PLANNING BOARD
NOVEMBER 5, 2009
TIME: 7:00 PM
Chairman Siwek called for the introduction of the Board: Chairman, EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier, Martin Fitzgerald Sr., Pam Peterson, Bruce Clark, John Brown, Mike Cherubini, ZEO, Cathy Clark and recording secretary, Kim Coffin.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: Chairman, EJ Siwek called the public hearing to order at 7:00pm.
ZEO, Cathy Clark read the following:
COMMONS (26.10-1-37) 31 Commons Way ( TR-1R)
The applicant is requesting a 2 lot subdivision of a 3.48 acre parcel. If approved, lot one would consist of 1.1 acre and lot two would consist of a 2.38 acres. Both lots will have 100 feet of shoreline.
Subdivision: 150-6 Minor subdivision
ZEO, Cathy Clark read three letters that were submitted in regards to the Commons application. The first letter was from the applicant Rev. William Commons. The second letter from Mr. and Mrs. Richard Oliver was read. The last letter was from the Lake George Waterkeeper, Christopher Navitsky.
John Grady, the Surveyor for the Common’s property stated that there is no proposed construction at this time.
ZEO, Cathy Clark stated that she did not see any wet areas on the proposed West property line and the current dock meets regulations of a 20’ sideline setback.
No one spoke against the application.
Bruce Clark made the motion to close the public hearing at 7:15pm. Mike Cherubini 2nd the motion.
Roll call vote: Ayes: EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier, Martin Fitzgerald Sr., Pam Peterson, Bruce Clark, John Brown and Mike Cherubini.
Nays: None
Motion passes: 7-0 vote
CALL MEETING TO ORDER: Chairman, EJ Siwek called the meeting to order at 7:15pm.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MEETING OF: October 1, 2009
Bruce Clark made the motion to approve the minutes from October 1, 2009 with suggested spelling corrections by EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier 2nd the motion.
Roll Call vote:
Ayes: EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier, Martin Fitzgerald Sr., Pam Peterson, Bruce Clark, John Brown and Mike Cherubini
Nays: None
Motion passed: 7-0
SUBDIVISIONS:
ZEO, Cathy Clark read the following:
COMMONS (26.10-1-37) 31 Commons Way ( TR-1R)
The applicant is requesting a 2 lot subdivision of a 3.48 acre parcel. If approved, lot one would consist of 1.1 acre and lot two would consist of a 2.38 acres. Both lots will have 100 feet of shoreline.
Subdivision: 150-6 Minor subdivision
Bruce Clark had prepared the SEQR and reviewed the SEQR with the Planning Board members. Bruce Clark stated that he determined a negative declaration.
John Brown made a motion to accept the SEQR and declared a negative declaration, as prepared by Bruce Clark. Martin Fitzgerald 2nd the motion.
Roll call vote: Ayes: EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier, Martin Fitzgerald Sr., Pam Peterson, Bruce Clark, John Brown and Mike Cherubini.
Nays: None
Motion passes: 7-0 vote
A site visit was held on October 21, 2009.
Pam Peterson stated that the Commons property was a spectacular piece of property and that Mr. Commons is very willing to work with Planning Board regarding his application. Pam had also stated that the shoreline is much eroded and that the property should be attached to Sewer District #2.
Chairman, EJ Siwek stated that the application meets the Town’s density guidelines.
Commons Continues:
Mike Cherubini made a motion to approve the 2 lot subdivision of a 3.48 acre parcel. Lot one would consist of 1.1 acre and lot two would consist of a 2.38 acres. Both lots will have 100 feet of shoreline. Also, each parcel needs to be connected to sewer district #2. John Brown 2nd the motion.
Roll call vote: Ayes: EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier, Martin Fitzgerald Sr., Pam Peterson, Bruce Clark, John Brown and Mike Cherubini.
Nays: None
Motion passes: 7-0 vote
The Planning Board also suggested that the correspondence received from the Oliver’s and the Waterkeeper be forward to Mr. Commons.
REFERRAL TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS:
None
OLD BUSINESS:
ZEO, Cathy Clark read the following:
1. HUME ( 26.6-1-9) 34 Forest Bay Road (TR-1R)
The applicant is requesting a 44 sq. ft kitchen addition and an exterior handicap ramp with landing. The proposed new construction will be 51’ from the MHW of Lake George.
No County impact has been returned.
Zoning issue 160-24 C. (b) new construction within 100’ of the lake.
A site visit was held on October 21, 2009.
Chairman, EJ Siwek stated that the applicant had everything well prepared.
Pam Peterson stated that there will be minimal disturbance to the current surroundings and that buffer line will be preserved. Also, the applicant will be connecting to sewer district #2.
John Brown made a motion approve the application as submitted. Richard Frasier 2nd the motion.
Roll call vote: Ayes: EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier, Martin Fitzgerald Sr., Pam Peterson, Bruce Clark, John Brown and Mike Cherubini.
Nays: None
Motion passes: 7-0 vote
ZEO, Cathy Clark read the following:
2. KILLORIN (60.9-1-37) 36 Bobkat Lane (TR 1)
The applicants would like to replace an existing house which sits 112’ from Lake George with a new single family house which would sit 50” from the lake, if approved. This project will require a LGPC stormwater permit.
No County impact with the stipulation of stormwater and erosion control has been returned.
Zoning issue: 160-23 C (g) new construction within 100’ of the lake.
The Planning Board conducted a site visit on October 21, 2009.
The Planning Board reviewed the letter submitted by the Lake George Waterkeeper, Christopher Navitsky dated November 5, 2009.
In response to the Waterkeeper’s comments ZEO, Cathy Clark stated that on November 5, 2009 the Lake George Park Commission (LGPC) issued a stormwater permit for this application and the site’s perk tests are included on the applicant’s submitted plans. ZEO, Cathy Clark also stated, that since the LGPC has deemed this to be a minor project it would not require a SPDES permit.
Bruce Clark pointed out that the plans fit the neighborhood and setbacks are maintained.
The Board asked the applicant for the propose of the proposed location being closer to the lake. Mrs. Killorin stated that the proposed location of the house to sit 50’ from the lake was due to the topography of the property and the angle of the property lines which become more narrow as they intersect with Bobkat Lane. It was noted that Arcady Bay Association has a 20’ sideline setback requirement.
Pam Peterson was concerned about tree removal on the property as well as stormwater control. Mrs. Peterson suggested that the shoreline buffer should be increased.
Bruce Clark made a motion to approve the applicant’s request with the following conditions. First, that the applicant continues with stormwater plan, secondly, a minimum of ten (10) trees be replanted along the property lines to take place of those that will be removed during the construction period, that the shoreline buffer be increased with native vegetation, and finally, that the information included in the application is correct. Bruce Clark also stated the application fits the Planning Board and Town of Hague’s zoning ordinances. John Brown 2nd the motion.
Roll call vote: Ayes: EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier, Martin Fitzgerald Sr., Pam Peterson, Bruce Clark, John Brown and Mike Cherubini.
Nays: None
Motion passes: 7-0 vote
ZEO, Cathy Clark read the following:
3. SCOTT (60.5-1-23) 69 Pine Cove Road (TR-1)
The applicant would like to construct a 15’ x 28’ deck addition to an existing house. If approved it would sit 89’ from the MHW of Lake George. The owner has just completed a stormwater installation for this site.
No County impact with the stipulation of stormwater and erosion control has been returned.
Zoning issues: 160-23 C(g) new construction within 100’ of the lake.
The Planning Board conducted a site visit on 0ctober 21, 2009.
The Planning Board also reviewed a letter dated November 5, 2009 from the Lake George Waterkeeper, Christopher Navitsky. In his letter, Mr. Navitsky stated that “the applicant should be required to install erosion and sedimentation control measures.”
Richard Frasier made a motion to approve the application with the condition that the applicant adheres to the suggestions in the Lake George Waterkeeper’s letter dated November 5, 2009 in regards to control of erosion during construction of the deck (silt fencing should be installed prior to construction and straw should be spread to stabilize the bare soils) Pam Peterson 2nd the motion.
Roll call vote: Ayes: EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier, Martin Fitzgerald Sr., Pam Peterson, Bruce Clark, John Brown and Mike Cherubini.
Nays: None
Motion passes: 7-0 vote
NEW BUSINESS:
None
OTHER BUSINESS:
The Town Board has asked that a committee of Town, Planning and Zoning Board members be formed to review Zoning Codes modifications. The Planning Board members who agreed to sit on the committee are EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier and Mike Cherubini as an alternate.
Finally, the Planning Board members reviewed a letter from the Department of Health that was sent to the Fire House Restaurant, dated September 25, 2009 regarding the amended permit to operate that stipulates the maximum seating occupancies for the approved dining areas.
Roll call vote: Ayes: EJ Siwek, Richard Frasier, Martin Fitzgerald Sr., Pam Peterson, Bruce Clark, John Brown and Mike Cherubini.
Nays: None
Motion passes: 7-0 vote