12-16-09
Wilmington Zoning Board of Appeals
Regular Monthly Meeting
December 16, 2009
Board members present: Alicia Armstrong, Jerry Bottcher, Herb Crispell, Bob Girardin and Tom Hinman .
Others present: Robert Guynup, Steve Corvelli, Randy Preston, Debbie Boyce, Larry Hegele, Ginny Crispell, Paul Wos, Guy Stephenson, Bob Chester, Michelle Burns, Bob Peters, Wayne Ryan and Shirley Lawrence.
PUBLIC HEARING –DEBBIE BOYCE FOR BARBARA MULVEY-APPLICATION FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT-TIMBER HARVEST.
CALL TO ORDER at 7:03 by Chairperson Alicia Armstrong.
*They are presently cutting up to 25 acres.
*Property is approximately 130-140 acres.
*Motion was presented to approve the application as presented by Jerry Bottcher, seconded by Tom Hinman; carried unanimously.
Public hearing closed at 7:05 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 7:06 P.M.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
*Motion to approve November 18, 2009 minutes presented by Jerry Bottcher, seconded by Tom Hinman; carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS-Variance Application by Bob Chester-Fox Farm Rd.
*Application is for a variance of the setback from the scenic corridor.
*Wishes to construct a 24’ x 48’ private dwelling.
*Has no plans for a garage.
*Building would be 132’ from Fox Farm Road.
*The possibility of a deck was discussed.
*It was recommended that the drive be curved.
*The house will be rented out for two or three weeks each year.
*Bob Guynup suggested the County be contacted regarding the driveway cut.
*There are concerns over screening by the neighbors.
*Public hearing was set for January 20, 2010.
OLD BUSINESS-Bowman Lane Subdivision-First Columbia
*AES representative Wayne Ryan gave an update
*The second review has been done and most concerns have been addressed by Paul Wos.
*A new plan has been submitted tonight and will need to be reviewed.
*There are still issues that need to be addressed. Paul Wos feels these need to be discussed with the Planning Board. He stated that they are willing to do whatever the town requires. Landscaping is one issue.
*They can have a plan available within thirty days.
*The town would require a copy of the HOA requirements.
*Alicia read a reply from First Columbia. This will have to be reviewed by the Town attorney.
*The board would need certification that the Stormwater Management Plan meets DEC standards.
*Wayne Ryan will email to Paul Wos a list of items that need to be cleared up or are outstanding.
*Jerry Bottcher questioned if anything could run off into the river. Wayne Ryan stated that the DEC regulations comply with the Water Quality Plans. There should be no issues because they are complying with the guidelines. ‘
ANNOUNCMENTS
*The next Elan consultant meeting will be held on January 13, 2010.
*The committee has been going over definitions.
*They have set aside one meeting strictly to discuss signage.
*They have reviewed general conditions.
*Randy Preston felt the process will take at least a year.
DISCUSSION
*Larry Hegele questioned if this was a “no comment” meeting.
*Alicia stated that the board will not ask for questions or comments until they have a completed application.
*Bob Girardin questioned this decision and wanted individual board members ideas.
*Herb Crispell felt there should be a sign-up sheet and a limited time for speaking.
*Jerry Bottcher feels there should be open honest discussions at any time as long as it is
not prohibited by law.
*Tom Hinman feels the board needs to have answers to give before asking for questions from the public.
Also that there needs to be control at the meetings.
*Alicia Armstrong feels the board is open to the community and citizens are free to ask question of the
board at any time.
*Bob Peters gave a review of how the Planning Board conducts their meetings.
*Paul Wos offered to answer questions from anyone at anytime.
*Ginny Crispell spoke regarding how she was taught to conduct a public meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. upon a motion by Jerry Bottcher, seconded by Bob Girardin and carried unanimously.
Regular Monthly Meeting
December 16, 2009
Board members present: Alicia Armstrong, Jerry Bottcher, Herb Crispell, Bob Girardin and Tom Hinman .
Others present: Robert Guynup, Steve Corvelli, Randy Preston, Debbie Boyce, Larry Hegele, Ginny Crispell, Paul Wos, Guy Stephenson, Bob Chester, Michelle Burns, Bob Peters, Wayne Ryan and Shirley Lawrence.
PUBLIC HEARING –DEBBIE BOYCE FOR BARBARA MULVEY-APPLICATION FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT-TIMBER HARVEST.
CALL TO ORDER at 7:03 by Chairperson Alicia Armstrong.
*They are presently cutting up to 25 acres.
*Property is approximately 130-140 acres.
*Motion was presented to approve the application as presented by Jerry Bottcher, seconded by Tom Hinman; carried unanimously.
Public hearing closed at 7:05 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 7:06 P.M.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
*Motion to approve November 18, 2009 minutes presented by Jerry Bottcher, seconded by Tom Hinman; carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS-Variance Application by Bob Chester-Fox Farm Rd.
*Application is for a variance of the setback from the scenic corridor.
*Wishes to construct a 24’ x 48’ private dwelling.
*Has no plans for a garage.
*Building would be 132’ from Fox Farm Road.
*The possibility of a deck was discussed.
*It was recommended that the drive be curved.
*The house will be rented out for two or three weeks each year.
*Bob Guynup suggested the County be contacted regarding the driveway cut.
*There are concerns over screening by the neighbors.
*Public hearing was set for January 20, 2010.
OLD BUSINESS-Bowman Lane Subdivision-First Columbia
*AES representative Wayne Ryan gave an update
*The second review has been done and most concerns have been addressed by Paul Wos.
*A new plan has been submitted tonight and will need to be reviewed.
*There are still issues that need to be addressed. Paul Wos feels these need to be discussed with the Planning Board. He stated that they are willing to do whatever the town requires. Landscaping is one issue.
*They can have a plan available within thirty days.
*The town would require a copy of the HOA requirements.
*Alicia read a reply from First Columbia. This will have to be reviewed by the Town attorney.
*The board would need certification that the Stormwater Management Plan meets DEC standards.
*Wayne Ryan will email to Paul Wos a list of items that need to be cleared up or are outstanding.
*Jerry Bottcher questioned if anything could run off into the river. Wayne Ryan stated that the DEC regulations comply with the Water Quality Plans. There should be no issues because they are complying with the guidelines. ‘
ANNOUNCMENTS
*The next Elan consultant meeting will be held on January 13, 2010.
*The committee has been going over definitions.
*They have set aside one meeting strictly to discuss signage.
*They have reviewed general conditions.
*Randy Preston felt the process will take at least a year.
DISCUSSION
*Larry Hegele questioned if this was a “no comment” meeting.
*Alicia stated that the board will not ask for questions or comments until they have a completed application.
*Bob Girardin questioned this decision and wanted individual board members ideas.
*Herb Crispell felt there should be a sign-up sheet and a limited time for speaking.
*Jerry Bottcher feels there should be open honest discussions at any time as long as it is
not prohibited by law.
*Tom Hinman feels the board needs to have answers to give before asking for questions from the public.
Also that there needs to be control at the meetings.
*Alicia Armstrong feels the board is open to the community and citizens are free to ask question of the
board at any time.
*Bob Peters gave a review of how the Planning Board conducts their meetings.
*Paul Wos offered to answer questions from anyone at anytime.
*Ginny Crispell spoke regarding how she was taught to conduct a public meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. upon a motion by Jerry Bottcher, seconded by Bob Girardin and carried unanimously.
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