DRAFT
Town of Essex Planning Board
Minutes of October 16, 2014
7:00 p.m.
Public Hearing
Call to Order
Chairman Van Hoven called the Public Hearing meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. with The Pledge of Allegiance.
Attendance
Present: Olive Alexander, James Van Hoven, David Hislop, Derrick Wrisley, Thomas Stransky
Absent: Nicholas Muller and Mark Walker
Also present: Mary Palmer, A. Shapiro, Donna Lou Sonnett, Helen Goetz, John Doyle, Hillary Stransky, and Lauren Murphy – Code Enforcement Officer.
Public Hearing(s)
Tax Map #40.73-6-5 Jordan- Site Plan Review -2276 Main St, Essex, NY
Demolition of existing addition and construction of a new addition
John Doyle, representative of Elaine Jordan and contractor hired to plan and construct addition, explained the project to the public. The gambrel roof and roofing to be used on it was questioned. ECHO has an easement on the facade. Mr. Doyle said that the grey stone will be matched as closely as possible. Donna Sonnett spoke in support of the project but noted that the property line is only 1.5 œ from the fence line and there is a buried propane tank on her property that needs to be protected. Mr. Hislop asked about the large chimney. Mr. Doyle addressed his concerns. Mr. Stransky asked how long the project will take. Mr. Doyle estimated the project to take 6-8 months as there is a lot of inside work. Mr. Stransky asked if a silt fence would be required. Mr. Doyle said a silt fence would not be necessary.
Adjournment
On a motion by Mr. Stransky to close the Public Hearing portion of the meeting, seconded by Mr. Hislop, the motion carried by unanimous vote. Aye-5 No-0
The Public Hearing is closed at 7:15 p.m.
Peggy R. Purdue-Staats
Secretary
DRAFT
Town of Essex Planning Board
October 16, 2014
7:00 p.m.
Regular Meeting
Call to Order
Chairman Van Hoven called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:15 p.m.
Attendance Present: Olive Alexander, James Van Hoven, David Hislop, Derrick Wrisley, Thomas Stransky
Absent: Mark Walker, Nicholas Muller, III
Also present: Mary Palmer, A. Shapiro, Donna Lou Sonnett, John Doyle, Hillary Stransky, and Lauren Murphy – Code Enforcement Officer.
Review and Acceptance of Minutes of September 18, 2014
On a motion to accept the minutes of September 18, 2014, by Mrs. Alexander, seconded by Mr. Wrisley, the motion carried by unanimous vote. Aye-5 No-0
Old Business – Approval of Draft Permits
Draft permit #2014-20: Tax Map #40.73-6-5 Jordan- Site Plan Review-2276 Main St, Essex, NY
Demolition of existing addition and construction of a new addition
The Chairman read a full EAF. Mr. Hislop moved to deem a negative declaration on the SEQRA, seconded by Mr. Stransky, the motion passed by unanimous vote. Aye-5 No-0.
Two conditions will be added to the permit:
- A silt fence will be installed to prevent erosion during the construction phase of the project.
- The drawings submitted with the application are part of the permit. Any revisions will have to come before the Planning Board.
On a motion by Mrs. Alexander to issue a permit with the noted conditions, seconded by Mr. Hislop, the draft permit approved by unanimous vote. The motion carried:
Aye-5 No-0
New Business
Tax Map #49.1-1-36.000 and 49.1-1-37.110- Palmer- Minor Subdivision/Lot Line Adjustment- 1829 and 1835 NYS Rte. 22, Essex, NY
A property line adjustment is necessary because the septic system for 1829 Rte. 22 is on the property located at 1835. Ms. Murphy has sent in the JIF to the APA.
Mr. Stransky moved to deem a negative declaration on the SEQRA, seconded by Mrs. Alexander, the motion passed by unanimous vote. Aye-5 No-0
On a motion to find the application complete by Chairman Van Hoven, seconded by Mr. Wrisley, the motion passed by unanimous vote. Aye-5 No-0
Tax Map #40.73-3-14-Project #2014-22 – O™Hara- 7 Beggs Point St, Essex, NY 12936- Special Use Permit- Renovate and resume guest cottage as a seasonal rental.
Tax Map #40.73-3-14-Project # 2014-23- O™Hara- 7 Beggs Point St, Essex, NY 12936- Site Plan Review-Renovate interior, removal of rotten walls, renovating porch, (front) which is currently used as a bedroom, upgrades for safety and ability to rent in the future
Chairman Van Hoven suggests waiving the public hearing for this Site Plan Review.
On a motion to declare both O™Hara applications complete by Chairman Van Hoven, seconded by Mrs. Alexander, the motion carried by unanimous vote. Aye-5 No-0
On a motion by Mr. Stransky to find a negative declaration on the SEQRA for Project #2014-23, the Site Plan Review, seconded by Mr. Wrisley, the motion carried by unanimous vote. Aye-5 No-0
On a motion by Mr. Hislop to schedule a public hearing for Project #2014-22, the Special Use Permit, on November 21, 2015, seconded by Mr. Stransky, the motion carried by unanimous vote. Aye-5 No-0
Report of the Chairman
Chairman Van Hoven reviewed the changes made to the new zoning law revision. The next step is for Planning to recommend at our next meeting, referring to the Town Board. Chairman Van Hoven described the process of the revision, read the major changes, and asked the Board to review them at their leisure.
Ms. Murphy asked if future changes can be made by the Planning Board. The Chairman advised, yes. A work session was thought to be a good idea. Tuesday, the 18th of November at 6pm was agreed upon for the work session. Chairman Van Hoven will send everyone a memo.
Report of the Zoning Officer
Lauren Murphy submitted her report.
Public Comment
None
Adjournment
On a motion to adjourn the regular meeting by Mr. Wrisley, seconded by Mr. Stransky, the meeting is adjourned by unanimous vote, Aye-5 No-0, motion carried and the meeting is adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by
Peggy R. Purdue-Staats
Secretary
