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Home My WebLink About2012-07-19 TOWN OF GROTON PLANNING BOARD Minutes of Regular Meeting - Thursday, 19 July 2012 - 7:30 PM Town Hall Court Room - 101 Conger Boulevard - Groton, NY Members, Groton Planning Board (*Absent) Others Present Edward Neuhauser, Chairperson Gary Coats, Town CEO Monica Carey, Vice Chair Joan Fitch, Recording Secretary Barbara Clark Mark Baxendell Mary K. Gloster John Morey Bret Wyllie Applicants & Public in Attendance Laura Mainville, Applicant, James Cronk, Applicant; Russell Barber, Applicant; Town Councilman Sheldon Clark; Ken Baldwin, Jim & Dee Scanlon, Donna Cook, Carolann Darling. The Regular Meeting of the Town of Groton Planning Board was called to order by Chairman Edward Neuhauser at 7:30 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - 21 JUNE 2012 A motion was made by Member Barbara Clark to approve the Minutes of the 16 June 2012 Planning Board meeting, as submitted. The motion was seconded by Member John Morey, with the vote recorded as follows: Ayes: Chairman Neuhauser Nays: None Member Carey Member Clark Member Baxendell Abstain: Member Gloster Member Morey Member Wyllie Motion carried. This becomes Action #35 of 2012. OLD BUSINESS James Cronk, Applicant/Reputed Owner - 380 Cobb Street - TM #33.-1-3.21 - Multi-Family Residence It was noted by CEO Gary Coats that this application had been withdrawn by the applicant. NEW BUSINESS James Cronk, Applicant/Reputed Owner - 380 Cobb Street - TM #33.-1-3.21 - Minor Subdivision Chairman Neuhauser recognized the applicant who was requesting approval of a minor subdivision of his 34± acre property as shown on the sketch accompanying the application. Mr. Cronk stated that he had received a subdivision plat from his surveyor, Brian Klumpp, but after discussing what was being proposed with the County Health Department, a last-minute issue with the septic and well came up. The applicant then talked with the surveyor and ended up eliminating one lot (front, #1 by the road) which was to be combined as shown on the new subdivision map. It is now a three-lot subdivision (two lots being subdivided out of the total acreage). Lot 1 is the parcel where a house has been started, Lot 2 is where a new house will be constructed, and Lot 3 is the remaining parcel containing 38.33± acres. Page 1 of 5 (T)Groton Planning Board Minutes 19 July 2012 The Board discussed access to the lots. There will be a 30-foot "pole" on the south side of the property, as shown on the map, for access to the proposed lots. Chairman Neuhauser noted that the application indicated four (4) for the number of proposed lots, when it should be three (3) to agree with the new map. He asked the applicant to fill out a new application at this time; the applicant's fee will have to be adjusted. The meeting proceeded while the applicant completed the requested paperwork. Laura Mainville, Applicant/Reputed Owner - 380 Cobb Street - TM #24.-1-3.9 - Site Plan Review for Proposed Home/Garage Business (Psychic Tyme) Chairman Neuhauser recognized Joe Scanlon, representing the applicant who was seeking Site Plan approval to modify her existing garage/shop and home to conduct meetings and classes, dba "Psychic Tyme." Accompanying the application was a Site Plan, a proposed sign location sketch, and a sketch showing proposed renovations to the garage, all prepared by Mr. Scanlon. Also included in the packet was a description of the proposed business, Psychic Tyme, along with Ms. Manville's background. She proposed a therapeutic massage with her partner, Donna Cook, whose biography was also included. Details of the proposed business were also provided in a brief narrative. Mr. Scanlon stated that there would have to be some insulating done in the garage; heat will be electric baseboard. When asked how many large group meetings will be held, Ms. Mainville responded there would be no more than three, with an attendance of from 17 to 25 persons. Portable toilets will be rented on these occasions or, if not permitted, facilities in her home could be utilized. This will be discussed with CEO Coats at permit time, as will planned signage. With no further questions from the Board, a motion was made by Member Carey that for the purpose of the State Environmental Quality Review concerning this application, the Town of Groton Planning Board hereby declares itself as Lead Agency. The motion was seconded by Member Bret Wyllie, with the vote recorded as follows: Ayes: Chairman Neuhauser Nays: None Member Carey Member Clark Member Baxendell Member Gloster Member Morey Member Wyllie Motion carried. This becomes Action #36 of 2012. Chairman Neuhauser read aloud Part II of the Short Environmental Assessment Form. Negative responses were obtained to all questions in Part II, except Cl. Member John Morey felt there would be an adverse effect associated with existing traffic patterns. Member Clark commented that although there would be an impact, an increase in traffic due to the proposed business would only be two or three times a year. The Board agreed that there would be an impact, but felt it would be the slightest impact that there is. A motion was then made by Member Clark that, based on the information and analysis of the SEQR concerning this application, the Town of Groton Planning Board has determined that the proposed action will not result in any significant adverse environmental impact, resulting in a Page 2 of 5 (T)Groton Planning Board Minutes 19 July 2012 Negative Declaration. The motion was seconded by Member Mary Gloster, with the vote recorded as follows: Ayes: Chairman Neuhauser Nays: None Member Carey Member Clark Member Baxendell Member Gloster Member Morey Member Wyllie Motion carried. This becomes Action #37 of 2012. After a brief discussion, a motion was made by Member Care to approve the Preliminary Site Plan for the proposed business (Psychic Tyme), as requested, with a Public Hearing set for 7:30 p.m. on 16 August 2012. The motion was seconded by Member Wyllie, with the vote recorded as follows: Ayes: Chairman Neuhauser Nays: None Member Carey Member Clark Member Baxendell Member Gloster Member Morey Member Wyllie Motion carried. This becomes Action #38 of 2012. Russell & Marilyn Barber, Applicants/Reputed Owners - 14 Ogden Street - TM #28.-1-15.112 - Minor Subdivision Chairman Neuhauser recognized Mrs. Barber who explained to the Board that she and her husband were seeking approval to subdivide a 1.5± acre parcel from their 15.8± acres to give to their daughter, as shown on a map accompanying the application. Member Carey stated that the road frontage and the lot size met the Code requirements. With no further questions from the Board, a motion was made by Member Morey that for the purpose of the State Environmental Quality Review concerning this application, the Town of Groton Planning Board hereby declares itself as Lead Agency. The motion was seconded by Member Clark, with the vote recorded as follows: Ayes: Chairman Neuhauser Nays: None Member Carey Member Clark Member Baxendell Member Gloster Member Morey Member Wyllie Motion carried. This becomes Action #39 of 2012. Page 3 of 5 (T)Groton Planning Board Minutes 19 July 2012 Chairman Neuhauser read aloud Part II of the Short Environmental Assessment Form. Negative responses were obtained to all questions in Part II. A motion was then made by Member Carey that, based on the information and analysis of the SEQR concerning this application, the Town of Groton Planning Board has determined that the proposed action will not result in any significant adverse environmental impact, resulting in a Negative Declaration. The motion was seconded by Member Mark Baxendell, with the vote recorded as follows: Ayes: Chairman Neuhauser Nays: None Member Carey Member Clark Member Baxendell Member Gloster Member Morey Member Wyllie Motion carried. This becomes Action #40 of 2012. A motion was then made by Member Carey to waive the Public Hearing and approve the Minor Subdivision, as requested, with no modifications. The motion was seconded by Member Baxendell, with the vote recorded as follows: Ayes: Chairman Neuhauser Nays: None Member Carey Member Clark Member Baxendell Member Gloster Member Morey Member Wyllie Motion carried. This becomes Action #41 of 2012. James Cronk, Applicant/Reputed Owner - 380 Cobb Street - TM #33.-1-3.21 - Minor Subdivision- cont'd. Chairman Neuhauser acknowledged receipt of a corrected application form from Mr. Cronk, as he had requested. All other required forms were also included in the submittal. After a brief discussion, a motion was made by Member Clark that for the purpose of the State Environmental Quality Review concerning this application, the Town of Groton Planning Board hereby declares itself as Lead Agency. The motion was seconded by Member Carey, with the vote recorded as follows: Ayes: Chairman Neuhauser Nays: None Member Carey Member Clark Member Baxendell Member Gloster Member Morey Member Wyllie Motion carried. This becomes Action #42 of 2012. Page 4 of 5 (T)Groton Planning Board Minutes 19 July 2012 Chairman Neuhauser read aloud Part II of the Short Environmental Assessment Form. Negative responses were obtained to all questions in Part II. A motion was then made by Member Clark that, based on the information and analysis of the SEQR concerning this application, the Town of Groton Planning Board has determined that the proposed action will not result in any significant adverse environmental impact, resulting in a Negative Declaration. The motion was seconded by Member Wyllie, with the vote recorded as follows: Ayes: Chairman Neuhauser Nays: None Member Carey Member Clark Member Baxendell Member Gloster Member Morey Member Wyllie Motion carried. This becomes Action #43 of 2012. A motion was then made by Member Morey to set a Public Hearing for the proposed Minor Subdivision on 16 August 2012. The motion was seconded by Member Carey, with the vote recorded as follows: Ayes: Chairman Neuhauser Nays: None Member Carey Member Clark Member Baxendell Member Gloster Member Morey Member Wyllie Motion carried. This becomes Action #44 of 2012. OTHER BUSINESS • ZBA Member Sought - CEO Coats again reported that ZBA Chair Steve Thane had resigned and moved from the Town. Member Paul Fouts has assumed the chairmanship, but the Board has a vacancy. Also, with the retirement of Lyle Raymond from the Board at the end of his term (12/31/12) there will be a second vacancy. New members are being sought. • Name that Action - CEO Coats stated that Special Permits are only issued by the Town Board for certain items. Everything else comes before the Planning Board. A name is needed for the type of permit for applications like the above Mainville app. Land Use Permit?? Asked Board to think about this for next meeting. ADJOURNMENT At 8:45 p.m., a motion was made by Member Clark to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by Member Gloster, with all members present voting in favor. twiese E. Fitch, Board Secretary Emailed to Town/Deputy Clerks, CEO Coats, Chair Neuhauser& Board Members on 7/24/12. Page 5 of 5