https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/d027c97f77209cd29825c4e079e2a720.pdf 823d9c386cda8ba8ed0087ae4ac442e7 PDF Text Text REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 22nd, 1997 A regular meeting of the Sleepy Hollow Architectural Review Board was held on Wednesday, October 22nd, 1997 at 8:00 P.M. in the Village Hall, 28 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York. PRESENT: ABSENT: James Nazemetz, Chairman Louis Falasca Robert Barstow Sean McCarthy Rosaria Piomelli Barbara Fina Elvira Aloia ALSO PRESENT: Janet Gandalfo, Attorney James Margotta, Building Inspector Chairman Nazemetz called the meeting to order at 8:00 P.M. 1. Attilio Praino, 35 Hudson Terrace-Continued. Mr. McCarthy excused himself from participating as he represents the Praino family. Mr. McCarthy presented additional photos and information regarding the severely damaged residence and stated that the Praino family would like to rebuild and move back into the house that was damaged by fire some five months ago. Mr. McCarthy stated that they would like to build an additional apartment for their daughter who would be getting married next Spring. Mr. McCarthy stated that the house was built in 1989 and due to the fire they would like to add an additional kitchen and bath. Mr. McCarthy stated that the addition meets all Zoning and Village codes. Mr.Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. Nazemetz to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. Mr. James Volpe, 27 Hudson Terrace stated that he was concerned about the windows to be installed as they sit on their terrace and windows are facing his bedroom, and invades his privacy. Mr. Andre Barron, 30 Hudson Terrace stated that the new, addition would be blocking the sunlight into his house and block his view to the river. Mr. Barron stated he had no objection to the house being repaired and restored to its previous state. Mr. McCarthy stated that Mr. Barron's view to the river is not unobstructed even without the Praino house. Mrs. Diana McCarthy stated that her parents house does not obstruct the view but a big tree does and feels that the house as planned would be helpful. Mr. Barron felt that the Prainos, should have discussed the new addition with their neighbors prior to their planning to increase the size of the house and see what impact it would have on their neighbors. Cindy Praino stated she is geeting married next Spring and it is her intention to live in her parent's house and help with the financing that it is going to take to rebuild the fire damaged structure. �-2There being no further comments, Mr. Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. Barstow that the meeting be closed for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed and Mr. Barstow moved, seconded by Mr. Nazemetz to approve the plans as submitted. Mr. Falasca abstained and Mr. Nazemetz declared the motion carried. 2. James Garvey, 85 Merlin Avenue-Window Alteration. Mr. McCarthy excused himself from participation Architect for the project. as he is the Mr. McCarthy presented photos of existing house at the corner of Bellwood and Merlin Avenue and stated that the window would be on the side of the house facing Bellwood Avenue and the purpose of the new window was to allow for more light in a room to be used as a computer room. He stated that the glass would be insulated and would be a double hung window. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. Falasca to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. Mr. Lawrence Lenihan, 457 Bellwood Avenue stated he objection to the alterations. had no Discussion fol lowed regarding the matching of the aluminum siding and Mr. Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. Barstow to approve the plans as submitted. Carried. 3. Lawrence and Marion Lenihan, 457 Bellwood Avenue-Addition-First Floor. Sandra Eckhaus, Architect presented proof of mailings to the Clerk. Ms. Eckhaus presented plans of proposed addition and stated it would be a ground floor extension with a second floor over the garage. She stated the extension would enlarge the kitchen and would add a bedroom to the second floor over the existing garage. Ms. Eckhaus stated that all windows would match existing windows and some materials would be reused. Ms. Eckhaus stated they had appeared before the Zoning Board and had received approval. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. Mr. James Garvey, 85 Merlin Avenue stated he is a neighbor and he does not oppose the addition. Mr. Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. Barstow to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed regarding color of house and the use of a checklist. Mr. Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy that the plans be approved as submitted. Carried. �-34. Frank Benuscak, 17 L awrence Avenue-Enclose existing porch and add new porch. Mr. Steve Marchesa, Architect presented photos of existing house and outlined the proposed project. Mr. Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. Barstow to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. There being no public comments, Mr. Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. Barstow to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed regarding type of materials to be used. Mr. Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. Barstow to approve the plans as submitted. Carried. 5. Antonio Pinto Carvalho, 28b No. Washington Street-Continuation. Mr. Carvalho presented revised plans for the Board to review. Mr. Barstow moved, seconded by Mr. Falasca to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. There being no comments. Mr. Barstow moved, seconded by Mr. Falasca to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed regarding type and color of stucco and height of fence. Mr. Barstow moved, seconded by Mr. Falasca that the plans be approved as submitted with the substitution of raised stucco areas with red brick and front fence should have a total maximum height of no more than three feet, as per Zoning regulations. Carried. 6. Triano-Corner of College Avenue & Cortlandt Street-Continuation. Ron Turnquist, Architect presented pictures of building before reconstruction and pictures as it now exists. Mr. Turnquist stated that plans were approved on May 28, 1997 and work has been proceeding and he has returned for approved of several changes in the plans namely awnings, outside lighting and asks the Board to approve the various changes. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. There being no public comments Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Mr. Barstow stated that the Board is setting a dangerous precedent in allowing changes to be made to plans after they are approved and after changes are made the applicant comes before the Board and requests approval. shutters members Discussion followed regarding continuous awnings, costs of doors, and colors of awnings and shutters, date of approval of original plans. Mr. McCarthy stated the matter should be postponed in order for absent to review the revised plans. �-4After discussion Mr. Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to approve the revised plans as requested, with revised elevations. Mr. Nazemetz polled the Board as follows: Mr. MR. Mr. Mr. 7. McCarthy - yes Falasca - yes Barstow - no Nazemetz did not vote. L & R 300 Realty Corp. 314 No. Broadway - Fence. Mr. Nazemetz stated that this matter will be postponed until a later date. 8. Awnings Program. Mr. Turnquist presented information regarding the Awnings Program which is to be completed by December 15, 1997. MINUTES Mr. Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. Barstow that the minutes of the meeting held on September 24th, 1997 be approved as submitted. Carried. Discussion followed regarding Local Law establishing Architectural Review Board. Due to holidays in November and December it was decided that the Building Inspector would determine when the next meeting should be held, and that ten days notice be given if a meeting is called. There being no further business to come before the Board, Mr. Falasca moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy that the same be duly adjourned. Carried. Respectfully submitted, Irene Amato Acting Clerk � 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-1997 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. 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