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Home My WebLink AboutPB-06/06/2022 OFFICE LOCATION: MAILING ADDRESS: Town Hall Annex OF S0U P.O. Box 1179 54375 State Route 25 O�� yOl Southold, NY 11971 (cor.Main Rd. &Youngs Ave.) Q Southold NY Telephone: 631765-1938 www.southoldtow-xmy.gov PLANNING BOARD OFFICE TOWN OF SOUTHOLD PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES June 6, 2022 4:00 p.m. Present were: Donald Wilcenski, Chairman James H. Rich III, Vice-Chairman Pierce Rafferty, Member Martin.Sidor, Member Heather Lanza, Planning Director Mark Terry, Assistant Planning Director Mara Cerezo, Planner Jessica Michaelis, Senior Office Assistant Chairman Wilcenski: Good Evening and welcome to the Public Meeting for Monday, June 6, 2022 for the Southold Town Planning Board. This meeting is public. The Planning Board may add or remove applications from the Agenda upon its discretion, without.further notice.- Applications may not be heard in the order they appear on this agenda. SETTING OF THE NEXT PLANNING BOARD MEETING Chairman Wilcenski: The first order of business is to set Monday, July 11, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. as the time for the next regular Planning Board Meeting. Martin Sidor: I make a motion. James H. Rich III: Second. Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Jim. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Southold Town Planninq Board Public Meeting —June 6, 2022 — Page 2 Opposed? None. Motion carries. SUBDIVISIONS SET PRELIMINARY PLAT HEARING: Chairman Wilcenski: Peconic Onwego Standard Subdivision —This Standard Subdivision proposes to subdivide a 3.65 acre parcel into 2 lots. Lot 1 equals 2.73 acres and Lot 2 equals 0.92 acres in the Limited Business and Residential Office zoning districts. The property is located at 32900 Country Road 48, Peconic. SCTM#1000-74- 4-14.3 James H. Rich III: WHEREAS, this Standard Subdivision proposes to subdivide a 3.65-acre parcel into 2 lots. Lot 1 equals 2.73 acres and lot 2 equals .92 acres in the Limited Business and Residential Office zoning districts; and WHEREAS, on November 16, 2021, the applicant submitted a Standard Subdivision Sketch Plan Application for review by the Southold Town Planning Board; and WHEREAS, at their work session on January 24, 2022, the Southold Town Planning Board found the Sketch Plan Application complete; and WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board granted Conditional Sketch Plan Approval upon the map entitled "Minor Subdivision Map of Peconic Onwego" prepared by Kenneth M. Woychuck Land Surveying dated February 16, 2020 and last revised September 23, 2021 and all conditions have been met; and WHEREAS, on February 24, 2022, the applicant submitted a Preliminary Plat Application and at the work session on April 25, 2022, the Southold Town Planning Board found the preliminary plat application complete; therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board sets Monday, July 11, 2022 at 6:01 p.m. for a Public Hearing upon the map prepared by Kenneth Woychuk, Licensed Surveyor entitled "Standard Subdivision Map of Peconic Onwego" dated February 16, 2020 and last revised February 17, 2022. Martin Sidor: Second. Southold Town Planninq Board Public Meetinq —June 6, 2022 — Page 3 Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Jim, seconded by Martin. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Opposed? None. Motion carries. EXTENSION OF TIME TO RENDER A FINAL PLAT DETERMINATION: Chairman Wilcenski: Harold R. Reeve & Sons, Inc. —This proposal is for a Standard Subdivision of a 5.1 acre split-zoned parcel into 4 lots where Lots 1-3 equal 1 acre each in the R-40 Zoning District and Lot 4 equals 1.9 acres located in the LB Zoning District. The property is located at 1605 Wickham Avenue, on the n/s/o County Road 48, approximately 190' w/o Wickham Avenue, in Mattituck. SCTM#1000-140-1-6 Martin Sidor: WHEREAS, this proposal is for a Standard Subdivision of a 5.1 acre split-zoned parcel into 4 lots where Lots 1-3 equal 1 acre each in the R-40 Zoning District and Lot 4 equals 1.8 acres located in both the R-40 and LB Zoning Districts; and WHEREAS, on August 5, 2019 the Southold Town Planning Board granted Conditional Preliminary Plat Approval upon the map prepared by Howard W. Young, Land Surveyor, entitled "Subdivision Map of Harold R. Reeve and Sons, Inc.", dated January 8, 2015 and last revised May 24, 2019 and approval on the Preliminary Road and Drainage Plans last revised May 24, 2019; and WHEREAS, on February 10, 2020, a Final Plat Public Hearing was held and closed; and WHEREAS, the Southold Planning Board, pursuant to the Southold Town Code, has 62 days to render a Final Plat Determination after the Final Plat Public Hearing is closed unless a mutual agreement is reached; and WHEREAS, due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and Town of Southold State of Emergency in response to the pandemic, the 62-day timeframe expired on April 12, 2020, and WHEREAS, On May 31, 2022 the applicant submitted a request to extend the decision timeframe for another six months, and WHEREAS, Southold Planning Board and the applicant have mutually agreed to extend the timeframe to render a Final Plat determination from June 6, 2022 to December 5, 2022.; therefore be it Southold Town Planninq Board Public Meetinq —June 6, 2022 — Page 4 RESOLVED, that the timeframe to render a decision on the Final Plat is hereby mutually extended from June 6, 2022 to December 5, 2022. James H. Rich III: Second. Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Jim. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Opposed? None. Motion carries. SITE PLAN APPLICATIONS DETERMINATIONS: Chairman Wilcenski: 14695 Main Road (Dentist Office) Amended (Parking Lot Expansion) —This site plan is an amendment to the approved site plan for an existing dentist office to expand the parking lot. The property is located at 14695 NYS Route 25, Mattituck. SCTM#1000-114-8-5 James H. Rich III: WHEREAS, this amended site plan is to expand an existing parking area as part of an existing dentist office on 0.48 acres in the Residential Office (RO) Zoning District, Mattituck; and WHEREAS, on September 9, 2021, Jaclyn Peranteau, authorized agent, submitted a Site Plan Application for review; and WHEREAS, on October 4, 2021, the Planning Bound accepted the application as complete for review; and WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to State,Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) 6 NYCRR, Part 617.5 (c), determined that the proposed action is a Type II Action as it falls within the following description for 6 NYCRR, Part 617.5(c)(7) construction or expansion of a primary or accessory/appurtenant, non- residential structure or facility involving less than 4,000 square feet of gross floor area and not involving a change in zoning or a use variance and consistent with local land use controls, but not radio communication or microwave transmission facilities; and Southold Town Planning Board Public Meeting —June 6, 2022 — Page 5 WHEREAS, on November 3, 2021, the Planning Board, pursuant to Southold Town Code §280-131 C., distributed the application to the required agencies for their comments; and WHEREAS, on November 4, 2021, the Southold Town Code Enforcement officer verified that there were no open violations on the subject parcel; and WHEREAS, on November 5, 2021, the Southold Town Fire Inspector reviewed and determined that there was adequate fire protection and emergency access for the site; and WHEREAS, the proposed action was determined exempt for review by the Suffolk County Planning Commission (SCPC); and WHEREAS, on November 18, 2021, the Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program,Coordinator reviewed the proposed project and determined it to be consistent with the Southold Town LWRP policies; and WHEREAS, on November 23, 2021, the Southold Town Engineer reviewed the proposed application and determined that the application met the minimum requirements of Chapter 236 for Storm Water Management; and WHEREAS, on December 6, 2021, the Planning Board required certain revisions to the site plan and information to be provided; and WHEREAS, on April 5, 2022, Jaclyn Peranteau, authorized agent, submitted revised site plans for review; and WHEREAS, on April 25, 2022, the Planning Board reviewed the revised site plans and required Tree Fund payment; and WHEREAS, pursuant to 280-129(C)(1) the Planning Board agreed to permit the applicant to pay a sum in lieu of two (2) required street trees. A third required tree will be planted as required. The fee shall be paid prior to any site plan approval and will be deposited into the Fiduciary Fund and used by the Southold Town Tree Committee exclusively for the planting of new street trees and/or the replacement of damaged or removed trees on Town property; and WHEREAS, on May 17, 2022, Jaclyn Peranteau, authorized agent, submitted required information for review; and WHEREAS, on-May 23, 2022, the Southold Town Planning Board determined that all applicable requirements of the Site Plan Regulations, Article XXIV, §280 — Site Plan Approval of the Town of Southold have been met; therefore be it Southold Town Planning Board Public Meetinq — June 6, 2022 — Page 6 RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning, Board has determined that this proposed action is consistent with the policies of the Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program; Martin Sidor: Second. Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Jim, seconded by Martin. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Opposed? None. Motion carries. James H. Rich III: And be it further RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board approves the Site Plan with one (1) condition to the plans entitled "Proposed Parking Lot Expansion for Existing Dentist Office" prepared by Jaclyn R. Peranteau, P.E. dated June 16, 2021 and last revised April 28, 2022 and authorizes the Chairman to endorse the Site Plan. Condition 1. In addition to landscape plantings as per the approved site plan, fencing along the east, west and north rear yard property lines shall be maintained in order to maintain sufficient screening of the parking area. Martin Sidor: Second. Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Jim, seconded by Martin. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Opposed? None. Motion carries. Chairman Wilcenski: WJF Farms Agricultural Storage Building —This site plan is for the proposed construction of a 60' x 100' (6,000 sq. ft.) agricultural pole barn, including employee bathrooms, an office and storage with a 19-space parking lot, and a Southold Town Planning Board Public Meeting —June 6, 2022 — Page 7 60' x 40' (2400 sq. ft.) agricultural storage shed. The property is located at 12595 ' Oregon Road, Cutchogue. SCTM#1000-83-2-12.7 Martin Sidor: WHEREAS, this site plan is for the proposed construction of a 60' x 100' (6,000 sq. ft.) agricultural pole barn, including employee bathrooms, an office and storage with a 19- space parking lot, and a 60' x 40' (2400 sq. ft.) agricultural storage barn on in the AC Zoning District, Cutchogue; and WHEREAS, on November 4, 2021, Jonathan Fabb, owner, submitted a Site Plan Application for review; and WHEREAS, at their work session on December 6, 2021, the Southold Town Planning Board accepted the site plan application as complete for review; and WHEREAS, on December 6, 2021, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) 6 NYCRR, Part 617.5 (c), determined that the proposed action is a Type II Action as it falls within the following description for 6 NYCRR, Part 617.5(c)(3) agricultural farm management practices, including construction, maintenance and repair of farm buildings and structures, and land use changes consistent with generally accepted principles of farming; and WHEREAS, on December 6, 2021, pursuant to Southold Town Code §280-131(H), the Southold Town Planning Board agreed to waive the requirement for a public hearing regarding this application which 'involves uses strictly related to agriculture; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Southold Town Code §280-133(C) and as detailed in work session staff report on December 6, 2021, the Planning Board agreed to waive certain application requirements of§ 280-133 for this application which involves uses strictly related to agriculture (but excepting retail winery operations); and WHEREAS, on December 22, 2021, the Planning Board, pursuant to Southold Town Code §280-131 C., distributed the application to the required agencies for their comments; and WHEREAS, on January 6, 2022, the Southold Town Fire Inspector stated there were no objections to the proposed site plan; and WHEREAS, on January 11, 2022, the Southold Town Code Enforcement officer verified that there were no open violations on the subject parcel; and WHEREAS, on January 13, 2022, the Southold Town Engineer reviewed the proposed application and determined that the certain revisions were required in order for the application to meet the minimum requirements of Chapter 236 for Storm Water Management; and Southold Town Planning Board Public Meeting —June 6, 2022 — Page 8 WHEREAS, on January 25, 2022, the Southold Fire District determined that there was adequate fire protection and access for the proposed action; and WHEREAS, on February 4, 2022, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) granted a wastewater permit for an Agricultural Building @ 336gpd Ref#C-1 9- 0002; and WHEREAS, on February 6, 2022, the Agricultural Advisory Committee provided comments supporting the proposed project for approval; and WHEREAS, on February 7, 2022, the Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program Coordinator reviewed the proposed project and determined it to be consistent with the Southold Town LWRP policies with certain recommendations issued; and WHEREAS, on February 10, 2022, the Architectural Review Committee reviewed the proposed project and recommended items addressed by the Planning Board; and WHEREAS, the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) issued an approval for the installation of one 8" diameter agricultural irrigation well from February 2020 — February 2030; and WHEREAS, the Suffolk County Farmland Committee granted an Agricultural Development Permit and Special Use Permit (PFC2020016 and PFC2020017) to conduct site disturbance associated with the installation of the electric utility infrastructure, water utility/irrigation infrastructure, and sanitary system infrastructure, in association with a nursery stock, fruits and vegetable operation; and WHEREAS, on February 28, 2021, the Southold Town Planning Board determined that with exception of revisions detailed in the work session follow up letter, all applicable requirements of the Site Plan Regulations, Article XXIV, §280 — Site Plan Approval of the Town of Southold have been met; and WHEREAS, on May 12, 2022, Jonathan Fabb, owner, submitted revised site plans and information as required; and WHEREAS, on June 1, 2022, the Southold Town Chief Building Inspector reviewed and certified the proposed Agricultural Storage Building as a permitted use in the A-C Zoning District; therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board hereby waives the requirement for a public hearing and certain application requirements as described above; James H. Rich III: Second. Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Jim. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Southold Town Planninq Board Public Meeting —June 6, 2022 — Page 9 Opposed? None. Motion carries. Martin Sidor: And be it further RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board has determined that this proposed action is consistent with the policies of the Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program; James H. Rich III: Second. Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Jim. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Opposed? None. Motion carries. Martin Sidor: And be it further RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board approves the Site Plan with conditions, listed below, to the site plan entitled "WJF Farms, LLC' prepared by James J. Deerkoski, P.E., dated April 8, 2022 and authorizes the Chairman to endorse the Site Plan. Conditions 1. All Suffolk County Farmland Committee requirements shall be met as issued for Committee Resolution Number PFC2020016 and PFC2020017; 2. The four (4) approved exterior light fixtures shall be shielded so the light source is not visible from adjacent properties and roadways and shall focus and direct the light in such a manner as to contain the light and glare within property boundaries and conform to §172 of the Town Code. Any future exterior lighting must be approved by the Planning Board by letter prior to installation. James H. Rich III: Second. Southold Town Planning Board Public Meeting —June 6, 2022 — Page 10 Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Jim. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Opposed? None. Motion carries. Chairman Wilcenski: Peconic Landing Dining Additions —This amended site plan is for the proposed construction of a 1,998 sq. ft. addition and interior alterations to the existing dining building, all part of an existing continuing care retirement community on 144 acres in the Hamlet Density Zoning District. The property is located at 1500 Brecknock Road, Greenport. SCTM#1000-34-2-1 James H. Rich III: WHEREAS, this amended site plan is for the proposed construction of a 1,998 sq. ft. addition and interior alterations to the existing dining building, all part of an existing continuing care retirement community on 144 acres in the Hamlet Density Zoning District, Greenport; and WHEREAS, on August 24, 2021, Charles Cuddy, authorized agent, submitted an amended Site Plan Application for review; and WHEREAS, on September 13, 2021, the Planning Bound accepted the application as complete for review; and WHEREAS, the requirement for a Public Hearing was waived by the Planning Board due to the de minimus nature of the amended site plan within the context of the existing Life Care Community campus; and WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) 6 NYCRR, Part 617.5 (c), determined that the proposed action is a Type 11 Action as it falls within the!following description for 6 NYCRR, Part 617.5(c)(7) construction or expansion of a primary or accessory/appurtenant, non- residential structure or facility involving less than 4,000 square feet of gross floor area and not involving a change in zoning or a use variance and consistent with local land use controls, but not radio communication or microwave transmission facilities; and WHEREAS, on September 30, 2021 the Southold Town Trustees issued an approved permit for the proposed action; and Southold Town Planning Board Public Meeting —June 6, 2022 — Page 11 WHEREAS, on October 5, 2021, the Planning Board, pursuant to Southold Town Code §280-131)C., distributed the application to the required agencies for their comments; and WHEREAS, on October 12, 2021, the Southold Town Code Enforcement officer verified that there were no open violations on the subject parcel; and WHEREAS, on October 28, 2021, the Southold Town Fire Inspector reviewed and determined that there was adequate fire protection and emergency access for the site; and WHEREAS, the proposed action was determined exempt for review by the Suffolk County Planning Commission (SCPC); and WHEREAS, on November 3, 2021, the Southold Town Engineer reviewed the proposed application and determined that the application met the minimum requirements of Chapter 236 for Storm Water Management; and WHEREAS, on November 5, 2021, the Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program Coordinator reviewed the proposed project and determined it to be consistent with the Southold Town LWRP policies; and WHEREAS, on January 12, 2022, the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) issued a letter of non-jurisdiction for the proposed action; and WHEREAS, on April 20, 2022, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) issued wastewater permit approval for C-21-0363 @ 3,740gpd for a Community Center; and WHEREAS, on June 6, 2022, the Southold Town Planning Board determined that all applicable requirements of the Site Plan Regulations, Article XXIV, §280 — Site Plan Approval of the Town of Southold have been met; therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board has determined that this proposed action is consistent with the policies of the Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program; Martin Sidor: Second. Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Jim, seconded by Martin. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Opposed? None. Southold Town Planning Board Public Meetinq —June 6, 2022 — Page 12 Motion carries. James H. Rich II: And be it further RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board approves the Site Plan with one (1) condition to the plans entitled "Life Care Community Expansion Pub Dining Project, Peconic Landing at Southold" prepared by Howard W. Young, L.S. dated January 29, 2021 and last revised March 17, 2021 and authorizes the Chairman to endorse the Site Plan after the condition below is met. Condition 1. Prior to endorsement of site plan, obtain a use certification from the Chief Building Inspector as required by Town Code. Martin Sidor: Second. Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Jim, seconded by Martin. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Opposed? None. Motion carries. Chairman Wilcenski: Okay, with no further business, can I get a motion for adjournment? James H. Rich III: I'd like to make a motion for adjournment. Martin Sidor: Second. Chairman Wilcenski: Motion made by Jim, seconded by Martin. Any discussion? All in favor? Ayes. Opposed? None. Motion carries. Southold Town Planning Board Public Meetinq —June 6, 2022 — Page 13 There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Jessica Michaelis Transcribing Secretary Donald J. Wilcenski, Chairman