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TOWN OF GREENBURGH
PLANNING BOARD
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, July 5, 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 22-12 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 the decision of 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 67 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. PB 23-08 Animal Dermatology, 53 Tarrytown Road (P.O. White Plains, N.Y.) – Planning Board Special Use Permit (Small Animal Hospital)
A work session to discuss the decision of a Planning Board Special Use Permit (§285-28B(3)(c))application involving the proposed conversion of a former commercial recreational facility and a former dry cleaners space into an animal dermatology clinic. The Applicant proposes no exterior work with the exception of façade changes to facilitate signage for the clinic. The proposed 4,387 sq. ft. animal hospital requires 22 off-street parking spaces, the same amount as required under the previous uses. The facility is proposed to be staffed with up to nine (9) employees, at full capacity. The Applicant is not proposing any overnight boarding of animals. The property consists of approximately 86,113 sq. ft. (1.98 acres) and is situated on the southwestern side of Tarrytown Road, approximately 400 feet from the exit 5 off-ramp from I-287. The property is located 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.

Case No. PB 20-20 Newman, 13 Southwood 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 existing lot into two (2) buildable lots, for the purpose of constructing one (1) new single family home, with related improvements. Proposed Lot 1 contains an existing residence to remain, with a curb cut along Southwood Place, and would consist of approximately 7,551 sq. ft. (0.17 acres) in area. The applicant is proposing the construction of one (1) new, 2-story residence on proposed Lot 2, which would consist of approximately 9,852 sq. ft. (0.23 acres) in area. Proposed Lot 2 would contain a new curb cut onto Juniper Hill Road. The Applicant is proposing an increase in total impervious surfaces of approximately 1,624 sq. ft., and is proposing the addition of three (3) 330XL Cultec chambers to handle the additional stormwater runoff. The project requires approximately 204 cubic yards of excavation. The project requires the removal of one (1) regulated tree, requiring a tree removal permit form the Planning Board. The Applicant proposes the planting of five (5) new trees as replacement, in conformance with Chapter 260 of the Town Code. On May 19, 2022, the Zoning Board of Appeals granted the following area variance required in connection with the project: Lot Width from 75 feet (required) to 59 feet (approved). The property consists of approximately 17,403 sq. ft. (0.4 acres) and is situated on the northerly side of the intersection of Southwood Place and Juniper Hill 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: 8.80-39-22 & 23.

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 21-30 Casale, 34-40, 50, 00 & 10 Saw Mill River Road (P.O. Hastings-on-Hudson, N.Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision, Site Plan, Planning Board Steep Slope Permit, and Tree Removal Permit
A public hearing to discuss a Preliminary Subdivision, Site Plan, and Planning Board Steep Slope Permit application for a proposal consisting of the subdivision of 8 existing tax lots (8.610-421-72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78 & 79) into one (1) building lot. The Applicant is proposing to modify the layout of the site by moving storage bins to more efficient locations, adding parking, adding storage locations, and other related improvements. The Applicant proposes approximately 1,802 sq. ft. of disturbance to 15- 25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), approximately 1,873 sq. ft. of disturbance to 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and approximately 3,979 sq. ft. of disturbance to 35%+ slopes (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The project requires approximately 1,787 cubic yards of excavation and 287 cubic yards of imported fill, requiring a Fill Permit from the Town Engineer. The Applicant proposes the removal of seven (7) regulated trees, requiring a Tree Removal Permit from the Planning Board. The Applicant proposes the installation of four (4) planter boxes on the site in order to satisfy the intent of Chapter 260 of the Town Code. On June 15, 2023, the Zoning Board of Appeals granted all area variances required in connection with the project, as proposed. The properties consist of approximately 84,992 sq. ft. (1.95 acres) and are situated on the east side of Saw Mill River Road between Farragut Avenue and Holly Place. 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: 8.610-421-72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78 & 79.

NEW BUSINESS - WORK SESSION

Case No. TB 23-06/PB 23-12 Mount Hope Cemetery, 50 Old Jackson Avenue (P.O. Hastings-on-Hudson, N.Y.) – Amended Site Plan (Town Board referral) and Planning Board Steep Slope Permit
A work session to discuss a Town Board Amended Site Plan (referral to Planning Board), Town Board Tree Removal Permit, and a Planning Board Steep Slope Permit application for a proposal consisting of the construction of an access road, sidewalks, and related grading activities, in connection with the creation of 2,330 additional burial plots on an existing cemetery site.The Applicant proposes 35,662 sq. ft. of disturbance on 0-15%slopes, 6,823 sq. ft. of disturbance on 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), 3,349 sq. ft. of disturbance on 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and 23,818 sq. ft. of disturbance on 35%+ slopes (EXCCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The project involves approximately 7,020 cubic yards of excavation and 349 cubic yards of imported fill, requiring a Fill Permit from the Bureau of Engineering. The Applicant proposes the removal of 20 regulated trees, requiring a Tree Removal Permit from the Town Board. The Applicant has prepared a landscaping plan providing for the planting of 17 trees, as replacement. The properties consist of approximately 5,330,657 sq. ft. (122.38 acres) and are situated on the north side of Jackson Avenue, approximately 34 ft. north of the intersection of Saw Mill River Road and Jackson Avenue. The properties are located in the R-30 Residential District, and are designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.500-351-3, 8.560-384-1, 8.560-384-3, 8.560-384-4 & 8.560-384-5.

Case No. PB 22-24 Hart Hills Hospitality, 45 North Washington Avenue (P.O. Hartsdale, N.Y.) – Site Plan, Planning Board Steep Slope Permit, and Tree Removal Permit
A work session to discuss a Site Plan, Planning Board Steep Slope Permit, and Tree Removal Permit application involving the proposed construction of an eight (8) unit multifamily residence, with related improvements. The Applicant proposes to remove an existing single-family house and construct a two-story, eight (8) unit multifamily building with parking partially underneath the building. In a memorandum dated June 2, 2023, the Building Inspector determined that the following area variances are required: (1) minimum lot area, from 24,000 sq. ft. (required) to 22,912 sq. ft. (proposed); (2) maximum building coverage, from 18.3% (permitted) to 18.8% (proposed; (3) rear setback, from 40 feet (required) to 35.16 feet (proposed); (4) minimum distance of off-street parking to the principal building, from 10 feet (required) to 4.2 feet (proposed); and (5) reduced loading berth size, from 15 feet by 45 feet (required) to 8 feet by 26 feet (proposed). The Applicant proposes approximately 7,751 sq. ft. of disturbance to 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), approximately 2,087 sq. ft. of disturbance to 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and approximately 1,440 sq. ft. of disturbance to 35%+ slopes (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The project requires approximately 2,623 cubic yards of excavation and approximately 0 cubic yards of imported fill. The Applicant proposes to remove nine (9) regulated trees, requiring a Tree Removal Permit, and has prepared a landscaping plan providing for the planting of 19 trees, as replacement. The property consists of approximately 27,378 sq. ft. (0.63 acres) and is situated on the northwesterly side of North Washington Avenue, approximately 400 feet from the intersection with West Hartsdale Avenue. The property is located in the M-14 Multifamily Residence District and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.250-183-3.

ESTABLISH DATE FOR NEXT MEETING
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Greenburgh Planning Board will be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 beginning at 7:00 pm.