HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-05-12 - Planning Board Meeting Minutes APPROVED:9/5/16
VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK
PLANNING BOARD
VILLAGE HALL,938 KING STREET
Thursday,May 12,2016-7:30 p.m.
MINUTES
1. Review of minutes—April 2016 Minutes
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
2. Review of a FAH Rezoning Petition, Subdivision and Lot I Site Plan Application
for construction of two multi-family affordable dwellings on proposed Lot 1
(BOT Referral), Site Plan Applications for proposed Lots 2 and 3 to be improved
with one market rate single family dwelling on each lot, and Wetland and Steep
Slopes Permit Applications, for the property located at 259 North Ridge Street,
Rye Brook,NY,Parcel I.D. 135.35-1-11
APPLICATION IS SCHEDULED FOR MAY 26,2016
PUBLIC HEARING
3. Review of an Amended Site Plan Application by Hilton Westchester to construct a tent
structure at the property located at 699 Westchester Ave,Rye Brook,NY,Parcel I.D.
135.74-1-8
4. Review of Steep Slopes and Wetland Permit Applications by Rye Ridge Park,
LLC(Jonathan Kallman)to construct parkland and parking at the"Strip"property
and Rye Ridge Plaza located on Bowman Ave, Rye Brook, NY, Parcel LD.s
141.26-1-1 and 141.27-1-7.
5. Review of a Site Plan and Wetland Permit Application by John Defeo (Studer
Design) on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Solomons for an in-ground swimming pool
and patio with associated improvements for the property located at 54 Lincoln
Ave,Rye Brook,NY, Parcel I.D. 135.49-1-5
CONTINUED BUSINESS
6. Review of a Site Plan and Wetland Permit Application by 3 Edgewood Drive
LLC,to tear down and construct a single-family dwelling for the property located
at 3 Edgewood Drive,Rye Brook,NY, Parcel I.D. 135.36-1-31
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APPLICATION ADJOURNED TO JUNE 9,2016
7. Review of a referral from the Board of Trustees of an Amended Site Plan Application and
Subdivision Application by Rye Ridge Park,LLC(Jonathan Kallman)to construct parkland
and parking for the"Strip"property and Rye Ridge Plaza located on Bowman Ave,Rye
Brook,NY,Parcel LD.s 141.26-1-1 and 141.27-1-7
8. Review of a referral from the Board of Trustees regarding proposed legislation
amending the Zoning Code regarding Home Occupations
9. Review of a referral from the Board of Trustees regarding proposed legislation
amending the Zoning Code regarding fences,landscape walls and retaining walls
NEW BUSINESS
10.Review of an Amended Site Plan Application by Reckson Operating Partnership,L.P.,to
reduce the width of the extension of International Drive to 2-lanes,relocate trash compactors
and the salt storage area,and provide an emergency access driveway for property located at
1100 King Street Rye Brook NY,Parcel LD.s 124.81-1-1 and 124.82-1-1.
11.Discussion regarding possible amendments to the Planning Board's Rules of Procedure
ACTION ON NON-AGENDA MATTERS
NEXT NIEETEVG MAY 26,2016
PRESENT
BOARD Dominick Accurso,Jr.
John Grzan
Sal Morlino
Jeffrey Richman
Amy Schoen
Dan Tartaglia
Chairman Rob Goodman
STAFF Mrs.Jennifer Gray,Village Counsel
Mrs.Marilyn Timpone-Mohamed,Village Planning Consultant
Mr.Mike Nowak,Jr.,Village Engineer/Superintendent of DPW
Ms.Shari Melillo,Planning Board Secretary
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Chairman Goodman asked everyone to join him in the Pledge of Allegiance, introduced
the Planning Board and staff, and explained the rules of procedure for the meeting.
Chairman Goodman called for the first item on the agenda.
MINUTES
1. Review of minutes—April 2016 Minutes
There being no questions or comments,Chairman Goodman called for a motion to
approve the minutes.
On a motion made by Mrs. Schoen and seconded by Mr.Morlino,Mr.Nowak called the
roll,and the resolution was approved:
MR.ACCURSO YES
MR.GRZAN YES
MR.MORLINO YES
MR.RICHMAN YES
MRS.SCHOEN YES
MR.TARTAGLIA YES
CHAIRMAN GOODMAN YES
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
2. Review of a FAH Rezoning Petition, Subdivision and Lot 1 Site Plan Application
for construction of two multi-family affordable dwellings on proposed Lot 1
(BOT Referral), Site Plan Applications for proposed Lots 2 and 3 to be improved
with one market rate single family dwelling on each lot, and Wetland and Steep
Slopes Permit Applications, for the property located at 259 North Ridge Street,
Rye Brook,NY,Parcel I.D. 135.35-1-11
Chairman Goodman advised that the application received an adjournment to the next
Planning Board meeting on May 26,2016.
With the approval of the Board,Chairman Goodman took the next application out of
order.
5. Review of a Site Plan and Wetland Permit Application by John Defeo (Studer
Design) on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Solomons for an in-ground swimming pool
and patio with associated improvements for the property located at 54 Lincoln
Ave,Rye Brook,NY, Parcel I.D. 135.49-1-5
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On a motion made by Mrs. Schoen and seconded by Mr.Morlino,Mr.Nowak called the
roll and the Public Hearing was opened:
MR.ACCURSO YES
MR.GRZAN YES
MR.MORLINO YES
MR.RICHMAN YES
MRS.SCHOEN YES
MR.TARTAGLIA YES
CHAIRMAN GOODMAN YES
Mr. Craig Studer of Studer Designs addressed the Board and gave an overview of the
project which included removal of an existing pool and patio and installation of a new
pool, barbecue area and deck. The backyard has a tributary stream of the Blind Brook
running through it. Mr. Studer advised that the comments from the Frederick P. Clark
memo were addressed.Mitigation planting is proposed throughout the area and on slopes,
which will provide permanent erosion control. They met all requirements for mitigation
plantings for the area of disturbance in the wetland buffer. The wetland delineation was
updated and added to the survey.
Mrs.Timpone-Mohamed added that the applicant provided mitigation for the 2800
square feet of buffer disturbance,proposing 5200 square feet of mitigation plus another
540 square feet of clean up and restoration in the stream channel with removal of
invasive plant species.The requirements have been met for the wetland permits,and the
fence was removed from the stream channel as requested.
Mr.Accurso asked if there would be any net increase in impervious surface area from the
project.Mr.Studer responded that it was a small increase of only a few hundred square
feet.He added that stormwater run-off from the pool deck is captured by a slot drain,and
all run-off from other new impervious surfaces will be captured as well.
Mr.Mike Nowak noted that the applicant requested a waiver from providing a full
topographic survey of the property.Normally,for an application of this size,it is the
practice to allow submission of a partial topographic survey.Therefore,he recommends
approval of the waiver.
There being no further comments or questions,on a motion made by Mrs.Schoen and
seconded by Mr.Morlino,Mr.Nowak called the roll and the Public Hearing was closed:
MR.ACCURSO YES
MR.GRZAN YES
MR.MORLINO YES
MR.RICHMAN YES
MRS.SCHOEN YES
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MR.TARTAGLIA YES
CHAIRMAN GOODMAN YES
Mrs.Jennifer Gray read the resolution which can be found at the end of these minutes.
On a motion made by Mrs. Schoen and seconded by Mr.Richman,Mr.Nowak called the
roll and the resolution was approved:
MR.ACCURSO YES
MR.GRZAN YES
MR.MORLINO YES
MR.RICHMAN YES
MRS.SCHOEN YES
MR.TARTAGLIA YES
CHAIRMAN GOODMAN YES
PUBLIC HEARING
3. Review of an Amended Site Plan Application by Hilton Westchester to construct a tent
structure for the property located at 699 Westchester Ave,Rye Brook,NY,Parcel I.D.
135.74-1-8
On a motion made by Mr.Richman and seconded by Mrs.Schoen,Mr.Nowak called the
roll and the Public Hearing was opened:
MR.ACCURSO YES
MR.GRZAN YES
MR.MORLINO YES
MR.RICHMAN YES
MRS.SCHOEN YES
MR.TARTAGLIA YES
CHAIRMAN GOODMAN YES
Steve Wrabel,Esq.addressed the Board as legal counsel for the Hilton stating that they
last appeared before the Planning Board on April 14"`.As requested,they submitted a
landscape plan,the maximum capacity of the tent was revised to 541persons as per the
memo from Building Inspector Mike Izzo,and they will clean up the existing paths into
the wooded buffer.It is anticipated that music may be part of events in the tent but the
music will not be played beyond 9 pm during the week and lOpm on Friday and Saturday
nights.There will be no open flames in the tent,or smoking in tent,and there will be no
food trucks or mobile kitchens used.
Michael Junghans,engineer for the applicant,addressed the Board and gave an overview
of the site plan.They believe there is sufficient parking to accommodate events in the tent
even with the tent in place,and additional parking can be provided across the street,as
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needed,at 800 Westchester Avenue.They have added new landscape plantings to buffer
the adjacent residential properties.In lieu of an opaque perimeter fence they propose a
tiered landscape approach to provide a dense buffer.There are currently walkways which
they will improve cover with mulch,which they feel would provide a more formal way to
direct people off the site.
Mrs.Timpone-Mohamed responded that there were a number of outstanding issues. She
questioned the applicant's intent to add walkways to the rear of the property,as that area
is not a hotel entrance.Her concern is there is human activity in the vegetated buffer,
along with the visual issues of cars parking at night time in the hotel parking areas.In her
opinion,it would be more appropriate to install an opaque fence along the perimeter of
the property to hide the activity.
In regard to use of the tent and parking demand and capacity,originally it was explained
that use of the tent use was for hotel guests so the tent would not expand the facilities of
the hotel or the parking demand and there would be no need for additional parking
spaces.Now,the applicant is saying that the tent will be used for events such as bridal
parties,meetings,etc.that are not associated with hotel guests. Therefore,there is
concern that the parking space supply may not be sufficient to handle hotel guests and the
additional parking demand of the tent events.
Mrs.Timpone-Mohamed asked for analysis from the applicant of estimated parking
demand and supply to demonstrate that there will be sufficient parking available,and that
the visual impacts of the tent will not be significant for the neighbors.She wanted more
information regarding the tent and its use related to the tent being lit at night,its visibility
in the day time,and noise levels from outdoor air conditioner units and a stand by
generator.
Jennifer Gray,Esq.,Village Attorney,clarified the comments raised about zoning
requirements.In the H-1 district,setback requirements are applicable to buildings.The
Building Inspector has reviewed the plan and determined the tent to be a structure,but
not a building,which means setback requirements don't apply to the tent.However,the
Board has the power to require the tent to be located farther away from property lines
than proposed.With respect to parking,it is the same issue,the Board has the discretion
to address parking with the applicant.
Temporary tents are governed under Chapter 24 of the New York State Fire Code and
temporary tents must comply with specific regulations.The tent is proposed to be up for a
period of 6 months at a time,but no longer than 180 days in a 12 month period,and may
be for multiple years.
Chairman Goodman stated that the Board has broad discretion to address all planning
issues,but we cannot redefine terms such as"building"or"structure".
Mr.Tartaglia added that the Zoning Board can overrule the Building Inspector's
interpretation.
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Mr.Grzan asked about the generator that would only power the air conditioners.He
asked if the applicant considered supplying electrical power for the HVAC equipment
from the electric utility supplying the hotel instead of a generator that is noisy and near
the neighbors.
Mrs.Schoen was under the impression that the tent was to be used for training and at no
time did other types of events come up in the discussion,which bothered her.She
asked,Why is it necessary to use a tent for major events when the hotel has a ballroom?
Mr.Wrabel responded that any late day events would be held in the ballroom.Right now
the tent is only planned for training,but it also may be used for other events.
Mrs.Schoen asked if moving the overflow parking to 800 Westchester would cause an
issue with their parking requirements.
Mr.Accurso would like to make a site visit to particularly get into the backyards of some
of the neighbors so he can see the site from their vantage point.
Chairman Goodman took comments from the public for a limited amount of time.
Kenneth Florneze,3 Maple Court,advised the Board that he felt what is going on at the
Hilton is very destructive and upsetting.He has a single family residential home and the
proposed generator will be 100 feet from his windows.The Hilton has a temporary tent in
place for the Jewish Holidays so neighbors have seen how tent events will operate.Even
with a restriction of hours of use,there will be truck deliveries before,and clean up,etc.
after events.The noise affects a residential area.This is about peace of mind in your
neighborhood. When the hotel has their entire property to choose from,the proposal
locates the tent 100 feet from people's homes.The hotel should recognize we are their
neighbors.
Nicole Florneze stated that during the holidays when the Hilton hosts festivities there is a
lot of loud noise.She noted that she calls the Hilton regularly to complain about the
noise and unsavory activities in the area behind the tent and near her home.
Chris Broderick, 14 Beacon Lane,asked the Board to consider the equipment necessary
to support this kind of tent,not just the generators,but the AC units plus the people in the
tent,the workers,and the music creating noise.
Kevin Jamison,2 Maple Court,appreciates all the issues discussed.He lives on the other
side of the street from the Hilton property and he knows how loud noise from the hotel
can be.
Joanna Topping, 19 Beacon Lane,is directly adjacent to the wooded buffer area. She is
also an attorney and would like the Board to take a hard look at the proposed means of
egress.She also believes the project is an extension of the hotel dining facilities,and that
they may not have adequate parking,because they have not considered the additional
employees needed for the tent.
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Josephine Barber, 16 Beacon Lane,stated her concerns about noise and that she put in a
fence,but only on her property.She can't use her backyard because there is always
someone wandering around on the hotel property.
Vanessa Olgone, 16 Beacon Lane,stated that as time has gone on trees have come down
and now there is no effective screening. She asked the Board to come to her property to
look at the situation.
Adolph Panatere,3 Lincoln Avenue,is more worried about the sewer problems at the
hotel.
Michelle Sevetta,Jennifer Lane,is concerned about the walkways in the wooded area,and
that improving them will generate more foot traffic there.
Mrs.Timpone-Mohamed clarified that the Hilton is not asking to extend the vehicular
road up the hill onto Beacon Lane.Extending the vehicular road is not part of the
application.
Mr.Grzan asked about alternate locations for the tent and suggested the applicant look a
little harder at other locations.
Chairman Goodman advised the applicant that they had a number of decisions to make.
The application is troubling to many of their neighbors. From his perspective, it concerns
him that the purpose for the structure was not set out in full when the application was
made.Even though it would not be up for a year, it is a large,solid structure.The Hilton
is not in a strip mall or in an isolated location away from residential neighbors. The fact
that the event attendees can walk through the neighbor's properties regularly is a big
concern.He suggested that the applicant meet with the Village consultants and the staff
to discuss the issues raised at the meeting and in correspondence from neighbors received
by the Planning Board.The application will be adjourned to the June 9,2016 next
meeting and he would like the applicant to take affirmative steps to address the issues.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
4. Review of a Site Plan and Wetland Permit Application by 3 Edgewood Drive
LLC,to tear down and construct a single-family dwelling for the property located
at 3 Edgewood Drive,Rye Brook,NY, Parcel I.D. 135.36-1-31
APPLICATION ADJOURNED TO JUNE 9,2016
5. Review of Steep Slopes and Wetland Permit Applications by Rye Ridge Park,
LLC (Jonathan Kallman) to construct parkland and parking for the property
located at Bowman Ave,Rye Brook,NY,Parcel I.D. 141.26-1-1 and 141.27-1-7.
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On a motion made by Mr.Richman and seconded by Mrs.Schoen,Mr.Nowak called the
roll and the Public Hearing was opened for the steep slopes and wetland permit
applications:
MR.ACCURSO YES
MR.GRZAN YES
MR.MORLINO YES
MR.RICHMAN YES
MRS.SCHOEN YES
MR.TARTAGLIA YES
CHAIRMAN GOODMAN YES
Mr.Silverberg addressed the Board stating the purpose of the appearance is review of the
site plan for recommendation back to the Trustees and the Public Hearing for the
wetlands and steep slopes applications.The applications are for a public/private
partnership that is trying to develop the public park that was part of the original K&M
Bowman Avenue Realty Corporation application.The applicants met with the Village
consultants since the last meeting and they are hopeful that the applications can move
forward.
Jim Ryan addressed the Board advising them of the submission of new information since
the April 14u`meeting,which they believeaddresses comments from F.P.Clark and
Dolph Rotfeld of DRE.They provided the new topographic information requested and
some soil testing to provide answers to Dolph Rotfeld's comments.
Chairman Goodman noted that there was a DRE memo issued today regarding
stormwater management. Mr.Ryan believes the comments may have been addressed
already
In terms of the impacts relating to the wetlands,and F.P.Clark's comments,they
supplemented the plantings,and stabilized the edge of the water with plantings,which
helps with the visual impacts as well.The other issue is flood plain concerns.They must
demonstrate that the flood storage capacity of the site will not be altered.
In regard to the subdivision,they have worked closely with Building Inspector,Mickey
Izzo.There are two variances required,one for frontage and one for the buffer and set
back in the Scenic Roads Overlay District.They have filed their application and are
hoping to be on the June Zoning Board of Appeals agenda.
They also reached out to Westchester County regarding the Stream Channel Permit,as
required.
Mrs.Timpone-Mohamed advised the Board that her office just began reviewing what
was received from the applicant.However,they have a comment about an entrance to the
park in the area of the Roanoke neighborhood.There would be maintenance and safety
issues with the portion of the access that goes beyond the land area that belongs to the
Village.She is not sure there is a benefit to the access as proposed.The other issue is the
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reconfigured parking on the Rye Ridge Plaza lot that includes travel aisles at thethe
entrance and exit that would be confusing to drivers.nShe believes it can probably be
fixed with proper signage in that area and a little reconfiguring of the layout.The
landscaping has been improved,the grading plan is good because the new park features
are located mostly above the limit of the land area that floods.She still had concerns
about the parking area lighting and would like it to be less intrusive to the residences
nearby.The applicant still needs to supply a subdivision plat.
Mr.Tartaglia would like another entrance to the park near the trash compactor.He thinks
we are missing an opportunity by not having an entrance in the upper part of that area.He
would like to see the existing trash enclosure moved or better screened.
Public comment:
Colleen Dorros, 16'/2 Westview Avenue,just heard about the plan.She goes to the small
park off Roanoke with her grandson all the time.No one in the area is aware that there
may be changes in the park.Her main concern was that the park would be taken away.
She would liketo have better access to the exisitng small park on Roanoke.
Nancy Weber,21 Westview Avenue,also thought the small park was going to be paved
over,and agrees that better access is needed.
There being no further questions or comments,Mrs.Jennifer Gray read the draft report
and recommendations to the Board of Trustees.
On a motion made by Mrs. Schoen and seconded by Mr.Richman,Mr.Nowak called the
roll and the report was approved:
MR.ACCURSO YES
MR.GRZAN YES
MR.MORLINO YES
MR.RICHMAN YES
MRS.SCHOEN YES
MR.TARTAGLIA YES
CHAIRMAN GOODMAN YES
Mrs.Gray read the resolution forwarding the report to the Board of Trustees and on a
motion made by Mr.Morlino and seconded by Mrs.Schoen,Mr.Nowak called the roll
and the resolution was approved:
MR.ACCURSO YES
MR.GRZAN YES
MR.MORLINO YES
MR.RICHMAN YES
MRS.SCHOEN YES
MR.TARTAGLIA YES
CHAIRMAN GOODMAN YES
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On a motion made by Mr.Tartaglia and seconded by Mrs.Schoen,Mr.Nowak called the
roll and the Public Hearing on the steep slopes and the wetlands permits was continued to
June 9"`:
MR.ACCURSO YES
MR.GRZAN YES
MR.MORLINO YES
MR.RICHMAN YES
MRS.SCHOEN YES
MR.TARTAGLIA YES
CHAIRMAN GOODMAN YES
NEW BUSINESS
6. Review of an Amended Site Plan Application by Reckson Operating Partnership,L.P.,to
reduce the width of the extension of International Drive to two lanes,relocate trash
compactors and the salt storage area,and provide an emergency access driveway for the
property located at 1100 King Street Rye Brook,NY,Parcel I.D. 124.81-1-1 and 124.82-1-
1.
Jerry Schwalbe of Divney Tung Schwalbe gave an overview of the proposal to move a
trash compactor and salt storage area from the current locations to the Reckson Phase 2
parking area to allow the emergency access road for the Sun Homes development to be
built,and change the width of International Drive beyond the Reckson Phase 1 and Phase
2 parking areas from four lanes to two lanes.
Mrs.Timpone-Mohamed read the resolution setting the public hearing:
On a motion made by Mrs. Schoen and seconded by Mr.Morlino,Mr.Nowak called the
roll and the resolution was approved:
MR.ACCURSO YES
MR.GRZAN YES
MR.MORLINO YES
MR.RICHMAN YES
MRS.SCHOEN YES
MR.TARTAGLIA YES
CHAIRMAN GOODMAN YES
There being no further business,on a motion made by Mrs.Schoen and seconded by Mr.
Morlino,the meeting was adjourned at 10:41 pm by unanimous voice vote.
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RESOLUTION
APPLICATION FOR SITE PLAN AND WETLAND PERMIT APPROVAL
FOR 54 LINCOLN AVENUE
VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK PLANNING BOARD
WHEREAS, on behalf of property owner Laura and Seth Solomans, applicant
Studer Design Associates(John de Feo) submitted an application for approval of a site
plan and Wetland Permit to replace an in-ground swimming pool and pool equipment,
and construct a pool patio, pool enclosure fence, pavilion, pergola and permanent
barbeque area in the rear yard of the property located at 54 Lincoln Avenue in the R-12
Zoning District and the Scenic Roads Overlay District(SROD),Section 135.49, Block 1,
Lot 5 as shown on the Town of Rye Tax Assessor's Map;and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board reviewed the following plans and application
materials:
1. Short Environmental Assessment Form and EAF Mapper Summary Sheet dated
February 10,2016
2. Exterior Building Permit Application
3. Application for Site Plan Approval
4. Wetland Delineation,prepared by Pfizer-Jahnig Environmental Consulting,
Ridgefield,C.T.,dated April 25,2016
5. Wetlands and Watercourse Permit Application Narrative Letter to the Planning
Board from Studer Design Associates,Inc.,
6. Photograph survey of property
7. Partial Topographic Survey,prepared by Thomas C.Merritts Land Surveyors,
P.C.,Pleasantville,N.Y.dated January 12,2016,revised April 25,2016
8. Sheet A-1, Proposed Pavi lion and Pergola,prepared by John Clements Architect,
Ridgefield,C.T.,dated December 15,2015,
revised February 3,2016.
9. Sheet 1,Erosion and Sediment Control Plan,prepared by Fusion Engineering,
P.C.,White Plains,N.Y.,dated February 4,2016
10.Landscape Architect's Plans,prepared by Studer Design Associates,
Inc.,Ridgefield,C.T.:
Sheet Number Sheet Title Dated
LA-1 Proposed Pool Ste Plan 2/9/16 rev.
4/26/16
LA-2 Proposed Pool Layout and
Grading Plan 2/9/16 rev.4/26/16
LA-3 Proposed Pool Area Take-Offs 2/9/16 rev.
4/26/16
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LA-4 Proposed Pool Planting Plan 2/9/16 rev.
4/26/16
LA-5 Proposed Pool Details 2/9/16 rev.
4/26/16
LA-6 Proposed Pool Notesand
*ecifications 2/9/16 rev. 4/26/16;
and
WHEREAS, on April 14,2016 the Planning Board of the Village of Rye Brook,
pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA), determined the
Proposed Action to be a Type II Action requiring no further review pursuant to the
requirements of SEQRA;and
WHEREAS, the Village Planning Consultant, Village Engineering Consultant,
Village Staff and the Planning Board reviewed the information, submitted comments
regarding the site plan and wetland permit and made recommendations regarding
landscaping, wetland buffer and stormwater management and the plans were revised
according to the comments;and
WHEREAS, on May 12, 2016, the Planning Board opened a public hearing on
the subject application,at which time all persons interested were given an opportunity to
speak on behalf of or in opposition to said application and the Planning Board closed the
public hearing on May 12,2016;and
WHEREAS,the Planning Board has considered the wetland permit standards set
forth at Village Code §245-8(A) and recognizes the Applicant proposes wetland
mitigation in compliance with Village Code standards;and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board is familiar with the site and all aspects of the
project.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED,that upon recommendation of the
Village of Rye Brook Superintendent of Public Works/Village Engineer,and upon a
finding that the topographic information relevant to this application(which involves
work in the rear yard only)has been duly submitted,the Village of Rye Brook
Planning Board hereby approves the waiver requested by the applicant from the
requirement of providing a current topographic survey for portions of the property
other than the rear yard.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that for the reasons stated herein,the Village of
Rye Brook Planning Board hereby approves the site plans listed herein and approves
a Wetland Permit,to replace an in-ground swimming pool and pool equipment and
construct a pool patio,pool enclosure fence,pavilion,pergola and permanent
barbeque area in the rear yard of the property located at 54 Lincoln Avenue,upon the
following conditions:
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1. All plantings required in the plan titled Proposed Pool Planting Plan(5ieet LA-4),
prepared by Studer Design Associates, Inc.,dated 2/9/16,last revised 4/26/16, shall
be maintained by the property owner and replaced as necessary or as determined by
the Village Engineer/Superintendent of Public Works.
2. The Applicant must secure a Stream Control Permit from the Westchester County
Department of Public Works and Transportation to perform work within 100 feet
of the mapped and regulated channel of the Blind Brook.
3. The Wetland Permit shall be valid for a period of one year from the date of this
resolution, however, an extension of an original permit may be granted upon
written request to the Planning Board by the original permit holder or his/her legal
agent at least 90 days prior to the expiration date of the original permit.
4. The written Wetland Permit issued pursuant to this approval shall contain the
following conditions pursuant to Section 245-11(B)of the Village of Rye Brook
Code:
a Work conducted under a permit shall be open to inspection at any
time, including weekends and holidays, by the approval authority, the
Advisory Council on Environmental Conservation, the Village
Engineer or their designated representatives.
b. All permits issued under this chapter shall be void and of no effect
after one year from the date of issue thereof unless the work for which
the permit was issued has been actually commenced and not been
abandoned during that period.In such cases,the applicant may reapply
for a wetlands permit from the approval authority in accordance with
the provisions of this chapter. If the work for which the permit was
issued has commenced within one year from the date of issuance of the
permit, such permit may be renewed by the approval authority in
accordance with the renewal provisions set forth at §245-5(B)(7)of
the Village Code.
c. The permit holder shall provide written notification to the Village
Engineer of the date on which the regulated activity is to begin at least
five business days in advance of such date.
d. The approval authority's permit shall be prominently displayed at the
project site during the undertaking of any of the activities authorized
by the permit.
e. The boundaries of the regulated activity and all wetlands and
watercourses shall be stated and appropriately marked in the field so as
to make the boundaries visible.
f. The permit,including all conditions, shall be binding on all successors
and assignees of the permit holder;and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that no permits shall be issued by the Building
Department until the Applicant has paid to the Village all applicable fees and
professional review fees incurred in connection with review of this Application.
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RESOLUTION
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR AMENDED SITE PLANS AND STEEP
SLOPES WORK PERMITS FOR
1100 KING STREET,RECKSON EXECUTIVE PARK PHASE 1 AND PHASE
2SUBMITTED BY RECKSON OPERATING PARTNERSHIP,LP
VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK PLANNING BOARD
WHEREAS,the Reckson Operating Partnership,LP,property owner,submitted
applications for approval of an amended site plan and a Steep Slopes Work Permit to
alter the approved configuration of International Drive on Reckson Executive Park
Phases 1 and 2, 1100 King Street,Section 124.81,Block 1,Lot 1 and Section 124.82,
Block 1,Lot 1,respectively on the Town of Rye Tax Assessor's Map and located in the
OB-1 District and the King Street Scenic Road Overlay District(SROD),to provide
access to the Sun Homes development;and
WHEREAS,the review of the modifications to the approved layout of
International Drive and the location of the trash compactor and salt storage area were
reviewed as part of the SEQRA review of the PUD Concept and Site Plans for the Sun
Homes development,and a Negative Declaration was adopted by the Rye Brook Board of
Trustees on July 28,2015 thereby ending the SEQRA process.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED,that the Planning Board of the
Village of Rye Brook shall hold a public hearing on June 9,2016 at 7:30 p.m.at Village
Hall,938 King Street,Rye Brook,New York to consider the above-referenced
applications;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that the Applicant is hereby directed to comply
with Section 250-40 of the Village Code regarding notification for the public hearing.
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RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES ON THE SITE PLAN AND SUBDIVISION
APPLICATIONS BY RYE RIDGE PARK LLC
BE iT RESOLVED,that the Planning Board of the Village of Rye Brook adopts
the attached Report and Recommendation to the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees
requests the Secretary to the Planning Board forward a copy of the Report to the Board of
Trustees and the Village Administrator.
PLANNING BOARD OF THE ViLLAGE OF RYE BROOK
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE
VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK BOARD OF TRUSTEES ON THE SITE PLAN AND
SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS BY RYE RiDGE PARK LLC
FOR PROPERTY ON BOWMAN AVENUE
I. PROJECT OVERVIEW
On March 22, 2016, the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees ("BOT")
referred to the Village of Rye Brook Planning Board("Planning Board")an application
for approval of an Amended Site Plan for the Rye Ridge Shopping Center (Parcel ID
141.27-1-7) and a Third Amended Site Plan and Amended Subdivision (Parcel ID
141.26-1-1),for consideration of a Report and Recommendation. The Board of Trustees
is the approval authority for this application pursuant to Section 209-1(A)(1) of the
Village Code.
The application was made by Rye Ridge Park LLC("Applicant"), on behalf of
property owners, K&M Realty Group, Ltd. and Win Plaza, LLC, regarding property
located on the south side of Bowman Avenue west of South Ridge Street in the C1
zoning district(Parcel ID 141.26-1-1), Cl-P zoning district(Parcel ID 141.27-1-7) and
the Bowman Avenue Scenic Road Overlay District.
II. PLANNING BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS
The Planning Board reviewed this application at its April 14, 2016 and May 12,
2016 meetings. The Village Planning Consultant, F.P. Clark Associates, provided
Memoranda to the Planning Board dated April 8,2016 and May 6,2016. The Village's
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Engineering Consultant,Dolph Rotfeld Engineering,provided memoranda dated April 8,
2016 and May 12, 2016. The Planning Board also received memorandum from the
Village Emergency Services Task Force ("ESTE") and the Village Building Inspector,
both dated May 9,2016.
After discussion and consideration of the comments set forth in the various
memoranda,the Planning Board recommends and notes the following:
1. The Applicant should revise the proposed layout of the access driveway from
Bowman Avenue into the Win Plaza, LLC parcel to reduce the potential for
conflict or driver confusion in this area in which three travel aisles converge.
2. Proper signage should be installed to meaningfully identify the proposed park
and direct members of the public to its entrance.
3. Due to the increased visual impacts to the future residents of the Peninsula
resulting from the proximity of the parking area(headlights and site lighting),
the Planning Board recommends that the Applicant revise the Landscape Plan to
include more plantings at the base of the proposed retaining wall with screening
capability, as well as adding more native trees and shrubs closer to and at the
elevation of the parking area. Also, more native trees and shrubs should be
added to the area adjacent to Bowman Avenue in furtherance of the intent of the
Scenic Roads Overlay District.
4. A Photometric analysis must be submitted which meets the satisfaction of the
Village's staff and consultants.
5. A Tree Preservation Plan must be submitted which meets the satisfaction of
the Village's staff and consultants.
6. Instead of seeking a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals, the
Applicant should revise the plans to eliminate the proposed parking spaces
which encroach into the 35-foot vegetated buffer required by the Scenic
Roads Overlay District resulting from the proposed new parking area on the
Win Plaza LLC parcel. In prior applications involving the Rye Ridge
Shopping Center,the Applicant has consistently maintained that the existing
parking lot(s)contain sufficient parking to meet peak demands. Through this
application, the Applicant is proposing a net increase of 51 parking spaces,
some of which will be shared parking for the proposed park. Encroachment
into the SROD to add more parking is not recommended.
7. An alternative access point into the Village's existing parkland (Parcel ID
141.35-1-47) should be provided through the Win Plaza LLC parcel. It is
noted that the Emergency Services Task Force recommends a second point of
access to the proposed park should be created near the parking area at the
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southwestern corner of the Win Plaza parcel. (see,memorandum date May 9,
2016).
8. Due to a portion of the park's location within the 100 year floodplain and due
to the Applicant's proposal that the Village will be responsible for
maintenance of the park, materials used in the construction of the park,
including paving, water features, benches, fencing, should be easily and
inexpensively reparable and replaceable.
9. Compliance with Chapter 130 of the Village Code regarding construction in
floodplains must be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Village
Engineering Consultant.
10.It is noted that the application requires several variances from the Zoning
Board of Appeals, as described in the Building Inspector's May 9, 2016
memorandum.
11.As a condition of any approval, the Applicant must submit to the Village all
necessary easements and restrictive covenants providing for shared parking
for the proposed park, ingress and egress from Bowman Avenue to the
proposed park for public access to the park and access by the Village for park
maintenance purposes, plus any other necessary easement or restriction,
including temporary construction easements.
12.All outstanding comments from F.P. Clark Associates, Dolph Rotfeld
Engineering, and the Village Emergency Services Task Force, should be
addressed by the Applicant to the satisfaction of the Board of Trustees.
The Planning Board also notes that all work within the 100 foot wetland buffer is subject
to the issuance of a Wetland Permit from the Planning Board and all disturbances to
existing steep slopes or creation of new steep slopes is subject to a Steep Slopes Permit
from the Planning Board.
IV. CONCLUSION
In conclusion,the Planning Board recommends approval of the applications,upon
satisfactory compliance with the recommendations set forth above.
Dated: Rye Brook,New York
May 12,2016
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