1 25 8 https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/85439c2a814eddb4244f3af989157058.pdf f14c58ca4df7b7ffd8cad0e5f937165d PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING - APPROVED January 28, 2009 The meeting was called to order by Ana Maria McGinnis, Acting Chair at 8:02pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: Ana Maria McGinnis, Acting Chairman Pat Piereson Sandra Tripp David Pysh, Chairman Absent: Carter Sackman Also Present: Sean McCarthy (Village Building Department) Announcements: None Agenda: 1) Carlos Siguenza 260 North Washington Street 2) Acacio Riberio 56 Howard Street 3) Rock of Salvation Church 131 Cortlandt Ave 4) Ching Li Kin 24 Anderson Avenue 5) Ricardo Rodriguez 97 Cortlandt St 6) National RE/sources 11 River Street 7) Minutes New siding New fence New sign Addition & alteration Exterior security doors Proposed Riverfront Develop. 1) Carlos Siguenza New siding - 260 North Washington Street This is a continuation from previous meetings. Carlos Siguenza is the owner and is representing this application. Carlos Siguenza submitted photos of his house. He stated that he wants to replace the siding. He stated that he wants to keep the existing fascia board and paint it. He also stated that he will keep the existing front door. Sandra Tripp asked if the applicant was going to install siding on all 4 sides of the house. Carlos Siguenza responded yes. The Acting Chair stated that some of the exterior wood is rotted. Sean McCarthy responded that the rotted wood would have to be replaced before it is covered with the siding. �It was agreed that the existing rotted wood window trim would be replaced with a 3-1/2” vinyl casing trim. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Pat Piereson made a motion to approve the application as submitted with the following conditions: 1) 4-1/2” dutch lap vinyl siding. 2) The existing trim, fascia and brackets will remain. 3) The windows and doors will have vinyl casings. 4) The foundation will be painted the same color as the siding. 5) Fire escapes will be painted white to match the trim. Ana Maria McGinnis seconded. It was approved (3-0). The Chair abstained. 2) Acacio Riberio 56 Howard Street New fence - This is a continuation from previous meetings. Acacio Riberio is the owner and is representing this application. Acacio Riberio stated that he wants to install a new fence on his property. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Pat Piereson made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Ana Maria McGinnis seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 3) Rock of Salvation Church 131 Cortlandt Ave New sign - Donald Estan is representing this application. The Chair asked if the mailings were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Donald Estan stated that the church wants to install a wood carved sign. He stated that this type of sign is used in other areas of the Village. Pat Piereson asked if the size of the sign meets the Village code. Sean McCarthy responded yes. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 28, 2009 2 �The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Ana Maria McGinnis made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 4) Ching Li Kin 24 Anderson Avenue Addition & alteration Ching Li Kim is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the mailings were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Ching Li Kim stated that there is an existing greenhouse that is leaking. He stated that he wants to re-do the roof and exterior on the greenhouse. He stated that the finishes would match the main house. Pat Piereson asked if there were any existing pictures. Ching Li Kim responded no. The Chair asked if the house was on the corner. Ching Li Kim responded no. Ana Maria McGinnis asked about the garage. Ching Li Kim responded that the garage is in the front of the property. Ana Maria McGinnis asked about the existing windows. Ching Li Kim responded that they are casement windows. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Ana Maria McGinnis made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 5) Ricardo Rodriguez 97 Cortlandt St Exterior security doors Ricardo Rodriguez is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the mailings were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 28, 2009 3 �Ricardo Rodriguez gave an overview of the proposed installation. He stated that one security door was installed without a permit. He stated that he wants to install 2 doors in total. Pat Piereson asked if these types of doors were installed in another area of the Village. Ricardo Rodriguez responded that there are other businesses that have this same door. Pat Piereson stated that she has never seen these doors in the Village before. Sean McCarthy responded that there are some pre-existing security doors of this type in the Village already. Ana Maria McGinnis stated that she is opposed to these types of doors. She stated that this sends the wrong message in the Village. She stated that the applicant needs to provide proof of other businesses that have a similar type of security door. Pat Piereson stated that it looks bad in the community. She stated that a security system would be a better alternative. Ricardo Rodriguez stated that the neighbors have been notified about this application. He stated that photos of the doors were mailed with the notice. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair stated that the grating slats should be perforated. This was adjourned to the next meeting so the applicant can investigate some alternatives. 6) Minutes The minutes for the October and November 2008 meetings were reviewed. Ana Maria McGinnis made a motion to approve the November minutes as submitted. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). The minutes for the October meeting will be reviewed at the next meeting. 7) National RE/sources 11 River Street Proposed Riverfront Develop. There was nobody present to represent this application. There was an open discussion on this application. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 28, 2009 4 �This was adjourned to the next meeting. Adjourned at 9:05 p.m. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 28, 2009 5 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource MINS_ARB_2009-01-28 Subject The topic of the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2009 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Village of Sleepy Hollow All Rights Reserved. Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/a84ecc4f35e88a03f6329b0d62fa9154.pdf bff2d2e75c49bf11e7758678ee9f3ac3 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING -APPROVED February 25, 2009 The meeting was called to order by Ana Maria McGinnis, Acting Chair at 8:06pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: Ana Maria McGinnis Pat Piereson Sandra Tripp Absent: David Pysh, Chairman Carter Sackman Also Present: Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Sean McCarthy (Village Building Department) Announcements: None Agenda: 1) Harney 4 Highland Ave New fence 2) Ricardo Rodriguez 3) Sleepy Hollow Housing Assoc 4) Grotto Holding Corp 5) Minutes 97 Cortlandt Street 100 College Ave 300 North Broadway Exterior Security Doors Exterior Alterations amended application 1) Harney 4 Highland Ave New fence - This is a continuation from the previous meeting. Tom Harney is the owner and is representing this application. Tom Harney gave a summary of the application to date. He stated that the fence will be a 3-foot tall split-rail fence that will run on the side yard of the property. He stated that the property will be landscaped with additional trees. He stated that the proposed fence is acceptable under the Village code. He stated that the fence will run along the side yard and will end 20-feet from the street. The Chair stated that the property was recently cleared of its vegetation. Tom Harney responded that the property was overgrown with diseased vegetation. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the following conditions: 1) 30-inch tall split rail fence with 2 rails. When it meets the end (10-feet from the property line) is will turn and will taper down to 1-foot. 2) Within the corner, boxwoods, hydrangeas, etc will be installed. 3) Present a landscape plan for the space between the 2 homes. Landscaping to be installed on the applicants property. �4) The fence will be unpainted so that it can weather naturally Bill Hammer (10 Highland Ave) stated that this application has lasted for 5 months. He reviewed the Village’s ARB guidelines regarding natural features of the surrounding areas. He stated that the lot was cleared without notice. He stated that “no trespassing” signs were illegally installed and reluctantly taken down. He stated that the trees near the applicants’ home were not removed. He stated that other neighbors have proposed a landscaped solution but the applicant still wants to install a wood fence. He stated that the installation of this fence will devalue his property and the adjacent properties. He stated that the proposed fence will run over his existing fence. Leslie Hammer (10 Highland Ave) stated that the fence will be visible from her home. She stated that the landscape plan will only screen the fence from the applicants’ property. Tom Finn (49 Highland Ave ) stated that the split-rail fence is inappropriate for that area. He stated that there are no other fences on Highland Ave. He stated that the fence would impact the character of the neighborhood. He stated that the applicant wants to delineate his property line from the adjacent neighbors (The Hammers). He stated that the applicant has refused to incorporate any feedback from the Board regarding fence styles. There was an open discussion on fences in the Manor. The Chair asked if there is a split-rail fence in the Manor. Janet Gunderman (138 Millard Ave) responded that there is one house in Philipse Manor that has a split-rail fence. Kathy Deuel (474 Bellwood Ave) stated that the applicant should talk to the neighbors about the fence. She stated that no neighbors have appeared in favor of the fence. Brian Slavin (40 Bedford Road) stated that there was an incident between the two neighbors that needs to be stated. He stated that the Hammers installed their fence on the applicants’ property. He stated that there was a claim of adverse possession on the applicants’ property. He stated that the applicant has proposed to restore the landscaping on the property. Jim McGoff (12 Highland Ave) asked about the purpose of this new fence. The Chair responded that the code does not permit a denial based on the purpose or proposed use of the fence. She stated that there are many fences installed in the Manor. She stated that the Board needs to rule on the fence itself and not its purpose. She stated that the vegetation should have been better maintained. She stated that the proposed handdrawn landscape plan is not clear. She suggested that a landscape plan be prepared by a professional. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, February 25, 2009 2 �Norm Parton (5 Millard Ave) stated that the applicant has appeared at multiple meetings with the same style of fence. The Chair responded that the style of fence will be further discussed. Sandra Tripp made a motion to close the public hearing. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). Pat Piereson stated that the fence is dissimilar to anything in the Manor. She stated that the applicant has the right to demark his property. She stated that the issue is difficult to resolve. The Chair stated that the split-rail fence is not appropriate for the neighborhood. She stated that the Hammers existing fence should be extended further outward. Tom Harney responded that the existing fence is on his property. Sandra Tripp stated that the property boundary issue is separate from the fence style. The Chair stated that a professional landscape plan should be created and submitted to the Village. Pat Piereson stated that she is not ready to vote on the application as presented. She stated that are very few split-rail fences in the area. She asked the applicant if the property grade changes from the neighbors. Tom Harney responded yes. He stated that he would install another fence if the Board does not like the style of the split-rail. He stated that the purpose of the fence is to mark his property line. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the following conditions: 1) Black aluminum to match the neighbor’s fence. The fence to continue from where neighbor’s fence ends. 2) A professional landscape plan Pat Piereson asked if the neighbor (Bill Hammer) finds this acceptable. Bill Hammer responded no. He stated that the fence is installed for his dog. He stated that the fence is visually offensive. He stated that a landscaping plan would soften the impact. Pat Piereson asked if there is another style of fence that is acceptable to all parties. The Chair asked the Hammers about an acceptable style. Leslie Hammer responded that the fence should be 1-foot tall because the height is offensive. The Chair asked again. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, February 25, 2009 3 �Bill Hammer responded that the extension of the fence makes more sense. He stated that the landscaping plan is critical. He stated that the landscaping needs to be installed when the fence is installed. The Chair reiterated the conditions of her motion. They were to approve the application with the following conditions: 1) Black aluminum to match the neighbor’s fence. The fence to continue from where neighbor’s fence ends. 2) A professional landscape plan Tom Harney stated that he would not accept the proposed fence. Sandra Tripp responded that she wants to see the landscape plan to understand the entire application. Tom Harney asked what the landscape plan has to do with the fence. The Chair responded that the landscape plan needs to be presented to the Board to understand how it will impact the neighborhood. Sandra Tripp stated that the landscape plan needs to be understood on how it will soften the visual impacts of the proposed fence. Sean McCarthy asked the Board to recommend some plantings to the applicant. The Chair responded that it is difficult to recommend. Sean McCarthy stated that any approve landscaping must be maintained in perpetuity along with the fence. Pat Piereson stated that there are 2 options. 1) The first option would be to continue the existing fence. 2) The second option would be to lower the split-rail fence to 30-inches and let it weather naturally. She stated that the 30-inch would only have 2 rails. Tom Harney responded that he would be satisfied with the solution. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the following conditions: 1) 30-inch tall split rail fence with 2 rails. When it meets the end (10-feet from the property line) is will turn and will taper down to 1-foot. 2) Within the corner, boxwoods, hydrangeas, etc will be installed. 3) Present a landscape plan for the space between the 2 homes. Landscaping to be installed on the applicants property. 4) The fence will be unpainted so that it can weather naturally The Chair stated that the property boundary issue should be resolved so that a double fence is not created. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, February 25, 2009 4 �Sean McCarthy stated that the landscape plan needs to be enforced. He stated that it would be easier to approve a fence with some landscaping recommendations. The Chair revised the motion to eliminate the requirement to have a landscaping plan as part of the motion. Sandra Tripp seconded. The motion failed by a 2-1 vote (Piereson). The Chair asked about the type of plantings that are proposed. Tom Harney responded that white pines would be planted. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the following conditions: 1) 30-inch tall split rail fence with 2 rails. When it meets the end (10-feet from the property line) is will turn and will taper down to 1-foot. 2) Within the corner, boxwoods, hydrangeas, etc will be installed. 3) A planting scheme in front of the fence of 10 trees and 10 shrubs. Shrubs should be deer resistant. 4) The fence will be unpainted so that it can weather naturally. Sandra Tripp seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 2) Ricardo Rodriguez 97 Cortlandt Street Exterior Security Doors – There was nobody present for this application. It was adjourned to the next meeting. 3) Sleepy Hollow Housing Assoc 100 College Ave Exterior Alterations - Luis Rivera is the project architect and is representing this application along with Nandinee Phookan. Nandinee Phookan stated that the application will widen the entrance. She stated that a glass canopy is also proposed to make the entry brighter. Luis Rivera stated that the owners want to control the entryway into the building. The improvements would give a central point of entry. He stated that the perimeter lighting fixtures will be replaced with a new fixture that will match the parking lot fixtures. Sandra Tripp asked about the railing. She asked about ADA requirements. Luis Rivera responded that the handicap ramp is in the rear of the building. He stated that it is being altered to comply with ADA regulations. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, February 25, 2009 5 �Nandinee Phookan stated that the signage will also be changed. It will be painted aluminum. Sandra Tripp asked if there is an existing sign. Luis Rivera responded no. Mark Beida (SH Housing Associates) stated that the sign requires that the management company’s name and number be on the sign. He also stated that the sign must indicate fair housing. There was an open discussion on reducing the height of the sign. Mark Beida responded that the sign is on the grass area and not on the sidewalk. The Chair opened the public hearing Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Pat Piereson made a motion to approve the application as submitted with the exception of the sign. The sign should be presented at the next meeting. Sandra Tripp seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 4) Grotto Holding Corp 300 North Broadway amended application- David Barbuti is the project architect and is representing this application. David Barbuti gave an overview of the revisions to the approved application. He stated that the cultured stone to match the existing stone. He stated that the applicant would install brick instead. He stated that the applicant wants to make some additional exterior improvements to make the structure look better. David Barbuti presented exterior materials to the Board. It was agreed that a formal application would be submitted. 5) Minutes The minutes for the October 2008 and January 2009 meetings would be reviewed at the next meeting. Adjourned at 10:05 p.m. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, February 25, 2009 6 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource MINS_ARB_2009-02-25 Subject The topic of the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2009 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Village of Sleepy Hollow All Rights Reserved. Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/6445539efcb6e74c03b257a6dbd0bb9b.pdf 7373b9240e5f8825f768b884de0d3580 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING - APPROVED March 25, 2009 The meeting was called to order by David Pysh, Chairman at 8:06pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: David Pysh, Chairman Carter Sackman Sandra Tripp Absent: Ana Maria McGinnis Pat Piereson Also Present: Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Sean McCarthy (Village Building Department) Announcements: The Chair stated that since there are only 3 members, a unanimous vote is required. Agenda: 1) Ricardo Rodriguez 2) Grotto Holding Corp 3) Stephen Maceyak 4) Minutes 97 Cortlandt Street 300 North Broadway 226 Beekman Avenue Exerior Security Doors – Amended applicationProposed additions & alterations - 1) Ricardo Rodriguez 97 Cortlandt Street Exterior Security Doors – There was nobody present for this application. This was adjourned to the next meeting. 2) Grotto Holding Corp 300 North Broadway Amended application- David Barbuti is the project architect and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the proof of notice to the public was received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. David Barbuti gave an overview of the revisions to the approved application. He stated that the stone in the front was sand-blasted. He stated that the previously approved cultured stone will be changed to brick because the stone cannot be matched. He also stated that the original peak was a large hip roof. He stated that the constructability is very difficult. He stated that it will be changed to a towering look. �Carter Sackman asked about the lintels on the garage doors. David Barbuti responded that the material would be stucco. The Chair asked if the brick could be installed over the cultured stone. David Barbuti responded that the material would be installed over the property line. There was an open discussion on the use of brick, stone and siding on the exterior. David Barbuti presented exterior materials to the Board. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Sandy Tripp stated that she needed to see the property to better understand the application. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve the motion as submitted except to extend the brick around to the west elevation. The applicant will refrain from installing the base brick on the south and west elevations. The applicant will install a mock sample on the west elevation where the brick is proposed. The Chair seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). It was agreed that there will be a site visit this Saturday to see the mock-up. 3) Stephen Maceyak 226 Beekman Avenue Proposed additions & alterations - Stephen Maceyak is the owner and is representing this application along with project architect, Jon Turnquist. The Chair asked if the proof of notice to the public was received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Jon Turnquist stated that the restaurant theme will change. He stated that the front windows will be replaced. He stated that the existing exterior is stucco. Stephen Maceyak stated that the exterior materials selected will match Ichabod’s Landing. He stated that the windows will also match. He stated that he has owned the building for 30 years. He stated that he wants to make it a family restaurant. He stated that a handicap bathroom is also proposed. Sandy Tripp asked if the applicant had any samples. Stephen Maceyak presented a stone sample to the Board. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there was no public present, the Chair closed the public hearing. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, March 25, 2009 2 �Carter Sackman stated that the windows will be a good improvement. He asked about the roof materials Stephen Maceyak responded a slate shingle. Stephen Macayak stated that a wrought iron railing will be used in the front entrance. He stated that the steps would be changed from wood to blue-stone. Stephen Maceyak stated that he will return for a sign. Sean McCarthy asked where a sign would be installed. Stephen Maceyak responded that a possible sign off of the building on a bracket. He stated that he wants to keep the building clean. The Chair made a motion to approve the application as submitted with the following exceptions: 1) stair entrance on Beekman Ave will be 5-feet along the façade (not 4-feet). A wrought iron railing will also be added. 2) new windows on 1st floor will have head and sill details to match upper floor. 3) new roof over the first level entrance (south elevation) will have a gable on the south edge. Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 4) Minutes The minutes for the October 2008, January and February 2009 meetings would be reviewed at the next meeting. Adjourned at 8:51 p.m. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, March 25, 2009 3 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource MINS_ARB_2009-03-25 Subject The topic of the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2009 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Village of Sleepy Hollow All Rights Reserved. Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/b51cef9deb9d02769e7f51c4ee9417ea.pdf 9c0a1fba5e041994ff364db70d745200 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING - APPROVED April 22, 2009 The meeting was called to order by David Pysh, Chairman at 8:04pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: David Pysh, Chairman Ana Maria McGinnis Pat Piereson Absent: Carter Sackman Sandra Tripp Also Present: Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Sean McCarthy (Village Building Department) Announcements: The Chair stated that since there are only 3 members, a unanimous vote is required. Agenda: 1) Board reorganization 2) Ricardo Rodriguez 97 Cortlandt Street 3) Grotto Holding Corp 300 North Broadway 4) Carlos J. Duluc 95 Beekman Avenue 5) Roger Smith 85 Merlin Ave 6) Planned Comm. Living 1 Evergreen Way 7) Minutes 8) Other Exerior Security Doors Amended application Awning recover and window lettering New portico, siding Amended approval 1) Board reorganization There was an open discussion on meeting attendance. It was agreed that the Chair would contact Carter Sackman regarding a commitment to the Board otherwise the Board would recommend to the Village Trustees that he be replaced. The decision of electing a Chairman was deferred to a full Board is present. 2) Ricardo Rodriguez 97 Cortlandt Street This is a continuation from previous meetings. Nobody was present to represent this application. Exterior Security Doors – �Sean McCarthy stated that the applicant installed the doors without approval and was issued a stop work order. He has not appeared before the Board. The Chair made a motion to deny the application based on the fact that the applicant has not appeared before the Board for the last 2 meetings and that the installed security doors are not in keeping with the character of the neighborhood. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 3) Grotto Holding Corp 300 North Broadway Amended application- This is a continuation from previous meetings. David Barbuti is the project architect and is representing this application. Davis Barbuti stated that the siding cannot be extended to the brick. He stated that if the brick were to be used, the wall would need to be packed-out and the brick would go over the property line by about ½“ if it were to be installed. He stated that the stone wall would be re-pointed and kept. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 4) Carlos J Ducic 95 Beekman Avenue Awning recover and window lettering - Carlos J Ducic is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Carlos Ducic stated that the previous dentist office suffered fire damage. He stated that the new awning is almost identical to the previous awning. He submitted renderings from his awning contractor. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there was no public present, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the following condition: 1) depiction of the tooth be limited to a size of 14” in any dimension. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, April 22, 2009 2 �Ana Maria McGinnis seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 5) Roger Smith 85 Merlin Ave New portico, siding, front door & railing- Ty Carsto stated that the rounded portico is proposed. He stated that many houses in the neighborhood have a similar entryway. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. There was an open discussion on the accuracy of the drawing since the roof is not accurately shown. Ty Carsto gave an overview of the proposed project. He stated that the front door will be replaced with a wood door. He stated that the entire exterior of the house will be replaced from vinyl siding to a hardy board plank. He stated that the new portico will be added. Pat Piereson asked about seeing material samples. It was agreed that the submitted drawing would be marked up and the contractor will be responsible for complying with the changes. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there was no public present, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair made a motion to approve with the following conditions: 1) cement clapboard siding will be installed on the exterior and not the cedar shakes as the drawings indicate. 2) trim materials as defined in drawings 3) pediment above door be trim and painted to match siding. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 6) Planned Community Living 1 Evergreen Way Amended approval - Sean McCarthy is representing this application on behalf of the applicant since the applicants representative is in Albany, NY. Sean McCarthy stated that the applicant ran out of brick and started installing stone in the front of the residence. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, April 22, 2009 3 �The Board agreed that the installed solution is aesthetically unacceptable. The Board agreed that the applicant needs to provide a better solution. Pat Piereson made a motion to deny the application based on the fact that the applicant needs to install brick instead of the installed stone material. The Chair seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 7) Minutes The minutes for the October 2008 were reviewed. The Chair made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). The minutes for January, February and March will be approved at the next meeting. 8) Other a) Anderson application – The Chair stated that the Anderson wall application should be discussed. He stated that the applicant was supposed to present information about the existing wall before installing the new wall. Sean McCarthy responded that the test pit performed in the field showed that the existing lower wall was not sufficient to properly support the required load. There was an open discussion on the installation of the wall and installed materials. The minutes reflected that the railing and landscape plan are still outstanding. b) Harney application – There was an open discussion on the Harney application and the approved fence style. There was an open discussion on establishing guidelines for some future application (fences, signs, etc). Sean McCarthy responded that the Village Trustees would need to act on any guidelines that the Board would seek to utilize. c) Bill Hammer’s letter – Bill Hammer stated that the fence should still be denied. He stated that the neighborhood is opposed to the split-rail fence. He stated that there are other alternatives. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, April 22, 2009 4 �The Chair stated that the application has been approved. Bill Hammer responded that the Board has recinded approvals in the past. Sean McCarthy stated that if the approved application was misrepresented, the application could be re-evaluated. The Board stated that the public needs to present information to the Board regarding any misrepresentations of an approved application. d) ARB Guidelines – Sean McCarthy distributed the ARBs guidelines to the Board. It was agreed that the Board would review the guidelines. Adjourned at 9:42 p.m. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, April 22, 2009 5 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource MINS_ARB_2009-04-22 Subject The topic of the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2009 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Village of Sleepy Hollow All Rights Reserved. Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/50abf0b63c128fa1000ac097256bc871.pdf 624ecf0008a9a0f679f4dbc65c9c2c1a PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING -APPROVED June 24, 2009 The meeting was called to order by David Pysh, Chairman at 8:10pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: David Pysh, Chairman Ana Maria McGinnis Pat Piereson Sandra Tripp Absent: Carter Sackman Also Present: Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Sean McCarthy (Village Building Department) Agenda: 1) Allendorf 2) Other 3) Minutes for May 2009 226 Hunter Avenue Rear Addition - Announcements: None. 1) Allendorf 226 Hunter Avenue Rear Addition - Frank Tangredi is the project architect and is representing this application along with owner Barbara Allendorf. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Frank Tangredi described the proposal. It contained a rear addition, enclose side porch to create a mudroom, architecture to match existing Dutch colonial house, bevel cedar siding, Anderson double hung and casement windows (400 series) with full divided lite mullions with spacer bars. He also stated that the roof shingles will match the existing (Timberline Architectural). Ana Maria McGinnis asked if there are any zoning variances required. Sean McCarthy responded that the proposal complies with all zoning regulations. Frank Tangredi handed out photographs of the existing house and reviewed the floor plans. Pat Piereson asked about the square footage of the house. Frank Tangredi referred to the floor plans and stated that the total area was 3,289 square feet. He also stated that the addition was less than 50% of the existing house. �The Chair made a motion to open the hearing for public comments. Pat Piereson seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). Pat Piereson stated that the design was modest and in keeping with the style of the house. Sandra Tripp stated that she was concerned with the scale of the house. She also stated that the side porch was a transitional space between the exterior and interior. She disliked seeing the porch enclosed. Barbara Allendorf (owner) responded that the porch is on the driveway side and faces the neighbors; and that the plan was to improve the view from the neighbor’s side. Frank Tangredi stated that the porch space is restricted and not really used effectively and the client needs the space for a mudroom. The Chair suggested that they consider keeping the porch columns and infilling the space between with windows, keeping the existing features. Frank Tangredi responded that they considered keeping the columns but could not incorporate them into the plan. He also stated that the foundation was being replaced and didn’t think the columns could be reused. The Chair made a motion to approve the application as submitted. It was approved by a 30 vote (Sandra Tripp abstained). 2) Other There was an open discussion about Carter Sackman and his attendance at meetings. The Chair made a motion to request the Village Architect to advise the Mayor to find a replacement for Carter Sackman. Sandra Tripp seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 3) Minutes of the May 2009 meeting The minutes of the May 27, 2009 will be reviewed at the next meeting. Adjourned at 8:40 p.m. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, June 24, 2009 2 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource MINS_ARB_2009-06-24 Subject The topic of the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2009 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Village of Sleepy Hollow All Rights Reserved. Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/f82a3b275700f2d09b7dae173bd2bcbc.pdf e01f03d865153adc105069c292b98105 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING -APPROVED July 22, 2009 The meeting was called to order by David Pysh, Chairman at 8:22pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: David Pysh, Chairman Carter Sackman Sandra Tripp Absent: Ana Maria McGinnis Pat Piereson Also Present: Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Sean McCarthy (Village Building Department) Announcements: None. Agenda: 1) Marco Pineda 2) Christine Garcia 3) Ruth Pani 4) Edison Duma 5) CFF Realty 6) Scuderia CG, LLC 7) Juan Soria 8) Rosa Illescos 9) Phelps Memorial Hospital 10) Minutes May and June 2009 493 North Broadway 10 Gory Brook Road 115 Cortlandt Street 67 Pocantico Street 361 North Broadway 9 Kendall Avenue 110 Beekman Avenue 38 Beekman Avenue 701 North Broadway New fence Front porch addition New sign New siding, fence New sign New Fence New awning New sign New sign 1) Marco Pineda 493 North Broadway New fence - Marco Pineda is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Marco Pineda stated that a new 6-foot fence is being replaced. He stated that the existing fence is wood and the new fence is vinyl. He stated that the existing fence is on Route 9 so a 6-foot fence is permitted. He stated that the fence will be installed in the exact location. He also stated that the fence is about 36 linear feet. The Chair asked if the fence location is in the front yard. �Sean McCarthy responded yes. He stated that since the property is located on Route 9, the Village permits front yard fences. Carter Sackman asked if the proposed color is white. Marco Pineda responded that the color is off-white. The Chair asked if the adjacent neighbors have fences. Marco Pineda responded that his adjacent neighbor has a 6-foot fence on Route 9. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Carter Sackman asked about the material selection of the neighbors fence. Marco Pineda responded that the fence is a natural wood color. Carter Sackman stated that he might have some concerns about a white fence on Route 9. Marco Pineda responded that the color is off-white. Sandra Tripp asked if the finish will reflect car headlights at night. Marco Pineda responded that the finish is matte so the reflections should be minimized. Carter Sackman stated that other fences on Route 9 in Irvington are a more pleasant look. Marco Pineda offered another style of fence. Carter Sackman stated that if the white fence was not a large block, he would not have a problem with it. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the following conditions: 1) style of fence is changed to B3707 or B3706 2) matte finish 3) color will be the same as proposed Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 2) Christine Garcia 10 Gory Brook Road Front porch addition Ruben Garcia is the owner and is representing this application along with project architect, Joanne Tall. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, July 22, 2009 2 �Ruben Garcia stated that the plans have one change. He stated that the ZBA approval included the removal of the side staircase. He stated that the plans do not reflect this change. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair asked if the neighbors were notified. Ruben Garcia responded yes. The Chair asked if all the requested variances were granted. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Carter Sackman asked about the proposed stone. Joanne Tall submitted photos of the proposed stone to the Board. Carter Sackman asked if the existing siding is wood. Joanne Tall responded that it is painted wood. The Chair asked if the Board had any questions. There were none. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve the application as submitted with the proposed stone to be similar to the cut sheet submitted. The Chair seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 3) Ruth Pani 115 Cortlandt Street New sign Ruth Pani is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Sean McCarthy stated that the proposed sign is wall mount aluminum pan sign. Sandra Tripp asked about the distance from the porch to the door. Manny Pani responded 6-feet. Sandra Tripp asked about the lighting. Manny Pani responded that there are 4 lights on the porch. The Chair asked if there are other aluminum pan signs in the area. Sean McCarthy responded yes. The Chair opened the public hearing. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, July 22, 2009 3 �Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Sean McCarthy stated that the Board would need to give a variance since the aluminum pan sign is not permitted. Carter Sackman asked if the applicant is a tenant in the building. Manny Pani responded yes. Carter Sackman asked if the sign could be extended to the front of the porch. He stated that the sign could be brought to the front and hung by chains. He also stated that a painted wood sign would work best for this application. Sandra Tripp stated that the sign will have the same appearance and would give better visibility. Carter Sackman asked about the building use. Sean McCarthy responded that the building is a mixed use building. He stated that there are residences upstairs and a commercial lower level. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the following amendments: 1) The proposed sign is changed from an aluminum pan to a 3-dimensional carved wood or foam sign. 2) The sign will be mounted at the plan of the porch columns 3) 1” spacing around pocket sides 4) 16’ tall to replace 24” tall and with proper clearance below 5) Graphics to remain the same 6) Graphics can be painted on sign instead of carved into sign Sandra Tripp seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 4) Edison Duma 67 Pocantico Street New siding, fence Edison and Blanca Duma are the owners and are representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Blanca Duma stated that she wants to replace the existing wood fence with a chain link fence. She also stated that she wants to install new vinyl siding on the house. The Chair stated that the Board very rarely approves a chain link fence. Edison Duma responded that all of the neighbors have chain link fences and they are the only ones with wood. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, July 22, 2009 4 �The Chair asked about the vinyl siding. Blanca Duma responded that the existing wood siding will be removed from one side and replaced with vinyl. She stated that the other sides will have the siding installed over the existing exterior. Sandra Tripp stated that there are other types of metal fences that can be used instead of a chain link fence. Carter Sackman asked about the trim and exterior details. Blanca Duma responded that the trim would be white. This item was adjourned until later in the meeting so that the applicant can provide trim details. 5) CFF Realty 361 North Broadway New sign There was nobody present for this application. 6) Scuderia CG, LLC 9 Kendall Avenue New Fence - Javier Morgan is the project architect and is representing this application along with Jason Munch. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Javier Morgan stated that the application will install a vinyl fence around the property as well as stripping for the parking lot. Sandra Tripp asked about the distance from the adjacent neighbors chain link fence. Jason Munch responded that the neighbor has stated that they are removing the fence since it is in disrepair. Carter Sackman asked about the exact color of the fence. Jason Munch responded that the fence color is the same gray color in the fence cut sheet that was submitted to the Board. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Carter Sackman asked about the gate. Jason Munch responded that the gate will become the adjacent property owners gate. He stated that when the neighbor removes the existing chain link fence, the gate will be installed and will belong to the neighbor. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, July 22, 2009 5 �Carter Sackman stated that the Board cannot approve something on another property owners property. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve the application as submitted with the exception of removing the return gate on adjacent property located at 11 Kendall Ave. The Chair seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 7) Juan Soria 110 Beekman Avenue New awning Juan Soria is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Juan Soria stated that the application is for a new awning for his new computer store. The Chair stated that the drawing does not indicate the height of the sign. He stated that the awning is 4-feet tall. There was an open discussion on the height of the awning. The Board determined that the awning will be installed 5” below the 1st floor windows. Sandra Tripp stated that the awning should be similar to the other awnings. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the following amendments: 1) Top edge of the awning will be lowered to be in line with the bottom edge of the masonry at the top of the corner column. 2) Vertical height of the awning will be adjusted to provide 7’-6” clearance from the sidewalk. 3) Horizontal dimension of the awning provide an equal gap from the edge of the window to the edge of the door. Sandra Tripp seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 8) Rosa Illescos 38 Beekman Avenue New sign Rosa Illescos is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, July 22, 2009 6 �Sean McCarthy responded yes. Rosa Illescos stated that she wants to get approval for a sign. She submitted renderings for the Board. Sean McCarthy stated that the sign is aluminum. The Chair stated that the Board should develop sign guidelines to help the public better understand what the Board is looking for. Sean McCarthy stated that there is only one sign on the building currently. The Chair asked about the dimensions of the sign. Rosa Illescos responded that the sign is 10-feet long by 16-inches high. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair made a motion to approve as submitted with the following 1) reduced the vertical dimension as necessary to fit within the vertical band 2) salon and day spa lettering will be reduced 3) remove phone number 4) coloring approved in exhibit B 5) The Chair also stated that the sign is a very shallow metal sheet sign since it is a minor adjustment to the Ordinance. He recommended that a variance be granted as part of the motion. Sandra Tripp seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 9) Phelps Memorial Hospital 701 North Broadway New sign Bruce Davidow is representing this application The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Bruce Davidow stated that the Medical Center is proposing to replace some of the signs at the medical center. He provided renderings for the Board. The Chair asked about the sign lighting. Bruce Davidow responded that the lighting will be lit with green LED lighting. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, July 22, 2009 7 �Carter Sackman stated that signs over 5-feet tall are not permitted. Sean McCarthy responded that the sign is 18-feet long. Carter Sackman stated that the sign is a wall. He stated that he does not like the proposed sign. He stated that he would have liked to see the entire island developed with landscaping and improvements. The Chair stated that the 3 courses of brick should surround the sign. Carter Sackman stated that the hospital has done so much work to improve the medical center, they should make an effort to improve the entire island. Bruce Davidow responded that the medical center staff has spent 6 months developing the sign proposal. Carter Sackman stated that a landscape architect or an artist can develop a plan for the entire island. There was an open discussion on the possibility of relocating the utility pole from the middle of the island. The Chair recommended that this item be adjourned to the next meeting. He stated that there are many ways to accomplish the medical centers goals. This was adjourned to the next meeting. CONTINUED 4) Edison Duma 67 Pocantico Street New siding, fence Blanca Duma sent Sean McCarthy an email of the details from her contractor. Sean McCarthy read the comments aloud for the Board. Carter Sackman asked the applicant when they want to start this work. Blanca Duma responded ASAP. Sandra Tripp stated that there is not enough information provided to approve the application this evening. She stated that more detail information is needed. There was an open discussion on the details presented to the Board. The Board agreed that more information is needed regarding soffits, trim and associated details. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, July 22, 2009 8 �The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there was no public present, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair asked about the fence. Blanca Duma responded that the fence will be aluminum. The Chair made a motion to approve as submitted with the following 1) Residing with vinyl such that all of the existing wood detailing are preserved to the same dimensions or greater with aluminum details. Details to include window trim, door trim, corner boards and soffits. 2) Eliminate the proposed chain link fence and replace with fence provided via photo in exhibit B Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 10) Minutes The minutes for the May 2009 meeting will be reviewed at the next meeting. The minutes for the June 2009 meeting will be reviewed at the next meeting. Adjourned at 10:24 p.m. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, July 22, 2009 9 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource MINS_ARB_2009-07-22 Subject The topic of the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2009 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Village of Sleepy Hollow All Rights Reserved. Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/6cac5f2b9a1cf867bd7af4119641f24f.pdf b246440d2ac7019097f79943def907c1 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING -APPROVED September 23, 2009 The meeting was called to order by Ana Maria McGinnis, Acting Chair at 8:13pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: Ana Maria McGinnis, Acting Chair Pat Piereson Sandra Tripp Absent: David Pysh, Chairman Carter Sackman Also Present: Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Sean McCarthy (Village Building Department) Announcements: None. Agenda: 1) Anderson 2) Phelps Memorial Hospital 3) CFF Realty 4) Stephen Maceyak 5) John Vlacancich 6) Mahopac National Bank 7) Minutes May and June 2009 275 Millard Avenue 701 North Broadway 361 North Broadway 22 Beekman Avenue 67 College Avenue 49 Beekman Avenue Retaining wall fence and landscaping New sign New sign New sign Front porch addition New handicap ramp 1) Ken Anderson 275 Millard Avenue Retaining wall fence landscaping- This is a continuation from previous meetings. Ken Anderson is the owner and is representing this application. Ken Anderson provided a copy of the minutes to the Board to discuss the specifics of his approval. Pat Piereson stated that the application was conditionally approved. Ken Anderson asked what he could do to resolve this matter. He stated that he had written letters to the Board on this matter. The Chair stated that the Board has not received any correspondences from the applicant. Sean McCarthy read the minutes from the September 2008 meeting. The applicant was required to re-appear before the Board for approval for the landscaping plan and railing. �Ken Anderson stated that he has re-installed the same railing that was previously installed. Pat Piereson stated that the application should be adjourned. She stated that the applicant has had 3 months to appear before the Board. Sean McCarthy stated that the Board should review the application and not the actions of the applicant. Pat Piereson stated that the applicant has chosen to not comply with the Boards request to appear. Sean McCarthy responded that the Board should review the architectural merits of the application. He stated that the applicants that do not comply with the Village building code will be subject to fines and penalties. Pat Piereson stated that the applicant has not communicated with the Board for 3 months. Ken Anderson responded that he communicated with the Building Department. He stated that the landscape plan was submitted to the Village several months ago. The Chair made a motion to approve the landscaping plan and railing as installed. Ken Anderson stated that the wall cost $100,000. He also stated that a new wrought iron fence would cost $25,000. He stated that he was able to save that money by using the existing fence. He stated that the previously proposed galvanized fence was not used. Sandra Tripp seconded the motion. Sean McCarthy stated that the fence is only relocated 3.5 feet outward. He presented the Board with the as-built survey. Sean McCarthy noted that a phone message from the applicant was received indicating that the same fence was going to be used. 2) Phelps Memorial Hospital 701 North Broadway New sign - Gary Pisano is a Vice President at Phelps Hospital. He is representing this application. Gary Pisano stated that the Medical Center is looking to change the main sign for the complex. The Chair asked if the size of the sign had changed since the last meeting. Gary Pisano responded no. Gary Pisano stated that the sign can be modified to have a sloped edge to minimize snow accumulation. Pat Piereson asked if the sign on the site is a mock-up. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, September 23, 2009 2 �Gary Pisano responded that it is the actual sign without the brickwork. Sean McCarthy responded that the sign will be 17-feet long and 11-½ -feet high. The Chair asked if the applicant knows the dimension of the 3 signs together. Gary Pisano responded 12-feet. Pat Piereson asked about the existing sign. Gary Pisano responded that the sign is 14 years old and the medical center receives many complaints about the sign. The minutes from the previous meeting were read aloud. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the public hearing was closed. Gary Pisano stated that the telephone pole relocation would cost the medical center about $50,000 to relocate. He stated that the pole is owned by Con Edison. Sean McCarthy responded that the pole on either side of the island would need to be upgraded. Gary Pisano stated that the medical center has retained a landscape architect to present the landscaping plan. The landscape plan was presented to the Board. The plan showed a detailed layout of island. Pat Piereson asked about the project costs. Gary Pisano responded that the expected cost of the sign is $40,000. He did not have a cost for the landscaping. Pat Piereson asked if the hospital is required to have a sign indicating emergency services. Gary Pisano responded that 99% of all medical centers have emergency services. He stated that all subsequent signs after the main sign indicate emergency services. Pat Piereson asked if the emergency services could be added to the sign. Sandra Tripp wanted to make sure that the utility pole would not have any additional hospital signs added after the new sign is installed. Sean McCarthy stated that the Village Code permits directory signs to be 75sf. He stated that this should be used as a reference. Pat Piereson asked if the existing sign has the property address. Gary Pisano responded yes. The Board unanimously agreed that the scale of the sign should be reduced. There was an open discussion on the sign. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, September 23, 2009 3 �Sandra Tripp recommended that the sign be reduced by 1/3. Sean McCarthy stated that a variance would still be required. He stated that by reducing the sign by 1/3 would produce a 9’x14’. Pat Piereson stated that the applicant should consider adding “emergency services” onto the sign. The applicant would make the revisions to the rendering and return. This was adjourned to the next meeting. 3) CFF Realty 361 North Broadway New sign - Frank Sicaro is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. The Chair asked if this is a new business. Frank Sicaro responded no. He stated that this is the same business. The Chair asked about the number if signs that are permitted. Sean McCarthy responded that one primary and one secondary sign are permitted. The Chair stated that there are 3 signs on the building already. She stated that this would be the 4th and 5th signs. She stated that the Board did not approve the 3rd sign. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Sandra Tripp stated that the house sign and the Walsh sign should be removed. Sean McCarthy asked if the sign on the side of the building should be removed. There was an open discussion on the number of existing signs and what signs can be removed. It was agreed that the house sign and the Walsh screens signs will be removed. The Chair made a motion to approve the application with the following amendments: 1) Approve 2 additional signs stating “come visit our custom kitchen and bath showroom”. 2) One sign to be relocated. The relocated sign will be centered horizontally on the house sign above. This relocated sign will replace the Walsh sign. Sandra Tripp seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, September 23, 2009 4 �4) Stephen Maceyak 22 Beekman Avenue New sign - Chris Maceyak is representing this application on behalf of his father. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Chris Maceyak spoke about the history of the property. He stated that they are proposing a hanging sign as part of their improvements. The Chair asked for more information on the hanging sign. Chris Maceyak responded that the sign is approximately 12-feet off the ground. The Chair asked if the sign is double sided. Chris Maceyak responded yes. There was an open discussion on illuminating the sign. It was agreed that the applicant will return with the specific details on illuminating the sign. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair made a motion to approve the sign as submitted. Sandra Tripp seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 5) John Vlacancich 67 College Avenue Front porch addition - John Vlacancich Jr. is presenting this application along with his father. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. John Vlacancich Jr. stated that the application will replace the gutters on the porch roof. He stated that the existing gutters are old wood gutters and need to be replaced. He stated that any rotten wood would be replaced as required. The new gutters would be aluminum. The Chair asked if the applicant would be matching the existing roof above. John Vlacancich Jr. responded yes. Sandra Tripp asked if the gutters in photo #13 will resemble what the applicant is proposing. John Vlacancich Jr. responded yes. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, September 23, 2009 5 �The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Sandra Tripp seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). 6) Mahopac National Bank 49 Beekman Avenue New handicap ramp - Glen Fernandez is the project architect and is representing this application on behalf of the owners. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Glen Fernandez stated that the ATM area will be modified to accommodate the new ramp. He stated that the ramp is 3-foot wide and 18-feet long. Sandra Tripp asked if this will encroach onto the sidewalk. Sean McCarthy responded yes. He stated that the Village will be evaluating an agreement with the bank to permit the ramp. He stated that the Trustees are evaluating design comments from the Board. Sandra Tripp stated that the railing should be more stylish in keeping with the building. She stated that the proposed railing is very simple. Sandra Tripp stated that the entire flat platform should capture the entire wood frame assembly. The steps should be outside of the frame. The ramp should start outside of the flat wood assembly. The Board agreed that the applicant should return with the revised improvements for the railing, the specification of the proposed materials and a planting plan. This was adjourned to the next meeting. 7) Minutes The minutes for the May 2009 meeting were reviewed. Pat Piereson made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. The Chair seconded. It was unanimous (3-0). The minutes for the June and July 2009 meeting will be reviewed at the next meeting. Adjourned at 9:52 p.m. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, September 23, 2009 6 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource MINS_ARB_2009-09-23 Subject The topic of the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2009 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Village of Sleepy Hollow All Rights Reserved. Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/7934d577d4c271456b4f1cb22d1347f3.pdf 8db3e5faf9d471ec2f9b17b7320ed0c1 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING -APPROVED October 28, 2009 The meeting was called to order by David Pysh, Chairman at 8:05pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: David Pysh, Chairman Ana Maria McGinnis Pat Piereson Carter Sackman Absent: Sandra Tripp Also Present: Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Sean McCarthy (Village Building Department) Announcements: None. Agenda: 1) Phelps Memorial Hospital 701 North Broadway 2) Mahopac National Bank 49 Beekman Avenue 3) Clayton 91 New Broadway 4) Sean McGuigan 36 Fremont Road 5) Minutes June, July and September 2009 New sign Accessible Ramp New fence Addition and Alterations 1) Phelps Memorial Hospital New Sign - 701 North Broadway This is a continuation from previous meetings. Kerry Pisano is a Vice President at Phelps Hospital. He is representing this application along with planner, Donna Maiello. Kerry Pisano stated that the Medical Center has revised the proposed sign to reflect many of the Boards comments. He reviewed the changes for the record. The changes included reducing the size of the sign and adding “Emergency Room” to the sign. Donna Maiello presented the landscape plan to the Board. Carter Sackman asked about the material for the cap. Kerry Pisano responded that he did not know. Carter Sackman asked about the slope in front of the sign. �Kerry Pisano responded that the graphics are making it appear sloped. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the public hearing was closed. The Chair asked if there is any concern about light pollution. Kerry Pisano responded that the existing sign is back-lit and there are no issues. The Chair stated that the revised plan is a big improvement from the previous versions. The Chair made a motion to approve the application as submitted with the condition that the cornice and base piece consist of pre-cast concrete or stone. Ana Maria McGinnis seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 2) Mahopac National Bank 49 Beekman Avenue Accessible ramo - This is a continuation from the previous meeting. Robinson Morel is representing this application on behalf of the bank. Robinson Morel provided a new sketch showing the proposed revisions. He stated that the proposed changes will allow a handicapped accessible entrance. Pat Piereson stated that the comments from the Board’s last meeting suggested that the proposed ramp be modified to be symmetrical with the entrance. Sean McCarthy stated that since the proposed changes encroach onto Village property, approval is needed from the Village Trustees. He stated that the minimum sidewalk distance must be maintained. He stated that a survey will be submitted prior to getting a building permit. The Chair stated that all the dimensions should be noted on the submitted plans so that the Board can better understand the impacts. He stated that the front railing should not be installed on this building. Pat Piereson stated that there is another entrance on N. Washington Street. Robinson Morel stated that there are 2 steps at the side entrance. He also stated that there is not sufficient distance to install the ramp. He stated that the side door is planned to be removed. The Chair asked if the interior of the bank was being renovated. Robinson Morel responded yes. He stated that the same design professionals are designing the interior renovations. Carter Sackman stated that a chair lift could be installed to accomplish the same goals. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 28, 2009 2 �The Chair made a motion to continue this application to the next meeting. He stated that the applicant needs to evaluate options and return with the results. Sean McCarthy suggested that the entrance door be lowered to grade and install a chair lift in the lobby. Carter Sackman stated that he would not be in favor of a ramp in the front entrance. The Chair stated that the applicant should evaluate all options. This was adjourned to the next meeting. 3) Matt & Christine Clayton 91 New Broadway New fence - Matt Clayton is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Matt Clayton stated that the proposed application will install a fence to protect their small children. He stated that the existing fence is an old chain link fence. He stated that the chain link fence will also be replaced. He stated that he is concerned with the safety of his children. Matt Clayton reviewed the location of the 3-foot, 4-foot and 5-foot fence sections. Ana Maria McGinnis asked if a variance is needed. Sean McCarthy stated that the owners are replacing an existing fence so it is permitted. The Chair stated that he was concerned with pressure-treated posts. Sean McCarthy stated that the contractor is proposing white cedar posts. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. There was an open discussion on the type of wood to be used for the fence. Pat Piereson made a motion to approve the application as submitted with the recommendation to stain the fence white. Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 28, 2009 3 �4) Sean McGuigan 36 Fremont Rd Addition and alteration - Michael Piccirillo is the project architect and is presenting this application on behalf of the applicant. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Michael Piccirillo stated that the proposed changes include realigning the roof to create a more symmetrical roof. He stated that the portico is also being altered to center it to the house. He stated that the roof alteration will include a cupola to provide some natural light to the upstairs hallway. There was an open discussion on the windows. Michael Piccirillo stated that the bow window was relocated to align the window with the roofline. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since was no public present, the Chair closed the public hearing. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve the application as submitted. The Chair seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 5) Minutes The minutes for the June 2009 meeting were reviewed. The Chair made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). The minutes for the July 2009 meeting were reviewed. The Chair made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (3-0 Pat Piereson abstained). The minutes for the September 2009 meeting will be reviewed at the next meeting. Adjourned at 9:12 p.m. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 28, 2009 4 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. 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