https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/e4453b0599c49eb388024757c995cbfe.pdf 0e012d6222ea77711420028a14a444b1 PDF Text Text Village of Sleepy Hollow Planning Board Minutes January 21, 2021 The regular meeting was held via Zoom webinar and called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairperson Marjorie Hsu. Residents could not attend in person due to the COVID- 19 pandemic, but could participate by phone and video conferencing. The Board and the applicants participated by videoconferencing. Present: Marjorie Hsu, Chairperson Erin Carney Kersten Harries Tom Andruss Ed McCarthy Matthew Brennan Also Present: Clinton Smith, Village Attorney David Smith, Village Planner James Natarelli, Village Engineer Sean McCarthy, Village Architect Absent: Lindsay Krakauer Pamela Kroll, Secretary to the Planning Board Agenda: 1) GTY NY Leasing Inc., 215 North Broadway, Amended site plan- Continued public hearing, pending ZBA approval 2) Ivan and Sonia Vukusic, 143 Webber Avenue, Subdivision, preliminary plat Continued public hearing, pending ZBA approval 3) Connor and Elizabeth Ginley, 5 Evergreen Way, Single family residence- Public hearing 4) Stephens and Kent House LLC, National Trust for Historic Preservation, County House Road and Bedford Road, Subdivision, final plat- Presentation 5) Hudson Valley Writers Center, Inc., Philipse Manor Railroad Station, 300 Riverside Drive, Subdivision, final plat- Presentation 6) Sleepy Hollow Associates, LLC, 45-49 Beekman Avenue, Change of use- Draft resolution 7) Lighthouse Landing Communities, LLC, Edge-on-Hudson Riverfront Development, 199 Beekman Avenue, Block-A proposed retail space, site plan approval - Public hearing 8) Approval of minutes - December 17, 2020, January 7, 2021 Chairperson Hsu read the following statement: Tonight's meeting and work session is being convened in accordance with the Governor's Executive Order Number 202.1 issued March 13, 2020 which suspends 1 (1/21/21) �certain provisions of the New York State Open Meetings Law to allow a municipal board to convene a meeting via videoconferencing. In accordance with the Executive order, the public has been provided with the ability to view tonight's meeting and a transcript will be provided at a later date. I have also confirmed with our Village Clerk that this meeting has been duly noticed by posting a notice on the Villages' bulletin boards, faxing a copy to the Warner Library, faxing a copy to the Journal News and the Hudson Independent newspapers, posting a copy on the Village's website, and listing it on the Villages' Facebook page. Chairperson Hsu polled the Board members for attendance. Chairperson Hsu read the agenda. 1. GTY NY Leasing Inc. 215 North Broadway, Amended site plan - Continued public hearing, Pending ZBA approval Chairperson Hsu stated that the applicant will be presenting at the February 17, 2021 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting. Chairperson Hsu solicited comments from the public. There were no comments from the public. Motion was made to adjourn the public hearing to the February 18, 2021 meeting. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: McCarthy Vote 6-0 2. Ivan and Sonia Vukusic, 143 Webber Avenue, Subdivision, preliminary platcontinued public hearing, pending ZBA approval Motion was made to open the public hearing. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Andruss Vote 6-0 Chairperson Hsu solicited comments from the public. There were no comments from the public. Chairperson Hsu stated that the applicant has not submitted an application to the Zoning Board of Appeals and is not available to speak on their behalf. Motion was made to adjourn the public hearing to the February 18, 2021 meeting. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: McCarthy Vote 6-0 Chairperson Hsu directed the Building Department to send a letter to applicant advising them to submit a ZBA application by the February 16, 2021 deadline to avoid dismissal of the Planning Board application. 3. Connor and Elizabeth Ginley, 5 Evergreen Way, Single family residence- Public hearing. 2 (1/21/21) �Motion was made to open the public hearing. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Harries Vote 6-0 Ralph G. Mastromonaco is the engineer representing the applicant. Mr. Mastromonaco stated that the application proposes to remove five trees in the backyard. The only tree they are now proposing to remove in the backyard is the 22 inch Oak tree that is crowded by the adjoining Birch tree, and is close to the proposed patio. Mr. Mastromonaco stated that this change was not significant enough to resubmit the entire application package. Any comments received from the Village Engineer would be handled during the Building Permit stage. Chairperson Hsu requested that Ralph Mastromonaco share the proposed site plan and describe the Tree Plan in more detail. Ralph Mastromonaco shared the site plan drawing. Connor Ginley summarized the trees proposed for removal on the site plan. Clinton Smith questioned how many trees are proposed for removal in the backyard and how many trees are proposed to remain. Ralph Mastromonaco stated that they are only proposing to remove one 22 inch Oak tree in the backyard. Chairperson Hsu asked Connor Ginley to show the location of the neighbors' tree that will be protected. Connor Ginley stated that the tree is not shown on the site plan. Chairperson Hsu requested that Ralph Mastromonaco share and describe the architectural details for the residence Connor Ginley shared the renderings and the proposed exterior materials. Matthew Brennan asked for the proposed height and interior square footage of the house. Connor Ginley stated the proposed house will be approximately 31 feet high and around 3,000 square feet. Matthew Brennan questioned how the proposed height will compare with the surrounding properties. Connor Ginley stated that the proposed house will be in line with the height of neighboring properties. Chairperson Hsu stated that vinyl siding is not recommended in the Village's Design Guidelines and asked the applicant to reconsider the use of Hardie Board siding. Connor Ginley requested that the Board send them the list of the recommended materials. 3 (1/21/21) �Sean McCarthy stated that he will send the applicant the Design Guidelines. Chairperson Hsu solicited comments from the public. Hayley Reed and Shiva Bhashyam are the owners of 4 Kingsland Road. Ms. Reed asked how the applicant plans to preserve the root structure of the Oak tree on their property line. Ralph Mastromonaco stated that there is no excavation proposed for the back corner of the property. Hayley Reed stated that she is concerned that the proposed Sugar Maple trees along the fence may compromise the root structure of their Oak tree and asked if alternatives could be considered that would still provide the same privacy screening while preserving the Oak tree. Ralph Mastromanco stated that they will further look at the proposed planting plan and set the tree plantings back to avoid root damage to the Oak tree. Shiva Bhashyam requested a timeline for the proposed fence construction so that they may coordinate new plantings for their property at the fence line. Connor Ginley stated that they propose to start the project in late April and will coordinate with them for the timing of the fencing work. David Smith requested that they illustrate the location of the neighbors Oak tree on the site plan for the next meeting. There were no further comments from the public. Chairperson Hsu directed David Smith to prepare a draft resolution for the February 18, 2021 meeting. Chairperson Hsu requested that the applicant resolve the open items in regards to the tree removals and exterior building materials. Motion was made to adjourn the public hearing to the February 18, 2021 meeting. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Harries Vote 6-0 Ralph Mastromonaco stated that they will resubmit plans for the February 18, 2021 meeting. 4. Stephens and Kent House LLC, National Trust for Historic Preservation, County House and Bedford Road, Final subdivision plat approval- Presentation John C. Schnaufer, Esq. is the attorney representing the applicants. Mr. Schnaufer stated that the preliminary lot line adjustment was approved by the Planning Board on October 22, 2020. Mr. Schnaufer shared an illustration and provided a summary of the proposed subdivision. A minor change is requested to move the property line, owned by Stephens and Kent House LLC, approximately 25 feet so that it will be closer to a line of existing trees. Mr. Schnaufer requested that a resolution be approved for final subdivision plat approval so that the final subdivision plat could be signed subject to notations being placed on the plat to include the public water mains 4 (1/21/21) �owned by the Town of Mount Pleasant and the Village of Sleepy Hollow, the public water mains owned by the Village of Sleepy Hollow, and the proposed sewer service for the Japanese Shrine. Chairperson Hsu asked James Natarelli if the notations would satisfy his requests for additional clarity. James Natarelli stated he agrees with the notations for the ownership of the utilities. Mr. Natarelli asked Clinton Smith if the ownership of the easements, as they relate to who the utilities benefit, is important to reference on the final subdivision plat or is it implied. There was a discussion between Clinton Smith, John Schnaufer and James Natarelli on how to identify the ownership and benefited parties of the easements as they relate to the utilities on the final plat. Chairperson Hsu directed David Smith to prepare a draft resolution for the February 18, 2021 meeting. 5. Hudson Valley Writers Center, Inc., Philipse Manor Railroad Station, 300 Riverside Drive, Subdivision, final plat- Presentation Kristin Pelatti is an associate from MarksDiPalermo representing the applicant. Ms. Pelatti stated that they have submitted the final subdivision plat for approval. Ms. Pelatti provided a summary of the application. Chairperson Hsu solicited comments from the Board. Clinton Smith asked Kristin Pelatti for the status of the negotiations between the Metropolitan Transportation Authority ("MTA") and the applicant regarding the public access to the easement from Riverside Drive to the stairway. Kristin Pelatti stated the MTA is reviewing the proposed easements and solicited additional comments from Donald Stever. Donald Stever is the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Hudson Valley Writers Center, Inc. Mr. Stever stated that it is clear that there is a public easement across the property that has existed for almost one hundred years. They propose to grant the MTA an easement across the pavement for the public to access the stairway that is shown on the plan. Mr. Stever stated that they will agree to a condition to grant the easement. Chairperson Hsu solicited comments from Clinton Smith. Clinton Smith suggested that a condition be added to the resolution to state that the Hudson Valley Writers Center, Inc. is in negotiations with the MTA to grant an easement over that area and if the easement isn't in place within two years, the Hudson Valley Writers Center, Inc. will declare a public easement. Chairperson Hsu asked the applicants if they agree with the suggested condition of approval. 5 (1/21/21) �Kristin Pelatti and Donald Stever agreed with the suggested condition of approval. David Smith read the resolve clauses of the draft resolution and stated that the new suggested condition will be added. Motion was made to adopt the resolution. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Andruss Chairperson Hsu - yes Kersten Harries - yes Erin Carney - yes Tom Andruss - yes Ed McCarthy - yes Matthew Brennan -yes Vote 6-0 APPROVED 6. Sleepy Hollow Associates, LLC, 45-49 Beekman Avenue, Change of Use- Draft resolution Kyle McGovern is an attorney from the law firm of Lyons McGovern LLP representing the applicant and stated that revisions were made to the site plan based on comments received from the Board and the Village Engineer. David Mooney is the architect representing the applicant. Mr. Mooney reviewed the proposed changes to the fencing, the roof drains and leaders. Chairperson Hsu asked David Mooney if the proposed parking space number 12 will be a usable parking space. David Mooney stated that the parking space number 12 will be usable for a compact car. Chairperson Hsu asked David Mooney if a parking space was added along the Post Office building. David Mooney stated an additional parking space was not added along the Post Office building. Chairperson Hsu asked David Mooney if they anticipate any problems with the site drainage cleanout work. David Mooney stated that cleaning out the debris in the catch basin and trench drains should improve the site drainage conditions. Motion was made to adopt the resolution. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Andruss Vote 6-0 Chairperson Hsu - yes Kersten Harries - yes Erin Carney - yes 6 (1/21/21) �Tom Andruss - yes Ed McCarthy - yes Matthew Brennan -yes Vote 6-0 APPROVED 7. Lighthouse Landing Communities, LLC, Edge-on-Hudson Riverfront Development, 199 Beekman Avenue, Block-A proposed retail space, Site plan approval- Public hearing Chairperson Hsu stated that the applicant has requested adjournment to the February 18, 2021 meeting. Motion was made to open the public hearing. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Brennan Vote 6-0 Chairperson Hsu solicited comments from the public. Sarah Smiley lives at 5 Farrington Avenue. Ms. Smiley stated that she is a member of the local chapter of Mothers Out Front, which is a national climate action organization. Ms. Smiley suggested that DiCicco & Sons explore geothermal for heating and cooling to avoid the use of fossil fuels. Ms. Smiley suggested that DiCicco & Sons explore solar car ports to generate renewable energy. Chairperson Hsu asked Sarah Smiley if she received a response from Edge-o-Hudson and Toll Brothers related to using electric induction ovens in the Block-I apartment units. Sarah Smiley stated that she has not received a response and suggested the Planning Board follow up on her question. Chairperson Hsu stated that the Planning Board will follow up with the applicant to address her question. Arline Segal lives at 547 Bellwood Avenue and is a member of Mothers Out Front. Ms. Segal suggested that bicycle access be available. Chairperson Hsu stated that the applicant is adding a staircase for pedestrians to access the site and providing bicycle parking areas. There were no further comments from the public. Motion was made to adjourn the public hearing to the February 18, 2021 meeting. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Harries Vote 6-0 9. Approval of minutes- December 17, 2020, January 7, 2021 Motion was made to approve the December 17, 2020 minutes as amended. Moved: Chairperson Hus Seconded: Harries Chairperson Hsu - yes 7 (1/21/21) �Kersten Harries - yes Erin Carney - yes Tom Andruss - yes Ed McCarthy - yes Matthew Brennan -yes Vote 6-0 APPROVED Motion was made to approve the January 7, 2021 minutes. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: McCarthy Chairperson Hsu - yes Kersten Harries - yes Erin Carney - yes Tom Andruss - yes Ed McCarthy - yes Matthew Brennan - yes Vote 6-0 APPROVED Motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 8:20 PM. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Andruss Respectfully submitted, PaJvmAz, At^M Pamela Kroll Secretary to the Planning Board 8 (1/21/21) � 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 Planning Board Minutes & Resolutions-2021 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. 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