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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDemolition.47 AGENCY DECISION December 23,.19L5 SUCF PROJECT NO. 16105/106 REPLACE ANTIQUATED ACADEMIC BUILDINGS, PHASE II NEW YORK STATE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES AT CORNELL UNIVERSITY It is the Agency's decision,. that on .the basis of the findings of the State University of New York -.Environmental Review Committee, that the Recommended Alternate No. 5B, New -Construction and Limited Demolition, will be approved and progressed as the Agency's Action. The approval to progress. the Agency's action is contingent on full compliance with the mitigation measures outlined in the State Office of Historic.Preservation's findings of appropriateness, dated August 14, 1985. rv1inH. reedman General Manager. & _1. I. JIIUI.l [. J , • J U J FINDINGS STATEMENT SUCF PROJECT NO. 16105/106 REPLACE ANTIQUATED ACADEMIC BUILDINGS, PHASE II NEW YORK STATE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES AT CORNELL UNIVERSITY This document, issued as the findings of the State University of New York - Environmental Review Committee, has been prepared in accordance with Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8 (State Environmental Quality Review) of the Environmental Conservation Law. It is the finding of the Committee that the projecthas been progressed in accordance with applicable regulations and has met all requirements of the State Environmental Quality Review Act as evidenced by the following actions undertaken by the SEQR Lead Agency (State University Construction Fund). 1. SEQR E.A.F. prepared October, 1984 2. SHPA' - Section 14.09 Review Submission, December 3, 1984 3. SEQR Positive Declaration/Notice of Intent to Prepare a Draft EIS, January 22, 1985 4. SEQR Notice of Completion and Issuance -o.f .,.Draft EIS, August 21, 1985 5. SEQR Public Hearing,September 5, 1985 6. SEQR Draft EIS Public Comment Period, August 21 -September 19, 1985 7. SEQR Notice of Completion and Issuance of Final EIS, December 11, 1985 It is the finding of .the Committee that the Agency's Action, Recommended Alternate No. 5B - New Construction and Limited Demolition, is consistent with the academic; social, historical, economic and life safety considerations identified during the SEQR process; and further, that the Agency's proposed action minimizes adverse environmental effects to the maximum extent practicable and has incorporated all practicable mitigation measures identified by the State Historic Preservation Office during the Section 14.09 review process. It is the determination of the Committee, that the Agency's Proposed Action, Recommended Alternate No. 5B - New Construction and Limited Demolition, is approved and the Agency is directed to proceed with the necessary actions consistent with the Committee's findings. The Committee has completed a thorough review of the Draft and Final Environmental Impact Statements prepared for the New York State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University, Academic I project. The Committee's determination is that the State University. Construction Fund proceed with the construction of the recommended Alternate No. 5B, with all mitigation measures identified by the State Office of Historic Preservation's determination'of appropriateness issued :,'Findings Statement SUCF Project No. 16105/106 December 23, 1985 I Page Two August 14, 1985, that will accommodate the program and functions currently housed in Roberts, East Roberts and Stone Halls and will require the removal of only one structure (Stone Hall). This finding is consistent with that of the State Office of Historic Preservation. The Committee has found that the Academic I project is vitally needed if the College is to maintain its position as a distinguished academic and research institution of higher education. Further, that the construction of a new facility is financially realistic, will meet all life safety considerations and will provide academic and administrative space consistent with the mission of the College. The new. facility relates well to other academic and research programs on campus„ as well as with its role in Cooperative Extension serving the agribusiness of New York State. Academic I comports well with other new initiatives on the Cornell Campus. For example, in tandem with Academic II, the facility will interface with the developing Biotechnology Research Building. The Academic I project will provide administration, teaching and research space as well as an auditorium in support of the University's comprehensive program. 'urthermore, the Academic I dining hall provided by Cornell University serve as a locus for faculty, staff, students and visitors in this rapidly developing area of the Campus. The Committee.has found that Stone Hall, one of several buildings listed as a Thematic Group and placed on the State and National Historic Registers in 1984, cannot be feasibly restored or rehabilitated for use as an academic building. Studies indicate that this building is very costly to operate and economically prohibitive to rehabilitate in conformance with mandated building codes to provide for safe and functional occupancy in relation to current academic program requirements of the New York State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell. The Committee has found that the historical significance of Stone Hall, as a part of the Thematic Group Listing, has been appropriately recognized on the State and National Registers and that the full documentation as prescribed by the State Office of Historic Preservation is an appropriate mitigation measure. Further, it is the finding of the Committee that the recognition of the building's historical significance is not in itself a mandate for building preservation. It is the Committee's conclusion that based on the past studies by the Agency and interested group::,, there is no feasible or practicable method of rehabilitating the existing building. It is important, however, to acknowledge the significant accomplishments and contributions made by the College's past leaders and that the building's history be recognized and recorded. It is the finding of the Committee that the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Cornell University 4tindings Statement SUCF Project No. 16105/106 December 23, 1985 Page Three should continue to recognize the dedicated faculty and administrators whose early leadership enabled the College to become an outstanding institution of higher learning. By State University of New York - Environmental Review• Committee. • �f�•' ci r'vGG Find() Sigai6r.elli ; Robert Ruckterstuhl Elwin W. Stev-ns 22. NEW BUSINESS - AGENDA ITEM 1 71.5MAR 22.1 CHARLES T. CURREY ATTORNEY AT LAW 109 EAST SENECA STREET ITHACA, NEW YORK 14850 607 272-3700 March 14, 1989 Ralph W. Nash, Esq. Ithaca City Attorney 108 E. Green Street Ithaca, New York 14850 Re: Demolition Permit (132 N. Quarry Street) Dear Ralph: Pursuant to your letter of February 6, 1989, I am enclosing herewith the following documents for action: 1. Certificate of Appropriateness submitted, to the Historic Preservation Committee. 2. City Short Environmental Assessment Form submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission. 3. Long Environmental Assessment Form - Part I submitted to the Landmarks Preservation Commission. 4. Positive Declaration submitted by the Landmarks Preservation Commission to my office. I am also enclosing a copy of Judge Bryant's Order in -this matter which was submitted to the Landmark's Preservation Commission, although I do not believe that it came from my office. I have already enclosed the written decision of the Landmarks Preservation Commission but, for the sake of completeness, I am enclosing another copy with these papers. Mr. Fane does not believe and disputes that it was established at the hearing in this matter that this garage has any special character, special historical or aesthetic interest or value or that it reflects any distinct period or style. of - architecture typical of garages of the 1930's. Mr. 'Fane further believes thatthe criteria proposed in the Landmarks Preservation Ordinance for denial ofthe issuance of a demolition permit were not met by the opponents of the -2 - issuance of this permit. It should be noted that, but for the action of the Landmarks Preservation Commission, the. City of Ithaca Building Department was prepared to issue the necessary demolition permit. Pleae advise if we need do anything further in order to perfect this appeal. As indicated on the second page of the January 24, 1989 decision, I am filing all of these documents in duplicate with the secretary of the Landmarks Preservation Commission, anticipating that one copy will be forwarded to the secretary of the Common Council. If either Mr.. Fane or myself or both of us need to be present at any further hearing or proceeding with respect to the determination of this appeal, please let us know. Yours very truly, Charles T. Currey CTC:jg Enclosure cc: Jason Fane Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission 1.� PROPERTY/BUILDING ADDRESS 131 North Quarry Street, Ithaca, New'York �. FISTORIC BUILDING NAME (if any) none BUSINESS NAME (if any) none 2. APPLICA2ir's NAME Jason Fane ADDRESS (if different than above) 33 North QuarrvPHONE 73-9463 INTEREST IN PROPERTY: OWNER LESSEE PROSPECTIVE BUYER OTHER (please explain) occupant 3. OWNERS NAME (if ocher than above) East Hill School Cooperative, Inc. i ADDRESS PHONE 4. IN WHAT CITY ZONE IS THIS PROPERTY LOCATED? Zoning Map) S. HISTORIC/ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNATION (indicate Yes or No to as many as apply) A. Is the property locally designated as an individual landmark and/or within a local historic district ? B. Is the property listed in the State or National Registers of Historic Places • as an individual landmark and/or within a State at National Register Historic district ? C. If No to "B" above, has -the property been determined to be eligible for listing and/or has it been proposed for listing on the State and National Register of Historic Places? 6. WHAT IS THE PRESENT USE OF THE PROPERTY? (commercial, residential; industrial. etc.) garage • NUMBER -OF UNITS IF RESIDENTIAL (consult ILPC staff or a copy of Ithaca's 7. APPROVAL IS REQUESTED.FOR (check one or more that describe your proposed project): exterior alteration requiring replacement or change of materials, openings, ornament.etc. . repair (not in-kind) signs: historic new restoration change of use: to A' demolition landscape/site-work new construction/addition to: other (please briefly describe) building and/or site 8. DESCRIPTION OF EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS AND MATERIAL CHANGES: Please describe all proposed changes in the appropriate space(s) below. Use as many as apply to your project. Hake reference to any supporting materials - plans, specifications, elevations. photographs. samples. etc. that you are supplying as part of this application. (See ques. 10 for a list of recommended documents.) A. Exterior Surfaces: describe the existing and proposed materials - shingles, clapboard, masonry. etc. - and their use in the proposed work for the following: Walls Roof (please specify materials and method of attachment of roofing materials) Foundation 8. Openings:. describe the proposed changes in material. location. size and shape to the following: Window(s) Door(s) C. Ornamental Elements: describe the proposed repair. replacement. replication and/or addition of ornamental features - roof trim, porches. balconies. etc. Please in- dicate the specific location of the proposed changes) D. Demolition: please describe the extent o( the proposed demolition (some or -all of- che scruccure(s) on the site) Total E. New Consc&;.t..... - +g sucture or as aaaia �••••• whether this is a new free-standing or the site. location in relation to the rest of the building lease describe the proposed removal or addition ,of any signs. Describe F. Signs: P materials. graphics/typeface, new signs in terms of size. illumination. , method of attachmeat.and G. Landscape: describe the number. type, size and location of any trees, hedges and octhheren plan[ materials that are to be effected lbyo nee proposed work. Specify if new plant materials are to be introduced. pavements. H. Site work: describe how the proposed work will effect the afollo areas pav to to patios. parking areas. etc. If p spaces ande walls. fences, terraces, p number of sp tje changed or introduced. please mention their location, size, a rage t 0 the type of surface material(s) to be used. Existing g demolished - no new structure o e ui i t i other proposed.exterior changes to the structure(s) 1 I. Other work: please describe any licacion. or to the site that are the subject of this app PROPOSED WORK REQUIRE A PERKIT. VARIANCE OR OTHER APPROVAL (other than ILPC)? 9. DOES THE tocol � (check one or more) X Planning and Development Board App — Building Dept. Permit cal Other Board of Zoning Appeals App IED.OF STAFF FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION WILL ASSIST THE IL.PC HiKBERSsubmitting): IN THEIR REV 10. THEEWORK (please check the information that you YOUR PROPOSED material samples scaled architectural drawings - color samples - "chips" elevations, details. etc. leers' catalogues plane, '/supe specifications manufacturersother X photographs slides historical materials (photographs and/or written work that support the restor- tion you have selected) ation. replacement or repair op NOTE: Please submit all documentation on paper no le ar r than 11x17 inches in Urd NFer to ensure good quality reproduction. n ordC �� application, f�nn• � do • a)TuL c l Lzed myse.t6 with the contents 6 F"^^,. "" I have cons and • 6 a.io n and p&,o ce a a.ing . hvseby consent to its eubmib January Al, 1989 • DATE SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT DATE SIGNATURE OF OWNER (IF OTHER THAN APPLICANT) • CITY SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM 1. Project Information/to be completed by applicant or project sponsor. 1. Applicant/Sponsor Jason. Fane 2. Project Name • Project Location: 131 North Quarry Street, Ithaca, New York ▪ Is Proposed Action: GNew OExpansion ® Modification/Alteration ▪ Describe Project Briefly: Demolition of existing garage ▪ Precise Location (Road Intersections, Prominent Landmarks, etc., or Provide Map) see attached picture of garage building ▪ Amount of Land Affected: Initially 700 MlinotIle Sq. Ft. Ultimately 700 P9SlIgS<NP2 Sq. Ft. ▪ Will Proposed Action Comply With Existing Zoning or Other Existing Land Use Restrictions? GYes O No If No, Describe Briefly • What is Present Land Use in Vicinity'of Project? V Residential O Industrial (j Agricultural 0 Parkland/Open Space 0 Commercial O Other Describe: Single and multiple family residences 10. Does Action Involve a Permit/Approval, or Funding, Now or Ultimately, From Governmental Agency (Federal, State or Local)? Yes No . If Yes, List Agency Name and Permit/Approval. Type City of Ithaca - Demolition Permit 11. Does Any Aspect of the Action Have a Currently Valid Permit or Approval? G Yes Q No If Yes, List Agency Name and Permit/Approval Type 12. As a Result of Proposed Action Will Existing Permit/Approval Require Modification? Yes - No N/A I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applicant/Sponsor Name Jason Fane Date January 11, 1989 Signature SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM (SEAF) INSTRUCTIONS: In order to answer the questions in this short EAF it is assumed that the preparer will use currently available information concerning the project and the likely impacts of the action. Environmental Assessment 1. Will project result in a large physical change to the project site or physically alter more than one acre of land? Yes x No 2. Will there be'a change to any unique or unusual land form found on the site or to any site designated a unique natural area or critical environmental area by a local or state agency? Yes x No 3. Will project alter or have an effect on an existing waterway? Yes x No 4. Will project have an impact on groundwater quality? Yes x No 5. Will project affect drainage flow on adjacent sites? Yes x No 6. Will project affect any threatened or endangered plant or animal species? Yes x No 7. Will project result in an adverse effect on air quality? Yes x No 8. Will project have an effect on visual character of the community or scenic views or vistas known to be important to the community? Yes x No 9. Will project adversely impact any site or structure of historic, pre -historic, or paleontological importance or any site designated a local landmark or in a landmark district? x Yes No 10. Will project have an effect on existing or future recreational opportunities? Yes x No 11. Will project result in traffic problems or cause a major effect to existing transportation systems? Yes x No 12. Will project cause objectionable odors, noise, glare, vibration, or electrical disturbance as a result of the project's operation during construction or after completion? Yes x No 13. Will project have any impact on public health or safety? Yes x No 14. Will project affect the existing community by directly causing a growth in permanent populations of more than 5 percent over a one-year period or have a negative effect on the character of the community or neighborhood? Yes x No 15. Is there public controversy concerning the project? Yes x No • If.any question has been answered Yes a completed Long Environmental Assessment Form (LEAF) is necessary. PREPARER'S SIGNATURE: TITLE: Attorney REPRESENTING: Jason Fane DATE: Jan. 11, 1989 • 7777 Lt.Hr LONG ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM - PART 1 Project Information by Applicant NOTICE: This document is designed to assist in determining whether the action proposed may have a significant effect on the environment. Please complete the entire form. Answers to these questions will be considered as part of the application for approval and may be subject to further verifications and public review. Provide any additional information you believe will be needed to complete PARTS 2 and 3. NAME AND LOCATION OF PROJECT: NAME AND ADDRESS OF OWNER (If Different 131 North Quarry Street East Hill School -Cooperative, In( (Name) Ithaca, New York NAME AND ADDRESS OF APPLICANT: Jason Fane (Name) 133 North Quarry Street (Street) Ithaca, NY 14850 (P.O.) (State) (Zip) BUSINESS PHONE: 273-9463 (Street) (P.O.) BUSINESS PHONE: NY 14850 (State) (Zip) TYPE OF PROJECT: Demolition (PLEASE COMPLETE EACH QUESTION - indicate N.A. if not applicable) A. SITE DESCRIPTION (Physical setting of overall project, both developed and undeveloped areas) 1. Character of the land: Generally uniform slope rolling or irregular X 2. Present land use: Urban x , Industrial Forest , Agricultural Other Generally uneven and , Commercial , Public 3. Total area of project: acres, or 400 square feet. After Approximate Area: Presently Completion Meadow or Brushland 0 acres/sq. ft. 0 acres/sq. ft. Wooded 0 acres/sq. ft. .0 acres/sq. ft. Agricultural 0 acres/sq. ft. 0 acres/sq. ft. Wetland (as per article 24 of E.C.L.) 0 acres/sq. Public 0 acres/sq. Water Surface Area 0 acres/sq. Unvegetated (rock, earth or fill) 0 acres/sq. Roads, buildings and other paved surfaces •Other (indicate type) 400 if 4/sq. acres/sq. ft. ft. ft. ft. ft. ft. 0 acres/sq. 0 acres/sq. 0 acres/sq. 400 acr22/sq. ft. ft. ft. ft. 0 aft 4/sq. ft. acres/sq. ft. 4. (a) What is predominant soil type(s) an project site? e.g., HdB, silty loam, etc., Rock . (b) Percentage well drained 100 , moderately well drained , poorly drained 5. (a) Are there bedrock outcroppings on project site? Yes x No. (b) What is depth of bedrock? (in feet). (c) What is depth to the water table? feet. 6. Approximate percentage of proposed project site with slopes: 0-10% 0 %; 10-15% %; 15% or greater -%. 7. Do hunting or fishing opportunities presently exist in the project area? Yes x No. 8. Does project site contain any species of plant or animal life that is identified as threatened or endangered? • Yes x No; Identify each species 9. Are there any unique or unusual land forms on the project site? (i.e. cliffs, .gorges, other geological formations)? Yes x No. Describe 10. Is project within or contiguous to a'site designated a unique natural. area or critical environmental area by a local or state agency? Yes x No; Describe 11. Is the project site presently used by the community or neighborhood as an open space or recreation area? Yes x No. 12. Does the present site offer or include scenic views or vistas known to beimportantto the community? Yes x No. 13. Is project contiguous to, or does it contain a building or site listed on or eligible for the National or State Register of Historic. Places? Yes x No; if Yes, explain ; or designated a local landmark or in a local landmark district? Yes h 14. Streams within or contiguous to project site: a. Names of stream or name of river to which it is tributary N/A 15. Lakes, Ponds, Wetland areas within or contiguous to project site: a. Name N/A ; B..Size-(in acres) N/A 16. What is the dominant land use and zoning classification within a 1/4 mile radius of the project? (e.g. single family residential, R -la or R -1b) and the scale of development (e.g. 2 story) multi -family and single family residential. 17. Has the site been used for land disposal of solid or hazardous wastes? Yes x No; If Yes, describe B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION 1. Physical dimensions and scale of project (fill in dimensions as appropriate) a. Total contiguous area owned by project sponsor 0 acres or 0 square feet. b. c. d. e. f. g. Project acreage developed: acres initially; ultimately. 400 Sq. ft. Project acreage to remain undeveloped 100% Length of project in miles (if appropriate) or feet If project is an expansion or demolition of existing building use, indicate percent of change proposed: building square footage 400 ; developed acreage 0 Number of off-street parking spaces existing Maximum vehicular trips generated per day 0 (upon completion of project). h. If residential: Number and type of housing units (not structures): acres 2 • 200 or ; proposed and per hour 0 0 Initial Ultimate If: Commercial If: Industrial. One Family 0 Two Family Multiple Family • Condominium 0 0 0 0 0 Orientation - check one 0 0 Neighborhood City Regional Estimated Employment N/A N/A i. Total height of tallest proposed structure: .2. Specify what type of natural material (i.e. rock, how much will be removed from the site none or added to the site N/A N/A feet. earth, etc.) and none 3. Specifywhat type of vegetation (trees, shrubs, ground cover) and how much will be removed from site - acres. none 4. Will any mature trees or other locally -important vegetation bg removed by this project? Yes x No. 5. Are there any plans for re -vegetation to replace that removed during construction? Yes X No. None will be removed.• -4- 6. If single phase project: Anticipated period of construction 15 days months (including demolition). 7. If multi -phased project: a. Total number of phases anticipated b. Anticipated date of commencement phase one month year (including demolition). c. Approximate completion date final phase month year. d. Is phase 1 financially dependent on subsequent phases? Yes No. 8. Will blasting occur during construction? Yes x No; if yes, explain • 9. Number of jobs generated: during construction 0 ; after project is completed 0 . 10. Number of jobs eliminated by this project 0 . Explain 11. Will project require relocation of any projects or facilities? Yes x No. If yes, explain 12. a. Is surface or subsurface liquid waste disposal involved? Yes x No. b. If yes, indicate type of waste (sewage, industrial, etc.) c. If surface disposal, where specifically will effluent be discharged? • 13. Will surface area of existing lakes, ponds, streams, or other surface waterways be increased or decreased by proposal? Yes x No. 14. a. Will project or any portion of project occur wholly or partially within or contiguous to the 100 year flood plain? Yes x No. b. Does project or any portion of project occur wholly or partially within or contiguous to: no Cayuga Inlet, no Fall Creek, no Cascadilla Creek, no Cayuga Lake, no Six Mile Creek, no Silver Creek? c. Does project or any portion of project occur wholly or partially within or contiguous to wetlands as described in Article 24 of the ECL? Ye•s x No. d. If yes for a, b, or c, explain 15. a. Does project involve disposal of solid waste? x Yes No. b. If yes, will an existing solid waste disposal facility be used? x Yes No. c. If yes, give name: ; location d. Will any wastes not go into a sewage disposal system or into a li sanitary landfill? Yes x No. If yes, explain E. Will any solid waste be disposed of on site? Yes x No. If yes, explain 16. Will project use herbicides or pesticides? Yes x No.. If yes, specify 17. Will project affect a building or site listed on or eligible for the National or State Register of Historic Places? Or designated a local landmark or in a' landmark district? Yes x No. If yes, explain -5- 18. Will project produce odors? Yes X No. If yes, describe 19. Will project produce operating noise exceeding the local ambient noise level during construction? Yes X No; After construction? Yes No. 20. Will project result in an increase in energy use? Yes x No; if yes, indicate type(s) 21. Total anticipated water usage per day 0 gals/day. Source of water 22. Zoning: a. What is dominant zoning classification of site? Residential b. Current specific zoning classification of site? c. Is proposed ,use consistent with present zoning? Yes d. If no, indicate desired zoning 23. Approvals: a. Is any Federal permit required? Yes No. Specify b. Does project involve State or Federal funding or financing? Yes X No. Specify c. Local and Regional approvals: Council BZA P&D Board Landmarks BPW Fire Dept. Police Dept. IURA Building _Commissioner Approval Submittal Approval (Yes -No) Required(type) (Date) (Date) Yes Demolition Permit C. INFORMATIONAL DETAILS Attach any additional information as may be needed to clarify your project. If there are or may be any adverse impacts associated with the proposal, please discuss such impacts and the measures which can be taken to mitigate or avoid them. PREPARER'S SIGNATURE: TITLE REPRESENTING DATE • • Attorney for Jason Fane Jason Fane January 13, 1989 City of Ithaca Plznning and Development 108 East Green Street Ithaca, New York 14850 SEQR 617.21 Appendix E POSITIVE DECLARATION Notice of Intent to Prepare a Draft EIS Determination of Significance Project Number Date. January 11, 1989 This notice is issued pursuant to Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8 (State Environmental Quality Review Act) of the Environmental Conservation Law. The Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission , as lead agency, has determined that the proposed action described below may have a significant effect on the environment and that a•Draft Environmental Impact Statement will be prepared. Name of Action: Demolition of garage in the East Hill Historic District SEQR Status: Type I Description of Action: The proposal is the demolition of a two bay, yellow brick garage. The structure is a contributing element of the East Hill Historic District, listed on the National and State Registers of Historic Places and designated locally as well. The garage was probably constructed in the 1930s. The property on which the garage is located belongs to the East Hill Cooperative, occupying the former East Hill School. During litigation following the Cooperative's attempt to evict the lessee, he asserted ownership of the property on the theory of adverse possession. The State of New York Supreme Court ruled that the Cooperative was entitled to evict the lessee, however, in accordance with terms of the lease upon termination the lessee could remove the garage from the premises. Location: (Include street address and the name of the municipality/county. A location map of appropriate scale is also recommended.) The address of the garage is 132 North Quarry Street, Ithaca, Tompkins County, although the site belongs to the East Hill Cooperative located at 111 Stewart Avenue. See map attached. SEQR Positive Declaration Page 2 Reasons Supporting This Determination: The action may have a significant effect because demolition will result in the impairment of the character and quality of an important historical and archi- tectural resource. The action was assessed in connection with the overall setting of North Quarry Street and the East Hill Historic District and the irreversibility of the proposed demolition. The brick masonry garage is a contributing element of the East Hill Historic District which despite probable alteration of the door, retains the form and detailing characteristic of the district's period of significance. The action may have a significant effect because the demolition may result in a substantially adverse change to erosion susceptibility. The action was assessed in connection with probability of occurring and controllability. At the rear of the garage, (west), the ground drops steeply and the degree to which the foundation may contribute to stabilization of the bank is unknown. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Contact Person: Leslie A. Chatterton, Secretary to the Ithaca Landmarks . Preservation Commission Address: 108 East Green Street, Ithaca, NY 14850 Telephone Number: 607-272-1713 A COPY OF THIS NOTICE SENT TO: Commissioner, Department of Environmental Conservation, 50 Wolf Road, Albany, New York 12233-0001 Appropriate Regional Office of the Department of Environmental Conservation Office of the Chief Executive Officer of the political subdivision in which the action will be principally located. Applicant (if any) Jason Fane, Ithaca Renting Company, Post Office Box 642, Ithaca, NY 14851 Other involved agencies (if any) Regional Office VII, Department of Environmental Conservation, Syracuse, NY Conservation Advisory Council Peter Dieterich, Acting Building Commissioner Ralph W. Nash, Esq., City Attorney Charles Currey, Esq. At an Equity Term of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, held in and for the County of Tompkins at the Courthouse, Ithaca, New York co«auencing on December 9, 1935. PRESENT: HONORABLE FREDERICK B. BRYANT, JUSTICE STATE CF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF TOMPKINS EAST HILL SCHOOL COOPERATIVE, INC., Petitioner, v. JASON FANE, Respondent. ORDER Index No. 85-166 The above -entitled summary proceeding brought by the plaintiff to evict the defendant from the premises allegedly owned by the plaintiff, and this action having been transferred from the city of Ithaca after defendant in his answer asserted ownership o'f the a theory of adverse possession and by stipulation an order property on having been court entered with this court that the notice of petition and petition was to be treated as a summons and complaint and the answer to the petition was to be considered an answer to the complaint, and the issues so joined having duly come to be heard and the action having been duly tried before the undersigned at the above captioned term of this court on December 20, 1985, and the plaintiff having 1 • appeared with Bixler & Stumbar, Elizabeth J. Bixler of counsel, its attorneys and the defendant having appeared with Charles T. Currey, Esquire, his attorney and testimony having been given in open court, and the undersigned having heard and considered the proof offered and having made a Decision in writing dated February 19, 1986, NOW, a motion of Bixler & Stumbar, Elizabeth J. Bixler of counsel, attorneys for plaintiff, it is ORDERED, ADJUDGED and DECREED that the plaintiff is entitled to a judgment evicting all occupants of the garage on the real property owned by plaintiff from further occupation of the premises, and it is further ORDERED, ADJUDGED and DECREED that the defendant, in accordance with the terms of the July 1, 1966 lease, may remove the garage building from the premises within sixty days of the date of entry of.judgment herein. ENTER. Dated: , 1986 Ithaca, New York Approved as to form: x440- %, ,n414 Charles T. Currey Attorney for the Respondent II 2 HON. FREDERICK B. BRYA.NT SUPREME COURT JUSTICE CITY OF ITHACA 10S EAST GREEN STREET ITHACA, NEW YORK 14850 ITHACA LANDMARKS TELEPHONE: 272-1713 PRESERVATION COMMISSION CODE 607 January 24, 1989 Mr. Jason fa-ne Ithaca Renting Company Post Office Box 642 Ith.aca, NY 14851 i' Dear Mr. Fane: At a special meeting held on Thursday, January 19, . 1989, the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission reviewed the proposal to demolish the garage located at 132 North Quarry Street, East Hill Historic District. The Commission first undertook evaluation of the Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF and LEAF). Because the property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the East Hill Historic District, the action is defined as a Type I action under both the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act and the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality Review Ordinance. The Commission determined by unanimous vote that the proposed demolition would result in a major impact that cannot be reduced and may cause significant damage to the environment. In reaching this decision the Commission noted that the structure is a contributing element of the East Hill Historic District. As a good representative example of a 1930s garage it has a special character, special historical and aesthetic interest and value, and it reflects a distinct period and style of architecture typical of the era. It was also noted that the structure is in sound condition and that neither the owner or his representative presented a viable reason for the demolition. Additional concern was expressed regarding the stability of the slope should the garage and its foundation be removed from the site. As a result of this action the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement is required before the proposal can proceed. The Commission then reviewed the Certificate of Appropriatenless application filed on January 11, 1989. Approval of the application -was denied by unanimous vote. The Commission noted in discussion that the application does not meet the criteria of the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Ordinance under which demolition of a designated historic resource may be approved (Municipal Code, 32.6F). 'An Equal O000rtunrty Empluynr with an Altana..., -.,hyn•Prnoram Jason Fane Jan. 24, 1989 -2- Applicants in disagreement with the Commission's decisions may take appeal s to the Common Counci 1 . An appeal must be made within sixty (60) days after the action from which the appeal is made. The applicant shall file his appeal in duplicate with the Secretary of the Commission; one copy of which shall be forwarded to the Secretary of the Common Council. Appeals shall be signed by the property owner or a certified agent. In closing, the Commission would like to extend its appreciation for your cooperation in supporting the architectural and historic character of the East Hill Historic District. Sincerely, ar4ie Leslie A. Chatterton Secretary Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission LAC/mc cc: Barclay G. Jones, Chair Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission Peter Dieterich Acting Building Commissioner Richard Eckstrom Plan Review Officer H. Matthys Van Cort, Director Planning and Development Charles T. Currey, Esq. IJ-LC-132NQuar CITY OF ITHACA 109 EAST GREEN STREET ITHACA, NEW YORK 14850 OFFICE OF CITY ATTORNEY February 6, 1989 Charles T. Currey, Esq. 109 East Seneca Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Re: Demolition Permit 132 North Quarry Street Dear Chuck: TELEPHONE. 272-1713 CODE 607 This is in response to your recent letter on this matter. There is no specific form on which an appeal to Common Council is made. Please submit all information previously submitted to the Landmarks Commission together with all letters, orders or findings relative thereto made by the Commission and its staff. You should also include a statement of reasons why you feel Common Council should overturn the Commissions Decision. Yottirs very truly, r i t ///1:/14 1 i Ralph. . Nash City Atorney RWN:blh cc: Leslie Chatterton, Planning Department • An E:ua! C n rt;r:nj E•-:-Vyer wet?) an Att,• naln.e! ACtenn Vrnq.im'.