HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021_02_24 Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
HELD REMOTELY Via ZOOM ON FEBRUARY 24, 2021
Present via ZOOM: Arthur Wexler, Chairman, Stephen Marsh, Jonathan Sacks, Irene O'Neill,
Robin Nichinsky, Carol Miller (Alternate)
Absent: Seth Bronheim (Alternate)
Also present via Zoom: Richard Polcari, Building Inspector, Lisa Hochman, Counsel to the
Zoning Board of Appeals, Francine M. Brill, Zoning Board of Appeals Secretary, Abby Katz,
Town Board Liaison
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:19 P.M.
Ms. Hochman stated that tonight's meeting has been convened in accordance with the
Governor's Executive Order 202.1, as extended, which suspends certain provisions of the Open
Meetings Law to allow municipal boards to convene meetings via videoconferencing.
She asked the Zoning Board Secretary to confirm that tonight's meeting had been duly noticed.
Ms. Brill so confirmed.
Ms. Hochman further stated that members of the public received notice on how to view and
participate in tonight's public hearings in accordance with the Governor's Executive Order
202.15, as extended, she stated that this meeting is being broadcast live on LMC-TV (channel 35
on FIOS; channel 76 on Optimum) and online at LMCTV.org., and that a transcript will be
provided at a later date.
Ms. Brill called the roll and the Chair announced that there was a quorum present (via ZOOM).
MINUTES
Motion: To approve the minutes of January 27, 2021 with technical corrections.
Moved by Jonathan Sacks, seconded by Irene O'Neill
Action: Unanimously approved
Vote: Arthur Wexler, Irene O'Neill, Stephen Marsh, Jonathan Sacks, Robin Nichinsky, Carol
Miller (alternate)
Application # 1 - Case No. 3204—Barbara and Michael Richter—88 Briarcliff Road—
Public Hearing
Motion: To open the public hearing
Moved by Arthur Wexler, seconded by Jonathan Sacks
Action: Unanimously Approved
Brian Paddock, Architect, and Brian Richter owner were present via ZOOM.
Mr. Paddock explained the second story addition for a master suite and renovation of the existing
space for a home office. This is a nonconforming house and the addition is not expanding the
footprint only going straight up.
Mr. Paddock shared his screen and explained the interior changes and elevations. The roof will
go above the existing roof line.
The Board discussed the proposal.
Mr. Polcari made an announcement inviting members of the public to comment. He further
stated that there were no additional emails received or virtual hands raised concerning this
matter.
Motion: To close the public hearing
Moved by Arthur Wexler, seconded by Irene O'Neill
Action: Unanimously approved
Motion: To approve the requested variance
Moved by Jonathan Sacks, seconded by Stephen Marsh
Action: Unanimously approved
Application # 2- Case No. 3206—Jonas Littman— 1011 Old White Plains Road—Public
Hearing
Motion: To open the public hearing
Moved by Arthur Wexler, seconded by Irene O'Neill
Action: Unanimously Approved
Jonas Littman and Rebecca Blake the owners were present via ZOOM.
Mr. Littman explained the chosen location is the most cost effective place to install, and less
visible. Neighbors from 1009 and 1007 have written in support of the placement. Mr. Roloff of
1015 Old White Plains Road requested a barrier fence or evergreens be planted to shield his
view.
The Board discussed his request and stated the house is over 200 feet from the proposed location
and therefore they would not make it a condition, it would be at the applicant's choice.
The distance requested was discussed as the applicant is requesting 16 feet but it is not
necessarily corrected therefore an as-built survey would be required. Mr. Polcari stated it would
be beneficial to ask the surveyor to plot the location before it is installed to make sure the 16 feet
is met.
Mr. Polcari made an announcement inviting members of the public to comment. He further
stated that there were no additional emails received or virtual hands raised concerning this
matter.
Motion: To close the public hearing
Moved by Arthur Wexler, seconded by Irene O'Neill
Action: Unanimously approved
Motion: To approve the requested variance
Moved by Jonathan Sacks, seconded by Robin Nichinsky
Action: Unanimously approved
Application # 2- Case No. 3177—Stephanie and Edward McFadden — 15 Mardon Road —
Public Hearing
Motion: To open the public hearing
Moved by Arthur Wexler, seconded by Irene O'Neill
Action: Unanimously Approved
Paige Lewis, Architect, and the McFadden's were present via ZOOM.
Ms. Lewis explained the variance request for a deck on the side yard (rear of the House) on this
lot with two front yards.
Ms. Lewis shared her screen showing elevations and the interior floor plan, explaining why the
deck as proposed is proud of the house.
Mr. Wexler stated that a 36 foot deck is huge, Mr. Sacks asked if the deck could be made smaller
by being brought back in line with the house therefore requesting less of a variance.
Ms. Lewis showed the line as requested and the owners agreed, bring the request from 23.1 to
26.4.
Mr. Polcari made an announcement inviting members of the public to comment. He further
stated that there were no additional emails received or virtual hands raised concerning this
matter.
Motion: To close the public hearing
Moved by Arthur Wexler, seconded by Stephen Marsh
Action: Unanimously approved
Motion: To approve the requested variance
Moved by Stephan Marsh, seconded by Robin Nichinsky
Action: Unanimously approved
MINUTES
Motion: To approve the minutes of January 27, 2021
Moved by Jonathan Sacks, seconded by Robin Nichinsky
Action: Approved
Vote: Arthur Wexler, Jonathan Sacks, Stephen Marsh, Robin Nichinsky, Carol Miller
Abstain: Irene O'Neill
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 P.M.
Minutes prepared by
Francine M. Brill
Zoning Board of Appeals Secretary