HomeMy WebLinkAboutZBA-08/21/1996APPEALS BOARD MEMBERS
Southold Town Hall
Gerard P. Goehringer, Chairman 53095 Main Road
Serge Doyen P.O. Box 1179
James Dinizio, Jr. Southold, New York 11971
Robert A. Villa Fax (516) 765-1823
Lydia A. Tortora Telephone (516) 765-1809
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21~ 1996
I. 7:15 p.m. Work Session. The Board Members reviewed and briefly
noted documentation in Tonight's files. No action was taken during this
time.
7:30 p.m. A Regular Meeting of the SOUTHOLD TOWN BOARD OF
APPEALS was held at the Southold Town Hall, 53095 Main Road, Southold,
New York 11971, on WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 1996.
Present were:
Gerard P. Goehringer, Chairman
Serge J. Doyen, Jr., Member
James Dinizio, Jr., Member
Robert A. Villa, Member
Linda Kowalski, Secretary to ZBA
Absent was: Lydia A. Tortora, Member.
Also present were approximately 30 persons in the audience at the start of
the meeting.
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II. ENVIRONMENTAL DECLARATIONS: Type II Actions: all of the
hearings tonight which are directly related to residential use, accessory
uses, accessory structures, setbacks, lot coverage, and similar regulations
pertaining to buildings, structures, and use of residential properties. No
further procedures are required under the State Environmental Quality
Review Act for Type II Projects.
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III. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
7:25 p.m. Appl. No. 4389 - TIMOTHY GRAY and JIMBO REALTY. This
hearing was not opened, and is to be carried over until September 19, 1996
for a continuation by applicants, as requested by Jim Gray as one of the
applicants, for further discussions by the applicants with the Planning
Board ori the layout of the site plan proposals as drafted.
ACTION TAKEN: Carryover hearing until September 19, 1996.
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III. PUBLIC HEARINGS, continued: The Chairman read the legal notice for
each of the following hearings.
7:30 p.m. Appl. No. 4409 - VINCENT AND LINDA BASILICE. Request for
a Variance under Article XXIII, Section 100-239.4B based upon the Building
Inspector's July 23, 1996 Notice of Disapproval concerning an application
for a building permit to construct addition To existing dwelling, four feet
of which will be located in the rear yard, within 75 feet of bulkhead.
Location of Property: Peconic Bay Estates, 3255 Bay Shore Road,
Greenport, NY; County Parcel ID #1000-53-6-8. This parcel consists of
11,625+- sf. A public hearing was held (see ~ape recording, and/or when
finalized in written form, see written transcript of aH statements made
under separate cover). Following discussions during the hearing, the board
deliberated and took action, as noted below-:
ACTION OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS
APPLICANTS: VINCENT and LINDA BASILICE. Ap]pl. #4409
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: 3255 Bay Shore Road, Greenport, NY, also
shown on the Subdivision Map of Pe~onic Bay Estates.
COUNTY TAX MAP DISTRICT 1000, SECTION 53, BLOCK 6, LOT 8
BASIS OF ACTION: July 23, 1996 Notice of Disapproval from the Building
Inspector, ref. Article XXIV, Section 100-244B of the Zoning Code
concerning proposed 49 ft. setback from existing timber bulkhead for a new
dwelling addition (extension of 4' by 21' into the rear yard).
MOTION MADE BY: R. Villa SECONDED BY: S. Doyen
RESOLUTION ADOPTED: APPROVED 49 FT. SETBACK FROM EXISTING
BULKHEAD for the proposed 4' x 21' extension at the rear of dwelling which
was referred for ZBA jurisdiction under the July 23, 1996 Notice of
Disapproval from the Building Inspector.
(Note: An on-grade patio as shown on the 7-10-96 sketch has not been a
part of this application since the zoning code exempts patios at or below
gr~ade from the permit requirements. Any on-grade patios, sidewalks, and
other improved areas shah not be enclosed without further application to
the Building Inspector for permitsj and if necessary to this board and other
agencies having jurisdiction. )
REASONS/FINDINGS: Addition is proposed with a reduction of the existing
established setback from 53 feet to 49 feet to allow for a new addition.
The portion of the addition which has been disapproved by the Building
Inspector involves a 4' by 21' wide protrusion into the rear yard. The
setback reduction is minimal in relation to the code requirement, and this
is the first variance request for a reduction concerning this Parcel.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: Ayes: Serge J. Doyen, James Dinizio, Jr., Robert A.
Villa, and Gerard P. Goehringer. (Member Tortora was absent.) This
resolution was unanin~ously adopted.
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III. PUBLIC HEARINGS, continued:
7:34 p.m. Appl. No. 4406 BARBARA ADAMS. Request for Variance
based upon the June 18, 1996 Building Inspector's Notice of Disapproval
under Article III, Section 100-33 issued on the following grounds: A
building permit application has been filed requesting the location of an
accessory building in an area other than the rear yard at 8100 Indian Neck
Lane, Peconic, NY; County Tax Map Parcel ~1000-86-07-9. A public
hearing was held (tape recordings are available for listening of actual
discussions, alternatively, or see written verbatim transcript of hearing
record when finalized prepared under separate cover, separate from the
Minutes of Actions).
ACTION TAKEN: Following discussions during the hearing, action was
taken as follows by the Board: Motion by Chairman Goehringer to close'
(conclude) the public hearing, pending reinspection by himself and possibly
with another board ~nember and measure. It will more than likely be this
weekend that I will measure it. This motion was seconded by Member
Dinizio, and duly carried by all members present (4-0) voting; Member
Tortora was absent. (A determination with deliberations was not
commenced, but is expected within 62 days of the close of this hearing.)
7:58 p.m. Appl. No. 4403 - PATRICIA AND THOMAS MONAHAN, Owners.
Request for a Special Exception to establish Accessory Bed and Breakfast
Use with owner-occupancy and residency, as regulated under Article IIIA,
Section 100-30A.2-B (ref. 100-31B(14a-d, and 100-3lB, limited to the renting
of not more than three rooms for lodging and serving of breakfast to not
more than six casual and transient roomers, provided that the renting of
such rooms is clearly, incidental and subordinate to the principal use of the
dwelling. Location of Property: 26350 Main Road, Southold, NY; County
Parcel ID ~1000-109-4-5. A public hearing was held (see written transcript
of hearing when finalized, prepared under separate cover, or tape recording
for all statements made will be available alternatively, for actual
statements and discussions made during the hearing).
ACTION TAKEN: Following the public hearing, deliberations and
determination were adopted, as follows:
Appl. i4403 FINDINGS AND DETERMINATION August 21, ]996
APPLICANTS: PATRICIA and THOMAS.MONAHAN.
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: Single-family dwelling built prior to April 1957
situated on approximately one-third acre at 26350 Main Road, Cutchogue, NY
COUNTY TAX MAP DISTRICT 1000, SECTION 109, BLOCK '4, LOT 5. R-40
Residential Zone District. (Also, see Certificate of Nonconforming Premises
for a single-family dwelling, Certificate ~Z-22948 dated 4/14/94 issued to
Marian A. Goubeaud).
BASIS OF REQUEST: Article III, Section 100-30A.2B and 100-31B(14a-d),
Zoning Code as amended 2-7-95 by Local Law #3-1995 which provides for sn
allowance up to three bedrooms for rental as an Accessory Bed and
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Breakfast, subordinate and incidental to the principal single-family
dwelling use, for lodging and serving of breakfast to not more than six (6)
casual, transient roomers.
DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST: Special Exception permit for Accessory Bed and
Breakfast Use, subordinate and incidental to the applicants' single-family
residence (principal use), requesting rental by owner-resident of two rooms
(instead of three rooms) for temporary, transient lodging with breakfast,
limited to a maximum of six (6) casual and transient roomers in accordance
with conditions (a), (b), (c) and (d) as per Section 100-31B(I4).
MOTION MADE BY:J. Goehringer SECONDED BY: J. Dinizio Jr.
ACTION]RESOLUTION ADOPTED: Granted with the condition that there be
no backing out of vehicles onto the Main Road~ that there be two parking
spaces provided for the B & B near the garage as proposed, and subject to
compliance at all times with current Section 100-31B(14) subsections (a)
through (d), and other laws ~nd regulations applicable to this accessory
use.
REASONS/FINDINGS:Standards under Section 100-263 & 100-264 have been
considered, and met in the issuance of this Special Exception; proof has
been submitted for the record to show intended compliance with zoning code
(see file and hearing record).
VOTE OF THE BOARD: Ayes: Serge J. Doyen, Robert A. Villa, James
Dinizio, Jr., Gerard P. Goehringer. (Member Tortora was absent.) This
resolution was unanimously adopted 4-0.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS, continued:
8:07 p.m. Appl. No. 4404 - RICHARD NEMSCHICK and SUZANNE AUER.
Request under Section 100-244B for Variance based upon the Building
Inspector's July 16, 1996 Notice of Disapproval wherein applicants have
applied for a building permit to construct new dwelling with a setback at
less than the required 60 ft. in this R-80 Zone District. Subject property
is known as 1035 Sebastian's Cove Road, Mattituck, a/k/a Lot #9 on the
Sebastian Cove, Section II Subdivision Map; County Tax Map Parcel ID
~1000-100-3-11.14. A public hearing was held (tape recording for all
statements is available, and/or see written transcript, when finalized, of
all verbatim statements/discussions during the public hearing - prepared
under separate cover).
ACTION TAKEN: Foliowing the public hearing, deliberations and
determination were adopted, noted as follows:
ACTION OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS
APPLICANTS: RICHARD NEMSCHICK & SUZANNE AUER. Appl. #4404
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: 1035 Sebastian's Cove Road, Mattituck, a/k/a
Lot #9 on the Sebastian Cove, Section II Subdivision Map.
COUNTY TAX MAP DISTRICT 1000, SECTION 100, BLOCK 3, LOT 11.14
BASIS OF ACTION: July 16, 1996 Notice of Disapproval from the Building
Inspector, ref. Article XXIV, Section 100-244B of the Zoning Code
concerning proposed 50 ft. front yard setback from property line adjoining
cul-de-sac.
MOTION MADE BY: S. Doyen SECONDED BY: J. Goehringer
ACTION/RESOLUTION ADOPTED: APPROVED 50 ft. front yard setback as
applied.
REASONS/FINDINGS: Local Law adopted by Town in December 1995 did not
continue laVage for reduction in setbacks for subdi~isi0ns appr°ved by
the Town for lots over 40,000 sq. ft. which today are nonconforming in
relation to the lot size bulk schedule for their zone designations. No
relief is presently provided for lots over 40,000 sq; ft. in size ~hieh are
nonconforming in an R-80, R-120, R200, or other-zones, although schedule
100-244B alIows for relief for lots under 40,000 sf. in size. The only
alternative available for owners of lots over 40,000 sr. is to request a
variance. This type of variance is not uncommon for lots fronting along
cul-de-sacs, and the reduced front yard setback is similar, or the same, as
those built prior to January 1996 in this subdivision and immediate areas.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: Ayes: Serge J. Doyen, James Dinizio, Jr., Robert
A. Villa, and Gerard P. Goehringer. (Member Yortora was absent. )
This resolution was unanimously adopted,
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PUBLIC HEARINGS, continued:
8:11 p.m. Appl. No. 4405 - GEORGE and CAROLE BAMBRICK. Request for
Variance under Section 100-30A.3, Bulk and Lot Size Schedule, based upon
the Building Inspector's July 17, 1996 Notice of Disapproval for a proposed
reduction in lot size of Parcel ID ~1000-59-5-8 and proposed increase in lot
size of Parcel known as 85 Lake Court, Southold, Parcel ID ~1000-59-5-7.
Both lots are presently nonconforming in lot size in this R-40 Residential
Zone. A public hearing was held (tape recorded, see written transcript,
when finalized, of verbatim statements and discussions during the hearing -
hearing transcripts are prepared separately from Minutes of Actions.
ACTION TAKEN: Following the public hearing, deliberations and
determination were adopted, as follows:
ACTION OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS August 21, 1996
APPLICANTS: GEORGE AND CAROLE BAMBRICK. Appl. #4405
LOCATION OF PROPER~[IES: Parcel 1000-59-5-7 referred to as 85 Lake
Court owned by George and Carole Bambrick, and Parcel 1000-59-5-8 owned
by Brian and Brendan Bambrick referred to as 155 Lake Court, Southold.
BASIS OF ACTION: Request of George and Carol Bambrick to change lot
line and increase size of nonconforming lot as referred to in the July
1996 Notice of Disapproval from the Building Inspector.
Section 100-30A. 3, Bulk Area end Parking Schedule in the Zoning Code -
one nonconforming lot will be reduced while the other lot will be increased
in size. The Zoning Code does not permit reduction in nonconforming lot
sizes without variances.
MOTION MADE BY: R. Villa SECONDED BY: S. Doyen
RESOLUTION ADOPTED: APPROVED exchange of land area to increase
nonconforming lot from 7000 sr. to 14096 sf, while reducing nonconforming
lot to a size of 16,604+- sr. as shown on survey map amended Ju!y 10, 1996
prepared by Roderick VanTuyl, P.C.
REASONS/FINDINGS: Nonconforming setbacks will be increased on Smaller
lot located on a corner, by enlarging rear]side yard area. Each parcel will
be more in character with nearby configurations.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: Ayes: Serge J. Doyen, James Dinizio, Jr., Robert
A. Villa, and Gerard P. Goehringer. (Member Tortora was absent.) This
resolution was unanimously adopted.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS, continued:
8:16 p.m. Appl. No. 4407 - HUGH and ROSEMARY MURPHY. Request is
made for a Variance under Article XXIV, Section 100-244 (original
application), based upon ZBA Appeal g4370 rendered 4/3/96 which was
limited to approval for a porch addition to an existing dwelling. This
application is a request filed with the Building Inspector on 7/18/96 to
reconstruct dwelling and add proposed porch addition. The second
application may- contain new circumstances which were not concluded at the
hearing for the first application regarding the condition of the existing
dwelling. The existing dwelling is to be rebuilt maintaining the same
nonconforming front, side and rear yard setbacks. Location of Property:
3105 Oaklawn Avenue, Southold, NY; County Parcel ID #1000-70-6-8. A
public hearing was held (tape ~ecorded; see written transcript of all
statements and discussions during the hearing prepared separately from the
Minutes of Actions, or tape recordings are available to listen to,
alternatively). At ~the end of discussions, the hearing was carried over
until September 19, 1996.
ACTION TAKEN: Motion was made by Member Dinizio, seconded by
Chairman Goehringer, and duly carried, to continue the hearing on
September 19, 1996.
8:30 p.m. Appl. No. 4402 - BARBARA P. KELLY. Request is made for a
Waiver under Section 100-26, based upon the Building Inspector's July 8,
1996 Notice of Disapproval which action indicates that according to Article
II, Section 100-25A, that Lot ~1000-104-2-28 and Lot ~1000-104-4-29, have
been held in common ownership since July 1, 1983, and were created
between April 9, 1957 and December 1, 1971. Streei A~dress: Bay Avenue
(Skunk Lane), Cutchogue, NY. A public hearing was held but at the end
of the hearing, Mrs. Kelly requested, and was granted by the Board, a
postponement until September 19, 1996 to consult her attorney.
ACTION TAKEN: Motion by Member Goehringer, seconded by Member Villa,
so recess the hearing as requested by Mrs. Kelly until September 19, 1996.
This resolution was duly carried (4-0 yore), and adopted. The hearing will
be continued September 19, 1996.
8:43 p.m. Appl. No. 4408 - JOSEPH and AMY-SUE MALAVE. Request is
made for a Variance under Article XXIV, Section 100-244B, based :upon the
Building Inspector's July 29, 1996 Notice of Disapproval for approval of a
portion (corner) of new dwelling, under construction as exists, with a
reduced front yard of one foot (or slightly [ess). This 40,252 sf parcel is
located in the R-80 Zone District ar 245 White Eagle Drive, Laurel, NY;
a/k/a Golden View Estates (1984) Filed Map, Lot 727. A public hearing was
held (see tape recording for ali statements made, and/or when finalized, a
verbatim transcript of all statements and discussions during the hearing
prepared under separate cover).
ACTION TAKEN: At the end of discussions, deliberations and a
determination was rendered, noted as follows:
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APPLICANTS: MR. AND MRS. JOSEPH MALAVE. Appl. #4408
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: 245 White Eagle Drive, Laurel, a/k/a Lot 927 on
the Map of Golden View Estates.
COUNTY TAX MAP DISTRICT ]000, SECTION 127, BLOCK 9, LOT 27
BASIS OF ACTION: July 29, ]996 Notice of Disapproval from the Building
Inspector, re/. Article XXIV, Section 100-244B of the Zoning Code
concerning proposed 59 ft. front yard setback of new dwelling (as built) as
measured from property line adjoining White Eagle Drive.
MOTION MADE BY: J. Goehringer SECONDED BY: J. Dinizio.
ACTION/RESOLUTION ADOPTED: APPROVED 59 FT. FRONT YARD
SETBACK as applied and shown on Survey of July 26, 1996 prepared by
Young & Young, L.S.
REASONS/FINDINGS: Local Law adopted by Town in December 1995 did not
continue the code language allowing for reduction in setbacks for
subdivision lots which today may be nonconforming and over 40,000 sq. ft.
There is no relief currently provided for these lots except by variance
application, although schedule 100-244B allows for relief for lots under
40,000 sf. in size. The only alternative available for owners of lots over
40,000 sr. is to request a variance. The variance requested is one foot
from the required 60 ft. (eff. 1/96).
This type of variance is not uncommon for lots in a subdivision containing
lots of this size (40,242 in an 80,000 R-80 zone), and the reduced front
yard setback is similar to, or the same as, those built in this subdivision
and immediate areas which were formerly allowed with a 50 ft. setback by
code prevision (100-244) prior to January 1996.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: Ayes: Serge J. Doyen, James Dinizio, Jr., Robert
A. Villa, and Gerard P. Goehringer. (Member Tortora was absent.) This
resolution was unanimously adopted.
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Regular Meetiug of August 21, 1996
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POSTPONEMENT NOTED, AS PER REQUEST OF APPLICANT:
Appl. No. 4397 - ALLEN W. OVSIANIK. Request is made for an
Interpretation of the January 10, 1989 Zoning Map, Article II, Section
100-21, and Article III, Section 100-31A to confirm location of zoning
district line of the "B" Business Zone District (ref. Article II, Section
100-21). Property Location: 225 Eugene's Road, Cutchogue, NY; County
Tax Map ID ~1000-97-2-16.5 and 15. Present Zoning: General Business for
the northerly portion, and R-80 Residential for applicant's property to the
south. No other action was taken in this project at this time.
CROSS SOUND FERRY SEQRA COORDINATION. Chairman
Goehringer requested a radius map showing 200 ft. from the principal site of
Cross Sound Ferry Services to be included into the record. He also briefed
the Board Members on the recent August session of the Town Board at
which he was asked To speak regarding procedures and areas in general
which involve consideration after a Notice of Disapproval from the Building
Inspector. All Board Members agreed with the Planning Board's assuming
lead agency status at this time. No other comments, action or resolution
was offered at this time by ZBA members except as noted above.
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INFORMAL INQUIRIES BY JODY ADAMS of Peconic. Procedures of
'board applications and the resolution closing of the public hearing
regarding the application of Barbara Adams were discussed briefly between
Ms. Adams and ZBA. Jody Adams does not presently have an application
before the Board, nor is one pending. Ms. Adams is objecting to her
sister's variance requesl for an accessory shed location, which has fully
been entered into the permanent file and public hearing record.
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AGENDA ITEM NOTED THE NEXT MATTER AS A CARRYOVER FOR
DELIBERATIONS/DECISION, (which hearing was concluded previously):
Appl. No. 4401 DAVID DeFRIEST (as Tenant). (Owners: Mr. and
Mrs. Joseph Gnozzo). Request for Variance based upon the June 3, 1996
Building Inspector's Notice of Disapproval under Article VIII, Section
100-S1A, issued on the following grounds: Automobile rental use is not a
permitted use in this Limited Business (LB) Zone District. Location of
Property: 73265 Main Road, Greenport, NY; County Parcel ~1000-45-3-2.
Size: 5+- acres. The Board briefly discussed whether to start
deliberations without the presence of Member Tortora.
NO ACTION TAKEN: It was agreed not to take any action, until the next
Regular Meeting for presence of a full board.
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Regular Meeting of August 21, 1996
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NEXT HEARING CALENDAR: On motion by Chairman Goehringer,
seconded by Member Dinizio, it was
RESOLVED, to confirm the September Regular Meeting and public
hearings to be changed from September 18, 1996 to September 19, 1996, and
to authorize advertisement of all new applications which are deemed complete
by the Chairman and Board Secretary.
Vote of the Board: Ayes: Members Doyen, Dinizio, Villa, and
Goehringer. (Member Tortora was absent). This resolution was duly
adopted.
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Planning & Zoning Committee session was confirmed for tonight.
Members Dinizio and Goehringer agreed to attend.
There being no other business matters properly coming before the
Board at this time, the meeting adjourned at approximately 9:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Kowalski
As Prepared 8/28/96
RECEIVED AND: FILED BY
THE SOUTHOLD TOWN CLERK
Town Clerk, Town of Southold _