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TOWN OF GREENBURGH PLANNING BOARD
GREENBURGH TOWN HALL
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, January 16, 2019 – 8:00 P.M.
Meetings of the Planning Board will be adjourned at 11:00 p.m.

AGENDA

ROLL CALL

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

CORRESPONDENCE

COMMITTEE REPORTS

REFERRALS FROM THE TOWN BOARD

OLD BUSINESS

Case No. PB 17-13 Eastview Distribution Chamber Water Transmission Line Connection – Planning Board Steep Slope Permit & Wetland/Watercourse Permit
A work session to discuss the decision of a project involving the proposed installation of 2,184 L.F. of 30” DIP water transmission main from the Eastview Water Distribution Chamber (owned by Westchester County), connecting to the existing 30” Catskill Aqueduct connection (owned by the Villages) located within Executive Boulevard to the south. This new pipe will bring water to the Eastview Chamber from the NYC Ultra Violet treatment plant. The water transmission main will traverse two parcels in the Town of Greenburgh, south of Route 100C/Grasslands Road: 130 Grasslands Road (Parcel ID: 7.70-5-7) is owned by New York City; 375 Executive Boulevard (Parcel ID: 7.120-18-5) is owned by Westchester County. The Proposed action is sponsored by the Villages of Sleepy Hollow, Tarrytown, and Briarcliff Manor as part of their joint long-term plan to consolidate and update their water supply and transmission functions. The project will temporarily disturb a 25’ wide area along the path of the proposed water main. A permanent access path, 12-feet in width and constructed of porous materials (item 4 gravel) will be provided. The proposed water line has been routed to avoid as much disturbance of wetlands/watercourses, regulated buffers and steep slopes, as is practically possible. The project, as currently planned, will limit disturbance on the parcel to less than 2% of the total lot area. Steep slope disturbances have been limited to approximately 2,316 sq. ft. (1,878 sq. ft. on 15-25% STEEP SLOPES, 407 sq. ft. on 25-35% VERY STEEP SLOPES, and 31 sq. ft. on 35%+ EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). Wetland/watercourse and regulated buffer area disturbance has been limited to approximately 26,605 sq. ft. The wetland disturbances are mainly in buffer areas, with only a small portion crossing a minor tributary to the main watercourse, the “Mine Brook.” The project requires approximately 4,400 cubic yards of excavation. The project proposes the removal of 55 regulated trees, requiring a tree removal permit from the Town Forestry Officer. The applicant proposes 107 trees, and 34 shrubs, as replacement. Parcel ID: 7.70-5-7 consists of approximately 67.38 acres, and is located within the R-20 One-Family Residence District. Parcel ID: 7.120-18-5 consists of approximately 3.66 acres, and is located within the PD – Non-Residential Planned Development District.

Case No. PB 18-30 Rumbrook-Knollwood Interconnection Water Transmission Main – Planning Board Steep Slope Permit & Wetland/Watercourse Permit
A work session to discuss the decision of a project involving the proposed construction of an approximately 6,000 linear foot, 24”-30” diameter water transmission main from the Rumbrook Pump Station in East Rumbrook Park eastward, crossing above the Catskill Aqueduct, under the Sprain Brook Parkway, and within and beneath local streets, to the Knollwood Pump Station, where it would connect into the various transmission lines exiting the Knollwood Pump Station to distribute water to the Consolidated Water District #1. Installation of the transmission main will require demolition of the existing chlorine contact tank in the vicinity of the Rumbrook Pump Station. The project, as currently proposed, involves the disturbance of approximately 15,600 sq. ft. of wetland/watercourse adjacent buffer area. There is no direct disturbance to the watercourse (Rum Brook). The project proposes 9,724 sq. ft. of 15-25% (STEEP SLOPES), 1,338 sq. ft. of 25-35% (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and 280 sq. ft. of 35%+ (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The project requires the removal of 21 regulated trees. The proposal provides for the planting of 50 new trees, as replacement.

Case No. PB 17-16 609 Saw Mill Petroleum LLC, 607 Saw Mill River Road (P.O. E;msford, N.Y.) – Final Subdivision & Tree Removal Permit
A work session to discuss the decision of a final subdivision and tree removal permit application consisting of the renovation of one (1) existing on-site commercial building to a gasoline service station/convenience store, demolition of an existing on-site gasoline service station building, and the construction of one (1) new, three-story, 55,380 sq. ft. self-storage facility, with related site improvements. The project involves the subdivision of three (3) existing tax lots to create two (2) buildable lots – one for the gasoline service station and associated convenience store use, and one for the self-storage use. An existing on-site commercial building is to be renovated and converted into a gasoline service station/convenience store approximately 2,915 sq. ft. in size, and is shown to be located on proposed Lot A (52,278 sq. ft.). The project involves the construction of a new, three-story, 55,380 sq. ft. self-storage facility on Lot B (63,411 sq. ft.). The project involves approximately 2,000 cubic yards of cut and approximately 500 cubic yards of imported fill, requiring a fill permit from the Bureau of Engineering. The project requires the removal of 67 regulated trees, requiring a tree removal permit from the Planning Board. The applicant has prepared a landscaping plan which calls for the planting of: twenty (20) Green Giant Arborvitae trees, six (6) ‘Autumn Brilliance’ Serviceberry trees, four (4) Greenspire Littleleaf Linden trees, nine (9) London Plane trees, eight (8) American Sycamore trees, four (4) Neon Flash Spirea shrubs, ninety-seven (97) Green Gem Boxwood shrubs, ten (10) Sea Green Juniper shrubs, fifteen (15) Bar Harbor Creeping Juniper shrubs, eleven (11) Lily of the Valley Bushes, fifteen (15) Mountain Fire Pieris shrubs, twenty-two (22) Leatherleaf Viburnum shrubs, sixteen (16) Hamelin Dwarf Fountain Grass, twenty-four (24) Blue Wonder Catmint perennials, and thirteen (13) Christmas Ferns. On October 18, 2017, the Planning Board voted to approve Landscaping Buffer Waivers in connection with this project. On December 14, 2017, the Zoning Board of Appeals granted area variances in connection with this project. On January 10, 2018, the applicant obtained a special permit from the Town Board in connection with this project, for a proposed gasoline service station convenience store, exceeding 800 sq. ft. in size. On January 17, 2018, the Planning Board granted preliminary subdivision, site plan, and steep slope permit approvals in connection with the project. On April 18, 2018, the Planning Board granted amended site plan approval which involved the relocation of a curb cut on Lot B (self-storage facility) from Saw Mill River Road to Old Saw Mill River Road. On July 18, 2018, the Planning Board granted a 180-day extension of the preliminary subdivision approval. The properties consist of approximately 115,689 sq. ft. (2.65 acres) and are situated on the west side of Saw Mill River Road, approximately 450 feet south of the intersection of Grasslands Road (NYS Rt. 100C) and Saw Mill River Road (NYS Rt. 9A). The property is located in the LI - Light Industrial District, and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 7.060-3-7, 8, & 9.

Case No. PB 18-11 Mohamed, 85 Highpoint Road (P.O. Scarsdale, N.Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision
A continuation of a work session (December 5, 2018) 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. Area variances from the Zoning Board of Appeals are required in connection with the project. 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.

Case No. PB 16-04 DJF Real Estate, 23-25 Warehouse Lane (P.O. Elmsford, N.Y.) –Site Plan, Planning Board Steep Slope Permit & Wetland Watercourse Permit
A continuation of a work session (January 17, 2018 and November 7, 2018) to discuss a site plan, Planning Board steep slope, wetland/watercourse and tree removal permit application (Town Forestry Officer approval) for a proposal consisting of the demolition of two (2) existing commercial buildings and the construction of one (1) new, three-story 19,200 sq. ft. multi-use automotive and truck repair facility, with related site improvements. The applicant proposes forty-four (44) parking spaces, nineteen (19) light duty and automotive truck repair staging locations, and four (4) heavy duty truck bays, for a total of sixty (67) spaces. The applicant proposes 1,800 sq. ft. of disturbance on 35%+ slopes (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The applicant proposes 19,930 sq. ft. of disturbance within the 23,285 sq. ft. of regulated watercourse and watercourse buffer area on the project site. The project involves approximately 4,013 cubic yards of cut and approximately 1,500 cubic yards of imported fill, requiring a fill permit from the Bureau of Engineering. The project also requires a floodplain development permit from the Town Engineer. The applicant proposes the removal of twenty-nine (29) trees, requiring a tree removal permit from the Town Forestry Officer. Area variances from the Zoning Board of Appeals are required in connection with the project. The property consists of approximately 76,837 sq. ft. (1.76 acres) and is situated on the south side of Warehouse Lane approximately 389 feet from the intersection of Saw Mill River Road. The property is located in the LI Light Industrial District and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 7.180-52-17 & 7.180-52-18.

NEW BUSINESS

Case No. TB 18-27 Richard Presser Park Ballfield Redevelopment, Central Park Avenue (P.O. Hartsdale, N.Y.) – Recreation Fee Use Request
A work session to discuss a recommendation to the Town Board regarding the proposed use of up to $40,000 of recreation escrow funds for the redevelopment of the ball field at Richard Presser Park.

Case No. PB 18-24 Best Subdivision, 23 North High Street (P.O. Elmsford, N.Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision & Tree Removal Permit
A work session to discuss a preliminary subdivision application involving the proposed re-subdivision of three (3) existing tax lots in order to create two (2) zoning compliant lots, for the purposes of constructing one (1) new single-family residence. Existing Tax Lots 7.200-90-2 and 7.200-90-3, which consist of 12,338 sq. ft. and 2,430 sq. ft., respectively, currently contain an existing single family residence to remain. Existing Tax Lot 7.200-90-1 consists of 4,395 sq. ft., and currently is vacant. The applicant proposes to resubdivide the lots such that Tax Lots 7.200-90-2 & 7.200-90-3 would be combined into one lot totaling 10,264 sq. ft., and Tax Lot 7.200-90-1 would total 8,899 sq. ft. One (1) new single-family residence is proposed on Tax Lot 7.200-90-1. Two (2) regulated trees are proposed for removal in connection with the project, requiring a tree removal permit from the Planning Board. The properties consist of approximately 19,163 sq. ft. and are situated on the east side of North High Street, approximately 525 feet from the intersection of North High Street and Payne Street. 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: 7.200-90-1, 2 & 3.

ITEMS FOR PUBLIC HEARING & PUBLIC DISCUSSION

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 continuation of a public hearing and public discussion (December 5, 2018) 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 9,500 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% (EXCESSIVLEY STEEP SLOPES). 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 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.

Please be advised that, following the close of a public hearing or public discussion, 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.

ESTABLISH DATE FOR NEXT MEETING
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Greenburgh Planning Board will be Wednesday, February 6, 2019 and will begin at 8:00 P.M. in the Greenburgh Town Hall Auditorium.