https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/99bf711cbb82e1a13058559755981441.pdf 56b757b2d131a96f55eb99a3c28e6962 PDF Text Text REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY JULY 23rd, 2003 A regular meeting of the Sleepy Hollow Architectural Review Board was held on July 23rd, 2003 in the Village Hall, 2 8 Beekman Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, New York. PRESENT: James Nazemetz, Ch% Paul Wichmann Sean McCarthy Elvira Aloia ABSENT: Barbara Fina Carter Sackman Edward L^mmers Robert Stilosk ALSO PRESENT: James Margotta, 'Cfepector Chairman Nazemetz called the meet^a/to order at 8:10 P.M. 1. SAN JUAN, 28 Hudson Street.-REPLACE EXISTING FENCE. Mrs. San Juan presented affidavit of proof of mailings to Mr. Margotta. Mrs. San Juan prsented pictures of existing fence with application for the Board to review. She stated that the new fence would be white aluminum picket fencing, and new gates would be installed, approximately three feet in height. Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia 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. After discussion, Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to approve the application allowing a three foot high fence to be installed, material to be white aluminum and said fencing to also have two gates. Carried. 2. OMNIPOINT, 2 8 BEEKMAN AVENUE-ANTENNA INSTALLATION,CONTINUED. Mr. Daniel Sciarabba and Ms. Noelle Kensch representing the applicant outlined the proposed project, presented drawings, and stated that the proposed installation, after careful study, was deemed to be the best and most practical proposal. Mr. Sciarabba stated that the Planning Board had approved the application and that all issues have been resolved with the Village. He also stated that the antenna would be approximately two and a half feet lower than the other antennas already installed on the building. �-2Mr. Wichmann moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. Mr. Arthur McKinley, 18 Kingsland Road asked if the Village was going to adopt a policy that would limit the number of antennas that would be allowed in the Village. Mr. Nazemetz stated that the Village Board had stated that this would be the last antenna to be installed on the Village Hall, but did not know of any other restrictions that were going to be imposed. There being no further public comments, Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed regarding the type of antenna to be installed, the color it was to be painted, and the future maintenance of the antenna. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to approve the installation of the antenna as requested, with the provision that the Board will continue to evaluate the installation and the future maintenance of the antenna after the installation. Carried. Mr. Wichmann stated he was apposed. 3. WARD, 34 AMOS STREET - NEW FRONT ENTRANCE & PORCH. Mr. Ward presented affidavit of proof of mailings to Mr. Margotta. Mr. Ward stated that the house had been built in the 1850's, was converted into a duplex sometime in 1920, and more recently had been updated and reconstructed. Mr. Ward stated that previously the front door had swung out, and it was their intention to increase the width of the front porch and to make the front door swing into the house creating a larger vestibule. He stated that the porch would run along the whole front of the house and iJould be covered with a new roof. They also would install lattice work on the underpining of the porch. He stated the house is approximately twenty-seven feet from the street and after construction would be approximately twenty feet from the street. Mr. Nazemetz asked if there was a "Survey" of the property. Mr. Margotta stated that the set-back for the area was twenty feet from the property line and if it was less, then they would have to apply to the Zoning Board for a variance. Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. �-3There being no public comments, Mr. Wichmann moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Ms. Aloia moved, seconded by Mr. Wichmann to approve the application as submitted with the condition that if needed, Zoning Board approval would be applied for. Carried. 4. 5. Pocantico Homes, Lot 7-NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION. Pocantico Homes, Lotll-NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION. Applicant presented affidavit of proof of mailings to Mr. Margotta, for Lot 7. Mr. Keven Kelly and Mr. Richard Nemeth representing the applicant, presented pictures and drawings, types of materials to be used and outlined the plans ;for the two homes to be built. Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. Ms. Suzanne Fisher, 3 Birch Close questioned the size of the lots and the size of the homes to be built. There being no further public comments, Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed regarding railings and posts, types of doors to be used, type of siding and shutters to be installed and tjrfpe of roof to be installed. Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to approve the plans and design as submitted with various changes to be made as discussed which will be submitted with new plans. Carried. Applicant presented proof of affidavit of mailings to Mr. Margotta for Lot 11. Mr. Kelly and Mr. Nemeth presented plans and pictures of home to be constructed on street to be named Van Tassel, where only two homes will be constructed. Mr. Kelly stated there would be different type of dormers, substantial portico, double columns, roof will be black, and door would be cherry wood. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McArthy to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. There being no public comments, Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed regarding type of construction, size of dormers, and different types of roof lines. �-4Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Mr. Wichmann to approve the application as submitted. Carried. 6. 7. KENNEDY, HEMLOCK DRIVE-VACANT LOT-NEW CONSTRUCTION-CONTINUED. KENNEDY, POKAHOE DRIVE-VACANT LOT-NEW CONSTRUCTION-CONTINUED. Mr. Emilio Escalades, Project Engineer presented plans and drawings and outlined the project. Mr. Escalades stated that the property had been sub-divided many years ago and presented proof of sub-division. He spoke of the potential development of the entire Trent property, the reconstruction of the Trent House (Fremont House) and stated that the new houses would be in keeping with several houses in the area. He stated that the houses would be as large as other houses and there are some houses in the area that are larger than the proposed houses. Mr. Escalades presented pictures of various houses in the area and how the new houses would impact the area. He stated that some trees would be removed and undergrowth would be removed. Mr. Escalades stated that the sub-division had been approved by all Boards of the Village and the Sleepy Hollow Manor Improvement Association and approval continues forever. Ms. Aloia stated she felt the Board should not be discussing the matter until the Waterfront Adivsory Board had made a decision. Mr. Wichmann stated he felt the the Planning and Zoning Board had to approve the project and if the lots are buildable lots our Board should not be arguing and wasting everyone's time. He stated that plans and drawings should be presented that will fit into the area and not look much different then the houses in the area. Architect presented drawings of the proposed houses stating they had dropped the height of of the roof, and compared the new drawings to the drawings previously submitted several months ago. He stated that the house on Pokahoe Drive had been scaled down, a lower roof would be constructed ana the house would be stucco with a stone front, columns would be wood. Mr. Mc Carthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. Suzanne Fisher, 3 Birch Close asked if the property haa been surveyed. Architect stated that a survey had been made. Ms. Fisher stated that she felt that the project would create a huge drainage problem as there is a drainage problem in the lower areas at the present time. She stated tnat the proposed driveway is rignt on the property line and next to the driveway of the property next door and felt that a three-car garage would be too unsightly. �-5Mr. James Santo, 29 Hemlock Drive stated his house is on a much larger lot, across from the Fremont House and felt that the areas are being misrepresented as to size of area in comparison with other houses in the area. Mr. Wichmann stated he felt that the three-car garage would not be a problem as someone may own trucks and would like them stored in a garage so they would not be seen from the street. Mr. McKinley, 18 Kingsiana Road stated he felt that the Board was the last chance for the public to be heard and felt that the Board should listen to the public and stated he has a petition with 170 signatures opposing the construction of the two houses. He stated that many trees will be cut down and the statement that the view would be improved by the removal of the trees was a "joke". He stated that the houses were just too big and were in the wrong place and would destroy every house in the neighborhood, and felt that the plan was not acceptable. Ms. Fisher stated at the last meeting there were over twenty-five people who stated their opposition to the project, and stated that Mr. Sackman had requested that the houses be scaled down but it appears to her that the houses are larger. There being no further public comments, Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. Discussion followed and Mr. Wichmann stated that Mr. Sackman had asked for drawings showing elevations before and after houses are built. Mr. Nazemetz asked if all the Board members had walked the site and they responded they had. Ms. Aloia questioned whether a driveway could be right on the property line. Mr. Nazemetz stated that many driveways are right on the property line. Mr. McCarthy stated he felt that the new drawings have come a long way since the first submission and agreed with the changes made to the windows on the upper story of the house, and would like more detail as to the construction of the front entrance. Mr. Nazemetz stated he would like to see actual drawings ah)d specifications before granting approval, and stated hhat the applicant present a package, ten days prior to the next meeting, for the Board to review. J Mr. McCarthy stated he would like to see the second floor lowered, bring some of the massiveness corrected, would like to see a slate roof, driveway could be further from the property line on both lots, and if possible, the house on Hemlock coulc} �-6be turned around. shakes and stone. The Board also stated they preferred cedar Ms. Aloia stated she was in favor of the Architect presenting plans and drawings for a much smaller house. Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to continue the matter at the August 2 7th meeting. Carried. 8. WICHMANN, 20 FREMONT ROAD-RENOVATE EXISTING HOUSE. Mr. Wichmann recused himself from participating in the discussion as it is his house. Mr. Wichmann presented affidavit of proof of mailings to Mr. Margotta. Mr. Wichmann presented plans and pictures of the house and stated he has been working on the house for the last year, and would like to change the driveway opening from Fremont Road to open onto Hemlock Drive. He stated that the addition would be at the rear of the house, and would be constructed of stone and cedar shakes, with asphalt roof and wood windows and woiild match the rest of the house. Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. There being no public comments, Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. After discussion, Mr. Nazemetz moved, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to approve the application as submitted. Carried. Mr. Wichmann did not participate. 9. NAZEMETZ, 134 HUNTER AVENUE-CONSTRUCT A ONE-STORY ADDITION. Mr. Nazemetz recused himself from participating in the discussion as it is his house. Mr. Nazemetz presented affidavit of proof of mailings to Mr. Margotta. Mr. Nazemetz presented plans and drawings and outlined the project, stating he would be enlarging his breakfast room and his dining room, and stated that real glass blocks would be installed and the finish would be scored stucco to match the rest of the house and house would have more privacy. Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia to open the meeting for public comments. Carried. There being no public comments, Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Mr. Wichmann to close the meeting for public comments. Carried. �-7Discussion followed regarding the removal of windows and the installation of glass block to provide privacy, and Ms. Aloia moved, seconded by Mr. Wichmann to approve the application as submitted. Carried. 10. WILLIAN CARPIO, 160 CORTLANDT STREET-SIGN PERMIT-CONTINUED. Mr. Nazemetz stated that the application would be continued to the August meeting. 11. HAND, 121 FARRINGTON AVENUE-RETAINING WALL,DRIVEWAY & DRAINAGE. Mr. Nazemetz stated that the application ttbuld be continued to the August meeting. 12. MUTH, 16 POKAHOE DRIVE-ADD TWO DORMERS. Mr. Nazemetz stated that the application would be continued to the August meeting. Mr. Nazemetz stated that the next meeting of the Board would be held on August 27th, 2003. MINUTES Mr. ^McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia that the Minutes of June 25th, 2003 be approved as presented except for the following correction: Page 5- Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Mr. Sachman that the Van Hengel application be postponed until the August 27th, 2003 meeting. Carried. There being no further business to come before the Bojsad Mr. McCarthy moved, seconded by Ms. Aloia that the same be duly adjourned. Carried. Respectfully submitted, Irehe Amato Acting Clerk 11:40 P.M. � 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-2003 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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