https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/32afe70b968d8f061678590b213ee80e.pdf d3f0e2c3ec924bc1e1d5b5c6a8fe9991 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING-APPROVED June 23, 2004 The meeting was called to order by Don Stever, Chair at 8:11 p.m. Present: Don Stever, Chairman Paul Wichmann Sean McCarthy Barbara Fina Absent: Elvira Aloia Carter Sackman Also Present: Sean McCarthy (Village Architect) Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Agenda: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) Approval of Minutes for April and May 2004 meetings Ester Quendo 86 Beekman Avenue Sign Permit (Cont.) Thomas Walek 532 Bellwood Avenue Addition Jennifer Lema 55 Chestnut Street Front Porch Mr. Arevelo 38 Chestnut Street Porch Renovations Santo Favilla 551 Munroe Avenue Stone veneer Elaine Metcalf 127 Devries Avenue 2nd floor addition/new porch Marcelo Poguio 15 Sleepy Hollow Road Rear addition/roof alteration Ichabod’s Landing Announcements – The summer meeting schedule was discussed. The Chair stated that the summer schedule would have to be further discussed with absent members Elvira Aloia and Carter Sackman to check their availability. 1) Approval of Minutes for April and May 2004 meetings The minutes for the April 28, 2004 meeting will be reviewed at the next meeting. The minutes for the May 26, 2004 meeting were reviewed. Paul Wichmann made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Barbara Fina seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 2) Ester Quendo This is a continuation from previous meetings. �There was nobody present to represent this application. The Chair asked if the window sign is still installed in the front window. Sean McCarthy responded yes. The Chair stated that this matter is an enforcement issue. It was agreed that the Village would proceed with enforcement action against the applicant. Barbara Fina made a motion to deny the applicant’s submission to install window signage. It was also noted that the window sign was installed without a permit. Paul Wichmann seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 3) Thomas Walek – The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Leonard Weinberg is the project architect and is representing this application along with Thomas Walek. Leonard Weinberg stated that the owners want to expand the garage. He stated that the screened porch would be modified for usable space. He stated that the exteriors would match the existing. The Chair asked what was visible from the street. Leonard Weinberg responded that the garage expansion is visible. Barbara Fina asked if the garage would still be used for cars. Leonard Weinberg responded yes. Sean McCarthy stated that the applicant has already received a variance for the proposed work. The Chair asked if there were any other Board comments. There was none. The Chair asked if there were any public comments. There was none. Barbara Fina made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Paul Wichmann seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). APPROVED - Architectural Review Board meeting, June 23, 2004 2 �4) Jennifer Lema – The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Jennifer Lema described the proposed work. She stated that the existing porch would be replaced. She stated that the porch roof would be slightly different from the existing roof. She stated that the siding would match in style but the entire house would be completely painted to give a uniform appearance. Paul Wichmann stated that he is concerned with the 6x6 wood post as a structural component. He stated that he would rather see ornamental iron or steel supports. The Chair asked if there were any other Board comments. There was none. The Chair asked if there were any public comments. There was none. Barbara Fina asked if there are risers on the stairs. Jennifer Lema responded that the stairs are not being changed. Paul Wichmann made a motion to approve the application with the recommendation to change the wood supports to steel. The Chair seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 5) Mr. Arevelo – The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Pete Ruchiano is representing the applicant. He stated that the application includes removing and replacing a brick wall in the sub-basement. He stated that the wall requires immediate structural repairs. He also stated that the top floor door would be converted to a window. He also stated that the top porch would be eliminated. Barbara Fina asked about the proposed roof. Pete Ruchiano responded that the existing roof structure is deteriorated and will be removed and replaced with concrete. Barbara Fina stated that the drawings are not detailed enough. Paul Wichmann agreed. The Chair asked if the property was a single-family residence. Pete Ruchiano responded yes. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board meeting, June 23, 2004 3 �Barbara Fina stated that she wants to know all finishes, types of windows, materials, etc. She stated that without this information, she would deny the application. Pete Ruchiano stated that water is infiltrating the applicant’s basement and that structural repairs are needed immediately. Paul Wichmann responded that emergency matters should be directed to the Building Department. He stated that more information is needed on the proposed renovations. It was agreed that the applicant would return with drawings that are more detailed. 6) Santo Favilla – The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Domenic Rendina is representing the applicant. He described the existing stoop. He stated that the existing stoop would be changed to a stone veneer. He presented photos of the current house and renderings of the proposed work. Sean McCarthy stated that the applicant currently has building permits for the walkway and the lawn sprinkler system. The Chair asked if there were any other Board comments. There was none. The Chair asked if there were any public comments. There was none. Paul Wichmann made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Barbara Fina seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 7) Elaine Metcalf – The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Lawrence Slate is representing the applicant. He discussed the proposed changes. He stated that the 2nd floor would be added. He spoke about the new wood porch. He also stated that the proposed finishes would match the existing. Sean McCarthy stated that the applicant has received a variance for the front yard setback. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board meeting, June 23, 2004 4 �Barbara Fina stated that the widows are small on the proposed second floor addition. Lawrence Slate responded that the new windows are small for privacy and to accommodate the existing roofline. Barbara Fina stated that the colors are contrasting. Lawrence Slate responded that the trim is white and the stucco is celery. He stated that the roof is gray. He also stated that the fieldstone veneer would be added to the structure. Barbara Fina asked about the railing colors. Lawrence Slate responded that the railings would be painted wood and the color would be white. The Chair asked if there were any other Board comments. There was none. The Chair asked if there were any public comments. There was none. Barbara Fina made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Paul Wichmann seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 8) Marcelo Poguio – The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. The Chair asked if any variances were required because of the proposed work. Sean McCarthy responded no variances are required. Steven Costa is representing the applicant. He briefly described the proposed changes. He stated that the window locations would remain the same. He stated that the roof would be replaced. He also stated that the siding would be silver-gray in color. The Chair asked if there were any other Board comments. There was none. The Chair asked if there were any public comments. There was none. There was an open discussion on the location of the windows and the location of the dormers. Paul Wichmann asked if an 8” band could be installed at the roofline to enhance the appearance. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board meeting, June 23, 2004 5 �Steven Costa agreed that a band could be installed. Paul Wichmann made a motion to approve the application as submitted with the condition that an 8-10” band be installed on the underside of the roof eave and that the band continue around the entire house. Barbara Fina seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 9) Ichabod’s Landing Bruce Lozito is representing this application along with Architect, John Carver. Bruce Lozito presented the approved site plan to the Board. He discussed the details of buildings 1 thru 4. He presented the proposed materials for all buildings. He provided brick samples, stucco colors, trim, etc. He also spoke about the retail space. John Carver stated that each retail space would be different from the others. Barbara Fina asked if the facades would be uniform or unique. John Carver responded that the facades would be unique. Paul Wichmann asked about the previous suggestion for a conical roof. Bruce Lozito presented a drawing of a conical roof on Building E. The Board agreed that the conical roof is aesthetically preferred. Bruce Lozito discussed the Building 4 front elevations. Sean McCarthy asked about the Building 3 retail space ceiling heights. Bruce Lozito responded that the height ranges from 9-feet to 10 ½-feet. There was an open discussion on retail space signage. John Carver asked if there is a Village height restriction on signage. Sean McCarthy responded that the limitation was 7-feet above the floor. There was an open discussion on the use of marquis style signage for the retail space. Paul Wichmann suggested the use of gooseneck lighting in certain areas. Bruce Lozito reviewed the Building 4 proposed roofing materials. There was an open discussion on the appearance of the Slateline product. Barbara Fina asked if the applicant was providing planters. Bruce Lozito responded yes. He stated that the planters would be made of composite plastic. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board meeting, June 23, 2004 6 �Paul Wichmann questioned the powder coat railing. He stated that it should be made of ornamental iron. John Carver responded that the ornamental iron would be a maintenance issue. There was an open discussion on ways to further detail the railing and make it more decorative. The Chair asked if there were any other Board comments. There was none. The Chair asked if there were any public comments. There was none. Paul Wichmann made a motion to approve the application as submitted subject to subsequent submittals on the following: a) storefront lighting b) railings c) storefront signage (separately submitted) d) installation of conical roof (E-unit on Building 4) The Chair seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). It was agreed that the developer would return for approval on signage for retail space as opposed to dealing with the individual tenants. Adjourned at 10:15 pm to the next meeting. 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