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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999_01_26 Coastal Zone Management Commission Minutes Town of Mamaroneck — Village of Larchmont COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION TOWN CENTER: 740 West Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, NY 10543 914-381-7845 CZMC MINUTES January 26, 1999 A regular meeting of the Costal Zone Management Commission (CZMC) was held on January 26, 1909 in Conference Room"A",740 West Boston Post Road,Mamaroneck,New York. The meeting was called to order at 8:10 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Lili Andrews, Co-Chairwoman William H. Bailey Madelaine Berg Marc S. Godick Ruth Gyure Bernard Kaplan • Dr. C. Alan Mason Nancy Seligson, Co-Chairwoman REGRETS: Howard McMichael Eileen Weingarten OTHERS PRESENT: James W. Athey, Jr. Town of Mamaroneck Environmental Coordinator James Bush Representative for 19 West Drive David Hachey Property Owner at 3 Gate House Lane Kenneth Kurtz Representative for 19 West Drive Al Ragazzimo Representative for Lots 350.1 and 350.2 on Marbourne Drive Ralph Miles Property Owner at 1 Gate House Lane Joel Negrin Attorney for property owners at 1,3 & 5 Gate House Lane Jack Pisco Representative for Lots 350.1 and 350.2 on Marbourne Drive Ben Simkhai Property Owner at 3 Gate House Lane Phyllis Wittner Town of Mamaroneck Liaison 1. Approval of Minutes: - The minutes from 11/24/98 were unanimously approved with corrections from members on a motion by C.A. Mason seconded by B. Kaplan. CZ_0199M.WPD CZMC- 1/26/99 Pg.1 %J Printed on Recycled Paper C 2. Consistency Referrals: Freshwater Wetlands and Watercourses Permit- Two Story Addition and Deck 19 West Drive, Block 107 Lot 40 Requested by: Town of Mamaroneck Planning Board • - K. Kurtz presented photographs of the house and property at 19 West Drive to the Commission. - The Commission stated that its primary concern discussed at the November meeting was the encroachment onto the Leatherstocking Trail Conservation Area. - Mr. Kurtz stated that the property owners are aware of the encroachment and have no objection to restoring this area as per the Town's recommendations. They are currently working on a planting plan in coordination with the Town Conservation Department. - The Commission inquired about the construction of the deck and the existing versus proposed setbacks. - Mr. Kurtz stated that the deck will be built on pilings and there is currently 10 feet between the house and the property line/conservation area. The proposed setback, after construction of the deck, is 6 1/2 feet. - A discussion ensued and the Commission stated that it has no objections to the proposed bore addition, however it disagrees with the portion of the proposed deck that will exist outside of the allowable building envelope. The Commission stated that the cumulative impact of these "minor" projects where property owners are permitted to build closer to the Town's conservation areas, primarily where zoning variances are required, is inconsistent with Policy 7A of the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) which states the following: POLICY 7A The following locally important habitats designated as critical environmental areas: 1) The Hommocks Salt Marsh Complex including the East Creek area; 2) The Larchmont Reservoir-Sheldrake-Leatherstocking Freshwater Wetland Complex; 3) The Premium Salt Marsh Complex shall be protected, preserved, and, where practicable, restored, so as to maintain their viability as habitats. - The CZMC finds that the proposed addition at 19 West Drive is neither consistent nor inconsistent with the policies of the LWRP, however the portion of the deck which extends beyond the allowable building envelope towards the conservation area is inconsistent with Policy 7A of the LWRP. A letter will be sent to the referring agency stating such. A copy of this letter will also be sent to Kenneth Kurtz. C CZ_0199M.WPD CZMC- 1/26/99 Pg.2 .mow Proposed Amendment to Section 95-10H of the Town of Mamaroneck Erosion and Sediment Control Act Requested by:Town of Mamaroneck Town Council - The Commission stated that, at the request of a local architect, the Town Board is proposing to replace "erosion control specialist or person(s) with demonstrable educational and experiential qualifications in the field" with "architect" in section 95- 10H of the Mamaroneck Town Code. - A discussion ensued and the CZMC disagreed with the removal of"erosion control specialist", however the CZMC finds it acceptable to include architect. - The CZMC agrees that the law should be changed to read: "Signature block language, including the seal of a licensed New York professional engineer, certification of a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) or a registered architect." A letter will be sent to the referring agency stating such. • 3. Discussion: Development of Two Vacant Lots on Marbourne Drive (Block 330 Lots 350.1 & 350.2) • - Jack Pisco presented site plans displaying the proposed locations for both houses on the two undeveloped lots. - David Hachey, resident at 5 Gate House Lane, stated that the drainage channel was created approximately ten years ago. It is his opinion that the water that accumulates in this channel presents a hazard to the adjacent properties. He continued by stating that he has addressed this issue with the Town on several occasions, however the situation has never been remedied. Mr. Hachey's primary concern, regarding the development of these two lots, is that the water situation does not become worse after construction and if possible, any existing hazards or inconveniences, due to the accumulation of water in this channel, be reduced or eliminated. - The Commission asked Mr. Hachey if water currently flows onto his property from the undeveloped lots. - Mr. Hachey stated that his property is graded higher than these properties, therefore he does not receive any water flow from these properties. The only standing water is in the . drainage channel which lies on the property line. Mr. Hachey added that he uses sump pumps in has basement. - Joel Negrin stated that Ben Simkhai's property at 3 Gate House Lane, which also borders these undeveloped lots, is graded a few feet lower than Mr. Hatchey's property and water does accumulate on his lot. Mr. Simkhai's property, after most rain events, typically has • ankle-deep water (or on occasion deeper) in the backyard covering a 30-40 foot diameter area. CZ_0199M.WPD CZMC- 1/26/99 Pg.3 0 - J. Negrin, B. Simkhai, D. Hatchey and R. Miles expressed concern for the existing trees on these two undeveloped lots in terms of how many trees are proposed for removal and how altering the site may adversely affect the remaining trees. - The Commission inquired about the condition of the two undeveloped lots. - Al Ragazzimo stated that there is currently a stock pile of rock that was blasted from the first lot they developed across the street. Mr. Ragazzimo stated that a large portion of the blasted material has been trucked out. They intend to use some of the remaining material for fill and to construct a stone wall. - Mr. Negrin submitted photographs of the lots to the commission that he took the weekend before. - The Commission asked about the stumps on the properties (from the photographs). - Jack Pisco stated that they are planning to remove all debris by April 15, 1999. - The Commission asked how they, J. Pisco and A. Ragazzimo, are proposing to handle the site drainage and the standing water on the lots. - A. Ragazzimo stated that they recognize that there is a problem with the water on this • property and they hope to alleviate it. Although they do not have any plans to date, they • are considering filling the channel with a porous material and piping the water in this area to a series of drywells with an overflow pipe to the storm sewer system. Mr. Ragazzimo added that they are fortunate to have as much space as they do across the two lots to handle the drainage, and they intend to make full use of the available area. - The Commission stated that an overflow to the storm sewer system is not a preferred solution. The storm sewers are already at full capacity and an overflow would only exacerbate the problem. The Commission also stated that any stormwater engineering study that is performed for this site will have to take the adjacent properties into consideration in order to fully understand what is taking place on this (these) site(s). - The Commission reviewed the site plans provided by the applicant, a discussion ensued and the CZMC requested the following from Pisco and Ragazzimo for further review at the next meeting of the CZMC: 1) look at the possibility situating the houses or driveways differently in order to preserve some of the remaining trees, primarily the lot with access to Old White Plains Road (this proposed driveway cuts through one of the major stands of trees on the site) wquimimommmgmawpgwwmum..m•Nsi.i 2) any proposed final grading be performed in a manner that will not adversely affect the remaining trees (grades where trees exist essentially must remain unchanged unless wells or other tree protective measures are used) 3) consider using a material for the driveways, walkways, patios, etc. that is more porous than asphalt and concrete, such as gravel or paving stones CZ_0199M.WPD CZMC- 1/26/99 Pg.4 4) an engineering study for stormwater flow/proposed stormwater detention be performed in accordance with the following: a) the study take into consideration stormwater drainage from the adjoining properties and any resulting effects that the proposed construction may have on them, desirable or adverse, b) the resulting stormwater drainage/retention system be designed without storm sewer overflows and c) the resulting stormwater drainage/retention system be designed using both, • surface and subsurface design measures; more specifically a below ground drywell/infiltration system and a small surface channel, vegetated appropriately, to contain and direct the water on the surface A letter stating the above will be sent to Al Ragazzimo and Jack Pisco of Marbourne Reality. A copy of this letter will also be sent to: Ronald Carpaneto Town of Mamaroneck Director of Building Mark Mustacato Architect for Marbourne Reality Joel Negrin Attorney representing adjoining property owners and resident at 15 Gate House Lane Ralph Miles Resident at 1 Gate House Lane • Ben Simkhai Resident at 3 Gate House Lane David Hatchey Resident at 5 Gate House Lane • 4. Discussion: Proposed Storage Tank and Wastewater Management Workshop - M. Godick stated that Westchester County would teach a one hour session on petroleum bulk storage and he would give a presentation to fill in the maintenance and inspection requirements and also stormwater and wastewater requirements. He stated his primary emphasis would be maintenance and inspection. The purpose of the workshop would be to reach out and educate business owners of the surrounding municipalities. Lexicon Environmental Associates, Inc. would organize the workshop and prepare mailings by searching the state database for tank listings. Lexicon would also provide refreshments for participants. The proposed workshop would take place at the Mamaroneck Town Center and the CZMC would be asked to pay for postage. - A brief discussion ensued and the CZMC agreed that the proposed workshop is a good idea, however the Commission would like to discuss and review the proposal further. The CZMC suggested that M. Godick prepare a concept proposal stating exactly what the workshop • would entail. A subcommittee was formed to review this matter and it will be discussed at the February 23rd meeting of the CZMC. The subcommittee consists of the following people: Nancy Seligson, Marc Godick, William Bailey, Madelaine Berg and James Athey. This proposal will also be submitted to the Town attorney for review. 5. Discussion: Mamaroneck-Larchmont Coastal Assessment Form - W. Bailey stated that he has been in contact with other states and municipalities regarding the Mamaroneck-Larchmont Coastal. Assessment Form and he has been assembling information for discussion. He will distribute this information for discussion at the next meeting of the CZMC. • CZ_0199M.WPD CZMC- 1/26/99 Pg.5 6. Chairpersons' Reports - N. Seligson read a January 22, 1999 letter from the Town of Mamaroneck Planning Board aloud to the Commission regarding 19 Fenbrook Drive. The letter stated that " the Planning Board voted to accept the CZMC's determination, set forth in its December 8, 1998 letter, that the application is inconsistent with certain policies contained in the Town of Mamaroneck-Village of Larchmont Local Waterfront Revitalization Program. Nonetheless, the Planning Board voted to approve the application pursuant to Mamaroneck Town Code § 234-5(A)(2), on the grounds that 1) no reasonable alternatives exist that would permit the construction of the proposed single-family home in a way that would avoid such inconsistencies; and 2) the application as proposed will minimize all adverse effects on the wetlands buffer, the adjacent wetland, and the other natural features that the policies of the LWRP are designed to protect." - N. Seligson stated that Steve Coleman would be present at the next meeting of the CZMC to • present and discuss his proposed wetlands law revision. - N. Seligson stated that the Village of Larchmont is proposing changes to its Zoning Law. She will contact the Village to inform them that the CZMC is interested in commenting on any changes. • 7. Members' Reports - M. Godick stated that Jack's Automotive does not appear to be maintaining their erosion control measures adequately. He will contact Joe Morgan, the Village of Larchmont Building Inspector, regarding this matter. - W. Bailey stated that the house at the corner of Kane and Elm Streets has a pile of construction debris that appears to be contaminating the stormwater runoff from the site. He will contact Joe Morgan regarding this matter. The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 p.m. The next scheduled CZMC meeting will be held on February 23, 1999. • CZ_0199M.WPD CZMC- 1/26/99 Pg.6