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TOWN OF GREENBURGH PLANNING BOARD
GREENBURGH TOWN HALL
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, August 7, 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 18-22Gupta, 72 Clarendon Road (P.O. Scarsdale, 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 a lot line adjustment to create two (2) buildable lots. The applicant proposes 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 7,377 sq. ft. of disturbance to 15-25% (STEEP SLOPES), 575 sq. ft. of disturbance to 25-35% (VERY STEEP SLOPES), and 223 sq. ft. of disturbance to 35%+ (EXCESSIVELY STEEP SLOPES). The project requires approximately 600 cubic yards of excavation, and 0 cubic yards of imported fill. The applicant proposes the removal of two (2) regulated trees from the site, requiring a tree removal permit from the Planning Board. 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.

Case No. PB 19-16 Wang-Liu, 3 Robbin Hill Road (P.O. Scarsdale, N. Y.) – Planning Board Steep Slope Permit, and Tree Removal Permit (Town Forestry Officer approval)
A work session to discuss the decision of a Planning Board steep slope permit application for a proposal to construct a new, approximately 2,524 sq. ft. modular home, on an existing vacant lot. The applicant proposes 1,757 sq. ft. of disturbance on 15-25% slopes (STEEP SLOPES), and 259 sq. ft. of disturbance on 25-35% slopes (VERY STEEP SLOPES). The project requires approximately 300 cubic yards of excavation. The applicant proposes the removal of nine (9) 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) Common Hornbeam tree, one (1) Common Apple tree, two (2) Kwanzan Flowering Cherry trees, two (2) Upright White Pine trees, one (1) Sky Rocket English oak tree, and ten (10) Green Giant Arborvitae 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 property consists of approximately 7,072 sq. ft. (0.16 acres) and is situated on the easterly side of Robbin Hill Road at the intersection of Robbin Hill Road and Mt. Joy Avenue. The property is situated in the R-5 One-Family Residence Zoning District, and is designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.470-332-46.

Case No. PB 19-01 Deitch, 6 Mohican Lane (P.O. Irvington, N.Y.) – Planning Board Steep Slope Permit, and Tree Removal Permit (Town Forestry Officer approval)
A work session to discuss the decision of 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 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 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.

Case No. PB 19-04 MacMillan, 39 Ridge Road (P.O. Hartsdale, N.Y.) – Planning Board Wetland/Watercourse Permit, and
Tree Removal Permit (Town Forestry Officer approval)
A work session to discuss the decision of a Planning Board wetland/watercourse permit application involving: (1) the proposed re-grading of the rear yard of an existing single-family residential property; (2) the proposed piping (approximately 95 linear feet of 24” rigid HDPE pipe) of an on-site intermittent watercourse channel, and the directing of it to another on-site watercourse, both located in the rear yard of the subject property, which includes the proposed construction of a 3-foot concrete headwall at the intersection of the two watercourse channels, to make the rear yard space more usable for the property owners; (3) the proposed installation of a drainage system around the existing residence, to direct roof leaders into the proposed piping in the rear yard; (4) a proposed 400 sq. ft. expansion of the existing driveway; (5) the proposed construction of a 3-foot high stone retaining wall approx. 110 linear feet in length along the southerly property line; (6) the proposed installation of a 6-foot high vinyl fence and chain link fence along portions of the south side, north side, and rear yards; (7) the removal of eight (8) regulated trees from the site; and (8) the proposed installation twenty nine (29) trees and various wetland mitigation plantings on the property. The watercourse and watercourse buffer area on the applicant’s property consists of approximately 29,759 sq. ft., and the applicant is proposing approximately 17,000 sq. ft. of disturbance. The applicant proposes 0 cubic yards of excavation, and approximately 650 cubic yards of imported fill, requiring a Fill Permit through the Town Engineer, to carry out the project. 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 subject properties consist of approx. 47,250 sq. ft. and are situated on the westerly side of Ridge Road, approximately 475 ft. south of the intersection of Ridge Road and W. Hartsdale Ave. The properties are situated in the R-20 One-Family Residence District, and are designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 8.190-139-4 & 5.

Case No. TB 19-08 Brightview-Metropolis, 289 Dobbs Ferry Road (P.O. White Plains, N. Y.) – Zoning Text and Zoning Map Amendments (Referral from Town Board)
A continuation of a work session (July 17, 2019) to discuss a zoning map and zoning text amendment referral from the Town Board involving a proposal to create a new floating zone district (Continuum of Care Facility - CCF) to the Town’s Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. If approved, the petitioner seeks to rezone an approximately 6 acre portion of Parcel ID: 8.10-1-6, 8.141-94-15,16,17 & 18 [289 Dobbs Ferry Road], for the purposes of permitting a proposal for a 160-unit independent living, assisted living and/or memory care development to a CCF District.

Case No. TB 19-19 Assisted Living Facility Zoning Text Amendment, Zoning Text Amendment (Referral from Town Board)
A continuation of a work session (July 17, 2019) to discuss a zoning text amendment referral from the Town Board involving a proposal to include additional special permit criteria associated with Convalescent homes, rest homes, nursing homes or homes for the aged approved, Continuing Care Retirement Communities, and Assisted Living Facilities, in a manner consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.

Case No. TB 18-26 Chapter 285 - CA, DS, HC & IB Districts (Fully Enclosed Commercial Recreation Facilities) - Zoning Text Amendments (Referral from Town Board)
A continuation of a work session (May 15, 2019) to discuss a zoning text amendment referral from the Town Board involving proposed modifications to recreation uses within the CA – Central Avenue Mixed-Use, DS – Designed Shopping, HC – Hartsdale Center, and IB – Intermediate Business zoning districts, to include “fully enclosed commercial recreation facilities of 5,000 sq. ft. and less,” as permitted uses, and to make the same uses of a greater size, allowed by special permit.

NEW BUSINESS

ITEMS FOR PUBLIC HEARING & PUBLIC DISCUSSION

Case No. PB 19-05 EDC 7, LLC, Warehouse Lane (P.O. Elmsford, N.Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision
A public hearing to discuss a preliminary subdivision for a proposal consisting of the subdivision of two lots to more closely correspond with the current tax lot configurations, except for minor deviations of the proposed Lot 1 (P1D: 7.180-52-20..SE) northerly boundary to accommodate existing conditions on proposed Lot 2 (PID: 7.180-52-20..SP). No new development or any other change in existing conditions is currently proposed for either of the two lots. Lot 1 is proposed to consist of 14.36 acres, and Lot 2 is proposed to consist of 18.97 acres. On June 20, 2019, the Zoning Board of Appeals granted area variances required in connection with the project. The properties consist of approximately 1,452,060 sq. ft. (33.335 acres) and are situated on the westerly side of Warehouse Lane, approximately 1,350 ft. west of the intersection of Warehouse Lane and Saw Mill River Road. The properties are located in the LI Light Industrial and GI General Industrial Districts, and are designated on the tax map of the Town of Greenburgh as Parcel ID: 7.180-52-20..SE & 7.180-52-20..SP.

Case No. PB 18-15 Paolucci-Gallousis, 135 Old Army Road (P.O. Scarsdale, N. Y.) – Preliminary Subdivision and Tree Removal Permit
A public hearing to discuss a preliminary subdivision and tree removal permit application involving the proposed subdivision of one (1) existing lot, approximately 52,469 sq. ft. in area, into two (2) buildable lots, for the purpose of constructing one (1) new single-family residence. Proposed Lot 1A, which contains an existing single-family residence to remain, would total approximately 26,281 sq. ft. Proposed Lot 1B would total approximately 26,188 sq. ft., and would be improved with one (1) new single-family residence. The applicant proposes the removal of five (5) regulated trees, requiring a tree removal permit through the Planning Board. The applicant has prepared a landscaping plan which includes the proposed planting of two (2) Sugar Maple trees, one (1) Eastern Redbud tree, sixteen (16) Green Giant Arborvitae trees, and ten (10) Holly plants, as replacement. The property consists of approximately 52,469 sq. ft. and is situated on the west side of Old Army Road, approximately 415 feet from the intersection of Ardsley Road and Old Army Road. The subject 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: 8.540-370-5.

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.

ESTABLISH DATE FOR NEXT MEETING

The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Greenburgh Planning Board will be Wednesday, September 4, 2019 and will begin at 8:00 P.M. in the Greenburgh Town Hall Auditorium.