https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/e943588f0dbe278912b7f6312de869a7.pdf 23762f40a659bc9168e2c1548dee4635 PDF Text Text Village of Sleepy Hollow Planning Board Meeting February 22, 2018 The regular meeting was called to order at 8:00 PM by Deputy Chairman Gordon Swartz. Present: Carl Aridas Edward McCarthy Gordon Swartz Mathew Brennan Absent: Lisa Santo, Chairwoman Kersten Harries Anthony DelVecchio Also Present: Sean McCarthy, Village Architect Clinton Smith, Village Attorney David Smith, Village Planner James Natarelli, Consulting Engineer Agenda: 1) Sleepy Hollow Local Development Corporation, 60 Continental Street, East Parcel Development Plan- Phase 1 site plan- Public hearing 2) Mobilitie, LLC, Cellular antenna special permit- 46 Pocantico Street, 16 Hudson Terrace, 227 North Washington Street- Public hearing 3) 172 Valley Street Realty LLC, 172 Valley Street, proposed two-family residencePublic Hearing 4) Apple Maintenance Services, Inc. ,42 River Street, proposed change of usePreliminary presentation 5) Roy & Joan Behren, 15 Pokahoe Drive, proposed one-family residence- Preliminary presentation 6) Toll Brothers, Inc. Edge-on-Hudson Riverfront Development, 199 Beekman Avenue, Phase I, Block J site plan amendments- Presentation 7) Lighthouse Landing Communities LLC, Edge on Hudson Riverfront Development, 199 Beekman Avenue, Phase II infrastructure site plan -Preliminary presentation 8) Approval of Minutes, August 10,2017; November 16,2017; January 18,2018 1) Sleepv Hollow Local Development Corporation, 60 Continental Street, East Parcel Development Plan. Phase I, site plan Motion was made to open the public hearing. Moved: Brennan Seconded: Aridas Vote 4-0 �David Weiss, with WSP USA Inc. and ihe Project Engineer for the site development of Phase I of the East Parcel, including ground improvements, the relocation of the sewer line, and the temporary relocation of the water main. Mr. Weiss stated that they have addressed the concerns from Woodard and Curran and noted that in some locations the water main will be installed above grade. It has been noted that in some areas, the water pipes will be buried underground to allow access on the site. Motion was made to open the public hearing. Moved: Brennan Seconded: Aridas Vote 4-0 There were no public comments. Deputy Chairman Swartz solicited comments from the Board. Carl Aridas questioned if temporary bridging will be built to be sure that underground piping would be protected and have barriers to avoid commercial vehicles from backing over pipes. David Weiss assured the board that the water pipe would be wrapped with insulation and clearly flagged with fencing, as necessary to avoid accidental damage; and that it will be noted on the construction plans to include the necessary fencing and barriers. Motion was made to close the public hearing. Moved: McCarthy Seconded: Aridas Vote 4-0 Motion was made to approve the resolution as drafted. Moved: McCarthy Seconded: Aridas Mathew Brennan-yes Ed McCarthy-yes Gordon Swartz-yes Carl Aridas-yes VOTE: 4-0 APPROVED 2) Mobilities LLC, Cellular antenna special permit, 46 Pocantico Street, 16 Hudson Tcrrace, 227 North Washington Street -public hearing Paul Costa is the Permitting Manager for Mobilitie, LLC. He presented a power point presentation to the public to explain the special permit for the permission to install small cell wireless sites within the Village's Right-of-Way located at 46 Pocantico Street, 16 Hudson Terrace and 227 North Washington Street. The sites will be used by the Sprint Corporation with the intent to increase capacity and improve the coverage areas. Mr. Costa stated that the power issue at the Hudson Terrace location has been resolved by moving the antenna to a nearby pole in order to avoid wires crossing the street. Motion was made to open the public hearing. Moved: McCarthy Seconded: Aridas Vote 4-0 �Deputy Chairman Swartz requested the public express their opinions by proposed street locations and asked if there was anyone from the Pocantico Street area that would like to speak. Karen Buchi lives at 44 Pocantico Street and questioned if there are environmental concerns and is it safe for children since the location is right near a school bus stop. Ms. Buchi questioned what RF waves would be transmitted and who determined that there is a high demand in the particular location. Ms. Buchi stated that it would be better served in a remote location. Erika Miller lives as 48 Pocantico Street and questioned how many consumers will benefit from the project and if there are any FCC concerns. Ms. Miller asked how it will be monitored to be sure it is safe, and what the revenue benefits would be to the Village. She asked if the permit is approved, will there be future restrictions in place to prevent other carriers from adding more cells to other locations. Ms. Miller commented that she believes there should be studies to determine the long term effects of energy released from the cells and that there should be yearly reports completed. Michael Capello lives at 44 Pocantico Street and he stated that the proposed cell location would line up with his bedroom window 150 ft. away. Mr. Capello objected to seeing it outside his window and questioned the possible FCC damages. Mr. Capello stated his concerns on the Board being comfortable allowing this project to be approved. Deputy Chairman Swartz explained that the purpose of a public hearing is to weigh the concerns and comments from the public and assured him that no permits have been approved or issued. Deputy Chairman Swartz asked if there were any other comments for the Pocantico Street area. There were no additional comments. Deputy Chairman Swartz solicited comments for the 16 Hudson Terrace location. Inessa Blizetsova lives at 39 Hudson Terrace and stated that she was against the approval and the installation of the units, and that there hasn't been enough time to study the effects from the cell devices. Matthew Monks lives at 12 Hudson Terrace and asked for Mr. Costa to explain the relocation of the unit proposed to a different pole due to Con-Ed wire crossing the street. Mr. Monks stated he was concerned on whether they could move other locations without permission, and cell installations would decrease his property value. He asked what the noise level would be and if there was a structural analysis and surveys submitted that prove the poles could handle the added weight loads. Mr. Monks asked if there was a traffic plan in place for the installation. He asked if cells will handle 4G and 5G and if there is the likelihood that more cells will be needed in the fiiture. Mr. Monks questioned if other neighboring towns, like Tarrytown, have approved the devices and a permit for a franchise license. Mr. Monks asked if all future modifications will require the same approval process if permitted to move forward with this project. Mr. Monks �questioned Paul Costa's experience in the installation of the cell antennas and wanted to know if he follows through to be sure the contractor installations are completed correctly. Paul Costa replied that all future modifications would need approvals to move forward and that he handles the permits only, and that there are trusted construction teams used for the installations. Mr. Costa also confirmed that they have not received any approvals from the neighboring towns yet. Mr. Costa also stated that there would be a traffic plan submitted. Carol Manca lives at 16 Hudson Terrace and stated that she is concerned that the proposed cell site is 20 feet, from her house; and wanted to know if the noise would force her to close her windows in the summer time. Ms. Manca stated that she was concerned that her property value would decrease and that the water shed views may be disturbed. Alejandro Choppi lives at 15 Hudson Terrace and stated that he is concerned about the cell site being 50 feet, from his home. He questioned if the cells are safe for children. He questioned if his property value would decrease and if there will be a need for more installations in the future. Peter Lorenzo lives at 19 Hudson Terrace and questioned who benefits from this project, and if both Con Edison and the Village get a check. Mr. Lorenzo stated that he did not see a tangible reason for these cells. David Michael lives at 45 Hudson Terrace and questioned what the revenue benefits would be for the Village. Mr. Michael stated that he fears that the approval was a done deal already. Deputy Chairman Swartz reiterated that this is a public hearing and that nothing has been approved. The reason for a public hearing is to listen and weigh the concerns of the community. Mr. Swartz stated that this is a process and that the members of the Planning Board are volunteers who have the same interests of the Village. Mr. Swartz stated that nothing is a "done deal" and that they will continue the public hearing until all questions and concerns are resolved. Mr. Swartz also stated that only the Board of Trustees can address the revenue figures and that the Planning Board does not have that information. Deputy Chairman Swartz solicited comments for the 227 North Washington Street location. There were no public comments. Deputy Chairman Swartz solicited comments from the Board. Ed McCarthy asked what is to stop another carrier from adding additional cells. Carl Aridas stated that from the documentation he has reviewed, the FCC requires cell installation to be a minimum height of 17 feet, and that no units will be installed below 6 feet. The power report reads that energy released is less than 1 percent of allowable and that the further you get away from the device in a parallel level, the RF waves are reduced by 1 /100,000. Mr. Aridas stated that property values should not go down as only the larger towers have been reported to do so. He also stated that he has been around several of these cells in the city and that �they are totally silent. Mr. Aridas stated that the reports indicate there are no micro waves released from the cells and that the river views will not be interrupted when the units are installed at the required heights. David Smith suggested that an independent engineering firm be hired to verify the environmental reports. Clinton Smith agreed on the hiring of an independent engineer to verify the environmental reports submitted and suggested we get estimates before making a decision. Mr. Smith stated that there should be a discussion on the traffic control plan before the next hearing. Motion was made to adjourn the public hearing to the March 22, 2018 meeting. Moved: McCarthy Seconded: Aridas Vote 4-0 3) 172 Valley Street Realty LLC. 172 Valley Street Proposed two-family residence Public Hearing Motion was made to open the public hearing. Moved: Swartz Seconded: Aridas Vote 4-0 The applicant and representatives were not present. There were no public comments. Motion was made to adjourn the public hearing to the March 22,2018 meeting. Moved: Swartz Seconded: Aridas Vote 4-0 4) Apple Maintenance Services.. Inc., 42 River Street, Proposed Change of UscPreliminarv Presentation Manuel Aguiar is the contract vendee to purchase the 42 River Street property. He presented his proposed plan for the renovation of the ground floor for offices and storage area for his commercial cleaning business, and to rent the second floor offices as they currently exist. Mr. Aguiar confirmed that he doesn't officially own the property yet, but brought up several concerns he has in regards to moving forward with ownership. Mr. Aguiar stated that he is concerned about unresolved violations in the building and the ownership of the easement next to the Department of Public Works site. Mr. Aquiar stated that he will be requesting more information from the Building Department and that he will get a title search completed. Deputy Chairman Swartz questioned as to whether or not it was premature to come before the Board when the building is not owned yet. Clinton Smith stated that he agreed that it was OK to present early and advises that they take it slow before they request a public hearing. Mr. Smith also explained to Mr. Aguiar that this property will require a special permit fi'om the Board of Trustees since the property is in the waterfront overlay district. �Sean McCarthy stated a title search would be required. James Natarelli questioned Mr. Aguiar how many parking spaces will be needed. Manuel Aguiar stated that he has 4-5 employees with cars, and needs spaces in the back for as many as 7-8 company vans for deliveries. He stated he will complete a title search to get more information before moving forward. No action was taken. 5) Rov & Joan Behren, 15 Pockahoe Drive. Proposed one-familv residence- Preliminary Presentation Craig Flaherty is the Project Engineer with Redness and Meade. Mr. Flaherty presented the plans for the proposed one-family residence including the storm water plans and site plan. Mr. Flaherty confirmed that they are proceeding with the wetland permit as required. Gary Chase is Project Architect with Vita Design Group. Mr. Chase presented the house plans and reviewed construction materials and grade change intentions. Deputy Chairman Swartz solicited comments from the Board. Carl Aridas asked how many trees will be removed for this project and asked why the proposed house lower level show zero square feet for the basement level. Mr. Aridas stated that he thinks the basement needs to be counted in the Floor Area Ratio. Mr. Aridas stated the house would be 8,000 square feet if the basement was counted. Edward McCarthy asked if they were keeping any of the larger trees. Craig Flaherty stated that the plan calls for 19 trees to be removed, all of which are 8" diameter or larger; and stated that he didn't count the square footage of the basement area according to the Code of the Village since this space is considered a cellar not a basement. Deputy Chairman Swartz questioned where Mr. Flaherty was getting the codes from. Gary Chase stated they are quoting the Codes of the Village Sleepy Hollow and read the code for Habitable Space Regulations. Joan Behren is the ouner of 15 Pockahoe Drive and clarified that house was not an 8,000 square foot house. Carl Aridas asked if the water views are protected from the east side neighbors. Sean McCarthy stated that the river views are not protected from the private property. The views from the street are protected according to the LWRP. �Edward McCarthy asked how they plan on handling contractors, deliveries, and backhoe equipment as the road does not allow for parking on the street. Gary Chase acknowledged and confirmed that the front yard will need to be used for all parking for the workers and deliveries will be temporary in and out of the neighborhood. Deputy Chairman Swartz commented that the school buses will need to go up and down the street as well as the garbage trucks. Swartz asked if all the zoning rules and set back calculations were reviewed and if any variances will be required. Craig Flaherty took out the application and read back that all the calculations fit within the guide lines and that no variances will be needed. Deputy Chairman Swartz stated that if ZBA is not needed, they still need to confirm the interpretation of the basement or cellar and resolve the area calculations. Gary Chase questioned what will be next after the presentation if they get all the requested information. Deputy Chairman Swartz stated that they will be required to have a public hearing No action was taken, 6) Toll Brothers. Inc. Edge-on-Hudson, Riverfront Development, 199 Beekman Avenue. Phase 1, Block J site plan amendments- Presentation Andrew V. Tung Is the Landscape Architect from Diveny Tung Schwalbe, LLP. He presented the proposal to modify the designs for the 72 townhomes. Mr. Tung explained that there will no change to the public streets or the park and that they are changing the grouping of the units to create more mew pedestrian connections between the units. Mr. Tung stated the comer units will also be slightly wider. Deputy Chairman Swartz solicited comments from the Board. Carl Aridas questioned how the garbage trucks would proceed through the complex and how the comer units would be handled. He questioned storm water management and how the snow plows would conduct snow removal. Andrew Tung referred to a site plan drawing and explained the route showing how the turning radius was figured to make sure the garbage and the fire truck could make the turns. Mr. Tung stated that they would back up to service the units in the comers. Mr. Tung explained that the snow removal would be handled by a private contractor as the roads within the complex were not Village streets but privately owned. �Sean McCarthy asked if any on-street parking spaces would have to be removed to allow for the fire truck to access the property. Andrew Tung confirmed that no spaces would be eliminated and that additional spaces may be added. Sean McCarthy commented that the easement areas will not be maintained by the Village. Sean McCarthy asked what the interior unit mew connection distance was. Andrew Tung responded with 45' wide or 1T wide at the turning points. Edward McCarthy asked what specialty pavements were. Andy Tung replied that specialty pavements is the material meant for walkways and muse connections. Deputy Chairman Swartz asked why they wanted to change from the original approved plan. Mr. Swartz stated their job is to look at the variations and analyze why changes are made and if they are ok. Mr. Swartz stated that they must learn to communicate in writing in a timely fashion and that they need to respond to the consultants questions or the Board members in writing and be prepared. James Fitzpatrick is the President of Toll Brothers, Inc. James Fitzpatrick stated that the changes are not substantial and all fall within the guidelines of what was proposed originally. He stated that it is better to change the site plan now than to start construction and build what was not approved or have to go back to the Board. He stated that units will continue to be 3 and 4 stories as approved. He requested that they have a special meeting on March 8, 2018 to submit and present additional information required to have a public hearing. Deputy Chairman Swartz stated that he would not commit to them getting on the March 22nd public hearing agenda until all questions were addressed at the March 8"* meeting. Motion was made to continue the application to the special meeting on March S"' at 8:00 PM Moved: McCarthy Seconded: Aridas Vote 4-0 7) Lighthouse Landing Communities^ LLC, Edge-on-Hudson Riverfront Development, 199 Beekman Avenue, Phase IL Infrastructure site plan-Preliminary Presentation Peter Chavkin is the Managing Partner for Biddle Real Estate Ventures. Mr. Chavkin presented the plan for the Phase 11 infi-astructure and streets plan. Mr. Chavkin stated that he is meeting with the engineers next week in hopes to be able to file for the permit and start street construction as early as April. Craig Tompkins is the Project Manager for the Edge-on-Hudson Development and stated the good news is that the gas valves that were discovered in the proposed cross walks are now being �handled by Con-Ed and that they will be working on the relocation starting within the next two weeks. Motion was made continue the application to the special meeting on March s"^, 2018 Moved: Aridas Seconded: McCarthy Vote 4-0 8) Approval of minutes for August 10,2017, November 16, 2017, and January 18,2018 Motion was made to approve the minutes for August 10,2017 as per the submitted changes by Clinton Smith. Moved: Brenann Seconded: McCarthy Vote 4-0 Motion was made to approve the minutes for November 16, 2017. Moved: Aridas Seconded: Brennan Vote 4-0 Motion was made to approve the minutes for January 18,2018 as revised by Clinton Smith. Moved: Aridas Seconded: McCarthy Vote 4-0 Motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 10:30 PM. Moved: Aridas Seconded: Brenann Motion was made to reopen the meeting at 10:37 PM Moved: Aridas Seconded: Swartz Vote 4-0 Vote 4-0 Motion was made to schedule a public hearing for March 22, 2018 for the Toll Brothers, Inc. application Moved: Aridas Seconded: McCarthy Vote 4-0 Motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 10:39 PM. 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