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TOWN OF GREENBURGH
PLANNING BOARD
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, May 17, 2023 – 7:00 P.M.
Meetings of the Planning Board will be adjourned at 10:00 p.m.

This meeting will take place in the Town Hall Auditorium, located at 177 Hillside Avenue, Greenburgh, NY, and will also take place via Zoom. If you would like to watch the meeting, you may do so via the Town's website at https://ny-greenburgh.civicplus.com/485/Watch-Live-Board-Meetings. This meeting will be broadcast live on Cable Television and a recording likely will be available on cable television thereafter. If you would like to participate in one or more of the public hearings via Zoom, you must pre-register through the Department of Community Development and Conservation by emailing publichearing@greenburghny.com or calling 914-989-1530, specifying the application(s) that you would like to speak on. Instructions to participate will then be emailed to you or you will receive a return phone call.

AGENDA

ROLL CALL

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

CORRESPONDENCE

OLD BUSINESS - WORK SESSION

Case No. PB 22-10 Chao, Vacant Lots – Clayton Road (P.O. Scarsdale, N.Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision, Wetland/Watercourse Permit, and Tree Removal Permit
A work session to discuss the decision of a Preliminary Subdivision application involving the proposed re-subdivision of 3 existing tax lots (8.400-281-27, 30 & 31) in order to create one (1) flag lot, consisting of 89,841 sq. ft., for the purpose of constructing one (1) new single-family residence, with related improvements. A new curb cut would be provided off of Clayton Road to access the proposed building lot. The proposed driveway would cross over an existing watercourse, which is proposed to be piped as part of the project. A total of approximately 6,000 sq. ft. of watercourse and regulated watercourse buffer area are proposed to be disturbed in connection with the project, requiring a Wetland/Watercourse Permit from the Planning Board. The project rqeuires approximately 850 cubic yards of excavation to carry out the project with 0 cubic yards of imported fill. The Applicant proposes the removal of seven (7) regulated trees, requiring a Tree Removal Permit from the Planning Board, and has prepared a landscaping plan providing for the planting of nine (9) trees, as replacement. The properties, in total, consist of approximately 89,841 sq. ft. (2.06 acres) and are situated on the east side of Clayton Road, approximately 450 feet north of the intersection of Clayton Road and Sheridan Road. The properties are located in the R-30 One-Family Residence District and are designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.400-281-27, 30 & 31.

Case No. PB 23-09 HVA Realty LLC, 499 & 535 Old Tarrytown Road (P.O. White Plains, N.Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision & Final Subdivision
A work session to discuss the decision of a Preliminary Subdivision and Final Subdivision application involving the proposed re-subdivision of two (2) existing lots associated with a land swap/ lot line shift in two (2) locations. Parcel ID 7.410-221-14 (Lot A – Volvo Service Center) would gain a 2,229 sq. ft. strip of land, which it currently utilizes for off-street parking. Parcel ID 7.410-221-15 (Lot B – New Castle Building Products) would gain a 2,240 sq. ft. strip of land from Lot A, in exchange for the portion given. Currently, Volvo’s lot contains 85,310 sq. ft. and 85,299 sq. ft. is proposed. New Castle Building Products’ lot currently contains 191,242 sq. ft. and 191,253 sq. ft. is proposed. The Subdivision, if approved, would place existing off-street parking spaces used by Lot A (Volvo) entirely on Volvo’s property. Staff notes that this project received a prior Final Subdivision Approval (Case No. PB 17-33) and Area Variance Approval (ZBA 17-35), but the Final Subdivision Plat was never filed with Westchester County and, therefore, expired. No site work is proposed as part of this application. The properties in total consist of approximately 276,549 sq. ft. (6.35 acres) and are situated on the south side of Old Tarrytown Road. The properties are located in the LI Light Industrial District and are designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 7.410-221-14 & 15.

Case No. PB 22-19 McGourty, 5 Hillcrest Avenue (P.O. Ardsley, N.Y.) – Final Subdivision and Tree Removal Permit
A work session to discuss the decision of a Final Subdivision and tree removal permit application involving the proposed subdivision of one (1) lot with an existing one-family residence, into two (2) lots, for the purpose of constructing one (1) new single-family home on the newly proposed lot. The Applicant proposes for the new lot to front on Chestnut Street, a private roadway, which would be improved as part of this project. On April 20, 2023, the Zoning Board of Appeals granted one (1) area variance for lack of required street frontage on a public road or road built to Town standards. The Applicant proposes approximately 872 sq. ft. of disturbance to 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), approximately 0 sq. ft. of disturbance to 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and approximately 0 sq. ft. of disturbance to 35%+ slopes (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES), requiring a Planning Board Steep Slope Permit. The Applicant proposes approximately 244 cubic yards of excavation and 0 cubic yards of imported fill. The Applicant proposes twelve (12) Cultec chambers to handle stormwater runoff created by new impervious surfaces. The Applicant proposes the removal of three (3) regulated trees, requiring a Tree Removal Permit from the Planning Board, and has prepared a landscaping plan providing for the planting of five (5) trees, as replacement. The property consists of approximately 20,000 sq. ft. (0.46 acres) and is situated on the southwest side of the intersection of Hillcrest Avenue and Chestnut Street. The property is located in the R-7.5 One-Family Residence District and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.380-271-54.

Case No. PB 22-22 Saunders, 1 St. Mary’s Place (P.O. White Plains, N.Y.) – Final Subdivision and Tree Removal Permit
A work session to discuss the decision of a Final Subdivision and Tree Removal Permit application involving the proposed subdivision of one (1) lot containing an existing one-family residence into two (2) lots, for the purpose of constructing a single-family home on the newly created lot. The existing on-site residence is to remain on proposed Lot 1. The Applicant proposes a new curb cut on Salem Road for access to proposed Lot 2. The Applicant proposes the removal of three (3) regulated trees, requiring a tree removal permit, and has prepared a landscaping plan in conformance with Chapter 260 of the Town Code. The property consists of approximately 33,558 sq. ft. (0.77 acres) and is situated on the northwest side of the intersection of St. Mary’s Place and Salem Road. The property is located in an R-15 One-Family Residence District and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 7.130-28-1.

ITEMS FOR PUBLIC HEARING & PUBLIC DISCUSSION

Individuals may submit comments on public hearing items via email to publichearing@greenburghny.com, or regular mail to Town of Greenburgh, attn: CD&C, 177 Hillside Avenue, Greenburgh, NY, 10607, within the open written record period and such comments will be made part of the record.
The Planning Board is a group of volunteers appointed by the Town Board to evaluate land use applications in accordance with the Town Code. When property owners seek to develop their land or make improvements via subdivision or if they will be disturbing an area with a steep slope or within a wetland, watercourse or adjacent, regulated buffer area, they must apply to the Planning Board for approval. It is the job of the Planning Board to balance the rights of land owners while ensuring the adverse impacts to the surrounding community are minimized. Decisions on adjustments to the proposed plan are based on factual evidence and reviewed for consistency with our Town code and Comprehensive Plan. This evidence primarily comes from applicants and their advisors, site visits conducted by Planning Board members, and input from Town staff, the appropriate Fire District, and the public as part of the public hearing process. The relative popularity of an application is not a factor in Planning Board decisions. Decisions are based on the facts presented. The Planning Board is a group of volunteers appointed by the Town Board to evaluate land use applications in accordance with the Town Code. When property owners seek to develop their land or make improvements via subdivision or if they will be disturbing an area with a steep slope or within a wetland, watercourse or adjacent, regulated buffer area, they must apply to the Planning Board for approval. It is the job of the Planning Board to balance the rights of land owners while ensuring the adverse impacts to the surrounding community are minimized. Decisions on adjustments to the proposed plan are based on factual evidence and reviewed for consistency with our Town code and Comprehensive Plan. This evidence primarily comes from applicants and their advisors, site visits conducted by Planning Board members, and input from Town staff, the appropriate Fire District, and the public as part of the public hearing process. The relative popularity of an application is not a factor in Planning Board decisions. Decisions are based on the facts presented.

Case No. PB 22-20 Elmwood Preserve, 850 Dobbs Ferry Road (P.O. White Plains, N.Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision, Planning Board Steep Slope Permit, Wetland/Watercourse Permit, and Tree Removal Permit
A continued public hearing (May 3, 2023) to discuss a Preliminary Subdivision, Planning Board Steep Slope Permit, Wetland/Watercourse Permit, and Tree Removal Permit application involving a proposed Conservation Subdivision development. In connection with an approved Zoning Map Amendment, a CD – Conservation District Overlay was applied to the site. Consistent with the Findings Statement adopted by the Town Board (TB 18-02), the Applicant proposes to subdivide and develop 113 single-family homes, while preserving 25.2 acres of open space. The easterly 14.2 acre parcel is proposed to be dedicated to the Town for use as an extension of East Rumbrook Park. The Applicant proposes two (2) new curb cuts on Dobbs Ferry Road, the easternmost of which is proposed to be full-movement, while the westernmost is proposed to be right-in and right-out only. The Applicant proposes approximately 476,854 sq. ft. of disturbance to 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), approximately 152,501 sq. ft. of disturbance to 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and approximately 85,653 sq. ft. of disturbance to 35%+ slopes (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The project requires approximately 217,059 cubic yards of excavation and approximately 257,392 cubic yards of imported fill, requiring a Fill Permit from the Bureau of Engineering. The Applicant proposes to disturb approximately 49,832 sq. ft. of regulated Wetland/Watercourse Buffer Area. No direct disturbance to wetlands or watercourses is proposed. The Applicant proposes the removal of 721 trees, of which 333 are regulated trees, and has prepared preliminary landscaping plans which are under review by the Town Forestry Officer. The property is located in the R-20 and R-30 One-Family Residence Districts, with a CD – Conservation District Overlay, and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.370-265-1, 8.370-265-2, 8.370-265-3 and 8.370-265-4.

NEW BUSINESS - WORK SESSION

Case No. PB 22-12 Pan, Vacant Lot – Old Tarrytown Road (P.O. White Plains, N.Y.) – Planning Board Steep Slope Permit and Tree Removal Permit
A work session to discuss a Planning Board Steep Slope Permit and Tree Removal Permit application involving the proposed construction of a new single-family home, with related improvements. The Applicant proposes approximately 8,649 sq. ft. of disturbance to 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), approximately 3,119 sq. ft. of disturbance to 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and approximately 3,563 sq. ft. of disturbance to 35%+ slopes (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES) in connection with proposed development of the lot. The project requires approximately 1,600 cubic yards of excavation and 0 cubic yards of imported fill. The Applicant proposes the installation of 12 Cul-tec stormwater management units and a dry swale along the proposed driveway leading to a proposed stormwater detention basin, to handle runoff from new impervious surfaces. The Applicant proposes the removal of 64 regulated trees, requiring a Tree Removal Permit, and has prepared a landscaping plan providing for the planting of 51 trees, as replacement. These materials are currently under review by the Town Forestry Officer. The property consists of approximately 50,287 sq. ft. (1.15 acres) and is situated on the northerly side of Old Tarrytown Road, approximately 200 feet from the intersection of Old Tarrytown Road and County Center Road. The property is located in the R-7.5 One-Family Residence District and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 7.430-247-13.

Case No. TB 23-04/PB 23-07 Bocada Jeep Dealership, 380 Saw Mill River Road (P.O. Elmsford, N.Y.) – Town Board Amended Site Plan (Planning Board referral) and Tree Removal Permit; Planning Board Special Permit (New Motor Vehicle Sales), Planning Board Steep Slope Permt, and Planning Board Landscape Buffer Waivers
A work session to discuss a Town Board Amended Site Plan (Planning Board Referral), Planning Board Special Permit (New Motor Vehicle Sales), Planning Board Steep Slope Permit, and Town Board Tree Removal Permit application involving the proposed conversion of a vacant commercial space formerly occupied by Sportime USA, with a new automobile dealership (Bocada Jeep) and service center. The Applicant proposes to renovate the existing building on the property and make related parking lot improvements. The project involves approximately 73,979 sq. ft. of total disturbance to the site, including 1,430 sq. ft. of disturbance to 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), 357 sq. ft. of disturbance to 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and 1,258 sq. ft. of disturbance to 35%+ slopes (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The project requires approximately 450 cubic yards of excavation and approximately 925 cubic yards of imported fill, requiring a Fill Permit from the Bureau of Engineering. The Applicant proposes the removal of 23 regulated trees requiring a tree removal permit from the Town Board, and has prepared a related landscaping plan which is under review by the Town Forestry Officer. The project requires four (4) waivers from the Planning Board for landscape buffer areas to the north, south, east, and west of the property. The property consists of approximately 234,788 sq. ft. (5.39 acres) and is situated on the easterly side of Saw Mill River Road, across from the intersection of Saw Mill River Road and Fairview Park Drive. The property is located in the IB Intermediate Business District and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 7.120-19-22.

ESTABLISH DATE FOR NEXT MEETING
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Greenburgh Planning Board will be held on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 beginning at 7:00 pm.