2015-02-10 Sun Home PUD Text Amendment and Rezoning Application 445 Hamilton Avenue,14th Floor
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February 10, 2015
BY HAND
Hon, Paul S. Rosenberg, Mayor, and
Members of the Board of Trustees
Village of Rye Brook
938 King Street
Rye Brook,New York 10573
Re: Buckingham Partners/Sun Homes (Phase 3 Reckson Executive Park)
Petition Requesting Text Amendment to Zoning Ordinance and Application for
Re-Mapping of Premises into the Planned Unit Development District
Premiscs: 1100 King Street,• Section 129.25 Block 1 Lot 1
Dear Mayor Rosenberg and Members of the Board of Trustees;
On behalf of Buckingham Partners and Sun Homes (collectively the"Applicant"),as authorized
by Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P. as owner,we respectfully submit this Petition to Amend
the Zoning Ordinance,pursuant to Section 250-14, and Application to map the Premises in the
Planned Unit Development District ("PUD") in accordance with Section 250-7.E. of the Zoning
Ordinance. This Petition and Application requests permission to develop the Premises as a
residential community of one hundred ten(I 10) dwellings of which ten (10) dwellings would
qualify as Affordable Housing that affirmatively furthers fair housing ("AFFH") as such terms
are set forth in the Stipulation and Order entered in the United States District Court for the
Southern District of New York in the case between the United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development and the County of Westchester(Index No. 06 Civ. 2860 (DLC)).The
Affordable Housing units would be marketed for sale to families in the eighty (80) percent of
Westchester median family income range.
Similar to the Applicant's award-winning Kensett development in Darien, Connecticut,the
Applicant seeks to create a new community of homes able to enjoy the special beauty of the
Premises and the benefits of living in this Village, including a convenient commute to New York
City and a well-regarded school district, The location of the Premises, design of the townhouses,
scale of the streetscape and sensitive landscaping will make this new Residential Community an
inviting place to live. We look forward to arranging a site visit for this Board and members of
the Planning Board to view the Applicant's Kensett development.
The proposed new Residential Community would be situated on approximately 31.56 acre (i.e.,
the Phase 3 parcel) of the Reckson Executive Park, which totals approximately 79.5 acres.' The
Premises are located on the westerly side of King Street and bounded on the west by Purchase
College of the State University of New York, on the north by BelleFair at Rye Brook, and onthe
' Approximately 75.5 acres of the Reckson Executive Park is located in the Village of Rye Brook,with
approximately 3.5 acres thereof situated in the Town of Greenwich,Connecticut, and approximately 4.5 acres within
the Town/Village of Harrison,New York.
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south by Doral Greens at Arrowwood and the Arrowwood Conference Center. The Rye Brook
portion of the Premises, including Phase 3, is classified in the OB-1 (Campus/Office Building)
District in accordance with the Village's Zoning Ordinance.
The Phase 3 parcel has been approved for construction of a 280,000 square foot office building
with 1,120 parking spaces. The development and construction of the Phase 3 improvements have
not proceeded to completion, despite efforts by Reckson to secure major tenants to occupy the
proposed office building and alternative development concepts also have been proposed, but
withdrawn.2 Despite this fact, Reckson has invested significant monies and made meaningful
improvements to the Reckson Executive Park, including substantially completing the detention
and water quality basins, as well as planting of the basins and site earthwork on the Phase 3
parcel. Further, the Phase 3 parcel has access via International Drive at a signalized intersection
with King Street. It is respectfully submitted that the evaluation of potential traffic and other
environmental impacts for SEQRA purposes of the build-out of the proposed Residential
Community should be analyzed in comparison to the development of the Phase 3 parcel with the
280,000 square foot office building previously approved thereon.
Given the alternative opportunities for development of the Premises and the compatibility of
residential use of the site,we respectfully submit that it would be appropriate for the Village to
remap the Premises from the OB-1 (Campus/Office Building)District to the PUD District in
accordance with Section 250-7.E. The residential development of the site would be wholly
consistent with surrounding properties and would satisfy the purposes of the PUD District, as set
forth in Section 250-7.E.(1) of the Zoning Ordinance, as detailed below. The Zoning Ordinance
permits development of the Premises at a density of 6 units per acre, or more than 180 dwelling
units,whereas this proposal seeks approval of a total of 110 residential dwelling units as a
Planned Unit Development(PUD).
We respectfully submit that the Premises qualify for placement in the PUD (Planned Unit
Development) District, which action is governed by the Village Board. The PUD Overlay may be
applied to properties of at least 30 acres located north of the Hutchinson River Parkway. In the
PUD District,the density of development permitted is 9,000 square feet per acre, but no more
than 6 dwelling units per acre. As noted above, this proposed Residential Community would
have only half that density although we are asking the Village to amend the Zoning Ordinance to
permit additional floor area for Affordable Housing, attached garages and walk-out basements,
where Affordable Housing is provided at a rate of ten (10%) of the market-rate units.
2 A proposal to construct a private school(The Stanwich School)was withdrawn in 2002. Thereafter,major
corporate office tenants that were interested in occupying Phase 3 ultimately chose to move to Connecticut,rather
than Reckson Executive Park in Rye Brook. Most recently,a four-rink ice skating facility was proposed on a portion
of the Phase 3 property,but that proposal was withdrawn in 2013 following a lengthy review process and
considerable opposition.
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While the PUD regulations require at least 150 feet of frontage on a State, County or major
Village road that requirement was earlier waived when the overall office park was subdivided in
June 17, 1986 by the Village Board of Rye Brool (a copy of the relevant Town of Rye
Resolution is attached). Further of interest is that the Affordable Housing requirements (i.e.,
approximately 1 per 10 units)that apply to residential development in the Village do not apply
to, among other things, subdivisions proposed in the OB-1 District."
The relevant provisions of the Rye Brook Code confirm that there is a two step process
(Conceptual & Detailed) for the mapping of the Premises in the PUD District with the Village
Board of Trustees being the principal agency involved in issuing any decisions. This Application
commences that process and we look forward to working with the Village to enable this new
Residential Community to become a part of the broader Rye Brook community.
PETITION TO AMEND ZONING ORDINANCE
This letter Petition asks to amend Section 250-7.E.(3) of the Zoning Ordinance to better enable
the Village Board to consider site specific characteristics of proposed PUD developments,
flexibly addressing issues related to terrain,parcel configuration and building design while
holding true to the need to conserve natural resources and to preserve open space,providing
benefits to the community over and above that which the underlying district would otherwise
provide, such as the previously approved 280,000 square foot office building. This letter Petition
also requests the Village to provide an incentive for including Affordable Housing within PUD
developments.
There are four specific design issues that require the Village Board's consideration and have
prompted this Petition to amend the Zoning Ordinance:
1. The waiver of a 100-foot"buffer setback otherwise required under the regulations,
which buffer needs to be reduced internal to the Reckson property line for better
design and function for the residential development. It should be noted that the
current provisions of the Code permit the Village Board, upon recommendation of the
Planning Board,to reduce the setback(down to 80 feet) or to increase such
requirements (up to 120 feet) as noted below. However,the Village Board also has
the latitude and legal authority to waive and reduce the buffer area beyond 20%
provided the rationale underlying the need for such setback has resulted in the impacts
being mitigated (as the Village Board may determine)."'
2. As noted above,the density of development per acre is"capped" at 9,000 square feet
of floor area and 6 units per acre. Since the Premises is not required to provide
Affordable Housing, but the Applicant nevertheless is willing to offer ten(10)units
thereof, we are asking the Village Board to amend the Zoning Ordinance so that the
Village Board could waive the 9,000 square foot limitation, if and when Affordable
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Housing is provided in an amount equivalent to, or greater than ten(10%) of the
market-rate units (the"Affordable Housing Incentive").
3. The definition of floor area in Rye Brook's Code includes attached garages,but
excludes detached garages (presumably to preclude the conversion into finished space
of attached garages in existing houses). So, attached garages, are subject to the 9,000
square foot floor area limitation per acre in the PUD District,yet detached garages are
not subject to such limitation. This diverse treatment encourages the construction of
detached garages,despite the fact that they increase impervious coverage and expand
the number of buildings needed to be provided in a development. To minimize site
coverage, the Affordable Housing Incentive would apply in this instance to permit the
Village Board to allow attached garages and to permit such additional floor area
(beyond the 9,000 square foot limit per acre).
4. The Zoning Ordinance also includes basements within the 9,000 square foot floor area
limitation, if they are walk-outs and result from grading of the site. Since the
development of the Premises contemplates mass grading of the site, this Petition
seeks to amend the Zoning Ordinance to permit the Village Board to allow walk-out
basements as additional floor area(beyond the 9,000 square foot limitation per acre),
the Affordable Housing Incentive also would address this situation.
5. The requirement for 150 feet of minimum frontage on a State or County road
previously was addressed by the Village Board when it approved the subdivision of
the Reckson Executive Park and determined that the Phase III parcel did not need
independent street frontage, as set forth in its Resolution adopted on June 17, 1986.
Accordingly, we are requesting confirmation that this PUD development would not
need to conform to the 150 foot requirement for such frontage and, as a result, the
Petition does not seek to modify the Zoning Ordinance to address that issue. A copy
of the June 17, 1986 Resolution is enclosed for your convenience.
For the reasons noted above,this Petition hereby requests that Section 250-7.E.(3) of the Zoning
Ordinance be amended to read as follows [proposed new text is underlinedl:
(3) Authority. The Village Board shall be the municipal authority designated to grant
approval for rezoning to a PUD District, as well as the PUD concept plan, after
recommendation of the Planning Board. The Village Board shall retain the
jurisdiction to waive dimensional requirements of the Zoning Ordinance to allow
for flexibilfty of design in the site plan, including but not limited to:
(a) The Standards and requirements set forth in Section 250-7.E.(2)(d)rll may
be waived to permit additional floor area to be developed in such PUD
development, beyond the 9,000 square foot limit, if the development
provides Affordable Housing equivalent to ten(10)percent in number of
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the market-rate dwelling units in such development, provided that such
Affordable Housing is restricted for a fifty (50)year term consistent with
the Westchester County settlement and is marketed in accordance with the
terms of such settlement.
(b) The Buffer areas set forth in Section 250-7.E.(2)env be reduced where
the PUD development abuts commercial office improvements.
These proposed text revisions would allow for a more flexible approach to the design and
development of the proposed Residential Community on these Premises, but would also serve the
interests of the community by allowing the Village Board, with input from the Planning Board,to
recognize the unique characteristics of each site and allow the Village to balance the
requirements of the site, while meeting the purposes of the PUD District and encouraging
Affordable Housing to be developed through the Affordable Housing Incentive. A Zoning
Compliance Table for this proposed Residential Community(which notes the proposed
amendments to the Zoning Ordinance) is annexed hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit A.
THE PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
The new Residential Community will have Open Space surrounding it and yards for homeowners
within it, as well as a walking/jogging path available for all homeowners to enjoy. There will be
one hundred(100)market-rate,townhouse units, some of which will be detached and the balance
will be attached units of three together. The Residential Community is anticipated to be
completed within 4 to 5 years.
All market-rate units will have their own attached garage and some units may have the option of
finished walk-out basements. The market-rate units will range in size from approximately 2,300
to 3,300 square feet, not including the optional finished basement. There also will be a clubhouse
and swimming pool as part of the amenity package available to these homeowners for an
additional monthly fee.
Affordable Housing townhouses will be constructed consisting of ten(10%)percent of the
market-rate units, or ten(10) Affordable Housing townhouses situated within the Residential
Community,each with a detached garage. Of these ten Affordable Units, four(4)will be three
(3)bedroom units of approximately 1,500 square feet in size and six(6) will be two (2)bedroom
units of approximately 1,200 square feet in size.
In support of this Application, we respectfully enclose eighteen(18) sets of the following
documents detailing the design of the Residential Community and the potential impacts thereof
for environmental review by the Village:
1. Drawings prepared by Divney Tung Schwalbe, LLP, as follows:
a. "Illustrative Plan," dated February 9, 2015 (11x17);
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b. (SP-1.0) "Conceptual Site Plan,"dated February 9, 2015 (Scale: 1"=60') (24"06"
size); and
c. (SP-2.0) "Conceptual Grading& Utility Plan"'dated February 9, 2015 (Scale:
1"=60') (24"06" size).
2. Renderings and Floor Plans prepared by Bill McGuinness, architect, entitled as follows:
a. "Proposed Detached Homes - Reckson Phase III Site—Sun Homes" (Norwood
Unit) showing:
i. "Rear" and"Front;" and
ii. Floor Plans of Detached Homes of approximately 3,300 sq. ft. (25
Norwood Units of 100 homes); and
b. "Proposed Attached End Homes—Reckson Phase III Site— Sun Homes" (Chester
Unit) showing:
i. "Rear" and "Front;"and
ii. Floor Plans of attached end homes of approximately 2,800 sq. ft. (50
Chester Units of 100 homes); and
c. "Proposed Attached Interior Homes—Reckson Phase III Site—Sun Homes"
(Avon Unit) showing:
i. "Rear" and"Front;"and
ii. Floor Plans of approximately 2,350 sq. ft. (25 Avon Units of 100 homes);
and
d. "Proposed Affordable Homes—Reckson Phase III Site—Sun Homes" showing:
i. "Front Elevations"and"Rear Elevations;" and
ii. "Main Floor Plan"and"Upper Floor Plan" detailing the layout of the 10
Townhouse Units of approximately 1,400 sq. ft.
3. Survey prepared by Joseph R. Link entitled, "ALTA/ASCM Land Title Survey of
Property situate in the Village of Rye Brook, Town of Rye and the Town of Harrison,
Westchester County,New York,"dated March 23, 2002, last revised January 21, 2015.
4. A Full Environmental Assessment Form, including a supplemental Traffic Impact Study
and Report regarding Potential School Children Generation, all in compliance with
Article 8 of the New York State Environmental Conservation Law and the rules and
regulations promulgated thereunder at 6 N.Y.C.R.R. Part 617 (collectively "SEQRA"),
including the following supplemental reports:
a. "Traffic Impact Study for Sun Homes at Reckson Executive Park,Rye Brook,
Westchester County,New York,"dated January 14, 2015,prepared by Maser
Consulting P.A.; and
b. A Report prepared by Divney Tung Schwalbe, LLP entitled"School Aged
Children, Sun Homes, Rye Brook."
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5. Notarized Authorization of Reckson Operating Partnership, L.P., as owner of the
Premises, authorizing Applicant's submission and processing of this Petition and
Application.
6. Checks payable to the "Village of Rye Brook"for the following:3
a. PUD Application and Site Plan Fee of$17,825 ($575/acre @ 31 acres); and
b. An Escrow Deposit of$5,000.
COMPLIANCE WITH PUD PURPOSES
The Zoning Ordinance recognizes that this Residential Community is subject to the approval of
the Village Board in accordance with Section 250-7.E.thereof governing PUD Developments.
For your convenience,the relevant provisions of the Zoning Ordinance applicable to this use are
set forth below with information indicating this Application's compliance therewith:
Section 250-7.E.(l):
(a) To provide, where appropriate a mixture of single family residences, senior living
facilities, excluding nursing homes, townhouses, apartments and limited commercial,
retail and institutional uses,pus related accessory uses. For purposes of this§250-7E, a
nursing home shall have the same definition as "nursing home" as set forth in Title 10,
New York Codes, Rules and Regulations, Section 700.2.
The proposed Residential Community will be situated on an approximately 31.56
acre parcel of land, which in size and character is both compatible and in harmony
with Doral Greens at Arrowwood, the Arrowwood Conference Center,BelleFair
and the Reckson Executive Park. The site for the new Residential Community is
westerly of the existing office buildings and at a lower elevation than the nearest
residential buildings. The area around the new Residential Community will be
suitably landscaped.
(b) To provide flexibility of design by coordinating site plan, subdivision and zoning
review and other government regulations and review procedures.
The new Residential Community has been designed to fit within the area
previously designated for development of the 280,000 square foot office building
and 1,120 space parking lot,while substantially reducing the impervious coverage
of the Premises. The lower-scale of the residential units will permit landscaping
s While Applicant is submitting checks in payment for the requisite Application fees,it is understood that,subject to
authorization from Reckson,these Application fees instead will be deducted from the credit account that the Village
is holding for the benefit of Reckson in connection with a Real Estate Tax Refund,and in such event,the amount of
the enclosed checks would be refunded by the Village to the Applicant. In addition,though not included in the
summary of requisite fees presented herein,we respectfully submit that any other fees,n¢luding the Consultant
Review(Environmental)fee should also be drawn from the abovereferenced credit account.
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within the site and around its perimeter, including a walking/jogging path for
enjoyment of the residents. The stormwater management basins required for the
larger office development will be completed and utilized as additional buffer areas
benefiting the new residents.
(c) To conserve natural resources and to preserve open space.
The conversion of the use of the Premises from office to residential will allow for
more landscaping and open space than feasible previously. As noted,the homes
will have private areas accessible to them and the community will enjoy the
surrounding natural landscape and new planting areas to be created as part of the
development.
(d) To provide benefits to the community over and above that which the underlying
zoning district provides for, such as but not limited to increased recreational
opportunities and reduced traffic impact.
The compatibility of a new residential community between Belle Fair and Doral
Greens is inarguable and beneficial to the community, including a reduction in the
traffic impact compared to a 280,000 square foot office building, as detailed in the
accompanying Traffic Impact Study.
CONCLUSION
For the reasons set forth herein,we respectfully request that this Board initiate the formal review
of this Petition and Application by forwarding it to the Planning Board for its consideration and
report, as well as being forwarded to the Westchester County Planning Board and to both the
Town/Village of Harrison and the Town of Greenwich, Connecticut for their review and
comment. We also request that a Public Hearing be scheduled on this Application at your
earliest convenience.
We look forward to appearing before this Board to address any questions and thank you for your
consideration herein.
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Enclosures
cc: Edward Beane, Esq.; Mr. Christopher Bradbury, Village Manager; Messrs. Robert Dale,
Bill McGuinness and Rudolf Hutter; Mr. John Barnes; Messrs. Gerhard M. Schwalbe and
Matthew Steinberg; Dr. John Collins; Mr. Ronald P. Rieman; and Ms. Norma Drummond
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EXHIBIT A
SUN HOMES
RYE BROOK,NEW YORK
ZONING COMPLIANCE TABLE
SECTION"' ZONING REQUIREMENTS PUD PROPOSED
250-7E(2)
(b) Minimum Area 30 acres 31.5 acres
(c) Location
Frontage 150 it <150 ft
(d) Residential Use
[11 Maximum Density 9.000 st f acre >9,000 st i acre(3)
6 units I acre 3.6 units 1 acre
Maximum Height 30 it <_30 It
(e) Buffer Areas
Ill [a] Along property line abutting 150 a --
existing road
[b] Along property line abutting any 100 ft(Perimeter)
district 100 ft <100 R(Internal Campus)tot
(f) Open Space
[1] Private Common Space — Provided
[1] Public Space 10%torr fee 1n Fee in Lieu
260-6G[3] Ott Street Parking
Spaces Per Dwelling Unit(DU) 2 2 Garage Spaces per Unit
2 Spaces I Affordable Unit
Plus One Parking Space per DU 1 50 Spaces In Common Plus
200 Spaces in Driveways
{� Chapter 250(Zoning[of the Vrdlage of Rye Brook(October 2001).
m This requirement waived when the overall office park was subdivided in June 17,1986 by the Village Board of Rye Brook
m Applicant requesting Village Board to amend the Zoning Ordinance to permit Village Board to waive the 9.000 square foot
requirement if and when Affordable Housing is provided in an amouni equivafeni to,or greater than ten(109k)of the market-rate
units.
(4)Applicant requesting Village Board to amend the 100-foot buffer setback otherwise required under the regulations,which buffer
needs to be reduced internal to the Office Campus property fine for better design and function for the residential development.
'The Village Board of the Village of Rye Brook adopted a Resolution on June 17, 1986,which among other things,
stated:
. . .the Board of Trustees hereby waives the requirement that all lots have frontage on and direct access to
King Street,subject to a deed restriction or other covenant satisfactory to the Village Attorney assuring that
the uses and occupants of all lots in the Resubdivision will be provided with right of access between,in and
from King Street and each individual lot with the right to travel over adjacent lots as necessary and as
indicated on previously approved site plans."
The Village of Rye Brook's Code sets forth the affordable housing requirements at§219-27.1 entitled,"Required
affordable housing component'
A.AFFH Units,as defined in§250-26.1D,shall be provided as set forth in the table below when a
subdivision of a minimum of 11 lots is proposed.
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Number of
Proposed Lots Required AFFH Units
11 to 20 1
21 to 30 2
31 to 40 3
41 to 50 4
Continuing in like increments
1 additional AFFH Unit shall be required for each additional increment of 10
lots or part thereof
B.The requirement to provide AFFH Units,as set forth above,shall not apply to the following:
(1)Subdivision applications submitted prior to the effective date of this provision.
(2)Subdivisions approved prior to the effective date of this provision,including any amendments
to an approved subdivision,whether such amendments are submittedprior to or after the effective
date of this provision.
(3)Subdivisions proposed in the following districts: OB-1,OB-2,OB-3,OB-S,C1-P,C-1 and H1.
C.The requirements set forth at§250-26.1F(3)(d)through and including 250-26.1M shall apply to any
subdivision with AFFH Units.
Section 250-7.E. Special supplementary Regulations
(e)Buffer areas.
[1]There shall be required a buffer area around the perimeter of the site totaling
no less than 25%of the total site.The buffer requirements may be increased or
decreased by a maximum of 20%of the computed buffer area by the Village
Board after the recommendation of the Planning Board,based upon health,
welfare and aesthetic considerations.The following shall be minimum standards
for buffer areas on the perimeter of the PUD site:
[a]No less than 150 feet along the property line abutting any existing
road.
[b]No less than 100 feet along the property line abutting any district.
[c]For projects incorporating senior living facilities,no less than 50
feet along the property line abutting any office development or
industrial development,including airport facilities,provided that there
is adequate landscaping as determined by the Village Board. [Added 9-
23-1997 by L.L.No.6-1997]
[d]Provided that adequate landscaping and other appropriate mitigation
measures are provided which, at the sole discretion of the Village
Board,satisfactorily mitigate potential visual impacts while preserving
the character of the surrounding area,the Village Board shall have the
authority to reduce the buffer in specific areas.
[Added 9-23-1997 by L.L.No.6-1997]
[2] Such buffer areas shall remain in common ownership and shall not be
disturbed,except for permanent entrances/exits utilizing minimum buffer space,
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signage,passive recreation,landscaping,roads and for the provision of utilities.
Parking within buffer areas shall be permitted subject to provision of adequate
screening and provided that such parking is bcated at least 100 feet from the
perimeter property line of the PUD site.Notwithstanding the foregoing,parking
located within a buffer area may be owned privately and need not be in common
ownership,and the lot on which such parking is located may extaid into the
buffer area up to a maximum of 50 feet.To the extent that parking is located
within a buffer area,such use of the buffer area shall be limited to a buffer area
abutting an existing road and shall not exceed 15%of the overall length of such
buffer area.
[Amended 9-23-1997 by L.L.No.6-1997]
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD ON JUNE 17th, 1986 AT THE VILLAGE
OFFICE•AT 8P.M.
Present: Mayor Kabcenell, Trustees Nardi, Cresenzi, Zak
Attorney Kramer, Treasurer Cortese, Clerk Smith.
Absent: Trustee Meiskin
Minutes of'the meetings held May 27th and June 10th were accepted
as submitted.
'COMMUNICATION FROM RECREATION.
Tom Hroncich reported that we will be having our Birthday Run and
celebration• on June 21st. General Foods is our large sponsor and
contributes. $8,795 for the Run plus many other giveaways, the Hilton
provides several large birthday cakes, and Arrowwood will be providing
us with barbecued cold chicken for over 1200 people and London & Leeds
has given $2500.00 for the celebration.
PUBLIC HEARING — Subdivision Application of Phase II; Royal Executive
Park into two parcels to be known as Royal Executive Park I1(18.2 acres) and
Royal Executive Park III (31 acres).
Mayor Kabcenell read extracts from a Letter from the Rye Brook Assessor
stating that the property had been separated into two parcels for tax
purposes as a courtesy, however that is not final until the Board
takes the action to subdivide the property. This tax split made
no difference in taxes while the land was still undeveloped.
Our Consultants, Frederick P. Clarke Associates recommend approval
of the subdivision. Recreation fees requirements have been
fulfilled at the time of the original subdivision approval..
The jogging and fitness course which is half completed should be
completed and will be open to the public as agreed.
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook has
reviewed a proposed subdivision plat accompanying a subdivision
application dated 4/22/86 signed by Joel H. Sachs Esq., and
WHEREAS, said proposed subdivision is shown on a drawing or plat
entitled "Resubdivision Plan of Royal Executive Park in the Village
of Rye Brook and the Towns of Rye, New York, Harrison, New York,
Greenwich, Connecticut", Sheet 1 of 2, and
WHEREAS, a portion of said subdivision is also shown on an
accompanying map entitled "Easement Plan for Resubdivision Plan
of Royal Executive Park in the Village of Rye Brook and the Towns of
Rye, New York, Harrison, New York, Greenwich, Connecticut", scale
1" = 40', and
WHEREAS, the above maps are further identified as Sheets i and 2
of property designated in the Westchester County map files as Block
#7437, Sheets # 87 and 88, prepared by Edward J. Crothers, N.Y.L.S.
#41474, in the offices of J.A. Kirby Company, Civil Engineers and
Surveyors, Port Chester, New York, and
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3. The conditions and stipulations set forth in the Royal Executive
Park Phase 1B Resolution of Site Plan Approval adopted on or
about 10/22/84, shall remain in full force and effect and shall
in no way be abrogated or diminished in force and effect by the
terms and conditions of this resolution of resubdivision approval.
4. Pursuant to Section 1..5 of the Land Subdivision Regulations,
because of the special circumstances of this particular rezoning
request, extraordinary hardship would result from the strict
compliance of the applicant with Section 5.1.4. — Front.age on
Improved Streets, the Board of Trustees hereby waives the require—
ment ghat: all. lots have frontage on and direct access to King
Street subject to a deed restriction or other covenant satisfactory
to the Village Attorney assuring that the uses and occupants of
all. Lots in the resubdivision will be provided with right of
access between, to and from King Street and each individual lot
with the right to travel over adjacent lots as necessary and as
indicated on previously approved site plans.
5. The requirement that jogging and fitness trails be maintained by
the owner in good condition, for public use.
6. Four complete sets of final prints bearing the signature of the
owner and applicant: and the Village Mayor shall be presented to
the Village Clerk and receipt received from the Clerk for same
prior to the issuance of any further site plan review or approval
or building permits for further development of the proposed lots.
7. The approved linen copy of the resubdivision plat shall be filed
with the County Clerk by the applicant. A certified copy of same
shall be presented to the Village Clerk for filing.
Trustee Nardi voting AYE
Trustee Cresenzi voting AYE
Trustee 'Zak voting AYE
Mayor Kabcenell voting AYE
Trustee Me:iskin ABSENT
Mayor Kabcenell asked that Recreation Superintendent Tom Hroncich put
an item in the next newsletter about the jogging and fitness course.
In response to a question from Resident Ken Heller regarding
responsibility for liability in case of accidents on the jogging and
fitness course, Mayor Kabcenell suggested that belonged to the owner,
— Attorney Joel Sachs thought that possibly the Village could be named
as an additional "'insured" in their policy. The Mayor asked that Mr.
Sachs work it out with the Village Attorney.
MOBIL OILCORPORATION — RIDGE/BOWMAN RECONSTRUCTION APPLICATION.
Mayor Kabcenell said that a proposal to redesign the gas station
has been submitted.
George Morrow reported that the proposal. is being reviewed by the
Building Department, and suggested it be reviewed by the Attorney, and
then sent to the Planning Board for recommendations and report.
Completed site plans are not yet ready, but they wanted to get the
process started.
Mayor Kabcenell suggested that the Architectural Board of: Review
make recommendations.
Trustee Nardi commented that there seemed to be plans to carry
sodas and other items in a walk—in cooler, and was concerned with
the size of it.
Trustee Cresenzi questioned the rear yard setback of 5 feet which was
proposed.
RECSSON OPERATING PARTNERSHIP,L.P.
420 LEXINGTON AVEI\7UE
NEw Yoxx,NY 10170
February 10,2015
BY EMAIL: wnullAcuddyfeder.com
William S.Null,Esq.
Cuddy&Feder LLP
445 Hamilton Avenue, 10 Floor
White Plains,New York 10601
RE: Premises: Reckson Executive Park,Phase III
Authorization of Sun Homes to File Petition/Application to: (a)Amend
Zoning Ordinance:and(b)Map the Premises in the PUD District
Dear Mr.Null,
We are the owner of premises known as Phase III of the Reckson Executive Park,Rye Brook,
New York(the"Premises"),which Premises consists of about approximately 31.56 acres of
land in the Reckson Executive Park("REP"), which REP totals approximately 79.5 acres.
This letter confirms that you are authorized to submit and process the Application detailed in
your letter dated February 10,2015 addressed to Hon. Paul S.Rosen,Mayor,and Members
of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook(the"Application Letter"). Further,you
are authorized to seek Site Plan Approval for the development of the Premises for residential
purposes,as described in such Application Letter.
This letter is being delivered to you with the understanding that it will be submitted to the
Village of Rye Brook,among other governmental entities,when any Applications are filed.
Nevertheless,Reckson Operating Partnership LLC reserves the right to withdraw this
Authorization at any time and to direct you to withdraw any applications filed pursuant
thereto.
Very truly yours,
RECICTN O RA G PARTNERSHIP,L.P.
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Full Environmental Assessment Form
Part I -Project and Setting
Instructions for Completing Part 1
Part 1 is to be completed by the applicant or project sponsor. Responses become part of the application for approval or funding,
are subject to public review,and may be subject to further verification.
Complete Part 1 based on information currently available. If additional research or investigation would be needed to fully respond to
any item,please answer as thoroughly as possible based on current information;indicate whether missing information does not exist,
or is not reasonably available to the sponsor;and,when possible,generally describe work or studies which would be necessary to
update or fully develop that information.
Applicants/sponsors must complete all items in Sections A&B. In Sections C,D&E,most items contain an initial question that
must be answered either"Yes"or"No". If the answer to the initial question is"Yes",complete the sub-questions that follow. If the
answer to the initial question is"No",proceed to the next question. Section F allows the project sponsor to identify and attach any
additional information. Section G requires the name and signature of the project sponsor to verify that the information contained in
Part lis accurate and complete.
A.Project and Sponsor Information.
Name of Action or Project:
Sun Homes Rye Brook(Phase 3 of Reckson Executive Park)
Project Location(describe,and attach a general location map):
1100 King Street,Rye Brook, NY(Section 129.25, Block 1,Lot 1)
Brief Description of Proposed Action(include purpose or need):
Application for text amendments to Section 250-7.E.(3)of the Zoning Ordinance,to map Project Site in the Planned Unit Development District(PUD),and
to develop one hundred ten(110)dwellings of which ten(10)dwellings would qualify as Affordable Housing that affirmatively furthers fair housing(AFFH)
on a 31.56 acre parcel(Phase 3)of the Reckson Executive Park. The Project Site(Phase 3 parcel)has been previously approved for construction of a
280,000 square foot office building with 1,120 parking spaces. The development and construction of the Phase 3 improvements have not proceeded.
Name of Applicant/Sponsor: Telephone:845-855-9400
Sun Homes,William McGuinness E-Mail:
bmcguinness@sunhomes.com
Address:3 Memorial Avenue
City/PO:Pawling State:NY Zip Code:12564
Project Contact(if not same as sponsor;give name and title/role): Telephone:
same as applicant E-Mail:
Address:
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
Property Owner (if not same as sponsor): Telephone: 914-750-7200
Reckson Operating Partnership,L.P. E-Mail:
Address:
360 Hamilton Avenue
City/PO: White Plains State: NY Zip Code:10601
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B.Government Approvals
B.Government Approvals,Funding,or Sponsorship. ("Funding"includes grants,loans,tax relief,and any other forms of financial
assistance.)
Government Entity If Yes: Identify Agency and Approval(s) Application Date
Required (Actual or projected)
a. , ®Yes❑No Amend Zoning Ordinance;Re-Mapping Premises
or Village Board of Trustees
b.C;ity,Towtt o Village ®YeS❑No Review and recommendations
Planning Board or Commission
c.City Council,Town or ❑Yes®No
Village Zoning Board of Appeals
d.Other local agencies ®Yes❑No Building Department-Building Permits
e.County agencies ®Yes❑No Backflow prevention
f.Regional agencies ❑Yes®No
g. State agencies ®Yes❑No NYSDEC-SPDES Permit
h.Federal agencies ❑Yes®No
i. Coastal Resources.
i. Is the project site within a Coastal Area,or the waterfront area of a Designated Inland Waterway? ❑YesmNo
ii. Is the project site located in a community with an approved Local Waterfront Revitalization Program? ❑YesmNo
iii. Is the project site within a Coastal Erosion Hazard Area? ❑YesmNo
C.Planning and Zoning
C.1.Planning and zoning actions.
Will administrative or legislative adoption,or amendment of a plan,local law,ordinance,rule or regulation be the ❑YesmNo
only approval(s)which must be granted to enable the proposed action to proceed?
• If Yes,complete sections C,F and G.
• If No,proceed to question C.2 and complete all remaining sections and questions in Part 1
C.2.Adopted land use plans.
a.Do any municipally-adopted (city,town,village or county)comprehensive land use plan(s)include the site mYes❑No
where the proposed action would be located?
If Yes,does the comprehensive plan include specific recommendations for the site where the proposed action ❑YesmNo
would be located?
b.Is the site of the proposed action within any local or regional special planning district(for example: Greenway ❑YesmNo
Brownfield Opportunity Area(BOA);designated State or Federal heritage area;watershed management plan;
or other?)
If Yes,identify the plan(s):
c. Is the proposed action located wholly or partially within an area listed in an adopted municipal open space plan, ❑Yes®No
or an adopted municipal farmland protection plan?
If Yes,identify the plan(s):
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C.3. Zoning
a. Is the site of the proposed action located in a municipality with an adopted zoning law or ordinance. ®Yes❑No
If Yes,what is the zoning classification(s)including any applicable overlay district?
OB-1 (Campus/Office Building)
b. Is the use permitted or allowed by a special or conditional use permit? ®Yes❑No
c.Is a zoning change requested as part of the proposed action? ®Yes[--]No
If Yes,
i.What is the proposed new zoning for the site? PUD-Planned Unity Development District
CA.Existing community services.
a.In what school district is the project site located?Blind Brook-Rye UFSD
b. What police or other public protection forces serve the project site?
Rye Brook
c.Which fire protection and emergency medical services serve the project site?
Port Chester Fire District
d.What parks serve the project site?
Harkness Park
D.Project Details
D.1.Proposed and Potential Development
a.What is the general nature of the proposed action(e.g.,residential,industrial,commercial,recreational;if mixed,include all
components)? Residential
b.a.Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? 31.5 acres
b.Total acreage to be physically disturbed? approx.27 acres
c.Total acreage(project site and any contiguous properties)owned
or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? 76.4 acres
c.Is the proposed action an expansion of an existing project or use? ❑Yes®No
i. If Yes,what is the approximate percentage of the proposed expansion and identify the units(e.g.,acres,miles,housing units,
square feet)? % Units:
d.Is the proposed action a subdivision,or does it include a subdivision? ❑Yes®No
If Yes,
i.Purpose or type of subdivision?(e.g.,residential,industrial,commercial;if mixed,specify types)
ii. Is a cluster/conservation layout proposed? ❑Yes®No
iii.Number of lots proposed?
iv. Minimum and maximum proposed lot sizes? Minimum Maximum
e.Will proposed action be constructed in multiple phases? ❑Yes®No
i. If No,anticipated period of construction: 48-60 months
ii. If Yes:
• Total number of phases anticipated
• Anticipated commencement date of phase 1 (including demolition) month year
• Anticipated completion date of final phase month wear
• Generally describe connections or relationships among phases,including any contingencies where progress of one phase may
determine timing or duration of future phases:
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f.Does the project include new residential uses? ®Yes❑No
If Yes,show numbers of units proposed.
One Family Two Family Three Family Multiple Family four or more
Initial Phase 110
At completion
of all phases
g.Does the proposed action include new non-residential construction(including expansions)? ®Yes❑No
If Yes, Proposed residential clubhouse
i.Total number of structures 1
ii. Dimensions(in feet)of largest proposed structure: 30 height; 32 width; and 60 length
iii.Approximate extent of building space to be heated or cooled: 2.500 square feet
h.Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that will result in the impoundment of any ®Yes[]No
liquids,such as creation of a water supply,reservoir,pond,lake,waste lagoon or other storage?
If Yes,
i. Purpose of the impoundment:Completion of two stormwater basins and several rain gardens
ii. If a water impoundment,the principal source of the water: ❑ Ground water®Surface water streams ❑Other specify:
iii. If other than water,identify the type of impounded/contained liquids and their source.
iv. Approximate size of the proposed impoundment. (ea)Volume: 0.479 million gallons; surface area: 0.41 acres
v.Dimensions of the proposed dam or impounding structure: 5.5 height; 100 length
vi. Construction method/materials for the proposed dam or impounding structure(e.g.,earth fill,rock,wood,concrete):
Impounding structures already exist of soil/earth fill. Work includes reshaping and planting.
D.2. Project Operations
a.Does the proposed action include any excavation,mining,or dredging,during construction,operations,or both? ❑Yes®No
(Not including general site preparation,grading or installation of utilities or foundations where all excavated
materials will remain onsite)
If Yes:
i.What is the purpose of the excavation or dredging?
ii. How much material(including rock,earth,sediments,etc.)is proposed to be removed from the site?
• Volume(specify tons or cubic yards):
• Over what duration of time?
iii. Describe nature and characteristics of materials to be excavated or dredged,and plans to use,manage or dispose of them.
iv. Will there be onsite dewatering or processing of excavated materials? ❑Yes❑No
If yes,describe.
v.What is the total area to be dredged or excavated? acres
vi.What is the maximum area to be worked at any one time? acres
vii. What would be the maximum depth of excavation or dredging? feet
viii. Will the excavation require blasting? ❑Yes❑No
ix. Summarize site reclamation goals and plan:
b.Would the proposed action cause or result in alteration of,increase or decrease in size of,or encroachment ®Yes❑No
into any existing wetland,waterbody,shoreline,beach or adjacent area?
If Yes:
i. Identify the wetland or waterbody which would be affected(by name,water index number,wetland map number or geographic
description):Work previously approved to encroach into wetland adjacent area necessary to complete the stormwater management systems.
Approximately 26,066 SF will be altered to complete grading and planing. Permit issued as part of previously approved 280,000 SF
office building.
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ii. Describe how the proposed action would affect that waterbody or wetland,e.g.excavation,fill,placement of structures,or
alteration of channels,banks and shorelines. Indicate extent of activities,alterations and additions in square feet or acres:
No wetland work proposed. Work includes completion of two water quality stormwater basins and one stormwater detention basin
originally constructed in the 1980s.
iii. Will proposed action cause or result in disturbance to bottom sediments? ❑Yes®No
If Yes,describe:
iv. Will proposed action cause or result in the destruction or removal of aquatic vegetation? ❑Yes[Z]No
If Yes:
• acres of aquatic vegetation proposed to be removed:
• expected acreage of aquatic vegetation remaining after project completion:
• purpose of proposed removal(e.g.beach clearing,invasive species control,boat access):
• proposed method of plant removal:
• if chemical/herbicide treatment will be used,specify product(s):
v.Describe any proposed reclamation/mitigation following disturbance:
The water quality and detention basin bottoms will be planted with both aquatic and semi-aquatic plants.
c.Will the proposed action use,or create a new demand for water? ®Yes❑Ivo
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated water usage/demand per day: approx.39,750 gallons/day
ii. Will the proposed action obtain water from an existing public water supply? ®Yes❑Ivo
If Yes:
• Name of district or service area: United Water Westchester
• Does the existing public water supply have capacity to serve the proposal? ®Yes[-]No
• Is the project site in the existing district? ®Yes❑No
• Is expansion of the district needed? ❑Yes®No
• Do existing lines serve the project site? ®Yes❑No
iii.Will line extension within an existing district be necessary to supply the project? ❑Yes®Ivo
If Yes:
• Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project:
• Source(s)of supply for the district:
iv. Is a new water supply district or service area proposed to be formed to serve the project site? ❑ Yes®No
If,Yes:
• Applicant/sponsor for new district:
• Date application submitted or anticipated:
• Proposed source(s)of supply for new district:
v. If a public water supply will not be used,describe plans to provide water supply for the project:
vi.If water supply will be from wells(public or private),maximum pumping capacity: gallons/minute.
d.Will the proposed action generate liquid wastes? ®Yes❑No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated liquid waste generation per day: approx.36,150 gallons/day
ii.Nature of liquid wastes to be generated(e.g.,sanitary wastewater,industrial;if combination,describe all components and
approximate volumes or proportions of each): domestic sanitary wastewater
iii.Will the proposed action use any existing public wastewater treatment facilities? ®Yes❑No
If Yes:
• Name of wastewater treatment plant to be used: Blind Brook Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Name of district:
• Does the existing wastewater treatment plant have capacity to serve the project? ®Yes❑No
• Is the project site in the existing district? ®Yes❑No
• Is expansion of the district needed? ❑Yes®No
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• Do existing sewer lines serve the project site? ®Yes❑No
• Will line extension within an existing district be necessary to serve the project? ❑Yes®No
If Yes:
• Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project:
iv. Will a new wastewater(sewage)treatment district be formed to serve the project site? ❑Yes®No
If Yes:
• Applicant/sponsor for new district:
• Date application submitted or anticipated:
• What is the receiving water for the wastewater discharge?
V. If public facilities will not be used,describe plans to provide wastewater treatment for the project,including specifying proposed
receiving water(name and classification if surface discharge,or describe subsurface disposal plans):
vi. Describe any plans or designs to capture,recycle or reuse liquid waste:
e.Will the proposed action disturb more than one acre and create stormwater runoff,either from new point ®Yes❑No
sources(i.e.ditches,pipes,swales,curbs,gutters or other concentrated flows of stormwater)or non-point
source(i.e. sheet flow)during construction or post construction?
If Yes:
i.How much impervious surface will the project create in relation to total size of project parcel?
392,040 Square feet or 9 acres(impervious surface)
1,372,140 Square feet or 31.5 acres(parcel size)
ii.Describe types of new point sources No new point sources since stormwater basins already exist. New development will connect to existing
basins.
iii.Where will the stormwater runoff be directed(i.e.on-site stormwater management facility/structures,adjacent properties,
groundwater,on-site surface water or off-site surface waters)?
Surface water to be connected to existing stormwater quality basins and central detention basin.
• If to surface waters,identify receiving water bodies or wetlands:
Blind Brook
• Will stormwater runoff flow to adjacent properties? ElYes®No
iv. Does proposed plan minimize impervious surfaces,use pervious materials or collect and re-use stormwater? ®Yes❑No
f Does the proposed action include,or will it use on-site,one or more sources of air emissions,including fuel ®Yes[-]No
combustion,waste incineration,or other processes or operations?
If Yes,identify:
i.Mobile sources during project operations(e.g.,heavy equipment,fleet or delivery vehicles)
construction equipment
ii. Stationary sources during construction(e.g.,power generation,structural heating,batch plant,crushers)
Construction trailer to utilize natural gas or electric for heat and hot water.
iii. Stationary sources during operations(e.g.,process emissions,large boilers,electric generation)
Individual homes to utilize natural gas fired boilers for heat and hot water.
g.Will any air emission sources named in D.2.f(above),require a NY State Air Registration,Air Facility Permit, [-]Yes®No
or Federal Clean Air Act Title IV or Title V Permit?
If Yes:
i. Is the project site located in an Air quality non-attainment area? (Area routinely or periodically fails to meet ❑Yes❑No
ambient air quality standards for all or some parts of the year)
ii. In addition to emissions as calculated in the application,the project will generate:
• Tons/year(short tons)of Carbon Dioxide(CO2)
• Tons/year(short tons)of Nitrous Oxide(N2O)
• Tons/year(short tons)of Perfluorocarbons(PFCs)
• Tons/year(short tons)of Sulfur Hexafluoride(SF6)
• Tons/year(short tons)of Carbon Dioxide equivalent of Hydroflourocarbons(HFCs)
• Tons/year(short tons)of Hazardous Air Pollutants(HAPs)
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h.Will the proposed action generate or emit methane(including,but not limited to,sewage treatment plants, ❑Yes®No
landfills,composting facilities)?
If Yes:
i. Estimate methane generation in tons/year(metric):
ii.Describe any methane capture,control or elimination measures included in project design(e.g.,combustion to generate heat or
electricity,flaring):
i.Will the proposed action result in the release of air pollutants from open-air operations or processes,such as ❑Yes®No
quarry or landfill operations?
If Yes:Describe operations and nature of emissions(e.g.,diesel exhaust,rock particulates/dust):
j.Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels or generate substantial ❑Yes®No
new demand for transportation facilities or services? See Traffic Impact Study
If Yes:
i. When is the peak traffic expected(Check all that apply): ❑Morning ❑Evening ❑Weekend
❑Randomly between hours of to
ii. For commercial activities only,projected number of semi-trailer truck trips/day:
iii.Parking spaces: Existing Proposed Net increase/decrease
iv. Does the proposed action include any shared use parking? ❑Yes❑No
v. If the proposed action includes any modification of existing roads,creation of new roads or change in existing access,describe:
vi. Are public/private transportation service(s)or facilities available within'/Z mile of the proposed site? ❑Yes❑No
vii Will the proposed action include access to public transportation or accommodations for use of hybrid,electric ❑Yes❑No
or other alternative fueled vehicles?
viii.Will the proposed action include plans for pedestrian or bicycle accommodations for connections to existing ❑Yes❑No
pedestrian or bicycle routes?
k.Will the proposed action(for commercial or industrial projects only)generate new or additional demand N/A ❑Yes❑No
for energy?
If Yes:
i. Estimate annual electricity demand during operation of the proposed action:
ii. Anticipated sources/suppliers of electricity for the project(e.g.,on-site combustion,on-site renewable,via grid/local utility,or
other):
iii.Will the proposed action require a new,or an upgrade to,an existing substation? ❑Yes❑No
1.Hours of operation. Answer all items which apply.In accordance with Rye Brook Village Code Sec 158-4
i. During Construction:* ii. During Operations:
• Monday-Friday: 8 am-6 pm • Monday-Friday: N/A
• Saturday: 9 am-4 pm • Saturday: N/A
• Sunday: none • Sunday: N/A
• Holidays: none • Holidays: N/A
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m.Will the proposed action produce noise that will exceed existing ambient noise levels during construction, ®Yes❑No
operation,or both?
If yes:
i. Provide details including sources,time of day and duration:
Typical construction-related equipment,with duration limited to hours of operation in accordance with Village Code.
ii. Will proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a noise barrier or screen? ❑Yes®No
Describe:
n.. Will the proposed action have outdoor lighting? m Yes[]No
If yes:
i. Describe source(s),location(s),height of fixture(s),direction/aim,and proximity to nearest occupied structures:
Residential lighting fixtures. Lighting plan to be reviewed during site plan review process.
ii. Will proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a light barrier or screen? ❑Yes®No
Describe:
o. Does the proposed action have the potential to produce odors for more than one hour per day? ❑Yes®No
If Yes,describe possible sources,potential frequency and duration of odor emissions,and proximity to nearest
occupied structures:
p.Will the proposed action include any bulk storage of petroleum(combined capacity of over 1,100 gallons) ❑Yes®No
or chemical products 185 gallons in above ground storage or any amount in underground storage?
If Yes:
i.Product(s)to be stored
ii. Volume(s) per unit time (e.g.,month,year)
iii. Generally describe proposed storage facilities:
q.Will the proposed action(commercial,industrial and recreational projects only)use pesticides(i.e.,herbicides, ❑Yes []No
insecticides)during construction or operation? N/A
If Yes:
i.Describe proposed treatment(s):
ii. Will the proposed action use Integrated Pest Management Practices? ❑ Yes ❑No
r.Will the proposed action(commercial or industrial projects only)involve or require the management or disposal ❑ Yes ❑No
of solid waste(excluding hazardous materials)? N/A
If Yes:
i. Describe any solid waste(s)to be generated during construction or operation of the facility:
• Construction: tons per (unit of time)
• Operation: tons per (unit of time)
ii. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization,recycling or reuse of materials to avoid disposal as solid waste:
• Construction:
• Operation:
iii.Proposed disposal methods/facilities for solid waste generated on-site:
• Construction:
• Operation:
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s.Does the proposed action include construction or modification of a solid waste management facility? ❑Yes® No
If Yes:
i. Type of management or handling of waste proposed for the site(e.g.,recycling or transfer station,composting,landfill,or
other disposal activities):
ii. Anticipated rate of disposal/processing:
• Tons/month,if transfer or other non-combustion/thermal treatment,or
• Tons/hour,if combustion or thermal treatment
iii. If landfill,anticipated site life: years
t.Will proposed action at the site involve the commercial generation,treatment,storage,or disposal of hazardous ❑Yes®No
waste?
If Yes:
i.Name(s)of all hazardous wastes or constituents to be generated,handled or managed at facility:
ii. Generally describe processes or activities involving hazardous wastes or constituents:
iii. Specify amount to be handled or generated tons/month
iv. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization,recycling or reuse of hazardous constituents:
v.Will any hazardous wastes be disposed at an existing offsite hazardous waste facility? ❑Yes❑No
If Yes:provide name and location of facility:
If No:describe proposed management of any hazardous wastes which will not be sent to a hazardous waste facility:
E.Site and Setting of Proposed Action
E.1.Land uses on and surrounding the project site
a.Existing land uses.
i. Check all uses that occur on,adjoining and near the project site.
❑ Urban ❑ Industrial ® Commercial ® Residential(suburban) ❑ Rural(non-farm)
❑ Forest ❑ Agriculture ❑ Aquatic ® Other(specify):institutional;private recreation(golf course)
ii. If mix of uses,generally describe:
b.Land uses and covertypes on the project site.
Land use or Current Acreage After Change
Covertype Acreage Project Completion (Acres+/-)
• Roads,buildings,and other paved or impervious
0.2 8.9 8.6
surfaces
• Forested 10.2 4 (6.6)
• Meadows,grasslands or brushlands(non- 14.6 0 (14.6)
agricultural,including abandoned agricultural)
• Agricultural
(includes active orchards,field,greenhouse etc.)
• Surface water features 0.5 0.5 0
(lakes,ponds,streams,rivers,etc.)
• Wetlands(freshwater or tidal)
• Non-vegetated(bare rock,earth or fill)
• Other
Describe:Landscape and Stormwater Basins 6 19 12.6
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c.Is the project site presently used by members of the community for public recreation? ❑Yes✓❑No
i. If Yes:explain:
d.Are there any facilities serving children,the elderly,people with disabilities(e.g.,schools,hospitals,licensed ®Yes❑No
day care centers,or group homes)within 1500 feet of the project site?
If Yes,
i. Identify Facilities:
Atria Rye Brook, 1200 King Street. Independent living facility.Located approximately 1,200 feet northeast of site.
e.Does the project site contain an existing dam? ®Yes❑No
If Yes:
i.Dimensions of the dam and impoundment:
• Dam height: 5.6 feet
• Dam length: 660 feet
• Surface area: 1.49 ac.(proposed)0.73 ac(existing) acres
• Volume impounded: 16.98 (proposed)ga4lotts G acre-feet
ii. Dam's existing hazard classification:
iii. Provide date and summarize results of last inspection:
Dam is not regulated since dam height is less than 6 feet.
f Has the project site ever been used as a municipal,commercial or industrial solid waste management facility, ❑Yes®No
or does the project site adjoin property which is now,or was at one time,used as a solid waste management facility?
If Yes:
i.Has the facility been formally closed? ❑Yes❑ No
• If yes,cite sources/documentation:
ii. Describe the location of the project site relative to the boundaries of the solid waste management facility:
iii.Describe any development constraints due to the prior solid waste activities:
g.Have hazardous wastes been generated,treated and/or disposed of at the site,or does the project site adjoin ❑Yes®No
property which is now or was at one time used to commercially treat,store and/or dispose of hazardous waste?
If Yes:
i.Describe waste(s)handled and waste management activities,including approximate time when activities occurred:
h. Potential contamination history. Has there been a reported spill at the proposed project site,or have any ®Yes❑ No
remedial actions been conducted at or adjacent to the proposed site?
If Yes:
i. Is any portion of the site listed on the NYSDEC Spills Incidents database or Environmental Site ®Yes❑No
Remediation database? Check all that apply:
® Yes—Spills Incidents database Provide DEC ID number(s): see attached list,none on project parcel
❑ Yes—Environmental Site Remediation database Provide DEC ID number(s):
❑ Neither database
ii. If site has been subject of RCRA corrective activities,describe control measures:
iii. Is the project within 2000 feet of any site in the NYSDEC Environmental Site Remediation database? ❑Yes®No
If yes,provide DEC ID number(s):
iv. If yes to(i),(ii)or(iii)above,describe current status of site(s):
See attached list
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v. Is the project site subject to an institutional control limiting property uses? ❑YesONo
• If yes,DEC site ID number:
• Describe the type of institutional control(e.g.,deed restriction or easement):
• Describe any use limitations:
• Describe any engineering controls:
• Will the project affect the institutional or engineering controls in place? ❑Yes❑No
• Explain:
E.2. Natural Resources On or Near Project Site
a.What is the average depth to bedrock on the project site? >5 feet
b.Are there bedrock outcroppings on the project site? ❑YesmNo
If Yes,what proportion of the site is comprised of bedrock outcroppings? %
c.Predominant soil type(s)present on project site: Woodbridge loam(WdB,WdC) 52 %
Paxton fine sandy loam(PnC) 21 %
Ridgebury loam(RdB) 17 %
d.What is the average depth to the water table on the project site? Average: 0-5 feet
e.Drainage status of project site soils:® Well Drained: 17%of site
® Moderately Well Drained: 75%of site
® Poorly Drained 8%of site
f.Approximate proportion of proposed action site with slopes: ® 0-10%: ___Ze%of site
® 10-15%: 8 %of site
® 15%or greater: 22 %of site
g.Are there any unique geologic features on the project site? ❑YesmNo
If Yes,describe:
h. Surface water features.
i.Does any portion of the project site contain wetlands or other waterbodies(including streams,rivers, ®Yes❑No
ponds or lakes)?
ii. Do any wetlands or other waterbodies adjoin the project site? ®Yes❑No
If Yes to either i or ii,continue. If No,skip to E.2.i.
iii. Are any of the wetlands or waterbodies within or adjoining the project site regulated by any federal, ®Yes❑No
state or local agency?
iv. For each identified regulated wetland and waterbody on the project site,provide the following information:
• Streams: Name 935-95 Classification C
0 Lakes or Ponds: Name Classification
• Wetlands: Name Federal Waters,Federal Waters,Federal Waters,... Approximate Size NYS Wetland 18.6 ac
• Wetland No.(if regulated by DEC) G-3
v. Are any of the above water bodies listed in the most recent compilation of NYS water quality-impaired ®Yes❑No
waterbodies?
If yes,name of impaired water body/bodies and basis for listing as impaired:
Name-Pollutants-Uses:Blind Brook,Upper,and tribs—Silt/Sediment—Aquatic Life
i.Is the project site in a designated Floodway? ®Yes❑No
j.Is the project site in the 100 year Floodplain? ®Yes❑No
k.Is the project site in the 500 year Floodplain? ®Yes❑No
1.Is the project site located over,or immediately adjoining,a primary,principal or sole source aquifer? ❑Yes®No
If Yes:
i.Name of aquifer:
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m. Identify the predominant wildlife species that occupy or use the project site:
n.Does the project site contain a designated significant natural community? ❑Yes®No
If Yes:
i.Describe the habitat/community(composition,function,and basis for designation):
ii. Source(s)of description or evaluation:
iii. Extent of community/habitat:
• Currently: acres
• Following completion of project as proposed: acres
• Gain or loss(indicate+or-): acres
o.Does project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by the federal government or NYS as ®Yes❑No
endangered or threatened,or does it contain any areas identified as habitat for an endangered or threatened species?
The EAF Mapper identified a species that may be endangered or threatened within the site's vicinity. A request has been made to NYSDEC to determine
the species,however no habitat has been previously identified for endangered or threatened species during previous environmental review of this Site.
p. Does the project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by NYS as rare,or as a species of ❑Yes®No
special concern?
q.Is the project site or adjoining area currently used for hunting,trapping,fishing or shell fishing? ❑YesmNo
If yes,give a brief description of how the proposed action may affect that use:
E.3. Designated Public Resources On or Near Project Site
a.Is the project site,or any portion of it,located in a designated agricultural district certified pursuant to ❑YesmNo
Agriculture and Markets Law,Article 25-AA,Section 303 and 304?
If Yes, provide county plus district name/number:
b.Are agricultural lands consisting of highly productive soils present? ❑Yes ZNo
i. If Yes:acreage(s)on project site?
ii. Source(s)of soil rating(s):
c. Does the project site contain all or part of,or is it substantially contiguous to,a registered National ❑YesmNo
Natural Landmark?
If Yes:
i. Nature of the natural landmark: ❑Biological Community ❑ Geological Feature
ii. Provide brief description of landmark,including values behind designation and approximate size/extent:
d.Is the project site located in or does it adjoin a state listed Critical Environmental Area? ®Yes❑No
If Yes:
i. CEA name: Airport 60 Ldn Noise Contour
ii. Basis for designation: Exceptional or unique character
iii. Designating agency and date: Date:1-31-90,Agency:Westchester County
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e.Does the project site contain,or is it substantially contiguous to,a building,archaeological site,or district ❑Yes®No
which is listed on,or has been nominated by the NYS Board of Historic Preservation for inclusion on,the
State or National Register of Historic Places?
If Yes:
i.Nature of historic/archaeological resource: ❑Archaeological Site ❑Historic Building or District
ii.Name:
iii. Brief description of attributes on which listing is based:
£Is the project site,or any portion of it,located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for ❑Yes®No
archaeological sites on the NY State Historic Preservation Office(SHPO)archaeological site inventory?
g.Have additional archaeological or historic site(s)or resources been identified on the project site? ❑Yes®No
If Yes:
i.Describe possible resource(s):
ii. Basis for identification:
h.Is the project site within fives miles of any officially designated and publicly accessible federal,state,or local ❑Yes®No
scenic or aesthetic resource?
If Yes:
i. Identify resource:
ii.Nature of,or basis for,designation(e.g.,established highway overlook,state or local park,state historic trail or scenic byway,
etc.):
iii. Distance between project and resource: miles.
i. Is the project site located within a designated river corridor under the Wild,Scenic and Recreational Rivers ❑Yes®No
Program 6 NYCRR 666?
If Yes:
i. Identify the name of the river and its designation:
ii. Is the activity consistent with development restrictions contained in 6NYCRR Part 666? ❑Yes❑No
F.Additional Information
Attach any additional information which may be needed to clarify your project.
If you have identified any adverse impacts which could be associated with your proposal,please describe those impacts plus any
measures which you propose to avoid or minimize them.
G. Verification
I certify that the information provided is true to the best of my knowledge.
Applicant/Sponsor Name Sun Homes Date
Partner, Divney Tung Schwalbe, LLP
Signature Title Planning and Engineering Consultant
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EAF Mapper Summary Report Thursday, January 15, 2015 8:19 AM
Disclaimer: The EAF Mapper is a screening tool intended to assist
project sponsors and reviewing agencies in preparing an environmental
+" X assessment form(EAF).Not all questions asked in the EAF are
answered by the EAF Mapper.Additional information on any EAF
question can be obtained by consulting the EAF Workbooks. Although
r the EAF Mapper provides the most up-to-date digital data available to
DEC,you may also need to contact local or other data sources in order
AOKF to obtain data not provided by the Mapper.Digital data is not a
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C.2.b. [Special Planning District] Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF
Workbook.
E.1.h [DEC Spills or Remediation Site - Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF
Potential Contamination History] Workbook.
E.1.h.i [DEC Spills or Remediation Site - Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF
Listed] Workbook.
E.1.h.i [DEC Spills or Remediation Site - Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF
Environmental Site Remediation Database] Workbook.
E.1.h.iii [Within 2,000' of DEC Remediation No
Site]
E.2.g [Unique Geologic Features] No
E.2.h.i [Surface Water Features] Yes
E.2.h.ii [Surface Water Features] Yes
E.2.h.iii [Surface Water Features] Yes - Digital mapping information on local and federal wetlands and
waterbodies is known to be incomplete. Refer to EAF Workbook.
E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features -Stream 935-95
Name]
E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features -Stream C
Classification]
E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features -Wetlands Federal Waters, NYS Wetland
Name]
E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features -Wetlands NYS Wetland (in acres):18.6
Size]
E.2.h.iv [Surface Water Features - DEC G-3
Wetlands Number]
E.2.h.v[Impaired Water Bodies] Yes
Full Environmental Assessment Form - EAF Mapper Summary Report 1
E.2.h.v[Impaired Water Bodies - Name and Name - Pollutants - Uses:Blind Brook, Upper, and tribs —Silt/Sediment—
Basis for Listing] Aquatic Life
E.2.i. [Floodway] Yes
E.2.j. [100 Year Floodplain] Yes
E.2.k. [500 Year Floodplain] Yes
E.2.1. [Aquifers] No
E.2.n. [Natural Communities] No
E.2.o. [Endangered or Threatened Species] Yes
E.2.p. [Rare Plants or Animals] No
E.3.a. [Agricultural District] No
E.3.c. [National Natural Landmark] No
E.3.d [Critical Environmental Area] Yes
E.3.d [Critical Environmental Area - Name] Airport 60 Ldn Noise Contour
E.3.d.ii [Critical Environmental Area - Exceptional or unique character
Reason]
E.3.d.iii [Critical Environmental Area— Date Date:1-31-90, Agency:Westchester County
and Agency]
E.3.e. [National Register of Historic Places] Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF
Workbook.
E.3.f. [Archeological Sites] No
E.3.i. [Designated River Corridor] No
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DIVNEY • TUNG • SCHWALBE One North Broadway Andrew V.Tung,ASLA, Esq., LEEDAP
Intelligent Land Use White Plains, NY 10601 Gerhard M. Schwalbe, P.F.
P: 914.428.0010 William J.Carey,Jr.
F: 914.428.0017 Mark S. Gratz, P.E.
www.divneytungschwalbe.coni Lisa L. Baker,AICP,ASLA
Maria A. Coplit, P.E.
Donna M. Maiello,ASLA
SCHOOL-ACED CHILDREN
SUN HOMES RYE BROOD
The following analysis provides the potential number of public school-aged children that could be
generated by the proposed Sun Homes Rye Brook residential community.
Rutgers University's Center for Urban Policy Research released a publication entitled"Residential
Demographic Multipliers: Estimates of Occupants of New Housing" (New Brunswick,New Jersey,
June 2006) ("Rutgers Study")'which included a report for the State of New York. The report
provides multipliers for the total number of people per dwelling unit by age, the total number of
school-aged children (SAC), and the total number of public school-aged children (PSAC) for new
housing units. Each of these multipliers is provided based upon the type of housing unit (e.g. detached
single-family, attached single-family,multifamily), the number of bedrooms,and the value of the
housing unit arrayed in thirds (top-third,middle-third, and lower-third of value).
Table 1 presents the multipliers for PSAC for each proposed housing unit type and bedroom count in
the proposed project. For each housing type, the multiplier for the appropriate value (Rutgers Study,
Table 3--2). Based on this analysis, it is anticipated that the proposed residential community would
generate approximately 39 public school-aged children.
Table 1 - New York School-Age Children (Public School Onl )2
Multiplier for
Type of Unit Number of Units School-Aged Total School-
Children per Aged Children
Unit
2-4 Units, 2 Bedroom
Value of More than$132,000 6 0.36 2.2
2-4 Units, 3 Bedroom
Value of More than$213,500 4 0.62 2.5
Single-Family Attached, 3 Bedroom
Value of More than$269,500 75 0.28 21.0
Single-Family Detached, 3 Bedroom
Value of More than$194,500 25 0.50 12.5
Total 110 -- 38.1
Total public school-aged children
(rounded) -- -- 39.0
'A copy of the Rutgers Study's New York multipliers tables are attached to this analysis.
2 Residential Demographic Multipliers. Center for Urban Policy Research,Rutgers University. Table 3--1 New
York,School Age Children in Public School (PSAC). June 2006.
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The Rutgers Study indicates that 73% of all school-aged children would be anticipated to be public
school-aged children, as opposed to children enrolled in private schools. Based on the U.S. Census
Bureau's American Community Survey' the Blind Brook School District had a public school
enrollment of 92% of total school-aged children. Table 2 presents the multipliers for all school-aged
children (SAC) and provides an estimate of the public school-aged children after adjusting for the Blind
Brook School District's ratio of public to private enrolled students (92%). Based on this analysis, it is
anticipated that the proposed residential community would generate approximately 46 public school-
aged children.
Table 2 - School-Age Children (Adjusted Public School Children based on Blind Brook
School District)'
Multiplier for
Type of Unit Number of Units School-Aged Total School-
Children per Aged Children
Unit
2-4 Units, 2 Bedroom
Value of More than$132,000 6 0.45 2.7
2-4 Units, 3 Bedroom
Value of More than$213,500 4 0.83 3.3
Single-Family Attached, 3 Bedroom
Value of More than$269,500 75 0.39 29.3
Single-Family Detached, 3 Bedroom
Value of More than$269,500 25 0.58 14.5
Total (Public&Private) 110 -- 49.8
Total public school-aged children
(Adjusted based on Blind Brook
School District ratio) -- -- 46.0
Based on U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2008-2012 the Blind Brook
School District had approximately 2,298 occupied housing units'with an estimated 1,497 students
'U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey(ACS) 2008-2012 Blind Brook School District contained
1,440 school-aged children with 1,330 public school children. This equates to a public school enrollment for the
Blind Brook School District of 92% of the total enrolled children. Comparatively,the Rutgers Center for Urban
Policy Research indicates that 73%public school children are projected when compared to total school aged
children (Table 2--1,Public and Private).ACS data obtained from National Centers for Education Statistics'
School District Demographic System.http://nces.ed.gov/surveys/sdds/index.aspx.
'Residential Demographic Multipliers. Center for Urban Policy Research,Rutgers University. Table 2--1 New
York,School Age Children(SAC). June 2006.
s Based on U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey(ACS) 2008-2012 the Blind Brook School
District contained 2,298 occupied housing units.
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enrolled for the 2014-2015 school year',which equates to approximately 0.65 students per occupied
housing unit. Based on this ratio, it is conservatively estimated that the number of public school-aged
children generated by the proposed community could be approximately 72.
'Blind Brook-Rye USFSD 2014-2015 K-12 enrollment was estimated at 1,497, per Adopted Budget 2014-2015.
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Rutgers University, Center for Urban Policy Research
Residential Demographic Multipliers
Estimates of the Occupants of New Housing
(Residents, School-Age Children, Public School-Age Children)
by State, Housing Type, Housing Size, and Housing Price
Prepared by:
Robert W. Burchell, Ph.D.
David Listokin, Ph.D.
William Dolphin, M.A.
Center for Urban Policy Research
Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning
and Public Policy
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, New Jersey
June 2006
DESCRIPTION,DEFINITION,AND ORGANIZATION OF
RESIDENTIAL DEMOGRAPHIC MULTIPLIERS
The national, state, and District of Columbia residential demographic multipliers are derived from the 2000 U.S. Census 5-Percent
Public Use Microdata Sample(PUMS).The demographic multipliers include the following data fields and organization:
1. Household Size(HS): Total persons per housing unit.
2. Age distribution of the household members organized into the following age categories:0-4,5-13, 14-17, 18-24,25-44,45-64,
65-74,75+.
3. Total school-age children(SAC)or number of persons in the household of school age,defined as those 5 to 17 years old.
(The SAC is the same as the combined number of household members in the 5-13 and 14-17 age categories.)
4. Total public school-age children(PSAC),or the SAC who attend public schools.
5. The SAC and PSAC by grade group organized as follows: kindergarten(K)-grade 2, grades 3-6, grades 7-9, grades 10-12, and
grade 9 by itself. The above data permit the analyst to tabulate the SAC and PSAC by differing school levels(e.g.,K-6,7-12,and
9-12).
The demographic fields shown above are differentiated by housing type, housing size, housing price, and housing tenure—four
variables that have been found by Rutgers University to be associated with statistically significant differences in the HS, SAC, and
PSAC.The multipliers are calculated for new housing,here defined as units enumerated in the 2000 census and built from 1990-2000.
The housing or structure types include the following: single-family detached; single-family attached, sometimes referred to as
townhouses or townhomes; larger (S-or-more-unit) multifamily buildings, such as garden apartments or stacked flats; smaller
multifamily structures (2 to 4 units), such as a starter two-family home; and mobile homes. As the 2000 census, the source for the
residential multipliers, does not have information on the stories in a housing structure (this was last available in the 1980 census),
multiplier presentations cannot disaggregate multifamily housing into garden,mid-rise,and high-rise categories.
Housing-unit size is measured by the number of bedrooms, and data are presented for housing units ranging from I to S bedrooms.
There is an association between housing type and number of bedrooms, and the demographic multiplier tables present the common
configurations for each housing type. For instance, demographic data are shown for 1-through 3-bedroom multifamily units and not
for 4- to 5-bedroom units of this type because multifamily housing tends to be built with fewer rather than more bedrooms. The
opposite is the case for single-family detached homes; in this instance, data are presented for 2- to 5-bedroom units as opposed to
1-bedroom units because detached housing is typically built with more rather than fewer bedrooms.
Housing is additionally classified by tenure: ownership or rental. According to the census,"A housing unit is owner-occupied if the
owner or co-owner lives in the unit even if it is mortgaged or not fully paid for. . . . All occupied housing units that are not owner-
occupied,whether they are rented for cash rent or occupied without payment of cash rent,are classified as renter-occupied."
There is a further differentiation of the demographic profiles by housing value or rent. The census definitions for"value"and"rent"
are shown on the Definitions page;with regard to the latter,the current study indicates the"gross rent"(rent with utilities)rather than
the"contract rent."
Values and gross rents reported in the 2000 census are updated to 2005 using a residential price inflation index available from the
Federal Housing Finance Board. A separate price index is applied for the nation, for each of the 50 states, and for the District of
Columbia.
The demographic profiles by 2005 housing values and gross rents are organized following a four-tiered classification:all value or rent
housing, and then housing arrayed by terciles (thirds) of value or rent(units at the 1st 33rd percentile of value or rent; units at the
33rd through 66th percentile of value or rent;and units at the 67th-100th percentile of value or rent.)
DEFINITIONS OF DATA CONTAINED IN THE U.S. CENSUS OF POPULATION AND HOUSING
PUBLIC USE MICRODATA SAMPLE (PUMS) 2000 AND OTHER MULTIPLIER TERMS
TERMS DEFINITION/COMMENT
Bedrooms(BR) The number of rooms that would be listed as bedrooms if the house,apartment,or mobile home were
listed on the market for sale or rent even if these rooms are currently used for other purposes.
Housing Categories Single family,detached. This is a 1-unit structure detached from any other house;that is,with open
(Structure Type) space on all four sides. Such structures are considered detached if they have an adjoining shed or
garage.
Single-family attached This is a 1-unit structure that has one or more walls extending from ground
to roof separating it from adjoining structures. In row houses(sometimes called townhouses),double
houses,or houses attached to nonresidential structures,each house is a separate,attached structure if
the dividing or common wall goes from ground to roof.
2-4 units. These are units in structures containing 2,3,or 4 housing units.
S+units. These are units in structures containing 5 or more housing units.
Mobile home. Both occupied and vacant mobile homes to which no permanent rooms have been
added are counted in this category. Mobile homes used only for business purposes or for extra
sleeping space,and mobile homes for sale on a dealer's lot,at the factory,or in storage,are not
counted in the housing inventory. In 1990,the category was"mobile home or trailer."
Household Size The total number of persons in a housing unit.
Housing Tenure A housing unit is owner-occupied if the owner or co-owner lives in the unit even if it is mortgaged or
(Ownership or not fully paid for. All occupied housing units that are not owner-occupied,whether they are rented for
Rental) cash rent or occupied without payment of cash rent,are classified as renter-occupied.
Housing Unit A housing unit may be a house, an apartment, a mobile home, a group of rooms, or a single
room that is occupied(or if vacant,is intended for occupancy as separate living quarters).
Housing Value Housing value is the census respondent's estimate of how much the property would sell for if it were
(Rent) for sale.In the current study,the value of a rented unit in a 1-to 4-unit structure is estimated to be 100
times the monthly gross rent,and all such units are included with owner-occupied units in calculating the
multipliers.The housing value and rents indicated by the 2000 census were updated to 2005 using a residential
price inflation index(available from the Federal Housing Finance Board)for the nation,for each state,
and for the District of Columbia. Housing value or rent is categorized into a four-tier classification:
all value(or rent)housing,and then housing units arrayed by terciles(thirds)of value(or rent).
Housing Rent Contract rent is the monthly rent agreed to or contracted for, regardless of any furnishings, utilities,
(Contract Rent) fees,meals,or services that may be included.
Housing Rent Gross rent is the contract rent plus the estimated average monthly cost of utilities(electric,gas,water
(Gross Rent) and sewer)and fuels(oil,coal,kerosene,wood,and the like)if these are paid by the renter(or paid for
the renter by someone else). In the current study, the monthly gross rents are indicated in the
demographic table.
Insufficient Sample This notation in a table means that fewer than 600 weighted observations were counted for a housing
type/bedroom/value combination or for an entire housing typeibedroom combination.
Public School-Age The school-age children attending public school.
Children(PSAC)
Residential Multipliers show the population associated with different housing categories as well as housing
Demographic differentiated by housing value,housing size(bedrooms),and housing tenure.
Multipliers
School-Age The household members of elementary and secondary school age,defined here as those 5 through 17
Children(SAC) years of age.
NEW YORK(2-4)ALL SCHOOL CHILDREN:
SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN(SAC)
GRADE
STRUCTURE TYPE
/BEDROOMS/ TOTAL Gr. 9
VALUE(2005)/TENURE SAC K-2 3-6 7-9 10-12 Only
Single-Family Detached,2 BR
All Values 0.30 0.09 0.10 0.07 0.04 0.02
Less than$106,000 0.36 0.08 0.11 0.10 0.06 0.03
$106,000 to$164,500 0.28 0.08 0.10 0.06 0.03 0.03
Single-Family Detached,3 BR
All Values 0.71 0.21 0.24 0.15 0.11 0.05
Less than$135,000 0.85 0.23 0.29 0.19 0.14 0.06
$135,000 to$194,500 0.71 0.22 0.24 0.14 0.11 0.05
More than$194,500 m' 0.58
Single-YSingle-Y ami y Detacneal rm
All Values 1.16 0.32 0.41 0.25 0.18 0.07
Less than$224,500 1.29 0.30 0.45 0.29 0.25 0.10
$224,500 to$329,500 1.15 0.34 0.39 0.24 0.17 0.07
More than$329,500 1.05 0.31 0.38 0.23 0.14 0.06
Single-Family Detached,5 BR
All Values 1.58 0.39 0.53 0.36 0.30 0.12
Less than$329,500 1.75 0.37 0.54 0.46 0.38 0.19
$329,500 to$748,500 1.51 0.38 0.52 0.33 0.29 0.09
More than$748,500 1.47 0.45 0.54 0.27 0.21 0.08
Single-Family Attached,2 BR
All Values 0.22 0.08 0.07 0.04 0.04 0.02
Less than$135,000 0.25 0.09 0.07 0.04 0.05 0.02
$135,000 to$194,500 0.25 0.08 0.08 0.04 0.04 0.02
More than$194,500 0.14 0.05 0.04 0.03 0.02 0.02
Single-Family Attached,3 BR
All Values 0.62 0.14 0.22 0.13 0.14 0.04
Less than$164,500 0.81 0.19 0.33 0.14 0.15 0.06
$164,500 to$269,500 0.64 0.13 0.21 0.14 0.16 0.03
re than$269,500 0.39 0.09 0.11 0.11
Single-Family Attached,4 BR
All Values 1.19 0.19 0.48 0.29 0.24 0.07
Less than$224,500 1.54 0.26 0.62 0.39 0.27 0.12
$224,500 to$329,500 1.12 0.09 0.45 0.31 0.27 0.07
More than$329,500 Insufficient Sample
5+Units-Own,1 BR
All Values 0.18 0.06 0.08 0.02 0.02 0.00
Less than$164,500 0.21 0.06 0.08 0.06 0.00 0.00
$164,500 to$269,500 0.19 0.08 0.08 0.00 0.03 0.00
More than$269,500 0.14 0.02 0.08 0.00 0.04 0.00
5+Units-Own,2 BR
All Values 0.15 0.03 0.04 0.05 0.03 0.02
Less than$135,000 0.09 0.02 0.00 0.06 0.01 0.00
$135,000 to$329,500 0.19 0.06 0.06 0.04 0.03 0.03
More than$329,500 0.14 0.00 0.06 0.05 0.03 0.00
5+Units-Own,3 BR
All Values 0.59 0.13 0.11 0.16 0.19 0.06
Less than$224,500 Insufficient Sample
$224,500 to$748,500 Insufficient Sample
More than$748,500 Insufficient Sample
NEW YORK(2--2)ALL SCHOOL CHILDREN:
SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN(SAC)
GRADE
STRUCTURE TYPE
/BEDROOMS/ TOTAL Gr. 9
VALUE(2005)/TENURE SAC K-2 3-6 7-9 10-12 Only
5+Units-Rent,1 BR
All Values 0.16 0.06 0.05 0.03 0.02 0.01
Less than$500 0.10 0.03 0.03 0.02 0.01 0.01
$500 to$1,000 0.30 0.11 0.10 0.05 0.04 0.01
More than$1,000 0.08 0.03 0.02 0.02 0.01 0.01
5+Units-Rent,2 BR
All Values 0.49 0.15 0.17 0.10 0.09 0.03
Less than$750 0.74 0.20 0.29 0.12 0.13 0.04
$750 to$1,100 0.51 0.16 0.15 0.11 0.09 0.03
More than$1,100 0.23 0.07 0.06 0.05 0.04 0.01
5+Units-Rent,3 BR
All Values 1.36 0.30 0.48 0.31 0.27 0.12
Less than$750 1.59 0.27 0.63 0.38 0.32 0.15
$750 to$1,250 1.50 0.37 0.51 0.34 0.28 0.11
More than$1,250 1.00 0.25 0.31 0.21 0.23 0.10
2-4 Units,1 BR
All Values 0.30 0.09 0.08 0.07 0.07 0.02
Less than$74,500 0.25 0.06 0.07 0.08 0.05 0.02
$74,500 to$110,000 0.30 0.10 0.09 0.04 0.07 0.02
More than$110,000 0.36 0.11 0.06 0.08 0.10 0.04
2-4 Units,2 BR
All Values 0.49 0.12 0.17 0.10 0.10 0.03
Less than$86,000 0.47 0.12 0.16 0.10 0.09 0.03
$86,000 to$132,000 0.55 0.14 0.21 0.11 0.09 0.03
More than 132 000 0.45 0.10 0.13 0.10
Q4 Units,3 B&
All Values 1.04 0.25 0.37 0.21 0.20 0.07
Less than$113,500 1.16 0.28 0.42 0.25 0.20 0.11
$113,500 to$213,500 1.11 0.27 0.42 0.20 0.22 0.06
More than$213,500 0.83
Mobile,2 BR
All Values 0.25 0.07 0.09 0.04 0.05 0.01
Less than$33,000 0.19 0.07 0.05 0.04 0.04 0.01
$33,000 to$54,000 0.26 0.07 0.12 0.03 0.04 0.01
More than$54,000 0.27 0.08 0.07 0.05 0.06 0.02
Mobile,3 BR
All Values 0.70 0.17 0.23 0.16 0.13 0.06
Less than$45,000 0.72 0.20 0.23 0.15 0.14 0.06
$45,000 to$66,000 0.69 0.16 0.26 0.16 0.11 0.07
More than$66,000 0.68 0.16 0.21 0.16 0.15 0.06
Mobile,4 BR
All Values 1.70 0.31 0.52 0.40 0.46 0.17
Less than$54,000 Insufficient Sample
$54,000 to$78,000 1.60 0.31 0.48 0.32 0.49 0.15
More than$78,000 Insufficient Sample
NEW YORK(3-4)ALL PUBLIC SCHOOL CHILDREN:
SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN IN PUBLIC SCHOOL(PSAC)
PUBLIC SCHOOL GRADE
STRUCTURE TYPE
/BEDROOMS/ TOTAL Gr.9
VALUE(2005)/TENURE PSAC K-2 3-6 7-9 10-12 Only
Single-Family Detached,2 BR
All Values 0.27 0.07 0.09 0.07 0.04 0.02
Less than$106,000 0.32 0.08 0.10 0.09 0.06 0.03
$106,000 to$164,500 0.26 0.07 0.10 0.06 0.03 0.03
More than$164,500 0.21 0.07 0.07 0.05 0.02 0.02
Single-Family Detached,3 BR
All Values 0.64 0.18 0.22 0.14 0.10 0.05
Less than$135,000 0.79 0.21 0.27 0.18 0.13 0.05
$135,000 to$194,500 0.63 0.18 0.22 0.13 0.10 0.05
More than$194,500 0.50
Single-family Detached,4 BR
All Values 1.00 0.25 0.36 0.23 0.17 0.07
Less than$224,500 1.15 0.25 0.41 0.27 0.23 0.09
$224,500 to$329,500 0.98 0.27 0.34 0.22 0.16 0.06
More than$329,500 0.87 0.24 0.32 0.19 0.11 0.05
Single-Family Detached,5 BR
All Values 1.23 0.29 0.41 0.28 0.24 0.10
Less than$329,500 1.48 0.30 0.45 0.41 0.32 0.17
$329,500 to$748,500 1.14 0.26 0.40 0.24 0.23 0.08
More than$748,500 1.03 0.34 0.38 0.17 0.14 0.06
Single-Family Attached,2 BR
All Values 0.17 0.06 0.05 0.03 0.03 0.01
Less than$135,000 0.23 0.08 0.07 0.04 0.04 0.02
$135,000 to$194,500 0.18 0.06 0.06 0.03 0.04 0.01
More than$194,500 0.11 0.03 0.03 0.03 0.02 0.02
e-Family Attached,3 BR
All Values 0.52 0.11 0.19 0.11 0.11 0.03
Less than$164,500 0.69 0.15 0.28 0.12 0.13 0.05
$164,500 to$269,500 0.54 0.11 0.18 0.12 0.13 0.03
re than$269,500 0.28 0.06 0.10 0.08
Single-Family Attached,4 BR
All Values 0.86 0.11 0.31 0.23 0.21 0.06
Less than$224,500 0.98 0.17 0.35 0.25 0.20 0.08
$224,500 to$329,500 0.92 0.06 0.32 0.27 0.27 0.07
More than$329,500 Insufficient Sample
5+Units-Own,1 BR
All Values 0.15 0.05 0.07 0.01 0.02 0.00
Less than$164,500 0.18 0.06 0.08 0.04 0.00 0.00
$164,500 to$269,500 0.16 0.06 0.08 0.00 0.03 0.00
More than$269,500 0.10 0.02 0.05 0.00 0.04 0.00
5+Units-Own,2 BR
All Values 0.09 0.02 0.04 0.02 0.01 0.01
Less than$135,000 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
$135,000 to$329,500 0.15 0.05 0.06 0.02 0.03 0.02
More than$329,500 0.05 0.00 0.03 0.02 0.00 0.00
5+Units-Own,3 BR
All Values 0.49 0.10 0.07 0.14 0.19 0.06
Less than$224,500 Insufficient Sample
$224,500 to$748,500 Insufficient Sample
More than$748,500 Insufficient Sample
NEW YORK(3--2)ALL PUBLIC SCHOOL CHILDREN:
SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN IN PUBLIC SCHOOL(PSAC)
PUBLIC SCHOOL GRADE
STRUCTURE TYPE
/BEDROOMS/ TOTAL Gr. 9
VALUE(2005)/TENURE PSAC K-2 3-6 7-9 10-12 Oniv
5+Units-Rent,1 BR
All Values 0.15 0.05 0.05 0.03 0.02 0.01
Less than$500 0.09 0.03 0.03 0.02 0.01 0.01
$500 to$1,000 0.27 0.09 0.09 0.05 0.04 0.01
More than$1,000 0.07 0.02 0.02 0.01 0.01 0.01
5+Units-Rent,2 BR
All Values 0.43 0.13 0.14 0.08 0.08 0.03
Less than$750 0.67 0.19 0.26 0.11 0.12 0.04
$750 to$1,100 0.45 0.14 0.13 0.09 0.08 0.03
More than$1,100 0.16 0.05 0.05 0.04 0.03 0.01
5+Units-Rent,3 BR
All Values 1.07 0.23 0.37 0.25 0.23 0.09
Less than$750 1.27 0.22 0.47 0.30 0.29 0.10
$750 to$1,250 1.30 0.31 0.44 0.31 0.23 0.11
More than$1,250 0.63 0.14 0.20 0.12 0.17 0.06
2-4 Units,1 BR
All Values 0.27 0.08 0.07 0.06 0.07 0.02
Less than$74,500 0.23 0.06 0.07 0.07 0.04 0.02
$74,500 to$110,000 0.28 0.09 0.09 0.04 0.06 0.02
More than$110,000 0.30 0.09 0.05 0.07 0.09 0.03
F
ts,2 BR
es 0.43 0.10 0.14 0.10 0.09 0.03
han$86,000 0.44 0.11 0.15 0.09 0.09 0.03
0 to$132,000 0.48 0.10 0.18 0.11 0.09 0.03
than 132 000 0.36 0.08 0.09 0.09
ts,3 B�es 0.83 0.17 0.29 0.19 0.18 0.06
han$113,500 1.02 0.20 0.37 0.25 0.19 0.11
500 to$213,500 0.86 0.18 0.32 0.16 0.19 0.04
than$213,500 0.62 0.12
Mobile,2 BR
All Values 0.24 0.07 0.08 0.04 0.05 0.01
Less than$33,000 0.19 0.07 0.05 0.04 0.04 0.01
$33,000 to$54,000 0.25 0.07 0.11 0.03 0.04 0.01
More than$54,000 0.27 0.08 0.07 0.05 0.06 0.02
Mobile,3 BR
All Values 0.69 0.17 0.23 0.16 0.13 0.06
Less than$45,000 0.71 0.20 0.23 0.15 0.14 0.05
$45,000 to$66,000 0.68 0.15 0.26 0.16 0.11 0.07
More than$66,000 0.67 0.15 0.21 0.15 0.15 0.06
Mobile,4 BR
All Values 1.61 0.28 0.50 0.38 0.45 0.16
Less than$54,000 Insufficient Sample
$54,000 to$78,000 1.56 0.31 0.46 0.29 0.49 0.13
More than$78,000 Insufficient Sample