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 19-01 Deitch, 6 Mohican Lane (P.O. Irvington, N.Y.) – Planning Board Steep Slope Permit
A continuation of a work session (March 6, 2019) to discuss a Planning Board steep slope permit application for a proposal to construct an approximately one hundred eighty (180) linear foot retaining wall, ranging in height from 0.0 feet to 10.0 feet, along portions of the westerly and southerly property lines, with related site improvements. The applicant is proposing to construct a reinforced, segmental retaining wall on its property, in order to create a level rear yard area for recreational use. An existing dry-stone wall approximately 4-feet in height, is proposed to be removed. The applicant proposes 2,312 sq. ft. of disturbance on 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES) 235 sq. ft. of disturbance on 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and 746 sq. ft. of disturbance on 35%+ slopes (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The project involves approximately 90 cubic yards of excavation and approximately 430 cubic yards of imported fill, requiring a fill permit from the Bureau of Engineering. The applicant proposes the removal of three (3) regulated trees from the subject property, requiring a tree removal permit from the Town Forestry Officer. The applicant has prepared a landscaping plan which calls for the planting of one (1) Black Tupelo tree, ten (10) Skyrocket Juniper trees, and one (1) White Spruce tree, as replacement. The property consists of approximately 11,523 sq. ft. (0.26 acres) and is situated on the southerly side of Mohican Lane, approximately 200 feet from the intersection of Alta vista Circle and Mohican Lane. The property is situated in the R-10 One-Family Residence Zoning District, and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 7.370-187-9.

b.

Case No. PB 17-06 Ardsley Road & Old Sprain Road (P.O. Scarsdale, N.Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision, Planning Board Steep Slope, Wetland/Watercourse Permit and Tree Removal Permit (2^nd Pre-Submission Conference)
A follow-up pre-submission conference (May 3, 2017) to discuss a potential future subdivision, Planning Board steep slope permit, wetland/watercourse permit and tree removal permit application involving the subdivision of one (1) existing lot into four (4) lots, for the purpose of constructing four (4) new single family residences. The project would involve proposed disturbances to regulated steep slope areas and wetland/watercourse areas, and the removal of regulated trees. The applicant has provided a conceptual layout plan which depicts a potential subdivision of the site into four (4) lots, with access to all lots being from Ardsley Road, through a new cul-de-sac roadway built to Town standards. The property consists of approximately 227,325 sq. ft. and is situated on the east side of the intersection of Ardsley Road and Old Sprain Road. The property is located in the R-20 One-Family Residential District, and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.390-275-1.

7.

NEW BUSINESS

a.

Case No. PB 18-22 Gupta, 72 Clarendon Road (P.O. Scarsdale, N.Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision, Planning Board Steep Slope and Tree Removal Permit
A work session to discuss a preliminary subdivision, Planning Board steep slope permit and tree removal permit application involving a lot line adjustment to create two (2) buildable lots. The applicant is proposing a lot line adjustment to create two (2) lots, in order to construct one (1) new single-family residence. Lot 1A (8.460-324-10) currently consists of 9,946 sq. ft., and is proposed to become 12,600 sq. ft. Lot 3A (8.460-324-11), which contains a single-family residence to remain, currently consists of 12,535 sq. ft., and is proposed to become 9,881 sq. ft. One (1) new single-family residence is proposed on Lot 1A. The applicant proposes 6,059 sq. ft. of disturbance to 15-25% (STEEP SLOPES), and 432 sq. ft. of disturbance to 25-35% (VERY STEEP SLOPES). The applicant proposes the removal of one (1) regulated tree from the site. The applicant has prepared a landscaping plan which calls for the planting of two (2) Sugar Maple trees, eight (8) Green Giant Arborvitae trees, and three (3) Holly shrubs, as replacement. The properties consist of approximately 22,481 sq. ft. and are situated on the west side of Clarendon Road, approximately 220 feet from the intersection of Fort Hill Road and Clarendon Road. The properties are located in the R-7.5 One-Family Residence District, and are designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID’s: 8.460-324-10 & 11.

b.

Case No. PB 19-08 9 Round Franchising, LLC, 417 Central Park Avenue North (P.O. Hartsdale, N.Y.) – Special Permit (Fully Enclosed Commercial Recreation Facility)
A work session to discuss a special permit (fully enclosed commercial recreation facility) application, pursuant to Section 285-29.1(B)(5.1)(b)([1]) of the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Greenburgh, involving the proposed conversion of 1,140 sq. ft. of vacant space (formerly Sport Clips) to a 9 Rounds fitness studio. The property consists of approximately 131,551 sq. ft. (3.02 acres), and is situated on the west side of Central Park Avenue North (NYS Route 100) 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.

8.

ITEMS FOR PUBLIC HEARING & PUBLIC DISCUSSION

a.

Case No. PB 19-08 9 Round Franchising, LLC, 417 Central Park Avenue North (P.O. Hartsdale, N.Y.) – Special Permit (Fully Enclosed Commercial Recreation Facility)
A public hearing to discuss a special permit (fully enclosed commercial recreation facility) application, pursuant to Section 285-29.1(B)(5.1)(b)([1]) of the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Greenburgh, involving the proposed conversion of 1,140 sq. ft. of vacant space (formerly Sport Clips) to a 9 Rounds fitness studio. The property consists of approximately 131,551 sq. ft. (3.02 acres), and is situated on the west side of Central Park Avenue North (NYS Route 100) 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.

b.

Case No. PB 18-16 Crossroads Joint Venture, LLC, 367-399 Tarrytown Road (Route 119), (P.O. White Plains, N.Y.) –Planning Board Wetland/Watercourse Permit
A public hearing to discuss a Planning Board wetland/watercourse permit application for a project consisting of the proposed construction of additional parking spaces spanning over an existing concrete-lined watercourse (Manhattan Brook), on the subject property. The applicant is proposing to add sixty (60) new parking spaces to the Crossroads Shopping Center by constructing a raised platform over the existing watercourse. There currently are 1,568 off-street parking spaces provided on-site, with 1,628 proposed. It is noted that a similar parking deck was constructed over a separate portion of the Manhattan Brook, along the northeasterly section of the property, sometime after 1992. On February 27, 2019, the Town Board issued a resolution approving, with conditions, an amended site plan application associated with the project. The property consists of approximately 1,283,084 sq. ft. (29.46 acres) and is situated on the south side of Tarrytown Road (NYS Route 119), opposite the intersection of Manhattan Avenue and Tarrytown Road (NYS Route 119). The property is located in the UR – Urban Renewal District (Planned Commercial Development Sub-district), and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 7.480-295-1, 2 & 3.

c.

Case No. PB 18-17 Maria Regina High School, 500 West Hartsdale Avenue (P.O. Hartsdale, N.Y.) – Planning Board Steep Slope Permit & Tree Removal Permit (Town Forestry Officer Approval)
A public hearing to discuss a Planning Board steep slope permit application for a project consisting of the proposed 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 9,500 sq. ft. of disturbance on 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), 3,500 sq. ft. of disturbance on 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and 3,000 sq. ft. of disturbance on slopes greater than 35% (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). 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 applicant proposes the removal of eighty-five (85) regulated trees from the subject property, requiring a tree removal permit from the Town Forestry Officer. The applicant has prepared a landscaping plan which calls for the planting of thirteen (13) Autumn Blaze Maple trees, four (4) Flowering Dogwood trees, three (3) Pink Flowering Dogwood trees, twenty (20) Norway Spruce trees, six (6) White Spruce trees, three (3) Serbian Spruce trees, three (3) Oriental Spruce trees, and six (6) White Oak trees, as replacement. The Town Forestry Officer has reviewed the application materials and determined that the submission meets the requirements for permit issuance pursuant to Chapter 260 of the Town Code. The project also requires amended site plan approval from the Town Board. 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.

Please be advised that, following the close of a public hearing, but during the period in which the written record period remains open, members of the public who wish to inspect the project file are encouraged to contact the Department of Community Development and Conservation, so that the complete physical file may be made available for review in its office.

If a FOIL (Freedom of Information) Request is submitted during the time period during which the written record is open, while staff will respond within the required 5-day period, it cannot be guaranteed that all documents requested, particularly those documents that are not part of the Planning Board record, will be provided prior to the closure of the written record period.

9.

ESTABLISH DATE FOR NEXT MEETING
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Greenburgh Planning Board will be Wednesday, April 3, 2019 and will begin at 8:00 P.M. in the Greenburgh Town Hall Auditorium.