TOWN OF ESOPUS

PLANNING BOARD MEETING MINUTES

December 28, 2000

 

 

 

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:                Marilyn Coffey, Chairperson

                                                                Roxanne Pecora

                                                                Russ Shultis 

                                                                Linda Smythe

                                                                Kathy Weitze

                                                                Fred Zimmer

 

EXCUSED:                                            John McMichael

 

ALSO PRESENT:                 Miles Putman, Shuster Associates, Planning Board Consultant

                                                                Nancy Clark, Chazen Engineering, Planning Board Engineer

 

                                                               

 

 

At 7:00 pm, Chairperson Marilyn Coffey called the meeting of the Town of Esopus Planning Board to order beginning with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.  Marilyn then advised the public of the building’s fire exits, and roll call was taken. 

 

 

Minutes

 

Planning Board member Fred Zimmer had a couple corrections to the November 30, 2000 meeting minutes.  He stated that the secretary referenced Brewer as a case in the minutes that he felt actually should have been Gordon.  Secretary Kristy Nelson indicated that the applicant name on the application was Brewer even though it was the Gordon property.  She also noted that the Planning Board file pertaining to this application is cross referenced with Gordon.  Another item which Fred requested be added to the November minutes was his requested that Rondout Hills bring in a copy of the certified map that was filed at the court house.    WITH NO OTHER CHANGES TO BE MADE, ROXANNE PECORA MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY FRED ZIMMER, TO ACCEPT THE MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 30, 2000, PLANNING BOARD MEETING AS AMENDED.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE.

 

Vouchers

A MOTION WAS MADE BY LINDA SMYTHE AND SECONDED BY ROXANNE PECORA TO ACCEPT ALL VOUCHERS SUBMITTED AND READ.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH PASSED BY A 6-0 VOTE.  The vouchers submitted and read were as follows:

 

                Kristy L. Nelson.........(11/25/00 - 12/22/00)........................................................................   29.5 hrs.

                Daily Freeman............(Venditti Public Hearing)................................................................   $  13.10

                Daily Freeman............(Braunstein Public Hearing)............................................................   $  13.58

               Daily Freeman............(Relson/Anderson & Schroeter Public Hearing).......... ................   $  27.16
PUBLIC HEARINGS & OLD BUSINESS

 

BRAUNSTEIN - (2000-027) - 1764-1770 Route 213; 19-25 Suominen Lane, Rifton, NY

                                                          Lot Line Revision

                                                          Tax SBL #71.001-2-1.12 & 1.13

 

KATHY WEITZE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY ROXANNE PECORA, THAT THE PLANNING BOARD OPEN UP THE BRAUNSTEIN PUBLIC HEARING.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE.   Mr. Braunstein was present at this meeting.  Shuster Associates’ application review for this case was reviewed.  A copy of the same is on file and a copy was given to Mr. Braunstein.  Chairperson Coffey then called for any public comment.  Susan Williams asked what roads the lots border on.  Mr. Braunstein replied Route 213 and Suominen Road.  Susan Williams then asked about any plans to expand Suominen Road to a two (2) lane road.  Neither the Board nor Mr. Braunstein had any information regarding such an expansion.  Chairperson Coffey then called for any Board comments.  There were none.  LINDA SMYTHE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY FRED ZIMMER, TO CLOSE THE BRAUNSTEIN PUBLIC HEARING.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR.  MOTION CARRIED. 

 

FRED ZIMMER MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY LINDA SMYTHE, THAT THE LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT (PLAT AMENDMENT) FOR BRAUNSTEIN POSSESS NO SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND THE PLANNING BOARD GRANT PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL; WAIVE SUBMISSION OF A FINAL PLAT AND GRANT FINAL PLAT APPROVAL.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE. 

 

 

VENDITTI - (2000-007) - Peters Lane; Esopus Ave.; Broadway, Ulster Park, NY

                                             2 Lot Re-Subdivision

                                             Tax SBL #72.001-1-8.1

 

RUSS SHULTIS MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY KATHY WEITZE, THAT THE PLANNING BOARD OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE VENDITTI APPLICATION.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR.  MOTION CARRIED.  Mike Vetere, surveyor, was present at this meeting.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates gave his application review for this case.  A copy of the same is on file and a copy was given to Mr. Vetere.  It was noted that an Agricultural Data Statement was submitted by the applicant since the property abuts two (2) sites that are in  Ag. District #1.  It was also noted that this statement was not dated, and there was no place on the form for a date.  It was agreed that December 2000 would be written in on the top of the form.  Chairperson Coffey then called for public comment.  None was made.  Discussion was had about the right-of-ways into the property.  Mr. Vetere noted that there is an existing right-of-way which is already a deed covenant in the Herb Lindemann deed, and they are creating another additional 50’ right-of-way on the east and north site of the parcel to continue access to the remaining 36.5 acres.  It was felt that deeds would be needed pertaining to these right-of-ways.  KATHY WEITZE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY ROXANNE PECORA THAT THE PLANNING BOARD CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR.  MOTION CARRIED.

 

KATHY WEITZE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY LINDA SMYTHE, THAT FINDING NO SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT, THE PLANNING BOARD GRANT PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL TO THE VENDITTI APPLICATION; WAIVE SUBMISSION OF A FINAL PLAT AND GRANT FINAL PLAT APPROVAL WITH TWO (2) CONDITIONS BEING THAT:

 

             1)  A STREET NAME IS DESIGNATED FOR POSTAL AND E-911 ADDRESS PURPOSES, AND

 

             2)  ANY RIGHT-OF-WAY DEEDS BE SUBMITTED AS APPROPRIATE. 

 

ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE. 
R & S ENTERPRISES OF LI, LTD.
- (2000-019) - 201 Swarte Kill Road, West Esopus, NY

                                                                                    Lot Line Revisions

                                                                                    Tax SBL #79.001-1-15 & 16 & 79.002-1-29

 

RUSS SHULTIS MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY FRED ZIMMER, TO OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR R & S ENTERPRISES.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR.  MOTION CARRIED.  Wayne Graff, attorney, represented the applicant at this meeting.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates brought the Board and public up-to-date on this application.  A copy of Shuster Associate project review dated December 21, 2000 is on file and a copy was given to Mr. Graff.  Maps were reviewed, and it was the Board’s feeling that Mr. Graff did everything he was asked to do.  Wayne Graff noted that he had deeds for the three (3) parcels of land which he will deliver to the Planning Board’s attorney along with the recording fees and also make reference to the filed map.  Chairperson Coffey called for public comments.  None were made.  LINDA SMYTHE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY ROXANNE PECORA, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE.

 

LINDA SMYTHE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY ROXANNE PECORA, THAT THE PLANNING BOARD RENDER A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (NEGATIVE DECLARATION) PURSUANT TO SEQR AND GRANT PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL, WAIVE SUBMISSION OF A FINAL PLAT AND GRANT FINAL PLAT APPROVAL.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF FRED ZIMMER WHO ABSTAINED, VOTED IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 5-0-1 VOTE. 

 

 

 

MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS

 

ZBA Referral

 

One (1) Zoning Board of Appeals’ case referral (Prinz) was reviewed.  The Planning Board agreed that a ‘No Comment’ recommendation on Prinz should be submitted back to the ZBA.

 

 

 

OLD BUSINESS

 

ST. CABRINI HOME, INC. - (2000-023) - 2110 Broadway, West Park, NY

                                                                        Site Plan Review

                                                                        Tax SBL #79.002-1-21

 

St. Cabrini’s representative, Mr. Cornacchini, was present at this meeting.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates gave his application review for this case.  A copy of the same is on file and a copy was given to the representative.  Russ Shultis questioned item 4 of Cornacchini Architects’ letter of Dec. 8, 2000 regarding alternate access doors, landings and walks.  Russ stated that if it is required by the building code to have walks, he believed that the applicant should abide by that.  Mr. Cornacchini believed that the only requirement would be the landing.  He added that if the building code does require walks, they would do them.  Kathy Weitze asked about the fire department and fire inspector’s referrals and replies.  It was noted that none were received.  KATHY WEITZE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY FRED ZIMMER, THAT FINDING NO SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT, THE PLANNING BOARD GRANT SITE PLAN APPROVAL PURSUANT TO SECTION 123-47.C.6 OF THE ZONING LAW.   ALL MEMBERS PRESENT, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ROXANNE PECORA WHO ABSTAINED, VOTED IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 5-0-1 VOTE.  Maps were signed. 

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING & OLD BUSINESS

 

KELLY - (2000-028) - 877 Old Post Road, West Esopus, NY

                                        2 Lot Re-Subdivision

                                        Tax SBL #71.004--1-2.111


LINDA SMYTHE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY KATHY WEITZE, TO OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE FRANK & BLANCHE KELLY APPLICATION.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR.  MOTION CARRIED.  Mr. Kelly and his surveyor, Mike Vetere, were present at this meeting.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates gave his application review on this case.  A copy of the same is on file and a copy was given to Mr. Vetere.  It was noted that a memo from Art Cross, Highway Superintendent, dated December 19, 2000, was received regarding a driveway permit for Lot 1B.  Mr. Vetere submitted a revised map showing contours.  Chairperson Coffey called for public comments.  None were made.  LINDA SMYTHE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY ROXANNE PECORA, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR.  MOTION CARRIED. 

 

ROXANNE PECORA MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY LINDA SMYTHE, THAT THE PLANNING BOARD RENDER A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (NEGATIVE DECLARATION) FOR THE FRANK AND BLANCHE KELLY APPLICATION, CASE 2000-28, AND GRANT PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL; WAIVE SUBMISSION OF A FINAL PLAT AND GRANT FINAL PLAT APPROVAL.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE.  Maps were signed and Mrs. Kelly signed the subdivision application. 

 

 

 

NEW BUSINESS

 

SCHROETER - (2000-032) - 100 Suominen Road, Rifton, NY

                                                 Lot Line Adjustment

                                                 Tax SBL #63.003-3-21/50 & 71.001-3-10

 

Mr. Schroeter was present at this meeting.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates gave his application review on the case.  A copy of the same is on file and a copy was given to Mr. Schroeter.  It was noted that Mr. Schroeter requested and received an area variance to the frontage requirement of Section 123-21.E of the zoning law.  This variance was conditioned upon use of the deeded 50’ ROW to Lot 3 and that there would be no further subdivision of the properties.  Miles stated that notations should be added to the plat to indicate that there will be no further subdivision of lots 3 and 4.  Maps were reviewed.  Fred Zimmer had a concern with creating a lot with no road frontage.  An alternate proposal was discussed, however, the applicant indicated that he wished to proceed with his application as submitted.  ROXANNE PECORA MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY KATHY WEITZE, THAT THE PLANNING BOARD SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THIS CASE FOR THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2001, AT 7:00 PM.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF FRED ZIMMER WHO WAS OPPOSED, VOTED IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION.  MOTION CARRIED BY A 5-1 VOTE.

 

PUBLIC HEARINGS & OLD BUSINESS

 

VICTORIAN ASSOCIATES/RONDOUT HILLS - (2000-030) - Connelly Road, Port Ewen, NY

                                                                                                                  Site Plan Amendment w/Subdivsion Plat

                                                                                                             Tax SBL #56.051-8-1 & 56.051-1-35, 36.11 & 37

 

ROXANNE PECORA MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY LINDA SMYTHE, TO OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING ON VICTORIAN ASSOCIATES.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0.  It was noted that the proposal before the Planning Board seeks to “legitimatize” existing “as-built” conditions relating to Sections A and B of the Rondout Hills townhouse development.  The following correspondence regarding this application was reviewed and is on file:

 

             Port Ewen Board of Fire Commissioners to Planning Board dated December 5, 2000.

             Alan Dunefsky to Planning Board dated December 20, 2000.

             Susan & Robert Shull to Planning Board dated December 26, 2000.

             Town of Esopus Highway Dept. to Planning Board dated December 14, 2000.

 

At this time, Chairperson Coffey called for public comments.  The following were made:

 

Earl Johnson, President of Rondout Harbor Homeowners’ Association, indicated that he did not see anything on the submitted plan about the sewer and noted that, at the current time, 12 houses in Rondout Hills use Rondout Harbor’s sewer pipes to drain their sewage to the pump station.  Mr. Johnson stated that there is nothing filed anywhere saying that they have any right-of-way to do this.  Rondout Harbor would not like to see any additional houses put on this sewer.  In addition, Rondout Harbor has 2 pipes that drain Connelly Road that go across their property, and again, they have never granted a right-of-way for these.  It was Earl Johnson’s feeling that if there is  additional building in Rondout Hills, the water may come down faster than it does now and cause them problems.   He suggested that some engineering studies be done to address this item. 

 

Jay Zeiger, attorney for the Rondout Hills Homeowners’ Association, stated that he saw the site plan map, however, they were also expecting to see a subdivision map as well for Phase A & B since this is a very important issue to the homeowners because title to their properties are derived through a subdivision map and not through a site plan.  Mr. Zeiger felt that any corrections on the location made by the Planning Board need to be on both the site plan and on an amended subdivision map so that when existing homeowners convey their homes, it is conveyed by a subdivision map.  Wayne Graff, attorney and homeowner at Rondout Hills, noted that what was originally approved by the Planning Board was a site plan map, not a subdivision map and that is where the discrepancy is.  Later on, conveyances were made with maps which were filed with surveys on them, but these maps were only approved by the Health Dept. and not by the Planning Board.  Regarding the deeds, it was believed that the metes and bounds descriptions were correct, however, it refers to a site plan map and not a subdivision map.  Mr. Graff felt an easy way to resolve any deed problems would be to do a subdivision for Sections 1 & 2, and that section of the subdivision map would have a chart on it which would reference the unit #’s and owners and then it would have a liber and page number for each one of the deeds so that there would finally be a subdivision map on file.

 

Next, Mr. Zeiger stated that the revised map that they saw, which is before the Board tonight, has what’s intended to be as built Sections A & B and then it shows, in a lighter shade, proposed Sections C & D.  He wondered if the Planning Board approves the map as submitted would they be in effect granting some sort of approval to the proposed Sections. 

 

Mr. Zeiger also noted that on the submitted map, the line separating Sections B & C crosses in the middle of one of the buildings.  He suggested that Section B, itself, be redrawn to reflect, at least, all of the houses that are part of Section B within its perimeters.  Especially, since eventually common areas will have to be conveyed. 
Another important issue to the Rondout Hills Homeowners’ Association is inadequate parking.  Jay Zeiger noted, as an example, that there are five (5) parking spots built down on the hill for the homeowners that are up on top of Section B which he felt was an impossible walk.  

 

The perimeter split-rail fence was also a concern of the Rondout Hills Homeowners.  Mr. Zeiger noted that some of the Sections have big drop offs, and the original site plan did show a perimeter fence to be installed for this reason.  He suggested that the fencing be shown on the new site plan map, as well as lighting, landscaping, utilities (electric, gas, sewer, water) and utility easements.

 

Alan Dunefsky, President of the Rondout Hills Homeowners’ Association, stated that they also have a concern with the access in and out of Rondout Hills.  He felt the secondary access road that comes out on Connelly Road is unsafe and also had issues with the main entrance since it is very dark and there is a dip in the road. 

 

Mr. Zeiger felt that improvements like the mailboxes, fire hydrants, etc. should all be shown on the map.  He added that there is one fire hydrant that is located in a bad place since it has been hit a number of times.  The Rondout Hills Homeowners also felt that the stream on the property should be shown. 

 

Alan Dunefsy expanded on the parking issue.  He felt that they were not only talking about the convenience of the people who live at Rondout Hills, but also safety is a big concern..

 

Discussion was had about the ownership of the water and sewer lines. 

 

Joe Erena, a homeowner at Rondout Hills, felt that the Planning Board should say to the developer this is what adequate parking is, this is what you have to do, and this is where it should be located.  He added that  if adequate parking was provided and the cars are off the street, the safety issue would be diminished. 

 

The history of Rondout Hills was discussed.  Chairperson Coffey noted that this application puts the Planning Board in a difficult situation since usually when it deals with site plans and site plan amendments, the buildings and infrastructure do not already exist.  She felt it was up to the Planning Board to help the applicant try to straighten out the matter and the new as built map is one of the ways to try to do it, but she felt it was not detailed enough. 

Chairperson Coffey asked if the Rondout Hills Homeowners’ Association met with Victorian Associates to discuss any problems they had.  It was noted that there were a number of discussions about various issues on the project, and with the help of the attorney general, they have recently entered into a settlement agreement whereby they addressed certain issues concerning the road, rock wall, and various other items that were concerns of the homeowners.  One of the issues that wasn’t addressed was the issue of the deeds.  Nancy Clark of Chazen Engineering, the Planning Board’s engineer, felt that the details of the settlement agreement should be noted on the map or, at least, a copy be provided to the Planning Board. 

 

Clark Mains, Port Ewen Fire Chief, stated that the secondary access road did have to do with Sections A & B since  it is the emergency access to those sections.  He believed this was a stipulation of the original approval.  The Fire Dept. is asking to have the secondary access road approved by Highway Superintendent Art Cross because he has the knowledge and know how of what the Fire Dept.’s equipment can deal with.  Victorian Associates representative believed that Art Cross actually constructed the secondary access. 

 

Bob Terwilliger addressed the emergency road.  He stated that there was a bond posted and the Town put the item 4 road in, but the settlement agreement talked about earlier talks about the developer maintaining this road.  Mr. Terwilliger stated that the emergency road hasn’t been maintained and Victorian Associates was supposed to fix it.  At this time, Art Cross’ letter reviewed at the beginning of the Public Hearing was reread. 

 

Walt Gilman of Horton Lane commented on the stream discussed previously.  He noted that it originates further south, higher up between his property line and the Liebowitz property line so that any obstruction in drainage, be it from A, B, C or D,  would cause a problem. 
Bob Terwilliger stated that he believed that both Art Cross and the Town have made recommendations that the current main entrance should have been closer to the bridge or 9W.  He believed the original plan showed that, and he felt this would take them further away from the dip in the road which is currently a safety hazard.  Chairperson Coffey stated that the Board could do some research to see if the road was built as approved. 

 

Richard Sturmer, a homeowner at the Hills, stated that concerning the road, an agreement was made which he was  sure was approved by everyone, that states the road was to be built to Town of Esopus specifications from 1984 or 86, whenever this was originally approved and that they would be approved by an engineer registered in the State of New York.  Mr. Sturmer stated that the Town’s road supervisor does not have a license, and he, therefore, believed that the Planning Board should require that an engineering firm certify that the road was in accordance with the Town of Esopus specifications.  Chairperson Coffey noted that the road is not a town road, it is a private

road.  Mr. Sturmer stated that was correct, but it was mandated to be installed in accordance with the specifications of the Town of Esopus.  Planning Board member Roxanne Pecora noted that would be only if the Planning Board at that time required that when it approved it.  Richard Sturmer stated that it was, it is in the offering plan.  Victorian Associates representative, as a matter of clarification, stated that just because the road is there, it hasn’t been finished yet.  The developer is waiting for the development to be finished before they finish the road and that was part of their agreement.  The developer and the homeowners want the road finished as quickly as possible, but they do not want the developer bringing in heavy equipment and then destroying the road either. 

 

Wayne Graff, regarding the fire safety issue, stated this is a narrow road with town houses situated relatively close to the road, and relatively close to the road on the other side is a stone wall, so it becomes critical to have the secondary access open.  Mr. Graff added that access to some of the fire hydrants might not be available.  It appeared to him that before some of the recent construction was going on, they stubbed out an area for a fire hydrant which was situated adjacent between buildings A4 & A5.  This has been changed and is no longer there.  He stated that there is a very long stretch which otherwise has no hydrant available and it might become difficult to get at one of these larger structures if there wasn’t a hydrant in this location.  Fire Chief Clark Mains believed that the standard hydrants in town are not farther than 500’ apart.  As for the Fire Dept., if it is on a cul-de-sac, they would like to have one hydrant going in and one at the end, even if its only 200’ apart. 

 

Wayne Graff, regarding the main entrance off at Connelly Road, stated that hazards occur on a daily basis at  this intersection.  He suggested moving it to the north and adding lighting, provided by either the town lighting district or by the homeowners.  Mr. Graff felt both of these measures would improve the visibility and safety at this intersection.  He also noted that if the developer is considering expanding, which would increase the amount of traffic, it becomes more important to address this issue. Chairperson Coffey asked if the Town Board has been petitioned for a light at the entrance.  The response was no. 

 

Wayne Graff suggested that the Planning Board inquire with their attorney to what extent a valid site plan approval is in effect for the additional phases that weren’t already constructed since the approval goes back so far.  Wayne also felt that only Sections A & B should be on the amended site plan map currently before the Board. 

 

At this time, Chairperson Coffey noted that a condition of the original approval was the payment of a recreation fee of $100 per unit to be paid at the time of the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or compliance.  Along the way, this condition got lost in the shuffle.  Twelve units were issued C/O’s or C/C’s without payment.  Chairperson Coffey wondered if it would be appropriate to make this payment of $1,200 a condition of any approval.

 

ROXANNE PECORA MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY LINDA SMYTHE, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR.  MOTION CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE. 

 

Chairperson Coffey stated that the question before the Board was whether it wanted to approve the plat as submitted.  She personally felt that the Board should send it back to have a number of things done like have the water and sewer lines added and the other things that were discussed.  Russ Shultis agreed.  Fred Zimmer believed that the original approved maps were submitted as a six page document.  He felt the Board should go back to the six page document to try to straighten this matter out.  Discussion was had.
Nancy Clark of Chazen Engineering suggested that the Board treat this as a new application and require a full set of plans.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates agreed. 

 

Discussion about ingress and egress to Connelly and traffic was had.  The establishment of an escrow account was also suggested. 

 

MARILYN COFFEY MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY KATHY WEITZE, THAT THE PLANNING BOARD NOT APPROVE THE MAP AS SUBMITTED AND THAT THE BOARD SEND IT BACK TO VICTORIAN ASSOCIATES AND ASK THEM TO PREPARE A FULL, OR ASK THEIR ENGINEERS, TO PREPARE A FULL SITE PLAN AND SUBDIVISION PLAT SET ON SECTIONS A & B ONLY TO INCLUDE EXISTING CONDITIONS, WATER, SEWER, LIGHTING, FENCING, ROADS, ROAD PROFILES & GRADES, PARKING, TOPO, PHYSICAL FEATURES, PROPOSED CONDITIONS IF THEY ARE PROPOSING TO IMPROVE ANYTHING, PAVEMENT, STORM/ SANITARY WATER, LANDSCAPING, AND HYDRANTS.  IN ADDITION, THE PLANS SHOULD SHOW THE STREAM AND EMERGENCY ACCESS ROAD, AND THE SECTION LINE BETWEEN SECTIONS B & C SHOULD BE STRAIGHTEN OUT SO THE LINE DOES NOT GO THROUGH BUILDING B4.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION.  MOTION CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE. 

 

ROXANNE PECORA THEN MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY LINDA SMYTHE, THAT AN ESCROW ACCOUNT BE ESTABLISHED ON THIS APPLICATION AND ONCE THE PLANNING BOARD HAS A NEW SET OF MAPS IN PLACE, THEY BE REFERRED TO CHAZEN ENGINEERING FOR REVIEW.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE.  Chairperson Coffey informed the applicant that she will get estimates from the Board’s consultants for the escrow account amount and will advise them of the same. 

 

 

FEINBERG (ROUSNER FARMS) - (2000-031) - 60-70 Rousner Lane, West Esopus, NY

                                                                                     Lot Line Adjustment

                                                                                     Tax SBL #71.003-5-7 & 12

 

ROXANNE PECORA MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY RUSS SHULTIS, TO OPEN THE FEINBERG PUBLIC HEARING.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE.  Mr. Paul O’Neil, attorney, represented the applicant at this meeting.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates gave his application review for this case.  A copy of the same is on file and a copy was given to Mr. O’Neil.  Last month, the Planning Board requested that Mr. O’Neil get a letter of authorization from Ms. Goldenberg regarding this matter.  Mr. O’Neil stated that he tried to get her signature, but because of the holidays, she was not available.  Regarding the request for an appropriately-scaled inset map that shows the perimeter of the Rousner Farms landholdings, Mr. O’Neil stated that the only problem with this is that it is for 120+ acres.  He did not feel this would be feasible and the cost would be prohibitive.  Miles Putman did not agree.  Upon review of the road grant suggestion, Mr. O’Neil also did not feel this would be possible, and it would create a zoning violation.  ROXANNE PECORA MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY LINDA SMYTHE, THAT THE PLANNING BOARD CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE.

 

LINDA SMYTHE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY MARILYN COFFEY, THAT THE PLANNING BOARD RENDER A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE AND GRANT PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL; WAIVE SUBMISSION OF A FINAL PLAT AND GRANT FINAL PLAT APPROVAL, CONDITIONED UPON THE FOLLOWING:

 

·         A FINAL PLAT THAT DEPICTS AND REFERENCES GOLDENBERG AS THE CURRENT OWNER OF TAX PARCEL 12.

·         A FINAL PLAT THAT DEPICTS, VIA AN APPROPRIATELY-SCALED INSET MAP, THE PERIMETER OF THE ROUSNER FARMS LANDHOLDINGS.

·         THE SIGNATURE OF MS. GOLDENBERG OR A LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION TO ACT ON HER BEHALF.

·         A 10’ RIGHT-OF-WAY (DEEDED OVER) FOR ROUSNER LANE. 

 

ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE.  

 

 

 

OLD BUSINESS

 

ABRAMS (CONNELLY VILLAGE) - (1999-019) - Off James St., Connelly, NY

                                                                                    Conditional Use Permit w/Site Plan Amendment

                                                                                    Tax SBL #56.015-1-1.2

 

Mr. Abrams was present at the meeting.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates gave his project review for this case.  A copy of the same is on file and a copy was given to the applicant.  Nancy Clark of Chazen Engineering gave her review of the project.  A copy is on file and a copy was given to the applicant.  Nancy then asked about the ZBA’s variance condition regarding the 3’ wide walkway.  She wondered if the ZBA intended for this walkway to be paved or gravel.  After reviewing the variance, it was decided that the ZBA did intend for the walkway to be paved.  Nancy then asked what pipe type the applicant was proposing for the sanitary sewer and water mains.  Mr. Abrams indicated that he would go with the iron water main and the PVC SDR 35 pipe for the sanitary sewer.  He added that he read Nancy Clark’s comments in her review and he didn’t have a problem with any of them.  His only question was regarding the emergency access road.  Mr. Abrams stated that the purpose of the emergency access road was simply for emergency access and not really to be used as a thoroughfare, therefore, that is why they proposed the item 4.  Again after reviewing the ZBA variance, it was the feeling that the emergency access road should be paved.  Discussion was had regarding access in and out of Connelly and traffic.  Maps were reviewed.  KATHY WEITZE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY ROXANNE PECORA, TO SCHEDULE THE ABRAMS/CONNELLY VILLAGE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2001 AT 7:15 AND SEND THE PLANS AND THE FULL EAF TO THE TOWN’S WATERFRONT ADVISORY BOARD FOR THEIR REVIEW AS WELL AS TO THE CONNELLY FIRE DEPT.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION.  MOTION CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE. 

 

 

NEW BUSINESS

 

JONES - (2000-033) - 94 River Road, Port Ewen, NY
                                       2 Lot Subdivision

                                       Tax SBL #56.020-3-10

 

Roger Jones was present at this meeting.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates gave his project review for this case.  A copy of the same is on file and a copy was given to Mr. Jones.  Mr. Jones stated that in regard to the right-of-way, even though his title insurance did say that he had a deeded right of way, it was very sketchy.   However, Mr. Jones noted that he has contacted John Caslin Jr., and they have an agreement for Roger Jones to purchase a part of Caslin’s estate which will then give him a deeded right-of-way.  They are waiting for the property to be deeded over to Mr. Caslin and then once that happens, they can proceed with the sale.  It was suggested that Mr. Jones do the Caslin purchase with this proposed subdivision simultaneously.  The Planning Board advised Roger Jones that the length of the access strip to Lot 2 exceeds the maximum established in Section 123-21.D.5.  Therefore, he would have to go before the Zoning Board of Appeals for an area variance or reconfigure the layout to comply with the zoning requirements. 
PITTNER - (2000-034) - 351-367 River Road; 745 Broadway, Ulster Park, NY
                                           Lot Line Revision

                                           Tax SBL #64.003-5-30

 

John Dippel represented the applicant at this meeting.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates gave his project review for this case.  A copy of the same is on file and a copy was given to Mr. Dippel.  KATHY WEITZE MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY LINDA SMYTHE, TO SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PITTNER APPLICATION FOR 7:30 PM ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2001.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE. 

 

 

LAFFIN & BAKTER - (2000-035) - 85 Soper Road, West Esopus, NY
                                                                         3 Lot Re-subdivision/plat amendment

                                                                       Tax SBL #71.001-4-52.1

 

The applicants were present at this meeting.  Miles Putman of Shuster Associates gave his project review for this case.  A copy of the same is on file and a copy was given to the applicants.  MARILYN COFFEY MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY ROXANNE PECORA TO GRANT SKETCH PLAN APPROVAL.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION WHICH CARRIED BY A 6-0 VOTE.  The Planning Board suggested that the applicants show the driveway cuts, the proposed house locations for Lot 2 & 3, and delineate a 50’ wide street parcel for Soper Road on the survey map.  The street parcel width may be modified or pushed to the other side of the road near the house location so as not to create an encroachment. 

 

 

 

MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS

 

Presubmission Conf. - Costello (Capri 400, Inc.)

 

Vince Costello and Steve DeSalvo appeared before the Planning Board for a presubmission conference regarding the subdivision of the property that houses the Capri 400 restaurant and motel on Route 9W.  Maps were reviewed.  It was noted that Mr. Costello currently receives five (5) tax bills for this property and would like to separate it into 2 or 3 lots so the businesses would be made more profitable.  One parcel for the restaurant, a bigger flagged lot parcel for the motel, and a parcel in back with the rest of the land with a right-of-way.  Maps were reviewed.  It was suggested that Mr. Costello also merge two (2) of the existing back lots with the parcel of land in the back with the right-of-way. 

 

 

Adjournment

 

WITH NO OTHER BUSINESS PENDING, ROXANNE PECORA MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY MARILYN COFFEY,  TO CLOSE THE MEETING.  ALL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION.  MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:45 PM. 

 

                                                                                                                 Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

                                                                                                                 Kristy L. Nelson

                                                                                                                                Secretary