https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/66b01e4d4fece17eb2d7df2cf3fe14ca.pdf 034d3fceba50a395a0d9a76fa97347e8 PDF Text Text The meeting was called to order by Peter Koffler, Chairman at 8:02 pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: Peter Koffler, Chairman M. Gorete Crowe Timothy Judge Michael Wernick Linda Moiron Sherry Bishko Absent : Jennifer Lobato-Church Also Present: Sean McCarthy (Village of Sleepy Hollow/Building Inspector) Janet Gandolfo (Village Attorney) Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Agenda: 1) David Beaton 2) Minutes for May 2011 167 Millard Ave Construct deck and stone terrace 167 Millard Ave Construct deck and stone terrace Announcements: None. 1) David Beaton The Chair read the public notice aloud for the record. The Chair asked if the proof of mailings was submitted. Sean McCarthy responded yes. The Chair stated that the Board had received the following: 1) application 2) drawing dated 4-13-11 Sergio Marin is the project architect and is representing this application along with owner, Rebecca Beaton. He stated that 20% of their property is unusable due to the steep grade changes. Rebecca Beaton spoke to the Board. She stated that they want to capitalize on the most used part of their home. She stated that the proposed deck would allow their family to spend more time outside in a safer manner. �Sergio Marin reviewed the proposed changes for the Board. He stated that the proposed addition would not be detrimental to the community. He reviewed the proposed variances for the Board. He stated that the side yard setback variance will be for a deck that is only 6" above the grade. He asked for clarification regarding the combined side yard setback variance requirement. Sean McCarthy explained the combined side yard setback calculation. Sergio Marin stated that the proposed terrace will be at grade level. Sean McCarthy explained that the calculations are correct and the variance is still required. Sergio Marin stated that he would reduce the number of variances by reducing the deck on the east side. He stated that variance #2 would be eliminated and variance #3 would be reduced. The Chair stated that the proposed combined side yard setback would be reduced to 8-foot. The Chair asked if this is the original application. Sean McCarthy stated that the previous application was withdrawn. Linda Moiron asked about the letters received from the public for this application. Sean McCarthy responded that the Village has received 3 letters on this application. He stated that one letter is dated June 11, 2011 and 2 letters dated July 26, 2010. Sergio Marin summarized the proposed variances for the Board. The Chair asked the applicant to discuss the criteria for approving the variances. Sergio Marin stated that the applicant is undergoing a hardship because they cannot fully use their property. The Chair asked if the Board had any questions. There were none. The Chair opened the public hearing. Ken Anderson from 275 Millard Ave stated that he is in favor of the proposed application. Shelley Robinson of Kelbourne Ave stated that she opposes the application. She likes the shady environment. Since there were no further public comments, the Chair made a motion to close the public hearing. Timothy Judge seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). Sergio Marin stated that no trees will be removed as part of this application. Sherry Bishko asked about the proposed materials. �Sergio Marin responded that Trex® materials are proposed. He presented photos of the existing conditions to the Board. The Chair stated that the streetscape will be impacted by the columns. Sergio Marin responded that the owners will install some additional landscaping around the posts to make it blend in with the surroundings. Timothy Judge asked if there were any other approvals required. Sean McCarthy responded that ARB approval is also required. M. Gorete Crowe asked about the view in the wintertime. Sergio Marin responded that the columns will be visible. The Chair stated that it was hard to visualize the potential impacts of the application since it was hard to see the property from the street. He stated that the application has been amended to eliminate 3 of the 6 proposed variances. He stated that he would like to see a clear diagram of the revised application and also see the site up close to visualize where the proposed columns would be installed. Sherry Bishko agreed. The Chair stated that the Board should see the site up close. Janet Gandolfo stated that if the Board would visit the site as a group, the public should be made aware so that they can attend if they want. Sergio Marin requested an adjournment to the next meeting. The Board unanimously agreed (6-0). 2) Minutes for May 2011 The minutes for the May 2011 meeting were reviewed. The Chair made a motion to approve the May 2011 minutes as submitted. Timothy Judge seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). Adjourned 8:45 pm. � 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-2011 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/. Title A name given to the resource MINS_ZONING_2011-06-15 Subject The topic of the resource Zoning Board Minutes & Resolutions-2011 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2011 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Village of Sleepy Hollow All Rights Reserved. Type The nature or genre of the resource Text