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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZBA Cover SheetAl TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 1981 By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE IS. HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, November 18, 1981, in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., at the following times and on the following matters: 7:30 P.M. Appeal of N. W. L. Realty, Appellant, Larry Marks, as Agpnt, from the decision of the Building Inspector denying permit for a change in signage (legal, non -conforming) at Wonderland Motel, 654 Elmira Road, Tax Parcel No. 6-33-3-6, Ithaca, N.Y. Permit is denied under Section 8.05-3 of the Town of Ithaca Sign Law. 7:40 P.M. Appeal of Nelson Eddy, Appellant, Erik Corson, as Agent, from the decision of the Building .Inspector denying permission for the operation of a woodworking shop in an existing structure at 430 Bostwick Road, Tax Parcel No. 6-32-1-18.2, Ithaca, N.Y. Permission is denied under Article XI, Section 51, and Article V, Section 18, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, 7f50 P.M. Appeal of Frank P. and Doris Gatch, Appellants, Adam Gatch, as Agent, from the decision of the.Building Inspector denying permission to conduct a home occupation (body shop) in an existing garage, with garage area in excess of 200 square feet, at 110 Seven Mile Drive, Tax Parcel No. 6-33-2-5, Ithaca, N.Y. Permission is denied under Article V, Section 19, paragraph 2, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance. 8.:00 P.M. Appeal of Thomas and Martha Bell, Appellants, from the decision of the Building Inspector denying permit for window signage at Bell's Convenience Foods, 614 Elmira Road, Tax Parcel No. 6-33- 3-2.4, Ithaca, N.Y. Permit is denied under Sections 5.05-2, . 5.05-3, and 5.05-5 of the Town of Ithaca Sign Law. Said Zoning Board of Appeals will at said times and said place hear all persons in support of such matters or objections thereto. Persons may appear by.agent or in person. Lewis D. Cartee Building Inspector Town of Ithaca Dated: November 10, 1981 Publish: November 13, 1981 9/3/8/ - / e 3a•.. i i TOWN.OF I,HACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS SDAY, APRIL 12, 1989 7:00 P.M. By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, April 12, 1989, in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M., on the following matters. 1 1. ADJOURNED APPEAL (from November 30, 1988) of Ivar and Janet Jonson, Appellants, requesting the authorization of the Zoning Board of Appeals, under Article XII, Section 54, of the Town 'of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the reconstruction of a. single story, single family dwelling at 934B East Shore Drive, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-18-5-9, Residence District R-15. Said Parcel of land. is non -conforming in size and the dwelling proposed for reconstruction was non_conforming in yard setbacks, however, said dwelling) is proposed to be located within the same footprint of said previously existing legal non -conforming single story, single family dwelling: Shpuld it be the case that the previously existing legal non -conforming dwelling has been abandoned as a use in the Town of Ithaca for more than one year, the Appellant has entered a request for variance from the requirements of Article XII, Section 53, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance. APPEAL of The First Ithaca Chinese Christian Church, Appellant, Gerald Rau, Agent, requesting Speciale Approval under Article IV, Section 11, Paragraph 3, of the Town of Ithaca. Zoning Ordinance, for the conversion of an existing residence located at 1462 Slaterville Road into a place of worship, Town of Ithaca' Tax Parcel No. 6-58-2-22.3, Residence District R-15. The Town of Ithaca Planning Board, on March 21, 1989, recommended that such Special Approval be granted,•subject to certain conditions. APPEAL of David B. Bowlsby, Appellant, requesting authorization, under Article XII, Section 54, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the replacement, extension, . and relocation of an existing legal non -conforming building Idestroyed by fire at 829 Taughannock Blvd., Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel INo. 6-25-2-38, Residence District R-15. Said building, prior to its, destruction, had a south side yard setback of 5 feet and a north side yard setback of 11 feet, with a front yard setback extending into the highway right of way. The replacement building is proposed with a south side yard setback of 12 feet and a north side yard setback of between. 11, feet and 15 feet, with a. front yard setbackfrom the highway right of way line of between 7 feet and.13 feet. APPEAL of Cannon Recreation and.Spa of, Ithaca, David:Axenfeld, Agent, Earland and Robert Mancini, current landowners, requesting variance of the requirements of Article'VIII, Section 44, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, to permit,thel.construction of a retail store with a front yard setback of less than 1,5'0. feet and a rear yard setback of less than 50 feet. Said retail stone is to.be located in a Light Industrial District on the Elmira Road approximately 900 feet south of its intersection with Five Mile Drive, on a portion of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-33-3-2.2. . Said Zoning .Board of place, hear all persons in Persons may appear by agent Dated: April 4, 1989 Publish: April 7, 1989 Appeals willat said time, (support of such matters or or, in person. Andrew S'. Frost Building Inspector/Zoning Town of Ithaca 273-1747 7:00 p.m., and said objections thereto. Enforcement Officer 1. I ZBA 4-12-89 Chairman Aron stated that if the questions, he will ask for a motion an that'there are variances to be given. Special Approval as. to allowing for that extended non -conforming use and then to rear yards and front yard. Mr. Austen made the following motion 24 Board,- has no further I he reminded the Board First of all there is house to be built as an vary the side yards and RESOLVED, that .the Town of Ithaca Zoning, Board of Appeals grant and hereby does. grant Speciale Approval for; the - new 'house as shown on .the. plot plan dated March '20,,,1989, prepared bye Mr. -Mulcahy,--subject to -side .yard variances, hereby granted, of 3. feet on the south side and a variance, hereby granted, of. approximately 4 feet on the northeast corner of the proposed building, and be it further RESOLVED, that a variance, hereby granted, for the northwest corner can be as close as but no closer- than -7 feet to the front yard line on the southwest -corner, and as close as but no closer than 13 feet -to the lot` -line, said variances and special approval granted:, upon the ..condition that the percentage of area -covered not exceed 35 percent of -'the lot, and with the following findings.of fact: 10 No one appeared `-at the publ-ic -Nearing to obj ect to the proposal. 21 That this�is replacing- the building that was destroyed by fire on a legal non-conforminglot, with an extension of a legal non -conforming use. 3. That the lot size is 'larger 'than the average' lot size in width along that part of the lake front. 4. That it is not feasible to reconstruct on the footprint of previous building due 'to the State highway changing their boundary lines. ` Mrs. Reun$i' seconded the motion. The voting on the motion was as follows. Ayes - Aron, Reuning, Austen,'••King, Hoffmann. Nays - None. The motion was -carried unanimously. The last item on the agenda was as follows: APPEAL OF CANNON RECREATION AND SPA OF ITHACA, -DAVID AXENFELD, AGENT, EARLAND AND ROBERT MANCINI, CURRENT LANDOWNERS, REQUESTING VARIANCE OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF ARTICLE VIII, SECTION 44, OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING ORDINANCE, TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF A RETAIL STORE WITH ZBA 4-12-89 25 A FRONT YARD SETBACK OF LESS THAN 150 FEET AND A REAR YARD SETBACK OF. LESS THAN 50 FEET. SAID RETAIL STORE IS TO BE LOCATED IN A LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT ON THE ELMIRA ROAD APPROXIMATELY 900 FEET SOUTH OF ITS INTERSECTION WITH FIVE MILE DRIVE, ON A PORTION OF TOWN OF ITHACA TAX PARCEL NO. 6- 33-3-2.2. Chairman Aron read from the.Appeal presented to the. Board from Mr. Axenfeld (attached hereto as Exhibit # 12). He stated that Mr. Axenfeld has been before the Planning Board. for a Final Subdivision Approval (attached.. hereto as Exhibit.l3A) .and for a Site Plan,Approval (attached.,hereto.. as Exhibit 13B). He said. . that -the Planning Board..did go .over the Environmental, Assessment Form (attached hereto..as Exhibit -#14), and they have granted Mr. Axenfeld a negative declaration with respect to site plan approval. Chairman Aron asked Mr. Axenfeld to explain to the Board about his business and what he plans.to do.-. Mr. Axenfeld stated that.they are a retail store that sells swimming pools,.both in ground and above -ground. They will :sell chemicals, supplies, spas,. patio furniture, basically recreational type things. They are proposing to display two swimming,.pools. Chairman Aron asked Mr.f Axenfeld. about parking facilities. Mr. Axenfeld replied -that. there are--25cspaces for parking.. Chairman Aron .asked for. - a location that is being proposed for this retail store. Mr. Axenfeld stated Vthat it is on Route 13, between Bell's Grocery.. and Salino .Electric. He said that there is an access road .being, built into where his business will be. Mr. King -asked Mr. Axenfeld how'far back the front of his building would be from the 'Ohighway,. relative .to the other commercial buildings in the area. Mr. Axenfeld responded that theirs. will be farther back -than , any- .,along.. that road .within a quarter mile. Mr. King stated that judging from the sketch, the first floor of the building would be about -20 feet belowthe grade of the highway. He asked.,Mr. Axenfeld if that is correct. Mr. Axenfeld replied that basically where the entrance would start, he believes that it is 124' and the actual elevation of the building would be 1081, so it would .be 161. He said that coming up Route 13 heading north, he believes the elevation in the corner is much less. Ms. Hoffmann referred to the project map and discussion followed on the figures on the map in regard to the front and rear yards. Chairman Aron opened the public hearing. No one appeared before the Board. Chairman Aron closed the public -hearing. ZBA 4-12-89 Fie Ms. Hoffmann asked' if there*will be protection around the pools that will be displayed. .'Mr. Akenfeld responded that there will be a fence around that area, and also "a light pole for security purposes. Further discussion followed regarding the display area. There was discussion about 'equipment. that will be stored outside, • such as a bulldozer. : Mr. 'Frost stated that it was his feeling that as a retail business, the retail business would not be restricted from outdoor display. He referred to Section 43 of�the Ordinance for accessory use as was brought.to.the Board's attention by Town Attorney Barney.. `He stated..that it was, his interpretation that if: a -business use, is permitted. .in an Industrial District',*.. since it is a more restrictive use, then there would be no prohibition of outside display for a retail store, which is'what he�would label this from the use standpoint. Further discussion followed on the floor on this matter. Environmental Assessment Ms. Hoffmann made the following --motion: RESOLVED, that the Town "of`Ithaca.Zoning Board -of Appeals make and hereby does' make a negative determination of environmental significance with respect to the required variances. Ms. Reuning seconded the motion. The voting was as follows: Ayes - Aron, Austen, King, Reuning, Nays - None. The motion was carried unanimously. Hoffmann. Chairman Aronstated that he would entertain a motion to grant a variance for the front and rear yard of this proposed project: Mr. King made the following motion: RESOLVED, that the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals grant and hereby doe's grant variances to the applicant conforming to this Site Plan as approved by the Town Planning Board, subject to the following: 1. The rear yard requirements will be considered met by having the northwest corner of the building no closer than 34 feet to the westerly lot line, and the southwest corner no closer than 40 feet to the west lot line, ZBA 4-12-8-9 27 2. A variance, hereby granted, permitting the display area to. be -•located .as shown on the plan, namely within approximately 60 feet west.of the highway, 3..- Such variances -are granted with the understanding that the applicant will obtain the approval of the driveway entrance and location and design by the NYS DoT; 4e That approval of final landscape plans will be obtained from the .,Town Planning staff,, and - and with the following.Findings of Fact: 1.. The proposed use of :the property � is ,:•a more, restrictive use _than that ,permitted.in-.Light Industrial Districts and consequently.this.constitutes an upgraded use. 2." It appears that..the potent 0al°traffic impact would be minimal in.a building of this type. and a use of this type 'which' is the display and sales of outdoor pools and similar outdoor recreational furnishings and.such.. 3. There will not be an adverse impact on the general quality of the neighborhood and -the current uses of the . neighborhood, nor on foreseeable uses, there being only two residences. in the immediate neighborhood and their being. on the :opposite side of the highway,. and at a more graded., elevation,,. whereas this ,proposed use is some 16 -..20 feet...below • the. average ,elevation on the highway.. 4. No one appeared.before,the Board in opposition .to this project. A vote on the motion resulted as follows: Ayes - Aron, Austen, King, Hoffmann, Reuning. Nays - None. The motion was carried unanimously. The meeting%adjourned-at 10:01 p.m. Respectively/Submitted---- Connie J. Holcomb Recording Secretary Exhibi -14 attached. . n A�PRO D A Henry Aron Chairman ,_ TOWN OF ITHACA 126 East Seneca Street Ithaca, New York 14850 (607) 273-1747 A P P E A L to the Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer and the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca, New York Having been denied permission to FEE: $40.00 RECEIVED. CASH CHECK ZONING. For Office Use Only W/ at trim Efm+�<H /(SR jaof) -i ut.411 /i—IJWJ&%, Tovn of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. W as shown on the accompanying application and/or plans or other supporting documents, for the stated reason that the issuance of such permit would be in violation of: r Article(s) Section(s) of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, the UNDERSIGNED respectfully submits this Appeal from such denial and, in support of the Appeal, affirms that strict observance of the Zoning Ordinance would impose PRACTICAL DIFFICULTIES amd/or UNNECESSARY HARDSHIP as follows. (Additional sheets may be attached as necessary.) 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S. oy328o Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca -1- Elmira Road, 900 Feet South of Five Mile Drive Site Plan Approval Planning Board, April 4, 1989 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ADOPTED RESOLUTION: SEQR Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca Elmira Road, 900 Feet South of Five Mile Drive Site Plan Approval Planning Board, April 4, 1989 MOTION by Mr. Robert Kenerson, seconded by Mrs. Virginia Langhans: WHEREAS: 1.. This action is the Consideration of Site Plan Approval for a proposed 5,000 square foot commercial building, with parking and outdoor display, for Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca, proposed to be located on a 2.016± acre parcel proposed to be subdivided from Parcel No. 6.-33-3-2.2, located on Elmira Road (N.Y.S. Rt. 13) approximately 900 feet south of its intersection with Five Mile Drive (N.Y.S.. Rt. 13A), for which Preliminary Subdivision Approval, with conditions, was granted by the Planning Board on March 7, 1989. 2. This is an Unlisted action for -which the Town of Ithaca Planning Board is legislatively determined .to act as Lead Agency for environmental review. 3. The Town Planning Department has recommended that a negative determination of environmental significance be made for this action. THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED: That the Planning Board, acting as Lead Agency for environmental review, make and hereby does make a negative, determination of environmental significance for this action. Aye - Grigorov, Langhans, May, Baker, Kenerson, Lesser, Miller, Smith. Nay - None. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ADOPTED RESOLUTION: Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca Elmira Road, 900 Feet South of Five Mile Drive Site Plan Approval Planning Board, April 4, 1989 MOTION by Mr. Montgomery May, seconded by Mr. Robert Kenerson: WHEREAS: . Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca -20M Elmira Road, 900 Feet South of Five Mile Drive Site Plan Approval Planning Board, April 4, 1989 1. This action is the Consideration of Site Plan Approval for a proposed 5,000 square foot commercial building, with parking and outdoor display, for Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca, proposed to be located on a 2.016± acre parcel proposed to be subdivided from Parcel No. 6-33-3-2.2, located on Elmira Road (N.Y.S. Rt. 13) approximately 900 feet south of its intersection with .Five Mile Drive (N.Y.S.. Rt. 13A), for which Preliminary. Subdivision Approval, with conditions, was granted by the= Planning Board on March 7, 1989. 2. This is an Unlisted action for which the Town of Ithaca Planning Board, acting as Lead Agency for environmental' rev iew, has, on April 4, 1989, made a negative determination of environmental significance. 3. The Planning Board, at ':Public Hearing on April_ 4, 1989, has reviewed the Short Environmental Assessment Form, site plan, and other application submissions. THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED: That the Planning Board grant and hereby does grant approval to the site plan as proposed, with the following conditions: 1. The grant of any necessary .variances by. the Zoning Board of Appeals. 2. Approval of driveway entrance location and design by New York State Department of Transportation. 3. Approval of final landscape plans by Town Planning staff. 4. That there be no additional buildings approved for the site without full consideration of the provision of a second means of access into the site. Aye - Grigorov, Langhans, May, Baker, Ken erson, Miller, Smith. Nay - Lesser. CARRIED. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Nancy M. Fuller, Secretary, Town of Ithaca Planning Board. April 6, 1989. iA 10.4 t4410/1— I OKI IL PROJECT 1.0, NUMBER SHORT 617*21 Appendix C_ _— State Environmental Quality Review ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT For UNLISTED ACTIONS Only PART I—PROJECT INFORMATION (To be completed by ADDiicant or Prolect annnanrl FORM SEOR 1. APPLICANT /SPONSOR Lv I (An Xc'. it l 2. PROJECT NAME �( i C n l Y) nor: , .1. PROJECT LOCATION:. le Q S m / (7� .4dt cow" o 4. PRECISE LOCATION (asset addrasa and road IntWtlWloea, poRkleM landmarks, ate6 or provlda map) c Zo� rACAnC►/`1 3 3' 3-7-4Z� [J 5. IS' PROPOSED ACTION: New ❑ Expansion ❑ Modlflcatlonlalteratlon 8. DESCRIBE PROJECT BRIEFLY: o �.t r :..; .,._ 7. AMOUNT OF LAND FFECTED: Initially acres Ultimately acres 8. WILL PROPOSED ACTION COMPLY WITH EXISTING ZONING OR OTHER EXISTING LAND USE RESTRICTIONS? ❑Yes No If No, describe briefly Z�E'„ i ;\, .,;1� I j (.r+ 1 { . i n!') V, jy•, :� I ai :♦ �% Cii� i �� C.� \yl c�Ct i•Y.a i 1 ' `y` 9. WHAT IS PRESENT LAND USE IN VICINITY OF PROJECT? ❑ Residential ❑ Industrial Commercial ❑ Agriculture ❑ ParWForset/Open space �0 Other Describe: . Xt t J 5V r... co O o IC.� b ' d l% r%j w 1 - 10. DOES ACTION INVOLVE A PERMIT APPROVAL, OR FUNDING, NOW OR ULTIMATELY FROM ANY OTHER GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY (FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL)?nnnn(��{+ Cl Yes No If yes, list agency(s) and permit/approvals / 11. DOES ANY ASPECT OF THE ACTION HAVE A CURRENTLY VAUD PERMIT OR APPROVAL? O YU . No If yea, list agency name and parmwapproral 12. ASA RESULT OF PROPOSED ACTION WILL EXISTING PERMIT/APPROVAL REQUIRE MODIFICATION? O Yea 49NO 1 CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATM PRDNIDED AGM 18 TRUE TO TNN BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE ApPNeanveponeor Air Data: / �G I, It the action Is In the Coastal Area, and you are a state agency, complete the Coastal Assessment Form tllftor+e proceedbig with this assessment OVER 1 T PART 11—ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (To be completed by Agency) A. DOES ACTION EXCEED ANY TYPE I THRESHOLD IN 6 NYCRR, PART 617.12? It yes, coordinate the review process and use the FULL EAF. 13 Yes K]No Action is Unlisted. B. WILL ACTION RECEIVE COORDINATED REVIEW AS PROVIDED FOR UNLISTED ACTIONS IN 6 NYCRR, PART 617.67 At No, a negative declaration may be superseded by another involved agency. Planning Board ; EXYes No Action will receive coordinated review -ar - C. COULD ACTION RESULT IN ANY ADVERSE EFFECTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE FOLLOWING: (Answers may be handwritten, If legible) C1. Existing air quality, surface or groundwater quality or quantity, noise levels, existing traffic patterns, solid waste production or disposal, potential for erosion, drainage or flooding problems? Explain briefly: See attached. See attached. C3. Vegetation or fauns, fish, shellfish or wildlife species, significant habitats, or threatened or endangered species? Explain briefly: See attached. C4.'A community's existing plans or goals as officially adopted, or a. change In use or Intensity of use of land or other natural resources? Explain txiefly See attached. C5. Growth, subsequent development, or related activities likely to be Induced by the proposed action? Explain briefly. See attached. 06. Long term, short term, cumulative, or other effects not Identified In C1,C5? Explain briefly. See attached. C7. Other Impacts (Including changes in use of either quantity or type of energy)? Explain briefly. D. IS THERE, OR IS THERE LIKELY TO BE, CONTROVERSY RELATED TO POTENTIAL ADVERSE ENVIROINMENTAL IMPACTS? ❑ Yes 13No It Yes, explain briefly None expected. PART III—DETf;RMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE (To be completed by Agency) IN8TRUCTION& For each adverse effect Identified above, determine whether It Is substantial, large, Important orotlarwlsa NpMficaM. Each effect should be assessed In connection with Its (e) setting OA,urban or rural; (b) probability of occurring; (c) duration; (d) Irreversibility; (e) geographic scope; and (Q magnitude. If necessary, add attachmatts or reference supporting matertats. Ensure that explanations contain sufficient detail to show that all relevant adverse impacts have been Identified and adequately addressed. 0 Check this box If you have Identified one or more potentially large or significant adverse Impacts which MAY occur. Then proceed directly to the FULL EAF and/or prepare a positive declaration. EX Check this box If you have determined, based on the Information and analysis above and any supporting documentation, that the proposed action WILL NOT result In any slgnif oard adverse ernlronmetrtal linpects AND provide on attachments as necessary, the reasons supporting this determination: Site Plan Approval -- Planning Board; any required variances -- Zoning Board of (HENRy IjeoAl) �L / 2 /pLANN/ti'C7 �3cA,E0 20nl /til 60- 213o A 2 0 EAF PART II: Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca Planning Board, April 4, 1989 Zoning Board of Appeals, April 12, 1989 C1. No significant adverse effects expected. Action is the proposed construction of a 5,000 -square -foot commercial building for firm specializing in sales of swimming pool and spa equipment. No adverse impacts to groundwater quality or quantity are anticipated. Proposed facility will have on-site water and sewage disposal systems. Proposed sewage disposal system will be subject to approval by the Tompkins County Health Department. Traffic expected -to be --generated by•the proposed facility, based on the proposed use, is not expected to -be significant. Although specific trip generation data are not available for such facilities, the daily traffic --volume is not expected to exceed 200 trips per day, or that of a specialty retail center. This additional traffic is considered to be within the capacity of adjacent roads. Approval by the New York State Department of Transportation will be required for.the proposed entrance onto Route 13, C2. Proposed action will result in the loss of 2± acres of actively farmed land,. however, soils on the site are not prime agricultural soils. The reduction in available agricultural land as a result of the proposed action -is not expected to have a significant impact on the quantity of agricultural lands within the Town of Ithaca. C3. None known to exist on site. C4. No significant adverse impacts anticipated. Proposed facility is considered to be a permitted use in a Light Industrial District. Variances. to required minimum yard depths for front and rear yards are in line with others granted. to other commercial operations in the vicinity fo the proposed facility. The proposed facility �is expected to increase the need for the public water and sewer services which are currently under consideration by the Town of Ithaca. A possible future widening of N.Y.S. Rt. 13 (Elmira Road) is not expected to be hindered by the proposed development due to the location of proposed building and parking areas. C5. Some additional development on the site is possible, however, site size limits the scale of any additional development. No significant impacts are anticipated as a result of future on-site expansion. C6. Proposed action represents another incremental expansion of commercial development along the Elmira Road corridor, and further points out the need .for comprehensive evaluation of existing and future land use along the corridor. � 1 EAF PART II: Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca Planning Board, April 4, 1989 Zoning Board of Appeals, April 12, 1989 C1. No significant adverse effects expected. Action is the proposed construction of a 5,000 -square -foot commercial building for firm specializing in sales of swimming pool and spa equipment. No adverse impacts to groundwater quality or quantity are anticipated. Proposed facility will have on-site water and sewage disposal systems. Proposed sewage disposal system will be subject to approval by the Tompkins County Health Department. Traffic expected -to be --generated by•the proposed facility, based on the proposed use, is not expected to -be significant. Although specific trip generation data are not available for such facilities, the daily traffic --volume is not expected to exceed 200 trips per day, or that of a specialty retail center. This additional traffic is considered to be within the capacity of adjacent roads. Approval by the New York State Department of Transportation will be required for.the proposed entrance onto Route 13, C2. Proposed action will result in the loss of 2± acres of actively farmed land,. however, soils on the site are not prime agricultural soils. The reduction in available agricultural land as a result of the proposed action -is not expected to have a significant impact on the quantity of agricultural lands within the Town of Ithaca. C3. None known to exist on site. C4. No significant adverse impacts anticipated. Proposed facility is considered to be a permitted use in a Light Industrial District. Variances. to required minimum yard depths for front and rear yards are in line with others granted. to other commercial operations in the vicinity fo the proposed facility. The proposed facility �is expected to increase the need for the public water and sewer services which are currently under consideration by the Town of Ithaca. A possible future widening of N.Y.S. Rt. 13 (Elmira Road) is not expected to be hindered by the proposed development due to the location of proposed building and parking areas. C5. Some additional development on the site is possible, however, site size limits the scale of any additional development. No significant impacts are anticipated as a result of future on-site expansion. C6. Proposed action represents another incremental expansion of commercial development along the Elmira Road corridor, and further points out the need .for comprehensive evaluation of existing and future land use along the corridor. EAF PART II -- Cannon Recreation & Spa EAF PART III: Determination of Significance -2- A negative determination of environmental significance is recommended for the proposed Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca development because of its relatively small scale and the foregoing analysis of potential impacts. Reviewer: Review Date: GRF/nf George R. Frantz, Assistant Town Planner March 31, 1989 f-� 0 Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca Two -Lot Subdivision -1- Elmira .Road, 900 Feet South of Five Mile Drive Final Subdivision Approval___ Planning Board, March 7, 1989 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ADOPTED RESOLUTION: SEQR Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca Two -Lot Subdivision Elmira Road, 900 Feet South of Five Mile Drive Final Subdivision Approval Planning Board, March 7, 1989 MOTION by Dr. William Lesser, seconded by Mr. Robert Kenerson: WHEREAS: 1. This action is the Consideration -of Subdivision Approval for the proposed subdivision of a 2.016± acre parcel from Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-33-3-2.2, 88.73± acres total, located on Elmira Road (N.Y.S. Rt. 13) approximately' 900 feet south of its intersection with Five Mile Drive (N.Y.S..Rt. 13A). 2. This is an Unlisted action for which the.Planning Board has been legislatively determined to act as Lead Agency for environmental_ review. 3. The Assistant Town Planner has recommended a negative determination of environmental significance for this action: THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED: P That the Planning Board, acting as Lead Agency in the environmental review of this Unlisted action, make and hereby does make a negative determination of environmental significance for this action. Aye - May, Grigorov, Langhans, Kenerson, Lesser, Miller, Smith. Nay - None. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADOPTED RESOLUTION: Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca Two -Lot Subdivision Elmira Road, 900 Feet South of Five Mile Drive Final Subdivision Approval Planning Board, March 7, 1989 MOTION by Mrs. Virginia Langhans, seconded by Mr. Robert Miller: WHEREAS: 1. This action is the Consideration of Subdivision Approval for the proposed subdivision of a 2.016± acre parcel from Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-33-3-2.2, 88.73± acres total, located on Elmira Road (N.Y.S. Rt. 13) approximately 900 feet south of its Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca Elmira Road, 900 Feet South of Five Final Subdivision Approval Planning Board, March 7, 1989 Two -Lot Subdivision Mile Drive intersection with Five Mile Drive (N.Y.S. Rt. 13A). -2- 2. This is an Unlisted action for which the Planning Board, acting as Lead Agency for environmental review, has, on March 7, 1989, made a negative determination of environmental significance. 3. The Planning Board, at Public Hearing on March 7, 1989, has reviewed the proposed plat plan and other application submissions. THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED: 1. That the Planning Board waive and hereby does waive certain 'requirements for Preliminary and -Final Subdivision Approval, having determined from the materials presented that such waiver will result in neither a.significant alteration of the purpose of subdivision control nor the policies enunciated or implied by the Town Board, 2. That the Planning Board grant and hereby does grant. Final Subdivision Approval to the subdivision as proposed, with the following conditions. a. That any future subdivision proposals for the remaining portion of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel. No. 6-33-3-2.2 reflect an overall plan for use of the .parcel, including future access to the interior of the.parbel. b. That any future subdivision of. the remaining portion of said Parcel No. 6-33-3-2.2 include the consideration of the dedication of land for public park and open space purposes pursuant to Article IV, Section 22, of the Town of Ithaca Subdivision Regulations. c. That, before the subdivision map is signed by the Chairman of the Planning Board, there be supplied a written request from the current.owners of the property (Farland and Robert Mancini) specifically requesting the subdivision and agreeing to the conditions set forth in paragraphs a. and b. above. Aye - May, Grigorov, Langhans, Kenerson, Lesser, Miller, Smith. Nay - None. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Nancy Town March M." 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Jr It k : ± ji 1 k _ •; y ).' _ , _r j, L 1 II I i W r .. ............—. AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING AND PUBLICATION I, Jean H. Swartwood, being duly sworn, depose and say that I am the Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York; that the following Notice has been duly posted on the Sign Board of the Town .Clerk of the Town of":Ithaca and that said Notice has been.duly published in the local newspaper, The Ithaca Journal, Notice of Public Hearings to be held by the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, Ithaca, New York on Wednesday, April 12, 1989 commencing at 7.00 p m., as per attached. i. Location of Sign Board used for Posting: Located at front entrance of Town Hall, outside of Front door of Town Hall; outside door of Town Hall Meeting Room. Date of Posting: April 4, 1989 Date of Publication: April 7, 1989 '5 --- STATE OF NEW YORK ), COUNTY OF TOMPKINS ) SS,.: Sworn to and subscribed before me this 10th day of April , 19. 89 The Ithaca Journal Friday, April 7, 1989 s TOWN .OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD. OF APPEALS, NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS, WED:, APRIL 12, 1989 7P.M. By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Ap- peals NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings, will be held by the Zoning: Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, April 120 1989, in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., COM- MENCING AT 7:00 P.M., on the following matters. ADJOURNED APPEAL (from November 30, 1988) of Ivor and Janet Jonson, Appellants, requesting the authorization of the Zoning Board of Ap- peals, under Article XII, Sec- tion 54, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the re- construction of a single story, j single family dwelling at 934B East Shore Drive, Town of Itho- Ica Tax. Parcel No. 6-18-5-9, Residence District R-15. Said Parcel of land is nonconform- ing in size and the dwelling proposed for reconstruction l wos - nornconfc rming in yard. setbacks, however, said dwelling is proposed to be lo- cated within the same foot- print.of .said previously exist- ing legal non -conforming single story, single family; dwelling. Should it be .the' cose`thot the previously exist - ego[ non -conforming i3welling :has 'been abon- doned asmusein the Town of Ithaca for more than one year, the Appellant has entered a request for variance from the :requirements of Article XII, Section 53, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance. APPEAL of The First Ithaca 'Chinese Christian Church, Ap- pellant, Gerold Rau, Agent, requesting Special Approval under Article IV, Section 11, Paragraph 3, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the conversion of an existing residence located at 1462 Slo- terville Road into a place of worship, Town of Ithaca Tax .Parcel.,.NO., 6-58-27.22.3, .Resi-. dence'Di`strict.R-15. The'Towri of Ithaca Planning Board, on .March 21, 1989, recommend- ed that such Special Approval be granted, :subject to certain conditions. APPEAL of David B. Bowlsby, 1 j Appellant, requesting authori '( zation, under Article XII, Sec- tion 54, of the Town of_ Ithaca .. Zoning Ordinance,for the re- llacement, extension", and re- ocation of an existing legal non -conforming building.de- I strayed by fire at 829 Toug- hannock Blvd., Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-25-2-38, Resi- dence District R-15. Said build- ing, prior to its destruction had a south side yard setback of 5I feet and a north side yard set- back of 11 feet, with a front yard setback extending into the highway right of way. The replacement building is pro- posed with a south side The setback of 12 feet and a north side yard setback of between 11 feet and 15 feet, with a front yard setback from the highway right of way line of between 7 feet and 13 feet. APPEAL of Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca, David Ax- enfeld, Agent, Eorlond and Robert Mancini, current land- owners, requesting variance of the requirements of Article VIII, Section 44, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, to permit the construction of a retail store with a front yard setback of ,less than 150 feet and arear yard setback of less than 50 feet. Said retail store is to be located in a Light In- dustrial District on the Elmira Road approximately 900 feet south of its intersection with Five Mile Drive, on a portion, of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel , No. 6-33-3-2:2. '. Said Zoning Board of Appeals will at said time, 7:00 p.m., . and said place, hear all per- . sons in support of such matters or objections thereto. Persons may appear by agent or in person. Andrew S. Frost Building Inspector/ l Zoning Enforcement Officer Town of Ithaca 273-1747. April 7, 1989 i AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAIL. STATE OF NEW YORK )SS.• COUNTY OF TOMPKINS ) Laura A. Predmore, being duly sworn, deposes and says, that (deponent is not a party to the actions, is over 21 years of age land resides at 715 Cliff Street, Ithaca, NY. That the 4th day of April, 1989, deponent served the within Notice upon: Gerald Rau First Ithaca Chinese Church 1304 Ridge Road Lansing, NY 14882: Heinz Biesdorf 702 Hudson St. Ithaca, NY 14850 C.&W.A. Craig & S. DeCambre 124 Pine Tree Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Jerry Davis 112 Pine Tree Road' Ithaca, NY 14850 Isabelle Flight Pine Tree Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Rudolph & Florence Tavelli 120 Pine Tree Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Robert & Virginia Powers 1458 Slaterville Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Bion & Edith Carpenter 1467 Slaterville Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Daniel & Cheryl Parker 1471 Slaterville Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Ruperto & Ruchira Mendiones 1452 Slaterville Road' Ithaca, NY 14850 David Axenfeld 4464 West Road Cortland, NY 13045 T&M Convenience.of Ithaca 82 Curry Road Box 323 Trumansburg, NY 14886 Iacovelli Bros.' Construction 167 Kendall Avenue Ithaca, NY 14850 Estate of Paul Zwerman c/o Belcor.210 W..Green St. P.O. Box 6.662 Ithaca, NY 14851 Bijan K. Basak Box 47, RD#1 Coudersport,_ PA .16915 David & Beth Badner 110 P.i ne Tree Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Charlotte Heth 114 Pine Tree Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Bruce and Martha Turnbull 118 Pine Tree Road Ithaca, NY 14850 David & Aletta Ludington 1456 Slaterville.Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Robert & Kay Marion 1463 Slaterville Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Jam es.Burke 1469 Slaterville Road Ithaca, NY 14850 P. Scott Anderson 421 Nelson Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Margaret Wilder 411 Mitchell Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Yunis Realty 214 E. Church Street Elmira, NY 14901 Richard & Sally Anderson 246 Iradell Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Iacovelli Bros. Contracting 610 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 :, Sal Aug Corp. 630 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Fingerlakes Management Box 400 Ithaca, NY 14851 I N.W.L. Realty Corp. 658 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Allen Becker 661 Five Mile Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Robert & Mary.Swansbrough 605 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 R.S. Beardsley 631 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 ' !R. Curtis & JewellIGray 659 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Ivar & Janet Jonson 934 East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 j Donald Weir i 123 Carman Street_ Patchogue, NY 11772 Shirley Valenza .938 East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Doreen Schriner I 940A East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 1 Barbara Box:74 Tully, • •FTS' NY 13159 John Williams 929 East Shore Dri Ithaca, NY 14850 John &.Cora Sepos 940B East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Muriel Trapp 920 East Shore Dri Ithaca, NY 14850 -2- Internat'1 Assn. 638 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Nayana, Inc. 654 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 of Machinists Earland & Robert Mancini 608 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Leo & Lillie Teeter c/o Reynold's Variety 222 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY- 14850 Paul Rubin 623 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 McGuire'Gardens 635 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Roger Sovocool, Esq. Savings Bank Building - The C Ithaca, NY 14850 Richard & Agnes Turk 918 East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Diane Griffeth-Thompson 940 East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Floyd & Kari Covert 926 East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Esther O'Neill 214 E. Falls Street Ithaca., NY 14850 Leona'Miller 923 East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY' 14850 Om Gupta 940 East.Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 i j -2- Internat'1 Assn. 638 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Nayana, Inc. 654 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 of Machinists Earland & Robert Mancini 608 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Leo & Lillie Teeter c/o Reynold's Variety 222 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY- 14850 Paul Rubin 623 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 McGuire'Gardens 635 Elmira Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Roger Sovocool, Esq. Savings Bank Building - The C Ithaca, NY 14850 Richard & Agnes Turk 918 East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Diane Griffeth-Thompson 940 East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Floyd & Kari Covert 926 East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Esther O'Neill 214 E. Falls Street Ithaca., NY 14850 Leona'Miller 923 East Shore Drive Ithaca, NY' 14850 Om Gupta 940 East.Shore Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 S' Id S' I .3 - David & Ann Bowlsby 262 Pennsylvania Avenue Ithaca, NY 14850 Jane Janner 819 Taughannock Boulevard Ithaca, NY 14850 Robert Terry 835 Taughannock Boulevard Ithaca, NY 14850 Richard & Betty Jane Berggren 119 Williams Glen Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Michael & JoAnne Goodfriend 1105 Trumansburg Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Kandace Smith 1111 Trumansburg Road Ithaca, NY 14850 R.J. Herskowitz & C.J. Chamber - 6 Hillcrest Drive Hartz Ithaca, NY 14850 David & Margaret Gilbert 10 Hillcrest Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Helen Slepetis 15 Hillcrest Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Achilles Filios 1125 Trumansburg Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Henrietta Rottmann 1117 Trumansburg Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Eric Datz, Building Commissioner City of Ithaca 108 E. Green Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Frank Liguori, P.E. Commissioner of Planning Biggs Center Building A 301 Dates Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Charles & Sharon Eckert 825 Taughannock Boulevard Ithaca, NY 14850 Dana Scott Potenza 831 Taughannock Boulevard Ithaca, NY 14850 C. Henderson & B. Bassette 839 Taughannock Boulevard Ithaca, NY 14850 C. Albro & B.A. Dawson 165 Williams Glen Road Ithaca., NY 14850 Charles&.Phyllis Hurlbut 175 Williams Glen Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Doria Higgins 2 Hillcrest Drive Ithaca, NY. 14850 Om Gupta 112 Grandview Court Ithaca, NY 14850 Nellie Fisher c/o J. Gardner P.Q. Box 687 Ithaca, NY 14851 Lowell & Celia.Bolyard 13 Hillcrest Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 James & Patricia Morris. 1121 Trumansburg Road Ithaca, NY 14850 William Avery &Janis Brown 1115 Trumansburg Road Ithaca, NY- 14850 Callista Paolangeli, Clerk City of Ithaca 108 E. Green Street Ithaca,, NY 14850 Fred Grout, Resident Engineer NYS Dept. of Transportation Region 3 - Third St. Ext. Ithaca, NY 14850 By depositing same enclosed in a postpaid addressed wrapper, in a post office under the exclusive care and custody of the United States Post�Office Department within the State of New York. Sworn to before me this 1.Oth---4ay of April,. 1989. Public -0(ca-tlt-a_ CK Laura.A. Predmore JEAN H. SWARTWOOD Notary Pubfk •State of New York QuefBied InTor pkine County Reg.#4702044 My Conmbalon EEcp' Feb. 28919 YQ TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12, 1989 7:00 P.M. By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, April 12, 1989, in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M., on the following matters. ADJOURNED APPEAL (from November 30, 1988) of Ivar and Janet Jonson, Appellants, requesting the authorization of the Zoning Board of Appeals, under Article XII, Section -54, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the reconstruction of a single story, single family dwelling at 934B East Shore Drive, Town. of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-18-5-9, Residence District R-15. Said Parcel of land is non -conforming in size and the dwelling proposed for r.e.construction was non -conforming in yard setbacks, however, said dwelling is proposed to be located within the same footprint of said previously existing legal non -conforming single story, single family dwelling. Should it be the case that the previously existing legal non -conforming dwelling has been abandoned as a use in the Town of Ithaca for more than one year, the Appellant has entered a request for variance from the requirements of Article XII, Section 53, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance. APPEAL of The First Ithaca Chinese Christian Church, Appellant, Gerald Rau, Agent, requesting Special 'Approval under Article IV, Section 11, Paragraph 3, of the Town of Ithaca.Zo,ning. Ordinance, for the conversion of an existing residence located _at 1462 Slaterville Road into a place of worship, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-58-2-22.3, Residence District R-15. The Town of Ithaca Planning Board, on March -211 1989, recommended that such Special Approval be granted, subject to certain conditions. APPEAL of David B. Bowlsby, Appellant, requesting authorization, under Article XII, Section 54, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the replacement, extension,. and relocation of an existing legal non -conforming building destroyed by fire at 829 Taughannock Blvd., Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel 'No. 6-25-2-38., . Residence District R-15. Said bui'_ding, prior to its destruction, had a south side yard setback of 5 feet and a north side yard setback of 11 feet, with a front yard setback extending into the .highway right of way. The replacement building is proposed with a south side yard setback of 12 feet and a north side yard setback of between 11 feet and 15 feet, with -a' front yard setback from the highway right.of way line-of,between 7 feet and 13 feet. APPEAL of Cannon Recreation and Spa of,Ithaca, David Axenfeld, Agent, Earland and Robert Mancini, current landowners, requesting variance of the + requirements of Article VIII, Section 44, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, to permit the construction of a retail.store with a front yard setback of less than 150 feet,and a rear yard. setback .of less than 50 feet. Said retail store is to.be located in a Light Industrial District on the Elmira Road approximately 900 feet south of its intersection with Five Mile Drive, on a portion of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-33-3-2.2. Said Zoning Board of place, hezir all persons in Persons may appear by agent Dated: April 4, 1989 Publish: April 7, 1989 Appeals will at said.time, support of such matters or or in person. Andrew S. Frost Building :Town of 273-1747 7: 00 p.m. , , and said objections thereto. Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer Ithaca TOWN OF I'THACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12, 1989 7:00 P.M. By direction of the Chairman of the; Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, April 12, 1989, in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M., on the following matters. i ADJOURNED APPEAL (from November 30, 1988) of Ivar and Janet Jonson, Appellants, requesting the authorization of the Zoning Board of Appeals, under Article XII, Section 54, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the reconstruction of a. single story, single family dwelling at 934B East Shore Drive, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-18-5-9, Residence District R-15. Said Parcel of land is non -conforming in size and the dwelling proposed for reconstruction was non -conforming in yard setbacks, however, said dwelling. is proposed to be located within the same jfootprint of said previously existing legal non -conforming single story, single family dwelling. Should it be the .case that the previously existing legal non -conforming dwelling has been abandoned as a use in the Town of. Ithaca for more than one year, the Appellant has entered a request for variance from the requirements of Article XII, Section 53, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance. APPEAL of The First Ithaca Chinese'Christian Church, Appellant, Gerald Rau, ,Agent, requesting Special Approval under Article IV, Section 11, Paragraph 3, of the Town of Ithaca. Zoning Ordinance, for the conversion of an existing residence located at 1462 Slaterville Road into a place of worship, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-58-2-22.3, Residence District R-15, The Town of Ithaca Planning Board, on March 21, 1989, recommended that such Special Approval be granted, subject to certain conditions. I APPEAL of David B. Bowlsby, Appellant, requesting authorization, under Article XII, Section 54, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the Greplacement, extension, and relocation. of an existing legal non -conforming building Idestroyed .by fire at 829 Taughannock Blvd., Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel 'No. 6-25-2-38, Residence District R-15. Said building, prior to its destruction, had a south side yard setback of 5 Meet and a north side yard setback of 11 feet, with a front yard setback extending into the highway4r'ight of way. The replacement building is proposed with a south side yard setback of 12 feet and a north side yard setback of between 11 feet and 15 feet, with a front yard setback from !the highway right of way line of between 7 feet and 13 feet. APPEAL of Cannon Recreation and Spa of Ithaca,. David Axenfeld, Agent, Earland land Robert Mancini, current landowners, Erequirements of Article VIII, Section 44, Ordinance, to permit the .construction'of a 'setback of less than 150 feet and a rear feet. Said retail store is to be located ,on the Elmira Road approximately•900 feet 'Five Mile Drive, on la portion of Tow !6-33-3-2.2 • f Said Zoning Board of place, hear all persons in Persons may appear;by agent Dated: I Publish: April 4, 1989 April 7, 1989 ,ppeals will support of ir in person, requesting variance of the of the Town of Ithaca Zoning retail store with a front yard yard-- setback of less than 50 in a Light Industrial District south of itsintersection with a of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. at said time, such matters or Andrew S. Frost 7:00 p.m., objections and said thereto. Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer Town of.Ithaca 273-1.747 Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of October 10, 1990 Appeals The next Appeal on the Agenda was the following. 5 APPEAL OF CORNELL UNIVERSITY, APPELLANT, JOSEPH M. LALLEY, AGENT, REQUESTING A MODIFICATION OF THE SPECIAL APPROVAL GRANTED BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS ON JULY 30, 198549 FOR THE CORNELL UNIVERSITY MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE OPERATIONS GARAGE. THE REQUESTED MODIFICATION IS THE INSTALLATION OF ABOVE -GROUND FUEL STORAGE TANKS WITHIN THE AREA OF THE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE OPERATIONS GARAGE LOCATED OFF NYS ROUTE 366 ON CORNELL UNIVERSITY'S PALM ROAD, TOWN OF ITHACA TAX PARCEL NO. 6-64-1-2, RESIDENCE DISTRICT R-30. THE MODIFICATION OF THE SPECIAL APPROVAL IS REQUESTED UNDER ARTICLE V, SECTION 18, OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING ORDINANCE. Mr. Joseph Lalley explained to the to install two fuel tanks: one 4,000 gallons in an above -ground installation in the area between the Maintenance (M&SO) garage and the salt grit storage also intend to provide some drainage with in with some other drainage work that another project in the Orchards. Board that they propose gallons and one 10,000 with a containment dike and Service Operations building. He said they an oil separator to tie is going in as part of Mr. Lalley stated that the use is consistent with their other activities in that area even though it is zoned residential. Mr. Larry Fabbroni pointed to a map and explained the location of the proposed tanks to the Board. Mr. Lalley stated that the fueling is done at two places on Campus at the present time; one is the State Fleet Garage and that is limited to State vehicles and the other facility is the CU Transit Garage. The tanks at that installation are approaching 20 years of age. He said that if approval of this installation is given, the gasoline storage at the Bus Garage will be converted to diesel to get more than the 2 1/2 days supply than they have now for the CU transit operation. Mr. Lalley further stated that the 10,000 gallon tank will be for unleaded gasoline and the 4,000 gallon diesel will be for the Grounds tractors that will be located in that vicinity with their new facility. They are planning to install a stage 1 vapor recovery system on both tanks that will essentially vent the fumes during the filling operation. Acting Chairman Austen asked if these tanks will be visible from the highway. Town of Ithaca. Zoning Board of Appeals October 10, 1990 Mr. Fabbroni responded that the 10,000 gallon tank will be 8 feet tall. The tank will be on a dike; the maximum total height will be 12 feet. He does not think it will be visible from the highway. He said the tank will be painted white with a catwalk around it for maintenance. Acting Chairman Austen opened the public hearing. No one appeared to address the Board. Acting Chairman Austen closed the public hearing. Acting Chairman Austen read from Part II and Part III of the Environmental Assessment Form which was signed by Asst. Town Planner George Frantz, and is attached hereto as Exhibit #9. Mr. King stated that he thinks that it is significant that the proposed containment is a plus for the environmental control and is actually an improvement over the underground storage that has previously been approved. Environmental Assessment By Mr. Edward King; seconded by Mr. Robert Hines: RESOLVED, that, in the matter of the Appeal of Cornell University requesting a modification of the Special Approval granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals on July 30, 1985, for the Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations Garage, under Article V, Section 18, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the installation of above -ground fuel storage tanks within the area of the, Maintenance and Service Operations Garage located off NYS 366 on Cornell University's Palm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64- 1-2, Residence District R-30, the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals make and hereby does make a negative declaration of environmental significance. The voting on the motion was as follows: Ayes - King, Hines, Reuning, Austen. Nays - None. The motion was carried unanimously. Acting Chairman Austen read from the adopted Planning Board resolution of September 18, 1990 which is attached hereto as Exhibit #10. Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals October 10, 1990 MOTION By Mrs. Joan Reuning; seconded by Mr. Edward King: 7 RESOLVED, that the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals modify, and hereby does modify the Special Approval for the installation of above -ground fuel storage tanks within the area of the Maintenance and Service operations Garage located off NYS 366 on Cornell University's Palm Road, with the following findings and condition. 1. That there be approval of the final site construction plan details by the Town Engineer. 2. That the proposal is in compliance with Section 77.7, subdivisions a -f of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance. 3. No one appeared before the Board in opposition to the proposal. The voting on the motion was as follows. Ayes - Reuning, King, Austen, Hines. Nays - None. The motion was carried unanimously. The next two Appeals on the Agenda were following. APPEAL OF ITHACA COLLEGE, APPELLANT, TROWBRIDGE ASSOCIATES, AGENT, REQUESTING THE SPECIAL APPROVAL OF THEBOARD OF APPEALS, UNDER ARTICLE IV, SECTION 11, OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING ORDINANCE, FOR THE PROPOSED RELOCATION OF A PORTION OF THE EXISTING ITHACA COLLEGE MAIN CAMPUS ROAD AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW AUTOMOBILE PARKING. LOT. ITHACA COLLEGE IS LOCATED AT 953 DANBY ROAD, TOWN OF ITHACA TAX PARCEL NO. 6-41-1- 30.2, RESIDENCE DISTRICT R-15. APPEAL OF ITHACA COLLEGE, APPELLANT, HOLT ARCHITECTS, AGENT, REQUESTING THE SPECIAL APPROVAL OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS, UNDER ARTICLE IV, SECTION 11, OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING. ORDINANCE, FOR THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW ACADEMIC SCIENCE BUILDING TO BE LOCATED ON THE ITHACA COLLEGE CAMPUS NORTH OF WILLIAMS HALL, TOWN OF ITHACA TAX PARCEL NO. 6-41-1-30.2, RESIDENCE DISTRICT R-15. IN ADDITION, A VARIANCE FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF ARTICLE IV, SECTION 11, PARAGRAPH 10, OF SAID ORDINANCE IS REQUESTED, TO PERMIT A BUILDING HEIGHT OF 60 FEET, 126 East Seneca Street Ithaca, NewRYork 14850 (607) 273-1747 to the i9metj I� CASH CHECK - �2 J73d 6 ZONING: _ G For Office Use Only Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer of the Town of Ithaca, New York Having been informed that authorization is required to: �(OCqK7 Aeoak"CROC.) r4 FOCI, 'Tr, *AS e'113o00 GA040w) 6114) 70 SOPPOR?' IYSO GAk4(3f Ai)A47m /.)i7-& at No. M shown P3� of Ithaca Tax Parcel C•h1 the accompanying application and/or plans or other supporting documents. The Special Approval authoriza- tion is requested pursuant to: Article (s) V , Section (s) 18 s xo 4 of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, the UNDERSIGNED respectfully submits this request for Special Approval authorization. (Additional sheets may attached as necessary.) By filing this application, I grant permission for members of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals or staff to enter my property to inspect in connection with my applica- tion. Signature of Owner/Appellant:.,. PjasL,�Date: r1& I.F. Signature of Appellant/Agent: Date: Home Telephone Number: Work Telephone Number: 617.21 SEOR Appendix A State Environmental Ouality Review FULL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM V Purpose: The full EAF is designed to help applicants and agencies determine, in an orderly manner, whether a project or action may be significant. The question of whether an action may be significant is not always easy to answer. Frequent- ly, there are aspects of a project that are subjective or unmeasureable. It is also understood that those who determine significance may have little or no formal knowledge of the environment or may be technically expert in environmental analysis. In addition, many who have knowledge in one particular area may not be aware of the broader concerns affecting the question of significance. The full EAF is intended to provide a method whereby applicants and agencies can be assured that the determination process has been orderly, comprehensive in nature, yet flexible to allow introduction of information to fit a projector action. Full EAF Components: The full EAF is comprised of three parts: Part 1: Provides objective data and information about a given project and its site. By identifying basic project data, it assists a reviewer in the analysis that takes place in Parts 2 and 3. Part 2: Focuses on identifying the range of possible impacts that may occur from a project or action. It provides guidance as to whether an impact is likely to be considered small to moderate or whether.it is a potentially - large impact. The form also identifies whether an impact can be mitigated or reduced. Part 3: If any impact in Part 2 is identified as potentially -large, then Part 3 is used to evaluate whether or not the impact is actually important. DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE—Type 1 and Unlisted Actions Identify the Portions of EAF completed for this project: Part 1 Part 2 ❑Part 3 Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF (Parts 1 and 2 and 3 if appropriate), and any other supporting information, and considering both the magitude and importance of each impact, it is reasonably determined by the lead agency that: ❑ A. The project will not result in any large and important impact(s) and, therefore, is one which will not have a significant impact on the environment, therefore a negative declaration will be prepared. ❑ B. Although the project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect for this Unlisted Action because the mitigation measures described in PART 3 have been required, therefore a CONDITIONED negative declaration will be prepared.' ❑ C. The project may resuft in one or more large and important impacts that may have a significant impact on the environment, therefore a positive declaration will be prepared. ' K Conditioned Negative Declaration is only valid for Unlisted Actions PEcrAi A rJ1> Ro IIAL u FUi.EL :51094&E ' aAKD Name of Action T`oaJna ®F ITHItiCa4 z0�//rt/e �o/ltfZD of �1i�PF.,I��.S Name of Lead Agency Print a Name of Responsibl Offic in Lead Agency Title of Responsib .: Officer Signature of Responsi a Officer in Lead Agency SignatureIIII` Preparer (lf diffel9t from responsible officer) 1990 Date 1 PART 1—PROJECT INFORMATION Prepared by Project Sponsor 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, Pai4ts A through E. Answers to these questions will,be considered as part of the application for approval and may be subject to further verification and public review. Provide any additional information you believe will be needed to complete Parts 2 and 3. It is expected that completion of the full EAF will be dependent on information currently available and will not involve new studies, research or investigation. If information requiring such additional work is unavailable, so indicate and specify each instance. NAME OF ACTION sir SD LOCATION OF ACTION (Include Street Address, Municipality and County) /FOTO FvK2/4 f% AF R6 NAME OF APPLICANTISPONSOR 00 111a C BUSINESS TELEPHONE ADDRESS h V NXWOr U- l/rS /a CITY/PO 2. 114M NY STATE J1Y ZIP CODE -37Q NAME OF OWNER (If different) BUSINESS TELEPHONE l ) I ADDRESS CITY/PO STATE ZIP CODE DESCRIPTION OF ACTION coNs7koc-rtcw ©r lcokK 15MN6 6X,gCC1)7,CiVr OF Oi�,< 9TCRA � � — /�S ��pf�S' , OAlrk0 % V UlM� JWCOOkW � C %� �' �S fi��`!O F' N , TocVk O.( &NA10 BoApD X/303 /98.� Please Complete Each Question— Indicate N.A. if not applicable A. Site Description Physical setting of overall project, both developed and undeveloped areas. 1. Present land use: OUrban �Industrial OCommercial OResidential (suburban) ❑Forest ❑Agriculture . ❑Other 2. Total acreage of project area: acres. APPROXIMATE ACREAGE i Meadow or Brushland (Non-agricultural) Forested Agricultural (Includes orchards, cropland, pasture, etc.) Wetland (Freshwater or tidal as per Articles 24, 25 of ECL) Water Surface Area Unvegetated (Rock, earth or fill) Roads, buildings and other paved surfaces Other (Indicate type) 3. What is predominant soil type(s) on project site? els 00 a. Soil drainage: ❑Well drained %O % of site ❑Poorly drained % of site PRESENTLY 0 acres ❑Rural (non-farm) AFTE3 COMPLETION acres 0 acres d acres C9acres acres O acres o acres acres • acres acres ® acres o acres acres d acres acres OModerately well drained % of site b. If any agricultural land is involved, how many acres of soil are classified within soil group 1 through 4 of the NYS Land Classification System? acres. (See 1 NYCRR 370). 4. Are there bedrock outcroppings on project site? OYes �No a. What is depth to bedrock? ::> "o J, (in feet) 2 5. -Approximate percentage of proposed project site with slopes: 00-10% /C' (5 % 010-15% % 015% or greater % 6. Is project substantially contiguous to, or contain a building, site, or district, listed on the State or the National Registers of Historic Places? OYes XNo R 7. Is project substantially contiguous to a site listed on the Register of National Natural Landmarks? OYes ZNo 8. What is the depth of the water table? �5 ` 7 (in feet) 9. Is site located over a primary, principal, or sole source aquifer? OYes XNo 10. Do hunting, fishing or shell fishing opportunities presently exist in the project area? OYes 'ZNo 11. Does project site contain any species of plant or animal life that is identified as threatened or endangered? OYes VNo According to Identify each species 12. Are there any unique or unusual land forms on the project site? (i.e., cliffs, dunes, other geological formations) OYes YfNo Describe 13. Is the project site presently used by the community or neighborhood as an open space or recreation area? Oyes XNo If yes, explain 14. Does the present site include scenic views known to be important to the community? OYes XNo 15. Streams within or contiguous to project area: a. Name of Stream and name of River to which it is tributary 09SCA0140< l 16. Lakes, ponds, wetland areas within or contiguous to project area: a. Name b. Size (In acres) 17. Is the site served by existing public utilities? yes ONo a) If Yes, does sufficient capacity exist to allow connection? Oyes ONo ,0/%r b) If Yes, will improvements be necessary to allow connection? OYes ONo 1/1i4' 18. Is the site located in an agricultural district certified pursuant to Agriculture and Markets Law, Article 25 -AA, Section 303 and 304? Oyes )�No 19. Is the site located in or substantially contiguous to a Critical Environmental Area designated pursuant to Article 8 of the ECL, and 6 NYCRR 617? OYes ZNo 20. Has the site ever been use.d for the disposal of solid or hazardous wastes? OYes **XNo 1 B. Project Description 1. Physical dimensions and scale of project (fill in dimensions as appropriate) a. Total contiguous acreage owned or controlled by project sponsor //00 5-74 acres. b. Project acreage to be developed: 0.,�` acres initially; 4- 3� acres ultimately. c. Project acreage to remain undeveloped acres. d. Length of project, in miles: (If appropriate) e. If the project is an expansion, indicate percent of expansion proposed f. Number of off-street parking spaces existing O proposed 0 g. Maximum vehicular trips generated per hour /0 (upon completion of project)? h. If residential': Number and type of housing units: One Family Two Family Multiple Family Condominium Initially Ultimately i. Dimensions (in feet) of largest proposed structure height; ZZ width; length. j, linear feet of frontage along a public thoroughfare project will occupy is? ft. 3 �• I Iv V% .11u..66 t..C., IVln, Calkli, cll../ W111 Ue 11CIIIUYJ:U IIUI1, me s1Ie1 O 1UI1,#ICuu1C yaros . Will disturbed areas be reclaimed? Yes ONo ON/A a. If yes, -for what intend purpose is the site being reclaimed? X� 1YOVsC41r411i1r 19tomG b. Will topsoil be stockpiled for reclamation? OYes INNo c. Will upper subsoil be stockpiled for reclamati&n? OYes kN0 4. How many acres of vegetation (trees, shrubs, ground covers) will be removed from site? 0 acres. 5. Will any mature forest (over 100 years old) or other locally -important vegetation be removed by this project? OYes KNo 6. If single phase project: Anticipated period of construction months, (including demolition). 7. If multi -phased: a. Total number of phases anticipated (number). b. Anticipated date of commencement phase 1 month year, (including demolition). c. Approximate completion date of .final phase month year. d. Is phase 1 functionally dependent on subsequent phases? OYes ONo 8. Will blasting occur during construction? Oyes '�No 9. Number of jobs generated: during construction after project is complete d 10. Number of jobs eliminated by this project 11. Will project require relocation of any projects or facilities? OYes )No If yes, explain 12 13 Is surface liquid waste, disposal involved? OYes '%No a. If yes, indicate type of waste (sewage, industrial, etc.) and amount _ b. Name of water body into which effluent will be discharged Is subsurface liquid waste disposal involved? OYes *o Type 11 14. Will surface area of an existing water body increase or decrease by proposal? OYes fVo Explain 15. Is project or any portion of project located in a 100 year flood plain? OYes NXN0 16. Will the project generate solid waste? Oyes ;(No a. If yes, what is the amount per month 0 tons b. If yes, will an existing solid waste facility be used? OYes ONo c. If yes, give name location d. Will any wastes not go into a sewage disposal system or into a sanitary landfill? OYes ONo e. If Yes, explain 17. Will the project involve the disposal of solid waste? OYes )9No a. If yes, what is the anticipated rate of disposal? d tons/month. b. If yes, what is the anticipated site life? years. 18. Will project use herbicides or pesticides? OYes 'ONo 19. Will project routinely produce odors (more than one hour per day)? OYes "VNo 20. Will project produce operating noise exceeding the local ambient noise levels? OYes 9No 21. Will project result in an increase in energy use? NV'es ONo If yes indicate type(s) 6W.SolClIyE' 6f cT094 Rk"XU097101V (WOM rVc/A/7ff5 kXiS %4 22 23. If water supply is from wells, indicate pumping capacity Total anticipated water usage per day © gallons/day. 24. Does project involve Local, State or Federal funding? If Yes, exp:ain 0 gallons/minute. OYes '$No U 25. Approvals Required: City, Town, Village Board City. Town. Village Planning Board City, Town Z9nInQ Board City, County Health Department Other Local Agencies Other Regional Agencies State Agencies OYes ON& J9Yes ONo SlYes ONo ❑Yes C3 No ❑Yes ONo OYes ONo OYes ONo Federal Agencies []Yes ONo Type 6/Iq'7`c 04 IMMOU114 Submittal Date C. Zoning and Planning Information 1. Does proposed action involve a planning or zoning decision? Ryes ONo If Yes, indicate decision required: Ozoning amendment ❑zoning variance );ispecial use permit ❑subdivision 'Osite plan Onew/revision of master plan Oresource management plan Oother E)!E I<r/ % /9c% -i9 ouU 2. What is the zoning classification(s)of the site? &go =r0necc 4: b6Lc OrfCoio smilcr 3. What is the maximum potential development of the site if developed as permitted'by the present zoning? 4. What is the proposed zoning of the site? k—'yr) 5. What is the maximum potential development of the site if developed as permitted by the proposed zoning? 6. Is the proposed action consistent with the recommended uses in adopted local land use plans? Byes ONo 7. What are the predominant land use(s) and zoning classifications within a '/• mile radius of proposed action? 8. Is the proposed action compatible with adjoining/surrounding land uses within a '/4 mile? ayes ONo 9. Ifsthe proposed action is the subdivision of land, how many lots are proposed? a. What is the minimum lot size proposed? 10. Will proposed action require any authorization(s) for the. formation of sewer or water districts? OYes >No 11. Will the proposed action create a demand for any community provided services (recreation, education, police, fire protection)? OYes )KINo a. If yes, is existing capacity sufficient to handle projected demand? OYes ONo 12. Will the proposed action result in the generation of traffic significantly above present levels? OYes )ZNo a. If yes, is the existing road network adequate to handle the additional traffic? OYes ONo SBC FUCK06 IWC s,F'4t✓rC'CA e;j -- Gni gof ¢"l�bUTi.Y6,v jv 1,�Jf� �iV /5'fP i4 acs ro C� D. Informational Details '� '�`AG7�c .vr 7�6 sr7 Attach any additional information as may be needed to clarify your project. If there are or may be any adverse impacts associated with your proposal, please discuss such impacts and the measures which you propose to mitigate or avoid them. E. Verification I certify that the informati Applicant/Sponsor Name Signature the best of my knowledge. Date If the action is in the Coastal Area, and you are a state agency, complete the Coastal Assessment Form before proceeding with this assessment. 5 ' Part 2—PROJECT IMPACTS AND THEIR MAGNITUDE '. Responsibility of Lead Agency General Information (Read Carefully) • In completing the form the reviewer should be guided by the question: Have my responses and determinations been reasonable? The reviewer is not expected to be an expert environmental analyst. • Identifying that an impact will be potentially large (column 2) does not mean that it is also necessarily significant. Any large impact must be evaluated in PART 3 to determine significance. Identifying an impact in column 2 simply asks that it be looked at further. • The Examples provided are to assist the reviewer by showing types of impacts and wherever possible the threshold of magnitude that would trigger a response in column 2. The examples are generally applicable throughout the State and for most situations. But, for any specific project or site other examples and/or lower thresholds may be appropriate for a Potential Large Impact response, thus requiring evaluation in Part 3. • The impacts of each project, on each site, in each locality, will vary. Therefore, the examples are illustrative and have been offered as guidance. They do not constitute an exhaustive list of impacts and thresholds to answer each question. • The number of examples per question does not indicate the importance of each question. • In identifying impacts, consider long term, short term and cumlative effects. Instructions (Read carefully) a. Answer each of the 19 questions in PART 2, Answer Yes if there will be any impact. b. Maybe answers should be considered as Yes answers. c. If answering Yes to a question then check the appropriate box (column 1 or 2) to indicate the potential size of the impact. If impact threshold equals or exceeds any example provided, check column 2. If impact will occur but threshold is lower than example, check column 1. d. If reviewer has doubt about size of the impact then consider the impact as potentially large and proceed to PART 3. e. If a potentially large impact checked in column 2 can bemitigated.. by change(s) in the project to a small to moderate impact, also check the Yes box in column 3. A No response indicates that such a reduction is not possible. This must be explained in Part 3. IMPACT ON LAND 1. Will the proposed action result in a physical change to the project site? ' ONO ®YES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Any construction on slopes of 15% or greater, (15 foot rise per 100 foot of length), or where the general slopes in the project area exceed 10%. • Construction on land where the depth to the water table is less than 3 feet. • Construction of paved parking area for 1,000 or more vehicles. • Construction on land where bedrock is exposed or generally within 3 feet of existing ground surface. • Construction that will continue for more than 1 year or involve more than one phase or stage. • Excavation for mining purposes that would remove more than 1,000 tons of natural material (i.e., rock or soil) per year. • Construction or expansion of a sanitary landfill. • Construction in a designated floodway. • Other impacts 2. Will there be an effect v....iy unique or unusual land forms found on the site? (i.e., cliffs, dunes, geological formations, etc.)®NO OYES • Specific land forms: 6 1 Small to Moderate Impact 2 Potential Large Impact 3 Can Impact Be Mitigated By Project Change ❑ .._❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No 0 ❑ Oyes ❑No ❑ ❑ Oyes ❑No ❑ 0 ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ Cl Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No S. IMPACT ON WATER 3. Will proposed action affect any water body designated as protected? ❑ (Under Articles 15, 24,25 of the Environmental Conservation law, ECL) ❑Yes ❑No ENO OYES • Examples that would apply to column 2 • Developable area of site contains a protected water body. • Dredging more than 100 cubic yards of material from channel of a • protected stream. • Extension of utility distribution facilities through a protected water body. • Construction in a designated freshwater or tidal wetland. • Other impacts: • Proposed Action will adversely affect groundwater. • Liquid effluent will be conveyed off the site to facilities which presently .4. Will proposed action affect any non -protected existing or new body • of water? ONO OYES El Yes ❑No Examples that would apply to column 2 • A 10% increase or decrease in the surface area of any body of water ' or more than a 10 acre increase or decrease: • Construction of a body of water that exceeds 10 acres of surface area. • Other impacts: S. Will Proposed Action affect surface or groundwater 3 Can Impact Be Mitigated By Project Change quality or quantity? ONO EYES ❑ Examples that would apply to column 2 ❑Yes ❑No • Proposed Action will require a discharge permit. • Proposed Action requires use of a source of water that does not ❑ have approval to serve proposed (project) action. • Proposed Action requires water supply from wells with greater than 45 ❑ gallons per minute pumping capacity. • Construction or operation causing any contamination of a water :.. ❑ supply system. • Proposed Action will adversely affect groundwater. • Liquid effluent will be conveyed off the site to facilities which presently ❑Yes ❑No do not exist or have inadequate capacity. • Proposed Action would use water in excess of 20,000 gallons per El Yes ❑No day. • Proposed Action will likely cause siltation or other discharge into an ' existing body of water to the extent that there will be an obvious visual ❑ contrast to natural conditions. • Proposed Action will require the storage of petroleum or chemical ' products greater than 1,100 gallons. • Proposed Action will allow residential uses in areas without water ❑ and/or sewer services. • Proposed Action locates commercial and/or industrial uses which may ❑ require new or expansion of existing waste treatment and/or storage ❑Yes ❑No facilities. • Other impacts: -6. Will proposed action alter drainage flow or patterns, or surface water runoff? ONO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action would change flood water flows. 7 1 Small to Moderate Impact 2 Potential Large Impact 3 Can Impact Be Mitigated By Project Change ❑ ❑ --- ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ El Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ []Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ Cl ❑Yes C3 No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ 0 ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ❑ 1 ❑Yes ®No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes. ❑No ❑ ❑ []Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ Dyes ❑No • Proposed Action may cause substantial erosion. • Proposed Action is incompatible with existing drainage patterns. • Proposed Action will allow development in a designated floodway. • Other impacts. IMPACT ON AIR 7. Will proposed action affect air quality? ONO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 . • Proposed Action will induce 1,000 or more vehicle trips in any given hour. • Proposed Action will result in the incineration of more than 1 ton of refuse per hour. • Emission rate of total contaminants will exceed 5 lbs. per hour or a heat source producing more than 10 million BTU's per hour. • Proposed action will allow an increase in the amount of land committed to industrial use. • Proposed action will allow an increase in the density of industrial development within existing industrial areas. • Other impacts: IMPACT ON PLANTS AND ANIMALS 8. Will Proposed Action affect any threatened or endangered species? ONO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Reduction of one or more species listed on the New York or. Federal ' list, using the site, over or near site or found on the site. • .Removal of any portion of a critical or significant wildlife habitat. • Application of pesticide or herbicide more than twicea year, other than for agricultural purposes. • Other impacts: 9. Will Proposed Action substantially affect non -threatened or non -endangered species? ONO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action would substantially interfere with any resident or migratory fish, shellfish or wildlife species. • Proposed Action requires the removal of more than 10 acres of mature forest (over 100 years of age) or other locally important vegetation. IMPACT ON AGRICULTURAL LAND RESOURCES 10. Will the Proposed Action affect agricultural land resources?.. ONO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • The proposed action would sever, cross or limit access to agricultural land (includes cropland, hayfields, pasture, vineyard, orchard, etc.) P 1 Small to Moderate Impact 2 Potential Large Impact 3 Can Impact Be Mitigated By Project Change ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑_ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ❑ ❑ ❑Yes El No ❑ ❑ []Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes C3 No Cl ❑ Oyes 0 N .❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑ No Cl ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No • Construction activity would excavate or compact the soil profile of agricultural land. • The proposed action would irreversibly convert more than 10 acres of agricultural land or, if located in an Agricultutal District, more than 2.5 acres of agricultural land. • The proposed action would disrupt or prevent installation of agricultural land management systems (e.g., subsurface drain lines, outlet ditches, strip cropping); or create a need for such measures (e.g. cause a farm field to drain poorly due to increased runoff) • Other impacts: IMPACT ON AESTHETIC RESOURCES 11 . Will proposed action affect aesthetic resources? ®NO OYES (If necessary, use the Visual EAF Addendum in Section 617.210 Appendix B.) Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed land uses, or project components obviously different from or in sharp contrast to current surrounding land use pattems, whether, man-made or natural. • Proposed land uses, or project components visible to users of aesthetic resources which will eliminate or significantly reduce their enjoyment of the aesthetic qualities of that resource. • Project components that will result in the elimination or significant screening of scenic views known to be important to the. area. • Other impacts: IMPACT ON HISTORIC AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES 12. Will Proposed Action impact any site or structure of historic, pre• historic or paleontological importance? ®NO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action occurring wholly or partially within or substantially.. contiguous to any facility or site listed on the State or National Register of historic places. • Any impact to an archaeological site or fossil bed located within the project site. • Proposed Action will occur in an area designated as sensitive for archaeological sites on the NYS Site Inventory. Other impacts: IMPACT ON OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION 13. Will Proposed Action affect the quantity or quality of existing or future open spaces or recreational opportunities? Examples that would apply to column 2 ®NO OYES • The permanent foreclosure of a future recreational opportunity. A major reduction of an open space important to the community. • Other impacts: 9 1 2 3 Small to Potential Can Impact Be Moderate Large Mitigated By Impact Impact Project Change ❑ ❑ Dyes ❑No ❑ - ❑ ❑Yes []No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 13 No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ Cl ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes C3 No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ❑ ❑ ❑Yes C3 No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ 11 Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ []Yes ❑No IMPACT ON TRANSPORTATION 2 3 _ Small to Potential Can Impact Be 14. Will there be an effect to existing transportation systems? Moderate Large Mitigated By ENO DYES Impact Impact Project Change Examples that would apply to column 2 • Alteration of present patterns of movement of people and/or goods. ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N • Proposed Action will result in major traffic problems. ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No • Other impacts: ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No IMPACT ON ENERGY 15. Will proposed action affect the community's sources of fuel or energy supply? ENO DYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action will cause a greater than 5% increase in the use of ❑ ❑ []Yes ❑No any form of energy in the municipality. • Proposed Action will require the creation or extension of an energy ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No transmission or supply system to serve more than 50 single or two family residences or to serve a major commercial or industrial use. • Other impacts: O ❑ ❑Yes ❑No NOISE AND ODOR IMPACTS 16. Will there be objectionable odors, noise, or vibration as a result of the Proposed Action? ®NO OYES.. Examples that would apply to column 2 • Blasting within 1,500 feet of a hospital, school or other sensitive ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N facility. • Odors will occur routinely (more than one hour per clay)..w ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No • Proposed Action will produce operating noise exceeding the local ❑ ❑ ❑Yes C3 No ambient noise levels for noise outside of structures. • Proposed Action will remove natural barriers that would act as a 113 ❑ Dyes ❑No noise screen. • Other impacts: ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No IMPACT ON PUBLIC HEALTH 17. Will Proposed Action affect public health and safety? ONO EYES Examples that would apply to column 2 9 Proposed Action may cause a risk of explosion or release of hazardous ® D ❑Yes ❑No substances 0.e. oil, pesticides, chemicals, radiation, etc.) in the event of accident or upset conditions, or there may be a chronic low level discharge or emission. • Proposed Action may result in the burial of "hazardous wastes" in any ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No form (i.e. toxic, poisonous, highly reactive, radioactive, irritating. infectious, etc.) • Storage facilities for one million or more gallons of liquified natural ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No gas or other flammable liquids. • Proposed action may result in the excavation or other disturbance .❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N within 2,000 feet of a site used for the disposal of solid or hazardous waste. • Other impacts: ROuTUYE tz L.EA!S a Ar r=MeLyAPoRc ❑ ❑Yes 0 N t�i,� htQfAMWI DP�t2q?IniyS Dr GAQL)t4! 10 IMPACT ON GROWTH AND CHARACTER OF COMMUNITY OR NEIGHBORHOOD 18. Will proposed action affect the character of the existing community? ®NO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • The permanent population of the city, town or village in which the project is located is likely to grow by more than 5%. • The municipal budget for capital expenditures or operating services will increase by more than 5% per year as a result of this project.. • Proposed action will conflict with officially adopted plans or goals. • Proposed action will cause a change in the density of land use. • Proposed Action will replace or eliminate existing facilities, structures or areas of historic importance to the community. • Development will create a demand for additional community services (e.g. schools, police and fire, etc.) • Proposed Action will set an important precedent for future projects. • Proposed Action will create or eliminate employment. • Other impacts: 1 Small to Moderate Impact 2 Potential Large Impact 3 Can Impact Be Mitigated By Project Change ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ❑ _ -❑— --[:]Yes - ❑ No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes [I No .❑ ❑ []Yes 11 No 19. Is there, or is there likely to be, public controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts? IDNO OYES If Any Action In Part 2 Is Identified as a Potential Large Impact or If You Cannot Determine the Magnitude of. impact, Proceed to Part 3 Part 3—EVALUATION OF THE IMPORTANCE OF IMPACTS Responsibility of Lead Agency Part 3 must be prepared if one or more impact(s) is considered to: be potentially large, even if the impact(s) may be mitigated Instructions Discuss the following for each impact identified in Column 2'of Part.2: 1. Briefly describe the impact. 2. Describe (if applicable) how the impact could be mitigated or reduced to a small to moderate impact by project change(s). 3. Based on the information available, decide if it is reasonable to. conclude that this impact is important. To answer the question of importance, consider. • The probability of the impact occurring • The duration of the impact • Its irreversibility, including permanently lost resources of value • Whether the impact can or will be controlled • The regional consequence of the impact • Its potential divergence from local needs and goals • Whether known objections to the project relate to this impact. (Continue on attachments) 11 1 PART III - EVALUATION OF THE IMPORTANCE OF IMPACTS Proposed Fuel Island and Storage Tanks, Cornell University M.&S.O. Garage, 1, Describe Impact. Proposed Action will involve the storage of 14,000 gallons of fuel products ( diesel and gasoline) in two tanks, and amount which is greater than the 1,100 gallon threshold for petroleum or chemical products under Part II question V5. Potential major spill or leak of fuel onto ground may have a potential large impact on the environment. 2. How Could Project Impact Be Mitigated? The impact of a potential spill or leak of fuel cannot be mitigated or reduced to a small or moderate impact by project changes. 3. Based On The Information Available, Decide If It Is Reasonable To Conclude That This Impact Is Or Is Not Important. The design features of the proposed fuel storage tanks, specifically the proposed fuel tanks will be located above ground, and be surrounded by steel dikes designed to contain 1 10% of the largest tank capacity in event of tank rupture (See attached information sheet,), and the use of double -walled piping between the tanks and the fuel island itself, make the probability of a major fuel spill or leak and resultant potential large impact low, The proposed facilities will be constructed in conformance with applicable requirements of the N.Y,Fire Protection Association Code enforced by the Town of Ithaca toning and Building Department. In addition, potential spills at the fuel pump island will be directed by the pitch of the concrete pavement into a drainage system with an oil/water separator to capture the spilled fuel. Also, if a failure of the dike system occurs and fuel does escape onto the surrounding ground, Cornell University's Life Safety Division is equipped with personnel and equipment to respond to such emergency situations in a timely manner. Thus the duration of any potential leak and resulting impact on the environment is likely to be short term in nature; it can be controlled through generally accepted methods, including existing cleanup technology; and the regional consequence of the i m pact appears to be 1 i m ited. No resource of value which could be permanently lost has been identified. No potential divergence from local goals or needs has been identified. Based on the above and the information provided in Part I and Part I I, it is reasonable to conclude that the potential large impact identified in Part 11, Question 415, is not important. Staff Recommendation: Determination of Significance Staff recommends a negative determination of environmental significance for the project as proposed, This recommendation is based on the design of the project, including design of the fuel storage and transmission facitlities, and spill containment facilities; uses anticipated; its location and general character of surrounding land use; the relatively small scale of the project; and the information and analysis provided in Parts I , I I , and I I I of the LEAF. TOWN OF ITHACA ENGINEERING REVIEW MEMORANDUM T0: Paul Hansen, Assistant Building Inspector/Zoning Officer FROM: Dan Walker, Town Engineer SUBJECT: Cornell M&SO Fuel Storage Island Design Review DATE: October 22, 1990 I have reviewed the site construction plans submitted for the C.U. M&SO Fuel Facility and have the following comments: 1. The general grading and site construction plan is acceptable. 2.. The Horizontal Dike Tank detail sheet is adequate to show that the proposed tanks meet the Town of -Ithaca and NYSDEC requirements for containment however additional detail are required including: a. Soils information and foundation design, b. Fill details and construction specifications that include compaction requirements, C* Cross sections through both tanks, d. Dike drainage system details, e. Overfill protection details, including piping and connections. 3. Construction drawings and specifications for the fuel piping system must be provided. 4. Construction details and cross sections for the Fuel Island pad must be provided to show how spillage will be contained and how surface water will be excluded. 5. A typical section of the D.I.P. drain along with.construction specifications detailing the joint connections must be provided. 6. Site specific details for the oil and water separator must be provided including: a. grading details be oil drawoff and storage details ce service access and traffic protection details do design data and computations for sizing and selection 7. Erosion and sediment control plans and details for site construction, including proposed surface treatment detail for the driving surfaces and vegetative treatment specifications for the non -paved areas. MSOFS01/REVMEMO(10/22/90) DRW/ xc: Susan Beeners, Town Planner George Frantz, Assistant Town Planner Andy Frost, Building Inspector ti i" Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Garage South of Route 366 and West of Game Farm Road Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, September 18, 1990 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ADOPTED RESOLUTION: Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Garage South of Route ,366 and West of Game Farm Road Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, September 18, 1990 MOTION by Mr. Robert Miller, seconded by Mr. Robert Kenerson: WHEREAS* -1- 1. This action is, the Consideration' of a Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals with respect to a request for modification of the Special Approval granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals on July 30, 1985 for the Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Garage, to permit the installation of above -ground fuel storage tanks for the previously approved fuel island portion of the project. 2. The proposed project is located within the existing Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Complex, approximately 1,300 feet south of NYS Route 366 and 1,800 feet west of Game Farm Road, on Town of Ithace Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2, Residence District R-30. 3. This is a Type I action for which the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals is legislatively determined to act as Lead Agency in coordinated review. The Town of Ithaca Planning Board is an involved agency in coordinated review. 4. The Planning Board, at Public Hearing on September 18, 1990, has reviewed the proposed site plan, environmental assessment form and review, and other submissions related to this proposal. 5. The Town Planning Department has recommended that a negative determination of environmental significance be made for this action. THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED: 1. That the Planning Board recommend and hereby does recommend to the Zoning Board of Appeals that a negative determination of environmental significance be made for this action. 2. That the Planning Board, in making recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals, determine and hereby does determine the following: a. There is a need for the proposed use in the proposed location. ::, Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Garage South of Route 366 and West of Game Farm Road Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, September 18, 1990 -2- b. The existing and probable future character of the neighborhood will not be adversely affected. c. The proposed use is in accordance with a comprehensive plan of development of the Town. 3. That the Planning Board report and hereby does report to the Zoning Board of Appeals its recommendation that the request for modification of the Special Approval granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals on July 30, 1985 for the Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Garage, to permit the installation of above -ground fuel storage tanks for the previously approved fuel island portion of the project, be approved subject to the following condition: i. Approval of final site construction plan details Engineer. Aye - Grigorov, Kenerson, Lesser, Miller, Hoffmann. Nay - None. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Nancy M* Fuller, Secretary, Town of Ithaca Planning Board, September 21, 19909 by the Town e Cornell University Facilities Engineering 607/2554824 Humphreys Service Building, Ithaca, New YorlZ 1485M701 0 August 8, 1990 Ms. Susan Beeners Town Planner Town of Ithaca 126 E. Seneca Street Ithaca, NY 14850 RE: Maintenance and Service Operations (M&SO) Garage Fuel Storage Island, Site Plan Approval Dear Ms. Beeners: Your records will indicate that the Cornell M&SO Garage received approval for relocation to its present site on July 30, 1985. As a part of the site planning and environmental review, a fuel island was included and approved. Now that M&SO has decided to,/go to an environmentally superior above ground storage for that facility, the Building Inspector, Andy Frost, has informed. Cornell that resite plan and special approvals are necessary prior to obtaining a permit to install the above ground portable tanks. Since this is a very minor adjustment to the 1985 approved plan, we would hope for an early scheduling for approval of this matter. It should not take more than ten minutes of the Planning Board's time. Also, whatever coordinated efforts with the Zoning Board of Appeals may be possible to schedule a hearing necessary to deal with the permitting of an above ground facility would be appreciated. If for some reason the Planning Board action is not possible in advance, the Board of Appeals action can be adjourned to a later meeting. To await Planning Board action to establish a ZBA hearing for a matter that was largely decided in 1985 would jeopardize our ability to install the facility this fall. Until July, we had assumed only a permit was required for an already approved ancillary use of the existing maintenance garage. Please advise of anything we can do to expedite or clarify this matter. Your prompt attention to this matter would be most appreciated. . Sincerely, Lawrence P. Fabbroni, P.E., L.S. Sr. Civil Engineer 1pf/dem #14695 xc: A. Frost (Town of Ithaca Bldg. Inspector) J. Lalley Cornell University Facilities Engineering 607/2554824 Humphreys Service Building, Ithaca, New York 14853-3701 August 31, 1990 Mr. George Frantz Town of Ithaca Planning Department 126 E. Seneca Street Ithaca, NY 14850 RE: Cornell University Maintenance & Service Fuel Facility Dear George: Larry Fabbroni is away this week so I am sending this letter to provide answers to the questions you raised during your preliminary review of Cornell University's proposed Fuel Facility. • Per table 2 of DEC Publication "Above Ground Storage of Petroleum Products," and as shown on the site plan, the tanks are separated from the existing salt storage structure by a minimum of 15'. Tank dikes are separated from each other by 9' (1/6th the sum of the tank lengths). • Per John Beaver of Beavers Petroleum Equipment Co., Inc.: the tank does conform to NFPA 30. • The tanks will be horizontally oriented steel dike tanks with dimensions as follows: 4,000 gallon tank 5' 4" x 24', dike dimensions 28' x 8' x 2' 8-1/2" 10,000 gallon tank 8'x 268", dike dimensions 35'x 10'-10" x 4' • Spillage will be contained in steel dikes that provide 110% of the tank capacity with dimensions as shown above. • Per John Beaver of Beavers Petroleum Equipment Co., Inc.: - tank venting is closed with pressure operated valve. - emergency venting for fire is achieved with a manhole cover with loose bolts. - supports, foundations and anchorage have two hour fire resistance rating. - overfilling is provided for with manhole cover with loose bolts. • The tanks are factory tested for leakage and will be inspected visually per DEC. • Vehicular traffic flow is sketched on attached site plan. • Piping will be double wall fiberglass. • Tanks will be protected by painting and a pole barn cover. • Fire protection will be provided by -a "Kiddy" two bottle dry chemical system. 0 Site plan is amended to note fire protection on separate zone. Mr. George Frantz • August 30, 1990 Page 2 • Oil/water separator details enclosed. Please let me know if you have any additional comments as soon as possible so I may respond and revise the submittals in time for the September Planning Board meeting. Sincerely, Robert Chiang l Civil Designer rc/ame #14784 attachment xc: Larry Fabbroni OIL IN I LKUr i UK3 — rADKMAI cu 41 cc< <� WASKLLoM Interceptor rated at t ) arlvl wish sediment Ducxei, norizontal carne, oulustaole oil craw -Ort and vent connec. ( ) inch threaded high Inlet and ( ) inch threaded low outlet, Internal A-Plpe "Ipe air relief by-pass, bronze cleanout plug and visible double DIMENSIONS IN INCHES and covered center securing handle. 3 3 Wi 14 4y 34 Rating 5 Size Size 3 3 3SA 18/2 3 36 285/6 8 100 100 3 3 37% 23 41/s 42% 33% 10 125 125 1 Size G.P.M. 1 391/4 In.1 In.t 49% C 14 D 150 E F G 25% 41/s L 415/8 1 14 200 200 SO 50 46% > > 61 18 18 14 250 4% 34 26 s 5 4/s 23A OIL INTERCEPTOR75 20 300 300 S 7S 55 3 3 80 22Y4 20 181 350 3 36 28 s 8 51/s 25 4 Fabricated Steel 20 400 400 100 1 100 63�j 3 1 3 94 27 20 23 41/a 4234 335/ 10 301/s ..�--c--rs ..r•, ,� 1'a 125 125 3 3 301 24'� 41/a 49y 40 14 /4 36 7 150 150 4 4 301 25% 41/s 56 41% 14 437/a T' Lls� 200 200 4 4 35 29% 416 61 43s/s 18 a65/i c 250 250 S S 41 36 41/a . 71 515/6 20 56s/a _ T — __. — D I ei 300 300 S 3 461. 39% 51/a 80 585/ 20% 655Js • s E 350 3S0 6 6 50 i 43% 51/a 87 635/ 20Y4 141/ F T 400 400 6 6 S4% 47% 51/a 94 67 20i 79118 INLET e. WIDTH ouTLWr 450 450 6 6 55% 48� 51/6 100 72 22y 853is ti 500 500 6 6 1 57% I Sl 51/a 1104 1 74 1 231/ 1 88Ve , tRecommended Sizes. Note: Draw -off and vent connections regularly furnished on • right hand side when, facing inlet. Can be relocated to left hand side at job site. Add 4' to overall length and width for reinforcing members. App Size RatiDa U.P.M. Lbe- Sp 370 82371.20 82535.60 82626.20 75 7S 470 2568.60V1111.610 .60 100 100 630 2606.00 3022.80 3166.00 12S 12S 715 3276.00 3528.00 iso Iso 600 3476 60 3778.80 200 200 1270 4614.00 5235.60 5478.00 250 250 1575 6688.00 7317.60 7621.20 70p 300 1785 .6072.00 9547.20 350 350 1985 11,51640 1408.1110 M427.= 400 400 2260 13,018.80 13,598.40 14,004.00 450 4S0 2415 14,523.60 15,122.40 15.523.20 500 1 500 2535 16.653.60 17,296.20 ewcseafes'e!IG SPECIFICATION: ZURN Zliva Dura -Coated interior and ex- with removable combination pressure. equalizing/flow diffusing baffle and terior fabricated steel large capacity Oil Interceptor rated at t ) arlvl wish sediment Ducxei, norizontal carne, oulustaole oil craw -Ort and vent connec. ( ) inch threaded high Inlet and ( ) inch threaded low outlet, Internal tions either side. Gas and waterti ht gasketed cover secured with recessed air relief by-pass, bronze cleanout plug and visible double wall trap seal, and covered center securing handle. l a. INL[T Rpting r �,1 C_:'J App.. t F 1D FET OUTLaT Size Rating G.P.M. A -Pipe Size In.t 8-f 1pe Size In.t DIMENSIONS IN INCHES Ctt D E F G ] 50 50 3 3 Wi 14 4y 34 26% 5 75 75 3 3 3SA 18/2 3 36 285/6 8 100 100 3 3 37% 23 41/s 42% 33% 10 125 125 1 3 3 1 391/4 24% 4 a 49% 40 14 150 150 4 4 40% 25% 41/s S6 415/8 1 14 200 200 4 4 46% 29% 41/s 61 43% 18 250 250 s S 50% 36 4/s 71 S1 20 300 300 S S 55 39 S 1/s 80 58 % 20 350 350 6 6 60h 43% 51/s 87 635/1 20 400 400 6 6 63�j 47% 51/s 94 67 20 L 450 450 1 6 6 65 48%5/a 100 72 22% 1 85 500 S00 1 6 6 67% a 51% 51/8 104 74 231 88 tRecornmended Sizes. N of as Draw-0ff and vent connections regularly furnished on right hand side when facing inlet. Can be relocated to left hand side at job site. Add 4' to overall length and width for reinforcing members. t tOr As Specified. 12.667.20 IENGINELMnaSPECIFICATION: ZURN Z -1188-E Dura -Coated Interior and removable com Dina ion ressures equahxl,. 11WW .,,,,..a,,.s v 111W an,. avvl- exterior fabricated steel large capacity Oil Interceptor with integral extended ment bucket, horizontal file, adjustable olf draw -off and vent connections hei¢ht (C dimension) for recessed installation, rated at () GPM with ( either side. Gas and watertight gasketed cover secured with recessed incfi threaded high Inlet and ( ) inch threaded high outlet, internal air and covered center securing handle. relief by-pass, bronze cleanout plug and visible double wall trap seal, with altegularly furnished tmler otherwise specified Specify type connection and use J other than recommended. Pulte 66 1When ordering products on this page, be sure to specify complete product number and applicable prefix(ea)/suffix(es) for required optional features. ESTIMATE & AGREEMENT O BctEAVERDATE BID:We hereby propose to furnish material and labor 168 Ridge Rd. to complete the work outlined herein for the sum of: Horseheads, N.Y. 14845 r— 129.500.00 Cornell University $Exempt Humphreys Service Building $ SALES TAX To Ithaca, NY 14853 $ 129, J00. no TOTAL ATTN: Mr. Ruben Fogers TERMS: NET 15 DAYS Accounts Past Due Subject To 11/2% Finance Charge 18% Annual Percentage Rate. We hereby submit specifications and bid for: Fuel Tank Facility at tl-:e Orcha1sd Auto Shop To supply and install one (1) ea. 4000 gal. and 10000 gal. quotation involving excavation aboveground diked tanks. To set tanks. on 8" thick reinforced basis of normal soil conditions. concrete mats. To supply and install valves,gauges and vents to meet DEC criteria. costs created To supply Total Containment piping from tank field to new conditions island.To supply and install Stage 2 Vapory recovery line only by the customer." from tank field to pumps for futl-ire use. Piping on tanks to ne Stage 1 Vapor Recovery, To supply and install 3" over side. remote are not fill on each tank, To supply and install 24'x24'x8it reinforced concrete spill mat with drain. To supply and install steel form concrete island with canopy footer. To install pumps on island supplied by owner. To supply and install 28'x 280 , single post canopy with 14'6 " clearance and 30" smooth white fascia. To supply and install four (4) 400 watt canopy lights. To supply and install two bottle fire suppression system, To supply and install all necessary conduit and wiring for pumps, canopy lights and fire suppression system. To tie fire suppression into existing zone. Adequate conduit will be provided for future card reader system, To provide grading and crushed stone to install aboveground system. To supply and install constructed pole barn style shed roof with metal covering over each tank. Alternate Proposal: Catch basin,dike drains, oil/water separator and piping provided to catch basin only $222500.00 Bonding Price: In addition, to base bid add $ 3,885.00 All work to be done in accordance with DEC requirements for aboveground tanks. "Any quotation involving excavation is made on the basis of normal soil conditions. If abnormal conditions, such as rock, water, contaminated soil, quicksand, etc., are encountered, the additional costs created by such conditions will be paid by the customer." TE ISIGN -/"t- 90 ACCEPTANCE OF BID The above specifications, terms and contract are satisfactory. and (1) (we) hereby authorize the performance of this work. DATE SIGNED rITLE THIS CONTRACT I54'0ID 30 DAYS FROM DATE UNLESS 2ND COLOR COPY IS SIGNED AND RETURNED TO BIDDER CONTRACTOR'S GUARANTEE We guarantee ali material used in this contract to be as specified above and the entire lob to be done :n a neat, workmanlike manner. Any variations from plan or alterations re- quiring extra 'abor or material w"i be performed only upon written order and billed in addition to the sum covered by this contract. Agreements made with our workmen are not recognized. -I TE ISIGN -/"t- 90 ACCEPTANCE OF BID The above specifications, terms and contract are satisfactory. and (1) (we) hereby authorize the performance of this work. DATE SIGNED rITLE THIS CONTRACT I54'0ID 30 DAYS FROM DATE UNLESS 2ND COLOR COPY IS SIGNED AND RETURNED TO BIDDER AND COOP INC. roe 2020 LEMOYNE STREET 0 0 BOX 61 a SYRACUSE, NEW YORK 13211 PHONE: (315) 151.1135 600.962.5711 ESTIMATE & AGREEMENT DATE. 8/15/90 BID: We hereby propose to furnish mates'.0 ,wd labor to complete the work outlined herein for the sum of S See below _•_ CrIrnell University; rr M _ SALES TAY i'epartment of Contracts Management ouniphreys Service Building $ _, TOTAL Tt.tiacar N.Y. 14853-3701 TERMS: NET 15 DAYS Accounts Past Due Subject To 13;%Final ;e Charge . 21%Annual Percentage Rats. We hereby submit ,f;(ations and bid for: -�ug 1 Facility aOrchard Tank Filitt Ohard Auto a _ _ Sh Sc%4q.% of Services Or Per Exhibit "C", page 23 of Bid Documents Supply and installation of following equipment OW i.) 10,000 gallon diked tank 1.) 4,000 gallon diked tank Al 1. related plumbing, wiring, and needed equipment included services: :ite work needed, concrete, 24' x 241 spill mat with drain, canopy with rooter and lights, fire extinguishers, etc. N•::'►-:! Exception to complete vapor recovery system is taken and pricirq . for system is excluded from bid. y5' All%I nate proposal pricing for catch basin, dike drains, oil/water s11�•;r•ator and related piping as follows. Any quotation Invo!v;ng excavation Is made on the basis of normal soil conditions. N abnormal conditions, such as soil contamination, rock, water, quicksand, etc a: a encountered, the additional costs Incurred by reason of such conations will be paid by the custo(ner. If contamination is suspected or datrr.led, work will stop until the extent of the contamination Is determined. Disposal of contaminated soil is NOT a part of this contract. Site re.nediatlon and disposal of contaminated soil Is the tesponslbility of the customer and may regrjla approval by state regulatorysgencics. _ _— CONTRACTOR'S GUARANTEE We guarantee am inused in this Contras to be as specified above end the entire job to be done in a n,1„t. •%orknlanliks manner. Any variations from plan or aiteratrions requiring extra later ni :�:.:larial will be performed only upon written order and billed In addition to the sum c,ivo # 1 by this contract. Agreements ade with our workmen are not recognized,, oats Av ACCEPTANCE OF BiD The above specifications, terms end contract are satisfactory, and (we) hereby euthori2e the performance or this work.`_ SIGNED HORIZONTAL DIKE TANK SPECIFICATIONS Highland Dike Tanks are the solution to your above ground containment needs! Available in single or multi -tank modules, vertical or horizontal. Quick and easy to install. Designed to contain 110% of their largest tanks capacity. Possess the strength and impermeability of steel. Elevated to allow visual inspection of exterior bottom and sidewall surfaces. Equipped with connections for a water control system. Ideal for secure storage of petroleum, chemicals, hazardous wastes and fertilizers. Available in standard sizes as shown below. Custom designs, special coatings and stainless steel fabrication are also offered. Dikes to hold 150% are also available. TANK DIKE TANK DIKE DIKE WEIGHT OF CAPACITY CAPACITY SIZE SIZE WEIGHT TANK 8 DIKE 285 314 3'2" x 5' 7' x 4' x 116" 619 944 LBS. 500 550 4' x 5'5" 715" x 6' x 1'6" 964 19746 LBS. 11000 1,100 4'x 10'9" 12'9" x 6' x 2' 1,826 3,227 LBS. 11000 19100 514" x 6' 9'2" x 8' x 2' 12541 22782 LBS. 1,500 19650 514" x 9' 13110" x 8' x 2' 2,278 4,047 LBS. 2,000 2,200 5'4" x 12' 16' x 8'x 214" 31409 51718 LBS. 3,000 3500 5'4" x 18' 22' x 8' x 2'81/2" 39900 7,050 LBS. 4,000 4,400 5'4" x 24' 28' x 8' x 2'81/2" 4,815 8 725 LBS._ 5,000 5,500 8'x 13'4" 17' x 10' 10" x 4' 5,325 10,817 LBS. 6,000 6,600 8' x 16' 20'6" x 1010" x4' 6,314 12,552 LBS. 8,000 8,800 8' x 21'4't 27'6" x 1010" x 4' 8,695 16,476 LBS. 10,000 11,000 8' x 26'8" 35' x 1010" x 4' 10,869 20 oaa LBS_ 12,000 13,200 10'x 2016" 36'8" x 12' x 4' 11,301 229272 LBS. 15,000 16,500 10'x 25'6" 31' x 12' x 6' 11,813 24,671 LBS. 20,000 22,000 10' x 34' 40' x 12' x 67" 13,559 27533 LBS. ELEVATIONS WIDTH �- LENGTH 3" FULL COUPLING~ O DRAIN IN DIKE BOTTOM (2 PLACES) TOP VIEW HOLE IN ANGLE FOR O I TURNBUCKLES (4 PLACES) F� 3"X3"X W" ANGLE AROUND INSIDE OF TOP ACING - SUPPORTS 1 HEIGHT c U To: George Franz From: Larry Fabbroni,P.E.,L.S.,Senior Civil Engineer Re: Fuel Storage Island Date: September 14,1990 Attached please find a revised site plan for the fuel storage project made necessary by the recent determination by the Building Inspection office that a fifty foot separation from adjacent buildings should be maintained in locating the petroleum storage tanks. Also, in answer to your inquiry on emergency response, the following normal Campus response is pertinent to this facility: l.The fire detection system will trigger an alarm at the 24 hour manned Public Safety office in Barton Hall, 2.Public Safety will instantaneously notify the Ithaca Fire Department, dispatch a Public Safety and a Life Safety vehicle to the location, and monitor the response on Campus. 3.Life Safety response personnel once at the site can directly notify the responding City Fire company of the active or non-active nature of the fire. 4.If active or requiring special apparatus the Ithaca Fire.Department will know enroute whether a second call or foam or other fighting apparatus needs to respond to supplement the normal "three inch and a ladder truck" response. Please do not hesitate to call 255-6614 with any additional concerns you may have. , i SEPTK• TANL. LEACH FIELD SHED'ROOFS ... . - - - - - - - - - POTENTIAL VA R Y SYST M \ ECDVE( E \ J.t.NYCO N/LL UNIVERSITY TY1lDIND -- ITHACA N.Y. 1601/ REGRADE AND INSTALL GRAYEL� 96 TO FORM DRIVElW►Y 10000 ALLON 4 LLON DIKE TANK ` \ tTANK PROVIDE SUFFICIENT 'COVER (GASOLIME)TO PROT ECT P I PES - � LAT GRADE CONC SLABS50 MIN • UNDER DIKES a ANKS6012/ COMPACTED GRAVEL CE ,7 CONCRETE SLABS S DIKE FIRE ALARM PANEL ELECTRIC PANEL MESO GARAGE BUILoINb 14006 FI11. FLOOR 9589 TIE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM INTO SEPARATE ZONE I� 0 H J L' J r , 1 / / EIcl UNDERGRW ; EXISTING CONDUIT STUBS / I / I / I / / / 1 �Sj C j Ovt'7t'hTJID I+lIL1TI¢S F(ATLIICE LMNCStApING. //Ina•' iii � - ./75 95`I r I \ X 40 DUCTILE 'IRON DIKE DRAINS 28� SOUARE (NORMALLY CLOSEI CANOPY WITH LIGHTING FIRE PROTECTION VAPOR RECOVERY 24 LA CONCRETE PAD SLOPE TO DRAIN -PLUMBING PER TANK SUPPLIER %. GRADE TO 'l PROVIDE 2� 11�'"i REVEAL S POSITIVE DRAINAGE AWAY FROM PAD_ J 95g 8� THICK 6x8 x W" MESH REM04C Bis MIN. COMPACTED CIj�D GRAVEL BASE INSTALLED OVER er<OrAe�llc FINISHED GRADE CONTOURS •56� k' - C EXI.lIN1� t-� (,F "E ca.ITouEy 95b +571 ST— 4 •moo 0 A� .�3 94 0° 934 953 � •s ^� GF-AvLL (ZDAD v T DIKE) r)^�PKMLT SALT/ GRIT 143-1 STORAGE BUILDWb JY4010 563 GRAVEL LOT OIL ■TITER SEPARATOR ZURN Z1188 SIZE 50 le SDR 35 ?57 9�b 155 4�12e ATCH BASH'/53 36 UOW SDR35 TO STORM MAIN ROPOSED) TO GEWtAL STO[ES Wktc hOVSE s AePer n IDIA77 APPROVAL DATE DIRECTOR DATE � DESIGNED By DATE 0. CMA#G SEPTEMBER 8H I 1 DRAWN BY DATE CHECKED BY 'EL I ENERGY CIVIL 4w: 1 ELEC '_A, I MECH PB.SFTY STRUCT USER 14 SEP>o i iAelr �aA,a+> I I I I i SEPTK• TANL. LEACH FIELD SHED'ROOFS ... . - - - - - - - - - POTENTIAL VA R Y SYST M \ ECDVE( E \ J.t.NYCO N/LL UNIVERSITY TY1lDIND -- ITHACA N.Y. 1601/ REGRADE AND INSTALL GRAYEL� 96 TO FORM DRIVElW►Y 10000 ALLON 4 LLON DIKE TANK ` \ tTANK PROVIDE SUFFICIENT 'COVER (GASOLIME)TO PROT ECT P I PES - � LAT GRADE CONC SLABS50 MIN • UNDER DIKES a ANKS6012/ COMPACTED GRAVEL CE ,7 CONCRETE SLABS S DIKE FIRE ALARM PANEL ELECTRIC PANEL MESO GARAGE BUILoINb 14006 FI11. FLOOR 9589 TIE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM INTO SEPARATE ZONE I� 0 H J L' J r , 1 / / EIcl UNDERGRW ; EXISTING CONDUIT STUBS / I / I / I / / / 1 �Sj C j Ovt'7t'hTJID I+lIL1TI¢S F(ATLIICE LMNCStApING. //Ina•' iii � - ./75 95`I r I \ X 40 DUCTILE 'IRON DIKE DRAINS 28� SOUARE (NORMALLY CLOSEI CANOPY WITH LIGHTING FIRE PROTECTION VAPOR RECOVERY 24 LA CONCRETE PAD SLOPE TO DRAIN -PLUMBING PER TANK SUPPLIER %. GRADE TO 'l PROVIDE 2� 11�'"i REVEAL S POSITIVE DRAINAGE AWAY FROM PAD_ J 95g 8� THICK 6x8 x W" MESH REM04C Bis MIN. COMPACTED CIj�D GRAVEL BASE INSTALLED OVER er<OrAe�llc FINISHED GRADE CONTOURS •56� k' - C EXI.lIN1� t-� (,F "E ca.ITouEy 95b +571 ST— 4 •moo 0 A� .�3 94 0° 934 953 � •s ^� GF-AvLL (ZDAD v T DIKE) r)^�PKMLT SALT/ GRIT 143-1 STORAGE BUILDWb JY4010 563 GRAVEL LOT OIL ■TITER SEPARATOR ZURN Z1188 SIZE 50 le SDR 35 ?57 9�b 155 4�12e ATCH BASH'/53 36 UOW SDR35 TO STORM MAIN ROPOSED) TO GEWtAL STO[ES Wktc hOVSE s AePer n IDIA77 APPROVAL DATE DIRECTOR DATE � DESIGNED By DATE 0. CMA#G SEPTEMBER 8H DRAWN BY DATE CHECKED BY 'EL ARCH-y���.q- ENERGY CIVIL 4w: ENVIR. H ELEC '_A, LF.SFTY MECH PB.SFTY STRUCT USER '�. REV. DATE BY DESCRIPTION 0A,L Y0 LL tz"L PADS i - fuo9s Goo TAIIKs aO 'EL [I" pkrull. 204 II SEV 90 BL �,y71N4 6FAKi 4 14 SEP>o 6:. iAelr �aA,a+> DRAWING TITLE SITE PLAN PROJECT h100 FUEL F ILOCATION NO. 4008 SCALE SHEET NO. FILE NO. I e5aa4 DRAWING NO. .- Ln N C EO R 8 C EO G v TOWN OF ITHACA AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING AND PUBLICATION I. Jean H. Swartwood, being duly sworn, depose and say that I am the Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York; that the following Notice has been duly posted on the Sign Board of the Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca and that said Notice has been duly published in the local newspaper, The Ithaca Journal. Notice of Public Hearings to be held by the Town of Ithaca Zoninq Board of Appeals in Town Hall 126 East Seneca Street Ithaca New York on Wednesday. October 10 1990 commencing at 7.00 P M 'as per attached Location of Sign Board used for Posting: Located at front entrance of Town Hall. Date of Posting: October 2. 1990 Date of Publication: October 5, 1990 /Jean H.' Swartwood, Town Clerk Town of Ithaca STATE OF NEW YORK ) SS.: COUNTY, OF TOMPKINS ) Sworn to and subscribed before me this 9th day of October, 1990, LEAH S. CARPENTER Notary Public. State Of New YG* Qualified in Tompkins Co. No. 479717& My Commission Expires Apri130,1aW C- 1 h\� c �yThe lthaav-Wi irnal + r ";yy{ la Friday, October 5, 1990 pellont, HOLT Architects, Agent, requesting the Special Approval of the Board of Ap- peals, under Article IV, Sec- tion 11, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance,' for the proposed construction of a new academic science build- ingto be located on the Ithaca College Campus north of Wil- liams Hall, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-41-1-30.2, Resi- dence District R-15., In addi- tion, a variance from the re - OF ITHACA ZONING Sect onents 11, Paragraph of rl10, IV, OF )ARD OF APPEALS said Ordinance is requested, OF PUBLIC HEARINGS to permit a building height of OCT. 10, 1990, 7P.M. 60 feet, as•meosured from the ction of the Chairman lowest point at exterior grade Zoning Board of AP- to the highest point on the. NOTICE IS HEREBY roof Iine,,.30 feet being ,the :that. Public Hearings permitted.height. . " held by ithe Zoning ADMINISTRATIVE ` HEARING, f - of the Town Appeols' c'on Wednesday, Oc- under Article XIV, Section 77, );`:1990; in'Town Holl, of.the Town of Ithaca Zoning LSeneco Street, (FIRST Ordinance, for an'interpreta- RSA eco trance, WEST tion by the Board of Appeals tih6coEntr .Y_, COM- of Article Vil, Section 35, of 1G AT."7 N. P. M., M- said Ordinance to determine if any uses permitted in Business )wing`nnotters. Districts A","B", and "C" of Judith B. Moclntire, may be � permitted in, a Busi- irit,yRalph W. Nash, ness District "D". ggent,�.requesting vori- Said Zonin Board of Appeals Pathe -requirements of gg IV„Section . I I, of the a ill at'said time, hear a p -m., f Ithaca Zoning Ordi- and said place, hear all per-. to`'" ermit the operation or objections support a such matters ed and Breakfast' fa- or objections thereto: Persons r u ,xfo a,maximum of personPPear by agent or, in 6rders and/o'r lodgers, . p Andrew S. Frost• 0,to;lbe .locoted in an Building Inspector/Zoning 11, single,-familyy,,:� 'resi- Enforcement Officer St217wE6stern',Hel' hts z.., ., Town of Ithaca own'rof Ithaca Taz dr- 273-1747 Kr6;57-1-8.126, Resi- October -5, 1990 )tstiicfR=15. Said'Ordi- _ :�permifs. only one i,n . 6'+'single-family of !Cornell' University, ttt,kJoseph, M.. Lal ley, jthe�,Speciol Approval helyy"•the,; Zoning Board eiii s%n.1,JuIy4 30, 1985 3t vC,6ihell,',', University' ionce:arid-Service Op- s'G6rcge.;The request-. ifcgtion is the instal la- f.`cbove=ground fuel ;tanks within the area dlointenance, and Serv- le1`6tlons;0136rage lo- ff NYS Rte. 366 on Cor- iiversitya .;Palm Road, Flthoca Toz Porcel No. t,,"dResidenc6`District R - r; modification of the Approval,is requested uticle V Section 18, of Fn ofiithoca Zoning Or- ofilthoca College, Ap- ,h�Jrow6ridge Asso- Agent, requesting the Appproval of the Board jols,• under Article IV, ll,i•:of.,the„Town of !oning` Ordinance, for posed relocation of a of; the existing Ithaca mom campus road construction of a new bile parking lot. Ithaca is located at 953 Dan- 1,'Tdovn'of Ithaca Tax qe.,,,6-41-1-30.2, Resi- tistrict R-15. of Ithaca College, Ap- TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS By direction of the HEREBY GIVEN that Public of the Town of Ithaca on Seneca Street, (FIRST COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M., NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1990 7:00 P.M. Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE IS Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals Wednesday, October 10, 1990, in Town Hall, 126 East Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., on the following matters. APPEAL of Judith B. MacIntire, Appellant, Ralph W. Nash, Esq., Agent, requesting variance of the requirements of Article IV, Section 11, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, to permit the operation of a "Bed and Breakfast" facility for up to a maximum of four boarders and/or lodgers, proposed to be located in an existing single-family residence at 217 Eastern Heights Drive, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-57-1-8.126, Residence District R-15. Said Ordinance permitsonly one boarder in a single-family home. APPEAL of Cornell University, Appellant, Joseph M. Lalley, Agent, requesting a modification of the Special Approval granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals on July 30, 1985, for the Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations Garage. The requested modification is the installation of above -ground fuel storage tanks within the area of the Maintenance and Service Operations Garage located off NYS Rte. 366 on Cornell University's Palm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2, Residence District R-30. The modification of the Special Approval is requested under Article V, Section 18, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance. APPEAL of Ithaca College, Appellant, Trowbridge Associates, Agent, requesting the Special Approval of the Board of Appeals, under Article IV, Section 11, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the proposed relocation of a portion of the existing Ithaca College main campus road and the construction of a new automobile parking lot. Ithaca College is located at 953 Danby Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-41-1-30.21 Residence District R-15. APPEAL of Ithaca College, Appellant, HOLT Architects, Agent, requesting the Special Approval of the Board of Appeals, under Article IV, Section 11, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the proposed construction of a new academic science building to be located on the Ithaca College Campus north of Williams Hall, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-41-1-30.21 Residence District R-15. In addition, a variance from the requirements of Article IV, Section 11, Paragraph 10, of said Ordinance is requested, to permit a building height of 60 feet, as measured from the lowest point at exterior grade to the highest point on the roof line, 30 feet being the permitted height. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING, under Article XIV, Section 77, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for an interpretation by the. Board of Appeals of Article VII, Section 35, of said Ordinance to determine if any uses permitted in Business Districts "A", "B", and "C", may be permitted in a Business District "D". Said Zoning Board of place, hear all persons in Persons may appear by agent Dated: Publish: October 2, October 15, 1990 1990 Appeals will at said time, 7:00 p.m., and said support of such matters or objections thereto* or in person. Andrew S. Frost Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer Town of Ithaca 273-1747 Town of Ithaca 2 Zoning Board of Appeals November 14, 1990 The first Appeal on the Agenda was the following: APPEAL OF CORNELL UNIVERSITY, OWNER/APPELLANT, ARTHUR G. STIERS, AGENT, REQUESTING THE SPECIAL APPROVAL OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS, PURSUANT TO ARTICLE V, SECTION 18, PARAGRAPH 4, OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING ORDINANCE, FOR THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF A 30 -FOOT BY 18 -FOOT "GAS CYLINDER STORAGE DOCK", PROPOSED TO BE LOCATED ON TOWN OF ITHACA TAX PARCEL NO. 6-64-1-2, RESIDENCE DISTRICT R-30, IN THE CORNELL ORCHARDS AREA ON PALM ROAD ADJACENT TO THE GENERAL STORES WAREHOUSE. Mr. Arthur Stiers explained the proposal to the Board. At the present time the bulk of the compressed gases are now stored at the Humphreys Service Building and small amounts are handled from the facility at Humphreys to the warehouse facility for distribution to the Campus at large. He stated that they are anxious to get the bulk storage to an outside facility at the Orchards where they can be distributed from that point. It will minimize handling of the cylinders and it will also facilitate access to the loading dock by the delivery truck, which now is a semi -vehicle and has to maneuver through a very congested area to unload and pick up return cylinders. Mr. Stiers stated that the dock itself is an elevated concrete platform with a super structure and a shed roof over the top, approximately 3 foot closed the high by 18 feet by 30 feet. Mr. Stiers explained that they receive approximately 50 cylinders a week. They carry approximately 225 total cylinders at any given time on the Campus. He said that what they would like to do is consolidate all the cylinders in one location where they can be controlled. They will not be changing the nature of the facility or the distribution point in any way other than going into an improved storage yard which is a gravel and cinder storage yard adjacent to the structure. They have not expanded the footprint or area of the existing loading area. Chairman Aron opened the public hearing. No one appeared to address the Board. Chairman Aron closed the public hearing. Chairman Aron referred to the Environmental Review Committee's comments on CU's gas cylinder storage shed, dated 10/30/90, which is attached hereto as Exhibit #1. He questioned on what authority the committee gives the Board their recommendation when the Board has staff whose job and qualification it is to give us the correct information. Mr.. Frost explained that this was received and he did not feel that he could information that was not hand it out. Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals November 14, 1990 3 Chairman Aron referred to and read Part III of the Environmental Assessment Form which was signed by the Assistant Town Planner, George Frantz, dated 10/30/90. The form is attached as Exhibit #2. Chairman Aron read into the record the Adopted Resolution from the Planning Board of 11/6/90, attached as Exhibit #3. Mr. King asked, in regard to the Environmental Review Committee's comments, if the Planning Board considered their comments. Mr. Frost stated that the Planning Board did consider the comments from the ERC as part of their review. Mrs. Reuning stated that she thinks there are some illegitimate points on that page and she would be interested in knowing what the Planning Board did say. She thinks it would be good for the Board, not necessarily for this project, if Cornell would give the Town a plan of what is going to happen at that location. Mr. Stiers stated that he believes the Town Engineer spoke to the fact that a meeting had occurred. The large scale plan is in progress and the Planning Board had been in attendance at those meetings and based on that, this building is one fairly insignificant structure and wouldn't impede any future work out there. Chairman Aron asked Mr. Stiers how much security would be provided for the area. Mr. Stiers responded that Life Safety has their building staffed 24 hours a day. In order to get into the Orchards area, you have to go by the Life Safety building; the area is lit, and patrolled regularly. The cylinders would be chained together and in bulk on the loading dock. Mr. Frost presented a photo of the area and stated that one of the advantages in having the cylinders there is that it is not a densely populated area. Mr. Stiers stressed the danger of the trucks getting into and out of the Humphreys Service Building, which is a very congested area. Mr. King asked if" the tanks are stored inside at Humphreys Service Building. Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals November 14, 1990 0 Mr. Stiers said that at Humphreys they are stored in a semi - enclosed situation. The Fire Department prefers that they be stored in an open type situation. The new structure would be entirely open -sided. Environmental Assessment By Mr. Edward Austen, Seconded by Mr. Edward King. RESOLVED, that, in the matter of the Appeal of Cornell University requesting the special approval of the Board of Appeals for the proposed construction of a 30 -foot by 18 -foot "Gas Cylinder Storage Deck", proposed to be located on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2, Residence District R-30, in the Cornell Orchards on Palm Road adjacent to the General Stores Warehouse, the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals make and hereby does make a negative declaration of environmental significance based on the recommendations of the reviewer. Ayes - Austen, King, Reuning, Hines, Aron. Nays - None. MOTION By Mrs. Joan Reuning, seconded by Mr. Edward Austen. RESOLVED, that the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals grant and hereby does grant Special Approval for the construction of a 30 -foot by 18-fo6t Gas Cylinder Storage Dock, proposed to be located on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2, Residence District R-30, in the Cornell Orchards area, with the following findings. 19 that the construction of this dock will allow for better control and a more accessible location for this facility. 2* that the visibility is not a problem because there. is no one but Cornell who will be looking at the facility. 3a that no one appeared in opposition to the proposal. 4* that the construction meets the requirements of Section 77.7.of the Zoning Ordinance. Ayes - Reuning, Austen, Hines, King, Aron. Nays - None. The motion was carried unanimously. ?0d°�� �° TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1990 7:00 P.M. By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN.tkat Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, November 14, 1990, in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M., on the following matters. APPEAL of Cornell University, Owner/Appellant, Arthur G. Stiers, Agent, requesting the special approval of the Board of Appeals, pursuant to Article V, Section 18, Paragraph 4,' of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the proposed construction of a 30 -foot by 18 -foot "Gas Cylinder Storage Dock", proposed to be located on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No, 6-64-1-2, Residence District R-30, in the Cornell Orchards area on Palm Road adjacent to the General Stores Warehouse. APPEAL of Vinay and Saga Ambe.gaokar, Owners/Appellants, Ted Bronsnick, Agent, requesting the approval of or the grant of a building height variance with respect to the construction of a one-story, two -car, detached garage, set back five feet from the road right of way, at 3 Sugarbush Lane, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-61-1-14.5, Residence District R-15. The average natural slope of the subject property exceeds an 8 per cent fall at the road right of way line resulting in a building height for said proposed garage of 19 feet 10 inches. Article IV, Section 13, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance limits the height of detached garages to 15 feet unless the natural slope of a property exceeds an 8 per cent fall directly from the street line (not road right of way), in which case said Ordinance limits the height to only one story, which may be presumed to be greater than 15 feet in height. APPEAL of Glenn F. Hubbell, Owner/Appellant, requesting variance of the requirements of Article V,,Sections 18 and 19, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the operation of an antiques and second hand goods shop in an Agricultural District at 1308 Mecklenburg Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-27-1-14.1, (Residence District R-30 requlations apply). Said Ordinance does not permit antique and second hand businesses in a residential district. APPEAL of Chase Farm Associates, Owner/Appellant, Harrison Rue, Agent, requesting the special approval of the Board of Appeals, pursuant to Article IV, Section 12, Paragraph 3, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the continuation of the use of a residential property, located at 108 Ridgecrest Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcels No. 6-45-1-5.1 and -5.2, Residence District R-15, for business purposes with respect to the development of a residential area. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING (adjourned from October 10, 1990), under Article XIV, Sect on 7, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for an interpretation by the Board of Appeals of Article VII, Section 35, of said Ordinance to determine if any uses permitted in Business Districts "A", "B", and "C" may be permitted in a Business District "D", and further, to determine what sales/uses may be customarily encompassed within a gasoline sales station. Said Zoning Board of Appeals will at said time, 7:00 p.m., -and said place, hear all persons in support of such matters or objections thereto. Persons may appear by agent or in person. Andrew S. Frost '. Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer Town of Ithaca 273-1747 Dated: November 6, 1990 Publish: November 9, 1990 Cornell University -- Gas Cylinder Storage Dock �J -1- East of Orchards area, south of Route 366, and west of Game Farm Road Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, November 6, 1990 ADOPTED RESOLUTION: Cornell University -- Gas Cylinder Storage Dock East of Orchards area, south of Route 366, and west of Game Farm Road Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, November 6, 1990 MOTION by Mr. Robert Ken erson, seconded by Dr. William Lesser: WHEREAS: 1. This action is the Consideration of a Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals with respect to a request for Special Approval for a proposed 30 -foot by 18 -foot "Gas Cylinder Storage Dock", proposed to be located on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2. 2. The proposed project is located within the existing Cornell University General Stores warehouse storage yard, east -of the Cornell Orchards area approximately 2,100 feet south of NYS Route 366 and 2,500 feet west of Game Farm Road, in a Residence District R-30 zone. 3. This is an Unlisted action for which.the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals is legislatively determined to act as Lead Agency in coordinated review. The Town of Ithaca Planning Board is an involved agency in coordinated review. 4. The Planning Board, at Public Hearing on November 6, 1990, has reviewed the proposed site plan, environmental assessment form and review, and other submissions related to this proposal. 5. The Town Planning Department has recommended that a negative determination of environmental significance be made for this action. THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED: 1. That the Planning Board recommend and hereby does recommend to the Zoning Board of Appeals that a negative determination of environmental significance be made for this action. 2. That the Planning Board, in making recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals, determine and hereby does determine the following: a. There is a need for the proposed use in the proposed location. b. The existing and probable future character of the neighborhood will not be adversely affected. Cornell University -- Gas Cylinder Storage Dock East of Orchards area, south of Route 366, and west of Game Farm Road Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, November 6, 1990 -2- c. The proposed use is in accordance with a comprehensive plan of development of the Town. '" 3. That the Planning Board report and hereby does report to the Zoning Board of Appeals its recommendation that the request of .Cornell University for Special Approval for a proposed 30 -foot by 18 -foot "Gas Cylinder Storage Dock", proposed to be located in the storage yard area of the existing General Stores warehouse on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2, be approved. Aye - Grigorov, Kenerson, Baker, Lesser, Miller, Smith, Hoffmann. Nay - None. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Nand Town m. r•u.Li er, Secretary, of Ithaca Planning Board. November 13, 1990. TOWN OF ITHACA PLANNING BOARD 126 East Seneca Street Ithaca, New York TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 1990 A G E N D A 7:30 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Subdivision Approval for the proposed subdivision of approximately 1.35± acres from Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-34-1-4, located at 231 Enfield Falls Road, Residence District R-30. Estate of Ruth S. Royce, Owner, George R. Pfann, Esq., Agent, 7:45 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Preliminary Site Plan Approval for the proposed expansion of the East Hill Gulf gasoline station, located in a Business "D" District, at the corner of Ellis Hollow Road and Judd Falls Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-62-2-1.13, such expansion consisting of replacement of the existing canopy, pumps, and cashier's booth with a larger canopy, new pumps, and larger cashier's booth, demolition of an existing film/photo developing kiosk on the site, and modification of the entry drives to the site. Robert W. Andree, Applicant. [Adjourned from September 4, 1990, and October 2, 1990.1 8:15 P.M. 8:45 P.M. 9:15 P.M. 9:45 P.M. 10:00 P.M. 10:30 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Final Subdivision Approval for Phase I -A of the proposed "Shalebrook" subdivision, proposed to consist of 12 lots on 14.25± acres, located at 1138 Trumansburg Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-27-1-11.2, Residence District R-15. Richard and Jo Perry, Owners/Applicants; Thomas Niederkorn, Agent, PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Final the proposed subdivision of Town of 6-23-1-29.1 and -29.2 (formerly approximately ten acres total, located Subdivision Approval for Ithaca Tax Parcels No. Parcel No. 6-23-1-29), at 1445 Trumansburg Road, into ten lots, one of which contains an existing dwelling. Guy L. Burrell, Beatrice B. Burrell, and John Tilitz, Owners; John Tilitz, Applicant, proposed to be located on Town of PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of a Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals with respect to a request for Special Approval for a proposed 30 -foot by 18 -foot "Gas Cylinder Storage Dock", proposed to be located on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-21 east of the Cornell Orchards area approximately 2,100 feet south of NYS Route 366 and 2,500 feet west of Game Farm Road, Residence District R-30. Cornell University, Owner; Arthur G. Stiers, Agent. � Report on the proposed New York State Department of Transportation Route 13 bridge replacement and road improvement project. Other business. Adjournment. Susan C. Beeners Town Planner NOTE: IF ANY MEMBER OF THE PLANNING BOARD IS UNABLE TO ATTEND, PLEASE NOTIFY THE PLANNING BOARD SECRETARY, NANCY FULLER, IMMEDIATELY AT 273-1747. A QUORUM (5) IS NECESSARY TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING. 7` TOWN OF ITHACA 126 East Seneca Street Ithaca, New York 14850 (607) 273-1747 S P E C I A L A P P R O V A L QST FEE, S1 .00 r� RECEIVED: 16 b CASH CHECK ZONING: For Office Use Only Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer and the of the Town of Ithaca, New York Having been informed that authorization is required to: Construct a gas cylinder storage dock for Cornell University. at The existing General Store Warehouse , Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. , as shown on the accompanying application and/or plans or other supporting documents. The Special Approval authoriza- tion is requested pursuant to: Article(s) Section(s) of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, the UNDERSIGNED respectfully submits this request for Special Approval authorization. (Additional sheets say be attached as necessary.) _(Please see the attached construction documents and site/location plans:) This gas cylinder storage dock construction would allow the relocation of common compressor _was cylinders to a better controller and more accessib-je-location at Cornell Univer- sit_y's General Store Warehouse Site. These cases are currently stored at the Humphreys Service Building. .This arrangement means the cylinders must be handled (Cont.) By filing this application, I grant permission for members of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals or staff to enter my property to inspect in connection with my applica- tion. Signature of Owner/Appellant: Signature of Appellant/Agent: Home Telephone Number: 60 Da.141— Work Telephone Number3 (607) 255-4824te !%�'�Date: "j'og7 PIM twice to be delivered or returned by users in the campus community. This Facility will bo cut handling by being located at the distribution point and improve safety through better supervision. The gases are used in welding and similiar functions. Typically, these common gases are oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, helium, acetylene, carbon dioxide, air, propane, and argon. PLOT PLAN INFORMATION TO BE SF)DdN of Owner/Appellant: 1. Dimensions of lot. 4. Dimenslcns and location of proposed stricture(s) or 2. Distance of structures from: or addition(s). a. Road, 5. Names of neighbors Mho bound lot. b. Both side lot lines, 6. Setback of neighbors. c. Rear of lot. 7. Street name and nLrrber. 3. North arrow. 8. Show existing structures in contrasting lines. Please see attached site plan and.location plan. Signature of Owner/Appellant: Signature of Appellant/Agent: Date. Date. /9� i I 30 CHAIN & BOLLARD FEMM - I �i EXISTING GRAVEL AREA I AMX. 210 FT. I. NORTH LOCATION PLAN '1• 0 Virus \ Lab. i Plant Breeding Buildings . Farm I=t" 0 BTI Barn �1 Farm Service 1 Shops Complex PALM ROAD — — - i Maintenance and Service perations Gar II �� Apple Orchard I 1 r ILI __- _---------SII IU I II I.H� II / II 11 � II � I I / 11 1 11 It_ ---===-1- I' --- - �- II � Annex I Ub►ary rrr- Sett Grit Storage Animal Wase U Lab Materiel Control \ ., CASCADILLA CREEK SFE i Poultry Science PP�nent Barrn i U CORNELL UNIVERSITY OWNS ALL ADJACENT PROPERTY TO THIS PROJECT TO A DISTANCE GREATER THAN 500' FEET SITE PLAN SCALE 10- 400' ` 14.1$•4(2/87)—Text 12 PROJECT I.D. NUMBER 617.21 SEOR Appendix C State Environmental Ousllty Review SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM For UNLISTED ACTIONS Only PART I—PROJECT INFORMATION (To be comDleted by ADD11cant or Prolect iannnanrl 1. APPLICANT /SPONSOR 2. PROJECT NAME Cornell University, Ithaca, NY General Stores Warehouse Gas Cylinder Dock 3. PROJECT LOCATION: Municipality Town of Ithaca County Tompkins Count - New York 4. PRECISE LOCATION (Street address and road Intersections, prominent landmarks, etc., or provide map) See Attached Location Plan See Attached Site Plan 5, IS PROPOSED ACTION: ❑ New ® Expansion ❑ Modificationtalteration 8, DESCRIBE PROJECT BRIEFLY: Covered Storage Dock For Storage and Handling of Compressed Gas Cylinders, 7, AMOUNT OF LAND AFFECTED: S. Ft . Initially 652.5 Ultimately acres Be WILL PROPOSED ACTION COMPLY WITH EXISTING ZONING OR OTHER EXISTING LAND USE RESTRICTIONS? ® Yes ❑ No If No, describe briefly 9. WHAT IS PRESENT LAND USE IN VICINITY OF PROJECT? ❑ Residential ® Industrial ❑ Commercial ® Agriculture ® ParktForestiopen space ❑ Other Describe: 10. DOES ACTION INVOLVE A PERMIT APPROVAL, OR FUNDING, NOW OR ULTIMATELY FROM ANY OTHER GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY (FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL)? ❑ Yea No If yes, list agency(s) and pennittapprovals 11. DOES ANY ASPECT OF THE ACTION HAVE A CURRENTLY VAUD PERMIT OR APPROVAL? ® Yes ❑ No If yes, list agency name and permWapproval Special Approval For Existing Materials Control Facility. 12. AS A RESULT OF PROPOSED ACTION'WILL EXISTING PERMITIAPPROVAL REQUIRE MODIFICATION? ® Yea ❑ No I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applleanl1sponsor name: 441ur V,,Lt i e r s Date: 9/27/90 15e. A Signature:ze:1A If the action is In the Coastal Area, and you are a state agency, complete the I Coastal Assessment Form More proceeding with this assessment OVER 1 f PART 11 — ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (To be oompleted by the Town of Ithaca; Use attachments as i A. Does proposed action exceed any Type I Threshold in 6 NYCRR, Part 617.12 or Town Environmental Local Law? YES Lj NO © If yes, coordinate the review process and use the Full EAF. B. Will proposed action receive coordinated review as provided for unlisted actions in 6 NYCRR, Part 617.6? YES ® NO El (If no, a negative declaration may be superseded by another involved agency, if any.) C. Could proposed action result in any adverse effects associated with the following: (Answers may be handwritten, if legible) C i . Existing air quality, surface or groundwater quality, noise levels, existing traffic patterns, solid waste production and disposal, potential for erosion, drainage or flooding problems? Explain briefly : C2. Aesthetic, agricultural, archaeological, historic, or other natural or cultural resources? Community or neighborhood character? Explain briefly* SEE AZTA= C3. Vegetation or fauna, fish, shellfish or wildlife species, significant -habitats, unique natural areas, wetlands, or threatened or endangered species? Explain briefly : M : M : y.lale C4. The Town's existing plans or goals as officially adopted, or a change in use or intensity of use of land or other natural resources? Explain briefly : C5. Growth, subsequent development, or related activities likely to be induced by the proposed action? Explain briefly cl Y�1:L�J; bl: C6. Longterm, short term, cumulative, or other effects -not identified in C I - C5? Explain briefly : C7. Other impacts (including changes in use of either quantity or type of energy)? Explain briefly : «DDI 1M1rV%0101 D. Is there, or is there likely to be, controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts? YES NO. ® If yes, explain briefly E. Comments of staff LKJ, CAC LX, Other U attached. (Check applicable boxes) PART III — DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE (To be completed by the Town of Ithaca) Instructions: For each adverse effect identified above, determine whether it is substantial, large, important or otherwise significant. Each effect should be assessed in connection with its (a) setting (ie. urban or rural); (b) probability of occurring; (c) duration; (d) irreversibility; (e) geographic scope; and (f) magnitude. If necessary, add attachments or reference supporting materials. Ensure that explanations contain sufficient detail to show that all relevant adverse impacts have been identified and adequatelu addressed. Check this box if you have identified one or more potentially large or significant adverse impacts which MAY occur. Then proceed directly to the full EAF and/or prepare a positive declaration. Check this box if you have determined, based on the information and analysis above and any supporting documentation, that the proposed action WILL NOT result in any significant adverse environmental impacts AND provide on attach- ments as necessary, the reasons supporting this determination. _ ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS HENRY ARON, CHAIRMAN Name & Title of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency OT KesDons Signature of Contributing Preparer Date: PART 11 ss� ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT* Proposed Gas Cylinder Storage Doct. Cornel[ 1hters1t)tGeneral Stores Warehouse, A. Does Action exceed any TYPE I threshold in 6 NYCRR, PART 617.12? Yes No Action is UNLISTED.c_ B. Will Action receive coordinated review as provided for UNLISTED Actions in 6 NYCRR, PART 617.6? Yeses No Involved Agency0es): Town of Ithaca Planning Board, toning Board of Appeals C. Could Action result in any adverse effects associated with the following: C1.Existing air quality, surface or groundwater quality or quantity, noise levels, existing traffic patterns, solid waste production or disposal, potential for erosion, drainage or flooding problems? Explain briefly: None anticlpated� Proposed action is the construction of a 30'x 18' raised platform with roof for the storage of 20 Ib and 1001b size gas cylinders used in ongoing University operations. Gas�vhich are proposed to be stored on the dock are: oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, helium, argon, acetylene, and compressed air. Proposed structure will be constructed within existing storage yard and adjacent to the General Stores warehouse. No significant adverse impacts with regard to the above environmental concerns are expected as a result of this action. C2. Aesthetic, agricultural, archaeological, historic, or other natural resources; or community or neighborhood character? Explain briefly: No significant adverse impacts anticipated. No known archaeological or historic resources, or agricultural or other natural resources, exist on the site, or are expected to otherwise be affected. No significant adverse effects on neighborhood character expected as a result of the proposed action. Site is screened from the east (Game Farm Road direction) by an existing earth berm directly adjacent to site, and by a natural rise in land further east; from the north (NYS Route 366) by existing buildings; from the west by topography; and from the south by topography and vegetation. The Town of Ithaca East Ithaca Recreation Way is approximately 500 feet south of the proposed storage dock. It is screened from the storage yard area and proposed dock however by a band of trees and brush, and the +/- 30 foot high ravine side. C3. Vegetation or fauna, fish, shellfish or wildlife species, significant habitats, or threatened or other natural resources? Explain briefly. No significant adverse impacts anticipated. No significant habitats or endangered or otherwise significant vegetation or wildlife species, or other natural resources are known to exist on the site. C4. A community's existing plans or goals as officially adopted, or a change in use or intensity of use of land or other natural resources? Explain briefly: None expected. The site is zoned Residence District R-30. The proposed action is in support of ongoing education -related university operations, and as such Is considered a permitted use under the Residence District R-30 regulations. The changes in use or intensityof use of the land as a result of the proposed action are limited In nature and not expected to have any significant adverse impacts. CS. Growth, subsequent development, or related activities likely to be induced by the proposed action? Explain briefly: None anticipated. C6. Long term, short term, cumulative, or other effects not identified In C I -CS? Explain briefly: None anticipated, C7 Other impacts (including changes in use of either quantity or type of energy)? Explain briefly: None anticipated, D. Is there. or is there likely to be. controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts? Yes NoJL If Yes, explain briefly PART Ill — DETERnINAT1ON OF S16NIFICANCE Given the small scale of the proposed action, its conformance with Town of Ithaca Zoning, its similarity with the character of the surrounding land uses, and reasons given above, a negative determination of environmental significance is recommended for the above referenced project. LEAD AGENCY: Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals REVIEWER: George R. Frantz, Assistant Town Planner f DATE: 10/30/90 p 4:�-Wft*� 10/30/90 ER Comm.'s comments on CU's gas sylinder storage shed We note that some EAF Qs were ans'd. incorrectly: #8 yes should be no #11 yes should be no We note that we were not supplied with topographic that we could not properly analyze impacts. We note that the additional information that would by the new EAFs was not supplied Z "W90 information, so have been provided We note that this project is an additional incremental industrial use in an R-30 zone Our recommendation: Is there some urgency for this project? Y the present storage system for these gas sylinders a dangerous situation? 4:�-Wft*� 10/30/90 ER Comm.'s comments on CU's gas sylinder storage shed We note that some EAF Qs were ans'd. incorrectly: #8 yes should be no #11 yes should be no We note that we were not supplied with topographic that we could not properly analyze impacts. We note that the additional information that would by the new EAFs was not supplied Z "W90 information, so have been provided We note that this project is an additional incremental industrial use in an R-30 zone Our recommendation: Is there some urgency for this project? I.e., Is the present storage system for these gas sylinders a dangerous situation? If yes -- then applicant must come back with a statement of how this project will address that danger. Project review could then move ahead, but not until after applicant provides a security design (so that, e.g., the open shed will not be accesible to vandals) -- and provides analysis of any potential impacts on (1). Cascadilla creek and (2) BTI experiments. If no -- then do not act on this project at all until CU has supplied a DEIS on its entire plans for this part of town, to include among other things details on where all of the University's industrial -type support facilities are to be located. And for this particular project, in proximity to Casca- dilla, we assume the EIS will address -general protection for that stream and gorge. TOWN OF ITHACA AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING AND PUBLICATION T, Jean H. Swartwood, being duly sworn, depose and say that I am the Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York; that the following Notice has been duly posted on the Sign Board of the Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca and that said Notice has been duly published in the local newspaper, The Ithaca Journal. Notice of Public Hearings to be held by the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, Ithaca, New York on Wednesday. November 14, 1990, commencing at 7:00 P.M., as per attached. Location of Sign Board used for Posting: Located at front bulletin board of Town Hall. Date of Posting: November 8, 1990 Date of Publication: November 9, 1990 STATE OF NEW YORK )SS.: COUNTY OF TOMPKINS ) Town Clerk Town of Ithaca Sworn to and subscribed before me this 13th day of November, 1990. F• 1v ary Public BETTY, E POOLE' NOTARY PUBLlC STATE OF NEW YORK #4646`427, 4 d The Ithaca Journal Friday,November 9, 1990 , TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS i NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS WED., NOV. 141 1990, 7P.M. By Direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Ap- peals NOTICE IS HEREBY iGIVEN that Public Hearing will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, No- ivember •14, 1990'in Town ,Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, !WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., COMMENCING AT 7:00 P. M., !on the following matters. iAPPEAL of Cornell Universityy 'Owner/Appellant, Arthur G ,Stiers, Agent, requesting the special approval of the Board 10 p le Iv, Seceons18uParagraph 4,cof the Town of Ithaca Zoning Or- dinance, for the proposed construction of a 30 -foot by 18 -foot "Gas Cylinder Storage f Dock", proposed to be located on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2, Residence Dis- trict R-30, in the Cornell Or - chords area on Palm Road ad- jacent to the General Stores Warehouse. APPEAL Of Vinay and Saga Ambegaokar, Owners/Appel- lants, Ted Bron'snick, Agent, requesting the approval of or I the grant of a building height variance with respect to the construction of a one-story, two -car, detached garage, set back five feet from the road right of way, at 3 Sugarbush j Lane, Town of Ithaca Tax Par- cel No. 6-61-1-14.5, Residence 1 :District R-15. The average nat- ural slope of the subject prop- , lerty exceeds an 8 per cent fall at the road right of vvoy line 'resulting in a building height for said proposed garage of 19 feet 10 inches. Article IV, Sec- tion 13, of the Town of Ithaca iZoning Ordinance limits the height of detached garages to ; 15 feet unless the natural 'slope of a property, exceeds an 8 per cent fall directly from the street line (not road right of way), in which case said"j Ordinance limits the height to only one story, which may be presumed to be greater than 15 feet in height. APPEAL of Glenn F. Hubbell, Owner/Appellant, requesting variance of the requirements of Article V, Sections 18 and 19, of the Town of Ithaca Zon- ing Ordinance, for the opera- tion of an antiques and sec- ond hand goods shop in an Agricultural District at 1308 Mecklenburg Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-27-1- 14.1, (Residence District R-30 ,regulations apply). -Said Ordi- nonce does not permit antique and second hand businesses in a residential district. APPEAL of Chase Farm Asso- ciates•, Owner/Appellant, Harrison Rue, Agent, request- ing'the special approval of the Board of Appeals, pursuant to Article IV, Section 12, Par- agroph 3, of the Town of Itha- ca Zoning Ordinance, for the tcontinuation of the use of a 1 residential property, located at 108 Ridgecrest Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcels No. 6-45-1 1-5.1 and -5.2, Residence Dis-' trict R-15, for business pur- poses with respect to the de- velopment of a residential area. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING ! 1990), r under XIV, SeOctober c- , - tion 77, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for an in- terpretation by the Board of Appeals of Article VII, Section 35, of said Ordinance to deter- mine if any uses permitted in Business Districts "A", ,-B„ and "C" may be permitted in a Business District "D",, and further, to determine what sales/uses may be customari- ly encompassed within a gas- oline sales station. Said Zoning'Board of Appeals will at said time, 7:00 p.m., and said place, hear all per- sons in support of such matters ! or objections thereto. Persons; may appear by agent or in person. Andrew S. Frost Building Inspector/Zolning; Enforcement Officer' Town of Ithaca November 9, 1990 273-1747 TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1990 7:00 P.M. By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN.t4at Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, November 14, 1990, in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M., on the following matters. APPEAL of Cornell. University, Owner/Appellant, Arthur G. Stiers, Agent, requesting the special approval of the Board of Appeals, pursuant to Article V, Section 181 Paragraph 4, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the proposed construction of a 30 -foot by 18 -foot "Gas Cylinder Storage Dock", proposed to be located on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No..6-64-1-2, Residence District R-30, in the Cornell Orchards area on Palm Road adjacent to the General Stores Warehouse. APPEAL of Vinay and Saga Ambegaokar, Owners/Appellants, Ted Bronsnick, Agent, requesting the approval of or the grant of a building height variance with respect to the construction of a one-story, two -car, detached garage, set back five feet from the road right of way, at 3 Sugarbush Lane, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-61-1-14.5, Residence District R-15. The average natural slope of the subject property exceeds an 8 per cent fall at the road right of way line resulting in a building height for said proposed garage of 19 feet 10 inches. Article IV, Section 13, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance limits the height of detached garages to 15 feet unless the natural slope of a property exceeds an 8 per cent fall directly from the street line (not road right of way), in which case said Ordinance limits the height to only one story, which may be presumed to be greater than 15 feet in height. APPEAL of Glenn F. Hubbell, Owner/Appellant, requesting variance of the requirements of Article V, Sections 18 and 19, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the operation of an antiques and second hand goods shop in an Agricultural District at 1308 Mecklenburg Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-27-1-14.1, (Residence District R-30 requlations apply). Said Ordinance does not permit antique and second hand businesses in a residential district. APPEAL of Chase Farm Associates, Owner/Appellant, Harrison Rue, Agent, requesting the special approval of the Board of Appeals, pursuant to Article IV, Section 12, Paragraph 3, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the continuation of the use of a residential property, .located at 108 Ridgecrest Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcels No. 6-45-1-5.1 and -5.2, Residence District R-15, for business purposes with respect to the development of a residential area. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING (adjourned from October 10, 1990), under Article XIV, Section 77, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for an interpretation by the Board of Appeals of Article VII, Section 35, of said Ordinance to determine if any uses permitted in Business Districts "A", "B", and "C" may be permitted in a Business District "D", and further, to determine what sales/uses may be customarily encompassed within a gasoline sales station. Said Zoning Board of Appeals will at place, hear all persons in support of such Persons may appear by agent or in person. Dated: November 6, 1990 Publish: November 9, 1990 said time, 7:00 p.m.,.and said matters or objections thereto. Andrew S. Frost Building Inspector/Zoning Town of Ithaca 273-1747 f Enforcement Officer AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAIL STATE OF NEW YORK ) COUNTY OF TOMPKINS ) Dani L. Holford, SS.. being duly sworn, deposes and says, that deponent is not a party to the actions, is over 21 years of age and resides at 2687 County Road 139, Ovid, NY 14521. That the 8th day of November, 1990, deponent served the within Notice upon: John E. Majeroni, CU Real Estate Department 20 Thornwood Drive, #103 Ithaca, NY 14850 Shirley K. Egan, CU Assoc. Univ. Council 500 Day Hall Ithaca, NY 14853 Peggy Waldbridge 1561 Ellis Hollow Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Lewis S. Roscoe, CU Dir./Campus Planning 102 Humphreys Service Bldg. Ithaca, NY 14853 Peggy Robinson 324 Mitchell Street Ithaca, NY 14850 East Lawn Cemetery Assoc. 934 Mitchell Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Susanne Lloyd, Clerk Town of Dryden 65 East Main Street Dryden, NY 13053 Arthur Stiers Facilities Engineering Cornell University Humphreys Service Bldg. Ithaca, NY 14853 Vinay & Saga Ambegaokar 3 Sugarbush Lane Ithaca, NY 14850 Vitaly & Natalia Spitsberg 124 Snyder Hill Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Maurice Dusky Ellis Hollow Road Apts. 1028 Ellis Hollow Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Helen M. Griffin Ellis Hollow Road Apts. 1028 Ellis Hollow Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Diane Welch 407 Mitchell Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Nancy Krook 113 Pine Tree Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Robin Seeley 332 Hurd Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Cindy Sherman 3 Snyder Heights Ithaca, NY 14850 NYS Housing Finance Agency c/o Dorm Auth. of NYS 161 Delaware Ave. Delmar, NY 12054-1398 Dormitory Auth. of NYS 161 Delaware Ave. Delmar, NY 12054-1398 Ted Bronsnick 511 West Seneca Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Hollis Erb 118 Snyder Hill Road Ithaca, NY 14850 r. 9 Geoffrey & Carolyn Chester 5 Sugarbush Lane Ithaca, NY 14850 Gerrard & G. Obrien 130 Snyder Hill Road Ithaca, NY 14850 John & Audrey Lowe 136 Snyder Hill Road Ithaca, NY 14850 John E. Majeroni, CU Real Estate Department 20 Thornwood Drive, #103 Ithaca, NY 14850 Glenn Hubbell 1308 Mecklenburg Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Eddy Hill, Inc. c/o Jacqueline Eddy Bostwick Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Anthony Ceracche Enterprises 522 West State Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Edward Murphy 1220 Mecklenburg Road Ithaca, NY 14850 James Ideman P.O. Box 941 Moravia, NY 13118 Butterfield Associates 301 East State Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Butterfield Associates P.U. Box J Ithaca, NY 14851 Marc & Loretta Macaluso 15 Chase Lane Ithaca, NY 14850 Chase Farm Associates 301 East State Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Roger Sayre & Carolyn Richter 110 Ridgecrest Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Roberto & Lynn Bertoia 113 Ridgecrest Road Ithaca, NY 14850 2 - James Jr. & Daisy Sweet 120 Snyder Hill Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Ron & Eva Hoffmann 4 Sugarbush Lane Ithaca, NY 14850 Carolyn Grigorov 126 Snyder Hill Road Ithaca, NY 14850 K Ostlund & B Lang 185 West Haven Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Maria Gaydosh 1295 Mecklenburg Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Lakeside Development Inc. P.O. Box 248 Watkins Glen, NY 14891 Robert & Joyce Wright 4641 E. Desmoines Street Mesa, AZ 85205 Joseph & Carole Jeraci 112 Ridgecrest Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Edward & Barbara Gregoire 175 East King Road Ithaca, NY 14850 David & Patricia Swartout 107 Ridgecrest Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Allan & Kathleen Baker 109 Ridgecrest Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Broderick & Barbara Holt 23 Chase Lane Ithaca, NY 14850 Callista Paolangeli, Clerk City of Ithaca 108 E. Green Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Eric Datz, Bldg. Comm. City of Ithaca 108 East Green Street Ithaca, NY 14850 3 - James W. Hanson, Jr. Commissioner of Ping. Biggs Building A 301 Dates Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 By depositing same enclosed in a postpaid addressed wrapper, in a post office under the exclusive care and custody of the United States Post Office Department within the State of New York. Sworn to before me this 13th day of November, 1990 Notary Public Dani L. Holfo TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE.OF PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 141 1990 7:00 P.M. By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN :t4at Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, November 14, 1990, in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M., on the following matters. APPEAL of Cornell University, Owner/Appellant, Arthur G. Stiers, Agent, requesting the special approval of the Board of Appeals, pursuant to Article V, Section 18, Paragraph 4, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the proposed construction of a 30 -foot by 18 -foot "Gas Cylinder Storage Dock", proposed to be located on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2, Residence District R-30, in the Cornell Orchards area on Palm Road adjacent to the General Stores Warehouse. APPEAL of Vinay and Saga Ambegaokar, Owners/Appellants, Ted Bronsnick, Agent, requesting the approval of or the grant of a building height variance with respect to the construction of a one-story, two -car, detached garage, set back five feet from the road right of way, at 3 Sugarbush Lane, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-61-1-14.5, Residence District'R-15. The average natural slope of the subject property exceeds an 8 per cent fall at the road right of way line resulting in a building height for said proposed garage of 19 feet 10 inches. Article IV, Section 13, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance limits the height of detached garages to 15 feet unless the natural slope of a property exceeds an 8 per cent fall directly from the street line (not road right of way), in which case said Ordinance limits the height to only one story, which may presumed to be greater than 15 feet in height. APPEAL of Glenn F. Hubbell, Owner/Appellant, requesting variance of the requirements of Article V. Sections 18 and 19, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the operation of an antiques and second hand goods shop in an Agricultural District at 1308 Mecklenburg Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-27-1-14.1, (Residence District R-30 requlations apply). Said Ordinance does not permit antique and second hand businesses in a residential district. APPEAL of Chase Farm Associates, Owner/Appellant, Harrison Rue, Agent, requesting the special approval of the Board of Appeals, pursuant to Article IV, Section 12, Paragraph 3, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for the continuation of the use of a residential property, located at 108 Ridgecrest Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcels No. 6-45-1-5.1 and -5.2, Residence District R-15, for business purposes with respect to the development of a residential area. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING (adjourned from October 10, 1990), under Article XIV, Section 77, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, for an interpretation by the Board of Appeals of Article VII, Section 35, of said Ordinance to determine if any uses permitted in Business Districts "A", "B", and "C" may be permitted in a Business District "D", and further, to determine what sales/uses may be customarily encompassed within a gasoline sales station. Said Zoning Board of Appeals will at said time, 7:00 p.m.,.and said place, hear all persons in support of such matters or objections thereto. Persons may appear by agent or in person. Andrew S. Frost 1� Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer Town of Ithaca 273-1747 Dated: November 6, 1990 Publish: November 9, 1990 Town of Ithaca Zoning Board .of Appeals July 10, 1991 7 6o that the entire pad may berelocated up, to 15 feet. to the west. -so that it, would line. up with ,the easterly wall of the existing building to the. north. 7* that the landscaping -.of the dumpster. site be approved by the_Town Planner. A vote on the Motion resulted as follows: Ayes - King, Hines,. Reuning, Scala,.Austen. Nays - None. - The Motion was carried unanimously`. A Local Law Amending the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance relating to permitted uses in'business district "D". Mr. Frost referred to a memo from John Czamanske,. Planning Technician, in regard to a Local Law amending the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance relating to.permitted uses in business district "D". The memo and attached proposed local law are attached hereto as Exhibit.#7. MOTION: By Mr. Robert Hines, seconded'by Mr. Edward_Austen: WHEREAS, due to the fact, that the Zoning :Board of Appeals has dealt. with this issue and wrestled with the difficulty of resolving the needs of the changing market situation of the petroleum industry, and . WHEREAS, 'the Board "thinks this amendment is an appropriate solution to meet the needs of the community, addresses the issue, provides a clear guideline to the public that is involved, and its'protection lies within the purview of site plan approval; now,"'therefore, be it RESOLVED, that, the Zoning Board *of Appeals extends their sentiments in favor of a Local Law amending the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance relating to „permitted uses in business district "D A vote Ion the motion resulted as follows: Ayes*,- Hines, Austen, Reuning. Abstention - King. Absent from vote - Scala. The Motion was carried. Town of Ithaca ;' 6 Zoning Board of Appeals July 10, 1991 the area of the Maintenance: an'd Service Operations Garage, located- off 'N'.Y.S. r'Route 166 on Corn`e'll'-'University's Palm Road, Town oft Ithaca Tax -'Parcel No. --6=64-1-2, Residence = District R-30, the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals make 'and hereby does make'a negative declaration 'of environmental significance, on the findings of Assistant' Town Planner Frantz and as recommended by the Planning Board by Resolution on July 2, 1991. A vote on' the Motion'* resulted as- follows Ayes - Hines, King,,,Austen, Reuning, Scala. Nays - None. The Motion carr;ied unanimously. _. �. MOTION' By -Mr. Edward King, seconded by''Mr. Robert Hines. RESOLVED, that the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of 'Appeals approve and hereby does approve the modifications to the Special Approval that was granted to Cornell University by this Board on October 10, 1990 for the placement of an above- ground 'fuel storage tank within' the area'o`f the Maintenance and Service Operations Garage, located off N.Y.S._ Rte. 366 on Cornell 'University/ s Palm Road', Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2, Residence'Distr-ict R-30, with the following findings r and -conditions, 1. that these. modifications will. -eliminate -the service island and 'canopy and,= the shed "ov,er the tanks,.. 2 . that these :'modifications _will relocate the olseparator and change the site_ :gradiri.gs ; 71 3.1 that these modifications will add,two dumpsters to the r.West of the area: 7r" 40 that the'-Tinah'-planting 'plan be` submitted ,to the Town Planning Department for approval and that the proposed plantings be completed by.October 1,.199.2. 5* that the Board's approval would also permit the re- orienting of the tanks to at. east -west access or relocating them parallel for access. E Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals July 10, 1991 The next Appeal to be heard by the Board was the.following: 5 APPEAL OF CORNELL UNIVERSITY, OWNER,LAWRENCE P. FABBRONI,. P.E., AGENT, REQUESTING A MODIFICATION OF THE SPECIAL APPROVAL GRANTED BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS ON OCTOBER 10;! 1990, FOR THE PLACEMENT OF AN ABOVE -GROUND FUEL STORAGE TANmp K WITHIN .THE AREA OF THE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE'OPERATIONS.GARAGE, LOCATED OFF N.Y.S. RTE. 366 ON CORNELL UNIVERSITY'S PALM ROAD, TOWN OF ITHACA`i'TAX PARCEL NO. 6-64-1-2, RESIDENCE DISTRICT.R-30. SAID. MODIFICATION IS FOR"THE PLACEMENT OF THE FOEL.STORAGE..TANK`IN A DIFFERENT ON -.SITE LOCATION FROM THAT. PREVIOUSLY- APPROVED. THE MODIFICATION IS.. REQUESTED UNDER ARTICLE V, SECTION 18, OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING ORDINANCE Mr. Lawrence P. Fabbroni, P . E . , Agent, referred to an original and a revised site plan for the proposed changes as requested of the Board. Tile explained that the proposed changes are being made for primarily economic reasons and secondly, subsequent to the Board's approval, they were able to go ,and visit a number of facilities and there:,seemed to be simpler ways to.handle the fuel dispensing while still building in the safeguards for the site and that is what led to the revised plan. The,new site plan map is attached hereto as Exhibit #4. -- Mr. Fabbroni-explained about the proposed tanks and how they would operate. He presented a ,colored sketch of the' lands'ca'ping',' `` t that is proposed for the area,,which includes dumpsters behind a mound feature. Chairman Austen opened the public hearing. No one appeared to address the Board. Chairman Austen closed the public hearing. Chairman Austen referred to the Adopted Resolution from the Planning Board meeting on July 2,-19.91.. T.he Resolution is attached hereto as Exhibit #5. Chairman Austen referred to .the S/EAF and its review. as signed by the Assistant Town Planner on'June .28, 1991,. attached hereto as Exhibit #6. Environmental Assessment MOTION By. Mr. Robert Hines, seconded by Mrs. Joan Reuning: RESOLVED, that, in the matter of the Appeal of Cornell University requesting a modification of the Special Approval granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals on October 10, 1990, for the placement of an above -ground fuel storage tank within Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals July 10, 1991 MOTION IJ • � la • _ - 1 - • , 0 ->� By Mrs. J a" .E� Reuning; seconded` by Mr Pete r Scaia=: r. ILI RESOLVED, " that . •.theII ' lS.Town .of 'Ithaca Zoning Board`' ofAppeals approve and' hereby does approve a mod;ifi_cat-ion`'•of�.,'th'e'`Special Approval granted'b'y _the llP`1°anning Board for a t'emporary parking lot at the site of the former, Oxley Arena' "'to' allow' the placement of up, to six stor'a'ge:. °trailers for' the purpose of storing, construction material,,. for 'ongoing 'construction e P at Cornel11 Uniyersity,.'subjec.t oto the foll=owing conditions: _ ! is the placement of such trailers shall terminate at the same time as -;-the expiration of 'the special approval previously, granted. c•. 12 storage shall be limited to' normal construction supplies and no •toxic' materials '•shall be stored in any of 'the trailers. ' all_ 3all other terms of the -prior Special 'Approval 'shall remain in effect. and be it fur -they l,lilIlt RESOLVED; -that'the referenced time condition imposed shall be: fill 1. that the Special Approval, shall remain in effect until January 1•; 1997. A vote on the Motion resulted as follows: All - 1 1 Ayes `'= Reuning; Austen, King_,y�, Hine'S, Scala. Nays,- None, The' Motion carried -unanimously. 7 TOWN OF ITHACA 126 East Seneca Street Ithaca, New York 14850 (607) 273-1747 S PECIAL APPROVAL to the FEE: $100.00 RECEIVED: CASH CHECK ZONING: For Office Use Only Building Inspector/.Zoning Enforcement Officer and the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca, New York Having been informed that authorization is required to: /5WkC /o &0*T /A4 F C 1 / ry at Cb,P/0� (.y� No.� ,Si?J or I%$0 Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel as shown on the accompanying application and/or plans or other supporting documents. The Special Approval authoriza- tion is requested pursuant to: Article(s) V Section (s )��• 4, 19, �D , of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, the UNDERSIGNED respectfully submits this request for Special Approval authorization. (Additional sheets may be attached as necessary.) By filing this application, I grant permission for members of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals or staff to enter my property to inspect in connection with my applica tion. Signature of Owner/Appellant: Signature of Appellant/Agent: Home Telephone Number: l Date: Work Telephone.Numbe Town Assigned Project ID Number Town of Ithaca Environmental Review SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM For UNLISTED ACTIONS Located in the Town of Ithaca, Tompkins County ONLY Rev. 10/90 PART 1 - Project Information (To be completed by Applicant or Project Sponsor) 1 . Applicant/Sponsor: 2. Project Name. c oto/YF� v!�/r1 ' Sr7'y Fv� sTo,PA /j%,� eO G/g/ 3. Precise Location (Street Address and Road Intersections, prominent landmarks, etc. or provide map): . of /V50 G' (44 W6Xe,Fi?N C 5) 4 Syk4; Q*IYCKI� 604 k7/0C)l%C< Tax Parcel Number: 4, Is Proposed Action: NEW EXPANSION f7/1 MODIFICATION/ALTERATION 5. Describe Project Briefly (Include project purpose, present land use, current and future construction plans, and other relevant items) : 4- 10RIOR S/7�' /°/9W /S A06 /FY,�z� 4S F Pui>rF �o/ck /S /.ANa r CgA/cF/ ,(iii/iYr9J`,>� &5. 76 &0�'�`T 0C)T6ACK-Z J Pu��PS /10va To 19Kkc 2. St(a ot/ ��Qk0L)1'4,yi'1 Fr4G UG �9NS�olq JP,liA7E?�o, C�AdrY�NDa3. C3irCR�T`'COK?ii/NMk%Nr NAf� )cl ? o4 i)tyY "Xw RVN0 f r % FAc C g 7-4z 01<1SrPAA470R . SiTfi' GiPI44011rG ?o eeM" l� %C N ,. Al � 7 fi, fjCC v,: VIZ '1611 C i?1' iverri-2K o,`' Poale4ic 6,oMPSN� 7�H/►SF � or c��j tvfiL` i� (Attach separate sheet(s) if necessary to adequately describe the proposed project.) 6. Amount of Land Affected: Initially (0-5 yrs) Acres (6-10 yrs) Acres (>10 yrs) Acres 7. How is the Land Zoned Presently ? - 30 8. Will proposed action comply with existing zoning or other existing land use restrictions? YES -Z NO F If no, describe conflict briefly : /Vo0/F'/cJT/0/t/ or SJ°fi'C/HK 19)0140R0j9� � 9. Will proposed action lead to a request for new: Public Road? YES NO 7z;`1 Public Water? YES NO Public Sewer? YES[] NO -g 10. What is the present land use in the vicinity of the proposed project? Residential Commercial 0 Industrial Agriculture Park/Forest/Open Space Other Please describe: i Ca i�,F'�� fU� �h'cjc�Sr C)c�7�'G�7 ,57��,�,9b^c' 6'/i'�/� 40uC?�t�/� 70 S'Pl�/gKt(i; 1 1 . Does proposed action involve a permit, rNXproval, or funding, now or ultimately from any other governmental agency )KI, State, Local)? YES Fl N0If yes, list agency name and permit/approval/funding: 12. Does anu aspect of the proposed action have a currently valid permit or approval? YESU NO If yes, list agency name and permit/approval. Also, state whether that permit/approval will require modification. 70 S)C 601P -40 I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applicant/Sponsor Name (Print or Type): Signature: Date: 0Ir�K, ISE.. ■.I Town Assigned Project ID Number Town of Ithaca Environmental Review SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM For UNLISTED ACTIONS Located in the Town of Ithaca, Tompkins County ONLY Rev. 10/90 PART 1 - Project Information (To be completed by Applicant or Project Sponsor) 1 . Applicant/Sponsor: 2. Project Name. c oto/YF� v!�/r1 ' Sr7'y Fv� sTo,PA /j%,� eO G/g/ 3. Precise Location (Street Address and Road Intersections, prominent landmarks, etc. or provide map): . of /V50 G' (44 W6Xe,Fi?N C 5) 4 Syk4; Q*IYCKI� 604 k7/0C)l%C< Tax Parcel Number: 4, Is Proposed Action: NEW EXPANSION f7/1 MODIFICATION/ALTERATION 5. Describe Project Briefly (Include project purpose, present land use, current and future construction plans, and other relevant items) : 4- 10RIOR S/7�' /°/9W /S A06 /FY,�z� 4S F Pui>rF �o/ck /S /.ANa r CgA/cF/ ,(iii/iYr9J`,>� &5. 76 &0�'�`T 0C)T6ACK-Z J Pu��PS /10va To 19Kkc 2. St(a ot/ ��Qk0L)1'4,yi'1 Fr4G UG �9NS�olq JP,liA7E?�o, C�AdrY�NDa3. C3irCR�T`'COK?ii/NMk%Nr NAf� )cl ? o4 i)tyY "Xw RVN0 f r % FAc C g 7-4z 01<1SrPAA470R . SiTfi' GiPI44011rG ?o eeM" l� %C N ,. Al � 7 fi, fjCC v,: VIZ '1611 C i?1' iverri-2K o,`' Poale4ic 6,oMPSN� 7�H/►SF � or c��j tvfiL` i� (Attach separate sheet(s) if necessary to adequately describe the proposed project.) 6. Amount of Land Affected: Initially (0-5 yrs) Acres (6-10 yrs) Acres (>10 yrs) Acres 7. How is the Land Zoned Presently ? - 30 8. Will proposed action comply with existing zoning or other existing land use restrictions? YES -Z NO F If no, describe conflict briefly : /Vo0/F'/cJT/0/t/ or SJ°fi'C/HK 19)0140R0j9� � 9. Will proposed action lead to a request for new: Public Road? YES NO 7z;`1 Public Water? YES NO Public Sewer? YES[] NO -g 10. What is the present land use in the vicinity of the proposed project? Residential Commercial 0 Industrial Agriculture Park/Forest/Open Space Other Please describe: i Ca i�,F'�� fU� �h'cjc�Sr C)c�7�'G�7 ,57��,�,9b^c' 6'/i'�/� 40uC?�t�/� 70 S'Pl�/gKt(i; 1 1 . Does proposed action involve a permit, rNXproval, or funding, now or ultimately from any other governmental agency )KI, State, Local)? YES Fl N0If yes, list agency name and permit/approval/funding: 12. Does anu aspect of the proposed action have a currently valid permit or approval? YESU NO If yes, list agency name and permit/approval. Also, state whether that permit/approval will require modification. 70 S)C 601P -40 I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applicant/Sponsor Name (Print or Type): Signature: Date: 0Ir�K, o.,� or jr@r Town -o f 1 t h ec s 0 S ..126 -East Seneca St. -IIB .. Date Received 11 1111111111 Ll Ithaca, NY 14850 'gar 104 (607) 273-1747 -&MRC&JFg@[N_7 Project Number A o To be completed for ALL applications: -. Type of Application: SUBDIVISION SITE PLAN REZONING/ZONING AMENDMENT EJ Subdivision or Project Name (if !U): J 78 lulw Street Address or Location of Subdivision/ Project: ro LuII`W7Y3&k5� PoCi� Applicant /Agent 0A &; Address: / Phone: Owner (if different from Applicant) : Address: Phone -- if application is for an additional meeting or public hearing in regard to an application previously submitted, darken this box —+ El and STOP filling out form. See Planning Dept.`for payment -of fees. (If application is not just for an additional meeting or hearing, complete the rest of formas directed.) Engineer: 401t/9Cv �xla– % Z': . n�. lP _ �� 1C�IkIr Phone: Architect (if any) : Phone Planner (if any): Phone: Attorney (if any): Phone�7'�"/ De To be completed forall SUBDIVISION applications, except if application is only for an additional meeting: Tax Parcel(s) involved: Number of.ne.w lots proposed: Are new roads or public utilities proposed? Yes El No ❑ Is this a phased subdivision? Yes NoEl there are phases planned over years, Estimated Site Improvement Cost (Exclude cost of land acQoisition � prof. fees): :1 , QQ 8 To be completed for all SITE PLAN applications, except if application is only for an additional meeting: Tax Parcel (s) involved: Project is Non–Residential Lot area: R03(3c) sq. ft. Total Building Floor Area: sq. ft. Project is Residential Number of dwelling units proposed:` (2 dormitory bedrooms = 1 D.U.) Estimated Project Cost (Exclude cost of land acquisition & prof. fees): o 0 0 OU MWOM it o To be completed for all REZONING applications; except if application is only for an additional meeting: Tax Parcel(s) affected: " Existing Zoning: Proposed Zoning: @995"I'm Qo To be completed and signed for ALL applications,. except if application is only for an additional meeting,: e. information on -this application form is submitted in -addition to'other-"informatiori;.plats, and plans re-quired'by the Town'' of Ithaca. I attest that all the information so submitted is complete and accurate, to.the- best of my knowledge: Also, -by - filing this application, I grant permission for members of the various Town of Ithaca Boards, the Planning Dept. staff, and the Engineering Dept. staff to enter the property specified above to inspect in connection with review of the application. Applican 's (or Agent 6b U If different from Date CORNELL E R S I T Y Facilities & Business Operations January 24, 1991 Mr. Paul S. Hansen Assistant Town Zoning Officer Town of Ithaca 126 E. Seneca Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Facilities Engineering Telephone: 607/2554824 Humphreys service Building Fax: 607/255-5329 Ithaca, New York 14853-3701 RE: Cornell and Maintenance and Service Operations (M&SO) Fuel Service Island This letter will address the final requirements forwarded in your October 23, 1990 letter and Mr. Walker's attached memo of October 22, 1990. Your comments reached us during the bidding process for the site plan and improvements, approved by both the Town Planning Board and the Town Zoning Board of Appeals. Realizing your continued review may add to the scope of the project prior to permitting, we nevertheless chose to proceed with bid opening to establish a more detailed project budget and to maintain good relations with our long standing and loyal contractors. Having the results of those bids, and because of budget constraints, we now intend to build the building and canopy covered island as a second phase of construction. In the end, the site improvements will be exactly as approved by the Planning Board and ZBA. We submit an additional map showing a concrete pad in the area of the above ground tanks and more detail on the site drainage piping which I will make reference to in my point by point response to your collective requirements. Answering your October 23, 1990 requirements point by point: 1. The pole barn over the tanks will not be built in the first phase. 2. The canopy will not be built in the first phase. Construction drawings of what we had proposed should be available in the record of our submissions to the Planning Department through George Frantz, 3. The dike surrounding the tank is the fust level of protection from vehicular traffic. Beyond that, strategically placed concrete bollards will be placed on the north and west sides of the dikes. A typical concrete bollard detail is enclosed. 4. The fire protection systems will be a Kiddy Dry Chemical System initially over the tank and pump areas, performance specified to meet all NFPA regulations. Likewise, the Simplex alarm system wired back to the M&SO Service Garage will be performance specified to meet all NFPA regulations. 5. Our contract with Beavers Petroleum Equipment Co. Inc. calls for meeting all applicable NYS Uniform Building Code, NYSDEC, and NFPA regulations as they pertain to a turnkey installation and design that they will provide to meet those performance specifications. The fuel dispensing facilities will comply with all applicable aspects of 9NYCRR 1164.3. Paul S. Hansen January 24, 1991 Page 2 Answering Mr. Walker's October 22, 1990 requirements point by point: 2a. In designing a foundation system, we used soil information available for the nearby Grounds Building and Library Annex to arrive at a presumptive bearing capacity of 4,000 psi to 6,000 psi. The combined weight of the tank full and dike empty is about 144,000 lbs. As a uniformly distributed load on the soil, this would require 28.5 sq ft of bearing area. The beam supports for the tank and dike exceed this bearing area. So the concrete pad beneath these beams is non-structural and more for site maintenance and tank and dike leakage control. 2b. All fill is bank run gravel, crushed bank run gravel, crusher run limestone or better. Fill will be compacted to 95 % modified proctor. 2c. A cross-section of a typical tank as previously provided to the Planning Board and Zoning Board is enclosed. 2d. The additional site map detailing the drainage system control for any petroleum laden runoff is enclosed. 2e. The tank has simple overfill protection systems. In filling the tank, there is a top manhole with loose bolts to provide for an malfunction during inadvertent overfilling. This provision is then backed up by the dike and oil separator runoff containment systems. There are also disconnect hoses and fittings to prevent hose spills. 3. In phase one the fuel piping will all be exposed piping, meeting NYS Uniform Building Code, NYSDEC, and NFPA as performance regulations. 4. The canopy covered island will be part of phase two and will not be built now, due to budget cutbacks. The concrete pad, to be installed beneath the tank, dike, and loading areas, will be pitched at 1/8" (one-eighth inch) per foot from the slab edge to the center drain. This will be to collect whatever rainfall runoff or tank drainage not contained by the dikes and drained directly into the 4" (four inch) dike drains, as shown on the supplementary grading/drainage drawing enclosed. The slab edge will be higher than adjacent circulation or landscaped ground elevations. There will be a tapered grading to make up approximately a 6" (six inch) differential. In this way all surface runoff outside of the slab area will be handled to the southwest and southeast corners of the site. 5. The supplementary plan and specifications should suffice to answer this point. 6a. The supplementary plan shows grading details. 6b. A detail of the oil separator, as supplied to George Frantz in August 1990, is enclosed. 6c. The supplementary plan shows general access details. Protective bollards at the dike and fuel pumps are the extent of traffic protection seen as prudent and necessary. 6d. The oil/separator chosen is rated for 50 GPM. Of the 2,050 square. feet of concrete slab, approximately 1,455 square feet is not covered by the dikes. This area could collect a rainfall of 3.3" per hour and not exceed the 50 GPM. Information on the Oil Interceptor, as provided to George Frantz in August, is also enclosed. Paul S. Hansen January 24, 1991 Page 3 7. The surface runoff for most of the site drains to the southwest corner where plans show a new catch basin. During construction hay bales will be staked completely around this inlet to create a silt dam to control the transport of construction sediment. After construction, most of the site will be gravel covered with the remaining areas seeded by Cornell staff. I believe the above completely answers the remaining questions posed by the Town. Hopefully, upon your review you will find the information sufficient to issue the building pen -nit. Due to the fact that we are a private entity with a full professional staff, we are more comfortable working with performance specifications, mixed work crews of outside contractors, Cornell trade shops, and Cornell Grounds staff to assemble a completed project of this scale. Should this approach and the above information still leave you with concerns, please contact me at 255-6614 for further clarification. Sincerely, Qzvljq�vc bio P.E., L.S. Engineer lf/ame #15277 enclosures xc: Joe Lalley r STARTED 1'25-90 FINISHED 1-25-90 SHEET 1 1 OF m"ROJECT Cornell Maintenance Shop • • 1 `_r I O BLOWS ON z - SAMPLER 2 v O U s o a_ 0 6 17 C ,� � 0 qC 0 ^ f a u to N m V 1 3 5 5 10 7 RE MWt OWN mnima OWN �E 7 1 21 3 1 Wi 41 7 SOIL OR ROCK CLASSIFICATION Brown silty CLAY, trace fine sand (Moist -Medium) Varved with silt partings Lapr of fine SAND, little silt 2.7 Brown clayey SILT, trace fine sand (Moist -Firm to Loose) With trace fine -coarse sand Becomes Grey 8 4 7 10 17 25 21.5' Grey clayey SILT and fine -coarse GRAVEL, Some fine -coarse Sand, cobbles 2 9 12 22 18 40 (Wet -Compact) Boring Terminated at 25.0' ill oil ® i 13 J = No blowy to drive 2 " spoon12_" with 140 Ib. pin wt. fallin 8 --_'•per blow. No blo%.s to dri%e " casing " with Ib. weight falling P •' er blow. AFTHODOF ttvvESTICATION 3" I.D. Flush Joint Casing R T Form H HOLE NO. B-1 SURF.ELEV. G. W. DEPTH SPP Notes • NOTES Vegetation in Sample 1, 2. Water was used to advance the casing. At completion, water at 7.9', With casing withdrawn hole open to 22.01 , water at 7.91 . CLASSIFICATION Visual by Dri l le & Engineering Technician t J = No blowy to drive 2 " spoon12_" with 140 Ib. pin wt. fallin 8 --_'•per blow. No blo%.s to dri%e " casing " with Ib. weight falling P •' er blow. AFTHODOF ttvvESTICATION 3" I.D. Flush Joint Casing R T Form H HOLE NO. B-1 SURF.ELEV. G. W. DEPTH SPP Notes • NOTES Vegetation in Sample 1, 2. Water was used to advance the casing. At completion, water at 7.9', With casing withdrawn hole open to 22.01 , water at 7.91 . CLASSIFICATION Visual by Dri l le & Engineering Technician STARTED �-44�fu FINISHED 1�25~90SOUS INVTrS7.IGATIONSxINC.SUBSURF ACE L01 PROJECT Cornell Maintenance Shop (ESI #GD -90-04) 0mmir: N! W 1 3 HOLE NO. B-2 SURF. ELEV C. W. DEPTHSee Notes LOCATION _Ithaca. New York SOIL OR ROCK CLASSIFICATION Brown clayey SILT, trace fine sand (Moist -Medium) Grey clayey SILT & fine -coarse GRAVEL, Some fine -coarse Sand 0 8 5 35 50 85 (Wet -Very Compact) 2 Grey Brown fine-coase SAND, Some •fine -coarse Gravel, trace silt (Wet -Very Compact) MA KRm Boring Terminated at 25.0' R 3 [�7 V = No hlowc :o drive 2 spoon 12 " witl�40 Ib. pin wt. falling30 per blow. C = No blo%., to drive " casing " with Ib. weight falling f. blow. WTHODOF MESTIGATION 3" I.D. Flush Joint Casing M NOTES Roots present in Sample 1, 2. 1-24-90 p.m., i at EILOW$ oN casing at 15.0' = o a F - SAMPLER O V 06 17 ; O z 0 6 12 115. N m V 1� 3 4 5 9 7 2 8 11 11 22 14 0mmir: N! W 1 3 HOLE NO. B-2 SURF. ELEV C. W. DEPTHSee Notes LOCATION _Ithaca. New York SOIL OR ROCK CLASSIFICATION Brown clayey SILT, trace fine sand (Moist -Medium) Grey clayey SILT & fine -coarse GRAVEL, Some fine -coarse Sand 0 8 5 35 50 85 (Wet -Very Compact) 2 Grey Brown fine-coase SAND, Some •fine -coarse Gravel, trace silt (Wet -Very Compact) MA KRm Boring Terminated at 25.0' R 3 [�7 V = No hlowc :o drive 2 spoon 12 " witl�40 Ib. pin wt. falling30 per blow. C = No blo%., to drive " casing " with Ib. weight falling f. blow. WTHODOF MESTIGATION 3" I.D. Flush Joint Casing M NOTES Roots present in Sample 1, 2. 1-24-90 p.m., water at 7.0', casing at 15.0' -1_24_90 15.0' 1-25-90 1-25-90 a.m., water at 7.5'. Water was used to advance the casing. At completion, water at 9.8'. With casing withdrawn hole open to 24.01 , water at 9.81 . CLASS IF ICAT 10 Nv-iza1 by Dry 1lPr & Engineering Technician DATE STARTED 1-24-90 FINISHED 1-24-90 SHEET 1 OF 1 PROJECT Cornell Maintenance Shot) (ESI #GD -90-04) HOLE No. B-3 SUBSURFACE LOG SURF. ELEV. G. W. DEPTH See Not c W Z BIUWS 'N Z u Z SAMPLER 0 Z u SOIL OR ROCK o f o ° ° '� ° < CLASSIFICATION 0 6 12 til N m u 1 1 4 6 10 Brown clayey SILT, trace fine sand 6 (Moist -Loose to Firm) 2 8 8 9 17 9 3 5 7 10 171 lWith trace fine -coarse sand 12 14 5 6 11 11,22 Becomes Grey Brown 0 13 6 10 10 9 191 1with trace fine -coarse sand, 10 Becomes Grey `1 ?0 IK n 3 x 7.2141 418 17 Brown fine -coarse SAND & GRAVEL, little silt, cobbles (Moist -Very Compact) ttr•g�Illlll���� : - - Boring Terminated at 24.8' N = No blow, to drive 2 spoon 12 " with140 Ib. pin wt. faliin g 30 "per blow C = No blo.v% to drive " casing " with Ib. weight falling � per blow. METHOD OF INVESTIGATION 3" I.D. Flush Joint Casing NOTES Roots present in Sample 1. Water first encounte ed at 5,51 , At completion, surf water 0.5' above ground surface. With casing withdrawn hole open to 22.01 . CLASSIFICATION Vi sLa 1 by T)ri 1 1 er & Engineering Technician STARTED FINISHED SHEET _ Project _ 5-1-86 5-1-86 OF 1 t. W 1 Z BLOWS ON Z w SAMPLER O 0 Jl <! < 0 6 12 Oa c 0 i I m 6 12 16- N m U 1 2 2 3 5 10 1 15 Split Spoon Sample Shelby Tube Sample Auger or Test Pit Sample ® Rock Core TABLE IV TABLE 11 SUBSURFACE LOG LOCATION SOIL OR ROCK CLASSIFICATION Brown SILT, some Sand, trace clay (Moist - Loose) Gray SHALE, medium hard weathered, thin bedded some fractures Identification of soil type is made on basis of an estimate of particle sizes, and in the case of fine grained soils also on basis of plasticity. Soll Type Soll PartiISIze Boulder > 12 Cobble To - 1P" Gravel - Coarse 3" - 3/."se Grained - Fine 3/." - #4ranular)Sand - Coarse #4 - #10- Medium #10 - #4- Fine #40 - #2 Silt-Non Plastic (Granular) Clay -Plastic (CnhPslvp1 0200 Fine Grained The relative compactness or consistency is described in accord with the following terms. Granular SoilstNSo, Cohesive Soils Term Blows per Foot, Blowsper Foot, N Loose < 1t3 Firm 11-3 3-5 Compact 31 -5 6-15 Very Compact 7 5 16-25 ] 26 (Large particles in the soils will often significantly influence the blows per foot recorded during the Penetration Test I TABLE VI TABLE 111 HOLE NO. _ SURF. ELEV. G. W. DEPTH 8-175 325.6 See Note #1 NOTES NOTE #1 G.W. at 2.0' completion G.W. at 2.2' 24 hrs. after completion Run #1,2.5'-5.0' 95% Recovery . 50% ROD 10 The following terms are used in classifying soils consisting of mixtures of two or more soil types. The estimate is based on weight of total sample. Term Percent of Total Sample "and" 35-50 "some" 20-35 "little" 10-20 "trace" less than 10 (When sampling graveilysoils with a stand- ard split spoon, the true percentage of gravel is often not recovered due to the relatively small sampler diameter.) TABLE V Varved - Horizontal uniform layers or seams of soil(s). Layer Soil deposit more than 6" thick. Seam Soil deposit less than 6" thick. Parting Soil deposit less than I/V thick. Laminated - Irregular, horizontal and angled seams and partings of soil(s). Rock Classification Terms Term 'Hardness Soft Meaning Scratched by fingernail Medium Hard Scratched easily by penknife Hard Scratched with difficulty b Very Hard Cannot be scratched b Y penknife WeatheringY penknife {Very Weathered Judged from the relative amounts of disintegration Weathered iron staining, core recovery, clay seams, etc. Sound Bedding Laminated Natural breaks in Thin bedded Rock Layers (� 1 ) Bedded (1" - 4" ) Thick bedded (4 - 12" ) Massive (12" - 36" ) (Fracturing refers to natural breaks in the rock oriented at some angle to the rock layers.) YY 3 v f i S L IIE 9 3k, 1 t t I, Id I It IL 14 0YYS� Yee 5 (It I It I IItIII '.r yt ♦ 3 �t -41 41 Iw x l rl 14 i } Ir II i2 �<<.• i•'rl' r11.fF. 1It Ilz1 .�li•rt 4.•a.♦ i.. i.a— I_ L µ 4 ; h t jet r _ t 1 kE 'ri r/" vC. v f. { e ( n IF � t SY I a fk �.. I Id It rI • .�hr ♦ • . ,mole TANK Fri i'� �tijfG G�A Istoystown,'f Tank ai 6"338- F J ;nufacturmg Compare .. 893-5701 Manl No (814) 893, 6126 n It + a r It i, PA 175451194 10 (717 Fax No (717 t t It t r i i5 6877 4:r i5 -279n ; 3 - i FwC1 1'vb:_��YS ` Y l � 21 ,mole TANK Fri i'� �tijfG G�A Istoystown,'f Tank ai 6"338- F J ;nufacturmg Compare .. 893-5701 Manl No (814) 893, 6126 n It + a r It i, PA 175451194 10 (717 Fax No (717 t t It t r i i5 6877 4:r i5 -279n ; T To: . Prospective Bidders From: Lawrence P. Fabbroni,P.E.,L.S., Senior Civil Engineer Re: Estimate Of Work Lump Sum Date: November 7,1990 Attached please find a copy of a site plan for the new Cornell Motor Fuel Facility. We would like your estimate for completed site work by 3PM, Wednesday November 14,1990. This work will be performed for MSO. Estimate should be delivered to my attention at Facilities Engineering, Humphreys Service Building. Your work schedule should anticipate preparation of the area under the two tank dike structures by November 28,1990. The balance of the work weather permitting should be completed by December 21,1990. Your scope of work should include: 1. General grading work necessary to grade and compact to 90% Modified Proctor to within one foot of final elevations shown on the attached drawing. 2. Placement and compaction of one foot of compacted gravel to 95% Modified Proctor to the final elevations shown on the attached drawing. The first eight inches may be well graded bank run gravel with maximum six inch stone. The last four inches shall be crushed bank run gravel with maximum two inch stone and not more than 10% passing the #200 Sieve. 3. Ductile Iron shall all be Class 52 double cement lined with asphaltic coating in conformance with ANSI 21.50 and 21.51.with six inches bedding stone. a. 140 feet 4 inch ductile iron pipe with 3 surface cleanouts and one 12 inch diameter drain inlet,Neenah R-4954 or equal. b. 130 feet 12 inch ductile iron pipe with one 12 inch diameter drain inlet ,Neenah R- 4954 or equal. 4. PVC pipe shall all -be SDR 35 in conformance with ASTM D 3034 and F477 a. 100 feet 12 inch PVC pipe connecting from a new oil/water separator, through a new manhole, across a stone road to an existing storm manhole with bedding 5. Oil/Water Separator shall be Zurn Z1188 Size 50 or equal 6. New Storm Manhole shall be precast 2 feet wide by 2 feet long by 4 feet deep with one foot below pipe invert,4000psi minimum. Top shall be Neenah R-3405 or equal. 7. One manhole connection west of the it road" 8. Grading for island at west end of site. 9. Grading north of Salt/Grit Storage Shed. 10. Full depth gravel with six inch crusher run limestone backfill of roadway crossing. All utilities to have minimum 3 foot cover. Please provide AN ALTERNATE ADD ON PRICE to substitute a top four inches of fine crusher run limestone for the top four inches of crushed bank run gravel. Particular note should be made of the area in and around the tank sites where organic material must be removed full depth and banlaun gravel replaced to within four inches of final grade and then a final four inches to grade. Improvements shown BY OTHERS that are NOT WITHIN YOUR SCOPE: 1.Underground electrtic 2.Any piping for gasoline or diesel 3.Any concrete pads 4.The canopy structure 5.Fire protection system 6.Lighting and Future Landscaping including topsoil 7.Pump island and pumps 8.Storage tank and tank dike 9.1n short anything non grading or storm drainage related 41r�7MTwet 10111 WI: K Air 10111 NOW DIEMEN mommmu mmoomp Um INS �"WXM3 - - - -_ NEENELUU NGINEERING SPECIFICATION: Z_UR_N_U-_11UDura-Coated interior and ox- with removable combin—stion pressure oqualizing/flow diffus rior fabricated steel large capacity Oil Interceptor rated at ( ) GPM with sediment bucket, horizontal baffle, adjustable oil draw -off an inch threaded high inlet and inch threaded low outlet, internal tions either side. Gas and watertifht gasketed cover secured r relief by-pass, bronze cleanout plug and visible double wall trap seal, and covered center sescuring hand e. r -'v ... +r t. .lw Ztt•.�.-_..a .� .�p.....Ya.➢. a..e..lv_.. P. 'v lII..-t rv: R'.'.rVi.--.�.rY mss. Y_ rRY _ _ _ l � _ ♦ ... i.. . .. K..M IID:. .. Z 1 18 8 D116MNSIONS is -i►- _� `. `. ...ff _ 1relocated to left ` LL si 4' to overall e1gth s. . ' Aj S..'� mss• rAtc 1 1 UENEKAL 1.01 GENERAL The Contractor shall perform all excavation in accordance with this Section. "Excavation and Backfill" includes, but is not limited to, classified and unclassified excavation for trenches and structures, handling and disposal of surplus and waste materials, maintenance of excavations, removal of water, backfilling, rough grading, embankments and fills, compaction and protection of existing facilities and structures. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 BACKFILL MATERIAL A. Materials required for backfilling shall be as shown on the Drawings, or outlined in Specifications, or as ordered by the Engineer. B. The Engineer reserves the right to inspect proposed sources of off-site backfill material and to order any tests of the material which he deems necessary to determine its quality and gradation of particle size. The Contractor shall, at his expense, engage an approved testing laboratory to perform such tests, the results of which shall be furnished to the Engineer. If similar tests of the material from a particular source were performed previously, the Contractor may submit results of these tests to the Engineer for consideration. C. No backfill material shall be used on this Project until approval is obtained from the Engineer, and only material from approved sources shall be used. Backfill materials are designated by the following types: 2.02 MATERIALS ON SITE A. Common Earth - Site excavated material from which all frozen material, boulders, rocks over 8" (eight inches) in largest dimension, trash, and foreign debris has been removed. Unless otherwise stated in the Specifications, shown on the Drawings, or ordered by the Engineer, this material shall be used for all backfilling. B. Select Earth - Select, on-site excavated material from which all frozen material, humus, peat, roots, vegetation, ashes, trash, debris, and rocks or stones greater than 2" (two inches) in any dimension have been removed 2.03 OFF-SITE MATERIALS A. Gravel - The material shall be a mixture of hard, durable stone and coarse sand, Practically free from silt, clay, organic matter, or other foreign matter. August 1990 1. Run-OLBank or "ROB" Gravel - This material shall be well -graded containing no stone having any dimension greater than 6" (six inches). 2. Spfcial Backfill Gravel - This material shall be clean, well -graded, containing 2" (two inch) maximum size stone, and not more than ten per cent (10%) passing through a #200 mesh screen. Certified sieve analysis from the supplier shall be submitted for the Engineer's approval prior to use. 02200-1 Job Number y rAtc 1 1 UENEKAL 1.01 GENERAL The Contractor shall perform all excavation in accordance with this Section. "Excavation and Backfill" includes, but is not limited to, classified and unclassified excavation for trenches and structures, handling and disposal of surplus and waste materials, maintenance of excavations, removal of water, backfilling, rough grading, embankments and fills, compaction and protection of existing facilities and structures. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 BACKFILL MATERIAL A. Materials required for backfilling shall be as shown on the Drawings, or outlined in Specifications, or as ordered by the Engineer. B. The Engineer reserves the right to inspect proposed sources of off-site backfill material and to order any tests of the material which he deems necessary to determine its quality and gradation of particle size. The Contractor shall, at his expense, engage an approved testing laboratory to perform such tests, the results of which shall be furnished to the Engineer. If similar tests of the material from a particular source were performed previously, the Contractor may submit results of these tests to the Engineer for consideration. C. No backfill material shall be used on this Project until approval is obtained from the Engineer, and only material from approved sources shall be used. Backfill materials are designated by the following types: 2.02 MATERIALS ON SITE A. Common Earth - Site excavated material from which all frozen material, boulders, rocks over 8" (eight inches) in largest dimension, trash, and foreign debris has been removed. Unless otherwise stated in the Specifications, shown on the Drawings, or ordered by the Engineer, this material shall be used for all backfilling. B. Select Earth - Select, on-site excavated material from which all frozen material, humus, peat, roots, vegetation, ashes, trash, debris, and rocks or stones greater than 2" (two inches) in any dimension have been removed 2.03 OFF-SITE MATERIALS A. Gravel - The material shall be a mixture of hard, durable stone and coarse sand, Practically free from silt, clay, organic matter, or other foreign matter. August 1990 1. Run-OLBank or "ROB" Gravel - This material shall be well -graded containing no stone having any dimension greater than 6" (six inches). 2. Spfcial Backfill Gravel - This material shall be clean, well -graded, containing 2" (two inch) maximum size stone, and not more than ten per cent (10%) passing through a #200 mesh screen. Certified sieve analysis from the supplier shall be submitted for the Engineer's approval prior to use. 02200-1 Job Number B • Sand - The material used shall be natural bank -run sand, graded from fine to coarse particles, free of lumps and frozen sections. It shall not contain slag, cinders, ashes, ` rubbish, or other foreign material. It shall not contain more than ten per cent (10%) of material finer than the #200 mesh sieve (silt or clay) by weight. All material must be capable of passing a 3/4" (three-quarter inch) sieve, but not more than five per cent (5%) shall remain on a #4 sieve. C. gushed Lime Stone - This material shall be New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Material Designation 703-0201 for coarse aggregates. Size shall be as called for in the Specifications or as shown on the Contract Drawings using NYSDOT size designation. Crusher run shall be angular stone delivered unsorted from the crusher with maximum size 3" (three inches), and with sufficient fine materials to fill all voids between large stones when the material is compacted. The Contractor shall provide written evidence that the source of material has been approved by NYSDOT. D. Draina a Stone - This material shall mean clean, sound, durable crushed, or screened stone meeting New York State Specification Designation No. 2, Table 7034, latest edition. E. Bedding Stone - This material shall mean clean, sound, durable crushed, or screened stone meeting New York State Specification Designation No. IA, Table 703-4, latest edition. F._ Bedding and Backfill Materials for PVC Pipe 1. Bedding Material for PVC pipe shall consist of clean, sound, durable crushed stone meeting the gradation requirements of NYSDOT Six No. IA: 100% passing 1/2" screen 90-100% passing 1/4" screen 0-15% passing 1/8" screen 2.l3aunching Material for PVC pipe shall consist of the same material as used for bedding. Material shall be carefully placed and consolidated under the pipe haunches to provide adequate side support while avoiding both lateral and vertical displacement of the pipe. 3. Initial Backfill Material shall consist of well -graded, clean, granular material with maximum stone size 1 1/2" (one and one-half inches) placed to at least 6" (six inches) above the top of the pipe. If the remaining final backfill contains rocks large enough to damage or dislodge the pipe during placement, increase depth or initial backfill to 12" (twelve inches) over pipe. Use little or no tamping of the initial backfill directly over the top of the pipe. August 1990 02200-2 Job Number w. rinal nacoll material for PVC pipe may consist of common earth, meaning sand, loam, clay, gravel, topsoil, or similar materials free from debris. Stones in the backfill shall not exceed 8" (eight inches) in their largest dimension. Under areas to be paved, the final backfill shall consist of well -graded granular material compacted in maximum 8" (eight inch) loose lifts to the subgrade of the pavement. Under lawns and other improved areas, the backfill shall be compacted in maximum 12" (twelve inch) lifts. In unimproved areas, the backfill material may be placed uncompacted and mounded to allow for settlement. G. Unclassified Borrow Material - This material is defined as a naturally -occurring, heterogeneous mixture of sand, silts, clay, gravel, deteriorated rock or other inorganic particles, in which the relative proportions of each ingredient can vary from zero to one hundred per cent (0 to 100%). 1. Borrow Material - This is material from which all frozen material, boulders, trash, or debris have been removed. 2. Select Borrow Materi 1 - This is material from which all frozen material, humus, peat, roots, vegetation, ashes, trash, debris, and rocks, or stones greater than 6" (six inches) in any dimension have been removed. H. Gravel -Cement Mixture - A trench backfill mixture composed of a mixture of fifteen parts gravel to one part of dry Portland cement, by weight, shall be furnished where shown on the Drawings, stated in the Specifications, or where ordered by the Engineer. I. The gravel shall be well -graded, comprising hard, durable stone, and sand. It shall be free from all roots, topsoil, shale, clay lumps, or other deleterious material. If ordered by the Engineer, a sample weighing no less than twenty-five pounds shall be submitted to an independent testing laboratory for gradation, analysis, and the test results of which shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval. Gradation of the gravel shall be within the following limits: U. S. Standard Sieve Percentage by Weight Passing 2,o 1" #4 #20 #100 #200 100 75-100 40-80 10-65 0-30 0-10 J. Cement shall be Type I Portland cement conforming to ASTM Specification C450. K . Mixing of gravel and cement shall be done in an approved mixer and mixing shall be sufficient to thoroughly mix the cement and gravel. L. The mixing of ingredients in a loose pile, using a front-end loader, will not be acceptable. August 1990 02200-3 Job Number Baa% a 3.01 ✓ ALO Arli:\.lJ 1 IU194 TRENCH AND STRUCTURE EXCAVATION A. Trench and structure excavation shall be carried out to the lines and grades shown on the Drawings or as directed by the Engineer. When the excavation has reached the grades shown on thebrawings, the Engineer shall inspect the work to determine if the subgrade consists of suitable material for installation of the Work If the subgrade is unsuitable, the Engineer may authorize in writing the additional excavation necessary to remove the unsuitable material. Any excavation below grades shown on the Drawings, without authorization by the Engineer, will be at the Contractor's own expense, and shall be backfilled as directed by the Engineer at the Contractor's own expense. B . All excavations shall be properly and legally maintained while they are open and exposed. Sufficient and suitable barricades, warning lights, flood lights, signs, etc., to protect life and property shall be installed and maintained at all times until the excavation has been backfilled and graded to a safe and satisfactory condition. C. The Contractor shall furnish and place all materials necessary for the safety of the Work, the general public, or adjacent property. Excavation shall be performed in full accordance with applicable State and local laws and with the regulations and requirements of the New York State Department of Labor and the U. S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. Nothing in the Drawings or Specifications, nor any failure upon the part of the Owner or Engineer to order the installation of sheeting and bracing, shall be construed as relieving the Contractor from full responsibility for the safety and adequacy of such sheeting and bracing. The cost of sheeting and bracing shall be included in the unit price of the excavation, unless it is left in place. Sheeting and bracing left in place shall be only when ordered, in writing, by the Engineer. Sheeting left in place shall be cut off at least 3'- 6" (three feet -six inches) below finished grade. D. Bedrock, boulders, and cobbles greater than 6" (six inches) shall be excavated back or removed on each side of the trench so that no rock approaches within 6" (six inches) of the installed pipe. All rock shall be excavated from the trench bottom so that no rock, cobble, or boulder approaches within 4" (four inches) of the installed pipe. E. The Engineer shall have the right to limit the amount of trench which shall be opened at any one time. In general, trenches shall not be opened for more than 200' (two hundred feet) in advance of the completed pipe or sewer, nor left unfilled for more than 100' (one hundred feet) in the rear thereof. The excavation of trenches shall be fully completed at least 20' (twenty feet) in advance of pipe laying. August 1990 022004 Job Number J.vL UL YVA l CtU1VlU A. Upon entering the premises, the Contractor shall assume responsibility for site surface and subsurface drainage and shall maintain such drainage in an acceptable manner during the life of his Contract. The Contractor shall provide, maintain and operate pumps and related equipment, including standby equipment, of sufficient capacity to keep all excavations and trenches free of all water at all times and under any and all contingencies that may arise until all foundations, structures, and pipe installations have been completed and backfilled, and are safe from damage, flotation, settlement, or displacment. B . The Contractor shall supply all supervision, labor, material and equipment necessary to build and maintain all drains, ditching, sluiceways, pumping, bailing, wicking, sumps, wells, well points, cut off trenches, curtains, sheeting, and other appurtenances and structures required to obtain and maintain a dry excavation and as may be necessary to construct the project. The Contractor shall perform all work necessary to keep excavations and areas to be filled free of all groundwaters, surface waters, all supply water, and all wastewater. 3.03 BACKFILLING A. Backfilling shall be started as soon as practicable after structures or pipe installation has been completed and concrete has acquired sufficient strength, and shall be completed promptly. Backfill shall be started at the lowest section of the area to be backfilled. Natural drainage shall not be obstructed B . Backfill material shall be inspected prior to placement. All visible roots, vegetation, organic matter, or other foreign debris shall be removed. Stones larger than 12" (twelve inches) in any dimension shall be removed or broken. Stones shall not be placed in clusters which will create voids. C. Where excavated rock fragments are of such size that they cannot be used for backfilling, and/or the Contractor elects to dispose of all excavated rock at off-site locations, but in any event the quantity of on-site material is insufficient to complete the backfilling of the excavated area and Special Backfill has not been specified or ordered by the Engineer, then the Contractor shall borrow suitable material and complete the backfilling requirements at no additional cost to the Owner. D. Backfill material shall not be placed when moisture content is too high to allow proper compaction. When material is too dry for adequate compaction, water shall be added to the extent necessary. E. No backfill material shall be placed on frozen ground nor shall the material itself contain frozen soils when placed. No calcium chloride or other chemicals shall be added to prevent freezing. Material incorporated in the backfilling operation which is not in satisfactory condition shall be subject to rejection by the Engineer and removal at the Contractor's expense. August 1990 02200-5 Job Number J.v4 rlrt 1 KtNC:H BACKFILL A. Pipe bedding and sidefills to 1' (one foot) above the pipe shall be placed in 6" (six • - inch) layers and thoroughly compacted by approved mechanical methods to insure firm bedding and side support unless otherwise indicated (as for backfill over PVC pipe) in these Specifications or on the Drawings. B. When backfill reaches 1' (one foot) above the top of pipe, the entire surface shall be compacted by mechanical means. The remainder of the trench shall be backfilled and consolidated by one of the following methods, depending on the nature of backfill material and location of trench and in accordance with the Specifications. 1. For cross-country pipelines over uncultivated areas where subsequent settlement can be tolerated, backfill material shall be placed in the trench and consolidated by jetting or mechanical compaction. The top layer shall be compacted mechanically and mounded to allow for subsequent settlement. Maintain trench surface until completion of Contract and repair as necessary within Guarantee Period. 2. For streets and paved areas where permanent pavement is not placed immediately after backfilling, and for lawns and areas where minimum subsequent settlement is required, the procedure shall be the same as for cross - county pipelines except surface of backfill shall be compacted by mechanical means before placement of temporary paving or pavement sub -base. For lawn areas and similar locations, top of backfill shall be compacted by mechanical means and surface maintained prior to topsoil installation, fine grading, and seeding. 3. For driveways, complete depth of trench backfill shall be R.O.B. gravel or better and included under Bid Item 2. 4. For highways or pavements where permanent pavement is to be placed immediately or soon after completion of backfill, the material shall be placed in layers not exceeding 12" (twelve inches) thick and thoroughly compacted by mechanical means. If backfill material is suitable and the Contractor can demonstrate adequate compaction, consolidation may be carried out by jetting procedures, unless otherwise stated in the Specifications. S. For pipelines in or across State highways, backfill shall conform with the New York State Department of Transportation Standard Specifications and specific requirements. C. Where a gravel -cement mixture backfill is specified, the dry gravel and cement mixture shall be placed in the trench, in 6" (six inch) layers and thoroughly tamped using mechanical or vibratory tampers. Water shall not be introduced to the gravel - cement mixture during placing and compacting thereof. August 1990 02200-6 Job Number i.US STRUCTURE BACKFILL A. Backfill shall be placed in layers 8" (eight inches) thick, ore less, and compacted by mechanical means. B . Where pipes are laid in a structure backfill, all backfill material under pipes shall be crushed stone placed in 8" (eight inch) layers and mechanically compacted, unless otherwise shown or specified. 3.06 METHOD OF COMPACTION A. The Contractor shall adopt compaction methods which will produce the degree of compaction specified herein without damage to the new or existing facilities. The degree of compaction specified in Table I shall be considered the minimum allowable. K: Proctor Minimum Backfill Location Test Compaction a. Below subgrade for pipelines, and under Modified 95% and around structures, below footings. Method D b. Pipe sidefills Modified 95% Method D c. Trenches under pavement, lawns or Modified 90% gardens; around structures, above Method D footings; embankment and rough site grading. d. All other trenches Modified 85% Method D B . Backfill shall be compacted mechanically by means of vibratory or other mechanical tampers, no impact -type pavement breakers or similar equipment will be permitted rco�m�pacting backfill. Hydraulic compaction by ponding or jetting shall not be permi 3.07 ROUGH GRADING After backfilling is completed, the Contractor shall grade the work area to the lines, grades, and elevations shown on the Contract Drawings. Grading shall allow for later placement of topsoil, paving, or other cover. Finished grading shall be done only when all underground work is completed. August 1990 02200-7 Job Number M ✓ � 3.U6 KUk.& tAk;A VA 11UN A. Rock Excavation - "Rock excavation" shall include all sound solid masses, layers, and ledges of consolidated and indurated rock or mineral matter of such hardness, durability and/or texture that it is not rippable or cannot be excavated with normal earth excavation equipment. Should a conflict arise as to the classification of excavation as either "common" or "rock," the following tests shall be used in the appropriate determination: 1. Where practicable, a late model, tractor -mounted hydraulic ripper equipped with a one (1) digging point of standard manufacturer's design adequately sized for use with the propelled by a crawler -type tractor rated between 210 and 240 net fly -wheel horsepower, operating in low gear, shall be utilized. Should the suspect material not be effectively loosened or broken down by ripping in a single pass with the aforementioned ripper, the material shall be classified as "rock." Where use of the ripper is impracticable, classification as "rock" shall be determined when the material cannot be loosened or broken down by a six pound drifting pick. The drifting pick shall be Class D, Federal Specification GGG-H-5064, with a handle not less than 34" (thirty-four inches) in length. B . In situations where interbedded strata of "common excavation" material and "rock excavation" material are encountered in the same excavation, the individual classification of those materials shall be made on an average percentage basis of the occurrence of those materials as measured in stratigraphic sections and as approved by the Engineer. C. When rock is encountered in excavations, it shall be removed by blasting methods, unless stated otherwise, or if deemed unsafe due to the proximity of existing utilities or facilities. Blasting operations shall be accomplished in compliance with the requirements of Section A and Clause Al2. No blasting shall be done until the Engineer has taken the necessary measurements of the rock which is to be removed within payment limits. Extra compensation for excavation of rock by blasting or other special means will be allowed only if specifically authorized in appropriate bid items of the Bid Proposal, August 1990 END OF SECTION 02200-8 Job Number >„ , To: Prospective Bidders From: Lawrence P. Fabbroni, P.E.,L.S. Re: Estimate Of Work Lump Sum Date: November 12,1990 In response to questions posed by interested bidders, please consider the following addendum to information provided with my November 7,1990 l.YOUR ESTIMATE IS NOW DUE 3PM FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16,1990 IN ORDER TO HAVE ADEQUATE TIME TO RESPOND TO CHANGES HEREIN. 2.Please refer to the revised site plan more carefully delimiting the area to be graveled. 3.Please note the revised underground pipe sizes and material types.. 4.Please note the invert elevations 5.Please note new 4 foot precast manholes 4000psi minimum and Neenah R-1669 cover 6.Spoils may be deposited in area designated around perimeter of rock fill area in orchards area. 7.Areas off the graveled area shown to be regraded will not be topsoiled and seeded under this work. Please do not fail to direct any further questions to me that may remain 2556614 boto, to''� _l is .'+e.. 6or I to to d• .. • d" i , e'' ,,, F r t I to to to to 1. to 3to J 4 . 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Applicant/Sponsor: 2. Project Name: 3. Precise Location (Street Address and Road Intersections, prominent landmarks, etc. or provide map): . .Too 7?' ;9 F %V5�?) 6tqM GF' j i{lovG�?N Cly' Sn/.7" S% 6166 09kiYCXX wokwoasc 19tW Tax Parcel Number: 4. Is Proposed Action: NEW EXPANSION MODIFICATION/ALTERATION 5. Describe Project Briefly (Include project purpose, present land use, current and future construction plans, and other relevant items) : W /S A,9Na f C9A!CFi .�`-,(i�%//VAT , `ivy ?o X 0001.`7 C�UT&ACKSJ Pv��1P,l7ot/FG ip lei A 71�4Nxzd' l i/fs<N * FAi/)7/N�9r*6 �Q vi�'O�IMr Ae0ogf &066'Fr� !P�`� � RRcHF1J uAr�i'�Z f r 3. CQ/YCR� C'oNTr9/tY/n�r' PAUNG k 7*N���DHOiN6 19e09 f►fb -7Z!, 9. /r�Ckov�p (n/* GRAD//✓G 70 001V77Eb-< (70; aCkj,F/y S 90Glrio� of PoSal8Kfi' JC)MP57 7;�19/6 Or c§eo whLc ' (Attach separate sheet(s) if necessary to adequately describe the proposed project.) 6. Amount of Land Affected: Initially (0-5 yrs) Acres (6-10 yrs) Acres (>10 yrs) Acres' 7. How is the Land Zoned Presently ? 8. Will proposed action comply with existing zoning or other existing land use restrictions? YES -Z NO F If no, describe conflict briefly 1 IV00/F/Ch'7'lo/tr Qf S�°�CiR l9�J°r�'ol/9� 9. Will proposed action lead to a request for new: Public Road ? YES N0� Public Water? YES NO Public Sewer? YES[] NOE ! 10. What is the present land use in the vicinity of the proposed project? Residential Commercial j Industrial Agriculture Park/Forest/Open Space Other Please describe: Does proposed action involve a permit, proval. or funding, now or ultimately from any other governmental agency (Federal, State, Local)? YES F N0If yes, list agency name and permit/approval/funding: 12. Does anv aspect of the proposed action'have a currently valid permit or approval? YES NO If yes, list agency name and permit/approval. Also, state whether that permit/approval will require modification. I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applicant/Sponsor Name (Print or Type): Signature: ) Date: I0 ro K I C Rev. 10 /90 Assigned Project ID Number 11Town Town of Ithaca Environmental Review SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM For UNLISTED ACTIONS Located in the Town of Ithaca, Tompkins County ONLY PART 1 - Project Information (To be completed by Applicant or Project Sponsor) 1. Applicant/Sponsor: 2. Project Name: 3. Precise Location (Street Address and Road Intersections, prominent landmarks, etc. or provide map): . .Too 7?' ;9 F %V5�?) 6tqM GF' j i{lovG�?N Cly' Sn/.7" S% 6166 09kiYCXX wokwoasc 19tW Tax Parcel Number: 4. Is Proposed Action: NEW EXPANSION MODIFICATION/ALTERATION 5. Describe Project Briefly (Include project purpose, present land use, current and future construction plans, and other relevant items) : W /S A,9Na f C9A!CFi .�`-,(i�%//VAT , `ivy ?o X 0001.`7 C�UT&ACKSJ Pv��1P,l7ot/FG ip lei A 71�4Nxzd' l i/fs<N * FAi/)7/N�9r*6 �Q vi�'O�IMr Ae0ogf &066'Fr� !P�`� � RRcHF1J uAr�i'�Z f r 3. CQ/YCR� C'oNTr9/tY/n�r' PAUNG k 7*N���DHOiN6 19e09 f►fb -7Z!, 9. /r�Ckov�p (n/* GRAD//✓G 70 001V77Eb-< (70; aCkj,F/y S 90Glrio� of PoSal8Kfi' JC)MP57 7;�19/6 Or c§eo whLc ' (Attach separate sheet(s) if necessary to adequately describe the proposed project.) 6. Amount of Land Affected: Initially (0-5 yrs) Acres (6-10 yrs) Acres (>10 yrs) Acres' 7. How is the Land Zoned Presently ? 8. Will proposed action comply with existing zoning or other existing land use restrictions? YES -Z NO F If no, describe conflict briefly 1 IV00/F/Ch'7'lo/tr Qf S�°�CiR l9�J°r�'ol/9� 9. Will proposed action lead to a request for new: Public Road ? YES N0� Public Water? YES NO Public Sewer? YES[] NOE ! 10. What is the present land use in the vicinity of the proposed project? Residential Commercial j Industrial Agriculture Park/Forest/Open Space Other Please describe: Does proposed action involve a permit, proval. or funding, now or ultimately from any other governmental agency (Federal, State, Local)? YES F N0If yes, list agency name and permit/approval/funding: 12. Does anv aspect of the proposed action'have a currently valid permit or approval? YES NO If yes, list agency name and permit/approval. Also, state whether that permit/approval will require modification. I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applicant/Sponsor Name (Print or Type): Signature: ) Date: I0 ro K I r � PART 11 — ENVi RONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (To be tom leted by the Town of Ithaca Use attachments as neoessary) A. Does proposed action exceed any Type I Threshold in 6 NYCRR, Part 617.12 or Town Environmental Local Law? YES NO f�lIf yes, coordinate the review process and use the Full EAF. B. Will YES proposed action receive coordinated review as provided for unlisted actions in 6 NYCRR, Part 617.6? N NO ❑ (If no, a negative declaration may be superseded by another involved agency, if any.) C. Could proposed action result in any adverse effects associated with the following: (Answers may be handwritten, if legible) C1. Existing air quality, surface or groundwater quality, noise levels, existing traffic patterns, solid waste production and disposal, potential for erosion, drainage or flooding problems? Explain briefly SEE ATTACHED C2. Aesthetic, agricultural, archaeological, historic, or other natural or cultural resources ? Community or neighborhood character? Explain briefly : SEE ATTACHED C3. Vegetation or fauna, fish, shellfish or wildlife species, significant habitats, unique natural areas, wetlands, or threatened or endangered species? Explain briefly SEE ATTACHED C4. The Town's existing plans or goals as officially adopted, or a change in use or intensity of use of land or other natural resources? Explain briefly: SEE ATTACHED C5. Growth, subsequent development, or related activities likely to be induced by the proposed action? Explain briefly SEE ATTACHED Y. C6. Longterm. short term, cumulative, or other effects not identified in C1- C5? Explain briefly : SEE ATTACHED C7.. Other impacts (including changes in use of either quantity or type of energy)? Explain briefly SEE ATTACHED D. Is there, or is there likely to be, controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts? YES NO If yes, explain briefly: E. Comments of staff ®, CAC Other attached. (Check applicable boxes) PART 111 — DETERMINATION OF. SIGNIFICANCE (To be completed by the Town of Ithaca) Instructions: For each adverse effect identified above, determine whether it is substantial, large, important or otherwise significant. Each effect should be assessed in connection with its (a) setting (ie. urban or rural); (b) probability of occurring; (c) duration; (d) irreversibility; (e) geographic scope; and (f).magnitude. If necessary, add attachments or reference supporting materials. Ensure that explanations contain sufficient detail to show that all relevant adverse impacts have been identified and adequately addressed. ❑Check this box if you have identified one or more potentially large or significant adverse impacts which MAY occur. Then proceed directly to the full EAF and/or prepare a positive declaration. 0 Check this box if you have determined, based on the information and analysis above and any,:supporting documentation, that the proposed action WILL NOT result in any significant adverse environmental impacts AND provide on attach- ments as necessary, the reasons supporting this determination. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Name of Lead Agency Edward N. Austen, Chairman Name & Title of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Signature of Contributing Preparer Date: PART II - Environmental Assessment - Modification of Special Approval for M & SO Fuel Facility A. Action is Unlisted. Be Action will receive coordinated review. C. Could action result in any adverse effects on, to or arising from the following: C1. Existing air quality, surface or groundwater quality or quantity, noise levels, existing traffic patterns, solid waste production or disposal, potential for erosion, drainage or flooding problems? None anticipated. impacts to The proposed action is the modification of a Special quality patterns, solid drainage or this action. Approval granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals on October and prepared dispensing 10, 1991, to allow applicant facility. An environmental and negative determination to construct a fuel storage assessment was of significance was made by the Zoning Board of Appeals for the action prior granting said Special Approval. No significant adverse impacts to existing air quality, surface or groundwater traffic for erosion, result of quality patterns, solid drainage or this action. or quantity, waste production flooding noise or problems levels, existing disposal, potential are expected as a C2. Aesthetic, agricultural, archeological, historic, or other natural or cultural resources, or community or neighborhood character? None anticipated. The proposed structure is located on an existing developed parcel containing a garage, salt/grit storage structure and gravel parking area. No aesthetic, agricultural, historic, or other natural or cultural resources are known to exist on the site, or expected to otherwise be affected by the proposed action. Given the existing land uses of the site, no significant adverse impact to community or neighborhood character is expected as a result of the proposed action. C3. Vegetation or fauna, fish, shellfish or wildlife species, significant habitats, or threatened or endangered species? Because of the existing developed character of the site, no significant adverse impacts to vegetation or fauna, fish, shellfish or wildlife species, significant habitats, or threatened or endangered species are anticipated as a result of the proposed action. C4. A community's existing plans or goals as officially adopted, or a change in use or intensity of use of land or other natural resources? None anticipated. The proposed site plan and intended use are in conformance with the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance. C5. Growth, subsequent development, or related activities likely to be induced by the proposed action? None anticipated. C6. Long term, short term, cumulative, or other effects not identified in C1-059. None anticipated. C7. Other impacts (including changes in use of either quantity or type of energy)? None anticipated. D. Is there, or is there likely to be, controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts? No controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts is anticipated. PART III Based on review of the materials submitted for the proposed action, the scale of it, and the information above, a negative determination of environmental significance is recommended. Lead Agency: Town of Ithaca Planning Board -' Reviewer: George R. Frantz, Assistant Town Planner Review Date: June 28, 1991 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS -Date: Attendance PLEASE PRINT YOUR NAME Address or Affiliate ZdM Y EVA, wbl. °► Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Complex .1. South of NYS Rte. 366 and West of Game Farm Road Further Modification of October 10, 1990 Special Approval Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, July 2, 1991 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ADOPTED RESOLUTION: Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Complex South of NYS Rte. 366 and West of Game Farm Road Further Modification of October 10, 1990 Special Approval Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, July 2, 1991 MOTION by Mr. William Lesser, seconded by Mrs. Virginia Langhans: WHEREAS: 1. This action is the Consideration of a Report to the Zoning Board of Appeals with respect to the further Modification of the Special Approval granted by said Board of Appeals -on October 10, 1990, for the Cornell University. Maintenance and Service Operations' complex located approximately 1,300 feet south of NYS Rte. 366 and 1,800 feet west of Game Farm Road on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2, Residence District R-30. 2. This is an Unlisted action for which the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals is legislatively determined to act as Lead. Agency for environmental review. The Town of Ithaca Planning_ Board is an involved agency in coordinated review. 3. The Planning Board, at Public Hearing on July 2, 1991, has reviewed the proposed site plan and other drawings submitted by Cornell University, Parts 1 and 2 of the Short Environmental Assessment Form, and other submissions related to this proposal. 4. The Town Planning determination of environmental Department has recommended that a negative significance be made for, this action. THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED: 1. That the Planning Board recommend and hereby does recommend to the Zoning Board of Appeals that a negative determination of environmental significance be made for this action as proposed. 2. That the Planning Board, in making recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals, determine and hereby does determine the following: a. that there is a need for the proposed use in the proposed location; be that the existing and probable future character of the neighborhood will not be adversely affected; Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Complex -2- South of NYS Rte. 366 and West of Game Farm Road Further Modification of October 10, 1990 Special Approval Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, July 2, 1991 ce that the proposed change is in accordance with a comprehensive plan of development of the.Town. Board of Appeals on October 3. That the Planning Board report and hereby does report to the Zoning Board of Appeals its recommendation, that the request the for further Modification of the Special Approval granted by said Department prior Board of Appeals on October 10, 1990, for the Cornell University of any Maintenance and Service Operations' complex, be approved, subject to the ^following conditions: a. Submission of a planting plan for approval by the Town Planning Department, and completion of said proposed plantings by October 1, 1992. b. At the option of the applicant, re -orienting the tanks either to an east -west axis, or relocating them to parallel on either axis, and/or relocation of the entire pad up to L5 feet west of the location presently shown on the drawing submitted to this July 2nd, 1991 meeting of the Planning Board, numbered C-2715, entitled "Site Plan", dated June 1991. If located elsewhere than presently shown, applicant shall provide a revised site plan showing the revised location prior to issuance of any building permit. c. Provision of a revised site plan showing the proposed approximate location of up to two dumpsters that may be placed east of the berm shown on the westerly side of the site plan and denominated "Landscaping", such revised plan to be subject to the approval of the Town Planning Department prior to the issuance of any building permit. Aye new Grigorov, Kenerson, Baker, Langhans, Lesser, Smith, Hoffmann, Aronson. Nay - None. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Nancy M. Fuller, Secretary, Town of Ithaca Planning Board. July 8, 1991. Facilities Engineering Humpphreyys Service Building ITHACA, NEW YORK (607) 2554824 SHEET NO. CALCULATED BY CHECKED BY SCALE OF DATE DATE 'T.^.. 't^.R'`w.. ....!"1.:...A..Il^'I.-.-.�rr;'^:lit�.-• DE N Town of Ithaca' Zoning Board of Appeals October 10, 1990 The next Appeal on the Agenda was the following: 5 APPEAL OF CORNELL UNIVERSITY, APPELLANT, JOSEPH M. LALLEY, AGENT, REQUESTING A MODIFICATION OF THE SPECIAL APPROVAL GRANTED BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS ON JULY 301 1985, FOR THE CORNELL UNIVERSITY MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE OPERATIONS GARAGE. THE REQUESTED MODIFICATION IS THE INSTALLATION OF ABOVE -GROUND FUEL STORAGE TANKS WITHIN THE AREA OF THE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE OPERATIONS GARAGE LOCATED OFF NYS ROUTE 366 ON CORNELL UNIVERSITY'S PALM ROAD, TOWN OF ITHACA TAX PARCEL NO. 6-64-1-2, RESIDENCE DISTRICT R-30. THE MODIFICATION OF THE SPECIAL APPROVAL IS REQUESTED UNDER ARTICLE V, SECTION 18, OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING ORDINANCE. Mr. Joseph Lalley explained to the Board that they propose to -install two fuel tanks:, one 4,000 gallons and one 10,000 gallons in an above -ground installation with a containment dike in the area between the Maintenance and Service Operations (M&SO) garage and the salt grit storage building. He said they also intend to provide some drainage with,an oil separator to tie in with some other drainage work that is going in as part of another project in the Orchards.:. Mr.- Lalley 'stated that , ;the use* is other activities in that area even residential. Mr. location Mr.- Lalley stated that the fueling is•done at two places on Campus at the present time; one is the ,State Fleet Garage.. and that is limited to State vehicles and theoother facility is the CU Transit Garage. The tanks at that installation are approaching 20 years of age. He said that if approval of this installation is given, the gasoline storage at the Bus Garage will. be converted to diesel to get more than the 2 1/2 days supply than they have now for the CU transit operation._ consistent though it Larry Fabbroni pointed;`to a, map and of the proposed tanks to the Board. with their is., zoned explained the Mr. Lalley further stated that the 10,000 gallon tank will be for unleaded gasoline and the 4,000 gallon diesel will, be for the Grounds tractors that will be located in. that. vicinity with their new facility. They are planning to install a stage 1 vapor recovery system on both tanks that will essentially vent the fumes during the filling operation. Acting Chairman Austen asked if these tanks will be visible from the highway. _. I Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals October 10, 1990 wo Mr. Fabbroni responded that the 10,000 gallon tank will be 8 feet tall. The tank will be on a dike, the maximum total height will be 12 feet. He does not think it will be visible. from the highway. He said the tank will be painted white with a catwalk around it for maintenance. Acting Chairman Austen opened the public hearing. No one appeared to address the Board. Acting Chairman Austen closed the -public hearing. Acting Chairman Austen read from Part II and Part III of the Environmental Assessment Form which was signed by Asst. Town Planner George Frantz, and is attached hereto as Exhibit #9. Mr. King stated that he thinks that it is significant that the proposed containment is a plus for.the environmental control and -is actually an improvement over the underground storage that has previously.been approved., 1 0. Environmental Assessment By Mr.- Edward King, seconded by Mr. .Robert Hines: RESOLVED, that, in :the matter of the Appeal of Cornell y; University requesting a modigication of the Special Approval.- granted pproval-granted by the Zoning Board of .Appeals on July 30,. 1985,` for the Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations Garage, under Article V, Section:' 18, of the Town of Ithaca ,:.Zoning Ordinance, for the installation of above -ground fuel storage -tanks within the' area,' of the. Maintenance and Service Operations Garage located off NYS 366.:on'Cornell University' -s Palin Road, Town 'of Ithaca. Tax Parcel No. 6-64- . 1-2,' Residence District R-30, the. Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals make and hereby does make a negative declaration of environmental significance. The voting on the motion was as follows. Ayes - King, Hines, Reuning, Austen. Nays - None. The motion was carried unanimously. Acting Chairman Austen read from the adopted Planning Board resolution of September 18, 1990 which is attached hereto as Exhibit #10. x rmr00 d,�"rr1 Va/IVVY .rwr r%V Ov ^.Od II11VOY1 .�. M►�i.v..vvr Responsibility of Lead Agency. General Information (Read Carefully) •' in completing the form the reviewer should be guided by the question: Have my responses and determinations been reasonable? The reviewer is not expected to be an expert environmental analyst. . . • Identifying that an impact will be potentially large (column 1) does not mean that it is also necessarily significant. Any large impact must be evaluated in PART 3 to determine significance. Identifying an impact in column 2 simply asks that it be looked at further. • The Examples provided are to assist the reviewer by showing types of impacts and wherever possible the threshold of --magnitude that would trigger a response -in column 2. The examples are generally applicable throughout the State and for--most-situations.- But— for any specific -project or site other examples and/or lower thresholds may be appropriate for a Potential Large Impact response, thus requiring evaluation in Part 3. • The impacts of each project, on each -site, in each locality, will vary. Therefore, the examples are illustrative and have been offered as guidance. They do not constitute an exhaustive list of impacts and thresholds to answer each question. • The number of examples per question does not indicate the importance of each question.• • In identifying impacts; consider long term, short term and cumlative effects, Instructions (Read carefully) a. Answer each of the 19 questions in PART 2. Answer Yes if there will be any impact. R._ b. Maybe answers should be considered as Yes answers, c. If answering Yes to a question then check the appropriate, box (column.1 or 2) to indicate the potential size of the impact. If impact threshold equals or exceeds any example provided, check column,2, If impact will occur but threshold is lower than example, check column 1. d. If reviewer has doubt about'size of the impact then consider the,•impav as potentially large and proceed to PART 3. e. If a potentially large impact checked in column 2 can -be mitigated by change(s) in the project toa small to moderate impact, also check the Yes box in column 3.' A No response indicates that such a reduction is not possible. This must be explained in Part 3. op 9 2 3 E Small to Potential Cans. Impact Be Moderate Large Mitigated By IMPACT ON LAND Impact Impact Project Change 1. Will the proposed action result in a physical change to the project site? ' ONO ®YES j Examples that would apply. to column 2 - • Any construction on slopes of 15% or greater, (15 foot rise; per 100 ❑ Q ❑Yes ONO foot of length), or where the general slopes in theproject area exceed 1096. • Construction on land where the depth to the water table is less than ❑ ❑ ❑Yes [:]No 3 feet. I • Construction ofpaved parking area for 1,000 or more vehicles, CI ❑ ❑Yes ❑No • Construction on land where bedrock is exposed or generally within ❑. ❑ ❑yes ONO 3 feet of existing ground surface, • Construction that will continue for more than 1 year or involve more ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No than one phase or stage. • Excavation for mining purposes that would reprove more than 1,000 13❑ ❑'Yes ❑No tons of natural material (i.e., rock or soil) per year. • Construction or expansion of a sanitary landfill, ❑ ❑ []Yes [:]No • Construction in a designated floodway. ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ONO • Other impacts ❑ - ❑ ❑Yes ONO 2. Will there be an effect v. Ay unique or unusual land forms found on the site? (i.e.. cliffs, dunes, geological formations, etc.)NNO OYES • Specific land 'forms: 10 ❑Yes ❑No 6 c� % - r- IMPACT ON WATER 3. Will proposed action affect any water body designated as protected? (Under Articles .15, 24, 25 of the Environmental Conservation Law, ECL) ONO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Developable area of site contains a protected water body. • Dredging more than 100 cubic yards of material from channel of a protected stream* • Extension of utility distribution facilities through a protected water body. • Construction in a designated freshwater or tidal wetland. • Other impacts: 4. Will proposed action affect any non•protected existing or new body of water?ONO C)YES Examples that would apply to column 2 ® A 10%. increase or decrease in the surface area. of any body of water or more than a 10 acre increase or. decrease, • Construction of a body of water that exceeds 10 acres of surface area. . • Other impacts: 5. Will Proposed Action affect surface or groundwater quality or quantity? ONO ®YES Examples that would apply to column 2 Proposed Action will require a discharge permit. ® Proposed Action requires use of a source of, water that does not •have approval �to serve proposed (proiect) action. ; ® Proposed Action requires water supply from wells with greater than 45 gallons per minute pumping capacity. • Construction or operation causing� any contamination of a water supply system, ® Proposed Action will adversely affect groundwater. ® Liquid effluent will be conveyed off the site to facilities which presently do not exist or have inadequate capacity, ® Proposed Action would use water in excess of 20,000 gallons per day. • Proposed Action will likely cause siltation or other discharge into an existing body of water to the extent that there will be an obvious visual contrast to natural conditions. • Proposed Action .will require the storage of --petroleum or chemical products greater than 1.100 gallons. • Proposed Action will allow residential uses In areas without water and/or sewer services. • Proposed Action locates commercial and/or industrial uses which may require new or expansion of existing waste treatment and/or storage facilities, • Other impacts: 6. Will proposed action alter drainage flow or pa"ems, or surface water runoff? ONO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action would change flood water flows. 1 Small to Moderate Impact 2 Potential Large Impact 3 Can Impact Be Mitigated By Project Change ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑. ❑Yes ❑No ❑ 1 ❑Y�s ONO ❑ ❑ s ❑Yes 07 No ❑❑ ❑Yes uNo ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ONO, ❑` ❑ ❑Yes' ❑No ❑ ❑ 11 Yes. ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑. []Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ C1 Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes C3 No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ® Oyes ®No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No 0 13 L,YeS C3 No • Proposed Action may cause substantial erosion. • Proposed Action is incompatible with existing drainage patterns. • Proposed Action will allow development in a designated floodway. ® Other impacts: IMPACT ON AIR 7. Will proposed action affect air quality? ®NO ❑YES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action will induce 1,000 or more vehicle trips in any given. hour. ® Proposed Action will result in the incinerationof more than 1 ton of .refuse per hour. • Emission rate -of, total contaminants will exceed: 5 lbs. per hour or a heat source producing more than 10 million' BTU's per hour. • Proposed action will .allow an increase in the amount of land committed to industria', use. • Proposed action will allow an .increase in the density of industrial development within existing industrial areas. • Other impacts: IMPACT ON PLANTS AND ANIMALS I Aa Small to Potentlal Can Impact Be Moderate Large Mitigated By Impact I Impact Project Change B., Will Proposed Action affect any threatened: or endangered ❑Yes ❑No ❑No ❑ species? ®NO OYES ❑Yes ❑No ❑No ❑ Examples that would apply to., column 2 ❑Yes ❑No ❑No • Reduction of one or more species listedionthe New York or Federal ❑Yes ❑No ❑ list, using the site, over or near site or found on the site. ❑Yes ❑No • Removal of any portion of a critical *or significant wildlife habitat... ® Application of pesticide or herbicide more than twice a year, other than for agricultural purposes. ` e Other impacts: 9. Will Proposed Action substantially affect non -threatened or non -endangered specks? ENO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action would substantially interfere with any resident or . migratory fish, shellfish or wildlife species. • Proposed Action, requires the removal of moi* than 10 acres of mature forest (over 100 years of age) or other locally important vegetation. IMPACT ON AGRICULTURAL LAND RESOURCES 10. Will the Proposed Action affect agricultural' land resources? ENO ❑YES Examples that would apply to column 2 • The proposed action would sever, cross or limit access to agricultural land (includes cropland, hayfields, pasture, vineyard, orchard, etc.) ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑No ❑ .❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ■❑ X Dyes ❑No ❑Yes ❑No ❑Yes C3 No 13Yes ❑No ❑Yes ❑No 0 ❑Yes E3 No ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ 1 ❑Yes 13 No ❑ ❑Yes ONO ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No • Construction activity would excavate or compact the soil profile of agricultural land. • The proposed action would irreversibly convert more than 10 acres of agricultural land or, if located in an Agricultutal District, more than 2.5 acres of agricultural land. - • The proposed action would disrupt or prevent installation of agricultural land management systems (e.g., subsurface drain. lines, outlet ditches, strip cropping); or create a need for such measures (e.g. cause a farm ' field to drain poorly due to increased runoff) • Other impacts:. IMPACT ON AESTHETIC RESOURCES 11 . Wild proposed action affect aesthetic resourcest ENO ❑YES .(If necessary, .use the Visual EAF Addendum in Section 617.21, Appendix B.) . Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposedland uses, or project components obviously different from or in sharp contrast to current surrounding land use pattems, whether man-made or natural. . .1 • Proposed° land uses, or project components visible to users of aesthetic resources which will eliminate or, significantly "reduce their. enjoyment of the aesthetic qualities of that resource. • Project components that will result in. the;elimination.or significant scIeeening of scenic views known to be important to the area. • Other impacts: IMPACT ON HISTORIC AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES 12. Will Proposed Action impact any site or structure of historic, pre• historic or paleontological importance? ENO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action occurring wholly or partially within or substantially contiguous to any facility or site listed on the State or National Resister of historic places. • Any impact to an archaeological site or fossil bed located within the project site. • • Proposed Action will occur in an area designated as sensitive for archaeological sites on the NYS Site Inventory. • Other impacts: ft IMPACT ON OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION 13. Will Proposed Action affect the quantity or quality of existing or w future open spaces or recreational opportunities?. Examples that would apply to column 2 ENO OYES • The permanent foreclosure of a future recreational opportunity. *,A major reduction of an open space important to the community. • Other impacts: Q 9 - 1 2 3 Small to Potential Can Impact Be Moderate Large Mitigated By Impact Impact Project Change ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ - ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ n ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑I ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ❑ ❑ 13 Yes ❑No �. ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ CYes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes [3 No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes C3 No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes C3 No ❑ ,r, ❑ C3 Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No IMPACT ON TRANSPORTATION 14. Will there be an effect to existing transportation systems? ENO DYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Alteration of present patterns of movement of people and/or goods. • Proposed Action will result in major traffic problems. • Other impacts: IMPACT ON ENERGY 1 S . - Will -proposed action affect- the -community's sources -of fuel - or energy supply? ENO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action will cause a greater than S% increase in the use of any form of energy in the municipality. • Proposed Action will require the creation or extension of an energy ;,_„.._transmission or supply system to serve more than So single or two family residences or to serve a major commercialor industrial use. • Other impacts: NOISE AND ODOR IMPACTS 16. Will there be objectionable odors, noise, or vibration as a result of the Proposed Action? ENO OYES Examples that would apply to'column 2 ; • Blasting within 1,500 feet of a, hospital, school or other sensitive facility. • Odors will' occur routinely (more than bre hour perddayl.. • Proposed Action will produce operating noise exceeding the local ambient noise levels for noise outside of structures: . • Proposed Action will remove natural barriers:"that would act as a noise screen. • Other impacts: IMPACT ON PUBLIC HEALTH 17. Will Proposed Action affect public health and safety? ONO ®YES Examples that would applyto column 2 • Proposed Action may cause a risk of explosion or release of hazardous substances (i.e. oil, pesticides, chemicals, radiation% etc.) in the event of accident or upset conditions, or there may be a chronic low level discharge or emission. • Proposed Action may result in the burial of "hazardous wastes" in any form (i.e. toxic, poisonous, highly reactive, radioactive, irritating. infectious, etc.) • Storage facilities for one million or more gallons of liquified natural gas or other flammable liquids. • Proposed action may result in the excavation or other disturbance within 2,000 feet of a site used for the disposal of solid or hazardous waste, • Other impacts: RouTUr ZFLFas°g nE, Fut=L UAPoRC Mi 21 iNr. KuAmgt_ aprkaaiir1Jt er= r-ActL_vtf 10 1 2 3 Small to Potential Can Impact Be Moderate large Mitigated By Impact Impact Project Change ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes [3No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes [3 No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ;. ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No i ❑ ❑.. Cl Yes ONO ❑ ❑ ❑Yes []No ❑• ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes 0 N ❑ ; ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No ❑Yes ❑No ❑ 1 ❑ I ❑Yes ONO ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑Nc ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑NC ❑Yes ❑Nc IMPACT ON GROWTH AND CHARACTER S 2 3 OF COMMUNITY OR NEIGHBORHOOD mall to Potential Can Impact Be Moderate Large Mitigated By 18. Will proposed action affect the character of the existing community? Impact Impact Project Change ®NO ❑YES Examples that would apply to column 1 • The permanent population of the city, town or village in which the ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No project is located is likely to grow by more than 5%. • The municipal budget for capital expenditures oroperating services ❑ ❑ ❑Yea 0 N will increase by more than 5% per year as a result of this project. • Proposed action will conflict with officially adopted plans or goals. ❑ ❑- ❑Yes ❑No • Proposed action will cause a change in the density of land use. ❑ ❑ - ❑'Yes ❑No • Proposed Action will replace or eliminate existing facilities, structures ❑ ❑ ❑Yes [3 No or areas of historic importance to the community, • Development will create a demand for additional community services ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No (e.g. schools, police and fire, etc.) • Proposed Action will set an important precedent for future projects, ❑ ❑ 11 Yes ❑No ® Proposed Action will create or eliminate emplownent ❑ ❑ 13 Yes ❑No • Other impacts: ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No 19. is there, or is there likely to be,. public controversy related tow potential adverse environmental impacts? IIIINO OYES 3 If,Any Action In Part 2 Is Identifiedas a Potential targe Impact vu. A If You Cannot Determine the Magnitudelof Impact, Proceed'. to Part 3 ' Part• 3_EVALUATION OF THE IMPORTANCE OF IMPACTS ResponsibiNty of Lead Agency Part 3 must• be prepared if one or more impact(s) is considered to be potentially large, even if the impact(,) may be mitigated. Instructions Discuss the following for each impact identified in Column 2 of Part 2: 1. Briefly describe the impact. 2. Describe (if applicable) how the impact could be mitigated or reduced to a small to moderate impact by project change(,): 3. Based on the information available, decide if it is reasonable to conclude that this impact is inqwtoc To answer the question of importance, consider. • The probability of the impact occurring • The duration of the impact • Its irreversibility, including permanently lost resources of value • Whether the impact can or will be controlled • The regional consequence of the impact • Its potential divergence from local needs and goals • Whether known objections to the project relate to this impact. a (Continue on attachments) • - PART II I - EVALUATION OF THE IMPORTANCE OF IMPACTS Proposed Fuel Island and Storage Tanks, Cornell University M.S.O. Garage. I . Describe Impact. Proposed Action will involve the storage of 14,000. gallons of fuel products ( diesel and gasoline) in two tanks, and amount which is greater than the 1,100 gallon threshold for petroleum or chemical products under Part II question A5. Potential major spill or leak of fuel onto ground may have a potential large impact on the environment. 2. How Could Project Impact Be Mitigated? The impact of a potential spill or leak of fuel cannot be mitigated or reduced to a small or moderate impact by project changes. 3. Based On The Information Available, Decide If It Is Reasonable To Conclude - That This Impact. Is Or Is Not Important. The design features of the proposed fuel storage tanks, specifically the proposed fuel tanks will be located above ground, and be surrounded by steel. dikes designed to contain 1 10% of the largest1ank capacityin!event of tank rupture (See attached :information sheet.), and the use of double -walled piping between the tanks and the fuel island itself, make the probability of a major fuel spill or leak and resultant potential 4large impact low. The proposed facilities will be constructed in conformance with applicable requirements .of the N.Y.Fire Protection Association -- Code;enforced by°the Town of Ithaca Zoning and Building Department. In addition, potentiai.spiIIs at the fuel pump island will be directed by the "pitch of the concrete pavement into a drainage system with an oiVwater separator to captum the spilled fuel::. Also, if -a failure of the dike system occurs and fuel does escape onto the surrounding ground, . Cornell University's Life Safety Division is equipped with personnel and equipment to respond to such emergency situations in a timely manner. Thus the duration of any potential leak and resulting impact.on the'environment is likely to be short term in nature; It can be controlled through generally accepted methods, including existing cleanup technology; and the regional consequence of the impact appears to be limited. No resource of value which could be permanently lost has been identified. No potential divergence from local goals or needs has been identified. Based on the above and the Information provided in Part I and Part I I-,--It-is reasonable to conclude that the potential large impact identified in Part I I, Question st S, is not important. Staff Recommendation: Determination of Significance Staff recommends a negative determination of environmental significance, for the project as . proposed. This recommendation is based on the design of the project, including design of the fuel storage and transmission facitlities, and spill containment facilities; uses anticipated; its location and general character of surrounding land use; the relatively small scale of the project; and the information and analysis provided in Parts I, I I, and I II of the LEAF. ze7 .e 9Iiylfo ft: /0 Cornell University Maintenance and Service OperationsGarage South of Route 366 and West of Game Farm Road Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, September 18, 1990 ADOPTED RESOLUTION: Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Garage South of Route 366 and West of Game Farm Road Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, September 18, 1990 MOTION by Mr. Robert Miller., seconded by Mr. Robert Kenerson: WHEREAS: 1. This action is the Consideration of a Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals with respect to a request for modification of the Special Approval granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals on July 30, 1985 for the Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Garage, to permit the installation of above -ground fuel storage tanks for the previously approved fuel island portion of the project. 2. The proposed project is: locatedwithin. the existing Cornell University Maintenance and Service 'Operations' Complex, approximately 1,300 feet south of NYS Route 366 and 1,800 feet west of Game Farm Road, on Town of Ithace° Tax Parcel No. 6-64-1-2, Residence.District R-30, 3. This is a Type=.I action for which :the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals::.is legislatively determined-. to; act as Lead Agency in coordinated review. The. Town of Ithaca Planning. Board is am involved agency in coordinated review. 4: The Planning ,Board, at .Public Hearing ,on. ;September 18, 1990, has reviewed: the' proposed°site plan, environmental assessment form and review, and other submissions.related to this proposal. 5. The Town Planning Department has 'recommended .that a negative determination of environmental significance be' made for this action. THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED: 1. That the Planning Board recommend and hereby does recommend to the Zoning Board of Appeals that a negative determination of environmental signif icance.be made for this action.. 2. That the Planning Board, in making recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals, determine and hereby does determine the following: a. There is a need for the proposed use in the proposed location. r I Cornell, University • Maintenance and Service Operations' Garage` South of Route 366 and West of Game Farm Road A,Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals Planning Board, 'September 18, 1990 b.. The existing and. probable future character of the neighborhood will not be adversely affected. c. The proposed use is in accordance with a comprehensive plan of development of the Town. 3. That the Planning Board report and hereby does report to the Zoning Board of Appeals its recommendation that the request for modification of the Special Approval granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals on July 30, 1985 for the Cornell University Maintenance and Service Operations' Garage, to permit the installation of above -ground fuel storage tanks for the previously approved fuel island portion of the project, be approved subject to the following condition: i. Approval of final site construction plan details by the Town Engineer. Aye - Grigorov, Kenerson, Lesser, Miller, Hoffmann. Nay - None. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Nancy M. Fuller, Secretary, Town of Ithaca;Planning Board, September 21, 1990. JU TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE -OF PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 1991 7:00 P.M. By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the 'Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, July 10, 1991, in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M., on the following matters: APPEAL of William Alberta, Appellant, requesting a variance from Article V. Section 20, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, to be permitted to construct an accessory structure/building with a finished height of 21 feet, located at 751 Elm Street Extension, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-28-1-29, Residence District R-30, Said Ordinance permits accessory structures to have a finished height of 15' only. APPEAL of 'Cornell University,, Owner; Lawrence P. Fabbroni, P.E., Agent, requesting a modification of the Special Approval granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals on April 10, 1991, for a temporary parking lot at the site of the former Oxley Arena, located on Dryden.Road (N.Y.S. Rte. 366p; Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-63-1-8..2, Residence District R-30. Said modification is to allow for the placement of up to six storage trailers for the pur.pos'e of storing construction material for on-going construction project's of the University.- The'modificatidn is requested under Article V,;Sectioni18,.of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance. APPEAL of Cornell University, Owner;"Lawrence P. Fabbroni, "P.E , Agent,' requesting a modification of the Special Approval granted by the Zoning :. Board of Appeals on October,.10, 1990, ,for the,placement of an above- ground. fuel storage tank within the area of the Maintenance and Service Operations Garage, located off N.Y.S. Rte 366 on' Cornell Univ'ersity's Palm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-64=1-,2, Res'i-dence District=` R-30. Said modification is for the placement'of the fuel storage tank in a:different on-site location from that previously approved. The modification is requested under Article V. Section 18, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, Said Zoning Board of Appeals will at said time, 7:00 p.m., and said place, hear all persons in support of such matters or objections thereto. Persons may appear by agent or in person. -- Andrew S. Frost Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer Town of Ithaca 273-1747 Dated: July 2, 1991 Publish: July 5, 1991 TOWN OF ITHACA AFFIDAVIT OF PO'S'TING AND PUBLICATION I. Jean H. Swartwood, being duly sworn, depose and say that I am the Town Clerk of the 'Town of Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York; that the following Notice has been duly posted on the Sign Board of the Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca and that said Notice has been duly published in the local newspaper, The Ithaca Journal. u_ulic Hearings to be held by the Town of Ithac als in Town Hall 126 East Seneca Street Ithaca New Yo ay, July.10F..,199le commencing at 7:00 P.M., as per attached Location of Sign Board used for Posting: Located atfront bulletin board of Town Ha 1 'i _ Date of Posting: Julv 3, 1991 Date of Publication: July 5, 1991 Jean Town . Swartwood, T wn f Ithaca STATE OF NEW YORK ►SS.: COUNTY OF TOMPKINS ) Sworn to and subscribed before me this 9th' day of •July, -1.991,,, rk Notary Public LEAH 8. CARPENTER Notary Public, State of New York Qualified in Tompkins Co. No. 4787177 My Commission Expires April 30, 1`� f - a finished height of 21 feet, located at 751 Elm Street, Ex- tension, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-28-1-29, Resi• Approval granted by the dente District R-30. Said Or- Zoning Board of Appeals on dinance permits accessory October 10, 1990 for the structures to have a finished placement of an above height of 15' only. J _ ground fuel storage tank APPEAL of Cornell University, t within the area of the Main - Owner; Lawrence P. Fabbro- enance and Service OPera- TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING ni, P,E., Agent, requesting o tion Garage, faceted off BOARD OF APPEALS modification of the Special N.Y.S. Rte. 366 on Cornell NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 1991 Approval granted by the University's Palm Road, 7:00 P.M. Zoning Board of Appeals on Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel April 10 1991, for a tempo- No. 6-64-1-2, Residence Dis- By direction of the Chairman rary acing lot at the site of trict R-30. Said modification. at the Zoning Board of Ap- the former Oxley Arena, lo- s for the placement of the peals NOTICE is HEREBY cated on Dryden Road fuel storage tank in a differ - GIVEN that Public Hearings(N.Y.S. Rte. 366), Town of ent on-site location from that will be held by the Zoning theca Tax Parcel No. 6-63-1- previously approved. The Board of Appeals of the 8.2, Residence District R-30. modification is requested un - Town of Ithaca on Wednes- Said modification is to allow da , July 100 1991, in Town for the placement of up to six der Article V, Section 18, of Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, storage trailers for the pur- the Town of Ithaca Zoning (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, pose of storing construction Ordinance. WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., material for on- pin con Said Zoning Board of App commencing ar 7:00 P. M., on g g peals will at said time, 7:00 :he following matters: structionprojects of the Uni- p.m., and said place hear all versity. The modification isersons in support under Article V, matters or objections APPEL of William Alberta, requested hereto. Appellant, requesting a vari- Section 18, of the Town;of Persons my appear by ance from Article V, Section Ithaca Zoning Ordinance., agent or in person. 20, of the Town of Ithaca APPEAL of Cornell University, July 2, 1991 Zoning Ordinance, to be per- Owner; Lawrence P. Fabbro- mitted to construct an acces• ni, P.E., Agent, requesting a t Building InAndrto S. c Fio sory structure/building with modification of the Special Enforcement Officer -- Town of Ithaca July 5, 1991 273-1747 r TOWN OF ITHACA.ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OE' PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, JULY 10F 1991 7:00 P.li. i By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning •Board of Appeals NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings will be held by the Zoninq.Board of Appeals of the Town. of Ithaca on Wednesday, July 10, 1995, in Town Hall, 126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side), Ithaca, N.Y., COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M., on the following matters: APPEAL of William Alberta, Appellant, requesting a variance.from Article V, .Section 20, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, to be permitted to construct an accessory structure/building with a_finished,height of 21 feet, located at 751 Elm Street Extension, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. b-28-1-29, Residence District R-30, Said Ordinance permits accessory structures to have a finished height of 15only. APPEAL of Cornell University, Owner; Lawrence P. Fabbroni, P ., Agent, requesting a modification of the Special Approval granted by the 'Zoning Board -of Appeals on April 10, 1991, for a temporary parking lot at the site of the former Oxley Arena, located on Dryden Road (N.Y.S. Rte. 366), Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-63-1-8.2; :Residdnce District R-30. Said modification is to allow for the placement of up to six storage trailers for the purpose of storing construction material for on-going construction projects of the University. The modification is requested under Article V. Section 18, of the Town of Ithaca -Zoning Ordinance. APPEAL of Cornell University, Owner; Lawrence P. Fabbroni, P.E.., Agent, requesting a modification of the Special Approval'grante'd by the Zoning Board of Appeals on October 10, 1990, for the placement of an above- ground fuel storage tank within the area of the Maintenance and Service Operations Garage, located off N.Y.S. Rte 366 on Cornell University's Palm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6'-64=1-2, Residence District R-30.' Said modification is for'the placement of the fuel storage tank in a different on-site location from that previously approved. The modification is requested under Article V,,Section 18, of the Town of Ithaca 'Zoning Ordinance. Said Zoning Board of Appeals will at said time,- 7:00 p.m., and said place, hear.all persons in support of such matters or objections thereto. Persons may appear by agent or in person. Andrew S. Frost Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer Town of Ithaca I. 273-1747 Dated: July 2, 1991 G_ Publish: July 5, 1991 � fs•` Jr. ,.l 1. AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAIL. STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF TOMPKINS ) SS.. Dani L. Holford, being duly sworn, "deposes and says, that deponent is not a party to the actions, is over 21 years of age and resides at 1991 West Seneca Street, Ovid; NY 14521. That the 3rd day of July, 1991, deponent served the within Notice upon: William Alberta Mrs. Helen DeGraff 751 Elm Street Extension 122 West Haven Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Ithaca, NY 14850 Longhouse Cooperative 770 Elm Street Extension Ithaca, NY 14850 John E. Majeroni, CU Real Estate Department 20 Thornwood Drive, #103 Ithaca, NY 14850 Daniel & Donna Bizzell 750 Elm Street Extension Ithaca, NY 14850 John E. Majeroni, CU Real Estate Department 20 Thornwood Drive, #103 Ithaca, NY 14850 Larry Fabbroni, CU Facilities Engr. Humphreys Service Building Ithaca, NY 14853 Shirley K. Egan, CU Assoc. Univ, Council 500 Day Hall Ithaca, NY 148531 Lewis S. Roscoe, CU Dir./Campus Planning 102 Humphreys Svc: Bldg, Ithaca, NY 148531 John E. Majeroni, CU Real Estate Department 20 Thornwood Drive, #103 Ithaca, NY 14850 Arthur & Noeimi Kraut 635 Elm Street - Ithaca, NY 14850 Stanley_& Dawn Greene 720 Elm Street Extension Ithaca, NY 14850 Albert L. Wright, CU Architectural Services Humphreys Service Bldg. Ithaca;"'NY 14853-3701 Harry MacPherson, -CU Dir/Construction Mgmt. Humphreys.Service Building Ithaca, NY 14853 Callista Paolangeli, Clerk City of Ithaca 108 E. Green Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Larry.Fabbroni, CU Facilities Engr. Humphreys Service Building Ithaca, NY 14853 l i A r a L7 Ar 2 Shirley K. Egan, CU Assoc. Univ. Council 500 Day Hall Ithaca, NY 14853 r. Lewis S. Roscoe,'CU Dir./Campus Planning 102 Humphreys Svc. Bldg. Ithaca, NY 14853 Albert L. Wright, CU Architectural Services Humphreys Service Bldg. Ithaca, NY 14853-3701 Callista Paolangeli, Clerk City of Ithaca 108 E.. Green Street Ithaca, NY 14850 i Harry MacPherson, CU Dir/Construction Mgmt, Humphreys.Service Building Ithaca, NY 14853 Susanne Lloyd, Clerk Town of Dryden 65 East Main Street Dryden, NY 13053 NYS Dorm. Authority Ronald Lane,'PE 161 Delaware Avenue Delmar, NY 12054-1398 James -W. Hanson, Jr. Commissioner of -Ping. Biggs Building A 301 Dates Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 By depositing same enclosed in a post-paid addressed wrapper, in" a post office under the exclusive care and custody of the United States Post Office Department within the State of New York. Sworn to before me this 9th day of July, 1991 NOTARY PUBLIC STATE OF NEW YORK # 4646 427 CP/ 3 Dani' L. Holford R' - � • .S`. 4' 5 S >z •-moi _ t A TOWN OF 1THACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE 01' PUBLIC HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 1991 7:00 P.ti. By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, July 1.0, 1991, in Town Hall, .126 East Seneca Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR Entrance, WEST Side),:. Ithaca, N.Y., COMMENCING AT,•7:O0 P.M., on the following matters: APPEAL of William Alberta, Appellant, requesting a variance from Article V, Section 20, of the Town of Ithaca 'Zoning Ordinance, to be permitted to construct an accessory structure/building with a finished height of 21 feet, located at 751 Elm Street Extension, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-28-1-29, Residence District R-30, Said Ordinance permits accessory structures to have a finished height of 15' only. APPEAL of •Cornell University, Owner; Lawrence P. Vabbroni, P, E, Agent, requesting a modification of the Special Approval granted by theZoningBoard of Appeals on April 10, 1991, for a temporary parking lot at the site of the former Oxley Arena, located on eDryden Road (N.Y.S. Rte. 366), Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6-63-1-8.2., Residence District R-30. Said modification is to allow for the placement of up -.to six storage trailers for the purpose of storing construction material for on-going construction projects of the University. The modification is requested under Article V. Section 18, of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance. APPEAL of Cornell University, Owner; Lawrence P. Fabbroni, P.E., Agent,% requesting a modification of the Special Approval gran.te'd by the Zoning Board of Appeals on October 10, 1990, for the placement of an above- ground fuel storage tank within the area of the Maintenance and Service Operations Garage, located off N.Y.S. Rte 366 on Cornell University's• Palm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 6'-64-1=2, Residence' District'. R-30. Said modification is for -the placement. of the...fuel storage tank in a different on-site location from _that previously approved. The modification is requested under Article V, Section 18, of the Town of Ithaca 'Zoning Ordinance. Said Zoning Board of Appeals will at said time, place, hear all persons in support of such matters or Persons may appear by agent or in person. Dated: July 2, 1991 Publish: July 5, 1991 0 Andrew S. Frost Building Inspector/Zoning `Down of Ithaca 273-1747 7:00 p.m..,' objections and said - thereto. Enforcement Officer FINAL HEARINGSNOTICE OF PUBLIC , WEDNESDAY,SEPTEMBER 27, 1995 7:00 By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Wednesday, September Entrance, WEST Side), 27, 1995, in Town Hall, Ithaca, N.Y., COMIENCING 126 East AT 7:00 Seneca P.M., on Street, (FIRST Floor, REAR the following matters: APPEAL of Russell Poyer, Appellant, requesting a variance from the requirements of Article IV, Section 14 of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, to be permitted to maintain a recently constructed single-family dwelling with a south side lot line building setback of 10.5' (15' setback required) at 518 East Shore Drive, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 16-1-14, Residence District R-15. APPEAL of The Catholic Cemetery Association, Appellant/Owner, Doug Gillogly, Agent, requesting a special approval from the Zoning Board of Appeals under Article XIII, Section 70 of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, to allow the proposed deposit of fill material in excess of 2,500 cubic yards at 631 Five Mile Drive, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 31-2-26.2, Residence District R-30. APPEAL of Cornell University, Appellant/Owner, Scott Whitham, Agent, requesting a special approval from the Zoning Board of Appeals under Article XIII, Section 70 of the Zoning Ordinance, to allow the proposed deposit of 15,250 + cubic yards of fill material on portions of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64-1-1 and 64-1-2, in Cornell's Precinct 7 located off New York State Route 366 and Game Farm Road, Residence District R-30. Said Zoning Board of Appeals will at said time, 7:00 p.m., and said place, hear all persons in support of such matters or objections thereto. Persons may appear by agent or in person. Individuals with visual or hearing impairments or other special needs, as appropriate, will be provided with assistance, as necessary, upon request. Persons desiring assistance must make such a request not less than 48 hours prior to the time of the public hearing. Andrew S. Frost Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer 273-1783 Dated: September 19, 1995 Publish: September 22, 1995 Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals September 27, 1995 Chairman Austen referred to a letter from the Conservation. They have some measures they want such as are their normal standards. MOTION By 1fr. David Stot., seconded by Air. Harry Ellsworth. 12 Department of Environmental silt guards. He assumes those RESOLVED, that the Board approve the appeal of the Catholic Cemetery Association, requesting special approval from the Zoning Board of Appeals under Article XIII, Section 70, Tom of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, be allowed to deposit up to 60,000 cubic yards of dirt and natural stone on site, located at 631 Five Mile Drive, and that the approval be predicated on the following conditions: i. Adherence to the recommendations as outlined by the Tom of Ithaca Planning Board resolution to the Zoning Board of Appeals, dated September 19, 1995. 2. It has to comply with the New York State Department of Environmental Conserva- tion's requirements pertaining to fill. 3. This is a three-year permit. 4. The deposit of fill must not exceed 60,000 cubic yards. Chairman Austen asked for a vote on the motion, which resulted as follows: AYES - Austen, Ellsworth, Stott. NAYS - none. The motion was carried unanimously. The final appeal to be heard by the Board was as follows: Appeal of Cornell University, Appellant/Owner, Scott Whitham, Agent, requesting a special approval from the Zoning Board of Appeals under Article %III; Section 70 of the Zoning Ordinance, to allow the proposed deposit of 15,250± cubic yards of fill material on portions of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64-1-1 and 64-1-2, in Cornell's Precinct 7 located off New York State Route 366 and Game Farm Road, Residence District R-30. Chairman Austen asked Mr. Whitham where he proposes to put all of the fill. 11r. Mr. Ellsworth asked ghat is causing all of the fill. Mr. Whitham replied by showing on the map the areas involved in the project. He then referred to the old Cornell dump site. That site has a slope to it that is more than three on one, especially down towards the creek. The site is covered pretty much with crown vetch. It's a steep slope and they want to stabilize that slope. There are fill soils south of the library annex. They want to take those fill soils and put them on the old disposal site to stabilize the slope. They then plan to vegetate it. To do that, there's a swale that carries storm water through a little creek (he showed on the map where the creek is). They are going to put in two, 36" conduits dorm in there to carry the water and then grate the swale. Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals September 27, 1995 A 1M • 13 Mr. Frost showed a picture to the Board. Mr. Whitham said the picture shows the corner of Palm Road, the southeast corner. What he is talking about at this time is right below that. He showed the point on the map. He then showed a group of trees on the map. Mr. Frost asked if he was speaking about behind the tree line and in back of the field. Mr. Whitham said yes. He continued by saying that the main point was to stabilize and vegetate the slope. Mr. Ellsworth asked if the material they plan to use is already there. Air. Whitham said that it is. Air. Whitham continued with the other part of the project is to work with storm water management, in terms of containing storm water. The two areas they are going to work with are right off of Rte. 366 by Life Safety. There's a little swaled area with a gate in case of spills from storage. Basically, they are going to make that a larger area. Air. Ellsworth asked if there are things Life Safety might be storing. Air. 1.1hitham said yes, in terms of the storage shed (which he pointed out on the map). There's just a small grass swale and they will make a larger grass Swale. Then they will revegetate it; it will be a fairly long, easy grade to mow. They also want to seed some areas that are currently eroding into the watershed. They will vegetate those also. He then pointed out the old poultry lagoon, which occasionally overflows. They are going to bolster that whole area. This will control the overflow. Mr. Frost asked him if he means at the poultry lagoon. Pir. Whitham said he does. Mr. Frost voiced a concern. What is misleading to him is that he looks at the top right hand corner (on the map) and sees a shaded area on the map. It's basically labelled "project area." Air. Whitham agreed with that. Mr. Frost then asked if it goes back behind the General Stores ,warehouse. He wanted to know how accurate is that shaded area. Air. Whitham noted that, at one point, they thought the project was a lot larger. They thought they would create a new pond up in the area Air. Frost referred to. This would take care of the hydrology for a 20 -year storm. They decided they could do that at a spot he pointed cut to 1.4r. Frost. Fir. Frost said that his question, therefore, is if the shaded area on their reduced maps, marked "project area" really represents the actual area. Mr. Whitham showed Mr. Frost on the map where the area would be. Air. Frost noted that the marked area goes north to encompass the General Stores warehouse. Air. Whitham said it does show that but they are not going to be doing any fill work in that area at this point. So, in terms of the location plan, they can just make smaller circles. Mr. Stotz asked if they are now constructing two ponds. Air. Whitham replied no. They call one pond 12. It's not really a pond, it's just an indentation area. Fir. Stotz wanted to know what pond 8 is. Mrs. Cornish answered him by saying that it is now detention area S. Air. Stotz noted that it is a wet area. Fir. Whitham said that it is wetlands and they have a permit from the Army Corps of Engineers to work in that area. Mr. Frost asked if there has been a lot of fill material going into the areas between the Library Annex Road and Palm Road, Mr. Whitham noted that some years ago, he thinks, there was primarily stone from the library. Air. Walker added that the Town utilized a portion of that stone when they rebuilt Judd Falls Road this summer. They stockpiled a lot of excavated material and gravels that came out of the road base, as well as the recycled asphalt. The millings they milled off Judd Falls Road and stockpiled them there. That material has all been removed. There were some other road projects that were using that. Mr. Frost noted that, when he was up taking pictures, he noticed a lot of stuff up there. Mr. Whitham replied that there was a lot, but now a lot of it is gone at this point. It's pretty clean now and primarily is used for storage. There are some things there, such as tiles and things. They are going to designate other areas in which to store those things. Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals September 27, 1995 W! Mr. Stotz asked if it would impact the recreation area. Mr. Whitham replied that they are not touching the recreation area at all. Mr. Stott asked about the area where they would be pushing dirt down the slope. Mr. I•Ihitham stated that right now that slope is very steep. They are going to bring the toe closer to the recreational area. There's a swale that's in there right now that carries water west. Basically, they are going to put that existing water in two 36" pipes and cover it over and create another swale. Still, it will be outside the recreational area. Chairman Austen asked how much fill will be in that area. Fir. Whitham said there would be 2', in general. Chairman Austen asked if the tile going in would be grade level.I Mr. Whitham said it would be buried. firs. Cornish informed them that the information they are looking for is on page 4 in the packets. Mr. Walker explained there was a cross section in the upper left corner. The conduits are 36", so the fill at the toe of the slope will be closer to S' above the bottom of the ditch, the slope will be covered with 2'. You can see that, by putting in the two conduits, they can fill over the top of that and make a more stable slope. Then there's still a small diversion at the base of the slope, which will be below the recreation way. Basically, it's going to make much less of a ditch there. Right now, it's pretty deep right there. Mr. Whitham said they have been working very close with the Natural Areas Committee at Cornell for this project, and also with the Department of Natural Resources, in terms of naturalizing the area and basically making it a better wetlands. They are trying to make the vegetation more native, as opposed to crown vetch. PIr. Walker noted that crown vetch is one of the vegetations of choice to stabilize slopes. The fact that one of the purposes is to try to kill it ... and they want to get more native grasses growing on it. Mr. Whitham pointed out the wetlands area. He added that they have an Army permit to work there, to basically take soils out and make a small permanent pond and to expand the wetlands. So, one will get more storm water capacity into storage, making a more viable, complex wetlands. Mr. Stott asked if that is what is being referred to as a concern about erosion into the pond. Mrs. Cornish said yes. Mr. walker added that a concern is that if a lot of that area is opened up, silt from there could fill the pond. That's why there's a provision that the depth of the silt in the pond be monitored. That pond will make a very good sediment trap. So, if there is a lot of construction work (if Precinct 7 ever happens), this will be a natural barrier to sediment getting off the site into Cascadilla Creek. It will have to be maintained. Air. Whitham said if Precinct 7 does happen, they can be thinking about how the whole watershed happens. Basically, it acted as a silt trap for the railway. There is primarily silt in there from the watershed now. The idea is to take that out and recreate a more viable wetlands, while at the same time to store water now. Chairman Austen asked how large it is going to be. I-fr. Whitham asked if he means in terms of actual cubic yardage. Mrs. Cornish asked what phase this is. Mr. Whitham replied that it would be just pond S. It would be 150' long and 50' deep. Mr. Frost reiterated that nothing is being involved in the area between the Annex Road and Palm Road. Mr. Whitham agreed with that. t-fr. Stotz asked about the outlet pipe in the poultry lagoon. He wanted to know where it ends up going. Mr. Whitham stated that it's just overflow. Mr. Stotz then asked what the poultry lagoon collects. He has gone by there and has noticed that it reeks. lir. Whitham reiterated that it is just runoff at this point. fir. Ellsworth said it's not active anymore. Mr. Stotz again said that it stinks awfully there. Mr. Whitham reminded them that a lot of the area is swampy and will smell on hot days. Town, of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals September 27, 1995 15 Air. Ellsworth asked if, since that's the old dump site, will they be cutting anything there. tdr. Whitham responded that they would not. Chairman Austen noted that it seems they will be just moving fill. Mr. Whitham agreed. Mr. Walker noted there would be some excess material from Pond 12. He said it would be used to grade out other areas. Chairman Austen asked if they are just enlarging that dimension in a little deeper. 14r. Whitham responded affirmatively. Air. Frost said that the building is only about six or seven years old. It was there when he joined the Tom in 1987 or 1988. Chairman Austen opened the public hearing. With no one present to speak, the public hearing was closed. JNk!§:T*IN Mrs. Cornish said that she believes they have already covered all the points addressed in the environmental assessment form. There is.one point that wasn't brought up. The existing trees that are on that fill area are to be protected with tree guards and those are shown as boxes on the map. There are some additional plantings that will be happening, in addition to the soil stabilization plantings. Chairman Austen noted that he has yet to see anyone excavate around trees and have the trees survive. He has seen 1,000 of them. Two years dorm the line they don't make it. Mr. Walker stated that, because they are locust trees, you could bury them and they would pop up again next year. Chairman Austen said they are probably the one type of tree that ;could survive. Mr. Walker asked if that site was covered about five years ago. Mr. Frost noted that to the west of the Annex they did a lot of stuff. Airs. Cornish added that she is glad they are making an attempt to save those trees. Atr. Walker asked Air. Whitham to be sure, if they had to be cut, they be cut below grade so no one can see them. Attorney Barney asked how firm the 15,250 is. Air. Whitham said it's much less than that. That's the number they were looking at when they had a lot more project area. At the Planning Board, they were pressed to get a number. So, that's the number they gave. Airs. Cornish added that it couldn't possibly be more than that because that was including the other pond. Air. Walker stated that the phase of the library annex is 3,400 yards, approximately, and the two ponds are a total of about 3,900 yards now. He said it would be double if you dig it out and then put it in. A contractor says you are moving it twice, so he gets paid twice. Mr. Stotz asked if they are excavating out of that pond. Mr. Whitham showed him where they would be excavating. Air. Stotz asked if there is sub -surface drainage into the pond. Mr. Whitham showed which way the watershed goes. It is being monitored. Mr. Stotz asked if there are any contaminants in the area to be excavated. Air. Whitham replied no. Mr. Walker said the biggest problem they had was some high iron levels. Chairman Austen asked for a motion on the environmental assessment. VT45 f .I By Mr. Harry Ellsworth, seconded by Air. David Stotz. e .J6. Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals September 27, 1995 16 RESOLVED, that the Board make a negative determination of environmental significance for the project proposed for the Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel 64-1-1 and 64-1-2, Cornell Precinct 7, near Rte. 366, more commonly known as the Orchard area, Residence District R-30, based on a review by JoAnn Cornish, Town Planner II, August 25, 1995. Chairman Austen asked for any further discussion. He -then asked for a vote on the motion, which resulted as follows: AYES - Austen, Ellsworth, Stott. NAYS - None. The motion tuas carried unanimously. Chairman Austen noted that the Planning Board has a resolution that needs to be taken into consideration at this time. Mr. Stott asked if he is talking about the schedule. Chairman Austen informed him that it is an adopted resolution from the Planning Board. Attorney Barney said it is on page 2 of the Planning Board resolution. Chairman Austen read the Planning Board resolution dated September 5, 1995, ;7hich was passed unanimously by the Planning Board, Mr. Stott asked if that has been provided. 11r. Walker said yes. The first two (a and b) will be monitcred throughout the project. The mylar maps have been provided to the Town. Chairman Austen read the letter from the Tompkins County Department of Planning dated August 24, 1995. Chairman Austen asked for a motion on the appeal. MOTION By Mr. Harry Ellsworth, seconded by Mr. David Stotz. RESOLVED, that the Board grant a special approval under Article XIII, Section 70 of the Zoning Ordinance, to allow the moving and/or depositing of up to 9,500 cubic yards of fill material on portions of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcels No. 64-1-1 and 64- 1-2, in Cornell's Precinct 7 located off Rte. 366 and Game Farm Road, Residence District R-30, with the following condition: 1. The Planning Board's recommendations and conditions set forth in their resolution of September 5, 1995 must be adhered to. Chairman Austen then asked for a vote on the motion, which resulted as follows: AYES - Austen, Ellsworth, Stott. NAYS - None. The motion was carried unanimously. Attorney Barney asked if, in view of the fact that the number was originally 15,250, with a somewhat greater project in mind, would Mr. Whitham accept that the number now be 9,000 cubic yards. Mr. Whitham stated that they are close to 9,000. Attorney Barney informed him that 3,900 and 3,400 would make 7,300 cubic yards, which is where they are now. This would give them a leeway of 1,700 cubic yards. Mr. Whitham indicated that was acceptable. Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals September 27, 1995 Por. Frost relayed that he is now confused because Mr. Walker's memo says to include a deposit of between 5,000 and 60,000 cubic yards. Mrs. Cornish said it's two separate projects and that it is confusing. Chairman Austen said 15,250 is what he gets from Mr. Walker. Air. Whitham replied that they would want a little leeway. Attorney Barney said 9,000 would give some leeway, but to go ahead and make it 9,500. In view of ;chat they are talking about doing, the application really was to deposit. It's actually a combination of move and deposit. The motion could be a permit to move and/or deposit up to 9,500 cubic yards of fill. Mr. Ellsworth agreed to that. Chairman Austen adjourned the meeting at 8:47 PMG Debbie Raines, ZBA Secretary Edward Austen, Chai .l 5 Town Assigned Project ID Number Tovn of Ithaca Environ mental R = %&T ev SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM For UNLISTED ACTIONS Located in the Town of Ithaca, Tompkins County ONLY PART I — Project Information (To be completed by Applicant or Project Sponsor) 1. Applicant /Sponsor: 2, Project Name: /- / ul +L o 1 'i '7 ' "/O i 3. Precise Location (Street Address and Road Intersections, prominent landmarks, etc. or provide map): Tax Parcel Number: 4. Is Proposed Action: '® NE`.V EXPANSION MODIFICATION/ ALTERATION Rev. 10/90 5. Describe Project Briefly (Include project purpose, present land use, current and future construction plans, and other relevant items) : (Attach separate sheet(s) if necessary to adequately describe the proposed project.) I 6. Amount of.Land Affected: Initially (0-5 yrs) Acres (6-10 yrs) Acres (>10 yrs) Acres 7. How is the Land Zoned Presently ? B. Will proposed action comply with existing zoning or other existing land use restrictions? YES F1 NO F�J If no, describe conflict briefly : 9. Will proposed action lead to a request for new: Public Road ? YES a NO [2 Public Water? YES NO 10. What is the present land use in the vicinity of the proposed project? Industrial E] Agriculture r�l Park/Forest/Open Space Please describe: Public Sewer? YES 1 NO Residential n Commercial 0 Other 1 1 . Does proposed action involve a permit, approval, or funding, now or, ultimately from any other governmental agency (Federal, State, Local)? YESJZ NO If yes, list agency name and permit/approval/funding: 12. Does anu aspect of the proposed action have a currentlu valid permit or approval? YESNO F] If yes, list agency name and permit/approval. Also, state whether that permit/approval ill require modification. 1 CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applicant/Sponsor Name (Print or Type): Z7 Cer--r Signature: / Date: 0 PART II - ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT o be completed by the Town; Use attachments as necessary.) A. Coes proposed action exceed any Type I threshold in 6 NYCRR, Part 617.12 or Town Environmental Local Law? YES NO xy If yes, coordinate the review process and use the full EAF. B. Will proposed action receive coordinated review as provided for unlisted actions in 6 NYCRR, Part 617.6? YES NO XXX If no. a negative declaration may be superseded by another involved agency. if any. C. Could proposed action result in any adverse effects associated with the following: (Answers may be handwritten, It legible) C1. Existing air quality, surface or groundwater quality, noise levels, existing traffic patterns, solid waste production and disposal, potential for erosion, drainage or flooding problems? Explain briefly: See attached. C2. Aesthetic, agricultural, archaeological, historic, or other natural or cultural resources? Community or neighborhood character? Explain briefly: See attached. C3. Vegetation or fauna, fish, shellfish, or wildlife species, significant habitats, unique natural areas, wetlands, or threatened or endangered species? Explain briefly: See attached. C4. The Town's existing plans or goals as officially adopted, or a change in use or intensity of use of land or other natural resources? Explain briefly: See attached. CS. Growth, subsequent development, or related activities likely to be induced by the proposed action? . Explain briefly: See attached. C6. Long term, short term, cumulative, or other effects not identified in C1 - CS? Explain briefly: See attached. C7. Other impacts (including changes in use of either quantity or type of energy)? Explain briefly: See attached. D. Is there, or is there likely to be, controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts? YES NO XX If yes, explain briefly: See attached. E. Comments of staff X , CAC , other attached. (Check as aoplicable.) PART III - DETERMINATION OF SIGNIRCANCE (ro be completed by the Town of Ithaca) Instructions: For each adverse effect Identified above, determine whether It Is substantial, targe, Important, or otherwise significant. Each effect should be assessed In connection with Its (a) setting (le, urban or rural); (b) probability of occurring; (c) duration; (d) Irreversibility; (a) geographic scope; and (f) magnitude. If necessary, add attachments or reference supporting materials. Ensure that explanations contain sufficient detail to show that all relevant adverse Impacts have been Identified and adequately addressed. Check here if you have identified one or more potentially large or significant adverse impacts which MAY occur. Then proceed directly to the full EAF and/or prepare a positive declaration. Check here if you have determined, based on the information and analysis above and any supporting documentation, that the proposed action WILL NOT result in any significant adverse environmental impacts AND provide on attachments as necessary the reasons supporting this determination. Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Date: ature of Responsible"cer in Lead s SignatWif different from Responsible Office Signature of Contributing Preparer 7 PART II - Environmental Assessment - Request for Special Approval, Cornell University - Soil Stabilization/Storm Water Management, Precinct 7, Route 366 & Dryden Road August 25, 1995 Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals A. Action is Unlisted B. Action will receive coordinated review C. Could action result in any adverse effects on, to or arising from the following_ CIO Existing air surface or groundwater quality or quantity, noise levels, existing traffic patterns, solid waste production or disposal, potential for erosion, drainage or flooding_ problems? No significant impacts to air quality, noise levels, solid waste production and disposal, and existing traffic patterns are anticipated. The proposed action consists of the consideration of a request for Special Approval by the Zoning Board of Appeals per Article XIII, Section 70 of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance to allow the proposed extraction and deposit in excess of 10,000 cubic yards of fill material by Cornell University on portions of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No's. 64-1-1 and 64-1-2, for the Precinct 7 Soils Stabilization and Stormwater Management project. Project area is located off NYS Route 366 and Game Farm Road, Residence District R-30. Cornell University, Owner/Applicant; Scott Whitham, Agent. Some impact on surface and groundwater water quality and quantity, water quality, potential for erosion, drainage or flooding are anticipated. In accordance with the Draft GEIS for Possible Future Expansion Southeast of Cornell University's Main Campus (September 1993), stormwater ponds are proposed to mitigate the impacts of existing development. Two of these ponds are proposed to be constructed at this phase, Pond 8 and Pond 12. An existing Pond 13 is proposed to have an outlet pipe installed and a weir constructed at its western end. In addition, a minimum of two feet of soil cover will be added to the former refuse disposal site to improve grades and control erosion. According to a report entitled "Cornell University Precinct & Stormwater Sediment Control Project Summary" dated 8/93, "This site was used for trash and refuse disposal from approximately 1938 until 1973. No formal records were kept concerning the types of waste disposed of at the site, although the university maintained separate sites for disposal of radioactive and chemical wastes. This site was closed in 1973 and capped with two feet of suitable soil cover, according to the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) regulations that were in effect at that time. In 1992, Cornell retained an independent environmental consultant, Stearns and Wheler of Cazenovia New York, to study the groundwater and surface water conditions at the site. Groundwater was found to contain inorganic contaminants consistent with the placement of refuse and putrescible materials, however no hazardous chemicals were found in the surface water or the groundwater. Stearns and Wheler concluded that there is virtually no risk to human health or the environment from the former disposal site." Cornell University Soil Stabilization/Storm Water Management EAF - August 25, 1995 Page 2 There is some concern that silt from the eroding hillside, particularly from the area south of the Nuclear Studies Storage Yard, where subsurface drainage is created from the tile drains (shown on the Site Map) as well as from the surface runoff and which will drain directly into the proposed Pond No. 8, will quickly fill in the proposed pond and eventually allow the sediment to go directly into Cascadilla Creek. Soils in this area are highly erodible and test borings have shown that an impervious layer of clay exists beneath the soil surface in this area. All of these factors may contribute to erosion and sediment problems in Pond No. 8 and the creek. It is essential therefore, that maintenance of the pond be addressed and monitored through regular inspections. C2. Aesthetic, agricultural, archeological, historic, or other natural or cultural resources, or community or neighborhood character? No significant adverse impacts to agricultural, archeological, historic, natural or cultural resources are anticipated. The proposed fill of approximately two feet to cover exposed refuse, in conjunction with the re -vegetating of a currently eroding slope, is intended to be beneficial to the site. C3. Vegetation or fauna, fish, shellfish or wildlife species, significant habitats, or threatened or endangered species? No significant adverse impacts to vegetation or fauna, shellfish or wildlife species, or endangered species are anticipated. The applicant has proposed tree protection for existing trees in the proposed project area as well as the addition of several new trees and shrubs. The applicant is also proposing seeding and mulching all areas disturbed during the proposed project. C4. A community's existing plans or goals as officially adopted, or a change in use or intensity of use of land or other natural resources? No significant adverse impacts to the community's existing plans or goals as officially adopted, or a change in use or intensity of use of land or other natural resources are anticipated. The proposed project is in keeping with the goals and plans as proposed in the "Draft GEIS for the Development Program for Possible Future Expansion Southeast of Cornell University's Main Campus". C5. Growth, subsequent development, or related activities likely to be induced by the proposed action? None anticipated. Cornell University EAF - August 25, Page 3 Soil Stabilization/Storm Water Management 1995 C6. Long term, short term, cumulative, or other effects not identified in C1-05? None anticipated. C7. Other impacts (including changes in use of either quantity type of energy)? None anticipated. D. Is there, or is there likely to be, controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts? No controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts is anticipated. PART III - Staff Recommendation, Determination of Significance Based on review of the materials submitted for the proposed action, the proposed scale of it, and the information above, a negative determination of environmental significance is recommended for the action as proposed. Lead Agency: Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals Reviewer: JoAnn Cornish, Planner l Review Date: August 25, 1995 U' TOWN OF ITHACA 126 East Seneca Street Ithaca, New York 14850 (607) 273-1783 S P ECIAL APPROVAL A P P E A L to the Building Inspector/Zoning Enforcement Officer and the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca, New York Having been informed that authorization is required to: at S o FEE: $100.00 (j RECEIVED: I CASH CHECK -- ZONING* ZONING: For Office Use Only v Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. G L4 1 �� as shown on the accompanying application and/or plans or other supporting documents. The Special Approval authorization is requested pursuant to: Article (s ) Section(s) . of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, the UNDERSIGNED respectfully submits this request for Special Approval authorization. (Additional sheets may be attached as necessary.) ission for members of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board By filing this application, I grant perm of Appeals or staff to enter my property to inspect in connection with my application. Signature of Owner/Appellant: Date: Signature of Appellant/Agent: Print Name Here: N Home Telephone Number: Date: Go��LL ul--"V,4<;r`i Work Telephone Number: 'oz NOTE: If construction of work in accordance with any approvals given does not commence withir 18 months, the approval will expire. Precinct Seven Storm Water Mitigation and Storm Water Management Project Brief Description 8/10/95 The purpose of this project is the stabilization of various soil areas in Precinct Seven, and the creation of storm water mitigation areas. This will require the movement of perhaps 20,000 cubic yards of soil. The primary goal is to cover the former refuse disposal site (FReDS) with approximately two feet of new fill, stabilizing and re -vegetating the currently eroding slope and adding a soil cover to any currently exposed refuse.. Other spoils areas in this site will also be stabilized to check their erosion. This work also involves new drainage design at the south edge of the site, along the East Hill Recreationway. The secondary intention is to design and construct storm water mitigation measures for the areas within Precinct Seven, as part of earlier agreements with the Town of Ithaca, and associated with the DGEIS. This will be accomplished by the creation of wet basins within the current watershed. r - Zoning Or. 1, wpSl Izon, S11194 ` SECTION 68. More than One Building on a Lot. Other than in a multiple residence district, there shall not be more than one principal building on any lot in any residential district. When there is more than one principal building on a lot in any non-residential district or in a multiple residence district, the space between such buildings must be at least equal to the sum of the side yards required by such buildings or the sum of the rear and the front yards as the case may be. In an agricultural district, where a lot is used or occupied primarily for non-agricultural purposes, there shall not be more than one principal building on such lot. In an agricultural district where a lot is used primarily for agricultural purposes, there shall be no more than one principal building for each 30,000 square feet of lot area and no more than one non-agricultural principal building (e.g. a residence as opposed to a barn) on each 30,000 square feet of lot area. SECTION 69. Parking Facilities. Every building housing or designed to house more than 2 families shall provide in connection with it and on the same lot garage space or off-street parking space for automobiles equivalent to the number of dwelling units provided in such dwellings. No automobile parking area shall be included in any front yard, except for a lot with a single dwelling housing not more than 2 families. The following uses shall be provided with off-street parking facilities: 1. School or other educational institutions - 2 spaces for each class room: 2. Hospital sanitarium or nursing, or convalescent home - 1 space for each 2 beds. 3. Medical clinic - 4 spaces for each doctor, or for each office in which a medically -trained person is regularly in attendance, whichever figure is larger. 4. Rooming house or tourist house - 1 space for each room offered to rent. 5. Fraternity or sorority house or membership club - 1 space for each 4 beds, or one space for each 5 members, whichever figure is larger. SECTION 70. Extraction or Deposit of Fill and Related Products. 1. In any district no more than 50 cubic yards of fill, sod, loam, sand, gravel, stone or similar materials (hereinafter referred to collectively as "fill") shall be deposited or removed or offered for sale in any one year, except in connection with a public work on the property or the removal of silt or other recently accumulated material that blocks a normal flow of a water course, without the special approval of the Board of Appeals. 2. In applying for such approval, the applicant shall submit to the Board a plan of the proposed project, showing property lines, and adjacent public ways, grades and depths of proposed deposit or removal, soil types or fill types to be deposited or removed, erosion control during and after construction, projected duration of project, proposed regrading and replanting of the property upon completion of the operation, and such other items as the Board or Town Engineer may require to adequately review the proposed project. MOA Zoning Or. 1, wpS] Izon, 5/1194 3. The Board shall not act until the Town Engineer has reviewed such plan and advised the Board that in his professional opinion the plan adequately protects the property and surrounding properties from significant adverse consequences of such deposit or removal, including, when completed, adverse drainage, erosion, visual or other adverse impacts. Before issuing a special approval, the Board shall make the same findings as are required for the Engineer's opinion. In considering the proposed use the Board shall take into account the distance of the operation from neighboring property and public ways, the possible detriment of such use to the future development of the land in question, and significant nuisance or detriment of the operation to neighboring landowners and to the community as a whole. 4. The Board may impose such conditions upon the applicant as it deems necessary to protect the general welfare of the community, which may include a time limit upon operations, standards for performance, and the requirement that a performance bond be posted to insure compliance with the requirements of this ordinance and with any further reasonable conditions imposed by the Board. 5. In the event that the proposed movement of material involves the deposit or extraction of more than 2,500 cubic yards, the matter shall first be referred to the Planning Board for its recommendation before the Board of Appeals makes its final decision. 6. In the event that the proposed movement of fill involves the deposit or extraction of less than 250 cubic yards, the Town Engineer may grant written approval provided that the Engineer determines, before issuing the approval that the proposed plan (a) Provides for appropriate erosion control during and after construction; (b) Protects against adverse drainage on the subject property and surrounding properties; (c) Provides for appropriate revegetation when necessary; (d) Provides for appropriate slope controls; and (e) Does not adversely affect properties surrounding the designated site both during and after removal or deposit of the fill. The Town Engineer may impose such conditions upon the applicant as the Engineer deems necessary to protect the general welfare of the community, which may include a reasonable time limit upon operations, reasonable standards for performance, and the requirement that a performance bond or other security in a reasonable amount be posted to insure compliance with the requirements of this Ordinance and with any further reasonable conditions imposed by the Engineer. 65 Zoning Or.l, wpSllzon, S11194 7. The following are excepted from the requirements set forth above: (a) Any normal building operation in connection with a legal building permit, such as excavation, filling, or grading, shall be excepted from the provisions of this Section provided, however, that this exception shall apply only where the total amount of material moved from one place to another place on the construction site is less than 700 cubic yards and where the total amount of material removed from the construction site to an off-site location (or brought to the construction site from an off-site location) is less than 500 cubic yards. For the purpose of this section a "construction site" consists of the larger of the following areas: (i) an area of 30,000 square feet in which the proposed construction is to be located; or (ii) the area contained within the footprint of the proposed structure plus an additional 50 feet adjacent to the perimeter of the proposed structure. (b) Removal or deposit of fill in connection with the construction of a septic field or septic system on an individual lot pursuant to a permit obtained from the Tompkins County Health Department. (c) Removal or deposit of fill in connection with construction in accordance with a site plan approved by the appropriate Town authority (e.g. Town Board, Town Planning Board or Zoning Board of Appeals) provided that such construction occurs within three years of the final approval of such authority or by December 31, 1992, whichever is later. Notwithstanding the foregoing, as to any site plan approvals granted on and after January 1, 1992, if fill is being removed to or from another site in the Town, and if the plans for the removal from, or deposit on, such other site were reviewed by the Town Engineer and the Board granting such approval was advised of the results of such review and specifically included the proposed disposition of such fill in its approval, no further approval under this section 70 shall be required provided the construction occurs within the time limits set forth above. If the disposition of fill was not specifically approved by the applicable Board in connection with any such post December 31, 1991 approvals, this exception shall not apply and the applicant shall be required to obtain special approval for the deposit or removal of fill relative to such other site in accordance with the terms of this Section 70. (d) Removal, movement, or deposit of not more than 500 cubic yards of fill in an Agricultural Zone in any three year period in conjunction with one or more bona fide agricultural uses. Zoning Or.], wpS1Izon, S/1194 (e) Removal or deposit of fill in connection with construction of roads and other facilities in a subdivision approved in accordance with the requirements of the Town of Ithaca Planning Board provided, however, that (i) plans for such construction showing in sufficient detail the proposed removal and/or deposit of fill (including, when removal from or deposit on to an off-site location is contemplated, adequate plans of such off-site location showing the required information relative to the disposition or removal of fill to or from same) were submitted to the Planning Board and approved by the Town Engineer in conjunction with the subdivision approval; or (ii) the Planning Board expressly waived the requirement of submission of such drawings and the total amount of fill to be either deposited or removed is less than 500 cubic yards. (f) Removal or deposit of fill in connection with construction of roads and other facilities in a subdivision approved on or before January 1, 1992, in accordance with the requirements then in effect of the Town of Ithaca Planning Board provided such removal or fill occurs no more than three years after the granting of final subdivision approval by the Town Planning Board or before December 31, 1992, whichever date is later. SECTION 71. Public Garages and Gasoline Sales Stations. 1. No part of any building used as a public garage or gasoline service station and no filling pump, lift or other service appliance shall be erected within 25 feet of any Residence District or in any required side yard. 2. No gasoline or oil pump, no oiling or greasing mechanism and no other service appliance installed in connection with any gasoline sales station or public garage shall be within 15 feet of any street line or highway right of way line, and when so installed shall not be a violation of front yard requirements specified elsewhere in this ordinance. SECTION 72. Approval of County Health Department. No building permit, trailer permit, or certificate of occupancy issued under the terms of this ordinance shall become or remain valid unless the holder thereof complied with rules and regulations of the Tompldns County Health Department under the terms of the County Sanitary Code. Where minimum lot sizes are specified in this Ordinance, the same shall be subject to the approval of the Tompldns County Health Department or any successor agency, and if such Department or successor requires larger lots to comply with the County Sanitary Code, the requirements of such Department or successor shall govern. 67 T"Or �t )�r��s�� OnY �IPi�'tcQila" ion 2001 VO 1100 Rev. 8/92 OF IT�'� Town of Ithaca i F - 126 East Seneca St. "Zl Ithaca, NY 14850 DEVELOPMENT R�"YV AFTLICA7CN Date Received Project No. q G* 1l 171 y ALL Applications: Type of Application: Subdivision Site Plan Rezoning fEe ArP. X Stage of Review: Sketch Preliminary Final Additional Meeting Project Name if an FiccjAcf 7 5o.l 6fab,ImAlto., Sto,, w„f„ Street Address or Location of Project: N y5 IZfc mol or-yede- Rd . Tax Parcel(s) Involved:2— Owner: Co. Ait [I (,Blot/s L]•� [► Pl�,n� 17's,�„ * cOAS /..�.},�, )JY 1`If153 Address: 0Pimn5eemptee5culdioto cam•.all Phone: Zz Applicant or Agent If different from Owner): 56• I•J Address: NH.. hrfys �4r/w.« 8) Cot...(/ Phone: 15J -93 2_ - Engineer: Phone: Architect: Phone: Planner: Phone: Attorney: Phone: SUBDI.VISION Applications: Total number of lots ro osed exi Are new roads or public utilities proposed? Estimated site improvement cost (exclude cost of land acquisition & prof. ees .00 SITE LANApplications: --� Project is: Residential rea: No, of dwelling units: Non -Residential Total Bldg. Floor Area: Estimated project cost (exclude cost of land acquisition & prof. fees): $ .00 REZONING Applications: Existing Zoning: Proposed Zoning: ALL Applications: The information on this application form is submitted in addition to other information, plats, and plans required by the Town of Ithaca. I attest that all information so submitted is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Also, by filing this application, permission is granted to members of the various Town Boards, Committees, and Councils, the Planning Dept. staff, Engineering Dept, staff, and any other persons designated by the Town that may be involved in the. review of this application, to enter the property specified above to inspect in connection with review of this application. Owner's Signature Date Applicant/Agent Signature (If different) Date Rev. 8/92 NOTVALIDAFTER col ELL No. 1171107050-937213 6 MONTHS U N I V E R S I T Y i WW n DATE H AMOUNT - F05/31/95 EXACTLY ************460 DOLLARS AND 00 $CENTS a*********460.00 :;.. , THE CHASE MANHATTAN BANK, N.A. r #' - CORNELLUNNERSTTY SYRACUSE, NEW YORK }: 'A000UNTS PAYABLE AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE rr r^ KNOW YOUR ENDORSER ddd,r I .. v PAY TOWN OF ITHACAodd — "� To 126 E SENECA ST —_ rHEOITHACA NY 14850 = a OFF THE BACK OF THIS CHECK HAS AN ARTIFICIAL WATERMARK lie Lle? LL07011• 18*0213093794 SO Lie' 211,S3S78118 PAYEE REFERENCE AMOUNT PAYEE REFERENCE AMOUNT 5/30/95 260.00 FROS PERMITS 200.00 PAYEE NO. 101469701 P CHECK NO. 11711070 DEPT- R53HECKTOTAL 460.00 f I i 0 0 I — PLEASE DETACH BEFORE CASHING RECEIVED FROM L. ADDRESS FOR 00 ss 1 or 1n .00 7r,►11I 1 PLEASE DETACH BEFORE CASHING RECEIVED FROM L. ADDRESS FOR 00 ss 1 or 1n .00 7r,►11I 1 ADOPTED RESOLUTION Route 366 & Dryden Road Proposed Soil Stabilization/Storm Water Management, Precinct 7, Cornell University A Report to the Zoning Board of Appeals Regarding a Recommendation for Special Approval Planning Board, September 5, 1995 MOTION by Herbert Finch, seconded by James Ainslie: WHEREAS: i� 1. This action is the Consideration of a Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals with respect to a request for Special Approval for the proposed extraction and deposit of not more than 15,000 cubic yards of fill material by Cornell University on portions of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No's. 64-1-1 and 64-1-2, for the Precinct 7 Soils Stabilization and Stormwater Management project. Project area is located off NYS Route 366 and Game Farm Road, Residence District R-30. Cornell University, Owner/Applicant; Scott Whitham, Agent, and 2. This is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals will act as Lead Agency in environmental review, and 3. The Planning Board, at a Public Hearing on September 5, 1995, has reviewed and accepted as adequate a Short Environmental Assessment Form Part I submitted by the applicant and a Part II prepared by the Town Planning Department, a site map entitled "Site Map - Former Refuse Disposal Site Additional Cover" dated 28 May 1995, and revised 29 August 1995, Drawing No. D-3416, prepared by Cornell University Planning, Design and Construction, and other application materials. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: 1. That the Planning Board, in making recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals, determines the following: a. there is a need for the proposed use in the proposed location, as demonstrated by the applicant; b. the existing and probable future character of the neighborhood will not be adversely affected as a result of the proposed project; C. the specific proposed change in land use as a result of the proposed project is in accordance with a comprehensive plan of development for the Town of Ithaca. Route 366 & Dryden Road Proposed Soil Stabilization/Storm Water Management, Precinct 7, Cornell University, A Report to the Zoning Board of Appeals Regarding a Recommendation for Special Approval Planning Board, September 5, 1995 -Page 2- 2. That the Planning Board reports to the Zoning Board of Appeals its recommendation that the aforementioned request for Special Approval be approved, subject to the following conditions: a. That the maintenance of Pond No. 8 be addressed and monitored on a regular basis to maintain its adequacy as a sediment trap and to avoid spillage of sediment into Cascadilla Creek, all to the reasonable satisfaction of the Town Engineer. b. That sediment and erosion control methods, approved by the Town Engineer, be practiced throughout the construction phase of the proposed project and that permanent vegetation be established in accordance with the proposed plans. C. Submission of an original or mylar copy of the final site map to be retained by the Town of Ithaca, with the addition of the latest date of revision on the site map. d. Applicant shall provide construction/phasing schedule, showing quantities and types of materials for each phase, to the Town Engineer for review and approval prior to granting of Special Approval by the Zoning Board of Appeals. Aye - Smith, Hoffmann, Ainslie, Finch, Kenerson, Wilcox, Bell. Nay - None. The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously. Starr Hays, Recording Secretary, Town of Ithaca Planning Board. 9/6/95. (FI LENAME Aoldrevws\freds.res) M BrygOt. Administrative Secretary. MW DEPARTM: 121 James W. Hanson, Jr. Commissioner of Planning G f,. East`Xourt: Street a. a ::New _York 14850 August 24, 1995 Telephone (607) 2745560 FAX (607) 2745578 AUG 25::�: Mr. George Frantz Town of Ithaca 126 E. Seneca Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Re: Zoning Review Pursuant to §239 -1 and -m of the New York State General Municipal Law Action: Special Approval, Precinct 7 Stabilization and Stormwater Management Dear Mr. Frantz: This letter acknowledges your referral of the proposal identified above for review and comment by the Tompkins County Planning Department pursuant to §239 -1 and -m of the New York State General Municipal Law. The proposal, as submitted, will have no significant deleterious impact on intercommunity, County, or State interests. Therefore, no recommendation is indicated by the Tompkins County Planning Department, and you are free to act without prejudice. Please inform us of your decision so that we can make it a part of the record. Sincerely, Q'Wx 41alxl� IT5 ames Hanson, Jr. Commissioner of Planning Z� a Recycled paper '� r���3:•„Pc tie.• MW DEPARTM: 121 James W. Hanson, Jr. Commissioner of Planning G f,. East`Xourt: Street a. a ::New _York 14850 August 24, 1995 Telephone (607) 2745560 FAX (607) 2745578 AUG 25::�: Mr. George Frantz Town of Ithaca 126 E. Seneca Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Re: Zoning Review Pursuant to §239 -1 and -m of the New York State General Municipal Law Action: Special Approval, Precinct 7 Stabilization and Stormwater Management Dear Mr. Frantz: This letter acknowledges your referral of the proposal identified above for review and comment by the Tompkins County Planning Department pursuant to §239 -1 and -m of the New York State General Municipal Law. The proposal, as submitted, will have no significant deleterious impact on intercommunity, County, or State interests. Therefore, no recommendation is indicated by the Tompkins County Planning Department, and you are free to act without prejudice. Please inform us of your decision so that we can make it a part of the record. Sincerely, Q'Wx 41alxl� IT5 ames Hanson, Jr. Commissioner of Planning Z� a Recycled paper TOWN OF ITHACA ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW MEMO TO: Zoning Board of Appeals FROM: Dan Walker, Town Enginee SUBJECT: CU Precinct Seven Earth DATE: September 26, 1995 Fi t I have reviewed the Earth Fill Permit application for Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.-1-1 & 64.-1-2. The project will include the deposit of approximately 15,250 cubic yards of earth fill, primarily resulting from excavation on the project site. In my professional opinion I have determined that the plan adequately protects the property and surrounding properties from significant adverse consequences of the proposed deposit of material. The planning board has reviewed this application as the quantity of fill exceeds 2,500 cubic yards and has made a positive recommendation with several conditions. One of the conditions was that the owner prepare a phasing plan including a construction schedule including estimated quantities for each component. I have reviewed the applicants plan and have determined that it is adequate and meets the Planning Boards condition. cc Jonathan Kanter, Director of Planning Andrew Frost, Director of Building and Zoning C:\DEVREV\EF6411&2.MEM TOWN OF ITHACA 126 EAST SENECA STREET, ITHACA, N.Y. 14850 TOWN CLERK 273-1721 HIGHWAY 273-1656 PARKS 273-8035 ENGINEERING 273-1747 FAX (607) 273-1704 MEMORANDUM TO: James W. Hanson, Jr., Planning Commissioner Tompkins County Department of Planning FROM: George R. Frantz, Assistant Town Planner (2 DATE: August 9, 1995 PLANNING 273-1747 ZONING 273-1783 RE: Development proposal submitted for review per Sections 239-I, 239-m, and 239-n of General Municipal Law. Pursuant to the requirements of Sections 239-1, 239-m, and 239-n of General Municipal Law, the Town of Ithaca Planning Board formally requests your review of the following proposed development: Project No.: 9508170. NYS Route 366/Dryden Road. Precinct 7 Soils Stabilization & Stormwater Management, Description: Consideration of a request for Special Approval per Article XIII, Section 70 of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance to allow the proposed extraction and deposit of +/ 15,250 cubic yards of fill material by Cornell University on portions of Town of Ithaca Tax Parcels No. 64-1-1 and 64-1-2, located off NYS Rte. 366 and Game Farm Road, Residence District R-30. Cornell University, Owner, Scott Whitham, Agent. The action referenced above is tentatively scheduled for Planning Board consideration at a public hearing on September 5, 1995. It is then expected to be reviewed by the Zoning Board of Appeals on September 13, 1995. Given the small scale of the proposed action, The Town of Ithaca would like to request an accelerated review of it. The required Tracking Forms and project information packet are enclosed. Please feel free to call me at 273-1747 should you require additional information. 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Excavate soil from area southeast of Library Annex Building and place on FRDS slope to approximate lines and grades shown on plans. All trees to remain shall be protected and fill shall not exceed 6" within drip line. Construction shall not expose materials buried in the FRDS bank. Install two manholes: offset for clearance. Install two 36" pipes and pre -wrapped 6" perforated underdrain at the base of the FRDS slope and connected to new manholes. Underdrains.sholl be connected to manhole per detail. Inverts shall be placed to grades shown to serve as outlet control for storm water retention. Piping shall be High Density Polyethylene Corrugated Plastic Pipe (HOPE CPP) with a smooth interior surface. Excavate and construct ponds. Construct pond berms with compacted clay core per typical sections. All berm fill shall be compacted to 95% Modified Proctor Density. Remove existing headwall and install precast outlet structure in pond 12. Construct cut-off slide gate in outlet structure. Connect outlet to existing Corrugated Metal Pipe. Pond outlet pipes shall be installed with an inpermeoble ccIIor located in the clay core of the berm. Collar shall extend a minimum of three feet out from the pipes. Protect all disturbed ground from erosion with seed. mulchs and jute mesh located per plans. Install plants per landscape plan and details per direction of Architect. All 36" pipe ends to have trash rack/personal protection screen. Top soil and seeding.by others. 1111 \ Itit _ _ _ - C 'POULTRY LAGOON ' ' n ', - DETENTION AREA 13 1 t 1r--- / / I�—� �--- -f— �-- —+ ----I—I-1--- i--- —i-- —+I —401 / M^ O 100 LW WV 4ra ' . 00PI M20000=00" Scale SCALE RFeet EFERENCE M:ANnao. DESIGN AND . CONSTRUcTnol III NIlt PMn SUMIX WAAMa 0011ML uW4ERWY I HI N.Y. 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( .9S 111111 `\' \ \1 \ ` '1111 � –\ � � PES, DETENTION AREA 12 - 1 I\ 90 ; I /Kill STRIICT I II s I I 11 1\ C\ _ 7C / 1 1 1 L / /' 1111�\� REV DATE BY DESCRFTION -_QtlN ► / I'' \ — �'� 1'� \ \ \ \ \ \\ \ \\ 1 /85FPcordejam 9S BC Plariiq Board DRAWING TITLE ORAMING AND L TING PLAN PRO,ECT FORMER REFUSE DISPOSAL SITE ADDITIONAL COVER LerAT,oN Na _ 0 50 Too 1a `0 re 50' 9cKe stet w. scale Feet r - So FILE NO.3 ORAWW W 950 940 930 920 910 900 TYPICAL FRDS SLOPE CROSS SECTION A -A' IKOQwL sari re ill' WRI 1 SONE f • v Llil WWALL WM DETAIL a NO SME WHMOCKSMED CSTMO"UE mm WLVE HET Man • 9M0 POPE TD DAYL'ONT tANcwBw11. SECTION " 61OADMTM WW CLAY HIED 8M R" OVER FLTFR FAEER6 FROTEM" ✓,Aa 1611 A 1 T'I I SUDE GATE OVER 24" OUTLET — .. 6" UDERDRAN 1 8' 0 MANDLE PLAN WV 3.OW.ETER lMANHOLE 6` tRDERDRNN . HOPE RPE j — l 6* awERDPM _ — 18" SECTION VEw . z MANHOLE PIPE CONNECTION DETAIL 4 wn SU p •ov I 0 24" PIPE OUTLET 0 2.001 TOP ELEVATION * 942.0 BOLTED 2'X Y GRATE INVERT ELEVATIONS 939.0 0 v M 1811 DIAMETER 111LET ORFICE PLAN VIEW 12" DIAMETER INLET ORFICE 6. ONTEI FK HET Irma • "DID &W TO DAYIDR 32" X 36" SQUARE OPENING �g 0 Orfrce a; oT'rcE Precast Concrete Structure Min 8" thick walls Min 4,000 PSIConcrete Reinforcing per supplier 81011 ELEVATION MI S1119M SWIM WA 2 To wnE 1 ...__:' - PLANNING. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION i w. m wFIwn SERgOE OAAW COBBLE twmvetm RNRCI► N.Y. "m 7 fr � >,• . AIA � - A - CHECKED BY /rlCll _ CTVL F1EC wECN STRUCT ^tea•' - .,Zi DRAriNO TITLE TYPICAL SECTION AND DETAILS PROJECT . FORMER REFUSE DISPOS ADDITIONAL DDIT IONA SITE COVER LOUTM N0. CORNELL U N I V E R S I T Y Facilities, & Campus Services September 19, 1995 Dan Walker, P.E. Town of Ithaca Engineer 126 Easty Seneca Street, Ithaca, New York 14850 Dear Dan: Planning, Design and Construction Humphreys Service Building Ithaca, New York 14853-3701 Telephone: (607) 2554824 Fax: (607) 255-8071 Regarding the proposed Soil Stabilization/Storm Water Management for the Precinct Seven Project, which is to be presented to the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals on the 27th of September, our construction/phasing schedule is as follows: 1 st week May, 1996: Construct western sedimentation basin and install temporary sedimentation protection facilities prior to stripping topsoil or excavation. Protect all trees identified to remain as per specification. 2nd week May, 1996: Install two 600 L.F. of36" pipe and pre -wrapped 6" perforated underdrain at the base of the FRDS slope and connected to new manholes. Underdrains shall be connected to manhole per detail. Inverts shall be placed to grades shown to serve as outlet control for storm water retention. Piping shall be High Density Polyethylene Corrugated Plastic Pipe (HDPE CPP) with a smooth interior surface. Install two manholes: offset for clearance. 3rd week May, 1996: Excavate soil from indicated area southeast of Library Annex Building and place on FRDS slope to approximate lines and grades shown on plans (approximately 3,400 CYs). Construction shall not expose materials buried in the FRDS bank. Dan Walker September 19, 1995 Page 2 4th week May, 1996: 1st week June, 1996: Excavate and construct pond 8 (approximately 2,200 CYs) and detention area 12 (approximately 1,700 CDYs). Construct pond berms with compacted clay core per typical sections. All berm fill shall be compacted to 95% Modified Proctor Density. Remove existing headwall and structure in detention area 12. slide gate in oulet structure. existing Corrugated Metal Pipe. Pond outlet pipes shall impermeable collar located berm. Collar shall extend out from the pipes, install precast outlet Construct cut-off Connect outlet to be installed with an in the clay core of the a minimum of three feet Pipe ends to have trash rack/personal protection screen. 2nd week June, 1996: Protect all disurbed ground from erosion with seed, mulch, and jute mesh located per plans. Install plants per landscape plan and details per direction of Architect. Sincerely, 4udww Scott Whitham Project Manager xc: Bob Bland, Bob Chiang, Jim Finnigan, Pat McNally u/ 1 T a4 -- NCID a z a TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS MONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2004 7:00 P.M. By direction of the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Public Hearings will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca on Monday, December 20, 2004, in Town Hall, 215 North Tioga Street, Tioga Street Entrance, Ithaca, NY, COMMENCING AT 7:00 P.M., on the following matters: APPEAL of Joseph and Jeanne Salino, Owner; Robert Lama, Agent, requesting a variance from the Code of the Town of Ithaca Article XIX, Section 270-144 to be permitted to open a retail truck accessory store, at 630 Elmira Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 33.-3-3, Light Industrial Zone. Variances from Sections 270-146 and 270-154 are also requested to allow outdoor storage and display. Said property and existing building are nonconforming. APPEAL of Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, Agent, requesting variances from the Code of the Town of Ithaca Chapter 225, Sprinkler Systems to be permitted to construct a raptor barn without said system on Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.-1-2, Planned Development Zone #9. APPEAL of David Auble, Owner; Jay Bramhandkar, Appellant; Peter Trowbridge, Agent, requesting a Special Approval under the requirements of Article VII, Section 34 of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance (Pre April 1, 2004 Ordinance applies.), to be permitted to construct a 58 - room hotel and associated parking on the Danby Road south of King Road West, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcels No. 37.-1-17.1, Business District C. Said Zoning Board of Appeals will at said time, 7:00 p.m., and said place, hear all persons in support of such matters or objections thereto. Persons may appear by agent or in person. Individuals with visual or hearing impairments or other special needs, as appropriate, will be provided with assistance, as necessary, upon request. Persons desiring assistance must make such a request not less than 48 hours prior to the time of the public hearing. Andrew S. Frost Director of Building and Zoning 607-273-1783 Dated: December 10, 2004 Published: December 13, 2004 TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Ellsworth — I'll second. Chairperson Sigel — Favor? ZB RESOLUTION NO. 2004- 066: Joseph and Jeanne Salino, Owner; Robert Lama, Agent, 630 Elmira Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 33.-3-3, Light Industrial Zone. MOTION made by Kirk Sigel, seconded by Harry Ellsworth. RESOLVED that this Board adjourns the appeal of Joseph and Jeanne Salino, Owner; Robert Lama, Agent, until the appeal of Cornell University is finished. The vote on the MOTION resulted as follows: AYES: Sigel, Ellsworth, Niefer, Matthews NAYS: NONE The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously. Mr. Matthews — I appreciate it. APPEAL of Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, Agent, requesting variances from the -Code of the Town of Ithaca Chapter 225, Sprinkler Systems to be permitted to construct a raptor barn without said system on Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.=1-2, Planned Development Zone #9. Chairperson Sigel — Hi. Please start with your name and address. Margaret Marks - Hi. My name is Margaret Marks from Cornell University, the Cornell Center for Animal Resources and Education. Chairperson Sigel — And you are asking for either an interpretation or a variance, if that doesn't go your way. You may begin by explaining that aspect of the application and explaining why you believe why you shouldn't be subject to the sprinkler law. Ms. Marks — Okay. This is a pole barn that's being setup to house raptors, birds of prey that are injured as part of the raptor program at Cornell. It's a 38x110 foot pole barn with open aviaries. The aviaries are open to ambient conditions and there is just a small office and restroom area in the center, just for an ancillary use for the building. We did not think originally that this fell under the law because it is a barn and basically housing animals so we didn't proceed that way. So that is basically why we are asking that we not be required to put the sprinklers in as far as the law goes. Chairperson Sigel — Okay. Andy, can you...? 20 TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Frost — Before we made the final decision we did have some discussion with our Town Attorney and it was kind of felt that this was a school use and because it was a school use it fell under the sprinkler ordinance. Chairperson Sigel - Okay. Mr. Matthews — It was a true use, you said? Mr. Frost —School. Educational, Chairperson Sigel — I have to say that I am not familiar with the sprinkler law. Mr. Frost — The sprinkler. law basically requires sprinklers in all new buildings in the Town of Ithaca except for one and two family residences. The State Building Code actually does not apply to a legitimate farm use, a barn as an example. You will need a building permit to comply with building code or put sprinklers in under our town law if this was barn with say just with livestock in it. Mr. Matthews — So this is a barn? Mr. Frost — The distinction that Mr. Barney made and there was some dialog between counsel for Cornell and our Town Attorney at least with me in between. I don't know,. Shirley, did you actually talk to John on this one or not, but the feeling was that it was a school use. Mr. Matthews — If somebody has a chicken farm, do they have to have sprinklers in it? Mr. Frost — If it is a run by a university, I might suggest that it is a school use. Mr. Matthews — If I put up a chicken barn, do I have to put a sprinkler system in it? Mr. Frost — If you were a farmer farming raising chickens, no. Mr. Matthews — So I'm going to ask the question. If I don't have to have sprinklers in my chicken barn, why does Cornell have to have sprinklers in a raptor barn? Mr. Marcus — If a use is an educational use it falls under the category that would require sprinklers. Mr. Matthews — Because it has students in it and such? Mr. Marcus — That is the understanding that we have, although there is not supposed to be anybody there on a fulltime basis. There is a component of the use that ties into the university's ownership and operation of the property, just as is the case for more or less anything else that they would own build or operate. There have been a number of improvements made by Cornell on Cornell property that the question has come up 21 TOWN OF IT1 ACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES previously as to whether it was an educational use and the university has argued in favor of those improvements being categorized as educational uses because it has worked to their advantage in other circumstances and the Town has wanted to go along with that. so there are a number of issues and I can't speak to them specifically, because you know I don't sit here every night, but it is my understanding that to call this something other than an educational use would run contrary to other decisions the Town has previously made about other improvements that Cornell has done over the years. Chairperson Sigel — And the way the law is written, just being an educational use by definition means that it has to be sprinklered even if this barn didn't have any office space in it at all. Mr. Frost — If the position was that it was a farm type use, then I wouldn't want to have my office entertain a building permit. We do have an application. So if you concluded that this didn't need a sprinkler system, then we are not going to issue a building permit for the property either if it's going to be considered a barn. It would be a liability, so to speak, for the Town. to give a building permit exemption from a sprinkler system. Mr. Matthews — We are kind of in a hair splitting operation here. Mr. Frost — Personally, I don't have any strong feelings either way, but if you are going to waive the sprinkler requirement, then I am going to request that you also make it clear that we are not going to issue any building permits for the property. This is a local law only sprinkler requirement. I want to make that clear. Mr. Matthews — Repeat that for me. I'm kind of slow on the pick ups sometimes. Mr. Frost — If the board were to conclude that a sprinkler system is not required because this was an agricultural use, i.e., barn, that does not fall under the Town sprinkler law, then my office should not be issuing a building permit for any kind of building code reviews for the construction of the barn either. Mr. Matthews — So they won't get to building then if... Mr. Frost — They may build it, but they're not going to have it with a permit from the Town of Ithaca. Mr. Ellsworth — He's not going to be inspecting it. Mr. Frost — We are not going to issue them a building permit or a certificate of occupancy, which we wouldn't necessarily do for a barn that you put your chickens in. Mr. Matthews — So if that is not issued, then where do the birds roost? They don't have a building? 22 TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Ellsworth — He's not saying they can't build it, he's saying he's just not going to be involved. Mr. Frost — I represent the Town in a liability the Town would take on by issuing -the permit. Chairperson Sigel — I think the point that Andy is making is that you can ... I mean if you are just a private farm operator, you can build a barn without a building permit. Is that right? Mr. Frost — Actually we take a permit for zoning purposes only and when we issue a permit we make it very clear we are not authorizing or reviewing or inspecting or certifying the building according to State building codes. Chairperson Sigel — So they could build it, but they would be on their own. Mr. Frost — That's only, again, if you chose to exempt this... Mr. Matthews — They would be on their own? Is that what you are saying? Chairperson Sigel — Yeah. They wouldn't get a certificate of occupancy. Mr. Matthews — How would that hurt the birds? Ms. Marks — I'm not sure. Chairperson Sigel — I don't know. That could have consequences for them. Mr. Matthews — Pardon? Chairperson Sigel — I don't know if that would have any consequences for them to... Mr. Matthews — I'm being a little facetious. Mr. Marcus — Dick, just to clarify, by categorizing the improvement as an educational use it doesn't eliminate their opportunity to proceed. It just places the board's decision into a different section of the law. In other words, if the board at the first instance decides that this is an educational use, the next step would be to determine, as Cornell has requested, whether the board is willing to grant a variance in this particular case for this particular building from the sprinkler requirement. Mr. Frost — That's an important point. It seems like you are asking for the interpretation, Shirley, I don't know if you want to pop in here, but there is maybe three ways the board could go. One, to say that this is not an educational use and therefore a sprinkler system is not required. The board can determine that this is an educational use, but they don't 23 TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES need to put the sprinkler system in or they can say its an educational use and they need to put a sprinkler system in. do you understand that? Mr. Matthews — So Cornell is ready to say that this is for educational use, right? Cornell is not one that skirts the law. I know that. Ms. Marks — This isn't a classroom. That's what we are trying... Mr. Matthews — I understand that, but you are not taking care of birds of prey just because they are not fed. You are taking them there for use for maybe educating our future scientist. John Parks, Cornell University — Students are involved with the project. Mr. Matthews — So its an educational use. We're not beating around the bush, right? Mr. Frost — If that's the boards feeling. I don't know if you want to move now from what it would appear to be --a variance now from the law for an educational use such as the raptor barn. Chairperson Sigel --Yeah. I agree with Dick. Mr. Matthews — Thank you. Chairperson Sigel — I don't... from ... I don't see a compelling reason to deviate from our Town opinion from Andy's and John's opinion on educational use. So please go ahead and give your reasons why you think it should be exempted. Ms. Marks — Because it is open to ambient conditions where the animals will be housed, if the sprinkler system goes off accidentally, which happens especially in the freezing weather, the birds would get drenched in cold water and they couldn't get away from it, also, in order to put in a sprinkler system it would have to be a dry system, which we could do if we had the water pressure, but we don't at that site. there is also another way of doing it with glycol, but we couldn't do that with the birds there any way. The water service to the site is not substantial enough to support a sprinkler system and getting it there would have to come from either Ellis Hollow Road, I believe, or over by the farm services on 366 and the cost of doing that would be more than our project is. Mr. Matthews — There is no water in the buildings next to it? Ms. Marks — There is water there, but the pressure of it isn't substantial enough to support a sprinkler system. Chairperson Sigel — Is the office space going to be heated? Ms. Marks — Yes. 24 TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES Chairperson Sigel — And you are going to have a bathroom there so there is going to be some water service. Ms. Marks — Yes. There is water service to the building. Mr. Frost — Can you guess the maximum number of occupants you may have at any given time? Mr. Parks — There could be 20 to 25 students there for demonstration periodically. Typically I would say 10 to 15. Mr. Frost — In the outdoor area or would that take place in the enclosed area? Male voice — That would be outside of the building. The office space is just a small place for food preparation and storing records and things like that. there is no demonstration or... Mr. Frost — Maybe Maggie could just show them... Ms. Marks — (not audible) Mr. Frost — So the roof construction, is that going to be metal or wood? Ms. Marks — The roof is metal. Chairperson Sigel — So how many people would be in the office area? I guess you have an office, a procedures room, a bathroom. Mr. Parks — On a daily basis, usually 2 or 3 for a period of maybe an hour and a half. Mr. Matthews — Is the technology available just to have the sprinkler system in the office area? Chairperson Sigel — That's what I was going to ask, actually. Mr. Frost — Are there any walls in that area or is it just one large open space? Ms. Marks — It is broken up into an entry hallway, a procedure room and a ... (not audible). Mr. Frost — And the entry hallway has a door on one side and the other? Ms. Marks — Yes. Mr. Frost — So there are two exits out. 25 TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES Ms. Marks — Yes, to the exterior... Chairperson Sigel — So there is nothing in front of that. that exits right into the outside. Would it be feasible to install a system just into the office area? Ms. Marks — I don't think we have the pressure to activate a sprinkler system. I was told there wasn't enough to do a sprinkler system. Mr. Frost - I hate to go out on a limb here, I mean there is one room with two exits on the ground floor with the doors directly to the outside is probably minimal. I'd be more than curious as to what kind of smoke detection or early warning device you might have. I know we have discussed this, but... Ms. Marks — We don't have any now, but... Mr. Frost — Nothing proposed. Ms. Marks — Right. I.can look in to see what we can and would that be just the office area then? Mr. Frost — I'm personally thinking that the greatest risk to life safety would be in the office area. Albeit it would be perhaps a minimal risk given the size of the space, but it would provide some -early warning say if someone was taking a nap in there or something. Chairperson Sigel - Just so if the fire started in another part of the office. Mr. Matthews — There is no possibility of having a sprinkler system because. you say the water pressure is not high enough? Ms. Marks — Right. Mr. Matthews — Okay. With all due respect, I want them to get out. It would be nice if there was a warning to get out of here the place is on fire. But I think also, maybe it is not my business to be concerned about, but it is my business to be concerned about if a fireman has to go up there I would like to have it out before they get there. Chairperson Sigel — I tend to agree with Andy that maybe just some kind of a simple fire detector there. If someone was in the office and a fire was started in the procedures room or something, you would know a little bit quicker. As Andy pointed out, it is not a difficult egress. I assume that a simple integrated smoke and fire detector system would not be too expensive. Mr. Frost — What kind of value do the birds have? 26 TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Parks — Well the birds themselves have no real monetary value. They are basically birds that have been injured and are no longer releasable so they are sort of a salvage operation for this project. So replacing them really is not a matter of finances as just opportunity of identifying rehabilitators and veterinarians and things like that. So they are not purchased. Mr. Frost - ...(not audible). I Ahe better way to go is something supervised or connected to Barton Hall. I mean that is costly, too, but the earliest to respond, I mean it is also providing a benefit to the responders to get to the building sooner than later. Mr. Matthews — Are fire extinguishers required in the Town of Ithaca? Mr. Frost — That actually.would be triggered by the building code. I will point out, I think it was in 1995, about 500 people died in fires holding a fire extinguisher. Within the business there is a lot of debate as to whether we really want to have people attempting to fight a fire or just to get the heck out of the building. I'm not a strong believer in fire extinguishers. It would be helpful, but there is always a risk there. Chairperson Sigel — I'm personally inclined to give an exemption if there is some kind of an alarm system installed. Mr. Ellsworth — I agree. Mr. Frost — Is there a way to run an alarm to some other closer building that is already connected? Ms. Marks — It's not on the Cornell phone system out there, I don't believe. I can check in to see what it is going to take. I'm guessing that it would have to go by a phone line. Mr. Frost — Yeah. I suppose. You could always come back to the board and say hey we can't do this. Mr. Parks — The other buildings in the complex, which house birds have the infrastructure for such an alarm system, but for whatever reason,, I'm not privy to, was never activated and has never been used for any of those buildings. I don't know what the complication was frankly. I know we are occupying a building that will be adjacent to this building. It has that system in it, but... Ms. Marks — There is a system that was put in quite awhile ago, but its never been connected. Chairperson Sigel — Is it working at a local level or is it not working at all? Ms. Marks — Not to my knowledge. Mr. Parks — I don't think it works to do anything related to fire alarm. 27 TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES Ms. Marks — Or there is a reason why it didn't get connected and I don't know what that reason is. Mr. Matthews - I'm not very good at authoring motions so I will pass that. Chairperson Sigel - I will ... do we need to do a SEQR with this? At this point we will open the public hearing for this application. Anyone wish to speak? If not we will close the public hearing. Mike, do we need to make a SEQR motion? Mr. Smith — I think we have in the past. Mr. Frost — I might note though, that they will probably end up putting in fire extinguishers. That's typical for any Cornell building. Chairperson Sigel — I will move to make a negative determination of environmental significance in the appeal of Cornell University for the reasons stated in the environmental assessment form prepared by Town staff dated December 9t', 2004. Mr. Niefer — Second. Chairperson Sigel --=All in favor? Board — Aye. N NO. Maraaret AL ASSESSMENT : Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.-1-2, Planned Development Zone #9 MOTION made by Kirk Sigel, seconded by Jim Niefer. RESOLVED that.this Board makes a negative determination of environmental significance in the appeal of Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, Agent, requesting variances from the Code of the Town of Ithaca Chapter 225, Sprinkler Systems to be permitted to construct a raptor barn without said system, based upon the Environmental Assessment Form prepared by Town staff dated December 9, 2004. The vote on the MOTION resulted as follows: AYES: Sigel, Ellsworth, Niefer, Matthews NAYS: None The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously. we] TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES Mr. Marcus — I think it will be appropriate to make two different motions. One, in response to Cornell's initial request regarding the interpretation and then the second with regard to the variance from the requirement. Chairperson Sigel — In the appeal of Cornell University, I will move to make the determination that the applicant's building is subject to the sprinkler law as an educational use. Second? Mr. Niefer — Second. Chairperson Sigel — All in favor? Board — Aye. ZB RESOLUTION NO. 2004- 068: Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, Agent, Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.=1-2, Planned Development Zone #9 MOTION made by Kirk Sigel, seconded by Jim Niefer. RESOLVED that this Board determines that the applicant's building is subject to the Town of Ithaca Sprinkler Laws as it is an educational use. The vote on the MOTION resulted as follows: AYES: Sigel, Ellsworth, Niefer, Matthews NAYS: NONE The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously. Chairperson Sigel — Okay and I will move to grant the appeal of Cornell University, requesting a variance from Town Code Chapter 225 Sprinkler Systems, to be permitted to construct a raptor barn without a sprinkler system, Town Tax Parcel 64.4-2, planned development zone #9 with the finding... first a condition that an integrated fire and smoke detection system be installed that is connected to fire and safety at Cornell. Mr. Frost — Supervised or otherwise connected. Chairperson Sigel — Supervised or otherwise connected to Barton Hall. Mr. Niefer — That's kind of vague. Do you want the whole building covered with a fire smoke detection or just the area that is the office? 29 TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECEMBER 20, 2004 APPROVED MINUTES Chairperson Sigel — Just the office and heated area. Thank you. And with the finding that the requirements for a sprinkler law variance have been satisfied. Second? Mr. Ellsworth — I'll second it. Chairperson Sigel — All in favor? Board — Aye. ZB RESOLUTION NO. 2004- 069: Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, Agent, Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.=1-2, Planned Development Zone #9 MOTION made by Kirk Sigel, seconded by Harry Ellsworth. RESOLVED that this Board grants the appeal of Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, .Agent, requesting variances from the Code of the Town of Ithaca Chapter 225, -Sprinkler Systems to be permitted to construct a raptor barn without said system on Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.-1- 2, Planned Development Zone #9. CONDITIONS: An integrated fire and smoke detection system be installed in the heated areatof the barn that is supervised or otherwise connected to Barton Hall. FINDINGS: The requirements for a sprinkler law variance have been satisfied. The vote on the MOTION resulted as follows: AYES: Sigel, Ellsworth, Niefer NAYS: NONE ABSENT: Matthews The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously. APPEAL of Joseph and Jeanne Salino, Owner; Robert Lama, Agent, requesting a variance from the Code of the Town of Ithaca Article XIX, Section 270-144 to be permitted to open a retail truck accessory store, at 630 Elmira Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 33.-3-3, Light Industrial Zone. Variances from Sections 270-146 and 270-154 are also requested to allow outdoor storage and display. Said property and existing building are nonconforming. Chairperson Sigel — Okay. We will reopen the appeal of Joseph and Jeanne Salino. 9 ALE DATE ZB RESOLUTION NO, 2004-069: Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, Agent, Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.-1-2, Planned Development Zone #9 MOTION made by Kirk Sigel, seconded by Harry Ellsworth. RESOLVED that this Board grants the appeal of Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, Agent, requesting variances from the Code of the Town of Ithaca Chapter 225, Sprinkler Systems to be permitted to construct a raptor barn without said system on Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.-1- 2, Planned Development Zone #9. CONDITIONS: An integrated fire and smoke detection system be installed in the heated area of the barn that is supervised or otherwise connected to Barton Hall. FINDINGS: The requirements for a sprinkler law variance have been satisfied. The vote on the MOTION resulted as follows: AYES: Sigel, Ellsworth, Niefer NAYS: NONE ABSENT: Matthews The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously. STATE OF NEW YORK) COUNTY OF TOMPKINS) SS: TOWN OF ITHACA: I John Coakley, Deputy Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca, New York, do hereby certify that the attached resolution is an exact copy of the same adopted by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca at a regular meeting on the 20th day of December 2004. Town of Ithaca FILE 00 DATE ZB RESOLUTION NO. 2004- 067: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, Accent, Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.-1-2, Planned Development Zone #9 MOTION made by Kirk Sigel, seconded by Jim Niefer. RESOLVED that this Board makes a negative determination of environmental significance in the appeal of Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, Agent, requesting variances from the Code of the Town of Ithaca Chapter 225, Sprinkler Systems to be permitted to construct a raptor barn without said system, based upon the Environmental Assessment Form prepared by Town staff dated December 9, 2004. The vote on the MOTION resulted as follows: AYES: Sigel, Ellsworth, Niefer, Matthews NAYS: None The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously. STATE OF NEW YORK) COUNTY OF TOMPKINS) SS: TOWN OF ITHACA: I, John Coakley, Deputy Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca, New York, do hereby certify that the attached resolution is an exact copy of the same adopted by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca at a regular meeting on the 20th day of December 2004. Deputy Town Clerk Town of Ithaca FILE DATE ZB RESOLUTION NO. 2004- 068: Cornell University, Owner; Margaret Markes, Agent, Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64.=1-2, Planned Development Zone #9 MOTION made by Kirk Sigel, seconded by Jim Niefer. RESOLVED that this Board determines that the applicant's building is subject to the Town of Ithaca Sprinkler Laws as it is an educational use. The vote on the MOTION resulted as follows: AYES: Sigel, Ellsworth, Niefer, Matthews NAYS: NONE The MOTION was declared to be carried unanimously. STATE OF NEW YORK) COUNTY OF TOMPKINS) SS. TOWN OF ITHACA: I John Coakley, Deputy Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca, New York, do hereby certify that the attached resolution is an exact copy of the same adopted by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Ithaca at a regular meeting on the 20th day of December 2004. Q uty Town Clerk Town of Ithaca TOWN OF ITHACA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS SIGWIN SHEET DATEOG December 20, 2004 (PLEASE PRINT TO ENSURE ACCURACY IN OFFICIAL MINUTES) PLEASE PRINT NAME PLEASE PRINT ADDRESSIA FFILIATION o (4 iZ4 I �f��'` S46Lt, co/4?- 0- L) n n L SLo r (cess 63C. -s ilrc, .. 2�4 tom- v� T Tjeo W �R-�bqE /34 Brwo*4E'V �r 2 - ec LGuL L /V U �L z2 7 :s ' p "..5'ez Izr,1< LCL �� > i -)�• ���t 61� � ��C MAZY��� C�-UCC 1 1 a3 e f >>�c IZ� -��� a cct `. jI t Cornell Raptor Barn PART II - ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (To be completed by the Town: Use attachments. as necessarv) A. Does proposed action exceed any Type I threshold in 6 NYCRR, Part 617.12 or Town Environmental Local Law? YES NO X If yes, coordinate the review process and use the full EAF. Be Will proposed action receive coordinated review as provided for unlisted actions in 6 NYCRR, Part 617.6 YES NO X If no, a negative declaration may be superseded by another involved agency, if any. C. Could proposed action result in any adverse effects associated with the following: (Answers may be handwritten, if legible) C1. Existing air quality, surface or groundwater quality, noise levels, existing traffic patterns, solid waste production and disposal, potential for erosion, drainage or flooding problems? Explain briefly: None Anticipated, C2. Aesthetic, agricultural, archaeological, historic, or other natural or cultural resources? Community or neighborhood character? Explain briefly: None Anticipated. C3. Vegetation or fauna, fish, shellfish, or wildlife species, significant habitats, unique natural area, wetlands, or threatened or endangered species? Explain briefly: None Anticipated, C4. The Town's existing plans or goals as officially adopted, or a change in use or intensity of use of land or other natural resources? Explain briefly: None Anticipated. The proposal is to construct a +/- 4,180 square foot Raptor Barn at the Cornell University Game Farm Road Poultry Complex and will include aviary space, office space, a procedural room, and a restroom. The applicants do not wish to install a sprinkler system in this barn, and are requesting a variance from Chapter 225 of the Town of Ithaca Code. C5. Growth; subsequent development, or related activities likely to be induced by the proposed action? Explain briefly: None Anticipated. C6. Long term, short term, cumulative, or other effects not identified in C1-059 Explain briefly: None Anticipated. C7. Other impacts (including changes in use of either quantity or type of energy) Explain briefly: None Anticipated. D. Is there, or is there likely to be controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts? YES NO X If yes, explain briefly: E. Comments of staff CB., other attached. (Check as applicable.) PART III - DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE (To be completed by the Town of Ithaca) Instructions: For each adverse effect identified above, determine whether it is substantial, large, important, or otherwise significant. Each effect should be assessed in connection with its (a) setting (i.e. urban or rural); (b) probability of occurring; (c) duration; (d) irreversibility; (e) geographic scope, and (f) magnitude. If necessary, add attachments or reference supporting material. Ensure that the explanations contain sufficient detail to show that all relevant adverse impacts have been identified and adequately address. _Check here if you have identified one or more potentially large or significant adverse impacts which MAY occur. Then proceed directly to the full E and/or prepare a positive declaration. X Check here if you have determined, based on the information and analysis above and any supporting documentation, that the proposed action WILL NOT result in any significant adverse environmental impacts AND provide on Attachments as necessary the reasons supporting this determination. Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals Name of Lead Agency Kirk Sigel, Chairman Name & title of Responsible Officer In Lead Agency m of Resaonsible Officer in Lead Signature of Contributing Preparer / OF I TOWN OF ITHACA 41A 215 N. Tioga Street, ITHACA, N.Y. 14850 TOWN CLERK 273-1721 ENGINEERING 273-1747 PLANNING 273-1747 BUILDING AND ZONING 273-1783 HIGHWAY (Roads, Parks & Trails, Water & Sewer) 273-1656 FAX (607) 273-1704 Application for Appearance in front of the Zoning Board of -Appeals Fee $100 CHECK ALL THAT APPLY Area Variance Use Variance Sign Variance Sprinkler Variance Special Approval Requesting an appearance to be allowed to GUNS-[ W L1C 1 A KAK I nK CSL Kts 1 at I N MF FAKH Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. X04 — r G- , as shown on the accompanying application and/or plans or other supporting documents, under Article(s) CHLMR 225 Section(s) of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance, the UNDERSIGNED respectfully submits this Application Form. A description of the practical difficulties and unnessary hardship and/or the Special Approval authorization request is as follows: (Additional sheets may be attached as necessary.) By filing this application, I grant permission for members of the Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals or staff to enter my property to inspect in connection with my application. Signature of Owner/Appellant: Signature of Appellant/Agent Print Name Here Home Telephone Number ID Work Telephone Number 10D �a NOTE: If construction of work in accordance with any variances given does not commence within 18 months, the variance will expire. Your attendance at the meeting is advised. Revised 11/03/04 to4 Center for Animal Resources and Education Maggie Markes Facilities Program Manager Animal Resources & Lab An. Services Cornell University CRAR Annex Ithaca, NY 14853 To: Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals Subject: Variance Application Description: Raptor Barn Date: December 3, 2004 Prepared by: Maggie Markes A description of the practical difficulties and unnecessary hardship and/or Special Approval authorization request is as follows: Telephone: 607 253-3112 Fax: 607 253-3527 E-Mail:mmdl5@comell.edu 1. We respectfully request an interpretation that the proposed building is not subject to the Sprinkler Law. a. The engineer of record has classified the barn as a "U" occupancy under the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. b. The main use of the building is to house birds of prey, a similar purpose of other barns that function as animal housing. c. The office and procedures room (approximately 10% of the total building sf) are ancillary use to the main use of the building. These rooms are used only intermittently. There is no one assigned to occupy these rooms on a full time basis. 2. If the building is deemed to be subject to the Sprinkler Law, we respectfully request a variance due to: a. A sprinkler system would be detrimental to the welfare of the animals if the system was activated during freezing temperatures in the open aviaries. This would leave the animals, most of which are injured, with no way to escape the drenching of cold water and would subject them to the negative effects of the additives that could be in the sprinkler system water. The Director of the Cornell Center for Animal Resources and Education, Dr. Michele Bailey, has deemed this condition (sprinklers overhead in aviaries open to ambient conditions) to be unsatisfactory for animal housing and would not allow the birds to be housed there. b. The available water flow on or near the site could not support a sprinkler system in this building. The cost of installation of a water system that could support a sprinkler system would exceed the cost of the proposed building. c. The nature of the building, which is 90% open to unheated, ambient conditions, would- freeze with a normal sprinkler system. The alternate of a dry system would still pose the same animal welfare issue as described above if activated during freezing conditions and a glycol system (in lieu of water) could not be used where animals are housed. 0000 Town Assigned Project ID Number Town of Ithaca Environmental Review SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM For UNLISTED ACTIONS Located in the Town of Ithaca, Tompkins County, NY ONLY PART 1 - PRO.TF;CT INFORMATION (To be completed by ADDlicant or Project Sponsor) 1. AAp�pnli,c�ant/Sponsor �G TOV,%N 2. Project Name 3. Precise location street address road intersections, prominent landmarks, etc. or provide map:) t�Pi�yC- Tax Parcel Number: 4. Is proposed --action: NEW?--%,— EXPANSION? MODIFICATION/ALTERATION? 5. Describe project briefly: (Include project purpose, present land use, current and future construction plans, and other relevant items): (V�►&( rI—�of<e � vCf) (Attach separate sheet(s) if necessary to adequately describe the proposed project.) 6. Amount of land affctel , li Initiall (0-5yrs) Acres - rs >10 rs) Acres 7. How is land zoned presently? PLAN LU D 8. Will proposed action comply with existing zoning or other existing land use restrictions? Yes NO If no, describe conflict briefly: 9. Will proposed action lead to a request for new: Public Road? YES NO �_ Public Water? YES NO Public Sewer? YES NO 10. What is the present land use in the vicinity of the proposed project? Residential Commercial Industrial Agriculture Park/Forest/Open Space Other -k/ Please Describe: 11. Does proposed action involve a permjt, approval, or funding, now or ultimately from any other governmental agency (Federal, State, Local?) YES NO V If yes, list agency name and permit/approval/funding: 12. Does any aspect of the proposed action have a currently valid permit or approval? YES NO If yes, list agency name and permit/approval. Also, state whether it will require modification. I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE - rr � �Applic 1 11a sor Name (Print or Type): �i i`& 1 I 4 ! Signature and Date: AUG, 2 3 2004 / OF ITFIACA FI ANINING, ZONING, ENGINEERING 0 ADOPTED RESOLUTION: PB RESOLUTION NO. 2004-097 Preliminary and Final Site Plan Special Approval Cornell University Raptor Barn Game Farm Road Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64-1-2 Planning Board, September 23, 2004 MOTION made by George Conneman, seconded by Rod Howe. WHEREAS. Approval & 1. This action is consideration of Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval and Special Approval for the proposed Cornell University Raptor Barn located off Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel No. 64-1-2, Planned Development Zone No.9. The project involves construction of a +/- 4,180 square foot pole barn for the purpose of housing a collection of birds of prey. In addition to providing the aviary space, the facility will also contain office space, a procedural room, a restroom, a new gravel driveway, walkway, and a small parking area. Cornell University, Owner/Applicant; Maggie Markes, Agent, and 2. This is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Ithaca Planning Board, acting as lead agency in environmental review with respect to Site Plan Approval and Special Approval, has accepted as adequate a short Environmental Assessment Form, Part I, submitted by the applicant, and Part II, prepared by the Town Planning Department, and has on September 23, 2004, made a negative determination of environmental significance, and 3. Planning Board, at a Public Hearing held on September 23, 2004, has reviewed and accepted as adequate, an Environmental Assessment Form Part I, submitted by the applicant, and a Part II prepared by Town Planning staff, a drawing entitled "Site Plan", dated 9/15/04, and prepared by T.G. Miller, P.C., and additional drawings including, a Floor Plan entitled "A2.01", an Elevation drawing entitled "A3.01", and a Building Cross Section entitled "A4.01", each dated August 16, 2004 and prepared by MAS Engineering, and other application material. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: 1. That the Town of Ithaca Planning Board hereby waives certain requirements for Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval, as shown on the Preliminary and Final Site Plan Checklists, having determined from the materials presented that such waiver will result in neither a significant alteration of the purpose of site plan control nor the policies enunciated or implied by the Town Board, and PB RESOLUTION NO. 2004-097 PAGE 2 2. That the Town of Ithaca Planning Board hereby grants Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval for the proposed Cornell University Raptor Barn located off Game Farm Road, Tax Parcel No. 64-1-2, a drawing entitled "Site Plan", dated 9/15/04, and prepared by T.G. Miller, P.C., and additional drawings including a Floor Plan entitled "A2.01", an Elevation drawing entitled "A3.01 and a. Building Cross Section entitled "A4.01", each dated August 16, 2004 and prepared by MAS Engineering, subject to the following conditions: a. revision of the plan to include the name and seal of the registered land surveyor or engineer who prepared the topographic survey, and the date of the survey, prior to the issuance of a building permit, and b. submission of an erosion and sedimentation control plan for review and approval by the Town of Ithaca Director of Engineering prior to issuance of a building permit, and C, submission of an original final site plan on mylar, vellum, or paper, to be retained by the Town of Ithaca, prior to the issuance of a building permit, and d, submission of record of application for and approval status of all necessary permits from county, state, and/or federal agencies, prior to issuance of a building permit, and. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: 1. That the Planning Board hereby grants Special Approval, determining that: a. the health, safety, morals and general welfare of the community in harmony with the general purpose of this ordinance shall be promoted, and b, the premises are reasonably adapted to the proposed use, and C, the proposed use and the location and design of any structure shall be consistent with the character of the district in which it is located, and d. consideration has been given to minimizing adverse impacts of the proposed use upon any Natural Area or View Area, and e, the proposed use shall not be detrimental to the general amenity or neighborhood character in amounts sufficient to devaluate neighboring property or seriously inconvenience neighboring inhabitants, and ik f. the proposed designed, and PB RESOLUTION NO. 2004-097 PAGE 3 access and egress for all structures and uses is safely g1 the general effect of the proposed use upon the including such items as traffic load upon public water and sewerage systems is not detrimental t general welfare of the community. The vote on the motion resulted as follows: AYES:Wilcox, Hoffmann, Conneman, Thayer, Howe, Talty. NAYS: None. The motion was declared to be carried unanimously. STATE OF NEW YORK) COUNTY OF TOMPKINS) SS: TOWN OF ITHACA.a community as a whole, streets and load upon the health, safety and L VI W p tY (f' U De u Town Clerk of the Town of Ithaca, New York, do, hereby certify that the attached resolution is an exact copy of the same adopted by the Planning Board of the Town of Ithaca at a regular meeting on the 23rd day of September 2004. 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DOCK, STL/CONC Average Good 174x0 1960 SHED, MACHINERY Average Good 120x0 1960 Page 1 of 2 http://asmsdg.tompkins-co.org/imate/cprintable.asp?img=http://asmsdg.tompkins-co.org/imateimage... 12/8/04 Property Description Report For 769 DRYDEN RD in Ithaca (Town) Structure: Grade: Condition: Size: Year: Structure: Grade: Condition: Size: Year: Structure: Grade: Condition: Size: Year: Structure: Grade: Condition: Size: Year: Structure: Grade: Condition: Size: Year: Land Type: Acreage: Size: Land Type: Acreage: Size: Code Description ITHACA WATER ITHACA SEWER ITHACA FIRE PROT Code Description Amount MISC. $510001000 SHED, MACHINERY Average Good 144x0 1960 SHED, ALUMINUM Average Normal 140x0 1955 SHED, ALUMINUM Average Normal 1680 x 0 1955 GARAGE, 2 STY DET. Average Normal 3780 x 0 1955 BARN, 1 STY GEN. PURP. Average Good 6720 x 0 1961 Land Types Primary 2.00 0x0 Residual 154.29 0x0 Special Districts Units 11.62 Exemptions Exempt% Start 1985 Percent End Vflag Type Value Hcode Own% Page 2 of 2 http://asmsdg.tompkins-co.org/imate/cprintable.asp?img—http://asmsdg.tompkins-co.org/imateimage... 12/8/04 0 a 0 a LL LU a 0 0 N L L _0 X w U L Na N V/ LU 0 : Q O Z LLJ U) UI E c O N c O O N <n Q� Q �pI -0 o d U 3 2 m Z w � � ' (D O O U p Q U U 2 — J J J J 2 Z 0 m ano I C O' 11 m V DEP. Edward C. Marx, AICP Commissioner of Planning Mr. Andy Frost, Building/Zoning Officer Town of Ithaca 215 N. Tioga Street Ithaca, NY 14850 �mpk�ns Couhit 4V. V�3� '1Vd�ENOF PL', 21 East"Court Stre aca,<N`ew� Y°ork 148 DEC 17 2074 i TOWN OF ITHACA 1 Telephone (607) 274-5560 Fax (607) 274-5578 December 15, 2004 Re: Review Pursuant to §239 -1 and -m of the New York State General Municipal Law Action: Variance (Sprinkler), Cornell University Raptor Barn, Game Farm Rd. -- Dear Mr. Frost: This letter acknowledges your referral of the proposal identified above for review and comment by the Tompkins County Planning Department pursuant to §239 -1 and -m of the New York State General Municipal Law. The Department has reviewed the proposal, as submitted, and has determined that it has no negative inter -community, or county -wide impacts. Please inform us of your decision so that we can make it a part of the record. Sincerely, Edward C. Marx, AICP Commissioner of Planning Town of Ithaca Tracking Form Voluntary Participation in County Development Coordination Program (To be completed by local agency taking final action) Send or deliver to: Tompkins County Commissioner. of Planning Old Courthouse Building 121 East Court Street Ithaca, NY 14850 From: Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals Mailing Address: 215 North Tioga Street Contact Person: Andy Frost Phone: 273-1783. Referral - As requested under the County Development Coordination Program this referral for review and comment is submitted because of the scale and expected impact of the action as follows: (check appropriate items) Action includes creation of 5 or more building lots or dwelling units, as follows: Number of building lots: Number of dwelling units: Action is expected to generate 20 or more vehicle trips per day, as follows: Estimated trips per day, if known: �V/ Action is subject to mandatory review under GML 239-1 & -m as the project is within 500 feet of a state or county highway or other facility or within 500 feet of a municipal boundary. If none of the items above are checked it is not necessary to refer the proposed action to the County Planning Commissioner. Project Identification: Tax Map No. (12 H 7— Name of applicant* r _,I f 1 a Npme of Project (if any). Location or street address of Local ID number (if any): Type of Action: (Check all that apply) Variance of dimension regulations (lot area, building height, yard depth, number of parking spaces, etc.) Variance of use regulations Other variance (sign regs., official map, access to public road, etc.) Special permit, special approval, special exception, etc. Amendment to zoning _ text; _ map Adoption of new zoning or other development regulation Other (explain) Qri %n � t e C Checklist of material submitted herein: Full text of any zoning or other development regulation being considered for adoption or amendment to existing text. (Please indicate whether the text is a final draft or a preliminary draft to which further changes are expected.) Copy of completed application or appeal forms and all supporting documents required by the municipality. Maps showing the location of the proposed action and the layout of the proposed site development, as applicable. Copy of any report or recommendation on the action made by a municipal board or consultant. Copy of any environmental assessment or environmental impact statement required under SEQRA. Source of estimates of traffic generation potential of proposed action. Correspondence from other municipalities regarding the intermunicipal impact of the proposed action. A statement of any local issues surrounding the proposed action. Any other documents which would be helpful to the County Planning Commissioner in carrying out this coordination responsibility. Features of site map (if submitted): Location map showing general location of subject site (inset on site map). Physical characteristics of site, existing and proposed (topography, soil types, surface water features, major vegetation features, etc.) Layout plan showing buildings, parking facilities, public utilities, etc. Surface and subsurface drainage plan, incorporated with layout plan. Land use of subject property and surrounding properties. Classification of subject and surrounding properties as to zoning district, flood hazard area, wetland, historic district, agricultural district, etc. Location of any county, state, or other municipality facilities, and any municipal boundaries, if applicable. Other: