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PLANNING BOARD OFFICE
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
PUBLIC MEETING
MINUTES
December 18, 2023
4:00 p.m.
Present were: James H. Rich III, Vice-Chairman
Martin Sidor, Member
Mia_Jealous-Dank;.Member-
Heather Lanza, Planning Director
Mark Terry, Assistant Planning Director
Brian Cummings, Planner
Mara Cerezo, Planner
James Squicciarini, Deputy Town Attorney
Jessica Michaelis, Senior Office Assistant
Vice-Chairman Rich: Good Evening and welcome to the Public Meeting for Monday,
December 18, 2023 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
Vice-Chairman Rich: The first order of business is to Monday, January 8, 2024 at 6:00
p.m. at the Southold Town Hall, Main Road, Southold, as the time and place for the
next regular Planning Board Meeting
Mia Jealous-Dank: I make a motion.
Martin Sidor: Second.
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Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Mia, seconded by Martin. Any discussion?All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
SITE PLAN APPLICATIONS
SET HEARING & SEQRA CLASSIFICATION:
Vice-Chairman Rich: Mattituck Contractors Campus —This site plan application is
for the proposed construction of two commercial contractor office and storage buildings
at 7,000 sq. ft. and 4,700 sq. ft., off-street parking, ingress/egress driveway, utilities and
other site amenities on 1.83 acres in the General Business Zoning District. The property
is located at 7217 & 7255 Main Road, Mattituck. SCTM#1000-122-6-35.7 & 35.5
Pierce Rafferty: Mr. Vice-Chairman, I offer the following:
WHEREAS, this site plan application is for the proposed construction of two commercial
contractor office and storage buildings at 7,000 sq. ft. and 4,700 sq. ft., off-street
parking, ingress/egress driveway, utilities and other site amenities on 1.83 acres in the
General Business Zoning District. The property is located at 7217 NYS Route 25,
Mattituck. SCTM#1000-122.-6-35.7; and
WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to State Environmental
Quality Review Act (SEQRA) 6 NYCRR, Part 617, has determined that the proposed
action is an Unlisted Action as it does not meet any of the thresholds of a Type I Action,
nor does it meet any of the criteria on the Type II list of actions; be it therefore
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board has determined that this proposed
action is an Unlisted Action under SEQRA as described above;
Martin Sidor: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Pierce, seconded by Martin. Any discussion?All
in favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
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None.
Motion carries.
Pierce Rafferty: And be it further
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board sets Monday, January 8, 2024 at
6:03 p.m. for a Public Hearing on the site plan entitled "Site Development for
Commercial Contracting and Storage," prepared by Robert A. Steele, P.E., dated
August 2022 and last revised June 12, 2023.
Martin Sidor: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Pierce, seconded by Martin. Any discussion? All
in favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Testa Charging Stations —This amended site plan is for the
proposed construction of eight (8) Tesla Super Charger stations, associated equipment
and landscaping, accessory to existing commercial/retail building on 0.69 acres in the
General Business (B) Zoning District. The property is located at 46455 Route 48,
Southold. SCTM#1000-55-2-20
Martin Sidor:
WHEREAS, This Amended Site Plan is for the proposed construction of eight (8) Tesla
Super Charger stations, associated equipment and landscaping, accessory to existing
commercial/retail building on 0.69 acres in the General' Business (B) Zoning District.
The property is located at 46455 Route 48, Southold. SCTM#1000-55.-2-20; 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; be it
therefore
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RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board has determined that this proposed
action is a Type II Action under SEQRA as described above;
Mia Jealous-Dank: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Mia. Any discussion?All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
i
None.
Motion carries.
Martin Sidor: And be it further
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board sets Monday, January 8, 2024 at
6:01 p.m. for a Public Hearing on the amended site plan entitled "Tesla Superchargers
Southold," prepared by William K. Lou, P.E., dated July, 10, 2023.;
Mia Jealous-Dank: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Mia. Any discussion?All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
SEQRA DETERMINATION:
Vice-Chairman Rich: Cell Tower at Albertson Marine —This proposed wireless
facility site plan is for a ±150' above grade level (a.g.1.) concealment pole, including
antennas, cables, and related equipment for two wireless carriers (Verizon and DISH)
and Southold Fire District's emergency communications, along with a ±2,450 sq. ft.
equipment compound on a ±0.95-acre parcel with a ±10,800 sq. ft. existing boat storage
warehouse, in the Marine II Zoning District. The property is located at 61405 NYS Route
25, Southold. SCTM#1000-56-3-15
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Mia Jealous-Dank: Mr. Vice-Chair:
WHEREAS, this proposed wireless facility site plan is for a ±150' above grade level
(a.g.l.) concealment pole, including antennas, cables, and related equipment for two
wireless carriers (Verizon and DISH) and Southold Fire District's emergency
communications, along with a ±2,450 sq. ft. equipment compound on a ±0.95-acre
parcel with a ±10,800 sq. ft. existing boat storage warehouse, in the Marine II Zoning
District, Southold; and
WHEREAS, the applicant submitted an application for Site Plan review on August 9,
2023; and
WHEREAS, on October 16, 2023, the Planning Board accepted the application for
review; and
WHEREAS, on October 16, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) 6 NYCRR, Part 617, determined that the
proposed action is an Unlisted Action as it does not meet any of the thresholds of a
Type I Action, nor does it meet any of the criteria on the Type II list of actions; and
WHEREAS, on October 16, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to the
State Environmental Quality Review Act §617.6, established itself as Lead Agency for
this Unlisted Action; and
WHEREAS, on October 16, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to
§617.6 of the Environmental Conservation Law acting under the State Environmental
Quality Review Act, initiated the SEQR lead agency coordination process for this
Unlisted Action; be it therefore
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board, as Lead Agency pursuant to
SEQRA, hereby makes a determination of non-significance for the proposed action and
grants a Negative Declaration.
Pierce Rafferty: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Mia, seconded by Pierce. Any discussion? All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
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DETERMINATION:
Vice-Chairman Rich: Peconic Watersports - This site plan is for the proposed
creation of a 7,535 sq. ft. marine sales, service, and storage facility, including the
demolition of an existing building, on a 37,123 sq. ft. parcel in the General Business "B"
Zoning District. The property is located at 46770 County Road 48, Southold.
SCTM#1000-55-5-9.1
Pierce Rafferty: Mr. Vice-Chair, I'd like to offer the following:
WHEREAS, this proposed site plan is for the construction of a-9,651 sq. ft. marine
sales, service, and storage facility, including the demolition of an existing building, on a
37,123 sq. ft. parcel in the General Business "B" Zoning District, Southold; and
WHEREAS, on October 5, 2022, information and materials were submitted for a Site
Plan Application; and
WHEREAS, Planning Department staff found that the application was incomplete as
noted in the email dated October 28, 2022; and
WHEREAS, the Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals must review the proposed
project for a special exception use pursuant to § 280-48 (13)(12) and for a variance for
linear footage pursuant to § 280-50 (C); and
WHEREAS, the Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on November 3, 2022;
and
WHEREAS, the Zoning Board of Appeals closed the hearing subject to a SEQRA
determination from the Planning Board; and
WHEREAS, on December 1, 2022, Martin Finnegan, authorized agent, submitted
corrected plans to the Planning Department for review, which did not include all of the
necessary information; and
WHEREAS, on December 16, 2022, Martin Finnegan, authorized agent, submitted
corrected plans for review and additional materials; and
WHEREAS, at their work session on December 19, 2022, the Planning Board accepted
the application as complete for review; and
WHEREAS, on January 9, 2023, at their public meeting„ the Southold Town Planning
Board set the Public Hearing for February 6, 2023; and
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WHEREAS, on January 9, 2023, at their public meeting, the Southold Town Planning
Board, pursuant to State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) 6 NYCRR, Part
617, classified the proposed action as an Unlisted Action as it does not meet any of the
thresholds of a Type I Action, nor does it meet any of the criteria on the Type II list of
actions; and
WHEREAS, on January 12, 2023, 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 17, 2023, the Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization
Program Coordinator reviewed the proposed project and determined the project to be
consistent with Southold Town LWRP policies with recommendations to the Planning
Board; and
WHEREAS, on January 19, 2023, the Southold Town Code Enforcement officer verified
that there were no open violations on the subject parcel; and
WHEREAS, on January 19, 2023, the Southold Town Engineer reviewed the proposed
application and determined revisions were required for the site plan to meet the
minimum requirements of Chapter 236 for Storm Water Management; and
WHEREAS, on January 24, 2023, the Suffolk County Planning Commission reviewed
the proposed project and determined it to be a matter for local determination as there
appears to be no significant county-wide or inter-community impacts; and
WHEREAS, on January 26, 2023, the Southold Fire District determined that there was
adequate fire protection for the site; and
WHEREAS, on February 1, 2023, the Suffolk County Department of Public Works
reviewed the proposed application and determined revisions were required; and
WHEREAS, on February 3, 2023, Martin Finnegan, authorized agent, submitted
building elevations and renderings; and
WHEREAS, on February 6, 2023, the Planning Board held and closed the public
hearing for the proposed action; and
WHEREAS, on March 2, 2023, the Suffolk County Water Authority reviewed the
proposed project, made recommendations, and stated there were no objections; and
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WHEREAS, on March 9, 2023, the Southold Town Architectural Review Committee held
a regular meeting to review the project; and
WHEREAS, on March 24, 2023, the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) provided
comments to be incorporated into the proposed site design, architecture, and layout;
and
WHEREAS, on March 29, 2023, the Southold Town Fire Marshall reviewed, made
recommendations, and determined that there was adequate fire protection, emergency
egress, and emergency access to the site; and
WHEREAS, on April 25, 2023, Martin Finnegan, authorized agent, submitted revised
plans and elevations for review; and
WHEREAS, on May 15, 2023, Martin Finnegan, authorized agent, submitted digital
photo simulations for review; and
WHEREAS, on May 22, 2023, the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) held a special
meeting to review the revised plans; and
WHEREAS, on June 2, 2023, the Architectural Review Committee provided comments
on the revised plans; and
WHEREAS, at their work session on June 5, 2023, the Planning Board reviewed the
proposed application, along with comments from referral agencies, and required
revisions to the site plan to make it comply with various applicable sections of the Town
Code; and
WHEREAS, on June 5, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board, as Lead Agency
pursuant to SEQRA, made a determination of non-significance for the proposed action
and granted a Negative Declaration after a coordinated review; and
WHEREAS, on June 30, 2023, Martin Finnegan, authorized agent, submitted
information requested by the Planning Board for review however it was found that
clarifications to that information were needed; and
WHEREAS, on July 11, 2023, Martin Finnegan, authorized agent, submitted corrected
plans for review via email; and
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WHEREAS, on July 20, 2023, the Southold Town Engineer reviewed the proposed
application and determined revisions were required in order for the site plan to meet the
minimum requirements of Chapter 236 for Storm Water Management; and
WHEREAS, on July 21, 2023, the Suffolk County Department of Public Works reviewed
the proposed application and determined revisions were required; and
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WHEREAS, on August 24, 2023, Martin Finnegan, authorized agent, submitted
corrected plans for review; and
WHEREAS, on August 25, 2023, the Southold Town Engineer reviewed the proposed
application and determined the site plan met the minimum requirements of Chapter 236
for Storm Water Management; and
WHEREAS, on September 7, 2023, the Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)
granted the variance for linear frontage and the relief for the proposed western driveway
access as noted in the ZBA File #7701 with nine conditions; and
WHEREAS, on September 7, 2023, the Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)
granted Special Exception #7700SE with twelve conditions; and
WHEREAS, on September 21, 2023, the Southold Town Chief Building Inspector
reviewed and certified the proposed use is permitted as a special exception by the
Board of Appeals in the Business (B) Zoning District; and
WHEREAS, on September 25, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board determined
that with exception of a wastewater permit from the Suffolk County Department of
Health Services, all applicable requirements of the Site Plan Regulations, Article XXIV,
§280 — Site Plan Approval of the Town of Southold were met; and
WHEREAS, on December 12, 2023, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services
issued wastewater approval for construction, reference # C-23-0210 @ 360 gpd for "Dry
Retail & Storage"; be it therefore
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board hereby finds the application
consistent with the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program;
Martin Sidor: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Pierce, seconded by Martin. Any discussion?All
in favor?
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Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
Pierce Rafferty: And be it further
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board hereby grants Approval with
Conditions of the site plan entitled "Peconic Watersports" prepared by Thomas C.
Wolpert, Licensed Professional Engineer, and Howard W. Young, Licensed Land
Surveyor, dated August 9, 2022 and last revised October 3, 2023, and authorizes the
Chairman to endorse the plans listed below:
• 1 of 5 LANDSCAPE &ALIGNMENT PLAN
• 2 of 5 GRADING, DRAINAGE, & UTILITY PLAN
• 3 of 5 LIGHTING & CIRCULATION PLAN
• 4 of 5 COUNTY ROAD IMPROVEMENT PLAN
• 5 of 5 EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL PLAN
• A-1 PROPOSED BUILDING PLANS (Prepared by Robert Stromski, RA. Dated:
11/10/22, Last Revised: 9/12/23)
• A-2 PROPOSED BUILDING ELEVATIONS (Prepared by Robert Stromski, RA.
Dated: 11/10/22, Last Revised: 9/12/23)
Conditions of Approval:
1. Lighting: All exterior lighting on the property shall comply with the provisions of
Chapter 172 of the Town Code, and the lighting plan as shown on Page 3 of
the approved site plan. Any future exterior light fixtures not shown on the
approved site plan must be reviewed for compliance and approved by the
Planning Board prior to installation. Note that the lighting depicted on the
building elevations (Page A-2) are for illustration purposes only and do not
constitute Planning Board approval of those bight fixtures. Refer to Page 3:
Lighting & Circulation Plan for the approved lighting.
2. Signs: Proposed signs must be submitted to the Planning Board for review and
approval prior to receiving a permit. The Planning Board did not review or
approve any signs during the site plan review as the applicant did not yet
have their design completed. Note that the sign depicted on the building
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elevations (Page A-2) are for illustration purposes only and do not constitute
Planning Board approval of that signage.
3. Trees & Landscaping: All trees and landsca in I are required to be maintained b
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the property owner as shown on the approved site plan (Page 1: Landscape
&Alignment Plan). Should a tree die or otherwise be destroyed, it must be
replaced with the same species and size as shown on the approved site plan
within 6 months. Any change in tree or landscaping species must be
approved in writing by the Planning Board.
4. An amended site plan application review by the Planning Board is required for
any change in business model from that which has been approved. The
approved business model is for a marine sales, service, and storage facility
for boats up to 25 feet in length.
5. Outdoor Storage: No boats or trailers may be displayed or stored anywhere
outside on this site, except in the two designated areas (labeled as "Long-
Term Display Area" and "Seasonal Winter Storage") shown on the approved
site plan on Page 1: Landscape &Alignment'Plan.
6. Driveways:
a. Site access is only permitted from the western `entry' driveway.
b. Site egress is only permitted from the eastern `exit' driveway.
7. All aspects of the project shall be constructed and maintained substantially in
accordance with the approved site plan including the architectural drawings.
Martin Sidor: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Pierce, seconded by Martin. Any discussion? All
in favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries
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APPROVAL EXTENSION:
Vice-Chairman Rich: 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
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 June 6, 2022, the Planning Board granted approval with conditions, to
the Site Plan entitled "WJF Farms, LLC" prepared by James J. Deerkoski, P.E., dated
April 8, 2022; and
WHEREAS, on February 6, 2023, the Planning Board supported the issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy (CO) for the 2,400 sq. ft. agricultural storage building and
noted that there were ongoing site plan conditions that remain in full effect with regard
to Suffolk County Farmland Committee restrictions and elements of site plan approval.
The 6,000 sq. ft. building and associated improvements had not been constructed and
require a final site inspection when completed; and
WHEREAS, on November 16, 2023, the applicant submitted a letter requesting an
Extension of Site Plan Approval with provided reasoning as detailed in the December
18, 2023 staff report; and
WHEREAS, on December 13, 2023, the site plan approval expired; and
WHEREAS, at a Work Session held on December 18, 2023, the Planning Board
reviewed the application and determined that the expired Site Plan remained in
compliance with current rules and regulations and granted an extension of two years to
December 18, 2025; therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board grants an Extension of Site Plan
Approval for two (2) years from December 18, 2023 to December 18, 2025 to the Site
Plan entitled "WJF Farms, LLC" prepared by James J. Deerkoski, P.E., dated April 8,
2022.
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Mia Jealous-Dank: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Mia. Any discussion?All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
AMENDED DETERMINATION-
Vice-Chairman Rich: Flowers & Flores Agricultural Building —This agricultural site
plan application is for the proposed construction of a 3,125 sq. ft. agricultural storage
building and 4 hoop houses, on a 5-acre parcel in the AC Zoning District. The property
is located at 48455 County Road 48, Southold. SCTM#1000-55-2-103 & 10.4
Mia Jealous-Dank: Mr. Vice-Chair:
WHEREAS, this agricultural site plan is for the proposed construction of a 3,125 sq. ft.
agricultural storage building and 4 hoop houses, on a 5-acre parcel in the AC Zoning
District, Southold; and
WHEREAS, on April 14, 2023, Kevin Perry, Applicant's Agent, submitted a Site Plan
Application for review; and
WHEREAS, on April 24, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board formally accepted the
agricultural application as complete for review; and
WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to §280-133 C of the
Southold Town Code, has the discretion to waive any or all of the requirements in §280-
133 for those applications involving uses strictly related to agriculture as long as they
are not necessary to further the objectives set forth in Town Code §280-129 to maintain
public health, safety, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Southold Town Code §280-133(C) and as detailed in work
session staff report on April 24, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board agreed to
waive certain application requirements of§ 280-133 for this application which involves
uses strictly related to agriculture; and
WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to Southold Town Code
§280-131 B (5), has the discretion to vary or waive the parking requirements for Site
Plan Applications where doing so would not have a detrimental effect on the public
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health, safety or general welfare, and will not have the effect of nullifying the intent and
provision of the Site Plan Requirements chapter of the Town Code; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board has found that this application is eligible for a waiver of
parking requirements because there is no need to provide for parking as the application
is for an agricultural use, and the parcel is large in size relative to the proposed
structure; and
WHEREAS, on April 24, 2023, 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, on April 24, 2023, 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)(4),which states that the following actions are not subject to
review under this Part: "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 May 4, 2023, the Planning Board, pursuant to Southold Town Code
§280-131(C), distributed the application to the required agencies for their comments;
and
WHEREAS, on May 8, 2023, the Southold Town Code Enforcement officer verified that
there were no open violations on the subject parcel; and
WHEREAS, on May 24, 2023, the Southold Town Fire Marshall stated there were no
objections to the proposed site plan; and
WHEREAS, on May 31, 2023, the Southold Town Chief Building Inspector reviewed
and certified the proposed use as a permitted use in the Agricultural Conservation (AC)
Zoning District; and
WHEREAS, on June 5, 2023, 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; and
WHEREAS, on June 5, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board determined that this
proposed action is a Type II Action under SEQRA as described above; and
WHEREAS, on June 5, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board waived the
requirement for a public hearing and certain Site Plan Application requirements as
noted above; and
WHEREAS, on June 5, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board waived the parking
requirements as noted above; and
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WHEREAS, on December 11, 2023, Kevin Perry, Applicant's Agent, submitted revised
building elevations, building section and roof plan, compliance notes, and additional
construction drawings; and
WHEREAS, on December 18, 2023, the Southold Town Planning Board reviewed the
submitted revised plans and determined they were consistent with the originally
approved plans; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board hereby grants Amended Approval
with Conditions, listed below, of the site plan for Flowe js & Flores Farm LLC and
authorizes the Chairman to endorse the plans listed below:
Sheet Title Date Person/Agency
A.0 Cover Sheet J',oseph Fischetti Jr., Licensed
A.1 Site Plan April 12, 2023 Professional Engineer
A.2 Building Plans
Elevations 2
Elevations 3
Elevations 4 Issued: 8/8/23 IIdefonso Gonzalez, Licensed
Elevations 5 Last Revised: 11/29/23 Professional Engineer
Frame Sections 10
Code Compliance 18
Conditions:
1. All exterior lighting on the property shall comply with the provisions of Chapter
172 of the Town Code and the lighting plan of the approved site plan. Any future
exterior light fixtures not shown on the approved, site plan must be reviewed for
compliance and approved by the Planning Board prior to installation.
Pierce Rafferty: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Mia, seconded by Pierce. Any discussion? All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
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SUBDIVISIONS
CONDITIONAL SKETCH PLAT APPROVAL EXTENSION:
Vice-Chairman Rich: Tuthill Conservation Subdivision —This proposal is for an
80/60 Conservation Subdivision of four parcels (total area=112 acres) into 17 residential
lots, with 94 acres to be preserved. The properties are located on Main Road in Orient
in the R-80 and R-200 Zoning Districts. SCTM#'s 1000-17-4-16, 1000-17-6-14.2, 1000-
18-3-30.3 and 1000-18-6-17.3
Pierce Rafferty: Mr. Vice-Chair, I'd like to offer the following:
WHEREAS, this proposal is for an 80/60 Conservation Subdivision of four parcels
SCTM#s 1000-17-4-16, 1000-17-6-14.2, 1000-18-3-30.3 and 1000-18-6-17.3 (total area
= 112 acres) into 17 residential lots, with 94 acres to be preserved. This project includes
the transfer of yield among the four parcels pursuant to §240-42 F of the Southold Town
Code.
SCTM#1000-17-4-16 (North Dyer) equals 21 acres proposed to be subdivided into 6
lots where the lots range in size from 0.7 - 0.9 acres. This property includes a 0.7-acre
private right-of-way and 15.6 acres of preserved open space inclusive of 6 acres of
unbuildable lands.
SCTM#1000-17-6-14.2 (South Dyer) equals 35.3 acres proposed to be subdivided into
5 lots where the lots range in size from 0.5 - 0.9 acres; property includes a 0.5-acre
right-of-way and 28.5 acres of open space inclusive of 15 acres of unbuildable lands.
SCTM#1000-18-3-30.3 (North Brown) equals 28.7 acres proposed to be subdivided into
5 lots where the lots range in size from 0.7 - 0.8 acres. This property includes a 1.3-acre
private right-of-way and 23.7 acres of open space inclusive of 2 acres of unbuildable
lands.
SCTM#1000-18-6-17.3 (South Brown) equals 26.9 acres proposed to be subdivided
where Lot 1 equals 0.92 acres. This property includes 25.5 acres of open space
inclusive of 0.62 acres of unbuildable lands; and
WHEREAS, on July 3, 2014 the agent submitted a Sketch Plan Application and fee in
the amount of$500.00 with other required materials for submission pursuant to Article V
Sketch Plat Review; and
WHEREAS, on December 2, 2019 the Southold Town Planning Board granted
Conditional Sketch Plan Approval upon the maps entitled:
• Sketch Plan North Dyer dated as last revised April 3, 2013,
• Sketch Plan South Dyer dated April 1, 2011,
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• Sketch Plan of North Brown dated October 22, 2013,
• Sketch Plan of South Brown dated as last revised April 2, 2013; and
WHEREAS, Conditional Sketch Approval, granted by the Planning Board on December
31, 2020, is set to expire pursuant to Article V. Sketch Plat Review§ 240-14. Expiration
of the Southold Town Code; and
WHERAS the applicant has requested a one-year extension of time to file the Final Plat,
citing difficulty in South Dyer title search findings translated into an updated accurate tax
map and obtaining agreement with neighbors regarding respective ownership, rights of
way and maintenance responsibility over Racketts Court. In addition, they have not
been able to obtain the required Final Plat maps; therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board grants an extension of time to file
the Final Plat Application from December 16, 2023, to December 31, 2024.
Martin Sidor: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Pierce, seconded by Martin. Any discussion?All
in favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
AMENDED FINAL PLAT DETERMINATION:
Vice-Chairman Rich: Gaines & Gwathmey Resubdivision —This resubdivision
proposes to transfer 6,941 square feet from Lot 1 to 2 and transfer 6,941 from Lot 2 to 1
in the R-120 zoning district. The amount of area to be transferred between the lot is
even. Following the transfer Lot 1 will equal 29,335 sq. ft. and Lot 2: 64,712 sq. ft. The
property is located at 173 Pheasant Drive & 22617 East Main Road, Fishers Island.
SCTM#1000-5-2-2 & 3
Martin Sidor:
WHEREAS, on March 24, 2021, the applicant submitted a Resubdivision application for
review by the Southold Town Planning Board; and
WHEREAS this Resubdivision proposes to transfer 6,941 sq. ft. between SCTM# 1000-
5-2-2 (Lot 1) and 1000-5-2-3 (Lot 2) in an even exchange of area. Following the transfer
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each lot will remain the same size, with Lot 1 at 0.67 acres, and Lot 2 at 1.48 acres in
the R-120 Zoning District; and
WHEREAS, at their work session on February 6, 2023, the Southold Town Planning
Board found the Resubdivision application complete; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to §240-56 Waivers of certain provisions, the Southold Town
Planning Board shall have the authority to modify or waive, subject to appropriate
conditions, any provision of these subdivision regulations, if in its judgment they are not
requisite in the interest of the public health, safety and general welfare, except where
such authority would be contrary to other ordinances or state law; and
WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board has determined that the following
provisions of the Southold Town Code §240 Subdivision of Land are not requisite in the
interest of the public health, safety and general welfare,because this Resubdivision
does not create any additional residential building lots, and the amount of land being
transferred from one lot to the other is small, and therefore are eligible for a waiver:
a. Sketch Plat Review;
b. Existing Resources Site Analysis Plan (ERSAP);
c. Yield Plan;
d. Primary & Secondary Conservation Area Plan;
e. Preliminary Plat Review;
f. Public Hearing; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Resubdivision policy set by the Planning Board on
February 2011, this application is eligible for a decision from the Planning Board prior to
receiving approval by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) as it
meets the following criterion set forth in that policy:
• Where both lots are already developed;
• Where no new development potential will be created in the parcel to which the
land is transferred; and
WHEREAS, this application is EXEMPT from review by,the Local Waterfront
Revitalization Program as no new development potential will come as a result of this
Resubdivision; and
WHEREAS, on January 24, 2023, the Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals granted
the area variances required; and
WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to State Environmental
Quality Review Act (SEQRA) 6 NYCRR, Part 617, has determined that the proposed
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action is a Type II Action under SEQRA according to 617.5(c)(16) "granting of individual
setback and lot line variances and adjustments;" and
WHEREAS, on July 26, 2021, at their Work Session, the Planning Board determined
that the proposed action meets all the necessary requirements of Town Code §240-57
for a Resubdivision application; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Town Code §240-41 concrete monuments to mark the property
boundaries are required; and
WHEREAS, this approval resolution corrects the original approval dated March 14,
2023, which had incorrectly identified the final plat; therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to §240-56 Waivers of
certain provisions, hereby waives the following provisions of subdivision:
a. Article V: Sketch Plat Review;
b. §240-10 (A): Existing Resources Site Analysis Plan (ERSAP);
c. §240-10 (B): Yield Plan;
d. §240-10 (C): Primary & Secondary Conservation Area Plan;
e. Article VI: Preliminary Plat Review;
f. § 240-25. Public Hearing,
Mia Jealous-Dank: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Mia. Any discussion? All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
Martin Sidor: And be it further
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board hereby waives the requirement to
receive approval from the Suffolk County Department of Health Services prior to
approval of this Resubdivision by the Southold Town Planning Board;
Mia Jealous-Dank: Second.
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Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Mia. Any discussion?All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
Martin Sidor: And be it further
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board grants Final Plat Approval upon
the map entitled "Gwathmey\Gruner Lot Line Change," prepared by CHA Companies
and certified by Richard Strouse P. E., dated January 11, 2022.
Mia Jealous-Dank: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Mia. Any discussion?All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
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Motion carries.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Islands End Golf& Country Club and Turner Estate
Resubdivision - This resubdivision proposes to reconfigure the two King Trust parcels
SCTM#1000-35.-2-1 & 35.-2-11 into one lot (Lot 1) equal to 93.85 acres with
development rights sold on 88.35 acres and a 5.50 acre development area and the two
Club parcels SCTM#1000-35.-2-12 & 35.-2-2-17.1 into one lot (Lot 2) equal to 32.86
acres with development rights sold on 28.18 acres and a development area of 4.25
acres and a parking easement area of 0.43 acres in the R-80 Zoning District. The
property is located at 4675, 5243 & 5025 NYS Route 25, East Marion. SCTM#1000-35.-
2-11, 12 & 17.1
Mia Jealous-Dank: Mr. Vice-Chair:
WHEREAS, this resubdivision proposes to reconfigure the two King Trust parcels
SCTM#1000-35.-2-1 & 35.-2-11 into one lot (Lot 1) equal to 93.85 acres with
development rights sold on 88.35 acres and a 5.50 acre development area and the two
it
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Club parcels SCTM#1000-35.-2-12 & 35.-2-2-17.1 into one lot (Lot 2) equal to 32.86
acres with development rights sold on 28.18 acres and a development area of 4.25
acres and a parking easement area of 0.43 acres in the R-80 Zoning District.
WHEREAS, on July 15, 2022, the applicant submitted a resubdivision application for
review by the Southold Town Planning Board; and
WHEREAS, on August 22, 2022, at their Work Session, the Planning Board found the
resubdivision application complete and determined that the proposed action meets all
the necessary requirements of Town Code §240-57 for a resubdivision application; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to §240-56 Waivers of certain provisions, the Southold Town
Planning Board shall have the authority to modify or waive, subject to appropriate
conditions, any provision of these subdivision regulations, if in its judgment they are not
requisite in the interest of the public health, safety and general welfare, except where
such authority would be contrary to other ordinances or state law; and
WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board has determined that the following
provisions of the Southold Town Code §240 Subdivision of Land are not requisite in the
interest of the public health, safety and general welfare, and therefore, are eligible for a
waiver:
a. Sketch Plat Review;
b. Existing Resources Site Analysis Plan (ERSAP);
c. Yield Plan;
d. Primary & Secondary Conservation Area Plan;
e. Preliminary Plat Review;
f. Preliminary and Final Public Hearings; and
WHEREAS, this application is EXEMPT from review by the Local Waterfront
Revitalization Program as no new development potential will come as a result of this
resubdivision; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) 6 NYCRR,
Part 617.5(c)(16) the granting of individual lot line adjustments is listed as a Type II
Action; and
WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board has determined that this proposed
action is a Type II Action under SEQRA as described above; and
WHEREAS, that the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to §240-56 Waivers of
certain provisions waived following provisions of subdivision
a. Article V: Sketch Plat Review;
b. §240-10 (A): Existing Resources Site Analysis Plan (ERSAP);
c. §240-10 (B): Yield Plan;
d. §240-10 (C): Primary & Secondary Conservation,Area Plan;
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e. Article VI: Preliminary Plat Review;
f. §240-19 (C-2): Preliminary and Final Public Hearings; and
WHEREAS, on September 13, 2022 the Southold Town Planning Board granted
Conditional Final Plat Approval upon the plan entitled, "Island's End Golf and Country
Club, Inc.," dated and last revised May 16, 2019, prepared by John Minto, Land
Surveyor, with a condition:
1. Submit 12 paper copies and 4 mylars of the Final Plat with the approval stamp of
the Suffolk County Department of Health Services; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has advised the Planning Department that the SCDHS
requires more information beyond what usually is necessary for a subdivision that will
take time to comply with and they plan on obtaining approval in the future; and
WHEREAS, on August 22, 2022 the agent submitted a draft deed, a legal description of
the subject property showing single and separate lots; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the resubdivision Policy set by the Planning Board in February
2011, this application is eligible for a decision from the,Planning Board prior to receiving
approval by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) as it meets the
following criterion set forth in that policy:
• Where no new development potential will be created in the parcel to which the
land is transferred; and
WHEREAS, this resolution corrects the description of the areas being exchanged
amongst the two landowners in this resubdivision, and replaces the original approval
granted on September 25, 2023; therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board grants Final Plat Approval upon
the plan entitled, "Island's End Golf and Country Club, Inc.," dated and last revised
January 3, 2021, prepared by John Minto, Land Surveyor, and authorizes the Chairman
to endorse the maps with the following conditions:
1. Submit copies of the recorded deeds within six months of this decision, or
if more time is needed, request an extension of the Final Plat Approval.
2. Property monuments for the new parcel boundaries shall be installed
within six months of the date of this approval. Notification of installation
shall be made to the Planning Department.
3. The acknowledgment section at the end of this document must be signed
by all landowners involved in this resubdivision, and the Planning
Board Chairman prior to the deeds being recorded, or such approval
shall be null and void.
Pierce Rafferty: Second.
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Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Mia, seconded by Pierce. Any discussion?All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
SET HEARING & SEQRA CLASSIFICATION:
Vice-Chairman Rich: Woodhull Resubdivision —This resubdivision proposes to
transfer± 9,722 sq. ft. from SCTM#1000-122.-6-35.7 to SCTM#1000-122.-6-35.5
resulting in the decrease of SCTM#1000-122.-6-35.7 from ± 80,664 sq. ft. to ± 70,744
sq. ft. and the increase of SCTM#1000-122.-6-35.5 from ± 22,331 sq. ft. to ± 32,053 sq.
ft. in the General Business Zoning District. The property is located at 7217 & 7255 Main
Road, Mattituck. SCTM#1000-122-6-35.7 & 35.5
Pierce Rafferty:
WHEREAS, this proposed resubdivision application is to transfer ± 9,722 sq. ft. from
SCTM#1000-122.-6-35.7 to SCTM#1000-122.-6-35.5 resulting in the decrease of
SCTM#1000-122.-6-35.7 from ± 80,664 sq. ft. to ± 70,744 sq. ft. and the increase of
SCTM#1000-122.-6-35.5 from ± 22,331 sq. ft. to ± 32,053 sq. ft. in the General Business
Zoning District; and
WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to State Environmental
Quality Review Act (SEQRA) 6 NYCRR, Part 617, has determined that the proposed
action is a Type II Action under SEQRA according to 617.5(c)(16) "granting of individual
setback and lot line variances and adjustments"; and
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board has determined that this proposed
action is a Type II Action under SEQRA as described above;
Martin Sidor: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Pierce, seconded by Martin. Any discussion?All
in favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
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None.
Motion carries.
Pierce Rafferty: And be it further
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board sets Monday, January 8, 2024 at
6:02 p.m. for a Public Hearing on plan entitled "lot Line Modification Plan 7217 Main
Road," prepared by LKMA, dated October 25, 2022, and last revised November 6,
2023.
Martin Sidor: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Pierce, seconded by Martin. Any discussion?All
in favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Can we get a motion for adornment?
Martin Sidor: I make a motion to adjourn.
Mia Jealous-Dank: Second.
Vice-Chairman Rich: Motion made by Martin, seconded by Mia. Any discussion? All in
favor?
Ayes.
Opposed?
None.
Motion carries.
There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned.
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Respectfully submitted,
Jessica Michaelis
Transcribing Secretary
James . Rich III, Vice-Chairman