https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/7d79894c16c7eb7d7ec61f835c4420e0.pdf 59fa8bd75c3127c6156c2ce185912a81 PDF Text Text Village of Sleepy Hollow Planning Board Minutes July 16, 2020 The regular meeting was held via Zoom webinar and called to order at 8:00 PM by Chairperson Marjorie Hsu. Residents could not attend in person due to the COVID- 19 pandemic, but could participate by phone and video. The Board and applicants participated by videoconferencing. Present: Marjorie Hsu, Chairperson Erin Carney Thomas Andruss Kersten Harries Lindsay Krakauer Matthew Brennan Ed McCarthy Also Present: Clinton Smith, Village Attorney David Smith, Village Planner James Natarelli, Village Engineer Jennifer Martinez, Consulting Engineer Anthony Catalano, Consulting Engineer Sean McCarthy, Village Architect Absent: Pamela Kroll, Secretary to the Planning Board Agenda: 1) Lighthouse Landing Communities, LLC, Edge-on-Hudson Riverfront Development, 199 Beekman Avenue, Phase I waterfront open space, site plan and wetlands permit approval - Public hearing 2) Hudson Pines, LLC, 180 Bedford Road, Proposed swimming pool- Public hearing 3) Jonathan Villani, 30 Andrews Lane, Proposed townhome development- set public hearing 4) Stephens and Kent House LLC National Trust for Historic Preservation, County House Road, Proposed subdivision - Preliminary presentation 5) Approval of minutes - June 18, 2020 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 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 1 (7/16/20) �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 website, and listing it on the Villages' Facebook page. Chairperson Hsu polled the Board members for attendance. Chairperson Hsu read the agenda. 1. Lighthouse Landing Communities, LLC, Edge-on-Hudson Riverfront Development, 199 Beekman Avenue, Phase I- waterfront open space site plan and wetlands permit approval- Public hearing Motion was made to open the public hearing. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Andruss Vote 7-0 Andrew Tung is an associate of Divney Tung Schwalbe LLP representing the applicant. Mr. Tung stated that the Phase I waterfront open space wraps around the south and west facing sides of the Edge-on-Hudson community and borders Design Blocks H, M, and R. As part of the Special Permit approval, each section of the waterfront open space is to be constructed and available for public use at the same time of the adjoining block. It is proposed to construct all of the Phase I waterfront open space at the same time. Mr. Tung shared the site plan and stated that the proposed design of the Promenade and Overlook sections of the waterfront space were based on the discussions with Neslon Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects and the goals of the Village's Public Space Council in terms of design, use, sustainability, and maintenance. Mr. Tung shared the illustrative diagrams and summarized the design components of the Promenade and Overlook sections of the waterfront open space. Mr. Tung stated that a response letter was submitted to address the comments received from the Planning Board members at the June meeting, and subsequent reviews from the consultants and Sean McCarthy. They are awaiting input from the Village Board and RACE Coastal Engineering before they submit the revised site plan drawings. Mr. Tung stated that they have determined that the riprap repairs can be completed on the upland site of the waterfront, are part of the existing Army Corp of Engineers permit, and will not have to wait for in-water permits to be approved. The preliminary plans for the proposed in-water structures for the fishing pier and the dock and dine pier will be submitted to the Planning Board in their next submission. Chairperson Hsu solicited comments from the public. Sarah Smiley resides at 5 Farrington Avenue and questioned if options were explored to eliminate the increase of impervious surfaces near the river. Ms. Smiley stated that she supports the use of electrical systems, such as air source heat pumps and geothermal, for the utility components of the buildings to avoid burning gas and provide a more sustainable energy source that would benefit the community environmentally. Ms. Smiley asked the Planning Board to consider electrical site capacity when reviewing utility component plans. 2 (7/16/20) �Judy Knispel resides at Ichabod's Landing and asked if the park that borders Ichabod's Landing and the Edge-on-Hudson Development could be opened now in order to allow access to the River Walk from Beekman Avenue during the pandemic. Peter Chavkin stated that the total impervious surface area has increased since the original approved Riverfront Design Concept Plan but still proposes a total reduction of 31percent from the General Motors original site conditions. Mr. Chavkin stated that reductions to the width of the pathways in the Overlook have also been made since the earlier draft of the waterfront open space plan, as requested by the Open Space Council. Chairperson Hsu asked what percentage of impervious surface was included in the original Riverfront Design Concept Plan. Andrew Tung stated that the impervious surface included in the original Riverfront Design Concept Plan for the Phase I waterfront open space was .71 acres and the current plan proposes .97 acres and provides for a larger variety of experiences at the Overlook. Anthony Catalano is the Village's Consulting Engineer, and stated that the applicant has committed to submitting an updated stormwater pollution management plan that will provide greater detail regarding the proposed impervious surfaces. Peter Chavkin stated that the electrical plans submitted are designs for providing power to the waterfront open space and are not related to any building structural plans. Mr. Chavkin stated that he appreciates Ms. Smiley's suggestions regarding the use of sustainable energy for building utilities. Peter Chavkin stated that the Village Green at the Ichabod's Landing border can be opened when the dedication process with the Village Board of Trustees for the Phase I Roads and Infrastructure and parks is completed. Chairperson Hsu asked Andrew Tung to provide a list open items that will be addressed in the next submission. Andrew Tung stated that plan revisions will be submitted to address engineering concerns from Woodard & Curran, the connections and parameters for the in-water improvements, and the final riprap repair areas. Kersten Harries stated that if there are members of the public that wish to view a more detailed presentation of the waterfront open space, they may watch the June 18, 2020 Planning Board meeting recording on the Village's website. Clinton Smith asked if the maintenance costs referenced in the submission were a yearly cost. Kersten Harries asked if maintenance costs will be greater in the first three years, while plantings take, and if they will they reduce subsequently. 3 (7/16/20) �Peter Chavkin stated that the memorandum prepared by ETM Associates, LLC is meant to be the Operations & Maintenance plan for the parks and agrees that in the early years of the plantings, there may be more associated costs. Mr. Chavkin stated that as per the Special Permit, Lighthouse Landing Communities, LLC will provide a two year maintenance bond to ensure that the planting take hold on site. Mr. Chavkin stated that the 175,000 dollar estimated annual maintenance costs were based on prevailing wage rates and include some items that may or may not be considered by the Village Board or allocated in different budgets. Peter Chavkin asked Chairperson Hsu if she could provide a date for the design review from the Board of Trustees. Chairperson Hsu stated that the Board of Trustees has reviewed the application and has referred the decision to the Planning Board to manage. Alan Garry resides at 87 River Street and stated that the portion of the waterfront, south of the park along Ichabod's Landing has been in disrepair for approximately two years because the pilings created for the additional waterfront area have been undermined and have created sink holes. Mr. Garry suggested that the area created for the pilings be removed and replaced with the riprap when the waterfront riprap repairs are being completed. Mr. Garry stated that his understanding was that there are no plans for repairs to that area. Jonathan Stein asked Mr. Garry to confirm the location of concern. Alan Garry stated that the unsightly area is a section of piling created and fenced off that is adjacent to the building of Ichabod's Landing between Horan's Landing and the triangular park. Jonathan Stein stated that the area Mr. Garry is concerned about is located off-site and it is a discussion that will need to be addressed by the Board of Trustees to decide who is responsible and how the costs should be allocated. Andrew Tung stated that the piling area is located off the Edge-on-Hudson site, south of the new Hudson Plaza and the Village Green, beyond the riprap, and is part of Ichabod's Landing bulk head. Craig Tompkins stated that as per his conversation with Anthony Giacco, the Village Administrator, there will be a future meeting with RACE Coastal Engineering and the Village to discuss possible solutions for that area. Mr. Tompkins stated that the Village assumed responsibility for the sheet piling bulkhead when Ichabod's Landing was built. The fence will need to remain until decisions for repairs are decided. Alan Garry asked if landscaping work is planned for the entire area between the current drive roadway and the waterfront. Andrew Tung stated that Westward Drive runs along the northern boundary of the waterfront open space and there will not be any buildings in the Phase I section. 4 (7/16/20) �Motion was made to adjourn the public hearing to the September 17, 2020 meeting. Moved: Andruss Seconded: Harries Vote 7-0 2. Hudson Pines, LLC, 180 Bedford Road, Proposed swimming pool - Public hearing Kimberly Martelli, RA is the architect representing the applicant. Ms. Martelli stated that the applicant is seeking site plan approval for construction of an outdoor pool, outdoor pool house, and an indoor pool addition within the existing Carriage House. Ms. Martelli stated that the engineer and landscape architect have addressed the concerns from the Board and the Village's consultants. Motion was made open the public hearing. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Harries Vote 7-0 Matt Gironda is an engineer from Bibbo Associates. Mr. Gironda referenced the master site plan and stated that the properties' boundaries are bisected between the Town of Mount Pleasant and the Village of Sleepy Hollow. They are seeking approval for the proposed construction of an outdoor pool area located at the north-west portion of the property within the Village of Sleepy Hollow. Mr. Gironda stated that they have reviewed the comments received from the Village Engineer and they have designed a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan to manage storm water discharge for the site that has a centrally located highpoint that sends stormwater in both directions in two municipalities. They propose to provide a sub-surface infiltration system to capture the stormwater run-off from the new impervious surfaces. Mr. Gironda stated that they will enlarge the proposed infiltration system to provide water quality treatment and mitigate flows up to the 100 year storm event. They will submit a revised site plan as discussed with the Village Engineer. Kimberly Martelli stated that they will also conduct field testing prior to the systems being installed. Francois Poupeau is a designer from Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects. Mr. Poupeau referenced the proposed site landscape plan and stated that native species are proposed for the plantings along the property border along Bedford Road. In areas closer to the main house, there are formal enclosed perennial gardens that propose to incorporate some accents in form of culitvars and some non-native species perennials. The perennials will amount to 20% of the overall plantings and only 24% of them will be non-native species and 10% will be cultivars. None of the non-native species planting will be invasive. Chairperson Hsu asked Mr. Poupeau how many trees are planned for removal and what trees kind of trees are proposed for replacements. Kimberly Martelli stated that there are a total of nine trees proposed for removal as required for construction at the Carriage House or due to the proximity to the existing structures. 5 (7/16/20) �Francois Poupeau stated that a combination of Maple, White Pine, Dogwood, and Spruce trees are proposed for the tree replacements. Chairperson Hsu asked Ms. Martelli if they completed testing for possible geo-thermal systems for the new structures. Kimberly Martelli stated that the HVAC construction drawings will include the use of geothermal systems to serve the Main House and the Carriage House. Matt Gironda stated the testing shows geo-thermal well fields to the north of the existing Carriage House and to the east of the Main House and will be used for heat sources in both structures. Motion was made to close the public hearing. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Harries Vote 7-0 Chairperson Hsu asked David Smith to read the resolve clauses of the draft resolution. David Smith read the resolve clauses and conditions of the draft resolution prepared for approval. Motion was made to approve the resolution. Moved: Harries Seconded: Andruss Chairperson Hsu - yes Thomas Andruss - yes Kersten Harries - yes Lindsay Krakauer - yes Erin Carney - yes Matthew Brennan - yes Ed McCarthy - yes Vote 7-0 APPROVED 3. Jonathan Villani, 30 Andrews Lane, Proposed townhome development - Public hearing Motion was made to open the public hearing. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Krakauer Vote 7-0 Jonathan is the Design Consultant from Annuziata & Villani Design Consultants, Inc. representing 30 Andrews Lane. Mr. Villani stated that he is seeking an approval to construct nine townhomes on a lot that is approximately 22,871 square feet. Mr. Villani stated that the Board of Trustees granted approval for the circulation of fire trucks through the site from the adjacent municipal lot. Revisions have be made to the site plan drawings to eliminate the need for a variance from the Zoning Board, to add native species for the proposed plantings, and to adjust the configurations of the building units. The civil engineering drawings are being revised to address the comments from Sean McCarthy and James Natarelli. 6 (7/16/20) �David Smith asked Mr. Villani to summarize the proposed project details including a history of the original application. Jonathan Villani stated that the original application proposed the construction of twelve townhomes. After several meetings, it was agreed to reduce the overall developmental lot coverage and reduce the proposed number of townhomes to nine units. During past Planning Board meetings, the designs for landscaping, parking and locations for municipal services and utilities have been addressed. Mr. Villani shared the proposed site plan drawing and stated that the plan includes the demolition of the existing single family residence and rear parking area. It is proposed to construct two buildings. One building will contain four townhome units facing Andrews Lane and the other building will contain five townhome units at the rear of the site. The proposed parking number of parking spaces meet the requirements of the Zoning Code. A development recreation area is proposed at the rear of the property to serve both buildings. Options for sustainable energy sources are being discussed with the property owner. The buildings are proposed to be three stories in height. The proposed units will be 1,500 square feet each. The rear building units will include fenced in back yards and the front units, facing Andrews Lane will include fenced in front yards. Mr. Villani shared a previous rendering drawing and stated that materials proposed for the exterior of the buildings include Hardie Plank siding with a mixture of stone veneer, asphalt roof shingles, Anderson windows, and Azek white composite trim. The driveways will have asphalt paving with plantings and cobblestone aprons and walkways leading out the Andrews Lane. Mr. Villani shared the floor plans and stated that the configuration of the four unit building will include a garage and a small utility room on the first level; a kitchen, living room, dining room, and half bath on the second floor, and two bedrooms and two full bathrooms on the third floor. Mr. Villani shared the landscape plan and stated that they have included native species for the proposed plantings as requested. Decorative fencing and cobblestone walkways will surround the property. David Smith asked Jonathan Villani to confirm what the attic space will be used for. Jonathan Villani stated that the proposed attic space will allow for storage space only for each unit. They are researching a truss system with the modular company which will eliminate the amount of space in the attic areas. David Smith asked if any thoughts were given to utilize the roof areas as recreational space. Jonathan Villani stated that the owners are not considering roof top terraces. Chairperson Hsu asked why the roof lines are so tall if the attic spaces are designed for storage only. Jonathan Villani stated that the roof ridge lines were designed as part of a proportional architectural design. Chairperson Hsu asked Jonathan Villani to confirm his understanding of the outstanding comments and requests included in the memos prepared by James Natarelli and Sean McCarthy. 7 (7/16/20) �Jonathan Villani stated that he will submit revisions to the civil engineering and architectural drawings as required. Chairperson Hsu solicited comments from the public. Sarah Smiley resides a 5 Farrington Avenue stated that geo-thermal or air source heat pumps for heating sources and induction stoves for the units in lieu of gas would be better for community as far as carbon emissions. Ms. Smiley asked if they have received confirmation that they could get gas to the site. Jonathan Villani stated that options have been explored but will be the decision of the owner. An application request for gas installation with Con Edison was submitted, prior to the moratorium and the application being filed with the Village. Comments were received via email from to the owners of 20 Andrews Lane as follows: To whom it may concern, My husband, Richard Rodriguez, and I, Yuridia Gonzalez live on 20 Andrews Lane, Sleepy Hollow, NY, 10591. The future plans of 30 Andrews Lane has been brought to our attention once again. We looked over the proposal and we are not on board. We have a few concerns pertaining to the idea. The main concern that we share with many of our neighbors is the parking situation. We understand each unit will have its own parking, but we have to look at the neighboring community as a whole. We are afraid there will be insufficient parking for both the tenants and their visitors. Parking is hard to come by as is. When we purchased our home, what mainly attracted us to this location was how calm the neighborhood is. With 9 new units added to the neighborhood we have concerns with how over crowded it may be. We pay enough taxes and it's not fair that now our worry would be this new project next to our home. Sincerely, Yuridia & Richard Rodriguez There were no other comments from the public. Chairperson Hsu asked Jonathan Villani for timing to receive final drawing revisions. Jonathan Villani stated that he is working with Hudson Engineering and the modular company to coordinate revision drawings and should have them completed within three to four weeks. Clinton Smith stated that one resident did not receive the public notice, as per the Village Code, and that they will be notified of the adjournment of the public hearing to the September 17, 2020 meeting. 8 (7/16/20) �Motion was made to adjourn the public hearing to the September 17, 2020 meeting. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: Brennan Vote 7-0 4. Stephens and Kent House LLC and National Trust for Historic Preservation, County House Road, Proposed subdivision- Preliminary Presentation John Schnaufer, Esq. is the attorney representing the applicants and stated that they propose a lot line change that impacts three lots. The existing Lot 1 parcel is approximately 8.5 acres with 1 story frame indoor pool house structure. Lot 1 is proposed to be eliminated. Half of the Lot 1 parcel acreage is proposed to be a part of the Lot 2 parcel. The existing Lot 2 parcel is approximately 13.5 acres with 2 story framed cottage, 2 1/2 story frame guest house, a greenhouse, and 1 1/2 story frame barn and garage. Lots 1 and 2 are owned by Stephens and Kent House LLC. The existing Lot 3 parcel is owned by the National Trust, is approximately 34 acres, and contains landscaped areas, a Japaneze shrine, and roadways. The second half, approximately 4.5 acres of Lot 1, is proposed to be a part of the Lot 3 parcel. If the subdivision application is approved, the land would be gifted to the National Trust from Stephens and Kent House LLC. Mr. Schnaufer stated that there is no additional construction planned on all three of the parcels. The use of the properties will remain the same. The existing indoor pool house is proposed to be part of the Lot 2 parcel. Chairperson Hsu solicited comments from the Board. There were no questions from the Board. Motion was made to schedule a public hearing for September 17, 2020. Moved: Harries Seconded: McCarthy Chairperson Hsu - yes Thomas Andruss - yes Kersten Harries - yes Lindsay Krakauer - yes Erin Carney - yes Matthew Brennan - yes Ed McCarthy - yes Vote 7-0 5. Approval of minutes- June 18, 2020 Motion was made to approve the June 18, 2020 minutes. Moved: Andruss Seconded: Chairperson Hsu Chairperson Hsu - yes Thomas Andruss - yes Kersten Harries - yes Lindsay Krakauer - yes 9 (7/16/20) �Erin Carney - yes Matthew Brennan - yes Ed McCarthy - yes Vote 7-0 APPROVED Motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 PM. Moved: Chairperson Hsu Seconded: McCarthy Vote 7-0 Respectfully submitted, POJvulSO, / v t Pamela Kroll Secretary to the Planning Board 10 (7/16/20) � 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/. 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