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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSchriever, William DRAFT GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT SOUTHOLD COMPREHENSIVE IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY Town of Southold Suffolk County, New York Town Board of the Town of Southold (SEQRA Lead Agency) Supervisor, Hon. Joshua Horton Justice Louisa P. Evans Councilman Craig Richter Councilman William D. Moore Councilman Thomas Wickham Councilman John M. Romanelli Prepared by: Town .Board of the Town of Southold Town Hall 53095 Main Road Southold, New York 11971 Contact: Hon. Joshua Horton, Supervisor (631) '765- 1889 Town Clerk: Elizabeth Neville (631) 765-1800 Moratorium Planning Team Greg Yakaboski, Esq., Town Attorney Valerie Scopaz, AICP, Town Planner Melissa Spiro, Land Preservation Coordinator Charles J. Voorhis, CEP, AICP, Consultant Patrick Cleary, AICP, PP Consultant Lisa Kombrink, Esq. Consulting Attomey James Gesualdi, Esq., AICP, Consulting Attorney Melissa Spiro, Land Preservation Coordinator Town of Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy Support Staff John Sepenoski, Data Processing/GIS Mark Terry, Sr. Environmental Planner Scott Hughes, Sr. Environmental Planner Carol Kalin, Planning Board Secretary Nelson, Pope & Voorhis, LLC Nelson & Pope, Engineers & Surveyors 572 Walt Whitman Road Melville, New York 11747 Contact: Charles J. Voorhis, CEP, AICP (631) 427-5665 Town of Southold Supporting Departments Scott Russell, Sole Assessor Michael Verrity, Building Department James Richter, Town Engineer James McMahon, Community Dev. & Parks James; Bunchuek, Solid Waste/Landfill Cleary Consulting 529 Asharoken Avenue Northport, NY 11768 Contact: Patrick Cleary. AICP, PP (631) 754-3085 May 2003 Pagei Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy Draft Generic ElS .17. Scenic By-Ways Overlay Development Controls NYS Route 25 and CR 48 were designated "Scenic By-Ways" by the state in 2002. DesignatinE Routes 25 & 48 as scenic by-ways is the lo~ical first steo in oreservin~, the visual inte_mStv of the important public corridors in the Towq. Designation alone, however, does nothing to assure that the visual and aesthetic characteristics of the corridors are in fact, permanently preserved. It has been recommended that a series of specific development controls be adopted that shape the use, nature and characteristics of the Town's designated scenic by-ways. Specific recommendations include the following: · Reviewing all zoning controls in all districts fronting on the scenic by-ways. If necessary, adjustments should be made to assure consistency in allowable setbacks, height, bulk and density provisions. Consistency also can be achieved via the adoption of an overlay of modified zoning provisions, e.g., a by-ways corridor management district. · Develop standards and guidelines that address building siting and architecture, viewsheds, open space, tree preservation and other landscaping. ,, Develop standards that reduce the number of required curb cuts and encourage shared use of driveways, where appropriate. · Require off-street parking areas to be located behind buildings. · Explore expanding the role of the Architectural Review Board (ARB). · Designate all actions within a scenic by-way as Type I actions under SEQRA. · Implement a roadway beautification or "adopt-a-road" program, whereby civic-minded citizens and businesses can help protect the scenic corridor. · Coordinate agency reviews to assure compliance with scenic by-way goals 1.3.3 Education/Enforcement Mechanisms 18. Agricultural District Review/Education It is a policy of the Town of Southold that agricultural land and the business of farming shall be ' preserved and encouraged to the maximum extent. To that end, the Town supports the establishment of Agricultural Districts, and the inclusion of farmland within such districts, as provided for under Article 25AA of the New York State Agriculture and Markets Law. Land within an Agricultural District qualifies for preferential land assessments, which is a method to assist in the preservation of agriculture within the Town. This implementation tool should be highlighted by greater promotion of the benefits of inclusion in Agricultural Districts through more interaction and education with large landowners. This will encourage farmers not currently included within an Agricultural District, to sign up for this progrmn. 19. Create General Guidance Documents Guidance documents are useful as public education and information tools to assist with land use, environmental protection and best management practices. They can be specific enough to assist property owners and contractors in daily decisions about land use, and land management practices. Guidance Documents are needed in the following areas: Page 1-36 Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy Draft Generic ElS 25. Enforcement Enforcement of regulations signals a Town's commitment to reaching its goals. Effective enforcement requires personnel, financial resources and commitment. While aggressive enforcement can improve conformance with the Town code (thereby facilitating public purposes and goals) it cannot be achieved in the absence of an enforceable code. The Town's enforcement program requires a thorough programmatic evaluation and re- prioritization of objectives by the Building Department, Fire Marshal, Director of Code Enforcement, Bay Constable, Police Department and Town Attomey's Office. Where necessary, the code must be revised to eliminate inconsistencies. The cost of enhanced enforcement vigilance can then be evaluated by the Town Board, Planning Board and Trustees to determine how best to implement this recommendation. 1.3.4 Capital Improvements/Expenditures 26. Improve Waterfront Access The Town of Southold is characterized and geographically defined by its coastal location; bounded by the Long Island Sound and Peconic Bay. A number of waterfront recreational facilities and access opportunities do exist; however, given the significance of the waterfront to the furore of the community, more could be done to improve and enhance public access. The Town is poised to finalize its LWRP, a primary element of which is the improvement of public access. The LWRP calls for exploring new waterfront use and access opportunities, such as~ · Bird watching posts · Trails · Improved beach access (via road ends, etc.) · Interpretive centers · Sheltered kayak access points · Creation of a public marina A significant component in improving public access to the waterfront is to utilize the opportunities available under the Community Preservation Project Plan (CPPP) to secure the right of direct public access. 27. Administer Parks of Town-Wide Significance Currently, there are 4 Park Districts located within the Town: · Mattimck · Cutchogue-New Suffolk · Southold East Marion-Orient Page 142 Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy Draft Generic ElS 34. Create a Parks and Recreation Department The creation of a Parks & Recreation Department to manage Town-o~vned properties (not park districts) was reconunended in past planning studies. While worthy on serious consideration, it is recommended that this tool be more fully evaluated and considered in the Park Management Plan. 35. Scenic By-Ways Management Program Pursuant to the Scenic Southold Corridor Management Plan, the Town designated Routes 25 aq0 48 as "Scenic-By-Ways." This designation alone will not serve to protect the unique qualities of these corridors. Implementing a Scenic By-Ways Management Program is necessary to assure the permanent, long-term protection of the corridors. This tool which represents a more holistic management approach, can be considered in conjunction with No. 17 above, which provides measures more oriented toward development controls and codified standards Elements of a management plan would include: · "Adopt-A-Road" program · Beautification programs · Improved signage o Directional/safety o Informational o Advertising o Municipal · Coordinate scenic by-way management with CPPP acquisitions · Utilize acquisitions, easements, covenants and restrictions, PDIL TDR, rezonings, etc. outside of the CPPP program. · Creation of a scenic overlay district · Development of design guidelines for new construction · Incentive programs · Architectural reviews · Modification to existing zoning · Transportation management o Traffic calming " o Improvements to Routes 25 & 48 o Manage traffic · Tourism · Sustaining the management plan o Partnerships (public-private) o Regional relationships o Scenic By-Ways committee 36. Trail Inventory/Trail Committee/Bikeways Past plmming studies have identified the value and significance of a Town-wide trail system. This system can serve as a valuable recreational resource while simultaneously providing a Page 1-46 Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy Draft Generic ElS critical link in a Transportation Management Plan, linking the ham[ets together without necessitating the continued reliance on passenger vehicles. The Transportation Commission of the Town recognizes and is seeking to promote and enhance trail resources in the Town; however, adequate resources and conunitment must be provided to allow a commission or cotnmittee to complete an effective trail and bikeway enhancement program. Implementing this recommendation as a planning tool requires first designating resoumes to an appropriate body to oversee this task, such as the Transportation Commission, or a new trail committee. Second, a thorough inventory would be conducted, and all existing and potential trails., trail heads, vehicle access points, rest areas and support facilities would be mapped on the Town's GIS system. The third step would be to develop appropriate design criteria and standards for the construction of new trails and support facilities where and when needed. 37. Inventory and Manage Cultural Resources The Town's rich historic heritage is reflected in the designation of historic sites, landmarks and districts, including two National Historic Districts, in Orient and Southold. Important archaeological sites and landmark trees are also an element of this heritage. These resources have been identified and imported into the Town's GIS system. However, this inventory should be updated regularly, to maintain the currency of this program. The Town should consider adoption of stronger historic landmarks legislation to protect these resources from neglect and demolition by providing incentives and appropriate controls where practical. Finally, education and assistance should play a role in ensuring that historic districts and landmarks are appreciated and managed in a manner that will preserve the Town's cultural heritage. 38. Architectural Review Board and Design Parameters Past planning studies have continually emphasized the values and importance of the scenic and aesthetic quality and character of the Town to its residents and to its economy. The Town currently has an Architectural Review Committee, which is advisory to the Planning Board on site design of commercial projects. Consideration could be given to elevating the status of this group to an ARB and strengthening their input and insight into the broader land use, site plan and building permit process. This can play an important role in assuring that new or rehabilitated buildings are sensitively designed and properly reflect the architectural heritage and character of the community. Finally, past studies strongly recommend the adoption of design guidelines to support the decision-making role of the ARB, and to offer guidance for individuals seeking to construct new or rehabilitate existing structures. 39. Scenic Advisory Board As recommended in the Scenic Southold Corridor Management Plan, a Scenic Advisory Body ] would serve to manage and oversee the Scenic By-Ways Management Program. It has been I recormnended that a fully empowered ARB be created to assure the visual and aestheticI character of the scenic by-ways corridors of Route 25 and CR48. [ Page 1-47 COHSUI, T tOUR LAWYER BELl:ORE SIGHING THIS INSTRUMENT- THIS INSTRUMENT SHOULD BE USED BY LAWYERS ONLY THI$INOF_.NTURE, rnadethe ~0'~-~la¥of December ,nineteenhundredaod eighty. B£'I'~EF.~ WILLL~M W. SCHRIEVER and BARBARA DWIGHT SCHRIEVER, his wife, both residing at no #, Main Road, Orient, New York, party of the first part~ and ORIENT-EAST MARION PARK DISTRICT, New York. (no #), Mmiu Road, Orient, party of the second part, WlTNleqSETI. I, that the party of the first part, in consideration of Ten and 00/100 ........... ($10.00) .......................... dollars, lawful money of the United States, paid by the party of the second part, does hereby grant and release unto the party of the second part, the heirs or successors and assigns of the party of the second part forever, ALL that ce,~n plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lyingandbei~in~e in the Hamlet of Orient, Town of Southold, County of Suffolk and state of New York, more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a monument in the southerly line of Main Road where the same intersects the westerly line of land now or formerly of Clement J. Welles, said monument being South 3 degrees 51 minutes 30 seconds West a distance of 66.16 feet along the southerly extension of the easterly line of other land of the party of the first part from a monument in the northerly line of Main Road where the same is intersected by said easterly line; proceeding along said land of Clement J. Welles South 15 degrees 08 minutes 30 seconds West 1171.45 feet, more or less, to the point of intersection with the ordinary high-water mark on the shore of Orient Harbor; thence north-westerly along said ordinary high-water mark a distance df 125 feet, more or less, to the point of intersection with the easterly line of land formerly of Katherine Latham and now or formerly of Margaret E. Aha, said point of intersection being north 61 degrees 27 minutes 50 seconds West 125.00 feet, more or less, from the last described point of intersection as measured on a tie line along said ordinary high-water mark; thence along said land now or formerly of Margaret E. Aha North 8 degrees 46 minutes 20 seconds East 1087.74 feet, more or less, to the southerly line of Main Road; and thence along the southerly lime of Main Road south 89 degrees 06 minutes 00 seconds East 250.00 feet to said land of Clement J. Welles and the point of place of BEGINNING, containing 4.726 acres, more or less. Said parcel being and intended to be Parcel II of the premises conveyed to the party of the first part by deed of John Dwight, Kirby Dwight, Jr. and Barbara Dwight Schriever dated November 14, 1957 and recorded February 3, 1958, in the office of the Clerk of Suffolk County, New York, in Liber 4423 at Page 590. SUBJECT to the following covenants, restrictions, and agreements which shall run with the land: 1. The entire parcel shall be forever devoted to the following two purposes: a. 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AND the party of the first part covenants that the party of the first part has not done or suffered anything whereby the said premises have been incumbered in any way whatever, except as aforesaid. &ND the party of the first part, in compliance with Section 13 of the Lien I~aw, covenants that the party of the first part will receive the consideration for this conveyance and will hold the right to receive such consid- eration as a trust fund to be applied first for the purpose of paying the cost of the improvement and will apply the same first to the payment of the cost of the improvement before using any part of the total of the same for any other purpose. The word "party" shall be construed as if it read "parties" whenever the sense of this indenture so requires. IN WITNI~$ WI'i£RF_.OF, the party of the first part has duly executed this deed the day and year first above written. Itc PR£SE~cCE O~: (WJ_llfara Iq. 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