HomeMy WebLinkAboutComp. Implementation Strategy ELIZABETH A. NEVILLE
TOWN CLERK
REGISTRAR OF VITAL STATISTICS
MARRIAGE OFFICER
RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION OFFICER
Town Hall, 53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, New York 11971
Fax (631) 765-6145
Telephone (631) 765-1800
southoldtown.northfork.net
OFFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION NO. 473 OF 2002
WAS ADOPTED AT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE SOUTHOLD TOWN BOARD
ON JULY 2, 2002:
WHEREAS, there has been presented to the Town Board of the Town of Southold, Suffolk
County, New York on the 2nd day of July 2002 a Local Law entitled, "Local Law in relation to
Temporary Moratorium on the Processing of, Review of, and making Decisions on
applications for Ma]or Subdivisions, Minor Subdivisions, and Special Use Permits and Site
Plans, containing Dwelling Unit (s) in the Town of Southold", now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED that this Local Law be referred to the Southold Town Planning Department
and the Suffolk County Planning Commission for recommendations and reports, all in
accordance with the Southold Town Code and the Suffolk County Charter.
This proposed "Local Law in relation to Moratorium on the Processing, Review of, and
making Decisions on applications for Major Subdivisions, Minor Subdivisions, and Special
use Permits and Site Plans containing Dwelling Unit(s) in the Town of Southold", which
reads as follows:
LOCAL LAW NO. 2002
Temporary Moratorium on the Processing, Review of, and making Decisions on
applications for Major Subdivisions, Minor Subdivisions and Special Exception Use Permits and
Site Plans containing Dwelling Unit(s) in the Town of Southold
BE IT ENACTED BY, the Town Board of the Town of Southold as follows:
Section 1. PURPOSE
The Town Board finds that the increased growth and development of residential
subdivisions and multi-family developments requiring site plan approval within the Town of
Southold are placing severe pressure on the water supply, agricultural lands, open and
recreational space, rural character, natural resources, and transportation/nfrastructure of the
Town. The Town's unique environment, geography, and hydrology impose distinct limitations
on the shape, design and intensity of residential development that can be reasonably sustained
without endangering public health, safety and welfare.
The Town Board has taken steps to study and analyze the existing land use, populations
trends, and fiscal, institutional, human, environmental and agricultural resources of the Town to
determine the sufficiency of the existing land use regulations and the possible need for revision
of such regulations.
The Town Board appointed the "Blue Ribbon Commission for Preserving a Rural
Southold" to recommend methods for increasing the amount of protected farm and open space
lands. Approximately one third of the Town's land is prime farmland. Ill-planned residential
subdivisions and multi-family developments subject to site plan review can significantly reduce
the availability of agricultural land. Decisive measures are needed to protect farmland while
ensuring the economic viability of the agricultural industry. The Blue Ribbon Commission has
concluded its meetings and has drafted and released its findings and recommendations. The
Town Board needs time to consider and take action on the recommendations made by the
Commission. Implementation of its recommendations will likely require a substantial
commitment of legal and planning resources to develop legislation.
Southold has insufficient affordable housing opportunities for its own residents. The
Town's current policies and laws pertaining to the creation of affordable housing are not fully
achieving its goals and need to be updated. Southold needs a sound planning strategy for
maintaining a stable supply of starter and/or rental housing.
After years of study, fact gathering and drafting completion of a local waterfront
revitalization program (LWRP) for the Town of Southold is imminent. The LWRP is a
comprehensive plan for the entire town. As waterfront land has, in certain instances, been
inappropriately developed, Town waters and habitats have been negatively impacted. This is
evident in the closure of shellfishing areas such as Mattituck Creek and James Creek due to an
increase in coliform bacteria from septic systems and storm water runoff, to name just two
sources. The LWRP and the Peconic Estuary Plan recommend several land use measures that
could be adopted by the Town to augment estuary protection. The Town intends to adopt or
implement most, if not all, of these recommendations. The moratorium will give the Town time
to consider and implement the LWRP and the best land use techniques for protecting its
waterfront resources.
The public infrastructure that is needed to support human activity plays an important role
in shaping a community's character. The design and location of roads, schools, parking lots,
subdivisions and business centers are determinants of this character. This character is being
changed by certain trends: requests to the Board df Trustees for permits on waterfront lots, the
loss of historical structures of importance to the community through neglect or ignorance, the
increase in vehicular traffic which, in turn, has increased traffic congestion and the need for
parking within hamlet business centers. Regional travel patterns to and from Connecticut and
the Hamptons are also adding to the traffic congestion. The ability of SR 25 and the Town to
continue to absorb additional volumes of traffic without irreparable damage to its quality of life
is an important issue. The Town must clearly define the boundaries between hamlets and open
areas in order to differentiate in its treatment of land use and public infrastructure in these areas.
On May 21, 2002, the SCWA instituted a 6-month moratorium on the issuance of new
hookups until it can develop both a short and long-term plan for maintaining and providing a
dependable supply of high quality drinking water within the Town of Southold. The Town does
not have accurate information about the maximum amount of residential and agricultural usage
that its underground aquifer is capable of sustaining. The Town has not adopted a groundwater
protection program to ensure that the sole source of drinking water does not become
contaminated by organic and inorganic compounds.
The Town's existing procedures and laws should have the practical effect of ensuring that
new development and redevelopment are in accordance with the Town's planning objectives.
The four guiding planning objectives of the Town of Southold are 1) the preservation of
farmland and agriculture; 2) the preservation of Open Space and Recreational Space; 3) the
preservation of the Rural, Cultural, Commercial and Historical Character of the Hamlets and
Surrounding Areas; and 4) the preservation ofthe NaturalEnvironment. The practicalreality,
however, is that some of the land use regulations and procedures (specifically including, but not
limited to, the subdivision regulations and regulations governing special exception use permit
and site plan applications that include dwelling unit(s)) are not having this effect. Until the
planning process is completed, the Town Board finds it necessary to impose a moratorium on the
grant of subdivision approvals and multi-family developments that require site plan approval, as
hereinafter provided. An integrated strategy that takes into account the Town's fragile and finite
natural resources and its unique geographic configuration is needed. This moratorium will enable
the Town to focus on crafting and implementing a strategy to ensure that it actually achieves its
planning objectives. This action is necessary in older to protect the character, natural resources,
public services and facilities of the Town of Southold and the public health, safety and welfare of
Town residents.
Section 2. ENACTMENT OF TEM?ORARY MORATORIUM
For a period of SIX (6) months following the effective date of this Local Law after which
date this Local Law shall lapse and be without further force and effect and subject to any other
Local Law adopted by the Town Board during the SIX (6) month period:
1) the Planning Board shall not accept for review, continue review, hold a hearing
or make any decision upon any application for a subdivision, whether that
subdivision application was submitted prior to or after the effective date of this
law. This law applies to subdivisions (whether major subdivisions or minor
subdivisions) as defined in Southold Town Code § A-106-13. The statutory
and locally-enacted time periods for processing and making decisions on all
aspects of subdivision applications (including, but not limited to, sketch plans,
2)
preliminary and final subdivision plats) are suspended and stayed while this
Local Law is in effect;
the Planning Board shall not accept for review, continue review, hold a
hearing or make any decision upon any application for a site plan containing
DWELLiNG UNIT(S), whether submitted prior to or after the effective date of
this law, and shall not be subject to the time periods specified in Town Law §
274-a and Article XXV of the Southold Town Code, including without
limitation, provisions relating to the, processing, reviewing, holding of hearings
and the rendering of decisions. The statutory and locally-enacted time periods
for processing and making decisions on all aspects of site plan applications
containing dwelling mt(s) are suspended and stayed while this Local Law is in
effect
The Zoning Board of Appeals shall not accept for review, continue review,
hold a hearing on, continue a hearing or make any decision upon any
application for a special use permit which application is also subject to
Planning Board approval pursuaht to the Southold Town Code where the
Planning Board is prohibited from reviewing, processing, holding hearings on
and making decisions on because of the provisions of this local law, whether
said application was submitted prior to or after the effective date of this local
law.
Section 3. APPLICATION
This local law shall apply to ALL [new or pending] applications for either subdivision
approval or special exception use permits and site plans containing dwelling unit(s) within the
Town of Southold.
Section 4. EXCLUSIONS
This Local Law shall not apply to:
1) subdivisions for which final plat or conditional final plat approval was granted by the
Planning Board prior to the effective date of this local law;
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
setoffs as defined in the definition of"Subdivision" in Southold Town Code section
A106-13;
Lot line applications;
new or pending applications for the subdivision ora parcel of property where
interests or rights in real property (the fee or any lesser interest, development rights,
easement, covenant, or other contractual fight ) to a portion of that parcel have been
sold or gifted (for purposes of permanent preservation) to either the Town of
Southold (pursuant to either chapter 6, 25 or 59 of the Southold Town code); the
County of Suffolk; the Peconic Land Trust or the Nature Conservancy, prior to the
effective date of this local law;
new or pending applications for the subdivision of a parcel of property where an
executed contract (dated prior to the effective date of this local law) exists to either
sell or gift interests or rights in real property (the fee or any lesser interest,
development rights, easement, covenant, or other contractual right ) to a portion of
that parcel (for purposes of permanent preservation) to either the Town of Southold
(pursuant to either chapter 6, 25 or 59 bfthe Southold Town code); the County of
Suffolk; the Peconic Land Trust or the Nature Conservancy;
new subdivision applications where an applicant has entered into a contract (dated
after the effective date of this local law) to either sell or gift interests or rights in real
property (the fee or any lesser interest, development rights, easement, covenant, or
other contractual right ) to a portion of that parcel(for purposes of permanent
preservation) to either the Town of Southold (pursuant to either chapter 6, 25 or 59
of the Southold Town code); the County of Suffolk; the Peconic Land Trust or the
Nature Conservancy; provided that that portion of the property on which the
interests or rights to property are being sold or gifted encompasses at least seventy
five percent (75%) of the entire parcel. The following areas are not to be included in
the calculation of the 75% threshold: that portion of the parcel which is wetlands (as
defined by Chapter 97 of the Southold Town Code), streams, creeks, ponds, slopes
over 15%, underwater land, land encumbered by easements or other restrictions
preventing use of such land for construction of buildings or development or land
7)
8)
9)
within the coastal erosion hazard area as defined by Chapter 37 of the Southold Town
Code.;
a site plan application for a two-family dwelling;
a site plan application for a bed-and-breakfast;
a site plan application for an accessory apartment(s);
Section 5. CONFLICT WITH STATE STATUTES AND AUTHORITY TO SUPERSEDE
To the extent that any provisions of this Local Law are in conflict with or are construed
as inconsistent with the provision of New York State Town Law this Local Law supersedes,
amends and takes precedence over NYS Town Law pursuant to the Town's municipal home rule
powers, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law 8 10(1)(ii)(d)(3); 8 10(1)(ii)(a)(14) and 8 22 to
supercede any inconsistent authority.
In particular, this local law supersedes Town Law 8 276, Town Law 8 278, and Southold
Town Code 888 A106-21, A106-22, A106-23 and A106-24, which require that the planning
board act upon, hold hearings on, and make decisions concerning subdivision applications
(including, but not limited to, sketch plans, preliminary and final subdivision plats) within
specified time periods. This local law suspends and stays the running of time periods for
processing, acting upon, holding hearings on, making decisions and taking action on such
subdivision applications (including, but not limited to, sketch plans, preliminary and final
subdivision plats) provided for in those laws.
And, to the extent and degree any provisions of this Local Law are construed as being
inconsistent with the provisions of Town Law 8888 267, 267-a, 267-b, 267-c or 282 relating to
the authority to grant variances, waivers or other relief from this Local Law, this Local Law is
intended to supersede and amend any said inconsistent authority.
And, to the extent and degree any provisions of this Local Law are construed as being
inconsistent with the provisions of Town Law 8 274-a and the provisions and requirements set
forth in Article XXV of the Southold Town Code, which require that the Planning Board
process, review, hold heatings on, and act upon applications for site plans within specified time
periods, this local law suspends and stays the running of time periods for processing, review,
holding hearings on, making decisions, and taking action on such applications provided for in
those laws and is intended to supersede and amend any said inconsistent authority.
And to the extent and degree any provisions of this Local Law are construed as being
inconsistent with the provisions of Town Law §§ 267-a and 274-b and the provisions of Article
XXVI of the Southold Town Code, which require that the Zoning Board of Appeals act upon
applications for special exception use permits within specified time periods, this local law
suspends and stays the running of time periods for processing, reviewing, holding heatings on
and making decisions on such applications provided for in those laws and is intended to
supercede and said inconsistent authority.
Section 6. APPEAL PROCEDURES
a. The Town Board shall have the authority to vary or waive the application of any
provision of this Local Law, in its legislative discretion, upon its determination, that such
variance or waiver is required to alleviate an extra'ordinary hardship affecting a parcel of
property. To grant such request, the Town Board must find that a variance or waiver will not
adversely effect the purpose of this local law, the health, safety or welfare of the Town of
Southold or any comprehensive planning being undertaken in the Town. The Town Board shall
take into account the existing land use in the immediate vicinity of the property and the impact of
the variance or waiver on the water supply, agricultural lands, open and recreational space, rural
character, natural resources, and transportation infrastructure of the Town. The application must
comply with all other applicable provisions of the Southold Town Code.
b. Any request for a variance or waiver shall be filed with the Town Clerk and shall
include a fee of five hundred ($250.00) dollars for the processing of such application, along with
copies of such plat showing all required improvements in accordance with the procedures of
§A106-25, § A106-27 and Articles III and IV of Chapter Al06 of the Southold Town Code.
c. All such applications shall, within five (5) days be referred to the Planning Board,
which shall have thirty (30) days following receipt to make a recommendation to approve or
disapprove a variance or waiver of this Local Law. The application and recommendation shall
be transmitted to the Town Board, which may conduct a public_hearing and make a final decision
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on the application, with or without conditions. Final approval is reserved to the absolute
legislative discretion of the Town Board
Section 7. SEVERABILITY
If any clause, sentence, paragraph, section, or part of this Local Law shall be adjudged by
any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the judgment shall not effect the validity of this
law as a whole or any part thereof other than the part so decided to be unconstitutional or invalid.
Section 8~ EFFECTIVE DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State as
provided by law.
Elizabeth A. Neville
Sonthold Town Clerk
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
COMPREHENSIVE IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY
Team Memorandum
FF O1ZI '.
Date:
_Re;
Town of Southold
Town Board Members
Town Clerk
Moratorium Planning Team
January 3, 2003
SEQRA Documents for January 7, 2003 meeting
Attached, please find the following documents that pertain to the Comprehensive Implementation
Strategy for your consideration:
[] Resolution classifying the action, assuming lead agency, issuing a positive declaration and
receiving and circulating the draft scope of the DGEIS
[] Part I Environmental Assessment Form (EAF)
[] Description of Action (Supplement to Part I EAF)
[] Implementation Tools Matrix (Supplement to Part I EAF)
[] Positive Declaration
Please note that the draft scope of the DGEIS will be circulated on Monday as a follow-up to this
correspondence. These materials have been reviewed and finalized by the team for your review.
The intent of these materials is to initiate the SEQRA process for the proposed action which consists
of the Comprehensive Implementation Strategy. The documents are intended to fulfill the
requirements of SEQR with respect to project review by classifying the action as a Type I action,
designating the Town Board as lead agency, issuing the positive declaration that would require the
preparation of a Draft Generic Environmental Impact Statement, and receiving and circulating a draft
scope of the DGEIS. Please note that the scope will be subject to public input and a public heating at
a future meeting to be determined, and the final scope would be issued within 60 days of circulation
of the draft scope in accordance with SEQRA Part 617.8.
We would appreciate your review of these documents with the intent that the resolution (or
appropriately amended resolution) would be adopted at Tuesday's Town Board meeting. Should you
have any questions before Tuesday, please feel free to call Pat Cleary (754-3085) or Chic Voorhis
(427-5665). Both Pat and Chic and hopefully Jim Gesualdi (special team counsel) will be available
at Tuesday's meeting to brief the Board and answer questions concerning these documents as well as
other issues that are presently being considered by the Board with respect to the moratorium planning
effort.
Thank you for your review of these materials and please call with any questions. We look forward to
seeing you all on Tuesday.
Respectfully Submitted
Moratorium Planning Team
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
~OMPREHENSIVE IMPLEMENTATION ST~-~TEGY
The SEQRA Process and Purpose of Scoping
Overview
The Town Board of the Town of Southold is providing a period of time for the public to have input on
the Scope of a Draft Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) that is being completed in
connection with the Town's Comprehensive Implementation Strategy.
A Scoping Meeting will be held on January 29, 2003 at 7:30 at the offices Town Hall to receive input on
the Draft Scope (attached) that will form the outline for preparation of the Draft GELS. The Board will
receive comments until the close of business on February 10, 2003. Written comments should be
submitted to the Town Clerk's office, Southold Town Hall, 53095 Main Road, P.O. Box 1179
( e. neville~town, southold, ny. us).
This process is being completed in accordance with the State Environmental Quality Review Act
(SEQRA).
GEIS/SEQRA Process
The Town Board is considering implementing planning measures identified in prior planning studies.
The Town seeks to ensure that these studies are used to advance the Town's vision. The studies are
being reviewed in terms of current needs and goals to achieve the Town's vision.
The Town Board will complete a GElS process to analyze the existing Town conditions, explore
impacts of implementing prior planning recommendations and test various alternative scenarios. This
will allow the Town Board to obtain public input and consider potential impacts under the public forum
provided through GEIS procedures. The procedures ensure that the Town goals will be achieved
through a comprehensive land use decision-making framework.
The first step in the process is the completion of a Draft GEIS. This document will be adopted by the
Town Board as lead agency (the agency that oversees the environmental review process), and circulated
to the public for comments. A hearing will be held on the Draft GEIS, and a period for written
comments (at least 10 days) will be provided after the Draft GEIS hearing. Once the comment period
ends, the Town Board will address all written and oral comments in a Final GEIS document. The Final
GEIS will be followed by the adoption of Findings that establish the basis for the final decision by the
Town Board.
Scoping Process/Purpose of Scoping
Scoping is defined as the process that the lead agency uses to identify the environmental impacts of a
proposed action. The Scope identifies the contents, level of analysis, range of alternatives, mitigation
measures and relevant issues to be included in the Draft GEIS.
The Town Board issued the Draft Scope on January 7, 2003. The Board will revise this Scope to
address relevant comments. Comments should be directed toward items which are omitted from the
Draft Scope, the level of analysis and alternatives to be considered. Items that already are contained in
the scope and opinions on the project need not be addressed. Written comments on the Draft Scope will
be received until February 10, 2003, after which the Town Board will issue the Final Scope. Questions
regarding this process may be addressed to the Town's Planning Consultants Patrick Cleary (631-754-
3085) or Chic Voorhis (631-427-5665), or Valerie Scopaz, Town Planner (765-1938). Thank you for
your participation.
ELIZABETH A. NEVILLE
TOWN CLERK
REGISTILiR OF VITAL STATISTICS
MARRIAGE OFFICER
RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION OFFICER
Town Hall, 53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, New York 11971
Fax (631) 765-6145
Telephone (631) 765-1800
southoldtown.northfork.net
OFFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
January 8, 2003
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town Board of the Town of Southold adopted
resolution number 22 at their regular meeting held on January 7, 2003 setting a public scoping
meeting at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at the Southold Town Hall, 53095 Main
Road, Southold, New Yorlq on the Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy.
Copies of this resolution classifying it as a Type I action pursuant to 6 NYCRR Part 617,
assuming lead agency, declaring it a positive declaration, and initiating a public scoping meeting
are attached.
Please sign the duplicate of this letter and return to me in the enclosed self-addressed,
stamped envelope at your earliest convenience. Thank you.
Elizabeth A. Neville
Town Clerk
Attachments
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Sufiblk County Department of Planning
Long Island State Park Commission
Village of Greenport
Town of Shelter Island
Town of Riverhead
Town of Southampton
Southold Town Supervisor's Office
Southold Town Board of Trustees
Southold Town Planning Board'~~
Southold Town Board of Appeals
Southold Town Building Department
Suffolk County Department of Health
Suffolk County Department of Public Works
Suffolk' County Water Authority
NYS DEC, Commissioner, Albany
NYS DEC, Regional Office, Stony Brook
NYS Department of Transportation
NYS Department of State
US Army Corps of Engineers
ELIZABETH Ao NEVILLE
TOWN CLERK
REGISTRAR OF VITAL STATISTICS
MARRIAGE OFFICER
RECORDS MANAGEMENT' OFFICER
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION OFFICER
Town Hall, 53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, New York 11971
Fax (631) 765-6145
Telephone (631) 765-1800
southoldtown.northfork.net
OFFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION NO. 22 OF 2003 WAS
ADOPTED AT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE SOUTHOLD TOWN BOARD ON
JANUARY 7, 2003:
Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy
ACTION CLASSIFICATION, INTENT TO ASSUME LEAD AGENCY STATUS,
INTENT TO REQUIRE AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT, AND
RECEIPT AND CIRCULATION OF DRAFT SCOPE OF THE DGEIS
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold (the "Board") is aware of, has
participated in the preparation of, or has prepared a number of land use plans, studies,
analyses, etc. over the past approximately 20 years, and
WHEREAS, the Board intends to implement recommendations of these studies that would
advance the goals of the Town, and
WHEREAS, the Board has articulated the goals of the Town in various documents and reiterates
here the intent to achieve the Town's vision as identified in the following goals:
The Town's goal is to preserve land including open space, recreation and working
landscapes.
The Town's goal is to preserve rural, cultural, historic character of the hamlets and
surrounding countryside.
The Town's goal is to preserve its natural environment; to prevent further deterioration of
resources and to restore degraded resources back to pristine or near pristine quality.
The goat of the Town is to preserve and promote a range of housing and business
opportunities that would support a socio-economically diverse community.
The Town's goal is to increase transportation efficiency and to create attractive alternatives
to automobile travel, while preserving the scenic and historic attributes of the Town, State,
County and local roadways.
WHEREAS, these studies generally included implementation tools and recommendations
designed to address the land use and social need aspects addressed in each study, and
WHEREAS, since the action is a Town-wide initiative, it is determined to be a Type I action
pursuant to SEQRA Part 617.4 (b)(1), and therefore is more likely to require an
environmental impact statement,
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold has exclusive authority to effect zoning
changes, create and/or modify legislation, establish land use programs and implement the
various measures and tools identified in the past land use and social need studies of the
Town, and
WHEREAS, since the Board holds this exclusive authority, the Town Board is the appropriate
entity to assume lead agency under the State Environmental Quality Review Act, and
WHEREAS, the Board does intend to solicit inter-agency and public input, and will consider
potential impacts under a public forum provided through the intended Generic
Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) procedure, and
WHEREAS, implementation of these recommendations may be interrelated and potentially in
divergence, to the extent that coordinated consideration of implementation is necessary
and appropriate and further that one recommendation on its own may not result in an
environmental impact; however, the combined effect of several recommendations may
result in environmental impacts, thus indicating the potential for cumulative impacts, and
WHEREAS, notwithstanding the far reaching nature of the intended action, the Board finds that
by virtue of the fact that the initiative is intended to implement the past planning studies
of the Town, it is consistent with the Town Comprehensive Plan which includes the
zoning code and building zone map, zoning decisions, goals, legislative actions and the
record of decisions that forms the Town's direction in terms of achieving its vision, and
WHEREAS, as a result, the action is not expected to cause significant adverse impacts since it
advances the goals of the Town; however, the action is of Town-wide significance, and
does involve changes to natural and human resources; is a Type I action pursuant: to
SEQRA Part 617 and therefore is more likely to require an environmental impact
statement; and, lastly that the action will affect property, resources and the shaping of the
Town's future, and
WHEREAS, based on the above facts and the Part I Environmental Assessment Form (EAF)
prepared for the Board's consideration in determining significance, the Board finds it
prudent to take a "hard look" at the proposed action through the preparation of a Draft
Generic Environmental Impact Statement (DGEIS), and
WHEREAS, the Board is familiar with the scoping process as outlined in SEQRA Part 617.8
Scoping, and
WHEREAS, the Board has established a team of professionals to assist with the comprehensive
implementation strategy, consisting of the Town Attorney, the Town Planner and Town
supporting staff, two (2) planning consultants and two (2) consulting attorneys, and this
team has prepared a draft scoping outline for the purpose of determining the scope and
content of the DGEIS, and
WHEREAS, the Board received this scope and deliberated upon its content and finds the draft
scope to be adequate to commence the scoping process for the DGEIS pursuant to
SEQRA Part 617.8 (b), and
WHEREAS, the Board intends to provide an opportunity for interested agencies and the public
to provide input into the scope of the DGEIS through ch'culation of the draft scope and
solicitation of public comments at a public scoping meeting, and
NOW
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Southold
hereby classifies the Town of Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy as a
Type I action pursuant to 6 NYCRR Part 617, and
BE IT
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board hereby assumes lead agency status in review of
the action and for the purpose of compliance with the State Environmental Quality
Review Action (SEQRA) Part 617, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board finds that a Generic Environmental Impact
Statement (GEIS) is appropriate and hereby issues the appropriate determination (via a
Positive Declaration) to require such document for the proposed action, considering that
the recommendations may result in potential impacts which may include cumulative
and/or generic impacts, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board hereby receives the draft scope for the purpose
of initiating the scoping process pursuant to 6 NYCRR Part 617.8, and
BE IT
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board will hold a public scoping meeting on January
29, 2003 at 7:30 p.m. at the Southold Town Hall meeting room, and a period of 10-days
will be provided following the public scoping meeting to allow for submission of written
comments, and
BE IT
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board authorizes the Town Clerk to file notice of the
public scoping meeting in two (2) local newspapers on January 16 and January 23, 2003
and the draft scope will be made available on the Town web-site, at local libraries and at
the Town Clerks office prior to the scoping meeting, and
BE IT
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board authorizes the Town Clerk of the Town of
Southold to file this Resolution, the Part I Environmental Assessment Form (EAF), the
Positive Declaration, and the Draft Scope of the DGEIS with the following parties:
Town of Southold Supervisor's Office
Town Clerk of the Town of Southold
Town of Southold Planning Board
Town of Southold Zoning Board of Appeals
Town of Southold Town Trustees
Suffolk County Dept. of Health Services
Suffolk Cotmty Dept. of Public Works
Suffolk County Water Authority
Suffolk County Planning Commission
NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation, Commissioner, Albany
NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation, Regional Office at Stony Brook
NYS Dept. of Transportation
NYS Dept. of State
US Army Corps of Engineers
Inc. Village of Greenport
Town of Riverhead
Town of Southampton
Town of Shelter Island
Parties of Interest Officially on Record with the Town Clerk (if applicable)
Elizabeth A. Neville
Southold Town Clerk
14-16-2 (2/87)-7c SEQR
617.21
Appendix A
State Environmental Quality Review
FULL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM
Pnrl~ose: The full EAF is designed to help apl~licants and agencies determine, in an orderly manner,
whether a project or action may be significant. The question of whether an action may be significant is
not always easy to answer. Fre0uently., there are aspects of a project that are sulSjective or
pc~e,a_s~urea_b~le~It is a. lso und~erstooa t~hat.tho, se. who deterrgine significance may have little or no formal
wteuge ox tne enwronment or may De tecnnicany expert in environmental analysis. In addition, many
who have knowledge in one particular area may not be aware of the broader concern affecting the
question of significance.
The full EAF is intended to provide a method whereby applicants and agencies can be assured that the
determination p_rocess has been orderly, comprehensive in nature, yet flexible to allow introduction of
information to ~it a project or action.
Full EAF Components: The full EAF is comprised of three parts.
Part 1: provides 9bjective data and information about a given prolect and its site. By identifying
basic project data, it assists a reviewer in the analysis that ta~:es place in Parts 2 and 3.
Part 2: Focuses on identifying the range of possible imCacts that may occur from a project or action.
It provides ~uidance as to whether an imt2act is likely to*be considerecl small to moderate or whether it
is a potentially-large impact. The form arso identifies whether an impact can be mitigated or reduced.
Part 3: If any impact in Part 2 is identified as potentially-large, then Part 3 is used to evaluate
whether or nof the ~mpact is actually important.
DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE - TYPE 1 AND UNLISTED ACTIONS
Identify the Portions of EAF completed for this project: X Partl Part2 Part3
Upon review qf the information recorded on this EAF (Parts 1 and 2 and 3 if appropriate), and any other
supporting intormation, and considering .both the magnitude and importance of each impacr, it is
reasonably determined by the lead agency that:
__A. The project wilt not result in any large and important i .mpact(s) and, therefore, is one which
will noi have a significant impact on the environment, theref6re a negative declaration will
be prepared.
B. Although the project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a
significant effdct ]~or this Unlisted Action because the mitigation measures described ir~ P~AR, T 3
have been required, therefore a CONDITIONED negative declaration will be prepared.
C. The project may result in one or more large and important impacts that may have a significant
impact on the environment, therefore a positive decIaration will be prepardd.
*A Conditioned Negative Declaration is only valid for Unlisted Actions
Town of Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy Name of Action
Town Board
Joshua Horton
Name of Lead Agency
Print or Type Name of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency
Supervisor
Title of Responsible Officer
Signature of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency
Signature of Preparer
If different from responsible officer)
Date
PART 1 - PROJECT INFORMATION
Prepared by Project Sponsor
NOTICE: This document is designed to assist in determining whether the action proposed may have a
significant effect on the environment. Please complete the entire form, Parts A th?ough E. Affswers to
these questions will be considered as part of the al~plication for approval and may be subject to further
verification and public review. Provide any ad~t~tional information you believe wilt ~be needed to
complete Parts 2 and 3.
It .i,s expe. cted, that compl,e.tion of the ,full .EAr w. ill be del~endent on information currently available and
wm nor lnvmve new smales, research or lnvest~gation. I£information requiring such additional work is
unavailable, so indicate and specify each instance. .
N,~VIE OF ACTION
Town o_f Southold Comprehensive [mplementation Strategy
LOCATION OF ACTION (Include Street Address, Municipality and County)
Proposed Action would apply to the entire Town
NAME OF APPLICANT/SPONSOR BUSINESS TELEPHONE
Town Board, Town of Southold (631) 765-193 8
ADDRESS
Town Hall 53095 Main Road PO Box 1179
CITWPO STATE ZIP CODE
Southold NY 11971
NAME OF O ~WNER (If different) BUSINESS TELEPHONE
ADDRESS
CITY/PO STATE ZIP CODE
DESCRIPTION OF ACTION
See Attached
Please Complete Each Question - Indicate N.A. il' not applicable
A. SITE DESCRIPTION
Physical, setting of overall project, both developed and undeveloped areas.
1. Present land use: Urban X Industrial X Commercial
X Rural (non-farm) X Forest
X Other Marine
X Residential (Suburban)
X Agriculture
Total acreage of project area: *
APPROXIMATE ACREAGE ** PRESENTLY
Meadow or Brushland (Non-agricultural) acres
Forested acres
Agricultural (Includes orchards, cropland, pasture, etc.) acres
Wetland (Freshwater or Tidal as per Articles 24, 25 of ECL) acres
Water Surface Area acres
Unvegetated (Rock, earth or 1511) acres
Roads, buildings and other paved surfaces acres
acres * 53. 7 square miles or approx. 35,000 acres
AFTER COMPLETION
acres
acres
acres
acres
acres
acres
acres
Other (Indicate type) acres
** Beyond scope of EAr at this time; GEIS to be prepared
What is predominant soil type(s) on project site? **
a. Soil drainage: X Well drained 75 % of site; X Moderately well drained
X Poor drained 10 % of site
b.
acres
15 % of site;
If any agricultural land is involved, how many acres of soil are classified within soil group 1
through 4 of the NYS Land Classification System? 10,000± acres. (See 1 NYCRR 370).
2
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Are there bedrock outcropp~ing on proiect site? Yes X No
a. What is depth to bedrock? 1~0004- (in fee"rS---
Approximate percentage of proposed project site with slopes: X 0-10% 85 %; X 10-15% 10 %
"X-' 15% or greater --5 %
Is project substantiallvcontiguous to, or contain a buildingi~)ite, or district, listed on the State or the
National Registers of~Iistoric Places? X Yes
Is~xPr9ject substan~tially contiguous to a site listed on the Register of National Natural Landmarks?
Yes No '
What is the depth of the water table? * (in feet) *Entire Town; Variable (O-95+feeO
Is site located over a primary, principal, or sole source aquifer? X Yes __ No
10.Do hunting, fishing or shell fishing opportunities presently exist in the project area? X Yes
l l.Does project site contain any species
endangered? X Yes __No
Identify each species
of plant
According to
No
or animal life that is identified as threatened or
NYS Natural Heritage Program
12.Are there any unique or unusual land forms on the project site? (i.e., cliffs, dunes, other geological
formations) X Yes __ No Describe Beaches~ cliff, dunes, geologic formations
13.Is the project site presently used by the community or neighborhood as an open space or recreation
area? X Yes __ No If yes, explain. Open space rural qualities, historic setting~
prominent views~ recreational facilities
14.Does the
_ present site include scenic views known to be important to the community?
_~X Yes No
15.Streams within or contiguous to project area Multiple surface waters within Town a. Name of Stream and name of River to which it is tributary.
16.Lakes, ponds, wetland areas within or contiguous to project area: Multiple wetlands within Town
a. Name b. Size (In Acres)
17.Is the site served by existing public utilities? X Yes No Partial water/gas service;
However, water supply limitations are present and no sewer districts are present..
a) If Yes, does sufficient capacity exist to allow connection? X Yes No See Above
b) If Yes, will improvements be necessary to allow connection? X Yes __ No
18.Is the site located in an a~icultural district certified pursuant, to Agriculture and Markets Law, Article
25-AA, Section 303 and 704? X Yes No Partial
19.Is the site located in or substantiallv contizuous to a Critical Environmental Area designated pursuant
to Article 8 of the ECL, and 6 NYCRR 617? X Yes _ No Partial
20.Has the site ever been used for the disposal of solid or hazardous wastes? X Yes No
Town landITll an--d~cali~e~es
B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION* ACTION IS LEGISLATIVE -- Nophysical changes are
propose&project/site specific intpacts may occur.
t. Physical dimensions and scale of project (fill in dimensions as appropriate)
a. Total contiguous acreage owned or controlled by project sponsor 35,000 + acres.
b. Project acreage to be developed N/A acres initially; N/A acres ultimately.
c. Project acreage to remain undeveloped N/A acres.
d. Length of project, in miles: N/A (if appropriate)
e. If the project is an expansion, indicate percent of expansion proposed N/A %
f. Number of off-street parking spaces existing N/A ; proposed N/A
g. Maximum vehicular trips generated per hour N/A (upon completion of project)?
h. If residential: Number and type of housing units:
One Family Two Family Multiple Family Condominium
Initially
Ultimately
i. Dimensions (in feet) of largest proposed structure: N/A height; N/A. width; N/A length.
j. Linear feet of frontage along a public thoroughfare project will occupy is? N/A ft.
2. How much natural material (i.e., rock, earth, etc.) will be removed from the site?
N/A tons/cubic yards.
3. Will disturbed areas be reclaimed? __ Yes __ No X N/A
a. If yes, for what intended purpose is the site being reclaimed?
b. Will topsoil be stockpiled for reclamation? Yes No
c. Will upper subsoil be stockpiled for reclamation? __. Yes No
4. How many acres of vegetation (trees, shrubs, ground covers) will be removed from site? * acres.
5. Will atnvy mature forest (over 100 years old) or other locally-important vegetation be removed by this
project. _ Yes X No Possible future project physica£ alteration.
6. If single phase project: Anticipated period of construction N/A months, (including demolition).
7. If multi-phased: N/A However, implementation will be multiple phases.
a. Total number of phases anticipated (number).
b. Anticipated date of commencement phase 1 __ month __ year (including demolition).
c. Approximate completion date of final phase __ month __ year.
d. Is phase 1 functionally dependent on subsequent phases? Yes __ No
Will blasting occur during construction? __. Yes X No - -
9. Number of jobs generated: during construction N/A
10.Number of jobs eliminated by this project N/A
after project is complete N/A
11 .Will project require relocation of any projects or facilities? X Yes No
If yes, explain: Possible transfer of development rights.
12.Is surface liquid waste disposal involved? __ Yes X No Project specific; notpart of
a. If yes, indicate type of waste (sewage, industrial, etc.) and amount legislative changes.
b. Name of water body into which effluent will be discharged
13.Is subsurface liquid waste disposal involved? __ Yes X No Type: Sanitary wastewater
14.Will surface area of an existing water body increase or decrease by proposal? __. Yes ~ No
tfyes, explain:
15.Is project or any portion of project located in a 100 year flood plain? X Yes __ No
16.Will the project generate solid waste? X Yes __ No Project specific; notpart of
a. If yes, what is the amount per month N/A tons legislative changes.
b. If yes, will an existing solid xvaste facility be used? X Yes No
c. If yes, give name Town facility location Cutchogue
d. Will any wastes not go into a sewage disposal system or into a sanitary landfill? X Yes
e. If yes, explain ReclJclable portion oflwaste stream.
No
17.Will the project involve the disposal of solid waste? Yes X No
a. If yes, what is the anticipated rate of disposal? tons/month.
b. If yes, what is the anticipated site life? years.
18.Will project use herbicides or pesticides? __ Yes X No
19.Will project routinely produce odors (more than one hour per day)? __ Yes
20.Will project produce operating noise exceeding the local ambient noise levels?
Project specific; not
part of legislative
changes.
~ No
Yes X No
21.Will project result in an increase in energy use? _ Yes X No
If yes, indicate type(s) Proiect Specific
4
22. If water supply is from wells, indicate pumping capacity N/A gallons/minute.
23.Total anticipated water usage per day N/A gallons/day. (See also Narrative Request, Section D).
24.Does project involve Local, State or Federal funding? X Yes No
If yes, explain Local Implementation "'
25.Approvals Required: The Town Board is the only agency that can implement the Comprehensive
Irhplementation Strategy; However; other related project specific approvals are as follows:
Type Submittal
Town Board X Yes m No
Town Planning Board ~X Yes __ No
Town Zoning Board ~ Yes __ No
County Health Department X Yes __ No
Other Local Agencies ~X Yes No
State Agencies .~X Yes No
Other Regional Agencies Yes ~X No
Federal Agencies __ Yes ~X No
Rez, oning, Legislation
Site Plan, Subdivision
Variances
tFater Supply, Sanitary System
Roadwori~
Roadwork, Wetlands
Date
C. ZONING AND PLANNING INFORMATION
1. Does proposed action involve a planning or zoning decision? . X Yes __ No
If yes, indicate decision required:
X zoning amendment X zoning v.ariance X' special use permit ___X subdivision X site plan
__ new/revision of master plan ~ resource management plan X other LtFRP Consistency
2. What is the zoning classification(s) of the site? Multiple residential, commercial and special [oning
districts.
3. Wha_t i.s. the maximum potential developm, ent o'f'the site ~t' developed as permitted by the present zomng:~
~Juiltt out analysis will be performea as part of GEI$. '
4. What is the proposed zoning of the site? Possible changes to result from planning efforts.
5. What is the~ ~axim..um,po.t,e,ntia[ deve,lop, men. t, ofthe see if d.eveloped as permitted by the proposed
zoning? /~tternattve ouua out anatysis witt oe perTormea as part of GEIS
6. Is th,e proposed action consistent with the recommended uses in adopted local land use plans9
X ~es No '
7. What are the p_redominant land use(s) and zoning classifications within a 1/4 mile rad/us of proposed
action? Nlultiple ~oning, Town-wide
8. Is the proposed action compatible with adjoining/surrounding land uses within a 1/4 mile? Yes No
N/A --
9. If the proposed action is the subdivision of land, how many lots are proposed? N/A
a. What is the minimum lot size proposed? N/A
10.Wilt proposed action require any authorization(s) for the formation of sewer or water districts? · Yes X No
11.Will the proposed action create a demand for any community provided services (recreation, education,
police, fire protection)? Yes X No Potential specific needs will be addressed
a. If yes, is existing capacity sufficient to handle projected demand? ~ Yes __ No
12.Will the proposed action result in the generation of traffic significantly above present levels?
__ Yes X . No Planning efforts expected to reduce buildout traffia
a. If yes, is the existing road network adequate to handle the additional traffic? Yes
No
D. INFORMATIONAL DETAILS AND WATER SUPPLY NARRATIVE REQUEST
Attach any additional info,rrnation as may be needed to clarify your project. If there are or may be any
aaverse impacts associated with your proposal, please discuss such impacts and the measures which
you propose to mitigate or avoid them.
1. Provide explanation of existing site use, occupancy, structures, sanitary flow, water use; compare to
proposed use, occupancy, structures, sanitary flow, water use.
2. Indicate the source of water supply, nearest public water main, nearest public well field, and adjacent
private wells (if known).
3. If public water supply is proposed, indicate the ability of the water utility to provide water supply to
the project. Provide letter of water availability or detailed explanation of status of review by water
utility.
4. If private water supply is proposedl indicate the well specifications, water quality based on on-site
water quality data. Provide Suffolk County Department of Health Services approval or detailed
explanation of status of review by agency.
E. VERIFICATION
I certify that the information provided above is true to the best of my knowledge.
Applicant/Sponso,~.,fime. J%shua Horton Date /,/z5 ~R / z7:11
Si~a~ ~ ~ ~ _
If the aeon is in the Coastal Area, and You are a state agency, complete the Coastal Assessment
Form before proceeding with this assessment.
F. PREPARER
siNgna~re C3~~
Date
Title Mana~ing. Parmer
Town of Southold
Comprehensive Implementation Strategy
EAF Part 1
DESCRIPTION OF ACTION
The proposed project involves the evaluation and where appropriate implementation by the Southold Town Board
of the recommended planning and program tools and measures as described in the planning studies undertaken
within the Town over the past 20 years. The studies, plans and recommendations have been reviewed in terms of
current needs and Town goals to achieve the Town's vision as articulated in the following plans.
· Parks, Recreation & Open Space Survey (1982)
Town Master Plan Update and Background Studies (1984/85)
USflJK Countryside Stewardship Exchange Team (1991)
Long Island Comprehensive Special Groundwater Protection Area Plan (1992)
Town Affordable Housing policies and program (1993)
Fishers Island Growth Plan (1987-1994)
Southold Town Stewardship Task Force Study (1994)
· Seaview Trails of the North Fork (1995)
Peconic Estuary Program (1995)
Economic Development Plan, Town of Southold (1997)
Community Preservation Project Plan (July, 1998)
Southold Township: 2000 Planning Initiatives
· County Route 48 Corridor Land Use Study (1999)
· Farm and Farmland Protection Strategy (1999)
Town Water Supply Management & Watershed Protection Strategy (2000)
Scenic Southold Corridor Management Plan (2001)
· Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (2001)
· North Fork Travel Needs Assessment (2002)
· Blue Ribbon Commission for a Rural Southold, Final Report (July 14, 2002)
· Southold Town Code, Zoning Code and Zoning Map
These recommendations (consolidated and summarized in the attached table) would be considered by the Town
Board for implementation in the form of amendments to Town procedures, the Town Code and various Town
regulations, in conformance with the Town's Master Plan. As a result, the proposed project involves legislative
changes, with no specific physical changes proposed. The Town Board intends to initially consider all prior
recommendations with an emphasis on those that protect farmland, and open space, promote affordable housing;
maintain and enhance character of hamlet centers and preserve natural resources. The Board may prioritize,
narrow down or select implementation tools that best achieve the goals of the Town. The basic goals of the
above-referenced plans and studies include:
The Town's goal is to preserve land including open space, recreation and working landscapes.
The Town's goal is to preserve rural, cultural, historic character of the hamlets and surrounding
countryside.
The Toxvn's goal is to preserve its natural enviro~ament; to prevent further deterioration of resources
and to restore degraded resources back to pristine or near pristine quality.
The goal of the Town is to preserve and promote a range of housing and business opportunities that
would support a socio-economically diverse community.
The Town's goal is to increase transportation efficiency and to create attractive alternatives to
automobile travel, while preserving the scenic and historic attributes of the Town, State, County and
local roadways.
The Board will solicit inter-agency and public input, and will consider potential impacts under a public forum
provided through a Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) procedure. The proposed action will
provide a means to ensure that the above-listed Town goals will be achieved through a comprehensive, well-
established and well-considered land use decision-making framework.
e
IMPLEMENTATION TOOLS/MECHANISMS AND KEY GOALS MATRIX
Notn: Stals~s Cela~rm in!ended '~o iadical:c ~rograms oxis~ (E) ~nd will be reviewed and improvcd/¢nlmnced; or, are proposed to b~ created (P).
Rural Incentive DistzS¢-t/R/D (based on incentive zoning-; e~ehm~ge of bene~s, i.e. ~maN open space/i~ me for period ,of t~e N cxcha~g~ of PDR at appropriate yield/density) [ P X ._ X _[ X X
~5=Ulmral Overlay Dia~fict/A~ Zodng Ro~ow (ge~fi2 de~tio2 mid goals) ' [ p X I ~ X
A~ DisnSct Use/D~mie~ Pm'~oters (meehm~cs of zone; now essentially u~e as other residential zones) E ~ X
Re~ew Special Porn, it ~ovisions ( Wino r y-V~e y~d;.~ p_ kr~tand pm'~}~ .... g X
Re~ew Zon~g Code (~daory cluste~tg, recreational reqdmments, revise Si~ ~; review R-0, ~ diat2ct; water de~ndonl ua=~; accessory apa~monts, .~ at~dm'& (~xpimtions), E X X X X
B&B's, home occupations, discm~age a~shopping centers & fast food in ~, flag lets, encourage con~m~ driveways; change of use requirements) _ _-
Review ZonNg Map (Mmimek Creek, in~fiJ~n R~ute 25 w~m of ~'aenpm% ~ in ~eenpo~; w~tor de'endear u~s, ~ - repeal or exp~d) ~ X X
Review Sub~aion Rogula~ona (road re~'ements; ~ainago~; Infi>mtmotmf?) E _ I X __
Re~ew Hi.way Specifications goad roq~n~nts; ~ge; li~fing; inffa~mc~e) E X
Comervation SnI~tvlsion ~'o~'am (de Fmc ~d ~plemen; 75-80% [and ~ervation ~ou~ lmtd use tools and density r~duc~on) p X X
Planning h-cocas & Enca~age Commtlee/Agency Pa~ieipation (trapeze ¢'e-~b~ssion confer=nee, review ~pm~ntal org~i~tio~; review conm~geea; on~rgency smMee pro.der Nput) E X
Tr~far........ ofDewloEmont Ri~ts/Non~ont~aous ....... Clustm'N~ Development 1E~ts B~ (m~kmsm tbr ap~0yfiare domity retocatioWm~agement) P X X X X
hce~ttive Zonin.g~lanne~ Development Dis~ict Ord~mn~ (provide ~r flexible developmenff~¢ld in exeh~e of speei~ pubic benofits, i.e. aftbrdabl~ hcgsh~g, infi'aslruo~e, dedication, etc.) P X X
Tree ~e~l'vaffon ~ ~t removal of trees u~ess ~-ou~ ~ubdivisiow'site plm ro~ow; de~e ~ee size ~d applicabl~ acreage) F X , X X
Crlti~l Environmental Lands Ordinance (~oep slopes ~d asc~anants, shallow g'oundwater, well.ds, waterways; define ~br geld pm~oso~) p X
7EQ~gz~ Rehewmehslon ('[~List; possibly add See~e-B~t~ntal ~'eas) ] E X
Smnie By. Ways Overlay Develnpm~t Con~ols (Route 48/25; define co~dor 1000'/500'; reconcile t~ stmct~es; setbacks, ~ss, ~ohiteol~e; Conm~ttee r~view, SEQRA ~si~mtion) / P X X
A~admral Disrrlet Review~dncmion (A~ieul~e ~d Markets Law; enenura~_~ation; ~int~ ~xksting pa~ieip~tu) E [ X X
'C'~'eate General G~dnnee Documents ~esi~ Manual, tr~ortmien ~lgemonffk'aflio cal~ng, develop i~m~mfioa at--.aa; B~'s; ~oas a~e~s a~oomonts; side road acco~}~ X X X X
Na/m'~ Enxdromneut Education (ensure good qualiW a~hce~'~mmd ~rf~e waters; B~s; ~Mi ~mstal ernsio~ ~n~'ol; beach width mo~to~g) . X X
Wate~hed ~otecflon Zone/SGPA's (signagc. edncafional ~s~ibation materiaB, ii~c wi~ lmnl use controls) E X [ X X
Encourage us~ ofp~blic tr~o~e~on ¢elate to Trans~Xation M~agement Pi~; create hubs; ferry linl~ges; ~nery nAnNies) E ~ X
Transpmgafion Management PI~ ('Dmmpm~ation Comn~ssion; enmurag~ ~mnsport~ioWi~dea~5~ improvemenis; encourage public 2'anspo~ation; create hmz~et hubs; tbn'y li~ages, ~nm'y shuffles, p X
signage %est route lo"; work ~th L~R)
Economic Development ~m~ (manage tourism; conm~ereial fis~g; recreation~ boating; ~qae of agricultural oppommfies; ~iculmre; capi~l improvement progrmn; B&B's, network of visitor p X X
E X
Jmprove Water~ont Ae~ss (aeq~silions; obt~m~tain; inventmy To~ [~d ~d improw}
A~stm'P~ ofTowa-wide Si.~ific~ (inventory T~wa lan~, c_qntbm~an; pnbhe beach, quatiW N~provements) E X X
Pr~ofi~zo mid Snpplm~nl CP~ (additional aequisg~ns; seenie by-xvaD acquisitions; sensitive [~d; prioritize) E X
P x
.......Aflbr~bl~ Hous~ .~aPolio co ya hic/thie/t ee dlVel'slidlvei'sit ,~tar ets alld new devehlpl~nt~ l~viow evul'y, 2-5 yoarw~-, pl'ovide Incentives, accessory apts. I]~noi~ assis~llco; Housing Authority) p ~ X
~on~n~ato ~velopment in Hm~ots (dc~ h~fl~ts; en~re appropriate ~ffasmom'e; ~rdable housing; li~ with Nad use machmds~/toois~meut prom'~ raffle c~ln~ng) E --- X ~X X X
P~k DimNegSckool Dis~t Bo~d~cs CouIb~i~ (dete~ need and ~coneile distfioB) E X
U~dat~ Park l~yen~J~ mzd M~ag?ment Pla~ (pNor 1980 stagy needs npdming; input Nrc GJ8; ~age recreational ~som~a) E --X __
~reate = Pm'ks ~d Recreation Deponent (~ge E~k~, remoafion~ msour~s, nunmhumh ~tmdes) p X
Sm~c B -Wi i' M~a ement Pm mn (Routo 48~oute 25~&~b~, l~ wit~ Overlay for stmtdar~idelNeWl~d m~ ca~tmls) p X X X
Tra~ Nvontory/rrail Cmmi~oe/Bikewa~ ~r~on Cm~saion oxi~s, determine appropriate ~t~ee; Nwntury, Npat i~to GIS, nmage, traflhead dk*efionaI Nfomtion N ho~a) P X X
)~ventmy mdM~a~C~tr~l Remurces (arehaeoto~eally se~i~vo ~eas ~stofio Dis~ot desi~afian plaques; l.ndm~k desi~aNoa; input into
~'ehiteetuml Re~ow Bo~d and ~sign P~met~detem~ne need; establish body; generic ~id~; integrate into I~d
S~c Advisory Body (dotam~na need fbr new Core.tree ~$e s~o ~dm, to~-wido s~nio mso~) p X
Hm~s~~ Asg~~~ Fork Hot~s~ ~hance; re~ew other oppot~ities based on 1993 repmt ~d Up.ted ~ordablc Hous~g Policy) E X /
Develop Wmer Su~Iy M~¢r Pi~ (To~ Nvolvement, SCWA prepmag; ~mge hi~as~otm, e with ~or agencies) F~ X
Emergency Prophetess (~o~awat~r ~ntamNaioa &coOt ~age~nt; ¢~tau a~q~to emergency services (police, ~'e, mb~mcu); flood hazed ~tigaSon plm; erosion) E X
S~¢s, ~y m'o, ~alsonwhe~ls. ~ches, lib~es) E X
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Town of Southold
Comprehensive Implementation Strategy
EAF Part 1
DESCRIPTION OF ACTION
The proposed project involves the evaluation and where appropriate implementation by the Southold Town Board
of the recommended planning and program tools and measures as described in the planning studies undertaken
within the Town over the past 20 years. The studies, plans and recommendations have been reviewed in terms of
current needs and Town goals to achieve the Town's vision as articulated in the following plans.
Parks, Recreation & Open Space Survey (1982)
Town Master Plan Update and Background Studies (1984/85)
· US/UK Countryside Stewardship Exchange Team (1991)
· Long Island Comprehensive Special Groundwater Protection Area Plan (1992)
· Town Affordable Housing policies and program (1993)
· Fishers Island Growth Plan (1987-1994)
· Southold Town Stewardship Task Force Study (1994)
· Seaview Trails of the North Fork (1995)
· Peconic Estuary Program (1995)
· Economic Development Plan, Town of Southold (1997)
· Community Preservation Project Plan (July, 1998)
· Southold Township: 2000 Planning Initiatives
· County Route 48 Corridor Land Use Study (1999)
· Farm and Farmland Protection Strategy (1999)
· Town Water Supply Management & Watershed Protection Strategy (2000)
Scenic Southold Corridor Management Plan (2001)
· Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (2001)
· North Fork Travel Needs Assessment (2002)
· Blue Ribbon Commission for a Rural Southold, Final Report (July 14, 2002)
· Southold Town Code, Zoning Code and Zoning Map
These recommendations (consolidated and summarized in the attached table) would be considered by the Town
Board for implementation in the form of amendments to Town procedures, the Town Code and various Town
regulations, in conformance with the Town's Master Plan. As a result, the proposed project involves legislative
changes, with no specific physical changes proposed. The Town Board intends to initially consider all prior
recommendations with an emphasis on those that protect farmland, and open space, promote affordable housing;
maintain and enhance character of hamlet centers and preserve natural resources. The Board may prioritize,
narrow down or select implementation tools that best achieve the goals of the Town. The basic goals of the
above-referenced plans and studies include:
The Town's goal is to preserve land including open space, recreation and working landscapes.
The Town's goal is to preserve rural, cultural, historic character of the hamlets and surrounding
countryside.
The To;vn's goal is to preserve its natural environment; to prevent further deterioration of resources
and to restore degraded resources back to pristine or near pristine quality.
The goal of the Town is to preserve and promote a range of housing and business opportunities that
would support a socio-economically diverse community.
The Town's goal is to increase transportation efficiency and to create attractive alternatives to
automobile travel, while preserving the scenic and historic attributes of the Town, State, County and
local roadways.
The Board will solicit inter-agency and public input, and will consider potential impacts under a public forum
provided through a Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) procedure. The proposed action will
provide a means to ensure that the above-listed Town goals will be achieved through a comprehensive, well-
established and well-considered land use decision-making framework.
SEQRA POSITIVE DECLARATION
Notice of Intent to Prepare a Draft Generic EIS
Determination of SignifiCance
;Lead Agency:
Town of Southold
Town Board
Contact:
Hon. Joshua Horton, Supervisor
Address:
Town Hall
53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971
Date: January 7, 2003
This notice is issued pursuant to 6 NYCRR Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining
to Article 8 (State Environmental Quality Review Act - SEQRA) of the Environmental
Conservation Law and Chapter 44 of the Town Code of the Towaa of Southold.
The lead agency has determined that the proposed action described below may have a significant
effect on the environment and that a Draft Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GELS) will
be prepared.
Title of Action:
Town of Southold
Comprehensive Implementation Strategy
SEQR Status:
Type I Action
Description of Action:
The proposed project involves the evaluation and where appropriate
implementation by the Southold Town Board of the recommended
planning and program tools and measures as described in the planning
studies undertaken within the Town over the past 20 years. The
studies, plans and recommendations have been reviewed in terms of
current needs and Town goals to achieve the Town's vision as
articulated in the following plans.
Parks, Recreation & Open Space Survey (1982)
Town Master Plan Update and Background Studies (1984/85)
US/UK Countryside Stewardship Exchange Team (1991)
Long Island Comprehensive Special Ground;vater Protection Area Plan
· Town Affordable Housing policies and program (1993)
· Fishers Island Growth Plan (1987-1994)
· Southold Town Stewardship Task Force Study (1994)
· Seaview Trails of the North Fork (1995)
· Peconic Estuary Program (1995)
· Economic Development Plan, Town of Southold (1997)
· Community Preservation Project Plan (July, 1998)
Location:
SCTM No. :
Determination of Significance
Town Comprehensive Implementation Strategy
Southold Township: 2000 Planning Initiatives
County Route 48 Corridor Land Use Study (1999)
· Farm and Farmland Protection Strategy (1999)
· Town Water Supply Management & Watershed Protection Strategy (20
· Scenic Southold Corridor Management Plan (2001)
· Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (2001)
· North Fork Travel Needs Assessment (2002)
· Blue Ribbon Commission for a Rural Southold, Final Report (July 14, 5
Southold Town Code, Zoning Code and Zoning Map
These recommendations (consolidated and summarized in the attached
table) would be considered by the Town Board for implementation in
the form of amendments to Town procedures, the Town Code and
various Town regulations, in conformance with the Town's Master
Plan. As a result, the proposed project involves legislative changes,
with no specific physical changes proposed. The Town Board intends
to initially consider all prior recommendations with an emphasis on
those that protect farmland, and open space, promote affordable
housing and preserve natural resources. The Board may prioritize,
narrow down or select implementation tools that best achieve the goals
of the Town. The basic goals of the above-referenced plans and studies
include:
· The Town's goal is to preserve land including open space, recreation
and working landscapes.
· The Town's goal is to preserve rural, cultural, historic character of the
hamlets and surrounding countryside.
· The Town's goal is to preserve its natural environment; to prevent
further deterioration of resources and to restore degraded resources
back to pristine or near pristine quality.
° The goal of the Town is to preserve and promote a range of housing
and business opportunities that would support a socio-economically
diverse community.
° The Town's goal is to increase transportation efficiency and to create
attractive alternatives to automobile travel, while preserving the scenic
and historic attributes of the Town, State, County and local roadways.
The Board will solicit inter-agency and public input, and will consider
potential impacts under a public forum provided through a Generic
Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) procedure. The proposed
action will provide a means to ensure that the above-listed Town goals
will be achieved through a comprehensive, well-established and well-
considered land use decision-making framework.
The proposed action ~vould apply to the entire Town.
All of District 1000
Determination of Significance
Town Comprehensive Implementation Strategy
Reasons Supporting This Determination:
The proposed project involves the evaluation and where appropriate implementation of 20 years of
planning recommendations in a comprehensive manner and consistent with current Town needs~ By
virtue of the fact that the initiative is intended to implement the past planning studies of the Town, it
is consistent with the Town Comprehensive Plan which includes the zoning code and building zone
map, zoning decisions, goals, legislative actions and the record of decisions that forms the Town's
direction in terms of achieving its vision. The action is not expected to cause significant adverse
impacts, since it advances the goals of the Town. However, the action is of Town-wide significance,
and does involve changes to natural and human resources. In addition, since the action is a Town-
wide initiative, it is determined to be a Type I action pursuant to SEQRA Part 617, and therefore is
more likely to require an environmental impact statement. Finally, since the action will affect
property, resources and the shaping of the Town's future, it is prudent to perform a Generic
Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS). As a result, the considerations noted above, and the
following potential impacts are identified as the Reasons Supporting This Determination:
The application has been reviewed pursuant to the Criteria for Determination of Significance
contained in Part 617.7. Consideration has been given to information supplied by the applicant
including a Part 1 Environmental Assessment Form.
The proposed action may result in impacts to the natural and human resources of the Town,
individually, cumulatively or synergistically. Zone changes and/or Town Code revisions may be
necessary to implement recommendations.
The action may set a precedent with regard to the growth and character of the Town and/or
individual communities.
For Further Information Contact:
Greg Yakaboski, Esq., Town Attorney
Town Hall, 53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971
Telephone: (631) 765-1889
Copies of this Notice Sent to:
Town of Southold Supervisor's Office
Town Clerk of the Town of Southold
Town of Southold Planning Board
Town of Southold Zoning Board of Appeals
Town of Southold Town Trustees
Suffolk County Dept. of Health Services
Suffolk County Dept. of Public Works
Suffolk County Water Authority
Suffolk County Planning Commission
NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation, Commissioner, Albany
NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation, Regional Office at Stony Brook
NYS Dept. of Transportation
NYS Dept. of State
US Army Corps of Engineers
Inc. Village of Greenport
Towns of Riverhead, Southampton and Shelter Island
Parties of Interest Officially on Record with the Town Clerk (if applicable)
IMPLEMENTATION TOOLS/MECHANISMS AND I(EY GO.~d.S MATRIX
This labia reproach'rs a censoiid~rhm of the recemmendatkms e ['tllannin [ reports and studios over the past 20 years (43 specific recommendations); saute measures may apply to lnore tha11 oak sub-category, the most applicable subcategory was chosen as tools/mechanisms are listed only anco;
if each of these m¢chanisrns/tools were implemented, the T~wn govemmeaml/edtm~fiona~Jseci~-I fi'amework weald be consistent with the comprehensive plan aa de[hued hy past iultiativPs and musanusndations, thus implementing the planning reports and studies of the past 20 years;
the san'ant need thr cellaia measures an& their urgency based on caaTent Panditions must still be determined, alld policy decisions ¢oncerldug implementation must still be nx~de,
Ne[e: Slams Colurm~ in!ended to indicate progranm exist (E) and will be reviewed and iagrroved/enhanced; or, ar~ proposed to be created (P),
Rural Incentive D'J. ett%t/RID (based on incentive zoa~ o~xPhange of benefits, i.e. maintaIn open spaPe/thrm uae tbr pex4od oftlnre tn exchange of PDR at appropriate yield/dansity)
Agr/oultaral Overlay Distriot/A-C Zonin~ R~v/ew (geographic do fin/tinn and goals)
A~2 Dis~tt4ct UsefDimcnsional Pm'amaters (rnechaufics of zone; now essentially same as other residemial zonce)
(Winory-Vineym'd; aduo~uate farmstead parking)
Review Zen/nd Code (mandatury ¢luste.--h~g, recreational requirements, revise Sign Ordinance; review 1%0, LB district; water dependent uses; accessory spin,manta, AHD standm'~ (oxpiratianu),
B&B's, home occupations, discourage strip shopping center's & fast food in HB, flag tots, encourage common driveways; change of use requ/rements)
Review Zen/nd Map (Matfi~¢k C~eek, industrial on ReuSe 25 west of Gree~port, I413 ie Groanport; water dependent u~s, AHD - repeal or expand)
Rev/--~w Subdivision R~gnlations (road requirernonts;~ainage; lighting; infi-astrustm'e) ' -
uixements; drainage; [/~Irt~g; infi'usU~crt~r~)
Zonservation Snbdivision_ln~_'o kc'am (de fmc and/mplm?nt 75 ~80% land preservation through land usa tools and density r~dnotion)
PrOc.ss & ~ucom'ago Ccmmittee/_Agency Partieipatin_a (fonml/ze Fa'e-submission conference, review depm'[mental organization; review committees
Transfer of i~e?~nuant Rights/Non-Configaoas Clustm'k~g/Development Rights Bank (mechanism ~hr appropn~'ate duusity relocation/management)
(provide Br flexihle deveh~jLmunffy~eld h~ exuhange of special public b~nofits, i,o. af~brdable hous/n~, infi.astrusture, dedication, etc.)
(limit removal of £rees unless dn.ough subdivision/site plan rev/ow; de~:e tree size and_applicable aeraa$e) --
Crlfical Environmental Lands Ordinm:%e (steep slopes and esc~rz~nts, shalio~.w gt'oundwator, wetlm~ds, waterways; define lbr ~eld purp_oses)
ie w/Revision (Type I .List', possibly add Seanic-Bywatys; Critleal .Eaviroxzmental Areas)
Route 48/25; define corddur 1000'/500'; reconcile thrm strnctm-es; so,backs, rnass~ architecture; ConmSttee review
(Agriculture amd Markets Law; encourage participation; mainta/n exksti~ng par[ie/.pants)
Create Cnmeral Guidance Documents CDosi~ Mamua[, trausport~tjo~_n~mgemant/tl'~al~t~e cakning, develop illumiaa~on staudards; BMPs; ca'ass access agreements; aide road access)
Natural Env/romnont Eduantioa (eusm'e good quality ~vn,t'ace/ground sm'fa~ waters; BMPs; IPM; coastal omalon control; beach width rnonitorh~g)
Watershed Protect/on Zone?SGPA's (s~_nage, edusahanat di~aibntion materials, link with land use controls)
~_emPnt Plan; create hubs; ferry liul~gos; vAnery shattlo..s)
Trauspor~ation Management Plan (Transpm'mtion Commission; encourage trmnsportahun/pedestrian improvemcots; encuurage public n~usportatioa; create hamlet hubs; ferry i/nkagea, winery shuttles,
work with LIRR)
EPanomic Development PIat~ (manage tourism; cmmnemial flstdng; recreational beating; mfiq. ue of agricultural opporamities; nmrioultura; capital improvement progrmn; B&B's, network of visitor
een~ers)
(usqrdsitions; obtain/n~aintain;/nventmw' Town land and knpmvo)
~.dmin/ster Parks- of Town-wide Si b. xu ncm~c~ ' fiPanPe (invantor 72.T°wu land, conform to park plan; public beach _quality huprovemonts)
Prioritize and Supplerr~n! CPPP (additional[ aeqtfi, si~on~; scenic by-ways aequiallione; sensitiw land_prioritize)
AfIbrdable Housing Policy (gangraphi~tn.~p~e diversity, targets amd new development, ~view evenT, 2-5 yours; Fo~de ~ccntiws, accessory apts., fi~cia assistance; Houshtg Authority)
Cbn~n~ato ~vulopmant ~ H~ets ~ofme h~ots; enmrc approp~4ate hffas~c~-o; affordable hous~; Ii~ with
P~k Dis~ct/School Dis~[ct Boun~ries ConZb~ty (dete~e used and reconcile df~fiots)
i and M~agement Pi~ 1980 study needs u~dg~g; input ~in GJS; ~a~ recreation~ msoumos)
CraZe a Pm-ks ~d Rem'caren Depmlment (~mge pm'~, recreational resource, non.hutch ~moteries)
~r~spm~atlon Comssion o~s, data. ne ~proFiate ~ttee; ~ventc[~mput into GIS, mego, ~aflhead dkusfianal ~ fomtian ~ klnO~)
~ventory ~d M~ag~ C~t~al Rusom'ces (m'chaeolo~cally sensitive re'ess; ~stofic Dis~ct dusi~afien; plaques; tmd~k dos[~nn: ~put into G~ ~ge)
~ehimctural Review Bo~d md ~si~ P~moters (dateline need; estabIiah body.?rote ~idm~; integrate into l~d u~ mhow process)
~ need ~ s~c eom'i&t~ tc~-Mde scenic roseola)
F~eiaI ~slst~e~h'o~'~ ~o~ Fork HoUSed ~li~ee; renew other o~rt~ties b~ed an 1993 repm~ and Up.ted ~ordablo Housed Policy)
~ M~er PI~ (Tom ~volvement, SCWA ~x[~adng; ~usgo ~a~totm'e with off,or aganeio0
~bflme~); flood hazed ~tiga~on pl~; erosion)
e~e, adequate ~m~ity facilities, ~y ~'o, ~als on wkeoI~, ~urohes, libmes)
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SOUTHOLD COMPREHENSIVE IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY
Southold Town Board Action
January 7, 2003
This document provides an outline for use by the Town of Southold Town Board (as Lead
Agency) in determining the content and format of the Draft Generic Environmental Impact
Statement (Draft GEIS), for the proposed action known as the Southold Comprehensive
Implementation Strategy (SCIS).
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ACTION
The proposed action involves the ~valuation and where appropriate implementation by the Southold
Town Board of the recommended planning and program tools and measures as described in fhe planning
studies undertaken within the Town over the past 20 years. The studies, plans and recommendations
have been reviewed in terms of current needs and Town goals to achieve the Town's vision as
articulated in the following plans.
Parks, Recreation & Open Space Survey (1982)
Town Master Plan Update (1985)
Fishers Island Growth Plan (1987-1994)
US/UK Countryside Stewardship Exchange Team (1991)
Long Island Comprehensive Special Groundwater Protection Area Plan (1992)
Town Affordable Housing policies and program (1993)
Southold Town Stewardship Task Force Study (1994)
Seaview Trails of the North Fork (1995)
Peconic Estuary Program (1995)
Economic Development Plan, Town of Southold (1997)
Community Preservation Project Plan (July, 1998)
Southold Township: 2000 Planning Initiatives
County Route 48 Corridor Land Use Study (1999)
Farm and Farmland Protection Strategy (1999)
Town Water Supply Management & Watershed Protection Strategy (2000)
Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (2001)
Scenic Southold Corridor Management Plan (2001)
North Fork Travel Needs Assessment (2002)
Blue Ribbon Commission for a Rural Southold, Final Report (July 14, 2002)
These recommendations (consolidated and summarized in the attached table at the end of this document)
would be considered by the Town Board for implementation in the form of amendments to Town
procedures, the Town Code and various Town regulations, in conformance with the Town's Master
Plan. As a result, the proposed project involves legislative changes, with no specific physical changes
proposed. The Town Board intends to initially consider all prior reCommendations with an emphasis on
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those that protect farmland, and open space, promote affordable housing and preserve natural resources.
The Board may prioritize, narrow down or select implementation tools that best achieve the goals of the
Town. The basic goals of the above-referenced plans and studies include:
The Town's goal is to preserve land including open space, recreation and working landscapes.
The Town's goal is to preserve rural, cultural, historic character of the hamlets and surrounding
countryside.
The Town's goal is to preserve its natural environment; to prevent further deterioration of resources
and to restore degraded resources back to pristine or near pristine quality.
The goal of the Town is to preserve and promote a range of housing and business opportunities that
would sUpport a socio-economically diverse community.
The Town's goal is to increase transportation efficiency and to create attractive alternatives to
automobile travel, while preserving the scenic and histor/c attributes of the Town, State, County and
local roadways.
The Board will solicit inter-agency and public input, and will consider potential impacts under a
public forum provided through a Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GELS) procedure.
The proposed action will provide a means to ensure that the above-listed Town goals will be
achieved through a comprehensive, well-established and well-considered land use decision-
making framework.
FORMAT AND CONTENT OF DEIS
COVER SHEET (Indicate that the document is a "Draft" GEIS; name of project, location of
action, name and address of Lead Agency, as well as name, title and telephone number of
contact person at the Lead Agency; names, addresses and contact information of all persons or
organizations contributing to the document; date of acceptance of the document by the Lead
Agency; and date by which written comments on the document are to be received by the Lead
Agency)
SUMMARY (Provide brief summary of the proposed action, to include: location of the Town of
Southold, the need for and benefits of the action, a description of the action, the anticipated
significant adverse impacts of the action, corresponding mitigation measures of those impacts,
alternatives considered, and the permits and approvals required to implement the action.)
1.0
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ACTION
1.1 Project Purpose, Need and Benefits
1.1.1 Background and History (Provide brief description of the existing pattern
of land use within the Town. Describe the various Town, county, NYS and
private planning efforts in regard to land use decision-making, and the
interrelationships between these plans and the agencies proposing or
implementing each. Discuss the forces and/or conditions which have
caused this effort to be proposed at the present time. Describe GEIS
process as it pertains to this action)
1.1.2 Public Need and Municipality Obi ectives (Justify proposed action in terms
ofT own goals. Discuss the need for this action and fulfillment of public
desires.)
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1.1.3 Benefits of the Project (Provide brief listing~discussion of &e benefits to
accrue from the proposed action. Discuss the logic and rationale for the
choices being addressed)
Location (Indicate that proposed action is applicable within all of Town.
Describe locations of individual types of land uses as distributed within Town, in
terms of roadway access, the various zones, districts, utility services, etc.)
Description of the Proposed Action
Additional Action Thresholds (Provide thresholds and conditions that would
trigger the need for supplemental determinations of significance or site specific
ElS 's.
Permits and Approvals Required (Provide brief discussion of the remaining
SEQRA processes and review stages required for the proposed action; list all
required permits, reviews and approvals.)
2.0
ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING
2.1 Geological Resources (Provide information on the existing soil, subsurface and
topographic conditions of the Town, particularly in regard to those
characteristics pertinent to suitability of the soils to support the uses resulting
from the proposed action.)
2.2 Water Resources (Describe current status of groundwater quality, quantity,
elevation and flow direction in the Town. Provide information on Town surface
water bodies.)
2.3 Ecological Resources (Describe/discuss the existing vegetation resources of the
Town, including habitats found, acreages of each habitat type, significant species
and/or habitats found, etc. Describe/discuss wildlife species found or anticipated,
based on habitats found, significance of wildlife species found, etc. Identify
wetlands and unique habitat linkages. Document contact with NY Natural
Heritage Program and findings regarding unique habitats, species, or
information recorded in their files).
2.4 Transportation (Describe the existing roadway characteristics and levels of
congestion at pertinent intersections and roadway segments in the Town. Present
information on current types, levels of usage and routes of public transit
resources serving the Town, and document road improvement plans)
2.5 Air Resources (Describe/discuss existing meteorological and climate
characteristics of the Town, air quality in the Town, and briefly describe the
applicable air quality standards and regulations.)
2.6 Land Use, Zoning and Plans (Describe current land use and zoning patterns in
the Town. Describe/discuss the various land use plans, studies, etc., on which the
proposed action is based, along with the recommendations of each.)
2.7 Demography (Provide description/discussion of the existing and anticipated
demographic characteristics of the Town, including population size, households,
income and other relevant data. Perform build-out analysis of the Town based on
current zoning, to predict population and describe future conditions)
2.8 Community Services (Provide information on the current status of the following
public/community services which serve the Town):
· public schools
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2.10
2.11
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policeprotection
fireprotection
recreation
local government
Infrastructure (Provide information
infrastructural elements):
on the current status of the following
solid waste removal and handling, including recycling
water supply
sewage & wastewater treatment
electricity
natural gas, ( if available)
Telephone/Cable TV
Community Character (Describe the existing and emerging character of the
community. Describe the visual character of the Town, for observers along
bordering roadways and from other public vantage points, for: hamlets, rural
areas, and the transition areas between hamlets and rural areas.)
Cultural Resources (Describe/discuss the history of .the Town and the
established and potential for the presence of signi.)qcant pre-historic or historic
and/or archaeological resources.)
Economic/Fiscal Conditions (Provide information on the current tax generation
and economic characteristics of the Town and the allocation of taxes to the
various taxing jurisdictions. Identify and evaluate various economic sectors
within the community, major employers and sources of jobs.)
3.0
SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS (A build-out analysis of the Town will be
performed, based on recommended changes in' the land use decision-making framework.
Where appropriate, specific reference to resource areas will be discussed'as provided
below.)
3.1 RESOURCE IMPACTS
3.1.1 Geological Resources (The potential for erosion during construction, the ability
of the soils to accommodate development, and potential changes in the
topographic contours should be addressed)
3.1.2 Water Resources (The anticipated impacts on the volume and quality of
recharge generated, and its impact on existing groundwater qual/ty, quantity,
groundwater flow direction and water table contours will be addressed. In
addition, the potential for groundwater or surface water impact to the existing
surface waters will be discussed.)
3.1.3 Ecological Resources (The amount, extent and character of natural vegetation to
be affected, and its habitat value, will be discussed and analyzed. The impact on
existing species, as well as the potential for rare or endangered species and
potential impacts to these species will be discussed.)
3.1.4 Transportation (The impact of the anticipated changes in traffic patterns will be
addressed. The document will also address the need for and impacts of the
roadway improvements made necessary by the proposed action, and any changes
in transportation methods, including public transi0
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3.1.5
3.1.6
3.1.7
3.1.8
3.1.9
3.1.10
3.1.11
3.1.12
3.1.13
Air Resources (The potential for impact to air quality from changes in
development patterns and densities, as well as from the traffic changes, will be
addressed.)
Land Use, Zoning and Plans (Discuss the impacts of implementing the various
recommendations on the land use and zoning patterns in the Town.)
Demography (Provide description/discussion of the changes in Townwide
demographic characteristics due to implementation of the proposed action.)
Community Services (Discuss the increased need for public services and the
impact on these services due to the proposed action. Comments provided by each
community service provider, if any, will be included and addressed in the
preparation of this section.)
Infrastructure (address the changed demand on infrastructure resources
resulting from implementing the proposed action)
Community Character (Address the changes in the visual character of the Town
due to the proposed action. Discussion of impacts to the various hamlets and
downtown or local commercial centers will be provided. )
Cultural Resources (Discuss the potential impact on cultural resources due to
th e proposed action.)
Economic/Fiscal Conditions (Provide discussion of the anticipated impacts of
the proposed action on the economic pattern and level of economic activity in the
various geographic and economic sectors of the Town.)
Use and Conservation of Energy (Discuss how the proposed action will impact
the use and conservation of energy resources within the Town.)
3.2Cumulative Impacts
('Indicate other pending development applications in the Town,
cumulative impacts in conjunction with those of the proposed action).
and analyze their
3.3 Secondary Impacts
(Describe secondary or indirect impacts that will result from the proposed action).
3.4 Long Term Impacts
(Address impacts that might be expected to occur over a long period of time, resulting
from the incremental execution of various elements of the proposed action).
MITIGATION MEASURES
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
4.11
Geological Resources
Water Resources
Ecological Resources
Transportation
Air Resources
Land Use, Zoning and Plans
Demography
Community Services
Community Character/
Cultural Resources
Economic/Fiscal Conditions
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5.0
6.0
8.0
9.0
ADVERSE IMPACTS THAT CANNOT BE AVOIDED (Provide listing of those adverse
environmental impacts described/discussed previously which are anticipated to occur,
which cannot be completely mitigated.)
IRREVERSIBLE AND IRRETRIEVABLE COMMITMENT OF RESOURCES (Provide listing of
the various environmental and human resources which will be permanently committed to
the proposed action.)
GROWTH-INDUCING ASPECTS (Describe and discuss those aspects of the proposed
action which may result in additional growth and/or development in the Town, due
directly to the proposed action, or indirectly as a result of changes in the community
which are caused by the proposed action. The document will consider growth that is
related to the proposed action such as infrastructure improvements, utilities, job
creation, etc. to the extent that the project will be linked with such growth in the area.
The potential for additional development in downtowns, local commercial centers and
communities outside the project vicinity will be included. Identify "triggers" that will
cause growth)
IMPACTS ON THE USE AND CONSERVATION OF ENERGY RESOURCES
ALTERNATIVES
9.1 No Action (The current land use decision-making framework of the Town
remains in its current condition, based on build-out analysis prepared in Section
3.¢
9.2 Mitigative Strategies
9.2.1
9.2.2
9.2.3
9.2.4
9.2.5
Provide for Land Preservation including Open Space & Farmland
Maintain & Enhance Rural & Cultural Character
Preserve the Town's Natural Environment
Provide a Sound Socio-Economic Environment for Residents &
Businesses
Ensure Adequate Transportation Infrastructure
EXTENT AND QUALITY OF INFORMATION NEEDED
The SEQRA process and the Draft GEIS prepared in conformance with this scope are intended
to provide comprehensive and important information in the decision-making process for use by
involved agencies in preparing their own supplemental findings and issuing decisions on their
respective permits. The document will be concise but thorough, well documented, accurate, and
consistent. Studies for traffic, cultural resources (if any), and other aspects of the project,
prepared by qualified specialists, will be appended and referenced. Technical information may be
summarized in the body of the document and attached in a separate appendix. All pertinent
correspondence utilized in the document will be contained in appendices, as well as excerpts of
pertinent publicly available materials.
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INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN APPENDICES
All pertinent information and correspondence included, presented or discussed in the document,
shall be included in appendices subdivided for ease of reference. Such appendices may include,
but not be limited to: economic impact analysis, groundwater and air quality data and modeling
results, and engineering studies, maps, plans, regulations, etc.
ISSUES DEEMED NOT RELEVANT~ NOT ENVIRONMENTALLY SIGNIFICANT OR
ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED IN A PRIOR ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This section is required for a complete scoping document under SEQRA.
In regard to the appropriateness of economic analysis on business operations, SEQRA is quite
clear. As stated in The SEQR Handbook (NYSDEC, November 1992, pg. 60), such an analysis
is not appropriate for analysis in an environmental impact statement:
Are there economic or social factors that are inappropriate for inclusion in an ElS?
The potential effects that a proposed project may have in drawing customers and profits
away from established enterprises or in reducing property values in a community may not
be considered under SEQR. Potential economic disadvantage caused by competition or
speculative economic losses are not environmental factors.
In summary, it is not intended nor required that a DEIS address the potential impact of the
proposed project on the business operations of any similar retail businesses in the vicinity those,
of a similar size or type or otherwise, or what would be considered competition between
businesses.
No other issues have been identified to date. This applicant's intent is to thoroughly disclose and
analyze potential impacts associated with the proposed project. This draft scope will be subject
to the scoping process in conformance with SEQRA Part 617.8, followed by the issuance of a
final scope by the lead agency.
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IMPLElVlEhrTATION TOOLS/iM~ECHAN1SMS AND ICEY GO.~[,S MATRIX
This table represents a consolidatnou of the rece~rmlsndationa of planning reports and stndi~ over the pest 20 years (43 specific reconnnendationa); some measures may apply to more than on~ sab-cat~gory, the most applicable subcategory w~ chosen as roolshnechanbms are listed only alice;
if each of these mechanisms/tools were implemmlted, tile 'Pawn g ovemmental/educatimt al/social fi'am~work wottld be consistent vAth th~ eomprehmmive plan as defined by past initiative~ and recommendations, ~us implementing rh¢ pla,ming reports and studies of d~e past 20 ysar~;
tile current need tbr certain measures and their m'gelmy ~ased on cul~cent ~onditions must still be d.term/ned, and policy decisiort~ ¢onceralng implementation must still be nmde.
Note: Status Coltlii!!l intended to bdie~tte programs ~xist (E) and will be reviewed and insrovsd/enhan¢~dl or, are proposed m be created (P),
~ 5 -Aero Wzoning (A4~ District * .... vide or sl~oific m'ea) ] PX X ~ X X
Rural ~ntive ~s~Sc~ (ba~d on in~ntive zon~g exchange of benefits, t,o. r~ma~ open apae~/t~ use tbr peDSo9 of t~ ~ ¢xsh~ge cf PDR at appropriate yiol~d~na~ty)} p X5~ X X
~-4ctatm~ Overlay Dimficl/A~ Zo~kg R~ew (geo~ap~e de~tion ~d ~oals) P X X
A*C Di~iet Use~e~io~ Pm'~ters (mechmfics of zone; now essenti~ly a~¢ aa oth~ residential zones) , E X X
Re~ew S~ei~ Pe~2 ~ovisiens (W~ery-V~ey~d a~qua~ fa~tmd per. g) ' ' ' E ' X
Re~ow Zon~g Code (~datory eluste~g, recreational req~mments, re.se Si~ ~; re~4ew R-0, ~ d/strict; water de~ndent us¢~; accessory apar~gn~, ~ ~t~'~ (exsmtion~),
B&B's, hmne occupations. ~soo~age s~p shopping centers & f~t Bad h ~, flag lots encourage con. on ~veways change of use requirements) E X X X X
Review Zm~ (MaRi~ck Cme~ ~&~fi~ on Route 25 w~st of'~eenpo~, ~ ~n ~eenpo~; water dependent u~a, ~ - repeal or *xpmd) E X X
ReMew ~wa7 Specificat~on~ Seed roq~n~nts; ~age; H~fing; inS'ammc~e) E X
~?~ervation Sa~sion ~m (de,he md ~plomem 75-80~ land preservation ~ou~ lind u~e tool~ and density reduction) P X X
Pla~ing ~e~s & Enco~ag~ Co~n6e/Agenoy Pa~ielpafion (fom~e~ubms~on conference, review &pmntal orgmimtion; r~ow eom~oos; e~rgenc7 ~mw~ae prohder ~put] H , X
Tr~fer ofDevelo~ent ~Ia~on~onti[uous Clustmm~ Development ~zts B~ (m~haMsm lhr appropriata ~nsit7 reloeatio~m~agemen0 P X ~ X X
In~ntive Zo~Immed Development ]3~ et Ordh~ (provide foE flexible d~veI~p~nff~eld ~ exch~ge of speei~ public b~n~fits, i.e. affordabl~ haus~g, infi'astme~e, dedi~tion, eta.) P X X
Jme ~rvafion Ord~ ¢~t mmovai of ~z~s ~eas~'ou~ 8ub~visio~sita pl~ rohow~ de~ ~ee si~ ~d appllcab e acreage) P X X X
Critiml Enfimm~nt~ Lands O~d~m~ (~eep slopes ~d esc~mnts, shallo~'omdwater, we~I~ds, waterways; deSne tbr ~eld pmyoaes) P X
2S~'din~ ~o w/Xo~aion (T~ I Liar; possibly add S ee~c-~a~; C~ti~]. ~vkomental ~'eas) ~1 E
~Hh~'~¢S~nic By-Wow Overlay Devetonment Con.als (Roam 48~5' del~e co.dar 1000V500" reconcile~?~mc~es; ............................. setbacks, ~ss, ~hiteet~e; Co~ee rev ow, SEQ~ ~si~a:ion)~i~. P X ~ x ] X
A~oui~al Db~et Re~w~dueafion (A~cal~e ~d M~kets Law; encom'ag~fcipatfon; ~intaM exLsthtg pa~ici¢~fs) E X X
Create ~no~ ~dan~ Documents ~si~ M~m[, tr~.~on t~gemenffh'affic cal~g develop illumination stoa; B~s; ~oss a~oss a~cemcnts; side 'o~ a~sa) p X X X X
Na~ Em~'onm~nI ~dueafion (ensue good quality s~thce/~o~d ~'~ ~ter8; BMPs; ~M; m~tal erosion ~n~-ol' bench w~dth ~ror~g) E X X
Watched ~otect~on Zone/SGPA's (signage. educational ~bution materials, ii~ M~ l~a use controls) E X X X
En~m'aeus~ ofublic ~a a~on (relate to Trepanation M~gement PI~; create hubs; fe~ I~ges; ~nery shu~les) E ~ -- X
Tr~spomalbn M~agement Plm~ (Trm~pm~ation Comssion; entourage ¢~porlafio~de~h5~ {~provmmnlsl encore'age pubfio ~anspo~atiou; create ha~et hubs; fe~y l~ages, ~ery shn~les,
s~nage "best route to"; work Mth L~R) P X
Economic Development ~ (m~age to.sm; cm~ereial fis~g; recreational baa~g; ~que of agricultural oppo~es; ~icul~re; capi~l ~provement progrmn; B&B's, network of visitor
~n~m~) P X X
; ch~ge of use requirements) E - X
~prove Wator~ont At.ss (a~t~sitions; obt~mbtab; in~ntmv To~ l~d md ~pmve) ~ X
AdViSer P~ ofTown~wide Si~ifie~eo (~vento~ To~ lan~ ~nfo~ to park pbn; pubhe beach qu~ity ~pmve~ems) ..... E X X --
~ofifize ad Sugple~CP~ (ad.fiend acquisitions; s~nie by-w~ aequisitiona; sensitive l~d; prioritize) , _,, E X
Create a Centm~d Yea-~d ~eereationaI Complex (deta~e need, inclement if neodata-7) , p X
Affor~hle Homin~po~o (g~a~phi~e ~ver~t7,~ mgets~d new develop~nt, mvi~w eve~, 2-5 7~ars; Fo~de ~cenfives, a~ossor7 apts,, ti~ueid assis~eo; Hous~g Au~o~ty) P I .. X '
C0n~n~ato ~velop~nt ~ H~ots (de~o ha~ets; en~'e appraphata ~fi'as~c~; ~ordable houh~g; 1~ with hnd u~ ,~e~s~/loo/s; cap,tM im~ovement pro ~'m; raffle ~l~g) E/ X X X X
P~k DiCeY'School ~b~ct Bo~o~ Canfa~t7 (dete~e need and roconcfle dim~5ots) E X
Update P~k ~vent~d M~ag~cnt PI~ (prior 1980 sh~dynoeds updat~g ~nput ~to GISt ~ge mcremionM msomms) E X
Create ~ Pm'ks ~d~o~ea~on D~amont (~ge p~q, rocre~onal ~ao~s, non~h~h ~metefios) P X
~~$ement P~mu ~oute 48~oute 25 ~enfly desi~ated; silage, 1~ M~ Overlay for stm~ido~effl~d me mnh~ls) P X X X
Tra~ hvontory~raH Co~oe~cwa~ (Tr~spm~ation Coi~s~ion u~ts, data.ne ~propdato ~mttao; ~vontmy, ~put into OIS, ~ago, ~ead dkeefioual hfom~on ~ ~osks) P ~ ' X
~ventory and M~ge C~tml Romurces (~chaeolo~e~ly se~ifive ~eas; ~stofic Dis~ct desi~ation; pla~ues; I~k desi~aion; bput into O~, ~e) E X
~Mteetm-al ReMew Bo~ ~d ~ P~t~s (detom~ne need; establish ~oay; generate gu~d~; intestate into t~d u~ rohew process) '
S~nic Advisory Body (deta~ne ~r new Cc~mrd~eo ~age s~c ~, tom-~do s~n~c rose.cos)
X
H~usbg Fin~ei~ ~sistmcq ~'ogm ~o~ F~k Housbg ~oe', ruviow other op~t~ties b~ed on 1993 repros ad Up.ted ~Tordablo Housbg Polby) E X
DevoloWater Su 1~I~or Pi~ (Town hvolvoment,~rop~ng; image b~as~ctma ~h o~er agencies) P X
Emergency Prophetess (Fomdw~er ~ntam~ia~ ~ou~t ~agement; cum~ ad~q~te emergency s~rvicos (police, ~'e, mbul~eo); flood hazed ~/igafion pI~; erohon) E X
_~ocial Services Pro~'~a (so.or citizen ~e, adeq~te mmfity fkcilities, ~y ~e, zmab on wheels, ~ohcs. Iib~es) E X