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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988_04_26 Coastal Zone Management Commission Minutes • Town of Mamaroneck Village of Larchmont 4 - --= COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION MINUTES A regular meeting of the Coastal Zone Management Commission (CZMC) was held on Tuesday, April 26, 1988, in Conference Room A of the Town Center, 740 West Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York. The meeting commenced at 8:15 P.M. Members Present: Robert S.Schoenberger, Chairman Elinor Fredston Phyllis Wittner Mary Anne Johnson Dr. C. Alan Mason Others Present: Elaine Price, liaison, Town of Mamaroneck Council Cheryl Lewy, liaison, Village of Larchmont Board Anthony Camarella, Camarella Contracting William Atwell, Camarella Contracting Mr. & Mrs. Hory, Hory Chevrolet Thomas F. Keane, Attorney for Hory Chevrolet William Weiss, Hory Chevrolet Jeff Hutchinson, Architect, 209 Hommocks Road J. Watson, Shore Line Pools, 209 Hommocks Road Charles R. Elfreich, P.E. St. Clair Richard, Soundview News Claudia Ng, Enviornmental Coordinator Barbara Cleary, Recording Secretary 7 Bonnie Briar Lane - Freshwater Wetlands & Water Course Application Mr. & Mrs. Swan of 7 Bonnie Briar Lane requested approval to replace an existing deck with a new slightly larger one. William Atwell representing Camarella Contracting explained the proposed plans for the deck and mentioned it was made of wood and would be raised on pilings. Because the property is adjacemt to the West Branch of the Sheldrake River it was sent to the CZMC for review and recommendations. Claudia Ng investigated the site and only found an erosion problem at the top of the bank. The Commission's findings were that it would be consistent with the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program(LWRP) and provided that hay bales be used during construction and ground plantings put in near the riverbank to prevent erosion. It was also agreed that 6 inches of gravel be used under the deck for improved water retention. Hory Chevrolet - Special Permit Application Thomas Keane, attorney for Mr. Hory described a proposal that would enable the car dealer to sell and display new boats at the dealership located on the Address Correspondence to CZM Commission, 740 West Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, NY 10543 (Phone 914-381-6133) • corner of the Boston Post Road and and Weaver Street. Mr. Keane explained all the boats would be brand new, ranging in size from 16 to 25 feet. He said • the boats would be displayed on the property fronting the Boston Post Road and would vary in number but on the average number displayed would be 12. • Alan Mason expressed concern about oil or gas leaks and the possibility that these drippings would get into the storm drains. Ms. Ng • pointed out that the Hory dealership is located in the flood zone and that it drains into East Creek. Dr. Mason also stated he visited the sight and noted • there was no preparation made for oil traps and without them he would be disinclined to approve the proposal. Mr. Hory said that the new boats being • displayed would not contain oil or gas and that any servicing would be done inside the garage which has an oil trapping system. • During the discussion it was revealed that the dealership planned to install an 8 foot barbed wire fence to protect against pilferage and vandalism. Robert Schoenberger warned that scenic quality is a particuliar concern and Elaine Price informed the committee that the Boston Post Road has been identified in the Master Plan for aesthetic rejuvenation and the need to • improve the scenic quality. Dr. Mason requested specific information on the proposed fence and also the kind of lighting that would be installed. • Mr. Schoenberger summarized the project and said that the CZMC will be advising the Zoning Board of Appeals that it is very concerned about adequate • drainage treatment, fencing, lighting and the scenic quality of the proposed project. Dr. Mason will draft the letter for Mr. Schoenberger's review. 209 Houuuocks Road - Building Application • An application for a new pool and terrace addition was made by Gene Pressman of 209 Honmiocks Road. Ms. Ng informed the CZMC that this application is in • the flood zone and fronts onto Larchmont Harbor. Jeff Hutchinson, architect showed his plans and explained the design of • the terrace and pool. He also informed the Commission that he has a letter from the NYS DEC that states the sea wall acts as a boundary and does not • require a DEC Tidal Wetlands permit. Dr. Mason said that storm water retention is irrevelant in this case because the water runs directly into the • Sound. Mr. Hutchinson explained that the water system will be entirely closed --that is the pool water will be filtered and recycled and when there is a • need to empty the pool it would be pumped into a truck and not into the Sound. Mr. Schoenberger suggested shrubbery be planted to soften the look of the new wall that will surround the pool and terrace and Mary Anne Johnson said the plantings should be suitable for salt air. Overall, the Commission found the application consistent with the LWRP and requested Ms. Ng to draft the reply. Beach Road - Subdivision request by Mr. Kluge William Maker Jr, attorney for John Kluge explained the proposal to subdivide Mr. Kluge's property on Beach Road in Premium Point. Mr. Kluge bought the property on October 15, 1985 as two lots. The lots were merged in June of 1986 in order to provide for an addition which would extend towards the second lot. On July 16, 1986 the R-50 zoning went into effect. Now, however, Mr. Kluge has decided against doing the proposed addition and wishes • to sell back the second lot. He is, therefore, requesting that. the property be restored to its original status, but this now requires a variance because • the second lot is only 33,000 square feet. • -2- CZMC MINUTES - 4/26/88 This property lies in the Premium Critical Environmental Area (CEA) and flood zone. Ms. Ng, Mrs. Tolley and Mr. Schoenberger inspected the property and found that flood walls surround the entire property. Mrs. Fredston pointed out that the CZMC was the Commission that promoted R-50 zoning and for that reason feels the Commission should stand behind it. Mrs. Wittner noted that the proposal would be inconsistent with the concept of recent State designation of the Premium Complex as a Significant Coastal Fish and Wildlife Habitat and inconsistent with LWRP policies 7, 7A, 11, 14, 25, and 44. Mr. Maker expressed his opinion that this would not set a precedent and asked the Commission to table this matter until the next meeting so that he could respond to the arguments being presented. The move to table this matter was motioned and affirmed based on Mr. Maker's agreement to wave time constraints. Mr. Schoenberger will convey the status of this application to Joel Negrin, chairman of the Town Zoning Board of Appeals the referring agency. CAC vs CZMC Robert Schoenberger informed the Commission that a joint meeting of the CAC and the CZMC would be held on Thursday, April 28, 1988. The purpose of the meeting was to coordinate mutual concerns and responsibilities and discuss ways in which the commissions can help each other. Robert Schoenberger asked each member be prepared to contribute some ideas and observations in order for the meeting to be constructive. The topics to be discussed will include: (1) duties charged to each commission, (2) areas of overlap, (3) management of the CEAs and (4) professionalism improvement. Winston/Criffen Avenue Property The discussion revealed that the DEC had designated this area as Wetlands, but the Village of Scarsdale was contesting this designation and intends to sell the area to developers. The discussion centered on what position the CZMC should take regarding this property. A letter drafted by Mrs. Tolley concerning this issue had been sent to each member for review. The consensus was that the Town Council should approve CZMC's letter before it is sent out. Mr. Schoenberger said he would send a cover letter to Supervisor Battalia along with a copy of the draft CZMC letter to see if the Town would prefer sending such a letter since it is an intermunicipal affair. Alan Mason informed the Committee that Dolores Battalia made her position clear in Scarsdale. Premium Feasibility Study The findings and recommendation of the Premium Feasibility Study were reported. It was suggested that the findings including the problems, alternatives and costs be presented to the public at a public meeting. The invitees should include the Town and Village Boards, the New Rochelle Planning Dept. , members of the neighborhood association, and elected representatives Joseph Di Givardi, Diane Keane, Ron Tocci and Suzi Oppenheimer. Elaine Price said the Town could accomodate the meeting but suggested the date should be no later than mid-June or be postponed until mid-September. Ms. Ng will arrange a date with Elaine Price and Cheryl Lewy for the public presentation. -3- CZMC MINUTES- 4/26/88 Mr. Schoenberger suggested holding a special private meeting, either on May 12 or 16, with Jack Taylor of Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. , to review findings and proposals, and clarify all information. He also said he would also like to investigate the possibility of Malcolm Pirnie finding a less expensive alternative to the alternatives already provided. The cost of the dredging projects and the alternatives were reviewed and Robert Schoenberger inquired how much of the cost would be absorbed by the state. Elaine Price estimated that only 10% of the costs would be covered. Mrs. Wittner will ask Jack Taylor to provide some funding sources in his report. David's Island • Robert Schoenberger informed the Committee that the Supplemental DEIS were available. He asked for volunteers to assist him in reviewing the four volumes. He will speak on behalf of the CZMC at the May 10 hearing. Elinor Fredston said she planned to make comments at the upcoming hearings and suggested that we engage the services of an expert to assist with technical concerns, such as sewerage treatment and water quality. Ms. Ng said that there was money in the budget to hire a consultant. It was noted that the Town and Village Boards will also be taking a stand against the proposed Davids Island Project. Mr. Schoenberger suggested we try to engage the help of the Long Island towns such as Great Neck, Sea Cliff and Oyster Bay and send them information to make sure they are aware of the proposed project. Cambridge Court Subdivision The CZMC was informed that 6 large trees were taken down by mistake on that property. Ms. Lewy informed that the owner was very sorry and furious to find out about it and advised that the Board of Archtectural Review bears responsibility for monitoring the situation . Mary Anne Johnson said provisions should be made to counterbalance and keep control over occurences like this. Hart Island The letter concerning the proposed Hart Island Development was discussed and the letter was approved by the board without any changes. Minutes for February 23, 1988 The minutes were approved pending the correction of a misquote on page 3. New Business Robert Schoenberger introduced and welcomed Cheryl Lewy the new Village of Larchmont liaison to the Commission. Robert Schoenberger read a letter of resignation as liaison from Geoffrey Young in which he expressed his sincere gratitude to CZMC and advised the Commission that he would still be available to them. Meeting adjourned. -4-