Agenda

AGENDA

1.

ROLL CALL

2.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

3.

CORRESPONDENCE

4.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

5.

REFERRALS FROM THE TOWN BOARD

6.

OLD BUSINESS

a.

Case No. PB 17-21 Wang-Liu Subdivision, 25 Roxbury Road (P.O. Hartsdale, N.Y.) Subdivision & Tree Removal Permit
A work session to consider the decision of a final subdivision and tree removal permit application involving the proposed subdivision of one (1) existing lot to create two (2) lots, for the purpose of constructing one (1) new single-family residence. An existing single-family residence, located on proposed Lot 1, is proposed to remain, and to undergo alterations in order to conform to zoning setback requirements. The alterations to the existing structure on proposed Lot 1 will include the removal of a portion of an existing sun room, and the removal of an area of approximately 388 sq. ft. from the existing residence. Lot 1 is proposed to be 7,574 sq. ft. in area, and Lot 2 is proposed to be 6,220 sq. ft. in area, with a new one-family residence to be built, along with related improvements. The applicant proposes one new curb cut on Roxbury Road. The applicant proposes the removal of twenty (20) regulated trees from the site, requiring a tree removal permit from the Planning Board. The applicant has proposed the planting of twenty-four (24) new trees, as part of its application. The property consists of approximately 13,794 sq. ft. and is situated on the southerly side of Roxbury Road, at the intersection of Old Army Road and Roxbury Road. The property is located in the R-5 One-Family Residence District, and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.540-371-23, 24, 25, & 26.

b.

Case No. PB 17-14 Piekarski, Vacant Lot – South Healy Avenue (P.O. Scarsdale, N.Y.) – Planning Board Steep Slope Permit & Tree Removal Permit (Town Forestry Officer approval)
A work session to consider the decision of a Planning Board steep slope permit application involving the proposed construction of a single family residence with related improvements, on an existing, vacant lot. The applicant proposes 474 sq. ft. of disturbance on 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), 954 sq. ft. of disturbances on 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES) and 1,914 sq. ft. of disturbances on 35%+ slopes (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The project requires approximately 340 cubic yards of cut and 40 cubic yards of imported fill. The applicant proposes the removal of eighteen (18) regulated trees, requiring a tree removal permit from the Town Forestry Officer. The applicant has prepared a Landscaping Plan which calls for the planting of: two (2) Black Tupelo trees, three (3) Skyrocket Juniper trees, seven (7) White Spruce trees, one (1) Snow Goose Cherry tree, two (2) Sugar Maple trees, and two (2) Eastern Redbud trees. The property consists of approximately 9,997 sq. ft. and is situated on the east side of South Healy Avenue approximately 200 feet from the intersection of Stephanie Drive and South Healy Avenue. The property is located in the R-10 One-Family Residence District and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.350-253-11.

c.

Case No. PB 18-19 Brewer, 16 Wyndham Road (P.O. Scarsdale, N.Y.) – Planning Board Steep Slope Permit
A work session to consider the decision of a Planning Board steep slope permit application for a proposal to construct an approximately eighty (80) linear foot retaining wall, ranging in height from six (6) feet to fourteen (14) feet, a 229 sq. ft. expansion to an existing stone patio, and related site improvements. The applicant proposes to construct a reinforced, segmented retaining wall on its property, in order to create a level rear yard area for recreational use. The applicant proposes 763 sq. ft. of disturbance on 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES) and 4,574 sq. ft. of disturbance on 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES). The project involves approximately 40 cubic yards of cut and approximately 250 cubic yards of imported fill, requiring a fill permit from the Bureau of Engineering. The property consists of approximately 14,782 sq. ft. (0.34 acres) and is situated on the easterly side of Wyndham Road at the intersection of Overton Road and Wyndham Road. The property is situated in the R-15 One-Family Residence Zoning District, and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.600-417-12.

d.

Case No. PB 18-26 Dalewood Shopping Center, 353-425 Central Park Avenue North (P.O. Hartsdale, N.Y.) – Planning Board Shared Parking Reduction Request
A continuation of a work session (November 20, 2018) to discuss a shared parking reduction of two (2) spaces (Planning Board approval), pursuant to Section 285-38D(5) of the Zoning Ordinance, in order to accommodate (4) electric car charging stations, with related improvements (where 6 standard parking spaces exist). The total parking required for the site is 303 spaces. There currently are 286 parking spaces on the site. A previous shared parking reduction was granted by the Planning Board in connection with a restaurant special permit (So Gong Dong Tofu House). The property consists of approximately 131,551 sq. ft. and is situated on the west side of Central Park Avenue North approximately 500 ft. from the intersection of Fieldstone Drive and Central Park Avenue North. The property is located in the CA Central Avenue Mixed-Use Impact District and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.150-96-5.

7.

NEW BUSINESS

a.

Case No. PB 18-29 Jersey Mike’s, 53 Tarrytown Road (P.O. White Plains, N.Y.) – Planning Board Shared Parking Reduction Request
A work session to discuss a shared parking reduction of seventeen (17) spaces (Planning Board approval), pursuant to Section 285-38D(5) of the Zoning Ordinance, associated with the proposed conversion of the former Bushido Karate space, located within a commercial strip plaza at 53 Tarrytown Road, P.O. White Plains, into an approximately 2,000 sq. ft., 25 seat restaurant space (Jersey Mike’s). There currently are several businesses located within the existing building, which is located within the larger White Plains Shopping Center (Bowlmor White Plains, Saks Off-5th, Smash Burger, etc.). The restaurant space requires 27 off-street parking spaces, a difference of 17 from that which were required for the prior use. The restaurant use requires a special permit through the Zoning Board of Appeals. The property consists of approximately 1.19 acres, and is situated on southerly side of Tarrytown Road (NYS Rt. 119). The property is situated in the DS Designed Shopping District, and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.80-42-8.

b.

Case No. PB 18-11 Mohamed, 85 Highpoint Road (P.O. Scarsdale, N.Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision
A work session to discuss a preliminary subdivision application involving the proposed subdivision of one (1) existing lot, approximately 43,562 sq. ft. in size, into two (2) buildable lots, for the purpose of constructing one (1) new single-family residence. Proposed lot 1, which contains an existing single-family residence to remain, would total approximately 23,553 sq. ft. Proposed lot 2 would total approximately 20,009 sq. ft., and would be improved with one (1) new single-family residence. An existing tennis court, retaining walls, and frame shed located on proposed Lot 2, would be removed as part of the project. One new curb cut is required along Highpoint Road. No regulated trees are proposed for removal as part of the project. New landscaping has been proposed, which includes the planting of four (4) White Spruce trees, eleven (11) Mountain Laurel shrubs, two (2) Pink Dogwood trees, (4) White Fir trees, three (3) Purple Lovegrass groundcover, and two (2) Pinxter Azalea shrubs. The property consists of approximately 43,562 sq. ft. and is situated on the north side of High Point Road, at the intersection of High Point Lane and High Point Road. The property is located in the R-20 One-Family Residence District, and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.520-356-61.

8.

ITEMS FOR PUBLIC HEARING & PUBLIC DISCUSSION

a.

Case No. PB 18-18 Westchester Hills Cemetery, 400 Saw Mill River Road (P.O. Hastings-on-Hudson, N.Y.) –Planning Board Steep Slope Permit & Tree Removal Permit (Town Forestry Officer Approval)
A public hearing to discuss an amended site plan (Town Board approval referral to Planning Board) and Planning Board steep slope permit application for a proposal involving the full interior renovation of an existing on-site administration building, with related improvements. The project also involves the construction of a small addition to the existing administration building, in order to provide a service area and additional crypts. An existing shed is proposed to be removed. The applicant proposes 1,430 sq. ft. of disturbance on 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), 161 sq. ft. of disturbance on 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and 128 sq. ft. of disturbance on 35%+ slopes (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The project requires approximately 60 cubic yards of excavation and 0 cubic yards of imported fill. The applicant proposes the removal of two (2) regulated trees requiring a tree removal permit from the Town Forestry Officer. The applicant has prepared a landscaping plan which calls for the planting of various shrubs, flowers, and groundcover. The project also involves the removal of curbing, walkways, and other minor improvements, in the area of proposed work. On October 18, 2018, the Zoning Board of Appeals granted area variances required in connection with the project. On November 14, 2018, the Town Board adopted a resolution approving an amended site plan application required in connection with the project. The property consists of approximately 638,464 sq. ft. (14.66 acres) and is situated on the easterly side of Saw Mill River Road approximately 2,500 feet from the intersection of Saw Mill River Road and Jackson Avenue. The property is situated in the R-30 One-Family Residence Zoning District, and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.490-349-2 & 3.

b.

Case No. TB 18-22/PB 18-17 Maria Regina School, 500 West Hartsdale Avenue (P.O. Hartsdale, N.Y.) – Amended Site Plan (Town Board Approval),Planning Board Steep Slope Permit & Tree Removal Permit (Town Forestry Officer Approval)
A public discussion and public hearing to discuss an amended site plan (Town Board approval, referral to Planning Board) and Planning Board steep slope permit application for a proposal consisting of the conversion and expansion of an existing athletic field, the construction of two (2) tennis courts, and the reconfiguration of an existing parking lot, with related site improvements. The applicant proposes to convert an existing grass athletic field into a synthetic turf soccer field with perimeter running track. The applicant also proposes to construct new tennis courts, and to re-configure an existing parking area. The applicant proposes 9,400 sq. ft. of disturbance on 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), 3,000 sq. ft. of disturbance on 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and 3,000 sq. ft. of disturbance on slopes greater than 35% (EXCESSIVLEY STEEP SLOPES). The applicant proposes the removal of seventy-two (72) regulated trees from the subject property, requiring a tree removal permit from the Town Forestry Officer. The project involves approximately 1,000 cubic yards of cut and approximately 20,000 cubic yards of imported fill, requiring a fill permit from the Bureau of Engineering. The applicant proposes a subsurface stormwater infiltration system to capture and treat stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces. The property consists of approximately 923,908 sq. ft. (21.21 acres) and is situated on the west side of West Hartsdale Avenue, at the intersection at Keats Avenue and West Hartsdale Avenue. The property is located in the R-20 – One Family Residence District and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.130-82-1.

9.

ESTABLISH DATE FOR NEXT MEETING
The next scheduled meeting of the Greenburgh Planning Board will be Wednesday, January 2, 2019 and will begin at 8:00 P.M. in the Greenburgh Town Hall Auditorium.