https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/1ad1a4eb0a565f75d2593c8d7e93673a.pdf f791da9871675b10e724860dc3ce5ce9 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW WATERFRONT ADVISORY COMMITTEE -APPROVED March 4, 2009 The meeting was called to order by Richard Weiss, Chair at 8:04 p.m. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: Richard Weiss, Chairman Ralph Gunderman Carol Manca Doug Maass Absent Karin Adir Also Present: Sean McCarthy (Building Inspector, Village of Sleepy Hollow) Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Announcements: None. Agenda: 1) National RE/sources 2) Approval of Minutes 11 River Street Proposed development The Chair stated that the Committee barely has a quorum. If any action is voted on this evening, it must be unanimous in order to be approved. 1) National RE/sources 11 River Street Proposed development - The Chair stated that the applicant will not be present this evening. There was an open discussion on the Riverfront zoning. Ralph Gunderman stated that the Zoning Regulations are dated from 2000. He read §62-5.1 e(1) regarding the methodology for zoning amendments. He asked if there was a change in the regulation. Sean McCarthy responded that the law was changed and authority has been changed to the Village Trustees. He stated that revised sections are available in the Building Department. The Chair stated that the applicable policies need to be reviewed. He stated that Policy 1 is applicable to this application. The Chair asked if the proposed use is compatible use for the waterfront as stated in Policy 1. Ralph Gunderman stated that the proposal is to change the zoning law. He stated that the proposed law needs to be reviewed for consistency with the LWRP. He stated that there should be a Village Comprehensive Plan. �The Chair responded that the Committee can only act on the information presented. He stated that the applicant has decided to not attend the meeting. Doug Maass stated that Policy 1 is conditionally consistent with the LWRP. Ralph Gunderman stated that Policy 1e discussed the DPW lot on River Street. He stated that the Village owned property would be devalued based on the size of the proposed structure. Doug Maass stated that the Ichabod’s Landing development was required to be 75-feet from the water. The proposed structure is 25-feet away. Ralph Gunderman spoke about the height of the proposed structure. Sean McCarthy stated that parking is proposed below the main structure. He stated that the grade was built-up to make the structure look lower. He stated that structures that have varying grades, the low point is used to determine elevations. Doug Maass stated that the site will be raised to get over the 100-year flood plain. He stated that determining heights are tricky. Sean McCarthy stated that the height determination is measured from the mid-point of the gable roof. Ralph Gunderman referred to Policy 1h. He stated that a Comprehensive Plan needs to be developed. Doug Maass discussed water-dependent uses. He stated that the fishing pier does not constitute a water-dependent use. Ralph Gunderman stated that post 9-11, the Castle Oil site was a DHS concern due to the nature of the business in relation to the Hudson River. He stated that the property would be an ideal location for a marina. Doug Maass stated that the lack of water-dependent uses makes this application inconsistent with Policy 1(h). Ralph Gunderman stated that Policy 1h calls for a Comprehensive Plan to be prepared. Doug Maass also stated that the law also states that the need for an EAF is to be determined by the Village Trustees. Sean McCarthy responded that a special use permit is required. He stated that the original RF district, the all commercial uses are as-of-right. He stated that residential uses are limited. Ralph Gunderman stated that Policy 1(h) is non-consistent with the LWRP. The Committee unanimously agreed that this application is inconsistent with Policy 1(h). APPROVED - Waterfront Advisory Committee Meeting, March 4, 2009 2 �The Chair stated that Policy 1(i) is also applicable. Ralph Gunderman stated that Policy 1(i) is consistent with the LWRP but not within the explanation of policies. He stated that this application is inconsistent with the LWRP. The Committee unanimously agreed that this application is inconsistent with Policy 1(i). The Chair stated that Policy 2 and 2(a) are also applicable. The Chair stated that paying extra money for a water view apartment is not a water dependent use. Ralph Gunderman stated that the applicant has not added any water-dependent uses to the property. He also stated that he finds it inconsistent with Policy 2. The Committee unanimously agreed that this application as well as the Zoning Amendments is inconsistent with Policy 2. Doug Maass stated that if the Village is interested in developing water-dependent uses on its waterfront, it should be mentioned in the zoning amendment. The Chair stated that Policy 5(a) is applicable to this application regarding Village infrastructure impacts. Ralph Gunderman asked about the Village’s application to increase its water storage capacity. Sean McCarthy responded that the application has started. He stated that the consulting Engineer is designing the foundation for the new tank. The Chair stated that Policies 7 thru 12 are not applicable to this application. Ralph Gunderman asked about the interface with the water at the Castle Oil site. Sean McCarthy responded rip rap. The Chair stated that the Committee does not have enough information available to make a determination on Policies 13 thru 14. The Chair stated that Policies 15 thru 16 are not applicable to this application. Doug Maass asked about the maintenance of the bulkhead. Sean McCarthy responded that as part of the Ichabod’s Landing approval, the Village is responsible for the maintenance The Chair stated that the Committee does not have enough information available to make a determination on Policy 17. APPROVED - Waterfront Advisory Committee Meeting, March 4, 2009 3 �Doug Maass stated that the Village’s interests would not be served by a building of this proposed structure. Ralph Gunderman stated that the Committee has not been presented with enough information to make a determination on this application. The Chair stated that the Committee can only act on the information presented. The Committee unanimously agreed that this application to be inconsistent with Policy 17. The Chair stated that Policy 19 and 19(c) are applicable to this application. The Chair stated that this application is inconsistent with Policy 19 and consistent with Policy 19c. The Committee unanimously agreed. The Chair stated that Policies 20 and 20(a) are applicable to this application. Ralph Gunderman stated that the application is consistent with Policies 20 and 20(a). The Committee unanimously agreed. The Chair stated that Policies 21, 21(c) and 21(d) are applicable to this application. Since there is no mention of water-dependent uses, the Committee found Policy 21 and 21 (c) to be inconsistent with the LWRP. The Committee also found this application to be consistent with Policy 21(d). The Committee reviewed Policies 22 and 22(a). The Committee unanimously found that the application is inconsistent with Policies 22 and 22(a). The Committee reviewed Policy 25(a). Doug Maass stated that the proposed structure is massive. He stated that there might be a shading issue in the Horan’s Landing Park. He also stated that there are issues with the size. The Committee unanimously found that the application as well as the proposed zoning amendment is inconsistent with the Policy 25(a). The Committee reviewed Policy 25(b) thru 29 and found these policies to be not-applicable. The Committee reviewed Policies 30 thru 37. Ralph Gunderman asked if the applicant has addressed water quality at the site. Sean McCarthy responded that the applicant did not include it with this application. The Committee unanimously agreed that it does not have enough information available to make a determination on Policy 30 thru 37. The Committee reviewed Policy 38. The Committee unanimously agreed that Policy 38 is not applicable to this application. The Committee reviewed Policies 39 thru 44. APPROVED - Waterfront Advisory Committee Meeting, March 4, 2009 4 �The Committee unanimously agreed that it does not have enough information available to make a determination on Policy 39 thru 44. Ralph Gunderman stated that the primary failing in the project, is the fact that it is not part of a Comprehensive Plan for this district. Doug Maass stated that the lack of specificity as well as the lack of waterfront access to the waterfront and the proposed walkway. He also stated that the lack of water-dependent uses is flawed. Carol Manca agreed. The Committee unanimously agreed that the application as well as the proposed overlay zoning amendment is inconsistent with the LWRP. 2) Approval of minutes – The minutes from the November 2008 meeting will be reviewed at the next meeting. The minutes from the February 2009 meeting were reviewed. Doug Maass made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Ralph Gunderman seconded. It was unanimous. (4-0) 3) Other The Saccardi & Schiff memo was reviewed. It was agreed that the Committee would recommend to the Village Trustees that an EIS be required as part of this application Adjourned at 10:32 pm. 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