Town of Hague Zoning Board of Appeals
December 28, 2006
Members present: Chairman Robert Goetsch, Martin Fitzgerald, Jr., George Ianson, Glen McKee, Lindsay Mydlarz, Bill Pittman
Members absent: none
Also attending: ZEO Catherine Clark, Recording Secretary Nancy Young
Robert Goetsch called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm.
The following additions and corrections were noted to the minutes from 11/30/2006:
Regular meeting
Macionis, (26.6-1-1): Glen McKee (not George Ianson) moved to approve the request.
Hume, (26.6-1-9) After “Because there were no comments or questions concerning the bedroom addition part of the proposal, discussion centered around the proposed deck expansion and its proximity to the lake.”add the following:
Points noted during discussion:
Not sure what alternatives Planning Board had in mind
10 ft. would make a reasonable width for a porch
Different roof construction might be needed if moved in another direction
This is a substantial request, would like to see less infringement of shoreline
Have been firm with setbacks in past, have asked others for redesign, must attempt to be consistent. But this is already at 44 ft.
Property located on peninsula, hardship is placement on a curving shoreline
Consider use, porch vs. walkway
Used LGPC standard for measuring
Statement - only 44 ft to 41 ft
Why make it worse?
What is purpose of shoreline setback? Feels heavy vegetation of property helpful
No large trees to be removed
Why make it worse? Already substantial. Once done can never change
Concern with later using as additional living space
Discussion by several concerning need for storm water plan.
After “There was no second to the motion.” add the following:
More discussion:
Explanation about the bedroom addition is a Planning Board issue, deck a ZBA
41 ft is minimum to allow for function as a porch
If they moved back wall to gain space, would lose bedroom and livingroom space
Building code minimum cited
A motion to accept the amended minutes was offered by Martin Fitzgerald and seconded by Glen McKee.
Vote: 6-0, Carried.
Sheehan, (25.3-1-16) Graphite Mountain Rd. OCI/OCII
Cathy Clark provided the Board with an update. The applicant is requesting a variance for a six foot chain link fence and would like to maintain a one foot setback from the property line. The neighbors, the Girards, have given permission for the fence to remain until the ZBA makes their decision.
The Board reviewed Town Attorney Viscardi’s opinion concerning the request by the ZBA for removal of the fence, (per telephone but recorded by CC in a document dated 12/22/2006). It is Mr. Viscardi’s opinion that at this time the fence can remain.
After reviewing the application, the Board determined it to be complete and scheduled a Public Hearing for 01/25/2007. Motion made by Glen McKee and seconded by Bill Pittman.
Vote: 6-0, Carried
Ms. Clark requested members contact her if they would like to visit the property.
Modification to Section 160-62, Continuation of non-conforming uses or structures
Board members reviewed Town Attorney Viscardi’s suggested wording, by fax dated 12/14/2006. Ms. Clark suggested they consider adding language which would trigger storm water and septic review. In general, members did not feel it necessary. It was felt that only a very few applicants would be affected by any changes; most will be restricted by setback guidelines. There was overall consensus that the language supplied by Mr. Viscardi should be presented to the Planning Board for further action.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 pm on a motion made by Lindsay Mydlarz and seconded by Martin Fitzgerald.
Vote: 6-0, Carried.