Town of Hague Planning Board

June 1, 2006

 

 

Members present: Chairman David Swanson

                        Rolly Allen, John Brown, Tim Costello, Peter Foster, Pam Peterson, Katy Wells

 

Members absent: none

 

Also in attendance: Catherine Clark, ZEO

                        Nancy Young, Recording Secretary

 

David Swanson called the meeting to order at 7:02 pm.

 

The minutes from the May 4, 2006 meeting were approved as written.  Motion made by John Brown and seconded by Rolly Allen.

Vote: Carried, 7-0

 

Wilson, (25.1-1-17 & 25.1-1-18) Graphite Mt. Rd. and Summit Dr., OC1

“Lake Woods at Hague Realty Subdivision”

Conceptual approval of the 10 lot subdivision was granted on 1/06/2005. The Town has received a new Subdivision Plat, Development Plan, and Storm-water Plan. The Wastewater Layouts, Road Profile and Erosion Control Plan have also been submitted by Jarrett-Martin Engineers and are contained in the file.

 

As part of the SEQR process, the application will be circulated to other agencies (DEC, Warren County DPW, LGPC, and the APA). The Lead agency has yet to be determined, according to Cathy Clark. The Board discussed the pros and cons of acting as Lead Agency. It was suggested they review information about the SEQR process before deciding.

 

Bob Holmes from Jarrett-Martin addressed the Board and reviewed the proposal.

Access for seven of the lots will be from a new, gravel road. The developer will request it become a dedicated, town road. Two, possibly three lots will access from Rt. 8. Permits to DEC and Warren County for curb cuts will be sought.

The storm-water report, prepared for the SPDS permit, accommodates the LGPC and DEC regulations.

A 200 ft. buffer zone on either side of a stream has been set aside as a deed restricted, no development zone, approximately 21.3 acres.

Once the final subdivision plan is approved, any deviation would require a homeowner return to the Planning Board for review, according to Mr. Holmes.

           

Discussion ensued about the development potential for lot #10, approximately 77 acres. Mr. Wilson addressed the group and explained he would be willing to limit the number of potential lots, possibly to 3. In addition, he would consider adding a buffer area to the NE corner of lot #10.

Mr. Wilson suggested he is willing to deed restrict the percentage of tree cutting on each lot of the subdivision.  He will get back to the Planning Board with a proposal.

 

Tim Costello moved to grant preliminary approval for the subdivision. Peter Foster seconded. The motion is conditional upon responses to the suggestions discussed, and the completion of   the SEQR process by the other agencies. 

Vote: Carried, 7-0

 

Referral to the Zoning Board of Appeals:

Berger, (12.18-1-17) Lakeshore Dr. TR1

The applicant wishes to remove a portion of an existing deck/walkway on the northern property line which encroaches on the neighboring property. They would like to build a new staircase, with a top landing on the lake side of their lot, parallel to the existing deck. They are also seeking retroactive approval for a portion of the pre-existing deck. New construction will be within 50 ft. of the lake, requiring a variance.

Cathy Clark explained the applicant has revised the original plan based on suggestions from the Board. All agreed the new plan is better, making the lot less non-conforming.

 

Rolly Allen moved to recommend the ZBA approve the revised plans dated 5/25/2005. Pam Peterson seconded the motion.

Vote: Carried, 7-0

 

Puckette, (42.12-1-18) Lakeshore Dr. TR1

The applicant, under the advisement of the Boards has moved their addition to the center of the existing house. New plans call for a 180 sq. ft. addition to the west side of the structure. A variance for sideline setback is no longer needed. However, 42 sq. feet of the proposed addition is within 50 feet of the shoreline, requiring Site Plan Review. The ZBA approved a variance for the shoreline setback requirement at the 5/25/2006 meeting.

 

Peter Foster moved to approve the revised application. John Brown seconded.

Vote: carried, 7-0

 

Ginn- DeLarm, (43.5-1-3) Graphite Mt. Rd. Hamlet

The Hague Firehouse

The applicants would like to modify an approved Site Plan Review, dated  4/19/2004. They would like to pour a concrete pad to the rear of the structure to create a walkway/patio.

 

The original approval with regard to activity in the rear of the building was reviewed.

Approval was based on “no activity in the back of the building”.

 

A new Site Visit to the property at 6:45 pm on 6/01/2006 was attended by all members.

 

Information concerning storm-water containment was submitted with the application.

 

The ZEO made note that the application was not complete.

 

Safety issues were discussed, including the need for a sturdy railing and an emergency exit off the walkway/patio. A gated stairway was suggested as a means to limit the traffic flow while providing an additional exit in case of emergency.

 

Planning Board members discussed with the applicants concerns around noise. There was much discussion, but no decision, about how to address possible problems.

 

Peter Foster made a motion to approve the modification to Ginn-DeLarm,  The Hague Firehouse, with the condition that if noise is a problem, the applicants will return to the Planning Board with a proposed solution.

Katy Wells seconded the motion.

Vote: Carried, 7-0

 

Bauer, (60.5-1-18) Pine Cove Rd. TR1

The applicant wishes to add a second story to an existing house and build a new 22x22 ft. garage.  Construction will be within 100 ft of the lake. Plans call for more than a 25% increase in living space.

 

A Site Visit was scheduled for 6/07/2006 at 9:00am. Mr. Bauer, who was in attendance,  gave permission.

 

Members noted the septic may need an upgrade pending the outcome of the new town sewer system.

 

Luberto, (2-1-29) New Hague Rd. OC1

Mr. Luberto would like to construct an addition to his residence. The house is in a remote location and is very small, 723 sq. ft. with a dry well, and compost toilet according to Cathy Clark. She has contacted the APA to determine if Site Review is needed for the more than 25% increase in living space. 

 

Van Voorhis, (42.12-1-25) Lakeshore Dr. TR1

The applicant would like to build a 7530 sq. ft. addition to an existing residence. Construction will fall within the shoreline setback for the brook and is more than a 25% increase in living space.

 

Contractor, George Farinick reviewed the proposal with the Board.

            Construction will be 25 ft. from the brook.

            The house is located 110 ft. from the lake.

            Lot coverage will go from 7.1% to 25.2%.

            The house will have 10 bathrooms and 1 kitchen. Town sewer is available.

            Measures will be taken to preserve the trees near the construction site.

 

Members agreed the impact to the neighborhood will be significant. They will make a Site Visit on May 7th after the Bauer visit. The property has been staked, according to Mr. Farinick.

 

Krueger, (12-1-4)New Hague Rd. OC1

Mr. Krueger is applying for after-the-fact approval for a camp addition. Construction includes 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen remodel, resulting in a 25% increase in living

 

Cathy Clark reported the following:

She has visited the site and determined a new septic system is necessary because of the increase in the number of bedrooms. The homeowner has contacted Adirondack Waste to replace the system.

There are two pre-existing cabins located on the property. A permit was previously sought for a bathroom addition to one, which included an upgrade of the septic system. 

            No permits were requested for this, the second cabin.

            A Certificate of Compliance will not be issued until the septic is complete.

 

A Site Visit will be made.

 

Adjournment

A motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:04 pm was heard from John Brown and seconded by Katy Wells.

Vote: carried, 7-0