https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/4f009f3fe186f9a99c36c8e70d865177.pdf 73e3f9ff47b03c798c5b67065f7dd25b PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING-APPROVED January 26, 2005 The meeting was called to order by Don Stever, Chairman at 8:04 p.m. Present: Don Stever, Chairman Elvira Aloia Carter Sackman Paul Wichmann Ana Maria McGinnis Absent: Barbara Fina Also Present: Sean McCarthy (Village Architect/Village of Sleepy Hollow) Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Agenda: 1) Berkowitz 45 Hemlock Drive 2) Pagano 35 Hudson Terrace 3) Yeung 254 Harwood Avenue 4) Diaz 168 Cortlandt Street 5) Walters 11 Irving Place 6) Southern 19 Pokahoe Drive 7) Phipps 22 Farrington Avenue 8) Savino 26 Fremont Road 9) Chang 139 Devries Avenue 10) Vilanova/Beekman Ave Laundromat 113-115 Beekman Avenue 11) Derby 8 Kendall Avenue 12) Minutes of the November 2004 meeting Announcements: The Chair explained the Board’s procedures for the public. 1) Berkowitz Jack Berkowitz is representing his application. Jack Berkowitz stated that the original fence was installed at the wrong height. He stated that the fence height would be reduced to the proper height once the Board approves the fence. Sean McCarthy stated that a 3-foot high fence is required for the front yard and a 5-foot fence is required in the side and rear yards. He stated that the fence was installed on the Village right-of-way. He stated that once the fence is moved back to the property line, all of the fire hydrant concerns would be satisfied. �The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Elvira Aloia made a motion to approve the fence with the following conditions: 1) Fence must be painted white 2) Fence must be moved to the property line 3) Fence height in the front yard must be reduced to 3-feet. The Chair seconded. It was unanimous (4-0) (Sackman absent). 2) Pagano The Chair summarized the previous application. Ester Pagano is representing this application. She stated that ivy would be planted on the side and front yards in order to screen the existing chain link fence. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. The Chair asked the Board for comments. Ana Maria McGinnis stated that ivy would not grow fast enough. She stated that hedges should be installed. The Chair stated that a specific commitment must be made as to what type of landscaping would be used. Ester Pagano responded that she would accept an approval with specific landscaping direction from the Board. Paul Wichmann suggested that a 1 ½” – 2” caliper arborvitae would properly screen the fence. There was an open discussion on the location of the landscaping relative to the property line. It was agreed that the Village Architect would work with the applicant to come up with an acceptable landscaping plan. The Chair made a motion to approve the evergreen screening subject to Village Architect approval. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was unanimous (5-0). 3) Yeung Wai Yeung is the applicant and is representing this application along with Grace Yeung. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 26, 2005 2 �and architect, Radoslav Opacic. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Wai Yeung stated that the proposed modifications reflect a custom designed house that would meet the specific needs of his family. He stated that the architectural features reflect his tastes in aesthetics. Radoslav Opacic spoke about the three requirements of the applicant. They are: 1) Expanded entrance 2) Expanded master bedroom 3) Add a home office Radoslav Opacic described the entrance renovations. He discussed the relocation of the master bathroom. He spoke about the creation of a home office in the attic. He stated that the sloped roof eliminates the visual impact from the street. He stated that extra efforts were made to minimize the massing effects. He stated that the style is modern and compared the design to another modern house in Philipse Manor. Ana Maria McGinnis asked about the exterior surfaces. Radoslav Opacic responded that the roof is a zinc-copper product, limestone stucco would be used and that all of the windows proposed are made of steel construction. He provided some samples for the Board. Carter Sackman asked about the garage. Radoslav Opacic responded that the garage is a one-car detached garage in the rear of the property. The Chair asked Sean McCarthy if the attic space was habitable. Sean McCarthy responded that a fire suppression system is required. He stated that the applicant has proposed a fire suppression system as part of the renovations. Radoslav Opacic stated that all existing trees would remain. He stated that extensive additional landscaping is proposed. He submitted photos of neighboring houses to the Board to illustrate other architectural styles. Ana Maria McGinnis asked if the garage is existing. Radoslav Opacic responded no. He stated that a shed currently exists. Carter Sackman asked about the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) requirements. Radoslav Opacic responded that the numbers were not available for the meeting. There was an open discussion to calculate how much additional square footage is being added. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 26, 2005 3 �Sean McCarthy stated that as per the FAR 4200 square feet is allowed. Radoslav Opacic responded that the structure would not be larger than 4200 square feet. The Chair opened the public hearing. John Bogus (266 Harwood Ave) stated that he was concerned with a modern style house in a historic neighborhood. He stated that he is also concerned with the height of the roof and the appearance of enclosing in his adjacent property. Radoslav Opacic responded that the side of the house closest to 266 Harwood has been reduced in height by 13-feet. Amy Bogus (266 Harwood Ave) stated that she is concerned with the appearance of enclosing her rear yard as well as the landscaping between the houses. There was an open discussion on the existing house and the proposed house. Carter Sackman stated that the roofline would appear more massive from the street. He stated that the materials and designs are impressive. He noted a modern style home on Bellwood Ave. He stated that the style would not fit into the neighborhood due to the closeness of neighboring homes. Mary Ellen Joy (533 Riverside Ave) stated that the historic design is predominant in the area. She stated that are no other contemporary houses in the area. She is concerned with the style in the community specifically with the height of the structure. She stated that the proposed structure seems large for the property and the neighboring houses. Since there were no further public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Carter Sackman made a motion to discuss this application further at the next meeting. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was decided that the applicant would take digital photos of the mass model and send the photos to Sean McCarthy for distribution to the Board members. It was unanimous (5-0). 4) Diaz – This is a continuation from previous meetings. Jon Turnquist is the project architect and is representing this application on behalf of the owner. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 26, 2005 4 �Jon Turnquist summarized the application from the previous meetings. He stated that the backlit sign as been removed. He stated that the applicant would install an awning and shutters on the upstairs windows. Carter Sackman questioned the use of marble tiles. Jon Turnquist responded that the owner wanted to spend money to renovate the exterior as well. The Chair stated that the Village is concerned with so many similar style awnings on Beekman Ave. He also stated that the applicant should re-address the use of marble in the front of the building. Carter Sackman suggested that the applicant install an old-fashion hand-crank awning. Jon Turnquist stated that the applicant would return with a revised design for the awning and store front without marble tiles. This was adjourned to the next meeting. 5) Walters Jon Turnquist is the project architect and is representing this application on behalf of the owner. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Jon Turnquist stated that the project included replacing a dilapidated garage. He stated that the roof would be replaced as well as the garage door. He stated that a larger door would be installed to accommodate a larger vehicle. Paul Wichmann asked if wood siding would be installed. Jon Turnquist responded that wood siding is not in the applicant’s budget. Carter Sackman asked if this would be visible from the street. Sean McCarthy responded yes. The Chair questioned how much of the garage is visible from the street since the lot is only 30-feet wide and the garage is in the rear. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve as submitted. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was unanimous (5-0). APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 26, 2005 5 �6) Southern – Jean Southern is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Jean Southern submitted proof that letters were provided to the neighbors. Sean McCarthy stated that adequate notice was provided. Jean Southern spoke about the proposed window replacement. She stated that the kitchen window would be replaced with a bow window. She stated that two other windows would be replaced with bow windows. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Ana Maria McGinnis seconded. Elvira Aloia asked why two different kinds of windows were proposed. Jean Southern responded that the windows would be the same. The submitted sample is only a catalog cut sheet. It was unanimous (5-0). 7) Phipps – George O’Reilly is the builder and is representing this application on behalf of the owner. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. George O’Reilly discussed the proposed project. He stated that the siding and exterior trim would remain. Paul Wichmann asked why the windows are different. George O’Reilly responded that the owners would eventually change all of the windows to match. The Chair asked if the side door is visible from the street. George O’Reilly responded not much of the side door is visible. Carter Sackman asked if the North elevation is the only view from the street. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 26, 2005 6 �George O’Reilly responded yes. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Elvira Aloia stated that she was concerned that the new windows are not matching the existing windows. Paul Wichmann made a motion to approve the application with the condition that mutton bars are installed on the casement windows in order to match the appearance of the existing windows. Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (5-0). 8) Savino Vincent Savino is the owner and is representing his application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Vincent Savino submitted drawings to the Board. He stated that the work was started but stopped by the Building Department. He stated that the purpose of the work was to remove the incline of the master bedroom and square off the room. The Chair stated that more details are needed on the drawings. Vincent Savino stated that the house is a fixer-upper and that extensive cosmetic improvements have already been made. He stated that in the future, they would be performing some additional work. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Paul Wichmann made a motion to approve this application as submitted. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was unanimous (5-0). 9) Chang – Joe Bertilino is the project architect and is representing this application along with owner Judith Chang. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 26, 2005 7 �Joe Bertilino spoke about the proposed renovations. He stated that the existing porch would be removed and a library would be added. He stated that the roof on the side entry would be removed. He stated that a larger kitchen would be added. He also stated that the rear addition would be re-done in order to make the space more usable. He stated that the 2nd floor would have a master bedroom and master bath added as well. He also stated that the existing garage would be removed. Lastly, he stated that a new roof, shutters and double hung windows would be provided. He also stated that the garage would be designed to match the house. Ana Maria McGinnis questioned the alignment of the upper windows. Judith Chang responded that she wants to preserve the windows and not break open any more walls. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Elvira Aloia made a motion to approve the application as submitted. Paul Wichmann seconded. It was unanimous (5-0). 10) Vilanova/Beekman Ave Laundromat – Steve Chon is the project architect and is representing this application along with owners, Jose and Dave Vilanova. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Steve Chon spoke about the views of the building from Kendall Ave. There was an open discussion on the location of the building. Paul Wichmann asked if the business would be 100% coin-operated. Steve Chon responded yes. Ana Maria McGinnis asked about the changes to the facade. Steve Chon responded that the windows would be changing. He also stated that louvers would be added. Sean McCarthy stated that the exhaust system would be moved as far to the rear of the property as possible. Elvira Aloia asked about the noise from the dryers. Steve Chon responded that the exhaust system would act like a chimney. The Chair opened the public hearing. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 26, 2005 8 �Ralph Derby (8 Kendall Ave) asked about the exhaust system. Steve Chon responded that only hot air would be exhausted. He stated that the dryers would catch all of the lint. Since there were no further public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Paul Wichmann asked if a new awning was proposed. Jose Vilanova responded yes. He stated that the colors would match the existing awning. There was an open discussion on the location of the gooseneck exhaust and the possibility of relocating it to eliminate its visibility. Carter Sackman asked if there would be a program in place to maintain the exhaust system so that lint does not escape. Jose Vilanova responded yes. Carter Sackman stated that he would like to see a brick veneer on the exterior instead of the metal paneling. There was an open discussion on possible exterior systems that could be used. Carter Sackman stated that the applicant should return with a revised design based on the Board’s comments. He stated that the awning and sign submissions should be revised. Sean McCarthy stated that the applicant needs to resolve the West elevation in order to continue the interior work. He stated that a sign is proposed on the West elevation. There was an open discussion on possible signs. It was agreed that the applicant would work with the Village Architect to resolve. Paul Wichmann made a motion to grant a conditional approval for the West Elevation without the sign. He stated that the South elevation would be adjourned to the next meeting. The sign issues would be worked out with the Building Department. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was unanimous (5-0). 11) Derby Ralph Derby is the owner and is representing his application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 26, 2005 9 �Ralph Derby stated that he wants to install new doors and windows on the exterior of the building. He stated that he wants a more uniform appearance. Ana Maria McGinnis asked about the exterior colors. Ralph Derby responded that the exterior would remain a white stucco exterior. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve as submitted. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was unanimous (5-0). 12) Minutes of the November 2004 meeting – The minutes for November 2004 were reviewed. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Elvira Aloia seconded. It was unanimous (5-0). Adjourned at 10:22 p.m. Respectfully Submitted APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, January 26, 2005 10 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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