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BOARD MEMBERS
Leslie Kanes Weisman, Chairperson
Gerard P. Goehringer
George Homing
Ken Schneider
Southold Town Hall
53095 Main Road · P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971-0959
Office Location:
Town Annex/First Floor, Capital One Bank
54375 Main Road (at Youngs Avenue)
Southold, NY I 197 t
http://southoldtown.northfork.net
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
Tel. (631) 765-1809 · Fax (631) 765-9064
FINDINGS, DELIBERATIONS AND DETERMINATION
MEETING OF MARCH 21, 2013
RECEIVED
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ZBA FILE No.: SE 6617 AMENDED
NAME OF APPLICANT: New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc. SCTM# 1000-117-08-18
PROPERTY LOCATION: 650 First St., (adj. to Cutchogue Harbor) New Suffolk, NY
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 further steps under SEQRA.
SUFFOLK COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE CODE: This application was referred as required
under the Suffolk County Administrative Code Sections A 14-14 to 23, and the Suffolk Count5'
Department of Planning issued its reply dated Dec. 13, 2012, stating that this application is
considered a matter for local determination as there appears to be no significant county-wide or
inter-community impact.
LWRP DETERMINATION: This application was referred for review under Chapter 268,
Waterfront Consistency review of the Town of Southold Town Code and the Local Waterfront
Revitalization Program (LWRP) Policy Standards. The LWRP Coordinator issued a
recommendation dated Jan. 3, 2013. Based upon the information provided on the LWRP
Consistency Assessment Form submitted to this department, as well as the records available to us,
it is our recommendation that the proposed action is CONSISTENT with LWRP policy standards
and therefore is CONSISTENT with the LWRP. The program supports the historic restaurant use
through policy 10.1 (b).
PROPERTY FACTS/DESCRIPTION: The applicant has represented that the subject property,
denoted as Parcel 1, has a lot area of 100636 SF of which 93588 SF is upland/buildable land.
Parcel 1 is the resultant area of Tax Lot 18 after a proposed re-subdivision (Lot line modification)
which is presently pending before the Planning Board. Tax Lot 18, before the re-subdivision,
previously had two Permitted Uses operating concurrently, a Restaurant Use and a Marina Use.
Parcel 1 fronts First Street for 272.54 feet at its western boundary, fronts Main Street for 242.44
feet and Parcel 2 for 108.7 feet at its southern boundary. It has 631 +/- feet along Cutchogue
Harbor to the east and 254.46 feet on the northern property line. The parcel is improved with a
Barn/Storage building, a 1-Story Marina Accessory Building, a building used previously (and as
recently as 2007) as a 95-seat Restaurant (now in disrepair), a Boat Basin, and a historical
monument denoting the parcel as the location of the nation's First Submarine Base. The subject
Page 2 of 4- March 21, 2013
ZBA File#6617SE- NSWF Fund, [nc.
parcel also has a beach area. All as shown as Parcel 1 on the Survey/Site Plan entitled "New
Suffolk Waterfront Lot Change", Sheet No. 1 of 1, dated July 5, 2012, last revised on 10/24/2012
"NSWF, lnc Comments" prepared by Barrett, Bonacci & Van Weele, PC, stamped by Martin A.
Read, L.S.
RELIEF REQUESTED: The Building Inspector has determined that the previous Restaurant Use
has expired. Therefore the applicant is required to apply for the permitted Restaurant Use by
special exception by the Board of Appeals. The applicant proposes a Restaurant Use in a Mil
district in accordance with Zoning Ordinance, Article XIII, Section 280-55, Subsection B(1).
B. Uses permitted by special exception by the Board of Appeals. The following uses are permitted
as a special exception by the Board of Appeals, as hereinafter provided, subject to site plan
approval by the Planning Board:
(l) Restaurants, excluding outdoor counter service, drive-ins or curb-service establishments. Such
prohibition shall not prevent service at tables on a covered or uncovered terrace or porch incidental
to a restaurant. The proposed Restaurant Use is shown on the map prepared by Joseph Fischetti,
P.E., dated February 2, 2013, entitled "New Suffolk Waterfront", Parking Requirements, Sheet No.
1.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
There were many letters, emails and testimony received in support of the proposed Restaurant Use.
There were also letters, emails and testimony received voicing concern that the new Restaurant Use
may increase problems with insufficient parking, traffic congestion, and increased flooding during
storms.
FINDINGS OF FACT/REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION:
The Zoning Board of Appeals held public hearings on this application on January 3, 2013 and
February 7, 2013, at which time written and oral evidence were presented. Based upon alt
testimony, documentation, personal inspection of the property and surrounding neighborhood, and
other evidence, the Zoning Board finds the following facts to be true and relevant and makes the
following findings:
The Board has reviewed the General Standards governing Special Exception uses set forth in
Section 280-142 and finds:
A. That the Restaurant Use as proposed will not prevent the orderly and reasonable use of
adjacent properties or of properties in adjacent use districts. The Restaurant Use is
proposed in its existing location and at a smaller scale than what previously existed upon
this parcel (66 seats as opposed to the original 95 seats). While concerns were expressed
by some residents about the required parking, traffic and new septic system upgrade that a
renovated restaurant would require, the applicant shows an adequate parking yield on the
subject parcel for the proposed restaurant use in its current location, in addition to parking
for a proposed 15 slip marina, as shown on the site plan dated Feb. 2, 2013. Additionally,
the required review and site plan approval by the Southold Town Planning Board, the
Suffolk County Department of Health Services and the DEC will provide mitigation
measures to address potential adverse impacts, including impacts to scenic view sheds.
Page 3 of 4- March 21, 2013
ZBA File#6617SE NSWF Fund, lnc
CTM: 1000-117-8-18
Moreover, no evidence was presented to indicate that the previous Restaurant Use
prevented the orderly and reasonable use of adjacent properties. Therefore, the Board
concludes that the proposed Restaurant Use will not prevent the orderly and reasonable use
of adjacent properties or of properties in adjacent use districts.
B. That the Restaurant Use will not prevent the orderly and reasonable use of permitted or
legally established uses in the district wherein the requested use is located or of permitted
or legally established uses in adjacent use districts. There was evidence presented by verbal
and written testimony implying that the various permitted and legally established uses in
this district are in deficit of available parking areas to support all of the present uses. The
proposed Restaurant Use will be required to supply the needed parking requirements on the
subject parcel and address any detriment to permitted or legally established uses during the
required site plan review by the Planning Board.
C. That the safety, the health, the welfare, the comfort, the convenience or the order of the
town will not be adversely affected by the proposed use and its location. The proposed
Restaurant Use will re-establish a use that has long existed harmoniously on the subject
property and at a less intense, smaller scale operation.. Additionally, no evidence was
presented to indicate that the previous Restaurant Use adversely affected the safety, the
health, the welfare, the comfort, the convenience or the order of the town. Therefore, the
Board concludes that the Restaurant Use as proposed will not adversely affect the safety,
the health, the welfare, the comfort, the convenience or the order of the town.
D. That the Restaurant Use will be in harmony with and promote the general purposes and
intent of this chapter. The proposed Restaurant Use is a permitted use by special exception
by the Board of Appeals in this Marine II District. A Restaurant Use previously existed on
this parcel and the applicant proposes to re-establish the same use.
E. That the Restaurant Use will be compatible with its surroundings and with the character
of the neighborhood and of the community in general, particularly with regard to visibility,
scale and overall appearance. A Restaurant Use previously existed on this parcel and was
compatible with the character of this neighborhood and community. The Restaurant Use as
proposed includes renovating and improving the existing structure, which is currently in
disrepair, and operating at a less intense scale than what previously existed. The
compatibility of the proposed restaurant's overall appearance and visibility will be
addressed during Site Plan Review and approval.
F. That all proposed structures, equipment and material shall be readily accessible for fire
and police protection because site plan approval by the Planning Board will insure same.
G. That the proposal complies with the requirements of Chapter 236, Storm water
Management, or in the alternative, the Zoning Board of Appeals shall condition such
approval on compliance with the requirements of Chapter 236, Storm water Management.
Site Plan Review and approval will insure compliance with the requirements of Chapter
236, Storm water Management. Required improvements to the sanitary system, flood plain
compliance, and site drainage will improve the treatment of sanitary waste, which will
benefit the adjacent wetland areas and improve the Peconic Bay ecosystem.
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ZBA Fite#6617SE NSWF Fund, lnc
CTM: 1000-117-8-18
The Board has given consideration to the "Matters to be considered" governing Special Exception
uses set forth in Section 280-143, A through P, in making this determination.
BOARD RESOLUTION: In considering all of the above factors, motion was offered by Member
Schneider, seconded by Member Weisman (Chairperson), and duly carried to
GRANT, a Special Exception, as applied for, and shown on the map prepared by Joseph Fischetti,
P.E., dated February 2, 2013, entitled "New Suffolk Waterfront", Parking Requirements, Sheet No.
1.
SUBJECT TO THE Ih'OLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. Final site plan approval by the Southold Town Planning Board, the Department of Health
Services, the DEC and any other regulatory agency from which permits and approvals
must be obtained
2. Any future variance relief from the Board of Appeals that may be required
3. The Board reserves the right to further review any changes in the intensity of use for the
restaurant as proposed in this application and described in this decision.
4. The Special Exception Permit granted herein may involve a change in occupancy or a
change in use or a change within a classification of the occupancy. Therefore, as a
condition of approval, the applicant must contact the Building Department to make the
determination whether or not a Building Permit is required and that changes will be NYS
Code compliant.
That the above conditions be written into lhe Building Inspector's Certificate of Occupancy, when
Any violations of the conditions, occupancy or other requirements described herein, may require a
public hearing before the Zoning Board of Appeals to review potential action to revoke the Special
Exception permit as granted herein.
BOARD RESOLTION: Motion to amend this decision was offered by Member Weisman
(Chairperson), seconded by Member Schneider, and duly carried to;
AMEND the language under Findings, paragraph "A".
Vote of the Board: Ayes: Members: Weisman (Chairperson,) Homing, Goehringer, Schneider This Resolution was
duly adopted (4-0).
Leslie Kanes Weisman, Chairperson
Approved for filing O /~9~ /2013
BOARD MEMBERS
Leslie Kanes Weisman, Chairperson
Gerard P. Goehringer
George Homing
Ken Schneider
http://southoldtown.northfork.net
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
Tel. (631) 765-1809 · Fax (631) 765-9064
Southold Town Hall
53095 Main Road · P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971-0959
Office Location:
Town Annex/First Floor, Capital One Bank
54375 Main Road (at Youngs Avenue)
Southold, NY 11971
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FINDINGS, DELIBERATIONS AND DETERMINATION
MEETING OF FEBRUARY 28, 2013
ZBA FILE No.: SE 6617
NAME OF APPLICANT: New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc. SCTM# 1000-117-08-18
PROPERTY LOCATION: 650 First St., (adj. to Cutchogue Harbor) New Suffolk, NY
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 further steps under SEQRA.
SUFFOLK COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE CODE: This application was referred as required
under the Suffolk County Administrative Code Sections A 14-14 to 23, and the Suffolk County
Department of Planning issued its reply dated Dec. 13, 2012, stating that this application is
considered a matter for local determination as there appears to be no significant county-wide or
inter-community impact.
LWRP DETERMINATION: This application was referred for review under Chapter 268,
Waterfront Consistency review of the Town of Southold Town Code and the Local Waterfront
Revitalization Program (LWRP) Policy Standards. The LWRP Coordinator issued a
recommendation dated Jan. 3, 2013. Based upon the information provided on the LWRP
Consistency Assessment Form submitted to this department, as well as the records available to us,
it is our recommendation that the proposed action is CONSISTENT with LWRP policy standards
and therefore is CONSISTENT with the LWRP. The program supports the historic restaurant use
through policy 10.1(b).
PROPERTY FACTS/DESCRIPTION: The applicant has represented that the subject property,
denoted as Parcel 1, has a lot area of 100636 SF of which 93588 SF is upland/buildabte land.
Parcel 1 is the resultant area of Tax Lot 18 after a proposed re-subdivision (Lot line modification)
which is presently pending before the Planning Board. Tax Lot 18, before the re-subdivision,
previously had two Permitted Uses operating concurrently, a Restaurant Use and a Marina Use.
Parcel 1 fronts First Street for 272.54 feet at its western boundary, fronts Main Street for 242.44
feet and Parcel 2 for 108.7 feet at its southern boundary. It has 631 +/- feet along Cutchogue
Harbor to the east and 254.46 feet on the northern property line. The parcel is improved with a
Barn/Storage building, a 1-Story Marina Accessory Building, a building used previously (and as
recently as 2007) as a 95-seat Restaurant (now in disrepair), a Boat Basin, and a historical
monument denoting the parcel as the location of the nation's First Submarine Base. The subject
Page 2 of 4 - February 28, 2013
ZBA File#6617SE- NSWF Fund, Inc.
parcel also has a beach area. All as shown as Parcel 1 on the Survey/Site Plan entitled "New
Suffolk Waterfront Lot Change", Sheet No. 1 of 1, dated July 5, 2012, last revised on 10/24/2012
"NSWF, Inc Comments" prepared by Barrett, Bonacci & Van Weele, PC, stamped by Martin A.
Read, L.S.
RELIEF REQUESTED: The Building Inspector has determined that the previous Restaurant Use
has expired. Therefore the applicant is required to apply for the permitted Restaurant Use by
special exception by the Board of Appeals. The applicant proposes a Restaurant Use in a MIl
district in accordance with Zoning Ordinance, Article XIII, Section 280-55, Subsection B(1).
B. Uses permitted by special exception by the Board of Appeals. The following uses are permitted
as a special exception by the Board of Appeals, as hereinafter provided, subject to site plan
approval by the Planning Board:
(1) Restaurants, excluding outdoor counter service, drive-ins or curb-service establishments. Such
prohibition shall not prevent service at tables on a covered or uncovered terrace or porch incidental
to a restaurant. The proposed Restaurant Use is shown on the map prepared by Joseph Fischetti,
P.E., dated February 2, 2013, entitled "New Suffolk Waterfront", Parking Requirements, Sheet No.
1.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
There were many letters, emails and testimony received in support of the proposed Restaurant Use.
There were also letters, emails and testimony received voicing concern that the new Restaurant Use
may increase problems with insufficient parking, traffic congestion, and increased flooding during
storms.
FINDINGS OF FACT/REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION:
The Zoning Board of Appeals held public hearings on this application on January 3, 2013 and
February 7, 2013, at which time written and oral evidence were presented. Based upon all
testimony, documentation, personal inspection of the property and surrounding neighborhood, and
other evidence, the Zoning Board finds the following facts to be true and relevant and makes the
following findings:
The Board has reviewed the General Standards governing Special Exception uses set forth in
Section 280-142 and finds:
A. That the Restaurant Use as proposed will not prevent the orderly and reasonable use of
adjacent properties or of properties in adjacent use districts. The Restaurant Use is
proposed in its existing location and at a smaller scale than what previously existed upon
this parcel (66 seats as opposed to the original 95 seats). The applicant's agent also
represented that the restaurant use was proposed to be accessory to the primary marina use
that has also historically existed on the subject parcel. While concerns were expressed by
some residents about the required parking, traffic and new septic system upgrade that a
renovated restaurant would require, the applicant shows an adequate parking yield on the
subject parcel for the proposed restaurant use in its current location, in addition to parking
for a proposed 15 slip marina, as shown on the site plan dated Feb. 2, 2013. Additionally,
the required review and site plan approval by the Southold Town Planning Board, the
Suffolk County Department of Health Services and the DEC will provide mitigation
measures to address potential adverse impacts, including impacts to scenic view sheds.
Page 3 of 4 February 28, 2013
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Moreover, no evidence was presented to indicate that the previous Restaurant Use
prevented the orderly and reasonable use of adjacent properties. Therefore, the Board
concludes that the proposed Restaurant Use will not prevent the orderly and reasonable use
of adjacent properties or of properties in adjacent use districts.
B. That the Restaurant Use will not prevent the orderly and reasonable use of permitted or
legally established uses in the district wherein the requested use is located or of permitted
or legally established uses in adjacent use districts. There was evidence presented by verbal
and written testimony implying that the various permitted and legally established uses in
this district are in deficit of available parking areas to support all of the present uses. The
proposed Restaurant Use will be required to supply the needed parking requirements on the
subject parcel and address any detriment to permitted or legally established uses during the
required site plan review by the Planning Board.
C. That the safety, the health, the welfare, the comfort, the convenience or the order of the
town will not be adversely affected by the proposed use and its location. The proposed
Restaurant Use will re-establish a use that has long existed harmoniously on the subject
property and at a less intense, smaller scale operation.. Additionally, no evidence was
presented to indicate that the previous Restaurant Use adversely affected the safety, the
health, the welfare, the comfort, the convenience or the order of the town. Therefore, the
Board concludes that the Restaurant Use as proposed will not adversely affect the safety,
the health, the welfare, the comfort, the convenience or the order of the town.
D. That the Restaurant Use will be in harmony with and promote the general purposes and
intent of this chapter. The proposed Restaurant Use is a permitted use by special exception
by the Board of Appeals in this Marine I1 District. A Restaurant Use previously existed on
this parcel and the applicant proposes to re-establish the same use.
E. That the Restaurant Use will be compatible with its surroundings and with the character
of the neighborhood and of the community in general, particularly with regard to visibility,
scale and overall appearance. A Restaurant Use previously existed on this parcel and was
compatible with the character of this neighborhood and community. The Restaurant Use as
proposed includes renovating and improving the existing structure, which is currently in
disrepair, and operating at a less intense scale than what previously existed. The
compatibility of the proposed restaurant's overall appearance and visibility will be
addressed during Site Plan Review and approval.
F. That all proposed structures, equipment and material shall be readily accessible for fire
and police protection because site plan approval by the Planning Board will insure same.
G. That the proposal complies with the requirements of Chapter 236, Storm water
Management, or in the alternative, the Zoning Board of Appeals shall condition such
approval on compliance with the requirements of Chapter 236, Storm water Management.
Site Plan Review and approval will insure compliance with the requirements of Chapter
236, Storm water Management. Required improvements to the sanitary system, flood plain
compliance, and site drainage will improve the treatment of sanitary waste, which will
benefit the adjacent wetland areas and improve the Peconic Bay ecosystem.
Page 4 of 4 - February 28, 2013
ZBA File#6617SE - NSWF Fund, Inc.
CTM: 1000-117-8-18
The Board has given consideration to the "Matters to be considered" governing Special Exception
uses set forth in Section 280-143, A through P, in making this determination.
BOARD RESOLUTION: In considering all of the above factors, motion was offered by Member
Schneider, seconded by Member Weisman (Chairperson), and duly carried to
GRANT., a Special Exception, as applied for, and shown on the map prepared by Joseph Fischetti,
P.E., dated February 2, 2013, entitled "New Suffolk Waterfront", Parking Requirements, Sheet No.
1.
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. Final site plan approval by the Southold Town Planning Board, the Department of Health
Services, the DEC and any other regulatory agency from which permits and approvals
must be obtained
2. Any future variance relief from the Board of Appeals that may be required
3. The Board reserves the right to further review any changes in the intensity of use for the
restaurant as proposed in this application and described in this decision.
4. The Special Exception Permit granted herein may involve a change in occupancy or a
change in use or a change within a classification of the occupancy. Therefore, as a
condition of approval, the applicant must contact the Building Department to make the
determination whether or not a Building Permit is required and that changes will be NYS
Code compliant.
That the above conditions be written into the Building Inspector's Certificate of Occupancy, when
issued
Any violations of the conditions, occupancy or other requirements described herein, may require a
public hearing before the Zoning Board of Appeals to review potential action to revoke the Special
Exception permit as granted herein.
Vote of the Board: Ayes: Members: Weistnan (Chairperson,) Horning, Goehringer, Schneider. This Resolution was
duly adopted (4-0).
Approved for filing ~ / 5 f/2013
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COVER
CUTCHOGUE HARBOR
INFORMATION USED ON THIS SURVEY BY:
BARRETT BONACCI & VAN WEELE, PC
SURVEYED: JULY 5,2012
February 02, 20~.3
SCALE: NTSI'L ~,
SHEET NO:
OFFICE LOCATION:
Town Hall Annex
54375 State Route 25
(cor. Main Rd. & Youngs Ave.)
Southold, NY 11971
MAILING ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971
Telephone: 631 765-1938
Fax: 631 765-3136
LOCAL WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PROGRAM
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
MEMORANDUM
RECEIVED
To:
Leslie Weisman, Chair
Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals
BOARD OF APPEALS
From: Mark Terry,
Principal Planner
LWRP Coordinator
Date: January 3, 2013
Re
Coastal Consistency Review for ZBA File Ref NEW SUFFOLK WATERFRONT FUND, INC. -
#6617
SCTM#1000-117-8-18
NEW SUFFOLK WATERFRONT FUND, INC. -#6617 - Request for Special Exception per Article XlII
Section 280-55 (B) 1 to operate a restaurant in a Marine II (Mil) District, located at: 650 First Street
(corner Jackson Street, Main Street) (adj. to Cutchogue Harbor) New Suffolk, NY. SCTM#1000-117-8-
18
The proposed action has been reviewed to Chapter 268, Waterfront Consistency Review of the Town of
Southold Town Code and the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) Policy Standards.
Based upon the information provided on the LWRP Consistency Assessment Form submitted to this
department, as well as the records available to me, it is my determination that the proposed action is
CONSISTENT with the policy standards and therefore CONSISTENT with the LWRP. The program
supports the historic restaurant use through policy 10.1 (b) referenced below.
(b)
Improve the economic viability of water-dependent uses by allowing for non-water
dependent accessory and multiple uses, particularly water enhanced and maritime support
services where sufficient upland exists.
The term water-enhanced use means a use or activity which does not require a location
adjacent to coastal waters, but whose location on the waterfront adds to the public use and
enjoyment of the water's edge. Water-enhanced uses are primarily recreational, cultural,
retail, or entertainment in nature. These uses may be necessary for the successful financial
operation and viability of water-dependent uses.
The operation of a restaurant (water enhanced use) supports the above policy.
Cc: Jennifer Andaloro, Assistant Town Attorney
Joanne Minieri
Deputy County Executive and Commissioner
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
BOARD OF ~,ppE~LS
Steven Bellone
SUFFOLK COUNTY EXECUTIVE
Department of
Economic Development and Planning
Town of Southold ZBA
PO Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971
Att: Leslie K. Weisman, Chair
Dear Ms. Weisman:
December 13, 2012
Division of Planning
and Environment
Pursuant to the requirements of Sections A 14-14 thru A 14-25 of the Suffolk County Administrative
Code, the following application submitted to the Suffolk County Planning Commission is to be a
matter for local determination as there appears to be no significant county-wide or inter-community
impacts. A decision of local determination should not be construed as either an approval or
disapproval.
Applicant
Municipal File Number
Jachimowicz, Mariusz
New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc.
6612
6616 & 6617
Very truly yours,
Sarah Lansdale
Director of Planning
Theodore R. Klein
Senior Planner
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD, NEW YORK
Phone (631) 765-1509 (631) 765-9064
APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL EXCEPTION
Application No.
Date Filed:
TO THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS, SOUTHOLD, NEW YORK:
RECEIVED
NOV 1 9
BOARD OF APPEALS
Parcel Location: House No. ~-O~''/ Street rr'~tt/}'P
Contact phone numbers: $;~/- ?.q~'_ _ ~'-__~
SCTM 1000 Section/000 Block ~ Lot(s)
~pt, tjlicant(s), --.
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hereby apply to THE ZO~NG BO~ OF ~PEALS for a SPHCIAL EXCEPTION in accordance with
~e ZONIN60~C~, ~TICLE ~ , SECTION~-~, SUBSECTION ~ (0 ~
for ~e following uses and p~oses; ~ ~ ~
as shown on the attached survey/site plan drawn to scale. Site Plan review 1121~S or I ] IS NOT required.
A. Statement of Ownership and Interest:
~ ~.~; )l~tf-.-~is (are)the owner(s) of property known and referred
(House No., Street, Hamlet)
identified on the Suffolk County Tax Maps as District 1000, Section //7 , Block ~ , Lot
/~ , and shown on the attached deed.
"The above-described property was acquired by the owner on .~.~f---. /~ ~O[(~
B. The applicant alleges that the approval of this exception would be in harmony with the intent and
purpose of said zoning ordinance and that the proposed use conforms to the standards prescribed therefore in
said ordinance and would not be detrimental to property or persons in the neighborhood for the following
reasons: ~ ~ ~Scgctj&;~t..~t4..7~
C. The property which is subject of this application is zoned ~;)~ ~ and [ I.~s consistent
with the use(s) described in the CO (attach copy), or [ ] is not consistent with the CO being furnished
herewith for the following reason(s):
[ ] is vacant land.
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK)
STATE OF NEW YORK) ,, __ (Sign, il&re)
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(Notar~L~ublic) '~'
DONNA McGAHAN
Notary Public, State of New York
No. 01 M04851459
Qualified in Suffolk County
Commission Expires Aug. 18, ~,~
Special Exception - Statement
New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc. (NSWF)
650 First Street, New Suffolk, NY 11956
I~OARD OF APPEA/.~
This application is for a special exception for the future use of the former Galley Ho building
as a restaurant, as described below. It is not for renovation or construction of the restaurant, as
that will be the subject of a further application detailing location, plans and other specifics
required. However, prior to conveyance of a major portion of the property to Robins Island
Holdings, Inc. for preservation purposes, NSWF must be assured that its overall plan to utilize
the remaining property for both marina and restaurant uses is permissible. The Building
Inspector has taken the position that the pre-existing restaurant use of the Galley Ho has expired.
Having put into place its plan to acquire this waterfront site to avoid excessive development
out of keeping with the New Suffolk Community, and having taken steps to preserve a
significant portion of it through the conveyance of the area South of First Street to Robins Island
Holdings, Inc. (RIH) for primary use as a natural preserve and through the plan for a
conservation easement on the remaining parcel to insure the maintenance of parkland on much of
the site, the NSWF proposes to restore the Galley Ho Restaurant, a significant historic seaside
eating establishment, as an adjunct use to the marina and to provide a gathering place for those
using the marina and those visiting the site. Once the development phase of the project
commences, the NSWF will apply for a scaled down version of the former restaurant, more in
keeping with the concept of a seaside cafe, with a seating capacity of approximately 55 seats.
This capacity will be based on Suffolk County Dept of Health standards and regulations. The
prior restaurant seating was for 95 seats in a full service restaurant.
In addition to the conservation easement proposed on the site, to be held by New York State,
the property is further protected by a recorded right of first refusal to Peconic Land Trust should
NSWF ever seek to sell the property.
Per Section 280-54 of the Southold Town Code, "the purpose of the Marine II (MII) District
is to provide a waterfront location for a wide range of water-dependent and water-related uses,
which are those uses which require or benefit from direct access to or location in marine or tidal
waters and which, in general, are located on major waterways, open bayfronts or the Long Island
Sound."
This site is ideally suited to the goal of the Mil District through use of the property as a the
proposed marina and restaurant use.
The Special Exception should be granted for the following additional reasons:
A. The restaurant use will not prevent the orderly and reasonable use of adjacent properties or of
properties in adjacent use districts. It will continue historic uses of marina and restaurant, in
smaller scale. It will bring visitors to the area to benefit the local businesses, and provide
parking which will aid the resolution of parking problems in the area.
B. The restaurant use will not prevent the orderly and reasonable use of permitted or legally
established uses in the district wherein the proposed use is to be located or of permitted or legally
established uses in adjacent use districts. It will enhance the parking capacity of both the NSWF
and RIH sites. The proposed parking areas on the NSWF site will make the central New ~lu~o~[tlh~ //-'~-~
area better able to accommodate visitors. ' I ~} ~{]I~
C. The safety, health, welfare, comfort, convenience or the order of the Town will rg~ Ot~,~I~pFjIL~
adversely affected by the proposed use and its location, for the above reasons, and because a
favorite watering hole will be permitted to be reinstituted in accordance with applicable codes at
such time as the plans are developed.
D. The restaurant use will be in harmony with and promote the general purposes and intent of
this chapter, in that it is hard to imagine what use would be a better compliment to promoting
waterfront property usage than to use the Galley Ho as a restaurant.
E. The use will be compatible with its surroundings and with the character of the neighborhood
and of the community in general, particularly with regard to visibility, scale and overall
appearance, because it will provide additional amenities for the public access to the site, maintain
the historic nature of the building while allowing it to be improved to better infrastructure, and
provide a viable financial plan for the property.
F. All proposed structures, equipment and material shall be readily accessible for fire and police
protection because future site plan review will insure same.
G. The site plan review will insure compliance with the requirements of Chapter 236 Stormwater
Management.
The proposed restaurant use is appropriate to the granting of a special exception because:
A. The existing restaurant and business uses in the district will be benefited by the parking that
will be available and because the area will be an attractive destination. This particular location is
peculiarly suited to the proposed uses because of the waterfront location, scenic vistas, historic
patterns, and the importance of fostering community-compatible waterfront uses in this Mil
District (including local uses such as boating, views of the water, permanent and transient
dockage, sailboat races, waterfront amenities, and other activities in the area).
B. The use will conserve property values and encourage the most appropriate uses of the land:
waterfront access and water-dependent activities.
C. The proposed parking areas and improvements to those parking areas will reduce another
historic problem in New- Suffolk, that of insufficient parking and associated traffic congestion on
the public streets.
D. Required improvements to the sanitary system, flood plain compliance, and site drainage,
will vastly improve the treatment of sanitary waste, and water supply will be public. This will
also benefit the adjacent wetlands areas and improve the Peconic Bay ecosystem.
E. The proposed use will not give off obnoxious gases, odors, smoke or soot. Much more
noxious uses are allowed in MII but will not be developed by virtue of this plan going forward.
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F. The use will not cause disturbing emissions of electrical discharges, dust, light, vibratI~D~ ? '::~
noise. As this project will be part of a community effort, all aspects of restaurant opera(oB
which might otherwise prove an annoyance to neighbors may be controlled.
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G. Parking and recreational facilities for the public will be greatly enhanced. Accessory uses to
the marina will include the park area, submarine memorial, transient dockage, small boat storage
and launching (e.g., canoes, kayaks, paddleboards), viewing areas to enjoy the waterfront, and
related recreational activities. Many local residents walk or ride bikes to the property, lessening
traffic impact.
H. Off street parking areas and materials will be adequately addressed in the site plan phase.
I. The structures will be improved in the next phase of the project to be safe and designed with
avoidance of emergency situations.
J. The proposed use will have better parking facilities and amenities than this use has provided
in the past. As a community project, the plans are made with the importance of protecting the
community from adverse effects in mind.
K. The plot area is sufficient, appropriate and adequate for the use and the reasonably anticipated
operation and expansion thereof. The marina is small in scale and its expansion is limited by the
physical area of the bulkheading and revetment. The restaurant will accommodate far fewer
seats than the previous establishment. Since the property was acquired by NSWF two years ago,
the events it has conducted on the site have not created problems and have been well received by
the community.
L. The use is not near to a church, theater, or other place of public assembly. The New Suffolk
school is several blocks away, but will not be adversely affected.
M. The proposed small restaurant use is particularly suitable to the site because it provides
access by land and water; it is a natural gathering place for enjoying the waterfront and
waterfront activities, and also as an access point for boaters and those in cars to visit New
Suffolk and its businesses.
N. The proposed park area will protect adjacent properties and land uses from possible
detrimental impacts of the proposed use.
O. The collection and disposal of stormwater runoff, sewage, refuse and other liquid, solid or
gaseous waste will be vastly improved over the existing, and will be fully addressed in the site
plan/construction phase.
P. The proposed restaurant may be continued without undue disturbance or disruption of the
viewshed, and with better systems to protect groundwater and surface waters on and off the site.
In summary, the essential question in a special exception application is whether this property
is appropriate for use as a restaurant in this MII district. The real question is, what use could
possibly be better suited to this location?
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Appendix C
State Environmental Quality Review
SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORI o4
For UNLISTED ACTIONS Only RD OF4ppE4l,.~
PART I - PROJECT INFORMATION (To be completed by A~)plicant or Proiect Sponsor1
1 APPLICANT/SPONSOR 12. PROJECT NAME Special Exception Re:
New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc. /Re-Subdivision/New Suffolk Waterfront
3 PROJECT LOCATION:
Municipality New Suffolk, Town of Southold County Suffolk
4 PRECISE LOCATION (Street address and road intersections, prominent landmarks, etc. or pro,de map)
650 First Street, New Suffolk, NY 11956 at the
southerly terminus of Main Street, New Suffolk, NY
5 PROPOSED ACTION IS:
[] New [] Expansion [] Modification/alteration Special Exce]ption, Restaurant
6 DESCRIBE PROJECT BRIEFLY:
To reinstate prior restaurant usage.
7 AMOUNT OF' LAND AFFECTED:
initially 3,4 2 8 acres Ultimately 3.4 2 8 acres
8 WILL PROPOSED ACTION COMPLY WITH EXISTING ZONING OR OTHER EXISTING LAND USE RESTRICTIONS~
[] Yes [] No If NO, describe
bnefly
9. WHAT IS PRESENT LAND USE IN VICINITY OF PROJECT?
[] Residential [] tedustna, [] Commercial [] Agriculture [] Pa~JFomsYOpen Space [] Other Marine
Describe:Mixed hamlet business center, residential, waterfront, marine-related
businesses.
1D DOES ACTION INVOLVE A PERMIT APPROVAL. OR FUNDING, NOW OR ULTIMATELY FROM ANY OTHER GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY
(FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL)?
r~Yes E~No IfYes, listagency(s) name and permit/approvals: In order to proceed to constructio
ZBA - possible variance for setbac.k; Planning Board - site plan approval;
DEC - buildings, site improvements, SC Dept. of Health Services - water supply s,y.s'
septic system approval; Southold Town Trustees - possibly some site improvements?
11 DOES ANY ASPECT OF THE ACTION HAVE A CURRENTLY VALID PERMIT OR APPROVAL? mS OU tho ld Town ~u.:i.~L~t~ng
L~ Yes [] No If Yes, list agency(s) name and permit/approvals:
C.O. for existing building (restaurant expired) - C.O. #'s:Z1593, Z-23601; Z-20542
SC Dept. of Health Services for water supply & sanitary system (Ref#R10-08-0073)
12 AS A RESULT OF PROPOSED ACTION WILL EXISTING PERMIT/APPROVAL REQUIRE MODIFICATION? [] Yes [] No SC Health Dept.
I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE
Applicant/sponsornar~,~e~S~f~olk ~ater, frq~t Fund, Inc. Date: 1/30/13
If the aZction is in the Coastal Area and you are a state agency, complete the
Coastal Assessment Form before proceed no w th th s assessment
OVER
:em &
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Z-27331& ~
Z-33240
PART II - IMPACT ASSESSMENT (To be completed by Lead Agency)
A DOES ACTION EXCEED ANY TYPE THRESHOLD JN 6 NYCRR. PART 6174? if yes, coordinate the review process and use the FULL EAF
r-]Yes r']No
B WILL ACTION RECEIVE COORDINATED REVIEW AS PROVIDED FOR UNLISTED ACTIONS IN 6 NYCRR, PART 6176? If No, a negative
declaration may be superseded by another involved agency.
C COULD ACTION RESULT IN ANY ADVERSE EFFECTS ASSOCIATED W1TH THE FOLLO~,MNG: (Answers may be handwrittenr if legiffie)
C1 Exis leg a r qua y, surface o groundwater quality or quantity, noise levelsr existing traffic pattern, solid waste production or disposal
potential for erosion, drainage or flooding problems? Explain briefly;
C2 Aesthetic, agricultural, archaeological, historic, or o he natural or cu tura{ resources; or community or neighborhood character? Explain briefly
C3. Vegetation or fauna, flsfi, shellfish or wildlife spec es, s gn ftc. an hab a s, or hreatened or endangered species? Explain briefly:
C5 Growth, subsequent development, or related activities likely to be induced by the proposed action? Explain bdefly:
C6 Long term, short term, cumulative, or other effects not identified in C1-C57 Explain bdefly:
C7. Other impacts (including changes in use of either quantity or type of energy)? Explain briefly:
D WILL THE PROJECT HAVE AN IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS THAT CAUSED THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CRITICAL ENV RONMENTAL AREA (CEA)?
[] Yes [] NO If Yes, explain bdefly:
E IS THERE. OR iS THERE LIKELY TO BE, CONTROVERSY RELATED TO POTENTIAL ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS?
[] Yes [] NO If Yes, explain briefly:
PART itl - DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE (To be completed by Agency)
INSTRUCTIONS: For each adverse effect identified above, determine whether it is substantial, large, important or otherwise significant. Each
effect should be assessed in connection with its (a) setting (ie. urban or rural); (b) probability of occurring; (c) duration; (d) irreversibility; (e)
geographic scope; and (f) magnitude. If necessary, add attachments or reference supporting materials. Ensure that explanations contain
sufficient detail to show that all relevant adverse impacts have been identified and adequately addressed. If question D of Part II was checked
yes, the determination of significance must evaluate the polential impact of the proposed action on the environmental characterisfics of the CEA,
] Checkthisdex~fy~u~aveidentified~ne~rm~repctentia~ylarge~rsigniticantadverseimpactswhichMAY~ccur ThenproceeddirecflytotheFULL
EAF and/or prepare a positive declaration.
] Check t fiis boxif you havedetermfeed, based on the inforrnaden and analysis above and any supporting documentation.thatthe proposed acfion WiL
NOT result in any signiflcact adverse environmental impacts AND provide, on attachments as neoessaq,., the reasons supporting this deten~inatior
Name of Lead Agency
Print or Type Name of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency
Signature of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency
Date
Title of Responsible Officer
Signature of Preparer (if different from responsible officer)
NEW SUFFOLK WATERFRONT FUND
creating the future of our waterfront
12/24/2012
RECEZVED
DEC 4 ZOiZ
BOARD OF APPEALS
To The Zoning Board
Re: Application 6617
Enclosed please find 9 sets of first and second floor existing and schematic plans for
the Galley Ho.
The building was documented before the storm, but our schematic plans have just
been re-developed recently, due to changing conditions post Sandy. However,
because of our extensive community outreach and design development before the
storm, our Board is confident that this is the direction we would like to pursue. The
design has not been finalized however, and is subject to modification, and the
current application before you is not for approval of this design.
Thank you.
Barbara Schnitzler
Chair, New Suffolk Waterfront Fund
CC: Gaff Wickham
PO Box 146, New Suffblk, NY 11956 °:° www. newsuffolkwaterfront.org
ZBA TO TOWN CLERK TRANSMITTAL SHEET
(Filing of Application and Check for Processing)
DATE: 11-20-12
ZBA # NAME OF APPLICANT CHECK # AMOUNT TC DATE STAMP
NEW SUFFOLK
6617 WATERFRONT FUND, 1886 $1200.00 RECEIVED
INC.
NOV 2 0 2012
$outhold Town Oerk
TOTAL $12oo.oo
Sent via Inter-Office to Town Clerk by:
Thank you.
ES
Town of Southold
P.O Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971
Date: 11/20/12
,,, REr. EIPT,,,
Receipt~: 143405
Transaction(s):
1 1
ZBA Application Fees
Reference Subtotal
6617 $1,200.00
Check#: 6617
Total Paid: $1,200.00
Name:
New, Suffolk Waterfront Fund Inc
P O Box 146
New Suffolk, NY 11956
Clerk ID: CAROLH Internal ID: 6617
ELIZABETH A. NEVILLE, MMC
TOWN CLERK
REGISTP, AR OF VITAL STATISTICS
MARRIAGE OFFICER
RECORDS OF MANAGEMENT OFFICER
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION OFFICER
Town Hall, 53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NewYork 11971
Fax (631) 765-6145
Telephone (631) 765-1800
southoldtown.northfork.net
OFFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
TO:
FROM:
DATED:
RE:
Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals
Elizabeth A. Neville
November 21, 2012
Zoning Appeal No. 6617
Transmitted herewith is Zoning Appeals No. 6617 of Abigail A. Wickham for New Suffolk
Waterfront Funds- the Application for Special Exception to the Southold Town Zoning Board
of Appeals.
ERIC J. BRESSLER
ABIGAIL A. WICKHAM
JANET GEASA
LAW OFFICES
WICKHAM, BRESSLER & GEASA, P.C.
13015 MAIN ROAD, P.O. BOX 1424
MA I'FITUCK, LONG ISLAND
NEW YORK 11952
631-298-8353
'l ELEFAX NO. 631-298-8565
January 30, 2013
WILLIAM WICKHAM (06-02)
RECEIVED
Zoning Board of Appeals
Main Road
Southold, NY 11971
FEB 0 4 21313
8OARD OF APPEALS
Re: Appeal No. 6617
New Suffolk Waterfront Project New Suffolk, NY 11956
Owners: New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc. (NSWF)
650 First Street, SCTM # 1000-117-08-18
Robins Island Holdings, LLC (RIH)
380 First Street SCTM # 1000-117-08-19
Ladies/Gentlemen:
I have enclosed the original and eight copies of the revised Short Environmental Assessment in
connection with above matter dated January 30, 2013. Please replace this form with the one
previously delivered to you on January 23, 2013.
Abigail A. Wickham
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Re/ns/approvals/hrzbaeq(
ERIC J. BRESSLER
ABIGAIL A. WICKtlAM
JANET GEASA
Zoning Board of Appeals
Main Road
Southold, NY 11971
LAW OFFICES
WICKHAM, BRESSLER & GEASA, P.C.
13015 MAIN ROAD, P.O. BOX 1424
MATTITUCK, LONG ISLAND
NEW YORK 11952
631-298-8353
TELEFAX NO. 631-298-8565
February 4, 2013
Re: Appeal No. 6617
New Suffolk Waterfront Project New Suffolk, NY 11956
Owners: New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc. (NSWF)
650 First Street, SCTM # 1000-117-08-18
Robins Island Holdings, LLC (RIH)
380 First Street SCTM # 1000-117-08-19
WILLIAM WiCKtlAM (06-02)
Ladies/Gentlemen:
Enclosed are eight prints of a map stamped by Joseph Fischetti, P.E. showing existing
buildings and sanitary, proposed parking, computations and bulkhead setbacks.
The parking provided on site for 15 marina slips and 66 seat restaurant with accessory office
satisfies the requirements of the Town Code. This is more parking than was available previously
to the on-site 24 slip marina and 95 seat restaurant.
Additional parking may be available along First Street, subject to Planning Board site plan
review.
The project has enjoyed broad community support based on many public meetings to keep
local residents aware of the plans. The gentleman who opposed the application has issues which
stem from his proximity to the public beach and launching ramp. He will be rewarded with a huge
nature preserve directly in front of his property, rather than the intense development that an MII
zone would allow.
Very tr~y yours,
Abigail A. Wickham
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cc: Sout~old Town Planning Board
Attn: Alyxandra Sabatino
New Suffolk Water Front Fund
People in favor (by letter or email)
Lauren Grant, New Suffolk resident (conunents made at the Public hearing)
Stephan Roussan, New Suffolk Resident (comments made at Public hearing)
Joe McKay, former Pres. NS Civic Assoc., Board Member NSWF, New Suffolk resident 2
letters
James Grathwohl, Chair, Landmark Preservation Town of Southold
Catherine Caldwell, Baiting Hollow
Joe & Ellie Polashock, New Suffolk residents
Patricia Lowry, New Suffolk Resident (NSWF Board member)
Barbara Butterworth NSWF Board Mem. Property owner
Laurie & Paul Auriemma, New Suffolk residents
Lucille Field Goodman, New Suffolk resident
Patsy Rogers, New Suffolk resident (former Board member NSWF)
Joni Friedman, New Suffolk resident
Jim Given, New Suffolk resident
Paul Cacioppo, New Suffolk Civic Assoc.
Paul Maffei, New Suffolk resident
Maria Romano, New Suffolk resident
Elaine Romagnoli, New Suffolk resident
Steven Figari, New Suffolk resident
Shannon Simon, New Suffolk resident
Peoole al~ainst (by letter or email)
Diane Harkoff, New Suffolk business owner (comments made at Public hearing)
Woman at Public hearing, submitted letter (no signature) and pictures, stated she was a
New Suffolk resident
New Suffolk resident (name with held by request)
Daniel Petrie, New Suffolk resident
People with concerns (by letter or email)
Thomas Skally, New Suffolk resident (comments made at Public hearing)
Susan Dingle, New Suffolk resident (comments made at Public hearing)
George Maul, New Suffolk resident Comments made at Public hearing) two letters one
with a picture, supports Land division not the Special Exception
Julie Saul, New Suffolk resident (for the land division and restaurant, concerns on
development)
Ellen & Gil Goldstein, New Suffolk residents, concerns re: parking
Parcel History
Board member Schneider inquired as to the history of adjoining parcel 1000-117-8-22,
noted as Town of Southold under water lands. This property was originally owned by the
Navy and was the site of the first ever submarine built in the US. Galley Ho, owner
purchased the property and built the docks. The docks are attached to the land and belong
to the land owner. The town owns the land under the water and it is not on the tax roles
since there is no value unless it was being used for aquaculture. (per Bob Scott) The dock
owner pays a one time fee per sq. ft. of dock to the town. Similar to a building permit.
Peconic Land Trust obtained the property after several other owners, with large scale plans
for the land that did not pan out. Presently the property is with the New Suffolk Water
front fund. There are two Town trustee permits on this property to rebuild the bulkhead
and docks. One #TR7292 which was before hurricane Sandy and the second #TR7950
after Hurricane Sandy are very informative. I can try to email them to you, however, you
can access the entire file online through the Town's website under Weblink.
2/6/13
People in support (received via e-mail)
Patricia Mclntyre, New Suffolk resident, former president NS Civic Assoc.
Lauren Krug, past president NS Civic Assoc., board member NSWF
Bb (bbesttk~aol.com) Cntchogue resident
Ruth E. Zeller, Cutchogue resident
Gary Osborne, New Suffolk resident
Thomas Skally, New Suffolk resident (he was at the hearing and voiced concerns, now in
total support via email)
Jeremy and Jean Goell, New Suffolk residents
Catherine Caldwell, Calverton resident
Rose Ann Burns, New Suffolk resident
*Letters received after the Public Hearing
People against
George Maul. New Suffolk resident
Roberta Cropsey, New Suffolk resident
Victoria Germaise, New Suffolk resident
Arlene and Frank Castellano, New Suffolk residents
People in Favor
Thomas Wickham, Cutchogue resident
ERIC J. BRESSLER
ABIGAIL A. WICKHAM
JANET GEASA
Zoning Board of Appeals
Main Road
Southold, NY 11971
LAW OFFICES
WICKHAM, BRESSLER & GEASA, P.C.
13015 MAIN ROAD, P.O. BOX 1424
MATTITUCK, LONG ISLAND
NEW YORK 11952
631-298-8353
TELEFAX NO. 631-298-8565
February 14, 2013
WILLIAM WICKHAM (06-02)
RECE~/ED
FEB 1 4 2013
~30ARD OF APPEALS
Re: Appeal No. 6617: New Suffolk Waterfront Project New Suffolk, NY 11956
Ladies/Gentlemen:
All concerns mentioned in the letter from Legends and subsequent letters to you were addressed at the
hearing. The specifics of engineering, elevation, FEMA and parking will be refined in the site plan phase.
The concerns regarding the sanitary system will be addressed by the Suffolk County Health Dept. Storm
Water and DEC/Trustees regulations will also apply to mitigate concerns. We note that none of the
comments are based on any engineering opinions, but rather lay opinion with no factual basis.
What the criticisms overlook is that the eventual construction will raise elevations of the main building
and the sanitary system in order to thwart the adverse effects of storm tides. The provision of a parking
facility on site, which fully accounts for the proposed usage on the site, will greatly improve the parking
issues in New Suffolk. Most importantly, a very large area will be preserved as park and public access,
with another acre adjoining left in a natural state.
The sanitary system will not be above grade as stated in the Legends letter. Further, it is somewhat
presumptuous to suggest that the parking to be provided on site should be for the benefit of their property,
other private businesses and other nearby public uses.
The comments further overlook the obvious fact that it is not financially feasible to sterilize the property
with only open space and park uses. The costs of acquisition, operation, improvement, permitting and
construction require viable business uses. The suggestion that a $20,000 annual marina income, a hot dog
truck, or T-shirt sales would make a dent in those numbers illustrates the naivety and unrealistic
expectations which underlay the criticisms of the project. A beach front cafe of the proposed size is not
something which will offset the draw of an institution like Legends, a full scale bar/restaurant. The
economic viability concerns are those of the owner, not the Town in regulating permissive uses under the
Code.
The ability to have a restaurant usage will greatly enhance the use of the property for its intended
purposes. While compliance of the project with NSWF's mission statement is also beyond the Town's
jurisdiction, we think it important to point out that the plan is entirely consistent with that mission
statement.
Ver~ trulv~ours,
Abigail A. Wickham
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To The Southold Town ZBA February 14, 2013 Appeal No. 6617
Re New Suffolk Special Exception Hearing
In George Maul's letter of February 12, paragraph one, he refers to Peconic Land
Trust 'concensus' meetings held in 2008. Those meetings were actually held by the
New Suffolk Waterfront Fund with the assistance of the PLT, which was hired as our
consultant in the property acquisition.
Mr Maul intentionally misleads one to believe that the attached handout represents
ranking done by the community, when in fact it is randomly listed options for site
usage which we provided to the community for its consideration. His assertion that
restaurant use was ranked #10 is erroneous.
Mr Maul refers to the 'short circuiting' of the process to put covenants and
restrictions in place, again erroneously. The entire southern acre of the property
will be protected by an easement held by the PLT, and a large portion of the
northern parcel, shown on your site map, will be protected by an easement held by
NYS Dept of Parks.
I refrain from addressing the angry and malicious parts of the letter and the
personal public attacks because they have no place in a reasoned discussion of
application of the zoning code.
Barbara Schnitzler, Chair, New Suffolk Waterfront Fund
THOMAS WICKHAM
Agricultural Engineer
Southold Town Board of Zoning Appeals
PO Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971
Febr 13 2013
RECEIVED LOLO\
FEB 1 4 20~.~
BOARD OF APPEALS
Re. Application No 6617 for Special Exception Use, NSWF
I am currently a landowner in New Suffolk and Secretary to the
Board of the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund.
I would like in this note to point out to the Board of Appeals that
the restaurant use we are applying for is not a new use for this
site. We are applying to reinstate an established use on the
property that lapsed due to the lengthy time it has taken us to
acquire the property.
Our application requests just 66 seats rather than the 95 previously
authorized, and we plan on a relatively light food-service cafe
rather than a t'ull service restaurant.
If approved, this use would be of considerably lower intensity of
use than the previous restaurant.
Thank you for entering this in the record.
Thomas Wickham
P.O. Box 928 * Cutchogue * New York 1193fi (ill0) 734 - 5454
February6,2013
DENNIS HARKOFF
Ms. Leslie Weissman, Chair
Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals
Southold Town
Southold, NY 1197!
RE: New Suffolk Waterfront Fund (NSWF)
Dear Ms. Weissman:
We have grave concerns with the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund (NSWF) installing a restaurant along the
waterfront at the old Galley Ho location. As the owners of Legends, we understand all too well the
fragile ecosystem near the bay. In the past, we did support a restaurant in the Galley Ho location, but
storms like Irene and Sandy in recent years have caused us to change our view. We have suffered
physical, financial and emotional damage caused by Mother Nature. In light of recent storms like Sandy,
we feel changing the ecosystem by methods such as installation of above ground septic systems, grading
and additional parking need to be thoroughly considered before any plans are advanced. We want
everyone to think about this with their eyes wide open, and think long and hard. Among the ~ssUes we
feel need to be addressed are:
· Septic system and grading:
A bit of history: In the 1990s, Henry Raynor (and possibly a partner) owned what is now the
New Suffolk Waterfront Fund Front property. The property often flooded (creating what
was known locally as 'Lake Zito') and the owners did some minor grading to alleviate this
issue. Unfortunately, the grading didn't eliminate the lake; it merely moved it north to the
parking area across from Legends. This lot became known as 'Lake Legends' and was subject
to flooding even in minor rainstorms. Parking was extremely limited in inclement weather;
often our guests would have to wade out of the restaurant to move their cars out of the
parking area and move them to higher ground as Lake Legends filled.
We understand an above-ground septic system is proposed for the new restaurant. After
Sandy hit, according to news reports, opening up similar systems in other Iow-lying areas on
Long Island and allowing waste to flow into the Sound, the Ocean and assorted bays and
inlets, we feel allowing an above-ground septic system is inviting this risk in a way that is
unacceptable for the environment. The fact that the dimensions and cost of such a system
are unknown at this time makes its installation an even larger threat to Peconic 8ay. The
system's dimensions must be established and scrutinized as to environmental impact before
proceeding.
P.O, Box 321 .835 First Street . New Suffolk, NY 11956
Ph: 631-734-5123 Fx: 631-734-2642
www. northfork.com/legends
First Street is New Suffolk% Main Street equivalent, with a few businesses, a post office and
homes. An increased threat of flooding makes life more difficult for residents who are often
trapped on their own property during weather events.
Will a bulkhead be built? This also concerns us; Could it force water to rise even higher and
sneak around Captain Marty's and cause even worse flooding on First Street? Sandy's effect
was particularly dramatic, but as anyone who's seen the front of Legends getting
sandbagged before moderate storms can attest, flooding is always a risk here; if you can't
secure all openings to the sea, could raising the bulkhead could make it even worse?
We feel that an engineering project of this size, especially in light of current environmental
conditions, should be soundly vetted by experts. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been
called in for similar projects; we'd like to see them (or someone they recommend) as
consultants on the proposals for the New Suffolk Waterfront and possibly assist in damage
mitigation be. fore another big storm hits. Other municipalities have made such
arrangements to protect their environmentally at-risk areas from severe damage and New
Suffolk would benefit from their expertise as well.
· Parking:
New Suffolk parking is already limited by the size of the area. Between a restaurant, a shop, a
beach, a 24-slip marina, a fishing station and a park, parking for day visitors, guests of residents
and cars and truc~ bringing boats to launch is already extremely limited. Several years ago, New
Suffolk asked Southold town to restrict parking in the area (limits on parking for boats with
trailers; time-limited parking in front of the post office; parking prohibited on Jackson Street);
while these restrictions did help residents, they also push parking toward the waterfront and
restrict parking for Legends' guests. We are concerned that adding another business without
sufficient additional parking will make this situation even worse. In the summer, cars are parked
along local roads in front of homes and partially on lawns. Another business would be a
detriment to those who live here.
Southold Town code needs to be followed in its requirements for parking for a new
restaurant. A 11S-seat restaurant, or a 55 seat restaurant, would require substantial new
parking for customers and employees to avoid making on-street parking even more
unbearable.
The current parking lot (parallel to Capt Marty's and marked "New Suffolk Waterfront Fund
PARKING LOT ONLY") was established in the fall of 2012. We are concerned as to the
availability of this lot for local visitors and want to ensure that this is not going to be turned
into a de facto private lot for restaurant guests or counted toward the required parking for a
new restaurant. This parking lot should be available for visitors to the entire area and not
merely used to meet the code requirements of a new business.
· Financial considerations:
We understand that a restaurant on NSWF property may help pay for some upkeep of the
property, yet how much? A restaurant is not a panacea for all that ails you; on the contrary, it
can be a huge financial drain. Expected revenues and NSWF expenses, especially since the NSWF
will not be directly running the business, do not seem to have been thoroughly analyzed. The
lack of transparency has us concerned as well.
What is the cost of moving or rebuilding the old Galley Ho building (including hiring
architects and engineers), installing code-compliant sprinklers and building a septic system?
Such costs are substantial and may not be feasible when compared to potential revenue
flow.
What is the expected leasing fee for the building? Would this fee be tenable for a potential
leaseholder? NSWF may spend money on rebuilding and making the space ready for
business, but the cost of a lease, utilities, flood insurance and other expenses might make
potential lessees balk.
What will be the restaurant's tax status insofar as NSWF's 501 {c) (3) status? With a
commercial business not directly related to the 501 (c) {3) status, remove the property tax
exemption? I would think so. This status does allow for operation of money-making
ventures on the property, but the venture must relate to the property's purpose, like a
museum's gift shop relates to the museum, tn a way that doesn't jeopardize the not-for-
profit status.
Are contingencies in place for damages incurred in the next Sandy? We are concerned that
the NSWF could turn into a de facto guarantor of uninsured expenses for a business on its
property, removing the incentive for those who contribute to the Fund who do so in the
hopes of helping the NSWF maintain an open space for all. 5olicitation of additional
donations could be hampered if a large portion of the money goes toward recycling funds
into repairing buildings, landscaping that constantly needs replacing due to salt-water
flooding, toward the purchase of flood insurance every year and covering expenses not
covered under flood insurance.
· Environmental ethics:
In Governor Cuomo's State of the State address, he said, "Climate change is inarguable, because
:~O0-year floods ore arriving every few years.... There are parcels that Mother Nature owns. She
may only visit once every j~ew years, but she owns the parcel and when she visits, she visits
(italics ours)." Those of us who live or own businesses in New Suffolk know this firsthand. The
attached photos show the area even before Sandy's peak. Legends borrowed 2 ~ - 3-foot-high
concrete barriers to prevent flooding and still sustained more than $300,000 worth of damage
to the building and equipment (with our insurance claim still unpaid); this number excludes our
loss of businessl
Cuomo also stated, "New structures and major renovations should meet stricter
'survivability' standards (italics ours)." We are concerned that we will all pay a high
environmental price for a new structure so close to the water here. We don't need a
boondoggle of an endless cycle of damage, closure while waiting for government or
insurance money to arrive, damage repair and loss of income after the next storm. It's a
price we all end up paying, whether it's due to diversion of scarce government funding,
increased insurance rates, or donations to victims.
We should all be working together to mitigate future damages in a flood zone. To us, that is
far more important than building new things. Additional building is a risk to all of us who
currently live and work in New Suffolk; let's try to better protect those properties that are
already extremely threatened in storms. We have already implicitly agreed to take on some
risk as the cost of having the beauty of the area around us, but we need to make sure any
future development does not bring additional risk to this fragile beauty.
There are a number of alternate projects that would have lower costs, cause fewer parking issues and
have a lighter environmental impact; some would also provide valuable services to waterfront visitors
both by land and boat. For example, a T-shirt and snack shop, like near Claudio's, could sell bags of ice
and drinks for boaters, snacks for beachgoers and souvenirs for visitors. A pavilion that allows water to
flow under pilings could support a lunch truck. As we always say, if New Suffolk could investigate the
feasibility of taxing New Suffolk residents and businesses $500 - 1000 per property, maybe in the long
run that is a simpler and more environmentally proactive solution.
Surely we can meet community needs without rushing into a huge project with untested impact. Maya
Angelou said, "The wise woman thinks twice and speaks once;" we should strongly consider those words
before beginning any new projects here in New Suffolk.
Sincerely,
Diane Harkoff
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George Maul
P.O. Box 635
New Suffolk, NY 11956
Feb.12, 2013
Dear Leslie Weisman and Southold Zoning Board of Appeals,
RECEIVED
1 ! 2013
BOARD OF APPFALS
With regard to application #6617 by the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund:
Back in 2008, when the Peconic Land Trust held "consensus" meetings at the New Suffolk schoolhouse,
the majority of the village voted in favor of open space (attached handout from PTL). Not open space
with a bar/restaurant. Restaurant was #10 on a list of preferred visions for the site. The PTL assured the
people of New Suffolk that covenants and restrictions would be put in place to assure that no
intensification or development would occur. What happened to that? The process has been short
circuited. How does an intensified use of this piece as a restaurant preserve open space?
I appreciate Mr. Dinizio's remark that he changed his position regarding Mitchell Park in Greenport and
now enjoys events there. I have thought long and hard about how I might appreciate some form of
business at this location. Unfortunately, The NSWF has shown itself, over and over again, to be a poor
neighbor. I would prefer large boat storage buildings across the street from my house that were run by
an honest and competent business concern to this evershifting band of characters who have their own
private hidden agenda cloaked in the guise of "what New Suffolk wants". It is a very dangerous, divisive
situation from a community point of view and the zoning board has fallen for it.
I was very upset at the last meeting that the zoning board painted a picture of 2S to 2 for the proposal.
It is not a true representation of New Suffolk. Yes, everybody has to stand up and be counted and that's
how democracy works. But many people are so fed up with the NSWF that they don't want to get
themselves upset thinking about it anymore. Doesn't the Zoning Board have a responsibility to protect
the common people of New Suffolk who are not politically active and just prefer to go to work every day
instead of showing up at your multiple weekday meetings? Also, many of the letters were from people
who don't live in New Suffolk. I'm sure I could get my friends and relatives in California to send letters
against the proposal. It appears that the Zoning board would consider that relevant.
Thank you for your consideration.
Cc: Tim Caufield, PLT
PECONIC LAND TRUST
New Suffolk Waterfront Project
Partner Identification Process
Drafted April 2008
Open space
This term means land in its natural state, or, in the case of the New Suffolk
Waterfront, restored to a near natural state through clean-up and remediation
efforts and/or the re-introduction of native landscaping.
· This use may include the introduction of passive recreation facilities such as:
nature trails, walking paths, interpretive signs, picnic tables and benches.
· These facilities could be used for walking, photography, bird-watching,
Wednesday-night race viewing, picnics, etc..
This type of land use can be in public, private or non-profit ownership, and can
be made accessible to all town residents or limited to New Suffolk residents and
their guests, only.
Park
As with Open Space, this term describes land restored to a near natural state
through clean-up and remediation efforts and/or the re-introduction of native
landscaping.
Unlike Open Space, this use may include active recreation facilities, the latter of
which might include restrooms, a playground, and other support facilities, such
as a small boat storage rack suitable for seasonal storage of kayaks, rowing sculls,
wind-surfers, dinghies, and small one and two-man sailing craft.
· These facilities would accommodate a wider range of recreational activities than
would be permitted in a passive open space area.
This type of land use can be in public ownership, and accessible to all town
residents, or in non-profit, quasi-public or private ownership, and accessible only
to New Suffolk residents and their guests.
PECONIC LAND TRUST
Po~t office
The original post office on this site burned down in 1993. The exisfing post office
is leasing space across the road, between Main and Jackson, on First Street. This
lease will expire in 2013.
· If the post office is closed, the 11956 zip code will be lost and all box delivery will
be shifted to the Cutchogue Post Office on Griffing Street.
Re-introduction of this use on the site would require obtaining Town permission
to re-instate the use and construction of a new building that meets federal
standards and includes an employee restroom.
· The structure most likely would be leased to (not owned) the
U. S. Postal Service.
Coffee shop/Newspaper stand
This term means a very small, privately-operated business providing newspapers
and take-out food, such as coffee, milk, snacks and baked goods prepared elsewhere.
It would be similar to the business that existed in the combined post-office/general
store which burned down in 1993.
· The space for this business could be leased to the entrepreneur by a private, public
or non-profit owner.
Community center
This use describes all or part of the site and/or a building for community events,
such as New Suffolk Civic Association meetings, pot-luck dinners, fund-raisers and
related events.
· If the restaurant use is terminated, or reduced in size, the community center could be
housed in the restaurant building.
· Non-commercial kitchen facilities could be included (along with renovated
bathrooms) in order to facilitate community use.
PECONIC
LAND TRUST
Club house
This use consists of a building owned and operated by a private, non-profit
membership club, for the benefit of its members.
A club house may be used for club events such as meetings, recreation, social
affairs with food and drink, fund-raisers, etc.
If the restaurant use is terminated, that building could be renovated into a club
house.
Non-commercial kitchen facilities could be added (along with renovated
lighting, bathrooms, heating, air-conditioning) in order to facilitate the club
house use.
Youth sailing center
· This use would consist of a seasonal, day sailing school for young people.
The use most likely would require the placement (or construction) of a small
clubhouse to house the office, sails and other boating equipment, two restrooms,
and an insh'uction room.
Outdoor storage of small sailboats (under 21 feet in length), on hand-trailers or
stationery racks will be necessary.
This use could be nm by a private membership sailing club, such as the Old
Cove Yacht Club or other similar organization.
As with the other uses, all or part of the site could be sold and/or leased to the
managing organization.
Historical museum / Submarine memorial
The Holland Sub-Marine memorial and flagpole could be enlarged and/or
relocated to another spot on the site.
The existing storage barn in the center of the site, between the restaurant
building and First Street, could be renovated into a museum.
The storage barn could be used in place or moved to another spot on the site.
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PECONIC LAND TRUST
Fairly extensive renovation of the storage bam might be necessary in order to
protect historical artifacts and displays.
Funding to renovate the barn and manage the museum could be raised from
sources interested in historic preservation.
Pier
This term refers to a boardwalk-type of pier which would extend seaward from
the end of Main Street (where the concrete road ends) out to a point
approximately parallel to the entrance to the existing boat basin/marina. (See
aerial map for approximate location.)
The pier would be accessible only to pedestrians, and could be either a simple
wooden boardwalk or a larger, more spacious promenade.
The larger the pier, the more people and uses it would be able to accommodate.
For instance, depending on its design, size and construction, a pier could be used
for strolling, benches, a binocular stand for watching the Wednesday night
sailing races, and even fishing.
Construction of a pier would require removing some or all of the existing jetty
just south of the marina basin.
The expense of construction, ongoing maintenance and insurance liability is
likely to be significant.
The pier could be financed with private funds or with public funds (e.g. town or
state money). If public money is used, broader public access will be required.
Restaurant
· This term includes a range of restaurant uses from formal sit-down restaurant to a
more casual snack bar or take-out type restaurant with a limited menu.
Continuing this use will require renovation of the two restrooms, re-construction of
the commercial kitchen (including purchase/installation of equipment/appliances),
as well as a new septic system.
The intensity of this use cannot exceed the current waste-water permit for a total of
98 seats, of which 40 are outside the building.
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PECONIC
LAND TRUST
If the restaurant use is restored to its permitted intensity, 98 seats, no other new uses
may be added to the site. This means the site could contain only the marina and the
restaurant.
Introducing any other potential uses (other than open space) will require reducing
the number of seats in the restaurant in order to stay within permitted septic
capacity.
This type of business could be in public or non-profit ownership and could be leased
to a private operator. In addition, it could be accessible to the public or limited to
club members and their guests.
The restaurant is considered a pre-existing, non-conforming use by the Town.
Therefore, once the use is terminated, it may not be possible to re-instate it.
Marina/Boat basin
· This use consists of the land north of the stone jetty, and consists of docking,
bulk-heading and boardwalks surrounding the boat basin.
· The basin can safely harbor between 19 and 22 boats, depending on size.
(Expansion of the basin is not under consideration due to regulatory restrictions,
environmental issues and the financial costs.)
· Continuation of this use will require repairs to the existing infrastructure.
· The boat basin would benefit from the addition of electrical and water service to
the docks, as well as security and safety lighting.
· The travel lift is being removed. It will not be replaced due to the high
reconstruction, operation, and maintenance costs associated with keeping it.
· Depending on insurance, financial issues and other community considerations,
the boat basin use might include limited upland storage of boats.
· A boat basin can be in public, private or quasi-public ownership and could be
leased to an operating agent.
PECONIC LAND TRUST
Access to the boat slips also could be limited to New Suffolk residents, and/or
club members, could be made accessible to Town residents or could consist of a
combination of these.
For more information, contact Stephen Searle, Peconic Land Trust, at 631.283.3195 or
email ssearl@peconiclandtrust.org. Additional information can be found on our website,
www.peconiclandtrust.org
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From:
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Roberta Cropsey [robaker3@gmail.com]
Tuesday, February 12, 2013 10:15 AM
Toth, Vicki
attached letter re: NSWF proposal
Attachments: NSWF letter.docx
Thank you for the helpful information, Vicki. I'm in NH wearing a neck brace and won't be back
in New Suffolk until after the 14th. But I've writtten a letter attached based on information and
concerns that I have.
Sincerely,
Roberta Cropsey
RECEIVED
FEB i ~ 20i3
BOARD OF APPEALS
2/13/2013
February 11, 2013
Ms. Leslie Weissman, Chair
Southold Town zoning Board of Appeals
Southold Town Offices
Southold, NY :~1971
RECEIVED
FEB ! 3 20i3
BOARD OF APPEALS
Dear Ms. Weissman,
I'm very concerned about the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund's current proposal to build a 55-seat
restaurant at the site, and urge the Southold Town Board of Appeals to turn down the request for a
zoning variance until thorough parking, flooding, and environmental impact studies have been
completed and economic necessity has been demonstrated.
At present, I'm not convinced of the wisdom or viability of this proposal. New Suffolk's population and
commercial activity during the summer could certainly sustain a temporary, moveable structure like a
snack van; but I do not think a permanent structure built in an area prone to severe flooding and storm
damage - for a restaurant that potentially would be underutilized or perhaps even closed from October
to May - would be in the best interests of this community, or even necessary. Buildings, above-ground
septic systems, and parking lots increase runoff, and flooding is already a problem here without the
potential for more storms like Sandy.
In addition to increasing environmental risks, this proposal seems to run counter to the goals of the New
Suffolk Waterfront Fund, a non-profit whose stated mission is to protect this waterfront area and
guarantee public access for present and future generations. Hundreds of North Fork residents and
tourists pledged support, raised money, or contributed to the cause of preventing unnecessary or
obtrusive commercial development on this site, an environment enjoyed by many. It seems a betrayal
of the public trust to build a restaurant here, especially when it seems that it has been possible to pay
most or all of the holding costs by renting dock space during the summer. Perhaps a compromise could
be reached by leasing parking space to a seasonal food service that would not require site alterations,
result in lost public access, or disrupt the waterfront view.
I believe temporary or maritime uses should be explored or expanded before a permanent commercial
structure is built in a flood zone, which is also a valuable viewscape and recreation area.
Respectfully,
Roberta Cropsey
6695 New Suffolk Rd.
New Suffolk, NY 11956
Victoria Germaise
345 Bunny Lane, PO 45
New Suffolk, NY 11956
February 12, 2013
Ms. Leslie Kanes Weisman, Chairperson
and
Zoning Board of Appeals
Town of Southold
Southold, NY 11971
RECEIVED '
FEB I 2013
BOARD OF APPEALS
RE: New Suffolk Waterfront Fund (NSWF) application #6617
Dear Ms. Weisman and Southold Zoning Board of Appeals,
Firstly, please know that I believe the intentions of the NSWF are honorable, and, in the spirit of
community, I've contributed to some of their fundraising efforts.
Four years ago, when I moved to New Suffolk, I attended several NSWF meetings. The questions/issues I
raised then are the same questions I have today. At that time, I was shot down, chastised for being
negative, and told that my questions had hampered their fundraising efforts.
Their fundraising skills have proven effective. Their endgame plan, remains, at best, naYve.
The lack of financial transparency is also troublesome.
What are the annual carrying costs for the property, as-is? Tax, insurance, maintenance.
What is the lowest-impact means to meet those obligations?
I was shocked and delighted to hear that, with minimal effort and less-than-ideal accommodations, the
NSWF slip rental operation raised $20,000, this past summer. This activity seems like the obvious
business route to pursue. Remediation of the marina would not only provide the most sensible business
application for that spot, but may also serve to protect the property from weather impact.
I am of the opinion that this hamlet of 330 residents does not need a second restaurant and/or liquor
license.
Both Barbara Schnitzler and Gall Wickham, in their statements, sought to minimize the impact of the
proposed restaurant by calling it a "seasonal snack bar." If that is truly what they are aiming for, let's get
the Hot Dog truck to park at the end of New Suffolk Avenue ~-- because it is foolhardy to spend the time,
energy and money it will take to:
Haul the wreck that is the Galley Ho, back 75 feet (isn't that exactly where the other wreck, the
barn, currently stands?),
Renovate the building to current code, build a septic system
All this, to rent it to a third party, who will have every expectation and right to maximize his rent dollars
by aggressively promoting and operating a business which he hopes will sustain and turn a profit. This is
certainly at odds with statements made, that the NSWF, as landlords, would limit any tenant's hours of
business and/or business activities to ensure our communal tranquility. These are likely mutually
exclusive.
NSWF MISSION STATEMENT
· to preserve and protect New Suffolk's unique and historic waterfront in ways that respect the property's
scenic beauty and maritime heritage;
· to support recreational, educational, and commercial activities on the site that enhance community life and
are environmentally sustainable for both the uplands and the bay; and
· to assure public access opportunities now and for future generations.
I fail to see how the NSWF's current course of activity falls within their stated mission. With the recent
sale to Louis Bacon, half the property is no longer accessible to the public for sittin§, strollin§ or picnics.
Now, the remainder is in danger of bein§ lost to a dubious business venture that is likely to
endanger/aggravate the fra§ile landscape of existing, occupied structures on First Street. Where is
"preservation" in this plan for a restaurant and a parking lot?
Last but not least, Restaurant, is consistently #1 on Lists of New Businesses That Fail.
I thank the Board for taking the time and care to review this very important matter, the outcome of
which will forever impact one of the few magic little spots left in these parts.
Sincerely,
Victoria. A. Germaise
RECE[VED
FEB I
BOARD OF APPEALS
Toth, Vicki
RECEIVED
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From: Arlene Castellano [arlene.castellano@gmail.com] FEB ! 3 2013
Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2013 8:28 PM
To: Tom, Vicki BOARD OF APPEALS
Subject: New Suffolk
Dear Ms Toth.
We are writing this to voice our disapproval of the plan to constructJrebuild a new restaurant to replace the
structure that previously housed "The Ho". When the group of people who organized to purchase this site
started out, the purpose was to create open space for the community. Through various fund raising activities
they have brought an enormous amount of cars, traffic, people and noise to this hamlet. We would like to
know if a traffic/parking survey has been conducted by a professional organization. New Suffolk is a tiny
hamlet and the amount of cars that a new restaurant or any commercial enterprise would generate must be
studied, and put to a vote by the entire community. It seems serendipitous that this discussion is taking
place in February when many residents are elsewhere. We would not like to see New Suffolk's beauty be
destroyed or turned into a parking lot for a new restaurant. As it is, a part of the site has already been
turned into a parking lot. Is this allowed by the town? How does this equate to open space for the
community. The parking in New Suffolk has become a major problem, especially in the summer, when
people park everywhere to avoid buying a permit or paying the fee to park at the beach. It seems that the
plan to erect another restaurant is a scheme to secure funds without considering the effects it would have on
the community. Thank you for your consideration of this letter.
Sincerely,
Arlene Castellano
Frank Castellano
1275 First Street
New Suffolk, New York 11956
631 734-4137
2/13/2013
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Toth, Vicki
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burnsr@suffolk.lib.ny.us
Wednesday, February 06, 2013 12:03 PM
Toth, Vicki
[POSSIBLE SPAM] - New Suffolk Waterfront Appeal
Attachments: zoning board of appeals.doc
Dear Ms. Toth,
CEIVED
BOARD OF APPEALS
Attached is a letter that I would appreciate your forwarding to Leslie Weisman before the
meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals hearing scheduled for Thursday, February 7, at 10:00
AM. It pertains to the New Suffolk Waterfront's appearance before the Board. Thank you for
your assistance.
Sincerely,
Rose Ann Burns
2/6/2013
February 2, 2013
Ms. Leslie Weisman and
Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals
RECEIVED
FEB 6 ?~ ~
BOARD OF APPEALS
Dear Ms. Weisman and Members,
I reside at 4370 New Suffolk Road, New Suffolk, and am writing to urge the Board to
approve use of the Galley Ho as a cafe. The Galley Ho has been a long and vital part of
the history of the waterfront and is an integral symbol of the local industry that existed in
the hamlet. It has also been an important part of the social fabric of our community and
to generations of visitors who have enjoyed the special beauty and tranquility of our
waterfront.
Without the ability to use it as a cafe, and thus generate revenue to maintain the property,
it would be particularly difficult to preserve the area. The broader plans for rehabilitating
the property and making it an attractive, environmentally sustainable landscape would
also have to be reconsidered and perhaps abandoned. If so, it would be a great loss to the
residents of the Town of Southold and to the countless visitors who would not be able to
benefit from its use.
Sincerely,
Rose Ann Bums
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Toth, Vicki
From:
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Catherine Caldwell [cathy.caldwell7@gmail.com]
Tuesday, February 05, 2013 9:01 PM
Toth, Vicki
Re a Vote of YES, from a Calverton resident and a volunteer Re NSWF
Importance: High
February 5, 2013
Attn.: Ms. Toth, Rep.
Zoning Board of Appeals,
I would like to express my YES Vote to re-open the Galley Ho, on the Waterfront, as a caf&
which is such a nice idea. I support the Fund's plans. I regret I am unable to attend the meeting
scheduled on February 7.
Sincerely,
Catherine
Catherine M. Caldwell
Calverton Resident
Home Phone: (631) 369-9761
RECEIVED
2/6/2013
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Toth, Vicki
From: Jean Goell [igoel112@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, February 04, 2013 2:50 PM
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: New Suffolk Waterfront requests.
P.O. Box 22
New Suffolk, NY 11956
Jeremy and Jean Goell
RECE[VED
BOARD OF APPEALS
Vicki Toth
Town of Southold
Zoning Board of Appeals
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971
February 4, 2013
Re: New Suffolk Waterfront requests.
Dear Ms. Toth:
We regret that we are not able to attend the meetings being held at Town Hall regarding
requests made by the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund.
The first request is that the NSWF be allowed to create and undersized lot. The second
request is that the NSWF be able to once again use
the the other side of the property to house a restaurant. Since we cannot be there, we
would like to reaffirm our approval for both requests
and let you know that we appreciate the time and effort being made by the Zoning
Board of Appeals in considering these
The NSWF has worked very hard over the past few years to obtain the property, to fund
the purchase and to try to accommodate the interests
of the local residents. Creating an undersized lot with the intention of selling it to the
Robin's Island properties was not necessarily our original
vision when this grass roots effort began, but it is generally viewed as the best way for
the NSWF to move forward and still protect the property
from development.
The Galley Ho restaurant, which graced the northern side of the lot, was part of the
character of the town for many years. It would be wonderful
if a restaurant of that size or smaller could return to that spot. It would provide jobs and
it would generate the funds needed to maintain the
2/5/2013
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properties.
We have made several donations to the Fund over the last several years. We have
volunteered our time cleaning up the space. We have
volunteered to sell raffle tickets on behalf of the Fund. Our eldest son gives away free
lemonade every 4th of July and takes donations on behalf
of the fund. He has raised more than $600 over the past 4 years! Although we still want to be part of the evolution of
the land, going forward, would like the Fund to sustain
itself and if these two requests are approved, it will go a long way toward enabling the Fund to do this.
Thank you for your time and effort in considering these requests made on behalf of the New
Suffolk Waterfront Fund.
Kind regards,
Jean and Jeremy Goell
FEB ~ 2013
BOARD OF APPEALS
2/5/2013
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Toth, Vicki
From: Tptm@aol.com
Sent: Monday, February 04, 2013 2:45 PM
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: Galley Ho and the New Suffolk Waterfront
Please support this endeavor because it is a unique opportunity to keep
the New Suffolk Waterfront as a beautiful destination without a real
commercial look that would be the demise of it true character. Any problems
could be resolved with everyone's interest because we all want an area
where there is enjoyment of the outdoors, also a place to get a reasonably
priced bite to eat without the Manhattan prices and proper attire for Legends
in the summer while at the beach.
Thomas Scally,
New Suffolk NY
RECEIVED
FEB ~ ?n'~
2/5/2013
Toth, Vicki
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Subject:
Gary Osborne [osbornenyc@gmaiLcom]
Monday, February 04, 2013 2:00 PM
Toth, Vicki
New Suffolk Resident on First Street
Dear Ms. Toth,
My family and I have been a resident on First Street in New Suffolk for almost a decade.
We are in full support of the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund's plans to not only preserve the
property almost next door to us on Cutchogue Harbor, but also to build community through
providing a small scale snack bar / restaurant. This is a wonderful idea that will bring
the locals together and will also allow the NSWF to continue to thrive through
establishing a business on the property. It will prove to be an asset to not only the
community of New Suffolk, but is needed to continue to pay for improvements and the
running of the Waterfront.
We have been in full support of the NSWF's responsible & extensive planning and involvment
of the community over the last several years and know that each decision and proposal laid
forth is only a benefit to our unique community in New Suffolk.
Kind regards,
Gary Osborne
1200 First Street
New Suffolk, NY 11956
BOAP, D OF APPEALS
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From: rzeller2@optonline.net
Sent: Monday, February 04, 2013 1:06 PM
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: new suffolk waterfront "cafe"
This is to request that you approve the application for the above. Such a locale would be a
wonderful venue for people who live in New Suffolk and nearby (me) to get together informally
and will not be detrimental to its neighbors. There has always been a restaurant there. I will
attend the meeting on Thursday the7th. Leslie Weisman seems to do her job efficiently, but we
are worried and hope that the decision will be in our favor.
Sincerely,
Ruth E. Zeller
225 Willow Street
Cutchogue, NY 11935
631-734-7726
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FEB 5 2013
BOARD OF APPEALS
2/5/2013
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From: bbesttk@aol.com
Sent: Monday, February 04, 2013 7:30 AM
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: [SPAM] - New Suffolk Waterfront Galley Ho
Dear Vicki
As a resident of Cutchogue I encourage approval of the Galley Ho as a cafe to improve economic
and social and aesthetic as well historical aspects of New Suffolk and surrounding communities.
Thank you.
rcg~rds,
RECEIVED
FEB 4
BOARD OF APPEALS
2/4/2013
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Lauren Krug [Ikghomeoffice@optonline.net]
Sunday, February 03, 2013 5:36 PM
Toth, Vicki BOARD OF APPEALS
Feb 7th ZBA Hearing on New Suffolk Waterfront, Inc. restaurant use
To: Leslie Weismann, Chairman and Members of the zoning Board of Appeals
As a past president of the New Suffolk Civic Association and current member of the board
of the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc., I wanted to share with you some history
regarding the New Suffolk Waterfront. I became president of the NSCA in 2002 at the same
time the then owners of the waterfront property proposed a high end marina for the area.
The NSCA immediately went into action to try and defeat this proposal through community
meetings in which it was determined what the community at large felt would be the best use
of the property.
When the high end marina idea fell through it was followed by a proposal to use the
waterfront property for high and dry boat storage. Again, the community at large protested
and participated in successfully defeating this proposal. As part of these community
meetings, it was determined that the best way to protect the waterfront from further
development was for the New Suffolk Community at large to purchase it. At this same
meeting, it was agreed that the Waterfront Committee become independent of the New Suffolk
Civic Association and a proposal was submitted and a resolution passed by the by the
Members of the New Suffolk Civic Assn.
on behalf on the community creating the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, which eventually
became what it is today, the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc. a not-for-profit
organization sanctioned with the responsibility of not only raising the funds needed to
purchase the property, but with the purpose of determining what would be the best way to
utilize t it.
Many community meetings later, it was determined to respect the wishes of not only the
residents of New Suffolk, but neighboring communities as well, and keep the Galley Ho
building as a restaurant, the existing barn as a storage facility and the red utility
building as a possible museum, gallery and place to hold classes. The other biggest
request from the community at large, other than continuing to use the Galley Ho as a
restaurant, was to maintain as much of the rest of the property as open space.
This brings us to where we are today. In the past year the NSWF, Inc., aware of the
importance of having as much space as possible for parking in an already congested area,
built a parking lot consisting of 38-40 spaces on the northern most portion of the overall
property. In addition, it has been determined that the segment of the property facing
First Street could also be utilized for parking.
My purpose in bringing up the parking issue is to demonstrate awareness and willingness on
the part of the NSWF, Inc. to provide as much parking as possible so as to respect
concerns of homeowners in the surrounding the waterfront area, and the rules and the
regulations of the Town of Southold on issues pertaining to parking in tourist designation
sites.
During my six years as president of the NSCA, a great deal of my time and effort was spent
working with Supervisor Russell and Highways Superintendent Pete Harris on ways to resolve
the lack of parking for residents of and visitors to New Suffolk. As member of the New
Suffolk Waterfront Fund Board, it is still my intention, and that of the Board, to work
with the ZBA, the Planning Board and the Town Board in resolving all parking issues
related to the project at hand.
In closing, I urge you, the members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, to vote in favor of
allowing the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc. to reopen the Galley Ho as a destination
restaurant for those visiting the New Suffolk Waterfront. Historically, there has always
been a restaurant on this site in addition to restaurants on First Street. What is now
Legend's used to be Bonnie's By the Bay and prior to that it was The Harbor Inn dating
back to the 1930s and 1940s. The difference would be that the new Galley Ho would be more
of a caf~ in nature, with much less seating than in prior years. I thank you for your
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consideration in this mattel
Sincerely,
Lauren Krug Grant
2/3/2013
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BOARD OF APPEALS
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Patricia £, McIntyre
1970 Grathwohl Rd FEB 4 2013
New Suffolk, NY 11956
Ms. Leslie Weisman
Chair, Zoning Board of Appeals
Re: ZBA Variance # 6617
BOARD OF APPEALS
Dear Ms. Weisman,
I am writing as a resident of New Suffolk and a past President of the New Suffolk Civic
Association (2008-2012). I am also on the Board of the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund (NSWF).
The downtown property, now owned by the NSWF, has been threatened multiple times over
the last 3 decades with large scale development that was totally inappropriate for the center of
our small hamlet. Each of these projects received vigorous opposition from the majority of the
community. The last straw was the proposal for 3 story high and dry boat storage with parking
for 150 plus cars. At this point, members of the New Suffolk Civic Association resolved to
purchase the property to ensure its preservation. The non-profit New Suffolk Waterfront Fund
was created at the end of 2005 to accomplish this.
Since that time the NSWF has been raising the funds to acquire the property and to repay an
acquisition loan from The Conservation Fund. With the sale of the southern portion to Robins
Island Holdings, the acquisition phase will be accomplished and the NSWF can move on to
property restoration.
I strongly support the approval of restoring a restaurant use at the waterfront. This has been a
strong desire on the part of the community and most importantly will help the NSWF to be self-
sustaining.
Sincerely,
Patricia E. McIntyre
Former President, New Suffolk Civic Association
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From: Joe & Ellie [joeele45@optonline.net]
Sent: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 1:03 PM
To: Toth, Vicki
Cc: Barbara Schnitzler
Subject: ZBA hearind #6617
TO: Southold Town
ZBA
2013
From: Joe & Ellie Polashock
2625 Jackson St.
New Suffolk, NY 11956
JA~ ~ ~ 20~3
BOARD OF AppSAL$
Jan. 29,
Re: ZBA Hearing #6617
ZBA Members,
We are sending this email in hopes that you will approve the request for a zoning
change that will allow the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund to get a restaurant going on
the property.
This will create a flow of income to further the efforts of repairing and preserving
the marina and the property in general. We are sure the waterfront fund will
endeavor to comply with any requirements set before them. They have already
helped the parking situation by allowing the use of the First street side of the
property and some interior parking spaces for the use of Legends and Summer Girl.
The Waterfront Fund has run many successful fund raisers with minimal impact and
a lot of local support. A steady income stream would be extremely helpful in future
planning for the site. Any and all repairs and improvements to the property will only
functionally and visually help.
There have been several restaurants, a luncheonette and convenience store
operated on this site over a period of many years, all of which have been well
accepted. We hope you will consider this in a positive way as you make your
decision.
Thanks for your consideration in the matter,
Joe & Ellie Polashock, Residents and volunteers
1/29/2013
PATRICIA LOWRY
650 Otb I--Im~oR ROAD
/vis. Leslie Weisman, Chairperson
Southoid Zoning Board of Appeals
Southold Town Hall
5outhold, New York
NEw SUFFOLK NY 11956
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BO/XRD OF APPEALS
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Dear NLs. Weisman,
January 27 2013
I am writing in support of the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund's request to re-institute the
restaurant use on their property in New Suffolk.
I am a newly appointed Board member of the NSWF, but I have been a member of the community
for much longer. In fact, my husband, John Touhey, and I have owned or rented a home in the
area since 1977; and we have owned the Cutchogue Diner for 25 years. As (practically) old timers
we have experienced the many iterations of the Galley Ho and we mourn its absence.
As a young family we were attracted to the strong community in New Suffolk. We loved getting
our mail at the oid New Suffolk post office; buying popsides at Bill's store; and enjoying a sand-
wich on the deck of the Galley Ho. After the post office and general store were destroyed by
fire only the Galley Ho survived. It was the anchor of the Waterfront for many years. Our family
traveled across the water with our kids for fun summer dinners. Surprisingly, even now there are
only one or two restaurants in $outhold town where you can tie up your boat and dine. We need
to bring that unique experience back to the maritime community of New Suffolk.
Prior to becoming a Board member, I was a participant in the community meetings organized by
the Waterfront Fund. The NSWF has worked hard to decipher exactly what the community envi-
sions the use of Waterfront [and and buildings. In that quest, there have been numerous open fo-
rums and workshops. The process has been completely community focused with progress reports
given periodically through both meetings and newsletters, and, more recently, through emails
and postings on the website. Throughout this process the community has continuously voiced its
strong desire to restore the Galley Ho to a waterfront gathering spot with food and drink.
Now, as a Board member, I am very aware of the NSWF's goat to serve the community as best
as we can. The new site plan calls for not only the Galley Ho to be used as a caf& but also to be
used for classes and meetings as it has been since the NSWF took ownership. Our plan ls to
maintain control over the caf~ so it stays in line with our vision. We imagine restoring the Gal-
ley Ho as a step towaFds recreating the New Suffolk of OUF past while Fesbecting the pFesent
and future needs of New Suffolk.
I support the NSWF plans for the Galley Ho because it wit[ bring back a much-needed and
unique gathering spot for our community. It wilt once again be the anchor of the New Suffolk
Waterfront.
RECEIVED
Sincerety,
Patricia Lowry
BOARD OF APPEALS
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From: Barbara Butterworth [buttergillb@mac.com] RECEIVED
Sent: Sunday, January 27, 2013 8:52 AM
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: NSWF Application for Restaurant Use JAN ~. ~ ~: , ~
Dear Members of the ZBA,
BOARD OF APPEALS
I am writing in support of the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund's application for a
restaurant/cafe use on the site at the center of the hamlet of New Suffolk. AS many of
you probably know, the site has long had a restaurant, one that many remember fondly, it
was as community gatherin9 place and a very special spot as it was right on the water. AS
a member of the board, I spend significant time at the site often meetin9 people who come
down to enjoy the view. Invariably they remember the restaurant and hope something
similar will be there again.
Our vision is to create a beautiful site, mostly open space, on the water for all to
enjoy. At the same time, though, we seek to revive the waterfront as a focal point for
the community. A place to gather, meet friends, enjoy a cup of coffee and a beautiful
view. Havin~ a restaurant on the site is key to our being able to accomplish this
community buildin~ vision. The restaurant is also an essential part of our plan to make
the site self sustaining. We anticipate a restaurant/cafe smaller that what had
previously existed on the site. We are aware of the fragile nature of the environment and
the scarcity of parkin~ in the neighborhood and so are mindful of the need to have a
reasonable and sustainable footprint on the site.
I urge you to support this application for a restaurant use. Thank you for your
consideration.
Sincerely,
Barbara Butterworth
Vice Chair
New Suffolk Waterfront Fun
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From: LAurie6656@aol.com
Sent: Sunday, January 27, 2013 12:47 AM
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: Approval of Restaurant Use at the Old Galley Ho
Dear Zoning Board:
RECEIVED
BOARD OF APPEALS
As we will be out of town on February 7th and unable to attend the second hearing, we
would like you to know our position in this matter:
We wholeheartedly support your granting a restaurant use for the Galley Ho as
requested by the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund (NSWF) for the reasons listed
below.
1. MONEY - It is critical that the property becomes self-sustaining, and we believe that
having a restaurant to complement the marina is an essential piece of the puzzle. The
NSWF cannot continue to ask people to keep giving their time and money, over and over
again, year after year. Many New Suffolk residents are tired of constantly volunteering
and paying out. They want the property to be able to take care of itself.
2. QUALITY OF LIFE IN OUR COMMUNITY - New Suffolk residents need, and deserve, a
place in our own town to go for coffee/breakfast, get a newspaper, chat with our
neighbors, and enjoy some food in the heart of our beautiful waterfront hamlet. Up until
1994 - the year the General Store burned down - we had all that - as well as a full service
restaurant (i.e. - the Galley Ho.) Now we have nothing on this property.
3. PRESERVATION OF OPEN SPACE - New Suffolk residents were downright horrified
when the previous owners of the property proposed to build triple-tiered boat racks
for 150+ boats and parking for 180+ cars on the property. Thanks to the efforts of the
NSWF, over 90% of the north property and 90% of the south property will remain Open
Space, with easements in place to keep it that way. Please give them the tools they
now need to succeed financially for the long term!
4. IT IS A WORKING/BUSINESS DISTRICT....CARS PARKED ON THE STREET ARE
EXPECTED - For the past three years, the NSWF has been helping to improve parking in
New Suffolk by allowing Summer Girl and Legends to use 10 feet of its property for head
in parking, thereby doubling capacity for their patrons' cars. These businesses, as well
as Captain Marty's and the Post Office have zero dedicated parking for their customers
(the one exception being one handicapped space at the Post Office.) They all do a brisk
business, relying solely on on-street parking. It seems unfair to hold the NSWF to a much
higher standard than all the other New Suffolk businesses have to adhere to.
New Suffolk is a very special place and we have worked very hard to make this property,
open, accessible, and a real asset in the community. We sincerely hope that the Board
rules in favor of allowing the restaurant use.
Thank you for your consideration.
1/28/2013
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Respectfully Submitted,
Linda and Paul Auriemma
945 Fanning Rd.
New Suffolk, NY
RECEIVED
BOARD OF APPEALS
1/28/2013
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lucille field goodman [musicfleld@optonline.net]
Saturday, January 26, 2013 9:09 AM
Toth, Vicki
Hearing #6617 ZBA
To members of the ZBA and all interested parties:
Call it a restaurant, call it a cafe, it is a lifeline for the property to be be self-
sustaining, as well as adding to it's enhancement of the marina, and the park-like
atmosphere and civility of the environment. Where there are people, children and adults,
there must be food, and we hope to have a charming cafe that will make the atmosphere even
more desirable than it ever was.
Help us keep our local history alive; help us with our parking situation; help us to bring
our wonderful property back to life. We New Suffolkers are working hard to achieve our
goals which will enrich the North Fork to the benefit of all its occupants and visitors.
Thank you for your vital consideration.
Lucille Field Goodman
315 Fourth Street, POB 639
New Suffolk, NY 11956
RECEIVED
BOARD OF APPEALS
Toth, Vicki
From: Patsy Rogers [musicpatsyr@optonline.net] /
Sent: Thursday, January 24, 2013 6:01 PM {~ (",~ /~'7
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: New Suffolk Waterfront
As a thirty-three year resident of New Suffolk, a former Board member of the New Suffolk
Waterfront Fund, and a major donor to the purchase of the waterfront property, I am
writing to urge the ZBA to rule favorably on both items before it.
I understand that the hearing on the lot split with Robins Island Holdings is closed, and
I can only urge you to agree that this arrangement is an excellent way to enable the Fund
pay off the purchase price of the property.
AS to the north piece, which the Fund plans to retain, I urge you to allow the continuing
restaurant use, which of course has historically been a use on that site. I hasten to
point out that "restaurant" is probably the wrong word, as we wish to have an operation
more like a cafe - smaller than the old Galley Ho restaurant which has been on the
property for many years, though not operating recently. The cafe would enhance the use of
our deep-water marina, which will be repaired and re-built and help bring life back to
this beautiful waterfront.
The residents of New Suffolk who have been working on this project for years have always
expressed the same two desires about uses of the property in the future: keep as much
open space as possible and have some kind of eating and meeting place. I feel that the
current plan, as outlined at the recent ZBA hearing, will accomplish both of those
objectives, and I urge the ZBA to vote favorably on the plan. Sincerely, Patsy Rogers
George Maul
P.O. Box 635
New Suffolk, NY 11956
January 18th, 2013
Re: New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc. #66:17
RECEJ'VED
JAN I ~, 2013
130ARD OF APPEALS
Dear Leslie Weisman and Southold Zoning Board of Appeals,
Thank you very much for letting me sit in on the public part of your January 17 meeting. It was nice to
see people working so hard to explore all of the issues surrounding this proposal. I was particularly
struck by the way that regulation, community, finance and politics all make it difficult to discern the
right decision.
I would just like to say that no less is at stake than the future of New Suffolk. Downtown New Suffolk is
more than this particular lot. There is a larger community here that is not part of the NSWF. There is
also an active town beach, other businesses and a boat ramp where people back up into a four way
intersection all summer long. How raising the grade 4 feet will affect the entire village is yet to be
determined. Would the town raise the road? How another restaurant will affect summer traffic flow and
parking has not been addressed. These seem to be issues for the planning board but obviously this
parcel needs to be integrated into the larger area in an intelligent way and that issue is now before you.
Please continue to move slowly and keep the larger picture in mind.
From a zoning point of view I still think approving a second use for a 100 seat restaurant is wrong.
The argument that the NSWF is in a financial bind is no reason to give them permission to open a bar.
A better plan needs to be called for now.
Thank you, again, for your understanding and your vigilance regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
George Maul
January 13, 2013
To: Leslie Weisman, Z.B.A. Chairperson and Board Members
From: New Suffolk Civic Association
Re: New Suffolk Waterfront Fund hearing
We are writing in support of the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund to approve a zoning
change that would allow a restaurant usage to help them create a source of income
to support their programs and continue to improve the waterfront. The waterfront
fund was created from activities initiated by the civic association to protect and
preserve the waterfront from unsightly and intensive development that would have
been detrimental to the character of the hamlet. There have historically been
multiple fo~ venues, from luncheonettes to ice cream parlors and deli counters to
full-scale restaurant~ We know by past performance that the waterfront fund will
comply with an endeavor to meet all requirements set before them.
This approval will help them continue to improve the waterfront infrastructure that
will in the long-term help protec~ that part of the hamlet from storm damage and
wave action with improved bulkheads and ground stabilizatiom Thin will a]~o make
it a more attractive area to the residents and visitors. Residents and visitors who
have come to enjoy the "small town" ambiance and willingness of everyone to get
behind this project have given our board members positive feedbaclc
We look forward to your favorable consideration.
Sincerely,
Paul Cacioppo / ~/
President, blew Suffolk Civic Association
Toth, Vicki
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paul maffei [ppmaffei@gmail.com]
Thursday, January 17, 2013 2:42 PM
Toth, Vicki
[New Sender - ] - Restaurant/Cafe on New Suffolk Waterfront
to whom it may concern,
I have been resident and Southold tax payer for 30 years.
wants to be able to maintain our historic submarine base.
to fund this enterprise. Please allow us to do so.
Paul Maffei
6285 New Suffolk Road
New Suffolk, NY 11956
P.O Box 52
631-734-2601
The New Suffolk Waterfront Fund
We need a restaurant to be able
O~'qPPS,,qLs
George Maul
P.O. Box 635
New Suffolk, NY 11956
January 15th, 20~3
Dear Leslie Weisman and Southold Zoning Board of Appeals,
RECE]'VED
BOARD OF APPEALS
As a full time resident of New Suffolk, I have serious concerns about the application #6617 of the New
Suffolk Waterfront Fund to open a restaurant in downtown New Suffolk:
1. We need to know the final elevation of the site. Any septic system necessary for a 100 plus seat
restaurant would raise the grade by at least four feet. This will obscure the "scenic vista" that the
NSWF says they are trying to preserve. (see attached photo) Low profile fencing will only add insult
to injury.
2. Traffic and parking are already huge problems in New Suffolk and this project will only make things
worse, not better as represented by the proposal.
3. The consensus study originally done by the Peconic Land Trust indicated that the majority of
residents preferred open space or park land as the use of the site.
4. The zoning provides for one use. These proposals and the NSWF website indicate that the fund
plans to have a restaurant, a marina, a park, an outdoor amphitheater, a maritime grassland
preserve, a boat storage building with private parking, a small history museum, a modest boat
storage area, and a submarine memorial.
5. All of the community outreach meetings referred only to a small snack bar.
6. The NSWF is a privately formed not for profit corporation. It is not the government of New Suffolk.
Its members are not elected by the residents of New Suffolk. It has no strict obligation to the
residents of New Suffolk. For the President to say that 68% of the people have donated to their
cause is misleading. Many people have donated who are against the present proposal. 68% of the
people have not voted for this proposal and the NSWF has no such mandate as they claim.
7. In the past year the site has functioned as a 5K race ground, a catering hall, a marina, a yoga center,
a paddleboard business, a shellfish hatchery, a festival site, an outdoor vendors market, a parade
ground, and a community garden.
8. No one on the current board is a member of the downtown business community in New Suffolk.
9. Many of the board members and the current leadership are part time residents or don't even live
in New Suffolk.
Thank you in advance for your understanding and your vigilance regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
George Maul
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From: Maria Romano [mariaromano@schoolworksonline.org]
Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 1:24 PM
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: [POSSIBLE SPAM] - cafe at Galley Ho location
I am a resident at 1165 Theresa Drive and love to frequent the area at New Suffolk beach. I am very
much in favor of a cafe at the location of the Galley Ho and think it would inject life and vitality into the
area. It will be a good revenue source as well
Maria Romano
The Children's Center for Early Learning
83 Marlborough Road
Brooklyn, New York 11226
718 284 3110 x 212 tel.
718 989 9237 fax
mariaromano~schoolworksonline.orq
www.schoolworksonline.orq
Maria Romano
SEIT Supervisor
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JAN I ,5 2013
BOARD OF APPEALS
1/15/2013
Toth, Vicki
From: Dan Petrie [drpetrie@earthlink.net] / /
Sent: Monday, January 14, 2013 10:42 AM
/
To: Toth, Vicki ~ RECEIVED
Subject: [New Sender - ] - New Suffolk Waterfront
Attachments:
ZBA HEARING UPDATE TO VOLUNTEERS-I.doc
JAN i 4 2013
BOARD OF APPEALS
ZBA HEARING
DATE TO VOLUNTEI
Hi Vicki,
I think that any changing for a new 118 seat year round restaurant marina on the water in
New Suffolk is going to have a big impact on the bay and this small Hamlet.
It should not be decided in Feb when most of the residents are not around. (Nice letter
from Joe Mckay but he is in Key West for the winter and lives in Greenport. This will not
have any impact on him ) Attached is the email from the Water Front Fund. The number one
thing the community wanted is not a 118 seat year round restaurant, it was open space and
a park. There is always a plan B
Thank You, Daniel Petrie First Street New Suffolk
ZBA HEARING UPDATE TO VOLUNTEERS Hearing #6617
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Thursday's ZBA hearing was attended by so many of you, thank you!
JAN 1 4 2013
BOARD OF APPEALS
The hearing on the lot split with Robins Island Holdings is closed and we should
hear the result within 2 - 4 weeks. We are optimistic.
The hearing on the restaurant use remains open, and is on the ZBA agenda
February 7 at 10 a.m. Because ora few concerns voiced at the meeting, I am asking
another favor of all of you - PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL to show your support for a
restaurant on the property. Here are some FACTS:
It is critical that the property become self-sustaining. We cannot continue
fundraising at this level. We are tired of asking, and you are tired of giving.
Restaurant is the number one use requested at outreach meetings.
People want the property to come back to life, as it does each time we host an event
there.
Over 90% of the north property and 90% of the south property will remain Open
Space, with easements in place to keep it that way.
The property has historically had a restaurant on it.
The zoning code Uses the term restaurant, although we want to create a cafe. We
are proposing fewer seats than the former Galley Ho had.
A cafe will enhance the marina, which has had very limited use in the last few years.
We want to improve and utilize this deep-water marina again.
We plan to keep our local history alive, by re-using our historic building.
New Suffolk has a long-standing parking problem. For the past three years, we have
been helping improve it by allowing Summer Girl and Legends to use 10 feet of our
property for head in parking, doubling their capacity. We cannot change the fact
that Legends and Summer Girl do not have dedicated parking, we can only make
sure that we have it.
The property has flooded many times in the past. We will repair our bulkhead and
docks to help protect our town, and our engineer will design for drainage and
flooding, but changing weather and rising sea levels are beyond our control.
MOST IMPORTANT, there is no PLAN B. In six years, no one has ever come up with a
feasible alternative except boat racks.
Please send your email (groups are ok) to vicki.tothF~town.southold.ny.us Thank
You!
Toth, Vicki
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Elaine Romagnoli [nycemma@mecom]
Wednesday, January 09, 2013 9:34 AM
Toth, Vicki
[New Sender - ] - ZBA hearing # 6617
As a long time resident of New Suffolk residing on First Street and as the former owner of
Legends restaurant I wholly support the idea's put before you by the New Suffolk
Waterfront committee.
The idea of turning the former Galley HO restaurant into a cafe is very appealing not only
to me, but, to many other members of this community. More importantly the fact that it
should help off set the cost of maintaining the property while preserving its history and
ecology seems to be a top priority among many of us.
Sincerely,
Elaine Romagnoli
1230 First Street
New Suffolk,New York
Sent from my iPad
RECEIVED
BOARD OF APPEALS
Toth, Vicki
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Steven L Figari [steve.figari@gmail.com]
Wednesday, January 09, 2013 8:56 AM
Toth, Vicki
[New Sender - ] - New Suffolk waterfront
AS a long time resident of New Suffolk I would like to go on record as favoring a small
cafe on the site formerly named the Galley Ho. It would be a great asset to our hamlet and
enable this downtown parcel to become self sustaining. I appreciate anything you can do
to bring this about.
Thank you,
Steven L Figari
ECEIvED
JAN ~ 9 2013
BOARD OF APPEALS
Toth, Vicki
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Ellen Goldstein [ellenora@optonline.net]
Tuesday, January 08, 2013 4:15 PM
Toth, Vicki
in support of a restaurant...
Dear Reader,
Ellen and Gil Goldstein, as 16 year residents of New Suffolk, would like to support the
idea of a restaurant on the site of the former Galley Ho. We are concerned about parking
problems, but hopefully that can be addressed in the property and not overwhelm the area.
Thank you. Ellen and Gil Goldstein
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JAN - 9 20 ~
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From: Shannon Simon [shannonsimon@optonline.net] RECEIVED
Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2013 5:38 PM
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: The New Suffolk Waterfront Fund Restaurant Request J A N - D ~ 013
Dear Ms. Weisman and the Zoning Board of Appeals,
BOARD OF APPEALS
I was in attendance at the ZBA meeting on Thursday, January 3, when the New Suffolk
Waterfront concerns were being discussed. I would have offered some information at the
meeting, but because the meeting seemed destined to go into adjournment, I decided to
write instead of taking more time at the lengthy meeting.
AS the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund's Volunteer Coordinator, coupled with managing the
Waterfront's Community garden, I have had the opportunity of spending a lot of time at the
waterfront site. People are always stopping to ask questions about what is going on with
the Waterfront project, but the number one question that is asked by every one of the
visitors is, "When is the Galley Ho going to open again?" In all, probably as many as
800 to 1000 people have asked that question when they arrive at the transient dock by
boat, when they ride in on bicycles, when they are just passing through or going to Summer
Girl or Legends and even Capt. Marty's. During events, people ask about when the Galley
Ho will be open as a place to get a bite to eat. At the Chowder Fests, at the 5K races,
and even during the Sweet and Savory House Tour, the same question came again and again.
Not only is the Galley Ho a lifeline for the Waterfront Fund, but it seems to have been a
wonderful stopping off place for a bite to eat and a wonderful view of the that beautiful
Bay. Please allow the Waterfront to reinstate the Galley Ho as a "restaurant" even though
we are calling it a cafe.
Sincerely,
Shannon Simon
Toth, Vicki
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Joni Friedman [pedrogft@yahoo.com]
Wednesday, January 09, 2013 7:18 AM
Toth, Vicki
[New Sender - ] - New Suffolk Waterfront
E'FCEDJED
BOARD OF APPEALS
To Whom This May Concern,
AS a twenty year resident of New Suffolk, my family has enjoyed every aspect of living in
our small and vital hamlet. The Galley Ho was the only port in the storm when we first
came here and it was indeed a very special spot for meeting, resting, eating and enjoying
the special view of the Peconic Bay. Over the last years of our extraordinary fundraising
efforts, the Galley Ho has come back to life as a community center and beacon for the
North Fork. Those whom remember the past and those hoping to enjoy the future with our
unique, historical and community based restaurant have gathered for meetings, festivals
and activities to make this all a reality. We need to preserve our special place whom so
many have worked so hard to painstakingly bring to fruition. It must have the restaurant
intact and fully functioning in order to make the New Suffolk Waterfront a self-sustaining
environment. The restaurant is the most important key for us to keep this going forward
into the immediate future. Watching a community come together and grow a unified
preservation project is something spectacular. It has been a privilege. We have worked so
hard to make this happen with the support of so many. Thank you for the opportunity to
hear and consider our very vital project.
Sincerely,
Joni Friedman
Toth, Vicki
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Joe McKay [crazyaboutwords@gmail.com]
Wednesday, January 02, 2013 9:16 PM
Toth, Vicki
[New Sender - ] - ZBA hearing 113113
Please approve the New Suffolk Waterfront Pund's request for a boundary line move, and for
a small cafe-type facility in the old Galley Ho building.
These elements are vital to the future of our waterfront and to the expressed interests of
the community over the course of the past 5 years during which acquisition of the property
was achieved thanks to community support. (Over 70% of community donated $$, and we have a
cadre of almost 100 volunteers who are called on regularly!)
Thank you for your consideration of this project which will serve as a community model in
the years to come.
Joe Mc Kay
Former Pres, New Suffolk Civic Assoc.
current Board Member, New Suffolk Waterfront Fund
Toth, Vicki
From: James Grathwohl [jfgrathwohl@msn.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 02, 2013 7:11 PM
To: Toth, Vicki
Cc: Barbara Schnilzler; Souhold Town Landmarks Preservation Commission
Subject: New Suffolk Waterfront
January 2, 2013
Page 1 of I
TO:
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Leslie Weisman
Chair, Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals
James F, Grathwohl
Chair, Southold Town Landmarks Preservation Commission
Barbara Schnitzler
Chair, New Suffolk Waterfront Preservation Fund
SUBJECT: New Suffolk Waterfront
Dear Ms. Weisman,
I strongly support the application of the New Suffolk Waterfront Preservation Fund to (1) divide their
parcel in order to sell the southerly portion to neighboring Robins Island Holdings and (2) to re-instate
the use of the well known Galley Ho on the northern portion to its former use as a restaurant.
Historically, the site is where the Goldsmith and Tuthill Shipyard was located for many years. The
Holland Torpedo Boat Co. leased space here where the USS Holland, the first submarine commissioned
by the U.S. Navy in 1905 was outfitted and tested in Peconic Bay, making this site one of the most
significant locations in U.S. Navy history. A roadside marker explains the significance of this site that also
is a Southold Town historic landmark and is listed by the Society for the Preservation of Long Island
Antiquities.
The Southold Town Landmarks Preservation Commission commends the Waterfront Preservation Fund
Board for its plans to enhance the site by moving the historic Galley Ho, which suffered considerable
damage from Hurricane Sandy, further back on the site and restore it to its Iong-Ume use as a restaurant
serving especially local seafood. There has been a restaurant there for many years and this
restoration will be welcomed by the local community, as well as supporting the local economy.
I strongly support, and I believe the local community does, too, the application of the New Suffolk
Waterfront Fund. I urge you and your colleagues on the ZBA to approve it. Thanks for your support.
.~ames F. Grathwohl
Chair
Southold Town Landmarks Preservation Commission
1/3/2013
Toth, Vicki
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From: JGiven@nwl.com
Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2013 7:55 PM
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: [New Sender - ] - Zoning Board - Attention: Leslie Weismann: New Suffolk Waterfront Meeting, January
3, 2013
Dear Ms. Weismann,
First of all, let me commend you on running a professional meeting today with regard to the zoning
variance petitions put forward by the New Suffolk Waterfront Fund (NSWF). It is unfortunate that all the
zoning board members do not maintain the same level of professionalism and even perspective that you
demonstrated today.
After being at the meeting, I felt compelled to voice my strong support in favor of both proposals made by
Attorney Wickham and Barbara Schnitzler. Being a property owner in New Suffolk for over 30 years, in
additional to my family's ownership of New Suffolk property for 100+ years, the welfare and preservation
of the waterfront are of significant importance to my family and me.
The efforts and achievements that the NSWF has accomplished to date, on behalf of the hamlet of New
Suffolk, are nothing short of exceptional and for that they should be commended. Furthermore, NSWF's
efforts going forward should be supported and endorsed by your board.
The parking issues voiced during the meeting are not germane to supporting this preservation project. As
you aptly pointed out, there will be ample time during the site approval process for input, study and
revision if required. The issues raised regarding parking, albeit a possible problem, are not germane to
the proposal and thus should be dealt with separately.
Finally, this preservation project is only sustainable given the generation of on-going revenue. The
proposal submitted will achieve this while at the same time providing a service desired by the entire New
Suffolk community. It is in fact a "win-win" for all and thus should be resoundingly endorsed.
Thank your for your consideration and I look forward to the zoning boards unanimous approval of both
subject petitions.
Regards,
Jim Given
159 Old Harbor Road
New Suffolk, NY
(6310 259-2182
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Toth, Vicki
From: Julie Saul I'iuliem@saulgallery.com]
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Tuesday, January 01, 2013 3:19 PM BOARD OF APPEALS
To: Toth, Vicki
Subject: [New Sender - ] - Waterfront Zoning for New Suffolk
Dear Zoning Board, I am writing in regard to the zoning hearing coming up on January 3rd for
the New Suffolk Waterfront. I own a home on the comer of King and 1st Street, directly across
the street from Captain Marty's and just north of Legends. I have owned the house for almost 6
years and am extremely interested in the evolution of the waterfront area as it directly effects me
on every level, from how it looks to noise level etc. I am very happy that Louis Bacon has
undertaken to own and maintain the lower third of the property which has been acquired by the
New Suffolk Waterfront group. I encourage you to pass this request on the 3rd. If you look at
the way he has designed and maintained his current facility on the mainland it is clear that he
has a good aesthetic sense which adheres to the native flora and also historic architecture of the
area. He has maintained the building and the surrounding grounds beautifully at all times.
In terms of the development of the upper two thirds, I advocate for a cafe to be licensed to
operate on the property. There is a need to generate funds to maintain the area, and also I think
an alternative to Legends restaurant would be welcome. However, ! also feet strongly that the
parking needs to be maintained off the main street (First Street) as much as possible, and I
would like to see some independent governing board approve design decisions. In my opinion
(and I am an art historian and art dealer ) there have been some really bad design decisions made
to date. I also have heard discussion of a museum and learning center and I am really opposed
to these sorts of ideas. This is a leisure, nature area an I just don't see the point. Obviously
living in such proximity to the area I am concerned about the volume of visitors and
accompanying noise and traffic generated by waterfront activity.
My contact info is below. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like to discuss these
matters further.
Sincerely yours,
Julie Saul
875 King St.
New Suffolk, NY 11936
iuliem~saulgallery.com
631-734-5888
646-244-5700 cell
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STATE OF NEW YORK)
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COUNTY OF SUFFOLK)
Karen Kine of Mattituck, in said county, being duly sworn, says that she is
Principal Clerk of THE SUFFOLK TIMES, a weekly newspaper, published at
Mattituck, in the Town of Southold, County of Suffolk and State of New York, and that
the Notice of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been regularly published in
said Newspaper once each week for 1__ week(s), successfully commencing on the 3rd
3rd day of January1 2013.
Sworn to before me this
LEGAL NOTICE
SOUTHOLD TOWN
ZONE~IG BOARD OF APPEALS
THURSDAY JANUARY 3,2013
PUBLIC HEAR1NGS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pur-
suant to Section 267 of theTown Law and
Town Code Chapter 280 (Zoning),Town
of Southold, the following public hear-
ings will be held by the SOUTHOLD
TOWN ZONING BOARD OF AP-
PEALS at the Town Hall, 53095 Main
Road, I~O. Box 1179. Southold, New
York 11971-0959, on THURSDAY JAN-
11:00 A.M. - NEW SUFFOLK
WATERFRONT FUND. INC. and
ROBIN'S ISLAND HOLDINGS. LL{4
- #6616 - Request for Variances from
Art. XIII Code Section 280-56 and the
Building Inspector's September 18,2012
Notice nf Disapproval based on an ap-
plication for a permit for a minor sub-
division at; 1) lot size less than the code
required 80,000 sq. ft. per Bulk schedule
in MII District, 2) lot size less than the
code required 160,000 sq. ft. for the pro~
posed second use, located at: 650 and 380
First Street (corner Jackson Street, Main
Street) (adj. to Cutchogue Harbor) New
Suffolk, NY. SCTM#1000-117-8-18&I9
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day of
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2013.
LINSKI
NOTARY PUBLIC-STA*~E OF NEW YORK
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based on an application for building p
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stracturally altered or moved, provi~
such action does not create any n
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Dated: December 11, 20~2
ZONING BOARD OFAPPEA
LESLIE KANES WEISMAN, CHAt
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BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
Tel. (631) 765-1809 Fax (631) 765-9064
Bob Fisher
Leslie K. Weisman, ZBA Chairperson
December 17, 2012
Request for Comments ZBA # 6617 NEW SUFFOLK WATERFRONT
FUND, INC.
The ZBA is reviewing the following application, and enclosed copies of Building
Department's Notice of Disapproval, ZBA application, and latest map.
The file is available for review of additional documentation at your convenience for
reference if needed.
NAME TAX #/ ZBA ZONING REQUEST SURVEY PREPARER
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STATE OF NEW YORK)
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COUNTY OF SUFFOLK)
Karen Kine of Mattituck, in said county, being duly sworn, says that she is
Principal Clerk of THE SUFFOLK TIMES, a weekly newspaper, published at
Mattituck, in the Town of Southold, County of Suffolk and State of New York, and that
the Notice of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been regularly published in
said Newspaper once each week for 1 week(s), successfully commencing on the
24th day of January, 2013.
Sworn to before
LEGAL NOTICE
SOUTHOLD TOWN ZONING
BOARD OF APPEALS
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 7, 2013
PUBLIC HEARINGS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pur-
suant to Section 267 of the Town Law and
Town Code Chapter 280 (Zoning), Town
of Sou~kold, the follow~ng public hear-
ings will be held by the SOUTHOLD
TOWN ZONING BOARD OF AP-
PEALS at the Town Hall, 53095 Main
Road, P.O. Box 1179, Southold, New
York 11971-0959, on ~
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inspector's December 12, 2012 Notice of
Disapproval based on an application for
building permit for demolition and re-
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commercial building at: 1) less than the
code required front yard setback of
feet, located at: 42155 Main Road aka
State Route 25 (corner Peconic Lane)
Peconic, NY. SCTM#1000-75-t -14
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B), based on the Building Inspector's
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proval concerning "as built" 5 foot high
fence and "as built" 8 foot high deer
fence around a single family dwelling,
at: 1) fence height at more than the code
permitted four feet in height when lo-
cated in a front yard, 2) fence height at
more than the code permitted 6 {6 feel
in height when located in the side and
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from Article XXIII Code Section 280-
123, Article XXII Section 280-116 (B)
and the Building Inspector's October
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additions and alterations to a seasonal
cottage at; 1) a nonconforming building
containing a nonconforming use shall not
be enlarged, reconstructed, structurally
altered or moved, unless such building is
changed to a conforming use, 2) less than
the code required bulkhead setback of
75 feet, located at: #11 Breezy Shores
Community, Inc., 65490 Main Road (aka
State Route 25) aka Sage Blvd. (adj. to
Shelter Island Sound) Greenport, NY.
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SOUTHOLD, NEW YORK
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BOARD MEMBERS
Leslie Kanes Weisman, Chairperson
James Dinizio, Jr.
Gerard P. Goehringer
George Homing
Ken Schneider
Southold Town Hall
53095 Main Road · P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 1 t 971-0959
Office Location:
Town Annex/First Floor, Capital One Bank
54375 Main Road (at Youngs Avenue)
Southold, NY 11971
http://southoldtown.northfork.net
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
Tel. (631) 765-1809 ° Fax (631) 765-9064
LEGAL NOTICE
SOUTHOLD TOWN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
THURSDAY, JANUARY 3, 2013
PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 267 of the Town Law and Town Code
Chapter 280 (Zoning), Town of Southold, the following public hearing will be held by the
SOUTHOLD TOWN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS at the Town Hall, 53095 Main Road,
P.O. Box 1179, Southold, New York 11971-0959, on THURSDAY, JANAURY 3 ~ 2013:
11:20 A.M. - NEW SUFFOLK WATERFRONT FUND~ INC. - #6617 - Request for Special
Exception per Article XlII Section 280-55 (B) 1 to operate a restaurant in a Marine II (Mil)
District, located at: 650 First Street (corner Jackson Street, Main Street) (adj. to
Cutchogue Harbor) New Suffolk, NY. SCTM#1000-117-8-18
The Board of Appeals will hear all persons, or their representatives, desiring to be heard
at each hearing, and/or desiring to submit written statements before the conclusion of
each hearing. Each hearing will not start earlier than designated above. Files are
available for review during regular business hours and prior to the day of the hearing. If
you have questions, please contact our office at (631) 765-1809, or by email:
Vicki. Toth~,Town. Southold.ny.us
Dated: December 10, 2012
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
LESLIE KANES WEISMAN, CHAIRPERSON
By: Vicki Toth
54375 Main Road (Office Location)
53095 Main Road (Mailing/USPS)
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971-0959
NOTICE OF HEARING
The following application will be heard by the Southold T~)wn
Board of Appeals at Town Hall, 53095 Main Road, Southold:
NAME:
SCTM #:
NEW SUFFOLK WATERFRONT
FUND, INC. # 6617
1000-117-8-18
VARIANCE: SPECIAL EXCEPTION
REQUEST:
RESTAURANT & MARINA
DATE: THURS., JAN. 3, 2013 11:20 AM
If you are interested in this project, you may review the fih (s) prior to the
hearing dur, ng normal business days between 8 AM and 3 PM. ZONING
BOARD OF APPEALS-TOWN OF SOUTHOLD 765-1809
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
MAILING ADDRESS and PLACE OF HEARINGS: 53095 Main Road, Town Hall Building,
P.O. Box 1179 Southold, NY 11971-0959
(631) 765-1809 Fax 765-9064
LOCATION OF ZBA OFFICE: Town Hall Annex at North Fork Bank Building, 1st Floor
54375 Main Road and Youngs Avenue, Southold
website: http://southtown.northfork.net
December 10, 2012
Re: Town Code Chapter 55 -Public Notices for Thursday, January 3,2013
Hearing
Dear Sir or Madam:
Please find enclosed a copy of the Legal Notice describing your recent application. The Notice
will be published in the next issue of The Suffolk Times.
1) Before December 17th:
Please send the enclosed Legal Notice, with both a Cover Letter including your telephone
number and a copy of your Survey or Site Plan (filed with this application) which shows the
new construction area or other request, by CERTIFIED MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT
REQUESTED, to al_l owners of property (tax map with property numbers enclosed), vacant or
improved, which abuts and any property which is across from any public or private street.
Use the current owner name and addresses shown on the assessment rolls maintained by the
Southold Town Assessors' Office, or Real Property Office at the County Center, Riverhead. If
you know of another address for a neighbor, you may want to send the notice to that address as
well. If any letter is returned to you undeliverable, you are requested to make other attempts to
obtain a mailing address or to deliver the letter to the current owner, to the best of your ability,
and to confirm how arrangements were made in either a written statement, or during tho
hearin.q, providing the returned letter to us as soon as possible;
AND not later than December 24th: Please either mail or deliver to our office your Affidavit of
Mailing (form enclosed) with parcel numbers, names and addresses noted, along with the
green/white receipts postmarked by the Post Office. When the green signature cards are
returned to you later by the Post Office, please mail or deliver them to us before the scheduled
hearing. If any envelope is returned "undeliverable", please advise this office as soon as
possible. If any signature card is not returned, please advise the Board during the hearing and
provide the card (when available). These will be kept in the permanent record as proof of all
Notices.
2) Not Later December 26th: Please make arrangements to place the enclosed Poster on a
signboard such as cardboard, plywood or other material, posting it at the subject property seven
(7) days (or more) prior to hearing. (It is the applicantJagents responsibility to maintain sign
until Public Hearing) Securely place the sign on your property facing the street, not more than
10 feet from the front property line bordering the street, if you border more than one street or
roadway, an extra sign is supplied for posting on both front yards. Please deliver or mail your
Affidavit of Postin.q for receipt by our office before December 31, 20'12.
If you are not able to meet the deadlines stated in this letter, please contact us promptly. Thank
you for your cooperation. (PLEASE DISPLAY YOUR HOUSE NUMBER ALWAYS).
Very truly yours,
Zoning Appeals Board and Staff
Encls.
Office Location:
Town Annex/First Floor, Capital One Bank
54375 Main Road (at Youngs Avenue)
Southold, NY 11971
Mailine Address:
53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY l 1971-0959
http://southoldtown.northfork.net
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
Tel. (631) 765-1809 Fax (631) 765-90~
November 20, 2012
Mr. Thomas Isles, Director
Suffolk County Department of Planning
P.O. Box 6100
Hauppauge, NY 11788-0099
Dear Mr. Isles:
Please find enclosed the following application with related documents for review
pursuant to Article XlV of the Suffolk County Administrative Code:
ZBA File # 6616 & 6617 Owner/Applicant: NEW SUFFOLK WATERFRONT FUND, INC.
Action Requested: Subdivision/lot line change, second use on parcel, marina & restaurant.
Within 500 feet of:
( ) State or County.Road
(X) Waterway (Bay, Sound, or Estuary)
( ) Boundary of Existing or Proposed County, State, Federal land.
( ) Boundary of Agricultural District
( ) Boundary of any Village or Town
If any other information is needed, please do not hesitate to call us. Thank you.
Very truly yours,
Encls.
Leslie
Yeisman ~
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Office Location:
Town Annex/First Floor, Capital One Bank
54375 Main Road (at Youngs Avenue)
Southold, NY 11971
Mailing Address:
53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971-0959
http://southoldtown.north fork.net
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTItOLD
Tel. (631) 765-1809 Fax (631) 765-9064
November 20, 2012
Mark Terry, Principal Planner
LWRP Coordinator
Planning Board Office
Town of Southold
Town Hall Annex
Southold, NY 11971
NOV 2 0 2012
Re: ZBA File Ref. No. #6616 & 6617 NEW SUFFOLK WATERFRONT FUND, 1NC.
1000-117-8-18 & 19
Dear Mark:
We have received an application for a subdivision/lot line change, and a Special
Exception for second use on parcel # 1 for marina and restaurant. A copy of the Building
Inspector's Notice of Disapproval under Chapter 280 (Zoning Code), and survey map,
project description form, are attached for your reference.
Your written evaluation with recommendations for this proposal, as required under the
Code procedures of LWRP Section 268-5D is requested within 30 days of receipt of this
letter.
Thank you.
Very truly yours,
Leslie I~
Chairp~
By: x
Office Location:
Town Annex/First Floor, Capital One Bank
54375 Main Road (at Youngs Avenue)
Southold, NY 11971
Mailing Address:
53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971-0959
MEMO
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
http://southoldtown.northfork.net
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
Tel. (631) 765-1809 Fax (631) 765-9064
Planning Board ~0V 2 0 201?-
Leslie K. Weisman, ZBA Chairperson
November 20, 2012
Request for Comments ZBA # 6616 & 6617 NEW SUFFOLK
WATERFRONT FUND, INC.
As confirmed with your office, the ZBA is reviewing the following application, and
enclosed copies of Building Department's Notice of Disapproval, ZBA application, and
latest map. The Planning Board may be involved under the site plan review steps under
Chapter 280 (Zoning), and your review and comments are requested at this time.
The file is available for review of additional documentation at your convenience for
reference if needed.
NAME TAX#/ ZBA ZONING REQUEST SURVEY PREPARER
ZONE CODE DATE
STAMPED
NEW 1000- 6616 Article Subdivision/lot July 5, Barrett
SUFFOLK 117-8-18 & XlII, line change & 2012 Bonacci &
WATERFRONT & t9 66t7 Section Special Van Weele,
FUND, INC. 280-56 Exception for PC
marina &
restaurant
Your comments are appreciated within 30 days.
Thank you.
Encls.
BOARD MEMBERS
Leslie Kanes Weisman, Chairperson
Gerard P. Goehringer
George Homing
Ken.Schneider
http://southoldtown.northfork.net
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
Tel. (631) 765-1809 · Fax (631) 765-9064
Southold Town Hall
53095 Main Road · P.O. Box 1179
Southold, NY 11971-0959
Town Annex/First Floor, Capital One Bank
54375 Main Road (at Youngs Avenue)
Southold, NY 11971
March 5,2013
Abigail Wickham, Esq.
P.O. Box 1424
Mattituck, NY 11952
Re: Special Exception #6617 - New Suffolk Waterfront Fund, Inc.
Dear Ms. Wickham:
Transmitted for your records is a copy of the Board's February 28, 2013 Findings,
Deliberations and Determination, the original of which was filed with the Town Clerk
regarding the above application fbr a Special Exception.
Before commencing any activities, final site plan approval is necessary. Please be
sure to submit a copy of this determination to the Planning Department.
If you have any questions, please call the office.
SincerelyF-~
Vicki Toth
Encl.
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