https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/7052a5e0324d0848c4b4eb287fdb40cb.pdf 0e4afc4ffc19d17daf626a4508831966 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING-APPROVED July 28, 2004 The meeting was called to order by Don Stever, Chair at 8:06 p.m. Present: Don Stever, Chairman Paul Wichmann Elvira Aloia Carter Sackman Absent: Barbara Fina Also Present: Sean McCarthy (Village Architect) Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Agenda: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) CARS, Inc Baseseu Becker Glover Cabreja Rodrigues Galgano Arevelo Armster 333 North Broadway 37 Pierson Avenue 5 Millard Ave 35 Holland Avenue 42 Pocantico Street 72 Chestnut Street 59 Sleepy Hollow Road 38 Chestnut Street 54 Hudson Terrace Revised Sign Addition & Patio Front Portico Front renovation & addition Relocate retaining wall 2nd floor addition Garage Continued Renovations, additions & garage removal 10) Approval of Minutes for April & June 2004 meeting 11) Other business Announcements – The Chair stated that since only four members are present, a unanimous vote would be required for approval. 1) CARS, Inc Gino Torena is the applicant and is representing the application. Gino Torena stated that the previously approved sign is too small. He stated that he would like to change the sign from 3’ x 3’ to a larger 4’ x 6’. He also stated that he would like to add the text “Firestone/Bridgestone” on the sign. The Chair opened the meeting for public comments. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public comment period. The Chair asked if the Board had any comments. �Paul Wichmann noted that the increase is substantial. He stated that the proposed sign will be large on the existing pole. There was an open discussion on the location and the size of the existing sign. Gino Torena submitted photos to demonstrate the size of the existing sign. He spoke about installing bay banners that would be displayed in front of the property. Sean McCarthy stated that the banners will be permanent and need to be submitted to the Board for approval. Paul Wichmann made a motion to approve the increase in the size of the sign from 3’x 3’ to 4’ x 6”. Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 2) Baseseu Elizabeth Baseseu is the applicant and is representing the application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Sean McCarthy stated that the applicant had received a variance from the ZBA. Elizabeth Baseseu stated that she is looking to expand the existing driveway. She stated that the neighbors expressed several concerns so the driveway will be moved in 8” into the property to address the neighbors concerns on the retaining wall. The Chair stated that the proposed 6-foot fence is not allowed under the Village Zoning Code. He stated that only a 5-foot fence is allowed in the rear and side yards up to the front yard setback. He also stated that only a 3-foot fence is permitted in the front yard. There was an open discussion on the fence height. Sean McCarthy read the appropriate Village Code section aloud. The Chair stated that only a minor portion of the proposed addition (open portico and fences) is within the Board’s jurisdiction. The Chair opened the meeting for public comments. Robert Ryan (25 Pierson Ave) stated that he has several concerns: 1) Existing fence between properties is a 6-foot high fence. He stated that by changing the fence height to 5-feet will open the views. He is opposed to the change is fence height. Architectural Review Board meeting, July 28, 2004-APPROVED 2 �There was an open discussion on the zoning code and the permitted fence height. 2) He stated that he is not proposed to the proposed work. He stated that the brick wall in the front would have to be shortened. 3) Each house has a green space on the side of the house. He stated that the proposed driveway would eliminate the applicants existing green space. 4) He stated that he is concerned with the driveway being located within 2-feet of his house. He expressed concerns about water infiltration into the basement of his residence. Since there were no further public comments, the Chair closed the public comment period. Paul Wichmann asked if the wall would be restored. Elizabeth Baseseu responded that it would be replaced. Paul Wichmann asked if there is blacktop on the existing driveway. Elizabeth Baseseu responded that there is some blacktop and some gravel. Paul Wichmann stated that he is concerned with drainage on the site. Elizabeth Baseseu responded that curtain drains will be installed around the driveway to maintain drainage on site. Carter Sackman stated that he would like to see the pillars in the front preserved. He stated that he is concerned with the fence and that the wall materials are not established. He stated that he would like to see samples. Sean McCarthy responded that the application calls for the fence to be replaces. He stated that the fence will be the same as existing. Elvira Aloia asked if there are any code requirements for the driveway. Sean McCarthy responded that since the driveway is for a residential purpose and that it is for no more than 3 cars, it is allowed. He stated that the wall will have to be moved to have some excavations done on the neighbors’ property. Carter Sackman stated that more information is needed on the stone wall materials. Paul Wichmann made a motion to approve the fence as submitted subject to meeting the Zoning Code, deferring action on the driveway and wall until the Building Department can obtain more information. Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 3) Becker Robert Barstow is the project architect and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Architectural Review Board meeting, July 28, 2004-APPROVED 3 �Robert Barstow summarized the proposed changes. He stated that the existing stoop would be changed. He also stated that he would verify the setback dimensions. The Chair opened the meeting for public comments. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public comment period. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 4) Glover Robert Glover is the applicant and is representing the application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Robert Glover stated that the front porch will be changed to a cedar porch. He stated tat ha bay window would be installed in the front. He stated that the upstairs would be expanded. The Chair asked if the tree would remain. Robert Glover responded yes. The Chair asked if the rear elevation is visible from the street. Robert Glover responded no. The Chair opened the meeting for public comments. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public comment period. Elvira Aloia stated that the addition appears to be completely different from the existing structure. Paul Wichmann noted the dissimilarities in the windows. Robert Glover stated that the architect selected the windows. Carter Sackman stated that he was concerned with the selection of a bay window in the front of the house. There was an open discussion on how the architect could make the proposed renovations more symmetrical. Paul Wichmann stated that the front elevation needs more detail. The Board unanimously agreed that the design architect would call the Village Architect to discuss. Carter Sackman made a motion to adjourn this application to the next meeting. Paul Wichmann seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). Architectural Review Board meeting, July 28, 2004-APPROVED 4 �5) Cabreja John Turnquist is the project architect and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. John Turnquist stated that the new poured concrete wall will replace the existing stone retaining wall. He stated that the existing finishes would be matched. He also stated that the parking would be created in the front yard. He also stated that the applicant has received a zoning variance for the proposed work. The Chair opened the meeting for public comments. Catherine Cappello (next-door neighbor) stated that she was concerned with her underground storage tank and the proposed work. She stated that she had no problems with the proposed parking in the front yard. John Turnquist responded that the new wall would be reinforced concrete with a stucco finish. Since there were no further public comments, the Chair closed the public comment period. Paul Wichmann stated that he was concerned with the construction methods for the retaining wall. There was an open discussion on the ARB’s jurisdiction. Elvira Aloia stated that she would like to see the stone all the way around. She did not like the stucco finish. John Turnquist stated that no work was being performed on the house itself. Several alternatives were discussed. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve the application with the following conditions: 1) Replace the existing masonry stairs with rails to match the porch. 2) South elevation of stairs at the elevation of the parking area to be finished with stone. 3) Wall should be changed to poured reinforced concrete instead of originally proposed concrete block. 4) Planting bed between house and 9’ stone retaining wall. 5) Subject to obtaining a permit to remove trees from Village Tree Commission. Paul Wichmann seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). Architectural Review Board meeting, July 28, 2004-APPROVED 5 �6) Rodrigues John Turnquist is the project architect and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. He also stated that a variance was obtained for the proposed project. John Turnquist described the proposed project. He stated that the project would mimic the existing dwelling unit. He stated that the finishes would match the existing. He stated that two bedrooms would be added on the second floor. Paul Wichmann asked about the exterior finishes on the left-hand and right-hand sides of the house. John Turnquist responded that the exterior on the left side was stucco and on the right side was aluminum siding. The Chair opened the meeting for public comments. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public comment period. Paul Wichmann stated that he would like to see more exterior diversity. Carter Sackman made a motion to adjourn this application to the next meeting. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 7) Galgano John Turnquist is the project architect and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. John Turnquist stated that the applicant wants to add a garage. He stated that the exterior finish of the house is clapboard siding. He stated that all exterior finishes would be matched on the garage. He stated that the garage would have windows and would have exterior brass lighting to match the house. He stated that the roof shingles would also match the house. He also stated that the garage is proposed to be constructed 1-foot back from the house to make the structure appear more uniform. The Chair opened the meeting for public comments. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public comment period. Carter Sackman made a motion to adjourn this application to the next meeting. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). Architectural Review Board meeting, July 28, 2004-APPROVED 6 �8) Arevelo This is a continuation from a previous meeting. Pete Ruchiano is representing this application on behalf of the applicant. Pete Ruchiano spoke about the proposed project. He stated that the project would remove the top door and replace it with a window. He showed photos of the current conditions property. The Chair asked why the porch roof was being eliminated. Pete Ruchiano responded that the owner wants to eliminate the current roof. Pete Ruchiano spoke about the exterior changes and the proposed railings. The Chair stated that he was concerned with the removal of the porch. Paul Wichmann stated that he was concerned with the structural loads. There was an open discussion on the submitted documents. The Board expressed concerns on the completeness of the submitted drawings and supporting documents. The Board unanimously agreed that they wanted to see all components together to make an aesthetic decision. The Chair opened the meeting for public comments. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public comment period. Carter Sackman made a motion to deny the application. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 9) Armster – Svem Armster is the applicant and is representing this application. Svem Armster gave an overview of the proposed renovations via a mass model. He stated that the house is a 2-family house. He described the changes to the exterior and that the gable would be extended forward. The Chair opened the meeting for public comments. Tony Celente (owns house next door) stated that he supports the proposed project. Since there were no further public comments, the Chair closed the public comment period. Sean McCarthy asked about the roof materials Svem Armster responded asphalt shingles. Architectural Review Board meeting, July 28, 2004-APPROVED 7 �Paul Wichmann made a motion to approve the application with the following conditions: 1) cedar tongue and groove exterior 2) trim to be semi-transparent stain 3) trim material to be white cedar 4) aluminum gutters 5) windows to be Marvin casement 6) rail construction to be 1”x4” with 4-inch spacing and a 1”x3” cap 7) garage to be demolished Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 10) Approval of Minutes for April & June 2004 meeting The Chair made a motion to approve the April 2004 meeting minutes as amended. Paul Wichmann seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). The Chair made a motion to approve the June 2004 meeting minutes as submitted. Paul Wichmann seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 11) Other business The Board entered into executive session at 10:20pm. The meeting resumed at 10:22pm. No action was taken. Adjourned at 10:26 pm to the next meeting. 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