HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021_11_10 Planning Board Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
HELD IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
NOVEMBER 10, 2021
Present: Elizabeth Cooney, Vice Chair, Edmund Papazian, Ira Block, John Cuddy
Absent: Ralph Engel, Chairman, Ron Mandel (alternate), Sarah Dunn (alternate)
Also Present: Robert Wasp, Town Engineer, Lisa Hochman, Counsel to Planning Board,
Elizabeth Aitchison, Town Environmental Planner, Anthony Oliveri, Town Consulting Engineer
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:33 P.M.
MINUTES
The minutes of October 13, 2021 were discussed and corrections proposed
Motion: To approve the minutes of October 13, 2021, as modified.
Moved by Edmund Papazian, seconded by Ira Block
Action: Unanimously approved
1. 57 Glenn Road - JAF Builders Corp - Residential Site Plan - Public Hearing
(continued)
Steve Anderson, the applicant's engineer, addressed the Board and stated that they made changes
to the plan based on comments received from staff. Specifically, the proposed wall has been
eliminated and a curtain drain was added on the other side to maintain the water flow and
calculations were done for the 100-year storm.
Mr. Oliveri stated that he believes this improves the previous plan but he has not completed his
review.
Mr. Anderson stated that he shared the plan with Hudson Engineering, the neighbor's
engineering consultant.
Board members discussed drainage and flood storage.
Public Comments:
Ovidio Baccallo, of 110 N. Chatsworth, stated his concern that any type of elevation in grade of
the new property will negatively impact his property.
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Mr. Anderson responded that he discussed this issue with Mr. Stein, of Hudson Engineering, and
believes that the curtain drain will address this issue. He added that currently there are no drains
or Cultecs on the property.
Mr. Stein stated that removing the wall is good but adding soil could increase flooding onto his
client's property. He further stated that he has not completed his review.
Mr. Stein asked for the plans to show existing conditions as compared to proposed conditions
and Mr. Anderson responded he will provide as requested.
The public hearing remains open and the matter was adjourned to next month.
2. Bonnie Briar Country Club—808 Weaver Street-Wetlands and Watercourses, Site
Plan Amendment- Public Hearing (continued)
Ms. Cooney stated that this matter will not be heard tonight because the applicant's submission
was not timely received.
Ms. Aitchison stated that based upon what she reviewed, she will be able to prepare a draft
determination of significance for the December meeting.
Ms. Hochman stated that she could prepare draft resolutions to facilitate discussion and further
stated that such drafts do not commit the Board to any course of action.
The public hearing remains open.
3. 7 Daymon Terrace- Elaine McCrimmon & Paul Grey- Residential Site Plan -
Consideration
Rick Yestadt, the applicant's architect, addressed the Board to explain plans for a substantial
reconstruction.
He showed the distances to the school and neighboring structures.
Street elevations were shown and the height of the proposed house was discussed. Mr. Yestadt
explained the hip roof plan, which was chosen to reduce the roof volume.
Mr. Yestadt explained proposed landscaping.
Rock removal was discussed. Mr. Yestadt stated that no rock removal is anticipated because
there will not be a new foundation as they plan to pin to the rock. However, Mr. Stein from
Hudson Engineering, the applicant's engineer, stated that there will be some rock removal for the
stormwater system. Mr. Oliveri asked Mr. Yestadt to estimate the amount of cubic feet to be
removed.
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Parking was discussed. Mr. Yestadt explained that the existing one car garage is being removed
and replaced with a two-car garage.
The Board discussed the impact of construction on school drop off and pick up. Mr. Wasp asked
if all construction vehicles could be contained on the property and Mr. Yestadt stated yes.
Mr. Block asked about a sun study and Mr. Yestadt responded that he does not anticipate that it
would be necessary because the lot is very large and the proposed work will be about 70 feet
from the nearest neighbor on Senate Place.
Ms. Hochman stated that if the Board thinks the application is ready, they could set a public
hearing for next month and refer the matter to the Coastal Zone Management Committee
(CZMC).
Motion: To set a public hearing for Thursday December 9.
Moved by Ira Block, seconded by John Cuddy
Action: Unanimously approved
The matter was referred to CZMC and Ms. Aitchison stated that the applicant will be required to
apply for a tree permit, which is a separate application process.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mr. Cuddy provided an update on the swimming pool memo sent to the Town Board on behalf of
the Planning Board. Mr. Cuddy stated that the Town Attorney, Bill Maker, concluded that the
Town Code needs to be amended to conform to NYS law, which is a significant endeavor. Mr.
Cuddy further stated that Mr. Maker did not disagree with the Planning Board's
recommendations. Mr. Hochman thanked Mr. Cuddy for his leadership.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 P.M.
The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday December 9, 2021 at the Senior Center.
Minutes prepared by
Francine M. Brill
Planning Board Secretary
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