https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/54ed8d06d34c06fb2849fa6569f28e39.pdf e8f9c1bb41ca0e2c9b37e956ccc56560 PDF Text Text JANUARY 23, 2002 REGULAR MEETING A regular meeting of the Sleepy Hollow Architectural Review Board was held on Wednesday, January 23rd, 2002 at 8 P.M. in the Vil 8 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, N.Y. PRESENT: James Nazemetz, Chairman Elvira Aloia Barbara Fina Thomas Capossela Sean McCarthy Robert Barstow \7£ ALSO PRESENT: Robert Stiloski, Inspecto: Edward Larmiers, Attorney Chairman Nazemetz called the meeting to orcfer Chairman Nazemetz stated that Mr. Louis Falasca has resigned from the Board due to the fact that he has moved away. 1. Pedro Urgiles, Canario Expresss Communications, 46 Beekman Avenue. Continued from January meeting. Sign and Awning. Mr. Urgiles presented photos of awning that was erected and stated he was only replacing the damaged awning and did not realize he needed a permit, until he received a Notice of Violation from the Building Inspector. Mr. Urgiles stated that Greene County does not have an awning and felt his awning was new and he has had no complaints, and it was an improvement over the damaged one. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. There being no public comments, Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Fina to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed regarding the color, size of letters and information on the awning, some of which are in violation of the Code. J L After further discussion it was agreed that the applicant would confer e Inspector as to correcting the violations. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. Capossela that the matter be postponed to the February 27th, 2002 meeting and that the Board would meet in Executive Session to review the matter. Carried. 2. BERNSTEIN?CREPEAU 215 Palmer Avenue - Portico to front of house. Mr. Nazemetz stated that the applicant had requested that the matter be postponed until the Febeuary 27th, meeting. 3. CLOVER HEATING,INC. 225 North Broadway-SIGN. Mr. Anthony Marmo presented pictures of the sign that he would like to erect at his property at 225 Broadway. He stated that the signwould be a twofacfx3 sign approximately 30 x 33 in order to be above the srirubbery. �-2Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. Capossela to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. There being no public comments, Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. Capossela to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed regarding type of sign, color of letters, height of sign and size of sign. Mr. Capossela moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to approve the application as submitted. Carried. 4. HNE INC., 333 NORTH BROADWAY-Sign, Windows & Awnings. Applicant presented drawings and pictures of the former tfeineke Building and stated that he would like to replace the windows on the building, install new awning and install flower boxes to dress up the building. He also stated that the present signs would be removed, and the address will be on the new awning. Ms. Fina stated that she would like more information and drawings of the proposed signs, awning samples, type of lighting and photographs of the buiiling. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. Capossela that the application be postponed until the February meeting and the applicant meet with Mr. Stiloski to review the application. Carried. 5. KARL DIBBLE, 315 NORTH BROADWAY-SIGN. Mr. Dibble presented sample of sign which will be approximately 14 x 43. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. Capossela that the matter be postponed until the February meeting and that Mr. Dibble be required to bring actual photos of the proposed sign outlining type of sign, color and size of print. Carried. 6. SLEEPY HOLLOW NATIONAL BANK, 49 BEEKMAN AVENUE-SIGN. Mr. Sam Viera, representing applicant Mr. John Hughes, who was called away stated that the applicant was applying for two different signs to be placed at the corner of Beekman Avenue and Washington Street. Mr. Viera stated that the signs would be over the doors and would be white with green lettering and would matchthe signs already in place. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Ms. Fina that the matter be postponed until the February meeting and the applicant be instructed to submit more information and polbroid pictures. Carried. 7. JOSE L. SANCHEZ, 46 CLINTON STREET- 4' HIGH GATE. Mr. Sanchez stated he would like to install a four foot high , eight feet long gate to enclose the parking area. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy that the applicant provide the Board with more details and pictures of the proposed property where the gate is to be installed, and return to the February meeting. Carried. �38. NEW YORK SMSA (VERIZON) 95 BEEKMAN AVENUE-APPROVAL OF DESIGN FOR PUBLIC UTILITY WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITY Vincent Favino, Attorney representing VeriSon presented drawings and pictures and outlined the proposed installation stating that it would be erected on the roof of the Van Tassel Apartments. He also stated that the elements would be covered to match the facade of the Van Tassel. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Ms. Fina that the meeting be opened for public comments. Carried. Mrs. Catherine Cappelo, 44 Pocantico Street asked if the proposed installation was the same that the Village of Ossining had planned to install at the High School. Attorney stated that Sprint had asked to erect a Tower which was not the same as what Verizon was asking for. Mr. Lammers stated that the application was before the Planning Board for their approval, and was referred by them for the Architectural Review Board's input. Attorney stated that there was not danger connected with the installation and would like the Board to approve the application. Mr. Lammers stated that the Engineers have sent a letter to the Planning Board as to the health issues. Discussion followed regarding height of parapet, changes to the parapet number of boxes in front of the facade, size of antennas and covering to be used. There being no further public comments, Mr. Nazanetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed with members stating they would like more information regarding installing the antenna behind the parapet so that it would not be visible. Mr. Amendola, Engineer, for Verizon stated that the covering would match the rest of the facade and would be barely visible. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy that the matter be reviewed by the Planning Board and that the applicant return to the February meeting. Carried. 9. CARTENUTO, 275 MILLARD AVENUE PORCH ADDITION. - ADDITION TO REAR OF HOUSE AND 4' FRONT Mr. Sam Viera, Architect for applicant stated that the addition would be at the rear of the house and presented plans and photos of present house and proposed additions. Mr. Viera stated that the porch would be the entire width of the front of the house, with a low wall to disquise the ramp that will be built, and outlined the proposed addition. �-4Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Ms. Fina 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. Discussion followed regarding stucco to be installed on the wall to match the main part of the house, gable on roof that is to remain, columns to be erected, and size of addition. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy that the application be approved as submitted with modifications as discussed. Carried. 10. EDWARD LEE KENNEDY ARCHITECT -2 HIGHLAND LANE-KNOPPER-ADD SECOND STORY. MR. Kennedy, Architect for Mr. & Mrs. Knopper stated that the existing house was constructed in 1950 and was approximately 71 x 28 feet with a two-car garage, no basement due to the rock formation and need^fLC, and the applicant needs more living space. He stated the addition would contain a Master Bedroom suite with bath, renovations on the first floor, den, exercise room mudroom and screened porch, and they would keep the existing roof. Mr. Kennedy stated the applicant and he had worked very hard to create a building that would respond to all the neighbors and still have views of the river. Mr. Kennedy stated that the construction would meet all Zoning Code requirements. public Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. Capossela to open the meeting for comments. Carried. Mr. Robert Joyce, 225 Highland Avenue stated he was a resident of the Village for over fifty years, would like to remain a good neigh bor and would like the Board to know of the neigh bors concerns regarding the proposed addition and stated he was opposed to some of the changes to the house. Mr. James Pierson, Millard Avenue stated his property overlooks the applicant's property and looks with favor to improving property, but feels that the addition of nine feet would have an adverse effect on the surrounding neighbors and feels that the applicant and his architect should improve the property in a way that will not effect people in the neighborhood. Mrs. Pierson and several neighbors agreed with Mr. Pierson. Lauren Fox stated she felt that the architect could lower peak of roof and change the pitch of the roof. Ms. Fox stated she would like to be a good neighbor but does not want the view to be obstructed. David Warren stated and stated he feels that the and too out of character for the design of the house more he has lived in the village over eleven years addition would be too modern looking, too big the neighborhood and urges the applicant to reconsider in keeping with the neighborhood. John Barron, 250 Millard Avenue also spoke against the addition and asked that the plans be revised to fit the neighborhood. Neighbor residing at 44 Harwood Avenue stated she felt that they were outnumbered and felt that the applicant should be granted permission to erect the addition to their home. �-5Discussion followed regarding the size and the impact on the neighborhood. There being no further comments, Ms. Fina moved, seconded by Mr. Capossela to close the meeting for public carments.Carried. Mr. Nazemetz stated that the plans for the construction meet all requirements of the Zoning Code. Mr. Knopper stated he had met with the neighbors and understands their concerns and is willing to meet with the Architect to discuss the problem and try to resolve it. Ms. Aloia stated she had concerns regarding the style of the house and would prefer that it be more in keeping with the surrouding houses. Ms. Fina stated she would like the applicant and the neighbors to come to an agreement and feels that the enormous variety of houses in Philipse Manor conflicts with the very modern concept that the applicant would like to build. Discussion followed regarding the double peak, slope of roof, high windows, lighting and the economics of building the addition, also thejability to minimize the amount of airspace to be lost. Mr. Lammers stated that many suggestions where raised by the neighbors and suggested that the applicant and the Architect consider them before returning to the meeting in February. Mr. Kennedy stated that the height of the addition is well within the Zoning Code and it is er.rgneous for adjoining property owners to suggest that they own the air rights, and respectfully asked that the Board approve the application as submitted. Mr. Nazemetz moved that the application be approved with the following suggestions, that the ridge be lowered and no windows in the garage. There being no second to the motion the motion did not carry. Attorney Lammers suggested that the Board consider and make suggestions to the Architect to make the design more acceptable. Mr. Nazemetz moved, to disapprove the application as submitted. There being no second to the motion the motion did not carry. Mr. Nazemetz moved to postpone the application to the meeting to be held in February. Seconded by Mr. Capossela. Mr. Nazemetz polled the Board as follows: Ms. Fina Mr. Capossela Mr. McCarthy Abstained Yes Yes Ms. Aloia Mr. Barstow Mr. Nazemetz Mr. Nazemetz declared the motion carried. Yes Yes Yes �-611. GILLIATT, 167 Millard Avenue - Addition and Alteration. Mr. McCarthy recused himself as he is the Architect for the project. Mr. McCarthy presented affidavit of mailings to the Inspector Mr. McCarthy presented plans and photographs of the house and the proposed construction which would extend the garage from two car to three cars, add a bedroom and bath on the seconded floor, new covered entry, family room, and small dining room will be enlarged. Mr. McCarthy stated that the new construction met all Zoning Code regulations, trim would be painted gree^double hung windows, cedar shingles, new garage doors and new construction would match the rest of the house. Ms. Fina moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. There being no public comments, Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Ms. Fina to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed regarding overall size of addition, size of garage, and square foot area of second floor. Mr. Capossela moved, seconded by Mr. Nazementz to approve the application as presented. Carried. 12. OUEZADA. 58 Pocantico Street-ReinstalFront Stairs & Stucco Stairs. Mr. & Mrs. Quezada outlined the project and stated that the original steps were in disrepair and had to be replaced as soon as possible. Mr. Stiloski stated that the steps were the same in dimension as the original and needed to be replaced, and applicant was replacing them with concrete. Discussion followedregarding type of railing to be installed. Ms. Fina stated that the railings should be wood with wood posts and should match the rest of the stairs going down. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Ms. Fina that the application be approved as submitted and the railings on the porch and stairs be of wood and match the rest of the house. Carried. 13. GIORDANO, 3 LAKE SHORE CLOSE - Siding, dormers, roof. Applicant did not have proof of mailings. Applicant stated he had submitted plans to the Sleepy Hollow Taxpayers Association and has received approval. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. Capossela to postpone the application until the February meeting in order for Mr. Giordano to sufcmit proof of mailings. �-714. KEVIN SULLIVAN - 546 Bellwood Avenue-FENCE. Mr. Sullivan presented affidavit of proof of mailings to the Inspector. Mr. Sullivan presented photographs of six foot high fence in front of his property and stated he had received a variance from the Zoning Board for a six foot high fence. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Ms. Fina to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. There being no public comments, Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. Capossela to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed regarding type of fence that had been installed. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Ms. Fina to approve the application as submitted subject to submission of proper application to the Inspector. Carried. 14. KENDAL ON HUDSON - CONTINUED -PROGRESS & INFORMATION. Mr. Nazemetz stated that the applicant had asked to appear at the February meeting. There being no further business to come before the Board, Mr. Capossela moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy that the same be duly adjourned. Carried. Respectfully submitted, Irene Amato Acting Clerk A . � 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-2002 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. 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