read the application as follows:
Application of Mr. and Mrs. J. Kelnberger requesting a variance from
Section 89-32 B(2)(a) to reduce the side yard from 10.0 feet required
to 9.8 feet, in an R-15 Zone District to retain a rear enclosed porch
on the premises located at 48 Mohegan Road and known on the Tax
Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 206 Parcel 292.
Bill Johnston, attorney, appeared with the Kelnbergers. He stated that
a screened porch, which had had a Certificate of Occupancy, was
enclosed 25 years ago. There was no change in the footprint, and the
variance requested is 2A inches.
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On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Simon, 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 SEQRA.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Kelleher, the following
resolutions were adopted:
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. J. Kelnberger have submitted an
application to the Building Inspector, together with plans,
to retain a rear enclosed porch on the premises located at 48
Mohegan Road and known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town
of Mamroneck as Block 206 Parcel 292; 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 Section 89-32 B(2)(a) ; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Kelnberger 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. It would present a hardship to remove the
enclosure.
2. The variance is minimal - 2.4 inches at its closest
point.
3. The variance granted is the minimum to alleviate
the practical difficulty detailed in the
application.
4. 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
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5. 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
Section 89-32 B (2)(a) of the Zoning Ordinance be varied and
modified so as to allow the retention of a rear enclosed
porch on the premises located at 48 Mohegan Road and known on
the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 206
Parcel 292 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
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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. 8 - CASE 946
The Recording Secretary read the application as follows:
Application of Anita Moy (Sunrise Chinese Kitchen) requesting a
variance from Section 89-66 A to reduce the number of off-street
parking spaces required from six (6) to zero (0) for the proposed
change from a take out facility to a restaurant with on-premises
consumption of food, and further, the failure to provide additional
parking required increases the extent by which the use fails to conform
pursuant to Section 89-57, in a Business "B" District, on the premises
located at 176 Myrtle Boulevard and known on the Tax Assessment Map of
the Town of Mamaroneck as Block 133 Parcel 642.
Francis Filopowski, attorney, appeared with Mrs. Moy. He explained to
the Board that the Sunrise Kitchen had been a take-out restaurant only,
the owner wants to convert it to a combined operation keeping the
take-out facility and adding six tables with eighteen seats for eating
within the restaurant. There would not be waiters. Mr. Filopowski
submitted a petition from 220 people requesting a facility with seats.
This will become a part of the record. Mr. Filopowski stated that the
restaurant has significant pedestrian business who are residents of the
many neighboring apartment houses and commuters. At night, the only
other open restaurant is the Italian restaurant on Madison Avenue.
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Discussion centered on the availability of parking in the area.
Mr. Filopowski stated that spaces open up in the Town of
Mamaroneck area across the street from the restaurant about 4:30
or 5:00. In addition, most patrons during the lunch period are
pedestrians. Mr. Wexler reminded the Board of the changes
occurring in the neighborhood with the former Daitch market
renovation and the Coughlin Realty building construction start.
Mr. Filopowski stated that it appeared that there was more than
ample space for parking in the area.
Mr. Wexler suggested that Mrs. Moy try to obtain three permits for
the Town parking lot. It was pointed out that these spaces are
reserved for Town residents.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Simon, 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 SEQRA.
On motion of Mr. Wexler, seconded by Mr. Kelleher, the following
resolutions were unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, Anita Moy (Sunrise Kitchen) has submitted an
application to the Building Inspector, together with plans
proposing changing the restaurant from a take out facility to
a restaurant with on-premises consumption of food on the
premises located at 176 Myrtle Boulevard and known on the Tax
Assessment Map of the Town of Mamroneck as Block 133 Parcel
642; 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 Section 89-66 A; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Moy (Sunrise Kitchen) 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
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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. It is a practical difficulty to provide parking
spaces at this time.
2. The addition of seating in the restaurant will not
create a substantial increase in the need for
parking.
3. The variance granted is the minimum to alleviate
the practical difficulty detailed in the
application.
4. 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
5. 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
Section 89-66 A of the Zoning Ordinance be varied and
"�, modified so as to allow the installation of tables and chairs
in a take-out restaurant facility and, further, to allow the
restaurant to operate without providing 6 off-street parking
spaces on the premises located at 176 Myrtle Boulevard and
known on the Tax Assessment Map of the Town of Mamaroneck as
Block 133 Parcel 642 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 this variance:
1. This variance shall run concurrently with the
period of time of the special permit which is being
sought.
2. The applicant shall attempt to obtain, if possible,
three parking spaces in the Town of Mamaroneck
parking area across from the restaurant.
3. The restaurant shall operate without waiter
service.
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the applicant shall obtain a building
permit within six months of the filing of this Resolution
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,t► 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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FUTURE MEETINGS
It was decided that the next meeting of the Board would be
Wednesday, November 29, 1989. The December meeting, should one be
necessary, will be Thursday, December 14, 1989.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Mr. Kelleher, seconded by Mr. Simon, the meeting was
adjourned at 10:15 PM.
Bonnie M. Burdick
C