https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/5e066efa4bdac135e6f7d858eb8fcf2b.pdf 9a88a7fe539251ceee91097926a36000 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING -APPROVED April 20, 2005 The meeting was called to order by Robert Anello, Chairman at 8:02 pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: Robert Anello, Chairman Eliot Martone Wes Trunko James Galgano Linda Moiron Gordon Swartz Absent : Peter Koffler Also Present: Sean McCarthy (Village Architect/Village of Sleepy Hollow) Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Agenda: 1) Pichardo 2) Minutes 36 Hudson Street Announcements: None. 1) Pichardo – This is an application for variances to construct a two-story addition to the residence where the proposed construction creates the following non-compliances: Lot area Minimum lot area = 4000-sq. ft. Existing lot area = 2351-sq ft. Lot Width Minimum lot width = 40.0-feet Existing lot width = 25.0-feet Floor area ratio (FAR) Maximum FAR = 0.50 Existing FAR = 0.53 �Front Yard Minimum front yard = 20.0-feet Existing front yard = 3.0-feet One Side Yard Minimum one side yard = 3.0-feet Existing one side yard = 1.0-feet Combined Side Yards Minimum combined side yards = 12.0-feet Existing combined side yards = 7.0-feet Lot Coverage Maximum lot coverage = 35% Existing lot coverage = 27% Proposed lot coverage = 42% Floor Area Regulations Maximum floor area ratio = 0.50 Existing floor area ratio = 0.53 Proposed floor area ratio = 0.79 Parking Spaces Required – two parking spaces. Proposed – none. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. The Chair stated that this is a re-notice. The public notice was read aloud. The Chair stated that the Board was in receipt of the following: 1) Application dated 01/01/05 2) Building plans dated 12/28/04 Jon Turnquist is the project architect and is representing this application along with the owner, Rosetta Pichardo. Jon Turnquist stated that parking leases have also been submitted to the Board. He stated that the owners want to add onto the house due to hardship (submitted to Board). He stated that a master bedroom, bathroom, and family room are proposed to be added. He stated that the family has outgrown the house. He stated that only one closet APPROVED - Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting, April 20, 2005 2 �exists for the entire family. He stated that the bathroom is on the lower level of the house. The proposed bedrooms are on the upper level of the house. He stated that the finishes on the house are in poor condition. He stated the interiors need to be upgraded as well. He stated there are other houses in the neighborhood that have had similar additions in the past. The Chair asked if the FAR or lot coverage data are available for the adjacent buildings. Jon Turnquist responded no. Jon Turnquist reviewed the neighboring houses that have had similar additions. Wes Trunko asked for clarification on the existing conditions versus what is proposed. Jon Turnquist explained the layouts on the drawings. The Chair stated that the square footage would be doubled if this addition were approved. He stated that the FAR is increasing by 50%. He also stated that the lot coverage is already non-conforming. He asked if there was any other data available to support why this variance should be approved. Jon Turnquist stated that parking has been secured. Rosetta Pichardo stated that she has had two-leased parking space for the last 20 years. The Chair asked about the shed. Jon Turnquist stated that the shed could be removed and two parking spaces could be created. The leases were submitted to the Board. The Chair reviewed the photos of other neighboring houses. He compared the existing house with the proposed addition to other houses in the neighborhood as they are presented on the plans. The Chair asked if any thought was given to requesting a smaller addition. The Chair stated that the addition is 26-feet long. Juan Pichardo stated that a smaller addition would not allow sufficient space for his family. The Chair asked if only one additional bedroom could be added to each apartment to make 2-two bedroom apartments instead of the proposed three bedroom units. The Chair reviewed the FAR, lot coverage and Rosetta Pichardo stated that the basement currently contains the kitchen and living room. She stated that her apartment has 2-bedrooms and that one additional bedroom is proposed. She also stated that one additional bedroom is proposed for the upstairs apartment. APPROVED - Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting, April 20, 2005 3 �The Board corrected the applicant since there are two bedrooms proposed in both apartments. The Chair stated that this is a small house in a small neighborhood. He stated that the proposal could be reduced and still accomplishes the needs of the applicant. Jon Turnquist asked if one bedroom could be eliminated from the second floor. The Chair stated that the addition pushes the house to the rear. He is concerned with cars being able to turn-around. The Chair opened the public hearing. Bill and Clara Teagle (38 Hudson Street). He stated that he shares the common driveway. He stated that parking two cars in the rear is difficult. He stated that extending the house to the rear as proposed, parking in the rear would be tough. The Chair reviewed the plans particularly the post-construction dimensions in the rear. Jose Chuchuca (22 Hudson Street). He stated that he approves of the application. Eliot Martone made a motion to close the public hearing. Linda Moiron seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). Jon Turnquist stated that he could reduce the proposed addition by 5-feet by removing a proposed internal spiral staircase. The Chair stated that parking is still a problem. He stated that the proposal could be reduced further. He also stated that the drawings should be accurate to what is being proposed. The Chair stated that the proposal should conform to other houses in the neighborhood. He stated that permanent parking spaces should be secured in case the Village decided to use the area where cars are being parked. Eliot Martone stated that a dangerous precedent could be set by allowing such a large addition in this area. Gordon Swartz stated that he understands the needs of the family. He stated that the family needs some relief in order to accommodate the size of their family. He also stated that the proposal is too big. He stated that some changes should be allowed in order to let the needs of the family be satisfied. The Chair asked why the proposed extension indents inward. Jon Turnquist responded that it is a building code requirement. Sean McCarthy responded that the indentation is required for fire separation and emergency access. The Chair asked if the applicant would return with revised plans that reflect the Board’s comments. APPROVED - Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting, April 20, 2005 4 �Jon Turnquist responded yes. He stated that the lower level could be brought inward. The Chair stated that two 3-bedroom units would contribute to the parking congestion in the area. He stated that the number of bedrooms should be reduced. He cited 38 and 54 Hudson Street as examples of sizes to follow. Eliot Martone made a motion to adjourn this application to the next meeting. Linda Moiron seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). 2) Minutes – The minutes for March 2005 were reviewed. Jim Galgano made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Eliot Martone seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). Adjourned at 8:52 p.m. APPROVED - Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting, April 20, 2005 5 � 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 Zoning Board Minutes & Resolutions-2005 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. 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/. 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