HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022_05_16 Board of Architectural Review Minutes BOARD OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
MAY 16, 2022
Present: Edward Jacobson, Chairman, Diane Neff, Diane Blum,Joseph Shein, Ken Ricci
Also Present:Abby Katz
Absent: Susan Healey
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to Order at 7:35PM
MINUTES
The minutes of April 18, and March 21 were discussed
Motion: To approve the minutes of March 21, and April 18 as submitted.
Moved by Joseph Shein, seconded by Ken Ricci
Action: Unanimously approved
1. 615 Fifth Avenue Safeguard Storage facade
No one appeared.
2. 1329 Boston Post Road NY Presbyterian/Columbia Signs
Dan Forest from Dura Architectural Signage addressed the Board for 2 signs on the facade. Mr. Forest
explained that they wish to cover the damaged area where the previous tenants sign was within the bull
nose. The color pallet is muted, subdued and classy.
The matter is to go before the Zoning Board as the 40 inch is nonconforming.
The Board discussed the proposal and expressed their approval of the plan. Mr.Jacobson stated he will
send a letter to the Zoning Board expressing the Boards approval.
Mr. Shein voiced concerns regarding the wall in the rear of the parking lot.
A planting plan was show and discussed; Ms. Katz stated the Traffic Commission felt for pedestrian
safety the trees should be moved closer to the curb.
Mr.Jacobson stated the Board needs a formal planting plan and further questioned whether there will
be lighting in the parking lot. Mr. Forest stated did not know but he would forward the Board concerns.
The matter was adjourned Mr.Jacobson will send the Board approval of the signage to the Zoning
Board.
3. 7 Madison Avenue Company Chop House Fence
Tom Torre the owner of the property addressed the Board. Mr.Torre explained the placement of the
different fences on the property. The white vinyl fence in the front side of the building is necessary for
safety to block the stairs to the basement. The white vinyl in the rear surrounds the kitchen entrance.
The chain link fence is to enclose the dumpster. The wood fence is along the side between the
neighbors parking lot.
The Board discussed the fences and stated the 3 different type of fences was unfortunate, but they were
installed years ago by a previous tenant and there have been no complaints.
Motion:To approve the fences as submitted
Moved by Joseph Shein, seconded by Diane Blum
Action: Approved
Vote: Yes: Edward Jacobson,Joseph Shein, Diane Blum, Ken Ricci
No: Diane Neff
OLD BUSINESS
Mr.Jacobson asked Ms. Katz about the Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Katz stated they are gathering
information about what the residents and Boards would like to see for the future of the Town.
The entrance to the Town off Interstate 90 was discussed. Ms. Katz stated that there is a proposal to
install a round-about there to enhance the entrance into the Town.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 PM.
Prepared by
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Francine M. Brill
Board of Architectural Review Secretary