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APPEALS BOARD MEMBERS
Ruth D. Oliva. Chairwoman
Gerard P. Goehringer
Vincent Orlando
James Dinizio. Jr.
M[ichael A. Simon
Southold Tox~ n Hall
53095 Main Road · RO. Box 1179
Southold, NY I1971-0959
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Southold. NY 11971
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MEETING OF OCTOBER 27, 2005
ZB File No. 5760 - Anthony R. and Joanne E. Kropp
Property Location: 360 Riley Avenue, Mattituck
CTM 143-5-8
SEQRA DETERMINATION: The Zoning Board of Appeals has visited the property under
consideration in this application and determines that this review falls under the Type II category of
the State's List of Actions, without an adverse effect on the environment if the project is implemented
as planned.
PROPERTY FACTS/DESCRIPTION: The applicant's 20,757 sq. ft. parcel has 75 feet along the
south side of Riley Avenue and is improved with a single-story dwelling and two accessory buildings,
as shown on the June 20, 2001 land survey prepared by Stanley J. Isaksen, Jr.
BASIS OF APPLICATION: Building Department's July 12, 2005 Notice of Disapproval, citing
Sections 100-33 and 100-244 in its denial of an application for a building permit to construct: (a)
proposed additions and alterations to the existing dwelling at less than 15 feet on a single side yard;
(b) proposed construction of a new accessory shed with new height, replacing the existing shed, and
construction of a new accessory garage/shed in a location at less than the code-required five (5)
feet.
FINDINGS OF FACT
The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on this application on October 20, 2005 at which
time written and oral evidence were presented. Based upon all testimony, documentation, personal
inspection of the property, and other evidence, the Zoning Board finds the following facts to be true
and relevant:
AREA VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicants are requesting relief from the code's side yard
setback limitations, required to be at a minimum of five (5) from the property lines for the new
construction related to two accessory buildings, and minimum 15 ft. required setback for part of the
new additions, related to a proposed garage on the west side of the dwelling, as shown on the May
17, 2005 site plan, revised 6-27-05, by Seades, Stromski and Associates.
The proposed 12' x 24' garage addition on the west side of the dwelling will be 5'2" from the westerly
lot line measured from the northwest corner, and 4'4" measured from the southwest corner. The
roof is of a design that will have a slope lower than the common 12-12 pitch.
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CTM 143-5-8
The roof will be refrained on the smaller, preexisting 10'6" x 12'5" (northerly) shed, and the setbacks
will not be changed from the present location 2'7" and 2'8" from the westerly lot line. The height to
the roof ridge will not exceed 14 feet, and is proposed to be changed from a gambrel roof to a
reverse gable with shed dormer, to match the home.
The southerly shed is in need of major structural repairs and reconstruction. Some repairs were
commenced without town permits, and the work stopped when a stop work order was issued in
2003. The dimensions of the floor area of the southerly shed are 18.2' x 21.45' x 15' x 16.55',
located 1'2" and 1 '6" from the westerly lot line and approximately 4 feet from the southerly lot line, all
at its closest points.
REQUEST FOR ALTERNATE RELIEF: During the October 20, 2005 public hearing, the applicant
was requested to consider an alternative regarding the southerly shed slab to cut the building back
by three feet off the property line, eliminating the side closer to the property line. The applicant
replied "if that's the option given by the Board," then he "certainly would follow that
recommendation." The alternative relief will bring the proposed new reconstruction of this shed into
more conformity with the code-required 5 ft. minimum setback from the westedy property tine.
REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION: On the basis of testimony presented, materials submitted and
personal inspections, the Board makes the following findings:
1. Grant of alternative relief will not produce an undesirable change in the character of the
neighborhood or a detriment to nearby properties. The applicants have a narrow lot of only 75 feet
which make a side addition difficult without some type of setback relief. Considering the lot has
frontage on the water and is already improved, the preference is to build a garage addition to the
home near the entrance driveway, rather than on the opposite waterside of the property, and to
reconstruct a shed on the existing (southerly) slab and reconstruct the roof on the northerly shed,
utilizing the structure that exists building. The alternative relief will bring the proposed new
reconstruction of the southerly shed into more conformity with the code-required 5 ft. minimum
setback from the westerly property line, for a 4 ft. minimum setback from the property lines. The
waterside of the property is already improved with two accessory buildings, and the applicants
wishes to keep the views presently enjoyed in the southerly yard, without new building construction.
2. The benefit sought by the applicants cannot be achieved by some method, feasible for the
applicant to pursue, other than an area variance.
3. The variances granted are substantial. The code requires a minimum of 15 feet on the westerly
side of the dwelling, and the relief granted for the new garage addition is a 65% reduction from the
code. The code also requires a minimum of 5 ft. setback from the property lines for the accessory
sheds, and the relief granted is a reduction of 2'5" from this requirement for the northerly shed. The
alternative relief for the southerly shed is a reduction of 18% from the code required 5 ft. setback,
allowing a minimum setback of 4 feet (4'2") for the southerly shed. The bulk schedule of the code
also provides for setback reductions, without variances, when a lot has a narrow width and lot size,
as compared to the requirements for conforming-sized lots in this zone district.
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CTM 143-5-8
4. The difficulty has been self-created The applicants acquired a nonconforming narrow, 75 ft. lot
on the water approximately 20 years ago, and the plans were designed for new construction without
looking into the local zoning requirements.
5. No evidence has been submitted to suggest that a variance in this residential community will
have an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood. The area
consists of homes that are closer to the street, and some area fairly narrow lots with houses close to
the lot lines. The applicant obtained approvals from the Town Board of Trustees and an application
is pending with the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation concerning environmentally
sensitive areas under the wetland codes.
6. Grant of alternative relief is the minimum action necessary and adequate to enable the applicants
to enjoy the benefits of an addition to the dwelling and upgraded shed construction, while preserving
and protecting the character of the neighborhood and the health, safety and welfare of the
community.
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD: In considering all of the above factors and applying the balancing
test under New York Town Law 267-B, motion was offered by Chairwoman Oliva, seconded by
Member Dinizio, and duly carried, to
DENY the variance for the requested location of construction/reconstruction of the 18.2 x
21.45 ft. garage (southerly) shed at 1'2" and 1'6" from the westerly side line, and to
GRANT a variance at 4'2" at its closest point to the westerly (side) lot line, for the southerly
garage/shed (when the size is reduced to 15' x 21.45'), and elevation not to exceed 14 feet
to the top of the ridge as shown on the Elevation Diagram A-1 dated 7/29/05, prepared by
Searles, Stromski, Associates, and to
GRANT the variances for the new single-story garage addition to the dwelling, and for roof
reconstruction of the northerly shed in its existing location, as shown on the May 17, 2005
site plan, revised 6-27-05, and Floor Plans A-1 and A-2 last dated 6/27/05, prepared by
Searles, Stromski and Associates, SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
The easterly side yard of 20 feet of the dwelling shall remain open and unobstructed.
The accessory buildings shall not be used for dwelling or livable floor area, and shall not
be rented.
This action does not authorize or condone any current or future use, setback or other feature of the
subject property that may violate the Zoning Code, other than such uses, setbacks and other
features as are expressly addressed in this action.
Vote of the Board: Ayes: Members Oliva (Chairwoman), Goehringer, Dinizio, and Simon. (Member
Orlando was absent.) This Resoluti~.hwas duly adopted (4-0).
Ruth D. Oliva, Chairwoman 12/!/05
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LEGAL NOTICE
SOUTHOLD TOWN BOARD OF APPEALS
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2005 PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 267 of the Town Law and Chapter 100
(Zoning), Code of the Town of Southold, the following public hearing will be held by the SOUTHOLD
TOWN BOARD OF APPEALS at the Town Hall, 53095 Main Road, P.O. Box 1179, Southold, New
York 11971-0959, on Thursday, October 20, 2005, at the time noted below (or as soon thereafter as
possible):
10:05 a.m. ANTHONY and JOANNE KROPP #5760. Request for Variances under Sections
100-33 and 100-244, based on the Building Inspector's July 12, 2005 amended Notice of
Disapproval concerning: (a) proposed additions and alterations at less than 15 feet on a single
side yard; (b) proposed construction of a new accessory shed with new height, replacing the
existing shed, and construction of a new accessory garage/shed in a location at less than the
code-required five (5) feet. Location of Property: 360 Riley Avenue, Mattituck; CTM 143-5-8.
The Board of Appeals will hear all persons, or their representatives, desiring to be heard or desiring to
submit wdtten statements, before the conclusion of each hearing. Each hearing will not start earlier
than designated above. Files are available for review at 54375 Main Road (at Youngs Avenue),
Southold before the date of the hearing. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call (631)
765-1809.
Dated: September 29, 2005.
BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
RUTH D. OLIVA, CHAIRWOMAN
By Linda Kowalski
FORM NO. 3
NOTICE OF DISAPPROVAL
DATE: June 8, 2005
AMENDED: July 12, 2005
TO:
Anthony Kropp
23 Nimitz Street
Huntington, NY l 1743-6253
Please take notice that your application dated June 2, 2005
For permit to construct additions and alterations to an existing single family dwelling and
reconstruction of an accessory garage and an accessory shed at
Location of property 360 Riley Avenue, Mattituck, NY
County Tax Map No. 1000 - Section 143 Block~5 Lot~8
Is returned herewith and disapproved on the folloxving grounds:
The proposed additions and alterations, on this non-conforming 20,778 square foot parcel in the R-
40 District, is not permitted pursuant to Article XXVI, Section 100-244, which states that non-
conforming lots, measuring bem, een 20,000 and 39,999 square feet in total size, require a minimum
single side yard setback of 15 feet.
Following the proposed additions and alterations, the dwelling will have a single side yard setback of
+/- 4.4 feet.
In addition~ the proposed reconstruction of the accessory shed and accessor,y garage are not
permitted pursuant to Article lII~ Section I00-33~ which states that such structures "shall be set
back no less than 5 feet from any lot line."
The existing accessory shed is noted as being +/- 1.16 feet from the side yard line and the existing
accessory garage is noted as being +/- 2.67 feet from the side yard line. Both structure will
remain in that location following reconstruction.
This Notice of Disapproval was amended on July 12~ 2005 to address the proposed
reconstruction of the existing accessory buildings.
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Note to Applicant: Any change or deviation to the above referenced application may require
additional review from the Southold Town Building Department.
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APPLICATION TO THE SOUTHOLD TOWN BOARD OF APPEALS
ParcelLocation: HouseNo. 360 Street Riley Avenue Hamlet Mattituck
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SCTMi000Secflon143BIock 5 Lot(s). 8 Lot~i~e ~q ~:~-~oneDistrlct R-40
! (WE) APPEAL THE WRITTEN DETERMIN/kTION OF THE BUILDING INSPECTOR
OwuerasAppHeant: Anthony R, Kropp
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Address: 23 Nimitz Street Huntington, NY 11743
Telephone: (631) 549-9240 Fax: (631) 423-3661
Telephone: 7 ~-o~ ~9 Fax: ~,~ ¢
Please specify who you wish correspondence to be marled to, from the above listed names:
~ Applicant/Owner(s) ~ Authorized Representative ~ Other:
WHEREBY THE BUILDING INSPECTOR DENIED AN APPLICATION DATED
FOR:
~ Building Permit
~ Certificate of Occupancy D Pre-Certificate of Occupancy
[3 Change of Use
[] Permit for As-Bnilt Construction
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Other:
Provision of the Zoning Ordinance Appealed. Indicate Article, Section, Subsection and paragraph
of Zoning Ordinance by numbers. Do not quo~-~th~ode. ' A- 4~.~ ~~.~
Type of AppeaL An Appeal is made for:
2tA Variance to the Zoning Code or Zoning Map.
[3 A Variance due to lack ofoceess required by New York Town Law-Section 280-A.
~110terpretalion of the Town Cede, Article Section
~ Reversal or Other
A prior appeal [] has ~ has not been made with respect to this property UNDER Appeal
No. Year
REASONS FOR APPEA~ (additional sheets may be used with applicant's signature): .,41~A V~C£ I~A$ON$:
(1) An undesirable change ~ not be produced in the C~U%RACT~R of the neighborhood or a
de~rimeat to nearby properties if granted, because:
See Attached Description
(2) The benefit sought by the appl/eant CANNOT be achieved by some method feasible for the
applicant to pursue, other than an area variance, because:
See Attached Description
(3) The amount of relief requested is not substantial because:
See Attached Description
(4) The variance will NOT have an adverse effect or impact on the physical or env~ronmentel conclitinns
in the neighborhood or diatrict because:
See Attached Description
(5) Has the a~eged d~ficulty been self~reated? ( )Yes, or ( )No. See Attached Description
This is the MINIMUM that is necessary and adequate, and at the same time preserve and protect the
character of the neighborhood and the health, safety, and welfare of the community.
Ckzek ~ box I ) IF A USE V,4~,IANCE IS BEING REQ[YF~TED, AND PLEASE COMPLETE THE ATTACHED USE VARIANCE
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Letter from Searles, Stromski, AssociateslKrop #5760
May 11, 2006
This will confirm that the building dimension as described by May 8, 2006 correspondence
with enclosures from Robert Stromski, A.I.A. is acceptable. The three foot difference in
size is not within the setback area that is restricted by the Code or the ZBA decision. The
decision under Appeal No. 5760 referred to the size 15.2 by 21.45 that was applied for
when the application was being processed at that time.
For the above reason, the 18.2 ft. by 21.45 ft. size is acceptable, provided the minimum
4'8" setback from the side property line at both ends of the new construction is met. A new
application is not necessary since there is no increase in the degree of nonconformity or
creation of new nonconformity.
cc: Robert Stromski, A.I.A.
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During the variance procelll the Soard of Appeals requested that the southerly shed be reduced by approximately three
Feet to a new dimension of 1 S' x 21.+5' . Since that decision my dlent has asked that we add three feet to the easterly
side of the shed, which is shown in the attached sketch. The building deparbnent is questioning that the variance
stipulated a specific size for the shed. I explained that the three foot extension is not encroaching on any setback and that
no lot coverage iasues existed. The building department would like a darlRcation from your office that the proposed
extension does not go against the Intention of the granted variance. Pleale ca.ll me with any questions.
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ZB File No. 5760 - Anthony R and Joanne E. Kropp
Property locatlon: 360 Riley Avenue, Mattituck
CTM 143-5-8
SEORA DETERMINATION: The Zoning Board of Appeals has visited the property under
consideration in this applestion and determines that this review faUs under the Type II category of
the State's List of Actions. without an adverse effect on the environment if the project is Implemented
as planned.
PROPERTY FACTS/DESCRIPTION: The applicant's 20,757 sq. ft. parcel has 75 feet along the
south side 01 Riley Avenue and is Improved with a single-story dwelling and two accessory buildings,
es shown on the June 20, 2001 land survey prepared by Stanley J. Isaksen. Jr.
BASIS OF APPLICATION: Building Department's July 12, 2005 Notice of Disapproval, citing
Sections 100-33 and 1 ()()'244 in Its denial of an application for a bUilding pennlt 10 construct: (a)
proposed additlons and alterations to the existing dweHing at less than 15 feet on a single side yard;
(b) proposed construction of a new accessory shed with new height, replacing the existing shed, and
construction 01 a new accessory garage/shed in a location at less than the code-requlred five (5)
feet.
FINDINGS OF FACT
The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on this application on October 20, 2005 at which
time written and 0llI1 eVidence were presented. Based upon all testimony, documentation, personal
inspection of the property. and other evidence, the Zoning Board finds the following facts 10 be true
and relevant:
AREA VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicants are requesting relief from the code's side yard
setback Imitations, required 10 be at a minimum of five (5) from the property Hnes for the new
constnJction related to two acesssory buildings. and minimum 15 ft. required setback for part of the
new additions, releled 10 a proposed gal'llge on the west side of the dwening. as shown on the May
17.2005 site plan, reVised 6-27-05, by Searles. Stromsld and Associates.
The proposed 12' ~ 24' garage addition on the west side of the dwelling will be 5'2" from the westerly
lot line ITI8lIsured from the northwest corner, and 4'4" measured from the southwest comer. The
roof Is of a design that will have a slope lower than the common 12-12 pitcl1.
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Z8 File Ref. 5760 - A. and J. Kropp
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The roof will be refremed on the smaKer, preexisting 10'6" x 12'5" (northerly) shed, and the setbacks
will not be changed from Itle present location Z7" and Z8" from the westerly lot line, The heJghtto
the roof ridge wiD not exceed 14 feet, and is proposed to be changed from a gambrel roof 10 a
reverse gable with shed donner, to match the home.
The southerly shed is In need of mlllor structurel repairs and reconslnJclion. Some repairs were
commenced without town permits, and the work stopped when a stop work order was issued In
2003. The dimensions of the floor area of the southerly shed are 18.2' x 21.45' x 15' x 16.55',
located 1'2" and 1'6" from the westerly lot line and approximately 4 feet from the southerly Iolline, all
at its closest points.
REQUEST FOR ALTERNATE RELIEF: During the October 20,2005 public hearing, the applicant
was requested 10 consider an alternative regarding the southerly shed slab to cut the buHdlng beck
by three feet off the property line, eliminating the side closer 10 the propertY Une. The applicant
replied "if thai's the option given by the Board," then he "certaInly would follow Ihat
recommendation." The alternative relief will bring the proposed new reconstruction of this shed Into
more confonnlly with the code-required 5 ft minimum selllack from the westerly propertY line.
REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION: On the basis of testimony presented, materials submilled and
personal inspections. the Board makes the following findings:
1. Grant of alternative relief will not produce an undesirable change in the character of the
neighborhood or a detr\mentlo nearby properties. The applicants have a narrow lot of only 75 feet
which make a side addition dilllcull w~hout some type of setback relief. Consldering the lot has
frontage on the water and Is alreadY Improved. the preference is to buIld a garage addition to the
home near the entrance driveway, rattler than on the opposite waterside of the properly, and 10
reconstruct a shed on the existing (southerly) slab and reconstruct the roof on the northerly shed,
utIflzing the structure that exists building. The altemative reUef will bring the proposed new
reconstruction of the southerly shed into more confonnlly with the code-required 5 fl. minimum
setback from the westerly property line, for a 4 fl. minimum setback from the property lines. The
walerside of the property Is already Improved with two accessory buildings, and the appHcanls
wishes 10 keep the views presenUy enjoyed in the southerly yard. without new building construction.
2. The beneflt sought by the applicants cannot be achieved by some method, feasible for the
applicant to pursue, other than an area variance.
3. The variances granted are subslantial. The code requires a minimum ci 15 feet on the westerly
side of the dwelling, and the relief granted for the new garage addition Is a 65% reduction from Itle
code. The code also requires a minimum of 5 fl. setback from the property lines for the accessory
sheds, and the relief grented Is a reduction of 2'5" from this requirement for the northerly shed. The
alternative relief for the soulherly shed is a reduction of 18% from the code required 5 ft. setback.
allowing a minimum setback of 4 feet (4'2") for the southerly shed. The bulk schedule of the code
also provides for setback reductions, without variances, when a lot has a narrow width and lot sIze,
as compared 10 the requirements for confotming-sized lots In this zone district.
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4. The dlfllculty has been self-created The appllcants acquired a ncnconforming nalTOW, 75 II. lot
on the water approximately 20 years ago, and the plans were designed for naw constructJon without
looking into the local zoning requirements.
5. No evidence has been submitted to suggest that a varlance In this resldential community will
hava an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions In the neighborhood. The area
consists of homes that are closer to the street, and some area falr1y nalTOW lots with hou5es close to
the lot fines. The applicant obtained approvals from tha Town Board of Trustees and an application
Is pending with the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation concerning environmentally
sansllive areas under the wetland codes.
6. Grant of alternative relief is the minimum action necessary and adequate to enable the applicants
to enjoy the benefits of an addition to the dwelting and upgraded shed construction. while preserving
and protecting the character of the neighborhood and the health, safety and welfare of the
community.
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD: In conslderlng all of the above factors and applying the balancing
test under New YOlk Town Law 267-8, motion was offered by Chairwoman Oliva, seconded by
Member Dinlzlo, and dUly camed, to
DENY the variance for the requested location of constnJctionlreconstruction of the 18.2 x
21.45 ft. garage (southerly) shed at 1'2" and 1'6" from the WBstarly side line, and to
GRANT a variance at 4'2" atlls closest point to the westerly (side) lot fine, for the southerly
garagefshed (when the size is reduced to 15' x 21.45'), and elevation not to exceed 14 feel
to the top of the ridge as shown on the Elevation Dlagrem A-1 dated 7129/05, prepared by
Searles, Stromskf, Associates, and III
GRANT the variances for the new single-story garage addition to the dwaUing, and for roof
reconstruction of the northerly shed in its existing location. as shown on the May 17, 2005
site plan, revised 6-27-05, and Floor Plans A-1 and A-2 last daled 6127105, prepared by
Searles. Slromskl and Associates, SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
The easterly side yard of 20 feat of the dwelling shall remaln open and unobstructed.
The accessory buildings shall not be used for dwelling or livable floor area, and shall not
be rented.
This action does not authorize or condone any current or future use, setback or other feature of the
subject properly that may violate the Zoning Code, other than such uses, setbacks and other
features as are llXpl1l&sly addressed In this action.
Vole of the Board: Ayas: Members Oliva (Chairwoman), Goehringer, Dlnlzio, and Simon. (Member
Orlando was absent.) This Resoluli?fss duly adopted (4-0).
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Office Location:
M:lilinl! Address:
Town Annex IFirst Floor, North Fork Bank
54375 Main Road (at Youngs Avenue)
Southold. NY 11971
53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971-0959
http://southoldtown.northfork.net
BOARD OF APPEALS.
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
Tel. (631) 765-1809 Fax (631) 765-9064
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
RE:
DATE:
Building Department
Gerard P. Goehringer, ZBA Chairman Pro Tern
Letter from Searles, Stromski, Associates/Kropp ZBA #5760
May II, 2006
This will confirm that the building dimension as described by May 8, 2006 correspondence
with enclosures from Robert Stromski, A.I.A. is acceptable. The three foot difference in
size is not within the setback area that is restricted by the Code or the ZBA decision. The
decision under Appeal No. 5760 referred to the size 15.2 by 21.45 that was applied for
when the application was being processed at that time.
For the above reason, the 18.2 ft. by 21.45 ft. size is acceptable, provided the minimum
4'8" setback from the side property line at both ends of the new construction is met. A new
application is not necessary since there is no increase in the degree of nonconformity or
creation of new nonconformity.
cc: Robert Stromski, A.I.A.
Searles, Stromski, Associates
131 Route 25A, Suite 3
Rocky Point, NY 11779
Fax 744-6654
Tel 744-2852