https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/7934d577d4c271456b4f1cb22d1347f3.pdf 8db3e5faf9d471ec2f9b17b7320ed0c1 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING -APPROVED October 28, 2009 The meeting was called to order by David Pysh, Chairman at 8:05pm. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: David Pysh, Chairman Ana Maria McGinnis Pat Piereson Carter Sackman Absent: Sandra Tripp Also Present: Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Sean McCarthy (Village Building Department) Announcements: None. Agenda: 1) Phelps Memorial Hospital 701 North Broadway 2) Mahopac National Bank 49 Beekman Avenue 3) Clayton 91 New Broadway 4) Sean McGuigan 36 Fremont Road 5) Minutes June, July and September 2009 New sign Accessible Ramp New fence Addition and Alterations 1) Phelps Memorial Hospital New Sign - 701 North Broadway This is a continuation from previous meetings. Kerry Pisano is a Vice President at Phelps Hospital. He is representing this application along with planner, Donna Maiello. Kerry Pisano stated that the Medical Center has revised the proposed sign to reflect many of the Boards comments. He reviewed the changes for the record. The changes included reducing the size of the sign and adding “Emergency Room” to the sign. Donna Maiello presented the landscape plan to the Board. Carter Sackman asked about the material for the cap. Kerry Pisano responded that he did not know. Carter Sackman asked about the slope in front of the sign. �Kerry Pisano responded that the graphics are making it appear sloped. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the public hearing was closed. The Chair asked if there is any concern about light pollution. Kerry Pisano responded that the existing sign is back-lit and there are no issues. The Chair stated that the revised plan is a big improvement from the previous versions. The Chair made a motion to approve the application as submitted with the condition that the cornice and base piece consist of pre-cast concrete or stone. Ana Maria McGinnis seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 2) Mahopac National Bank 49 Beekman Avenue Accessible ramo - This is a continuation from the previous meeting. Robinson Morel is representing this application on behalf of the bank. Robinson Morel provided a new sketch showing the proposed revisions. He stated that the proposed changes will allow a handicapped accessible entrance. Pat Piereson stated that the comments from the Board’s last meeting suggested that the proposed ramp be modified to be symmetrical with the entrance. Sean McCarthy stated that since the proposed changes encroach onto Village property, approval is needed from the Village Trustees. He stated that the minimum sidewalk distance must be maintained. He stated that a survey will be submitted prior to getting a building permit. The Chair stated that all the dimensions should be noted on the submitted plans so that the Board can better understand the impacts. He stated that the front railing should not be installed on this building. Pat Piereson stated that there is another entrance on N. Washington Street. Robinson Morel stated that there are 2 steps at the side entrance. He also stated that there is not sufficient distance to install the ramp. He stated that the side door is planned to be removed. The Chair asked if the interior of the bank was being renovated. Robinson Morel responded yes. He stated that the same design professionals are designing the interior renovations. Carter Sackman stated that a chair lift could be installed to accomplish the same goals. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 28, 2009 2 �The Chair made a motion to continue this application to the next meeting. He stated that the applicant needs to evaluate options and return with the results. Sean McCarthy suggested that the entrance door be lowered to grade and install a chair lift in the lobby. Carter Sackman stated that he would not be in favor of a ramp in the front entrance. The Chair stated that the applicant should evaluate all options. This was adjourned to the next meeting. 3) Matt & Christine Clayton 91 New Broadway New fence - Matt Clayton is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Matt Clayton stated that the proposed application will install a fence to protect their small children. He stated that the existing fence is an old chain link fence. He stated that the chain link fence will also be replaced. He stated that he is concerned with the safety of his children. Matt Clayton reviewed the location of the 3-foot, 4-foot and 5-foot fence sections. Ana Maria McGinnis asked if a variance is needed. Sean McCarthy stated that the owners are replacing an existing fence so it is permitted. The Chair stated that he was concerned with pressure-treated posts. Sean McCarthy stated that the contractor is proposing white cedar posts. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since there were no public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. There was an open discussion on the type of wood to be used for the fence. Pat Piereson made a motion to approve the application as submitted with the recommendation to stain the fence white. Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 28, 2009 3 �4) Sean McGuigan 36 Fremont Rd Addition and alteration - Michael Piccirillo is the project architect and is presenting this application on behalf of the applicant. The Chair asked if the returns were received. Sean McCarthy responded yes. Michael Piccirillo stated that the proposed changes include realigning the roof to create a more symmetrical roof. He stated that the portico is also being altered to center it to the house. He stated that the roof alteration will include a cupola to provide some natural light to the upstairs hallway. There was an open discussion on the windows. Michael Piccirillo stated that the bow window was relocated to align the window with the roofline. The Chair opened the public hearing. Since was no public present, the Chair closed the public hearing. Carter Sackman made a motion to approve the application as submitted. The Chair seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). 5) Minutes The minutes for the June 2009 meeting were reviewed. The Chair made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). The minutes for the July 2009 meeting were reviewed. The Chair made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Carter Sackman seconded. It was unanimous (3-0 Pat Piereson abstained). The minutes for the September 2009 meeting will be reviewed at the next meeting. Adjourned at 9:12 p.m. APPROVED - Architectural Review Board Meeting, October 28, 2009 4 � 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 Architectural Review Board Minutes-2009 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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