https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/1c36ff67a122372cc5355bae4e075c33.pdf 0341f13c6e4a1384bb5720223eef862a PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW WATERFRONT ADVISORY COMMITTEE -APPROVED July 13, 2005 The meeting was called to order by Richard Weiss, Chair at 8:00 p.m. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: Richard Weiss, Chairman Doug Maass Karin Adir Donald Stever Terence McGlynn Ralph Gunderman Absent: George Lence Also Present: Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Sean McCarthy (Village Architect, Village of Sleepy Hollow) Owen Wells (Saccardi & Schiff / Village Planner) Announcements: None. Agenda: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) Minutes of April 6, 2005 meeting Inner Village Zoning changes Kennedy Construction Corp. 300 North Broadway, LLC Russell – Terrace Close Other 1) Minutes of April 6, 2005 meeting The minutes from the April 6, 2005 meeting were reviewed. Don Stever made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Terence McGlynn seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). 2) Inner Village Zoning changes Owen Wells summarized some of the proposed zoning changes. He spoke about the reasoning behind the proposed changes. He stated that based on recent building department applications that few properties were able to comply with the current zoning code. He spoke about the C-2 zoning district. He spoke about the revised mixed-use standards and Floor-Area-Ratio (FAR) requirements that are proposed as part of the zoning changes. �The Chair stated that the language in the proposed zoning amendment is ambiguous. Owen Wells responded that the language would be clarified. There was an open discussion on the intent of the existing Village zoning code. Don Stever expressed concerns on the conversion of C-2 to R-4. He stated that the overall concept was intended to transition the new commercial district with the old commercial district. He stated that if commercial development would be eliminated from the lower portion of Beekman Avenue, it might more harmful than beneficial. Ralph Gunderman stated that Policy 1(i) mentions the central business district on Beekman Avenue. Don Stever stated that a barrier should not be placed between the commercial and residential districts on Beekman Avenue. There was an open discussion on allowing home profession use in the C-2 district. The Chair asked about the action that is before the Committee. Owen Wells responded that the Village Trustees are asking for recommendations. Don Stever stated that he has concerns about the conversion of the C-2 zone to an R-4 zone near the railroad. Ralph Gunderman read Policy 1(i) of the LWRP regarding the central business districts along Beekman Avenue. Don Stever stated that the development at the Riverfront would not be at the expense of the business district corridor. Terence McGlynn stated that Policy 1(g) notes commercial development on Beekman Avenue. Owen Wells spoke about the reasons behind the proposed zoning changes. He stated that the Trustees want to revitalize the core of the business district. Don Stever stated that Cortlandt Street should be re-zoned to place businesses on Beekman Avenue. The Committee unanimously agreed that since the information was received tonight, the Committee would not make a recommendation this evening. 3) Kennedy Construction, LLC Emilio Escaladas is representing this application. Emilio Escaladas spoke about the site layout. He spoke about the topology of the site and the steep drop in grade towards the rear of the house. He stated that the site plan has been modified APPROVED - Waterfront Advisory Committee Meeting, July 13, 2005 2 �to keep all construction activities out of the wetlands buffer. He spoke about the architectural features of the house. Don Stever stated that this application was referred to the Committee for the construction of a wall in the wetlands buffer. Emilio Escaladas responded that the previous designs included a stone stabilizing wall at the end of the disturbance area. He stated that the wall would stabilize the site and control drainage. He stated that all work within the buffer area including the proposed wall has been removed. Don Stever asked if the application was valid. Sean McCarthy responded that the applicant’s attorney wanted to proceed anyway. There was an open discussion on whether this application still required the Committee’s recommendations. Emilio Escaladas stated that the applicant wants to proceed with the Planning Board’s review. He also stated that a few trees are proposed to be removed. He stated that a fence would be installed at the buffer line and that the area would not be entered. Don Stever stated that the application should be sent back to the Planning Board. The Committee unanimously agreed that this application was not within their jurisdiction. 4) 300 North Broadway, LLC Kyle McGovern is representing this application along with Dan Beaton. Kyle McGovern summarized the application to date. He spoke about the Planning Board application and the proposed zoning variances sought. Dan Beaton spoke about the existing site. He spoke about the residential and commercial zones in the surrounding area. He spoke about the proposed home profession use of the property. He described the six home profession units and the two residential units. He spoke about architectural appearance of the structure. Dan Beaton spoke about the green space on the property. He spoke about the proposed parking for the residential units and the commercial units. He spoke about the proposed flow of traffic. Doug Maass asked if the parking lot would be constructed to permit only right-hand turns out of the parking lot. Dan Beaton responded that only a sign is proposed. Dan Beaton stated that the storm water management has not been finalized. APPROVED - Waterfront Advisory Committee Meeting, July 13, 2005 3 �Don Stever asked where the application currently stands. Sean McCarthy responded that the application has a current application before the Planning Board and is appearing before the Zoning Board this month. There was an open discussion on the architectural features of the proposed structure. The Chair stated that Policy 1(k) and 25(b) are applicable to this application. The Committee reviewed Policy 1(k) The Chair read item (d) of Policy 1(k) regarding the deteriorated and underutilization of the site. He expressed some concerns on the scale of the proposed structure. Ralph Gunderman stated that the proposed structure is out-of-scale with the surrounding structures. Kyle McGovern stated that the commercial side is more out of line with other commercial properties on Route 9. Ralph Gunderman asked if any modifications to minimize the façade on Route 9 should be considered. Dan Beaton responded that the lower commercial level is below ground. He stated that the additional floor is needed to allow for eight units in total. He stated that the eight units are needed for financial reasons. The Chair spoke about the right-hand turn out of the parking lot. It was agreed that a recommendation would be made to the Planning Board to include proper signage as part of the site plan approval. The Committee unanimously agreed that Policy 1(k) was consistent with the LWRP with the condition that only right-hand turns are allowed out of the parking area on Route 9. Adequate signage is required. The Committee reviewed Policy 25(b). The Committee unanimously agreed that Policy 25(b) was consistent with the LWRP. The Committee unanimously agreed that the application is consistent with the LWRP. 5) Russell – Paul Pettretti is the engineer representing this application on behalf of the owners. Paul Pettretti spoke about the proposed structure. He stated that the proposed structure complies with the Floor-Area-Ratio (FAR) and all zoning requirements. He spoke about the Tree Commission application. APPROVED - Waterfront Advisory Committee Meeting, July 13, 2005 4 �The Chair referred to the Coastal Assessment Form. He referred to steep slopes on the site and how the applicant will handle the grade changes. Paul Pettretti responded that the basement would be below grade so that minimal fill will be required. He stated that there would be no deck on the back. He stated that there a rear patio will be constructed. The Chair stated that it is hard for the Committee to realize the impacts to the river views without elevations. It was decided that the Committee could not make a recommendation without elevations of the proposed structure particularly showing the views from Terrace Close. The Chair stated that policy 25 (a) is applicable to this application. Paul Pettretti spoke about a dam that was created on the site about 30 years ago to divert an existing stream. He spoke about the proposed storm water management plan. This item was adjourned until more detailed plans are available. 6) Other a) Application lead-time - The Chair spoke about the postponement of the meeting from July 6 to July 13 since applicable materials were received the weekend prior to the meeting. He stated that sufficient lead-time is required to properly review materials prior to the meeting. The Committee agreed that all materials need to be submitted to the Building Department 2-weeks prior to the meeting in order to be placed on the agenda. b) Videotaping of meetings – Don Stever spoke about the Planning Board and Architectural Review Boards have adopted. He stated that the Village Attorney has deemed that the policy is compliant with the Open Meetings Law. No action was taken. Don Stever made a motion to adjourn. Doug Maass seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). Adjourned at 9:50 pm APPROVED - Waterfront Advisory Committee Meeting, July 13, 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 Waterfront Advisory Committee Minutes-2005 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. 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