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OFFICE LOCATION:
WILLIAM J.CREMERS Town Hall Annex
PIERCE RAFFERTY • a0� 54375 State Route 25
JAMES H.RICH III Oly (cor.Main Rd. &Youngs Ave.)
MARTIN H.SIDOR 10®UNT1 Southold,NY
Telephone: 631765-1938
www.southoldtownny.gov
PLANNING BOARD OFFICE
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
MEMORANDUM RECENED
OCT - 5 2015
To: Scott A. Russell, Supervisor Southold Town Clerk
Members of the Town Board
Elizabeth A. Neville, Town Clerk
cc: Town Attorney
From: Brian Cummings, Planner
Date: October 2, 2015
Re: Proposed Site Plan for The Heritage @ Cutchogue
75 Schoolhouse Rd., corner of Schoolhouse Rd. & Griffing St., Cutchogue
SCTM#1000-102-1-33.3
The Planning Board refers this application to you for your information, comments, review, and
a determination of jurisdiction, if applicable. Please be advised that the proposed residential
site plan originally submitted in 2006 has been revised as described below.
This proposed Residential Site Plan is for the development of 124 detached and attached
dwellings classified in three types: 48 "Type A" units (1,999 +/- sq. ft. livable area), 72 "Type
B" units (1,599 +/- sq. ft. livable area) and 4 "Type "C" units (1,999 +/- sq. ft. livable area). In
addition, there are proposed the following: a 6,188 sq. ft. community center with a ±1,125 sq.
ft. outdoor swimming pool, one tennis court, 284 parking spaces of which 256 are associated
with the individual dwelling units and 28 are associated with the community center, and
various other associated.site improvements, on a vacant 46.17-acre parcel in the Hamlet
Density (HD) Zoning District located on the n/w corner of Griffing Street and School House
Road, approximately 1,079 feet n/o the Main Road, in Cutchogue.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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Southold,NY �I J� Telephone: 631765-1938
www.southoldtownny.gov
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PLANNING BOARD OFFICE
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD RECEIVED
NOV 3 0 2015
MEMORANDUM
Southold Town Clerk
To: Scott A. Russell, Supervisor
Members of the Town Board
Elizabeth A. Neville, Town Clerk
From: Donald Wilcenski, Planning Board Chairman
Date: November 30, 2015
Re: Proposed Site Plan for The Heritage @ Cutchogue
75-Schoolhouse Rd., corner of Schoolhouse Rd. & Griffing St.,
Cutchogue
SCTM#1000-102-1-33.3
This proposed Residential Site Plan is for the development of 124 detached and
attached dwellings classified in three types: 48 "Type A" units (1,999 +/- sq. ft. livable
area), 72 "Type B" units (1,599 +/- sq. ft. livable area) and 4 "Type "C" units (1,999 +/-
sq. ft. livable area). In addition, there are proposed the following: a 6,188 sq. ft.
community center with a ±1,125 sq. ft. outdoor swimming pool, one tennis court, 284
parking spaces of which 256 are associated with the individual dwelling units and 28 are
associated with the community center, and various other associated site improvements,
on a vacant 46.17-acre parcel in the Hamlet Density (HD) Zoning District located on the
n/w corner of Griffing Street and School House Road, approximately 1,079 feet n/o the
Main Road, in Cutchogue.
In 2007 the Southold Planning Board issued a Positive Declaration under the New York
State Environmental Quality Review Act for the action known as the Heritage of
Cutchogue. The Southold Planning Board as Lead Agency developed a Scope
(attached) for the action and proceeded to process the application until a lawsuit was
filed against the Town in 2008. A Stipulation of Settlement has since been reached and
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the applicant and the Town are now proceeding pursuant to the terms and conditions of
the Stipulation of Settlement.
The Southold Planning Board, as Lead Agency, is in the process of working with the
applicant to develop a complete Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). As soon
as it is found complete, the DEIS will be forwarded to all involved agencies and
interested parties, and the public hearing/commenting process will begin:
Thank you.
cc: William Duffy, Town Attorney
Michael J. Verity, Chief Building Inspector
Peter Doherty, Code Enforcement Officer
Robert Fisher, Fire Marshall
James Richter, Engineering Inspector
Mark Terry, LWRP Coordinator
John Bredemeyer, President, Town of Southold Board of Trustees
Elizabeth Thompson, Chairperson, Architectural Review Committee
Transportation Commission Members
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FINAL SCOPE FOR
DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
"THE HERITAGE AT CUTCHOGUE"
SCTM No. 1000-102-1-33.3
Residential Site Plan Approval in Hamlet Business District Zone
Griffing Street/Schoolhouse Lane,Hamlet of Cutchogue
Town of Southold,Suffolk County,New York
Prepared by: Nelson&Pope,PLLC
572 Wait Whitman Road
Melville,New York 11747
(631)427-5665
Contact: Gary Becker,P.E.
Amended by. Town of Soutbold Planning Board
P.O.Box 1179
54375 State Road 25
Southold,New York 1 l 971
(631)765-1938
Date: September 10,2007
1.0 Introduction and Location
This document is the Final Scope of the issues and analyses to be included in the Draft
Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the proposed Heritage at Cutchogue project. The
proposed project is to be located on a 46.16-acre parcel located at the northvvest corner of
Griffing Street and School House Lane, approximately 1,079 feet north of Main Road,
Cutchogue. The parcel is more specifically identified as SCTM No. 1000-102-1-33.3, located in
the Hamlet of Cutchogue,Town of Southold, New York. The site is zoned Hamlet Density(HD)
:coming district.
The analysis of the Heritage at Cutchogue protect in a DEIS has been Irequired by the Town of
Southold Planning Board, as Lead Agency For administration of the site plan review and as
required by the New York State Environmental Quality Iteview Act (SEQRA). The requiienient
for a DEIS is contained in a Positive Declaration issued by the Planning=Board on July 16,2007.
Subsequently [lie agent, Charles Cuddy, submitted a Draft Scope at thy: Planning Board work
session on July 30, 2007. PUrStlailt to SEAR, the Planning Board conducted Scoping and
allowed for public participation through a public: ineeting on August 20, 2007 and allowed for a
written conuncnt period until Septeinber,l, 2007. Comments from both the Scoping meeting and
written comment period were reviewed by Clic. Planning Board and incorporated into the Final
Scope.
The information prepared in conformance with this scope and the SEQRA process is intended to
provide comprehensive input in the decision-making process for use by involved agencies in
preparing their own findings and issuing decisions on their respective permits. The document
must be concise but thorough, well documented, accurate and consistent. Figures and tables will
be presented in support of the discussions and analyses contained in the document. Technical
information will be summarized in the body of the DEIS and attached in their entirety in an
appendix.
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2.0 Brief Description of the Proposed Project
The proposed project involves the residential site plan approval for development of a Planned
(55+ years of age) Active Adult Community consisting of 139 detached and attached residential
dwellings of approximately 2,000 square feet (SF) each; an 8,840 SF clubhouse; 1,160 SF
swimming pool; two 3,200 SF tennis courts; a 2,400 SF maintenance garage; a gazebo; a
gatehouse; 322 parking spaces, of which 278 are associated with the individual dwelling units
and 44 are associated with the clubhouse and recreational facility; 197,043 SF of man-made
ponds to serve as natural drainage basins/irrigation systems; 1,162,022 SF (27.676 acres) of
landscaping; and various other site improvements including road pavement, patio and sidewalk
improvements.
3.0 Potentially Significant Adverse Impacts
The description of the potential adverse impacts of the proposed project has been obtained from
the Planning Board's Positive Declaration of July 16, 2007. Additional insight into potential
impacts is provided in the Part 3 BAF which was attached to the Positive Declaration. These
issues are reflected in this Draft Scope. The Positive Declaration identified the following
reasons for the Determination of Significance:
This proposed action may cause a potential significant adverse impact on water, impact on plants and
animals,agricultural resources,aesthetic resources,archeological resources,transportation and growth and
character of community and neighborhood. A comprehensive review must be conducted to determine the
potential impacts of the proposed action.
1. The potential impacts to existing ground or surface-water quality or quantity, noise levels flooding,
leaching or site drainage.
• The proposed action will allow high density residential use in an area which may not have
adequate public water and community(public)sewer.
2. The potential impacts due to increase in traffic and trip generations assessed to: real traffic data
analysis for the land use category,existing surrounding land uses, traffic volumes and routing patterns
and limited ingress and egress points to primary and secondary roads.
3. The potential impact of the removal or destruction of large quantities of vegetation and fauna;
substantial interference with the movement of any resident and migratory fish or wildlife species;
substantial adverse impacts on threatened or endangered species of animal or plan (if present), or the
habitat of such species;or other significant adverse impacts to natural resources.
a The proposed action may affect threatened and endangered species.
• The proposed action may substantially affect non-threatened and non-endangered species.
4. The potential hazards to human health.
5. The potential impacts of a substantial change in the use, or intensity of use, of land including
agricultural (including the permanent loss of Type 1 agriculhiral soils), open space or recreational
resources, or its capacity to support exrslinb uses.
6. The potential impacts to the rmpainnent of' the character or quality of important archeological,
aesthetic resources or of existing community or neighborhood character.
a The proposed action may impact a site of prehistoric or historic importance.
a Construction will occur over a three year period.
7. The assessment of a no action alternative.
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4.4 Organization and Overall Content of the DEIS Document
The DEIS must conform with the basic content requirements as contained in 6NYCRR Pati
617.9 (b)(3). The outline of the DEIS will include the following sections:
COVER SHEET
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUMMARY
1.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ACTION
1.1 Project Background,Need,Objectives and Benefits
1.1.1 Background and History
1.1.2 Public Need and Municipality Objectives
1.1.3 Objectives of the Project Sponsor
1.1.4 Benefits of the Project
1.2 Location and Site Conditions
1.3 Project Design and Layout
1.3.1 Overall Site Layout
1.3.2 Grading and Drainage
1.3.3 Access,Road System and Parking
1.3.4 Sanitary Disposal and Water Supply
1.3.5 Site Landscaping and Lighting
1.3.6 Open Space
1.4 Construction and Operation
1.4.1 Construction
1.4.2 Operation
1.5 Permits and Approvals Required
2.0 NATURAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES
2.1 Soils
2.1.1 Existing Conditions
2.1.2 Anticipated Impacts
2.1.3 Proposed Mitigation
2.2 Water Resources
2.2.1 Existing Conditions
2.2.2 Anticipated Impacts
2.2.3 Proposed Mitigation
2.3 Vegetation and Wildlife
2.3.1 Existing Conditions
2.3.2 Anticipated Impacts
2.3.3 Proposed Mitigation
3.0 HUMAN ENVIRONMENTAL RCSOURCES
3.1 Transportation
3.1.I Existing Conditions
3.1.2 Anticipated Impacts
3.1.3 Proposed Mitigation
3.2 Land Use,polling and Plans
3.2.1 Existing Conditions
3.2.2 Anticipated Impacts
3.2.3 Proposed Mitigation
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3.3 Community Facilities and Services
3.3.1 Existing Conditions
3.3.2 Anticipated Impacts
3.3.3 Proposed Mitigation
3.4 Aesthetic Resources,Open Space/Community Character and public Health
3.4.1 Existing Conditions
3.4.2 Anticipated Impacts
3.4.3 Proposed Mitigation
3.5 Historic and Archaeological Resources
3.5.1 Existing Conditions
3.5.2 Anticipated Impacts
3.5.3 Proposed Mitigation
4.0 OTHER RE,QUIRED
4.1 Cumulative Impacts
4.2 Adverse Impacts That Cannot Be Avoided
4.3 Irreversible and Irretrievable Commitment of Resources
4.4 Growth-Inducing Aspects
5.0 ALTERNATIVES
5.1 No Action Alternative
5.2 Alternative Design
6.0 REFERENCES
APPENDICES
5.0 Extent and Quality of Information Existing and Needed
As required under SEQRA, the DEIS will include "a statement and evaluation of potential
significant adverse impacts at a level of detail that reflects the severity of the impacts and the
reasonable likelihood of their occurrence". Included in this evaluation will be reasonably related
short-terni and long-term impacts, with other required sections identified in the Section 6.0 of
this scoping document. This section further describes the level of analysis and the type of
analysis expected with respect to the key environmental impacts of the project as outlined in the
Positive Declaration. Each major section is followed by a description of the extent and quality of
information needed to perform the evaluation of each of the impacted resources.
Description of the Proposed Project
Background and Hisloty
1. There will be a brief description of the site and application history,including zoning.
Public Need and Municipality Objectives
1. Include background of proposed project in terms of Town goals for site.
2. Public need for the project will be discussed.
3 Population served by the project will be identified.
Objectives oj'the Project Sponsor
1. The objectives of the project sponsor will be included and discussed.
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Benefits of the Project
1. The DEIS will Include a discussion of the community benefits expected to accrete from the proposed
project.
Location and Site Conditions
1. Using appropriate mapping and/or tables,describe location of site,zoning and service districts.
2. The existing conditions of the site in terns of site survey,structures,vegetative cover will be provided
as an overall background of existing site conditions.
Project Design and Layout
I. Include a brief description of the site and project layout; describe basis for site yield, proposed
structures,services,utilities,access points,road system,drainage,site quantities table.
2. Address breakdown of use areas from a structural standpoint.
3. The grading program and associated areas disturbed will be discussed along with volumes of soil
excavated,cut/filled,removed from site and maximum depths of cut/fill.
4. Site drainage and proposed drainage system and provide capacity and function information will be
provided along with a discussion of conformance to NYSDEC SPDES stormwater and erosion control
regulations for construction and post-construction conditions
5. The vehicle access points,internal roadway layout and traffic circulation will be identified.
6. The adequacy of on-site parking will be discussed; required parking as required by a breakdown of
parking requirements shall be provided.
7. Dumpster locations will be identified.
8. Proposed project lighting will be identified.
9. The DEIS will Include a description of water supply, irrigation well water supply and proposed
wastewater handling and corresponding use of water supply and sanitary design flow.
10. Information on the type, amount and location of landscaping proposed will be provided as well as
information on maintenance requirements such as irrigation and fertilization under operation and
maintenance.
Construction
I. The constniction and operation/maintenance of the site will be frilly discussed.
2. Project phasing(if applicable).
3. Method of construction,construction schedule/timetable.
4. Construction management, equipment storage/staging, delivery routes, hours of operation, workers'
parking,protection of natural and sensitive areas.
5. Quantity of soil import/export,truck routes,management and mitigation.
Operation
I. In tenns of operation, describe the management and protection of open space; describe Organization
management and operation; describe road, landscape and open space maintenance practice, describe
any special conditions which may apply.
2. Uses expected of various locations and facilities within the site; seasons of use, intensity of use,
whether the site will be open to special events;
3. Projected number of employees required for the various uses for weekdays, weekends and seasonal
peak periods;
4. Truck sizes expected for deliveries and delivery routing;
5. Truck unloading areas;
6. Seasons of operation of various components of the facility;
7. Snow removal will be described as related to parking surfaces and operation,
8. Entity responsible for site operations.
Permits and approvals Required
1. Identify all required permits and reviews
2. Indicate the filing date mid status of submissions to the lead and involved agencies.
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Natural Environmental Resources
soils
1. The existing soil types will be determined pursuant to the Suffolk County Soil Survey.
2. Impact to soils will be discussed in terns of soil constraints pursuant to the Suffolk County Soil
Survey based oil the type of land use proposed and the constraints for each soil type.
3. Impact of loss of agricultural soils will be disclosed and mitigation examined where feasible.
4. Testing of existing soil for contaminants. Methodology,results and remediation should be provided.
Water Res ourees
1. The groundwater management zone as classified under Article 6 of(lie Suffolk County Sanitary Code
shall be referenced.
2. The depth to groundwater in key development locations of the site will be detennined by use of on-
site soil borings.
3. The expected direction of groundwater flow based on hydrologic interpolation will be identified.
4. Existing groundwater duality analysis from onsite test wells.
5. The water supply availability, service provider and capacity of systems will be established through
communication with the water district.
6. The location of private and public wells will be determined, with specific reference to the SCWA
Evergreen Pump Station.
7. The expected impact of the project with respect to water quality shall be fully examined iii terms of
sanitary discharge compliance, wastewater system operation and regulatory requirements and
expected impacts on adjacent property wells and surface waters.
8. Applicable Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) regulations and requirements
will be identified,and the compliance of the action with saine will be evaluated.
9. Calculations of projected sanitary flow and consistency with the Suffolk County Sanitary Code will
also be provided.
10. The change in hydrology of the site in terns of quantity of recharge under existing and future
conditions shall be established using appropriate hydrologic analysis methods.
11. The DEIS will provide calculations of projected water consumption for each use proposed and, rn
consultation with the Suffolk County Water Authority, will evaluate the ability to meet this projected
water demand.
12. The creation of impermeable surfaces and placement of fill will be evaluated in terms of potential to
change drainage patterns in the project area and impact on drainage related to stormwater.
13. Mitigation measures which may reduce potential water quality impacts shall be identified
Yegetalion and Wildlife
1. Existing upland Habitats shall be inventoried through an inspection of the site by a qualified
biologist/ecologist to determine the vegetation, wildlife, and general Habitat character. An inventory
of flora and fauna observed and expected will be provided in this section of the DEIS.
2. In addition, protected native plants,plant and animal species listed as endangered, threatenea,special
concern (or with other protective status) and significant habitat areas on or in the vicinity of the
project site will be identified. The site inventory taken relative to protected native plants, plant and
animal species listed as endangered, threatened, special concent (or with other protective sta(us) and
significant Habitat areas should be conducted in the season they are likely to occur.
3. The NY Natural Heritage Program will be contacted for site file infonnation concerning habilats,plant
and animal species.
4. Impact to habitats will be quantified and discussed qualitatively in teruts ecological impact to plants
and animals.
5. Cumulative aspects of loss of habitat will be identified.
6. Mitigation measures to reduce potential impacts will be identified and method of implementation
determined.
Human Resources
Transporlalion
1. Provide a thorough analysis of the traffic impacts of the proposed development on the area's roadway
system.
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2. Include analyses of the proposed plan and internal roadway system and a full traffic impact study
assessing the proposed development's impact on the surrounding roadways.
3. Accident history data will be obtained as available from municipal agencies and will be evaluated in
terms of the proposed project.
4. The Traffic Impact Study will include: collection of data regarding planned roadway improvements
and other developments, field surveys and counts of existing traffic volumes, estimates of future
traffic volumes, analyses of existing and future traffic volumes and identification and timing of
required roadway improvements and the entity responsible for initiating those improvements. The
methodology is described herein.
5. The methodology will consist of a detailed review of existing land-use,roadway and traffic conditions
near the proposed site for the Existing Condition, the No Build Condition (future traffic conditions
without the proposed development), and the Build Condition (future traffic conditions with the
proposed development).
6. The Existing Condition will be analyzed utilizing seasonally adjusted traffic volumes to represent the
peak month of the year and field geometry collected at the following intersections:
• Main Road(NYS Route 25)at Depot Lane
• Main Road(NYS Route 25)at Griffing Street
• Middle Road(CR 48)at Depot Lane
• Schoolhouse Road at Depot Lane
• Main Road(NYS Route 25)at Crown Land Lane
• Main Road(NYS Route 25)at Highland
• Main Road (NYS Route 25)at North Street
7. The No Build Condition traffic volumes will consist of the existing volumes adjusted by an annual
growth factor to account for increases in population as well as proposed developments within the
vicinity of the site. Other projects pending in the area will be identified by Town Planning staff and
included in the evaluation as appropriate.
8. Traffic volumes generated by the proposed project will be determined using ITE trip generation and
Long Island specific comparable senior citizen project data and then added to the No Build Condition
to determine the traffic volumes for(lie future Build Condition with the proposed development.
9. The study intersections will then be analyzed using Highway Capacity Software(HCS+) by applying
the existing Geld geometry, signal tunings, and the calculated traffic volumes to determine levels of
service(LOS). Any substantial degradation in LOS between the No Build and Build intersections will
be considered significant traffic impacts generated by the proposed development.
10. The study will take into account the 16 specifically identified Planning Board concerns listed below
(including corresponding TIS page numbers), including: future Hamlet development; intersections
with F Level of Service; seasonal adjustment factors; existing and future intersection traffic volume
calculations; congested conditions and accident frequency; signifrcancelimpacts of specific
intersection LOS; annual growth factors; trip generation data and need for more local data; AM/PM
peak hour consistency; traffic volume routing; traffic signal feasibility and need for
appropriate/feasible mitigation; potential impacts with and without the opening of Spur Road and
access to downtown Cutcliogue,Depot Lane(both north and south)and Griffing Street/Route 25; and
access alternatives.
1) The study fails to consider addressing the possibility of development(housing)of the other
Ilamlel Business zoned parcels in proximity to the parcel in question. (Page 4).
2) The study tails to qualify what level of impact or substantial degradation in Level Of Service
(LOS) is if the LOS from an C to F at an intersection results. (Page 4)
3) The studv fails to qualify the seasonal adjustment factorc of 1 14%R 1 19%,the grouts used and
how they were they established by the NYSDOT. The study is unclear if the seasonal adjustment
factor~are qualified to real traffic counts and land use representative of the locale. (Page 6)
4) The seasonal adjustment factors differ on a monthly basis,the study applied a 14%factor to the
weekdays and a 19%factor to the weekend volumes;the selection of the factors by the NYSDOT
is unexplained It is unclear if the factors are representative of the locale (Page 6)
5) The calculations could not be duplicated at the intersection of Grifting and State Route 25(using
the traffic count data and the seasonal adjustment factor) Page 7. (Figure 3)
6) The analvsis of Table 3 indicates that"rear-end collisions may be an indication of congested
conditions or driver inattention and slippery/wet road conditions" Although the statement is
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made,no mitigation is proposed,which suggests that the congested conditions are acceptable at
pre-build conditions and acceptable after-build conditions.The statement warrants further
explanation.(Page 8)
7) The study indicates that currently the Main Road and Depot Lane intersection operates at a poor
level of service(LOS F)during the PM and Saturday peak hours due to heavy traffic volumes on
Main Road. It can be expected that following the build out of 139 units,the LOS would continue
to worsen. Appendix D.Capacity Analysis/Level of Service Worksheets&Summary Table
indicates that the level of service decreases in the Build Analysis 2007. The LOS at the
southbound left turn currently operates at an F,following the Build Analysis the level of service
again operates at F. The decrease of the LOS is a result of the increased vehicle trips in the area
resulting from the proposed site plan. The significance of change relative to impacts from a LOS
F to F is unclear and should be further explained. (Page 14)
8) Currently Main Road and Griffing Street operates at as a LOS F and E in the PM and Saturday
Peak Hours.Appendix A indicates that the southbound approach operates at a LOS of F under
current conditions and following Build Conditions. Again,the significance of degradation at the
intersection/impact is unclear and requires further evaluation\and or mitigation. (Page 15)
9) The annual growth factor obtained from NYSDOT is 1.8%. The Planning Board questions if the
growth factor takes into account land use and rate of development indicative of Eastern Long
Island or the Town of Southold. (Page 16)
10) The Planning Board rejects the modeling of trip generation for the proposed action to Elderly
Housing(detached)nationwide traffic modeling criteria used in the Institute of Transportation
Engineers(ITF,). Elderly housing(detached)is restricted to senior citizens and may contain
special services(medical facilities)on site.Additionally, in a December 11,2006 letter to the
Planning Board,the response to Comment#1 indicates that Land Use:251 Senior Adult Housing-
Detached statistical data was used. The two documents conflict. The action is proposed as an
"Active Adult Community". The Planning Board is requesting that real data from a comparable
use(Active 55 and older condominium community)located on Eastern Long Island be used to
base the study trip generation modeling.(Page 20)
11) Is the AM peak hour used in the ITE Land Use Code for Elderly Housing(Detached)the same
time as the AM peak hour used in the actual traffic count performed by Nelson&Pope(the same
applies to PM peak hour and Saturday peak hour)? Would using different hours result in
inaccurate data? (Page 20)
12) The 2007 Site Generated Weekday Aryl Traffic Volumes indicate that 6 vehicles will exit to
Griffing Road and the State Road 25 inlersection,3 vehicles would exit Spur Road and 9 vehicles
would exit the site via Schoolhouse Road and continue to the County Road 48 and the Depot Lane
intersection. The vehicle trips seem low and routing unrealistic. The Planning Board questions
the analysis and requests that real data be obtained and used(where possible)to model the vehicle
trips and routing. (Page 22)
13) The study proposes mitigation(traffic control at Depot Road and Main Road). Mitigation of
expected traffic impacts validates that the action may result in a potentially significant or large
impact and needs to be futYher addressed. As confirmed with the NYSDOT the proposed above
traffic control is not an option to mitigate traffic impacts. Alternative mitigation of traffic impacts
must be evaluated and proposed. (Page 31)
14) It is the Planning Board's position that the study fails to analyze the impact of the vehicle trips
from Highland/Crown Land and Schoolhouse using Spur Road(if it is opened)as a means to
access downtown Cutchogue and/or pass through to Depot Lane/C R.48 and NYS 25.
15) The traffic impacts if Spur Road is opened/not opened have not been adequately addressed
relative to the NYS Route 25&Griffing Avenue intersection.
16) Other access alternatives should be considered. Such as,access directly from the proposed site to
Depot Lane through the property to the east
It. Mitigation will be proposed to address any significant degradation in the level of service. An
explanation of the feasibility of mitigation
12. Analysis of pedestrian connectivity and movement from site to hamlet center and adjacent
developments.
13. Impact to existing parking infrastructure relative to land use within the hamlet center.
14. Emergency/police response time as a result of expected increase in traffic.
15. If Spur Road is opened traffic analysis of Highland and;blain Road (NYS Route 25)and Crown Land
and Main Road(NYS Route 25).
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Land Use,Zoning and Plans
This section of the DEIS will describe existing land use and zoning on the subject site and in the
surrounding area.
1. The existing land use character of the site and surrounding area within 500 feet will be described
and mapped.
2. The zoning which applies to the site and the area within 500 feet will be described and mapped,
and a description of zoning regulations for the project site and surrounding area zoning shall be
provided.
3. Land use plans which pertain to the project site will be evaluated with emphasis on those plans
adopted after 1994:
• Southold Town Stewardship Task Force Report(1994)
• Seaview Trails of the North Fork(1994)
• Peconic Estuary Program(1995)
• Economic Development Plan(1997)
• Southold Township Planning Initiatives(1997)
• Community Preservation Project Plan(1998)
• County Route 48 Corridor,Land Use Study(1999)
• Farm and Farmland Preservation Program(1983-2202)
• Southold Farm and Farmland Protection Strategy(2000)
• Water Supply Management&Water Protection Strategy(2000)
• Scenic Southold Corridor Management Plan(2001)
• Blue Ribbon Commission for Rural Southold(2002)
• Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy and GEIS(2003)
• Local Waterfront Revitalization Program(2005)
• Southold Hamlet Study(2005)
• Community Preservation Project Plan(2006 Update)
• Long Island North Shore Heritage Area
• Town Zoning Maps/Code and Comprehensive Plan
• Town Affordable Housing Needs Assessment(2005)
• North Fork Recreational Travel Needs Assessment(2002)
4. The compatibility of the development with the surrounding area will be assessed.
5. Once the above information is compiled, the DEIS will assess Hie impacts of the proposed action
on land use and zoning. The impact assessment will concentrate on evaluating the consistency of
the proposed action with prevailing land use and zoning. The compatibility of the proposed
action with area land use will be assessed.
6. The conformance of the project with land use plans will be evaluated and discussed.
7. Measures which may be used to mitigate potential land use,zoning or impacts with respect to land
use plans will be provided.
C'ommunily Facilities and Services
1. The existing community services and the ability of these services to accommodate the proposed
project will be described. The services include:
• School District
• Police;
• hire and Ambulance Services,
• Electrical energy supply;
• Water supply.
2. The impact analysis contained in the DEIS will include consultations with service providers regarding
existing demand for services and capacity such that the DEIS will objectively analyze the impact of
the proposed action on community facilities and services.
3. The DEIS will include detailed projections of service demand with supporting documentation.
4. The existing tax revenue of the site shall be established.
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5. The emergency services (ambulance, police and fire) which serve the site will be identified and
contacted for input with respect to continued ability to serve the site.
6. Changes associated with the proposed project will be evaluated in terns of emergency service access;
a practical approach will be taken to ensure that safe and efficient emergency service vehicle access to
the site can be provided to the site.
7. Hydrant installation/location and other development considerations which assist in addressing
emergency services will be included.
8. Mitigation for emergency service access to ensure that equipment can ingress/egress the site will be
included.
Aesthetic Resources, Open,Space/Community Character and Public Health
1. Existing site and community character will be identified and impacts to community character will be
evaluated.
2. The project will result in a change in the aesthetic character of the site due to removal of existing
vegetation. Impacts will be disclosed and mitigation identified where feasible.
3. The open space resources of the site and area will be identified.
4. The project will result in the loss of open space due to removal of existing vegetation. Impacts will be
disclosed and mitigation identified where feasible.
5. The existing noise environment will be evaluated in terns of ambient noise, sensitive receptors and
community character.
6. Construction activities in terms of construction schedule and duration, materials and storage/staging
area, water and sewer systems connections,proper handling of construction waste,hours of operation
and truck routes will be evaluated.
7. Describe the impacts related to construction noise, dust, erosion and sedimentation, area receptors,
applicable nuisance regulations, applicable agency oversight and safeguards, phasing of the project,
staging areas, parking areas, operation areas, duration, hours, and related mitigation treasures to
reduce construction impacts. The potential noise and dust impacts of construction related to clearing,
construction activities and traffic will be assessed.
8. Mitigation in terms of design,buffer planting and open space will be examined.
Archaeological Resources
1. The archeological resources of the site will be addressed through a Stage IA/IB Cultural Resources
Assessment (CRA). The site is within an area of archaeological sensitivity and therefore a Stage
IA/IB is required, unless significant ground disturbance is documented to the satisfaction of the
OPRHP. Any mitigation which may be needed will be identified.
6.0 Other Required Sections
In addition to the key resources identified in the Positive Declaration, SEQRA identities other
required sections for a complete DEIS as included in 6NYCRR Part 617.9 (b)(3). Mitigation
measures will be included with respect to each key impact area as noted in Section 5.0.
Alternatives to be studied are identified in Section 7.0. The following Other Required Sections
and evaluations will be provided in the DEIS.
I. Use and Conservation of Energy Resources (The project will increase energy use which
could be significant. Mitigation to reduce the impacts of energy consumption could
include building homes to Energy Star and Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design (LEED) standards and/or applying dark sky standards to lessen the impact of
energy consumed. These aspects of the project will be examined).
2. Cumulative Impacts (Describe other pending projects in vicinity, determine potential for
impacts due to implementation of proposed project in combination with others and
discuss/analyze impacts).
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3. Adverse Impacts That Cannot Be Avoided (Provide brief listing of those adverse
environmental impacts described/discussed previously which are anticipated to occur,
which cannot be completely mitigated).
4. Irreversible and Irretrievable Commitment of Resources (Provide brief discussion of
those natural and human resources which will be committed to and/or consumed by the
proposed project).
5. Growth-Inducing Aspects (Provide brief discussion of those aspects of the proposed
project which will or may trigger or contribute to future growth in the area).
7.0 Alternatives to be Studied
SEQRA requires a description and evaluation of the range of reasonable alternatives to the action
that are feasible, considering the objectives and capabilities of the project sponsor. As noted in
SEQRA, "The description and evaluation of each alternative will be at a level of detail sufficient
to permit a comparative assessment of the alternatives discussed". The following alternatives
and methods of evaluation are anticipated:
1. No Action Alternative(Alternative whereby the site remains in its current condition).
2. Alternative design, including but not limited to clustering of detached and attached units
to create meaningful open space and maximize vegetative buffers along the perimeter of
the property.
3. Reduce existing number of units.
4. Partial or full preservation of the property.
5. Alternative design for wastewater treatment.
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PLANNING BOARD MEMBERS Q�sQU P.O.Box 1179
JERILYN B.WOODHOUSE Southold,NY 11971
Chair
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KENNETH L.EDWARDS `"" "' Town Hall Annex
MARTIN H.SIDOR O 54375 State Route 25
GEORGE D.SOLOMON Main Rd.&Youngs Ave.)
JOSEPH L.TOWNSEND li��+VO, Southold,NY
Telephone.- 631765-1938
Fax:631765-3136
PLANNING BOARD OFFICE
TOWN OF 8OUTHOLD'
September 11, 2007
Charles Cuddy, Esq.
P.O. Box 1547
Riverhead, NY 11901
Re: Proposed Residential Site Plan for The Heritage at Cutchogue
Located on,the n/w corner of Grilling Street and School House Lane, approximately
1,079 ft. n/o Main Road, in Cutchogue
SCTM#1000-102-1-33.3 Zone: Hamlet Density(HD)
Dear Mr. Cuddy:
The following resolutions were adopted at a meeting of the Southold Town Planning Board
on Monday, September 10, 2007:
WHEREAS, this proposed residential site plan application is for the development of d
Planned 55+Active Adult Community consisting of 139 detached and attached dwellings of
approximately 2,000 sq.ft. each; an 8,840 sq.ft. clubhouse; a 1,160 sq.ft, swimming pool;
two 3,200 sq.ft. tennis courts; a 2,400 sq. ft.maintenance garage; a gazebo; a gatehouse;
322 parking spaces, of which 278 are associated with the individual dwelling units and 44
are associated with the clubhouse and recreational facility; 197,043 sq. ft_ of man-made
ponds to serve as natural drainage basins/irrigation systems; 1,162,022 square feet (27.676
acres)of landscaping; and various other site improvements including road pavement, patio
and sidewalk improvements, on a vacant 46.17-acre parcel in the Hamlet Density(HD)
Zoning District located on the northwest corner of Grilling Street and School House Lane,
approximately 1,079 feet north of Main Road, in Cutchogue. SCTM#1000-102-1-33.3; and
WHEREAS, on December 11, 2006, the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to Part
617, Article 6 of the Environmental Conservation Law acting under the State Environmental
Quality Review Act, initiated the SEAR lead agency coordination process for this Type I
Action; and
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2007, the Southold Town Planning Board assumed lead agency for
this Type I Action pursuant to Part 617.4 (b)(5)(ii); and
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2007, the Southold Town Planning Board adopted a Positive
Declaration for the proposed action; and
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WHEREAS, on July 30, 2007, the agent, Charles Cuddy, Esq., submitted a Draft Scope to
the Planning Board at their Work Session; and
WHEREAS, on August 20, 2007, the Southold Town Planning Board held a Public Scoping
Session and allowed for written comments until September 4, 2007, pursuant to Article
617.8, Scoping; be it therefore
RESOLVED, pursuant to Article 617.13 of 6NYCC Part 617 State Environmentat Quality
Review, the applicant will be financially responsible-for costs incurred for the review and
website posting of the Draft and Final Environmental Impact Statements for the Town of
Southold; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Planning Board, pursuant to Article 617.8, adopts the
Final Scope for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement prepared by Nelson & Pope,
PLLC and amended by the Town of Southold Planning Board, dated September 10, 2007
and require that the agent address all Issues.
Enclosed please find a copy of the Final Scope. If you have any questions regarding the
above, please contact this office.
Very truly yours,
Jerilyn B.Woodhouse_
Chairperson
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cc:
Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals NYSDEC- Stony Brook
Southold Town Building Department New York State Department of Transportation
Southold Town Clerk for Town Board New York State Natural Heritage Program
Scott Russell, Southold Town Supervisor Suffolk County Department of Health Services
Southold Town Board of Trustees Suffolk County Water Authority
Southold Town Engineer Suffolk County Planning Department
Mark Terry, LWRP Coordinator Suffolk County Department of Public Works
Southold Transportation Commission Southold Town Police Department
Architectural Review Committee Cutchogue Fire District
Commissioner, NYS DEC (Albany) USDA— Natural Resources Conservation Service
New York State Department of State File