HomeMy WebLinkAboutZBEN-25-1 Packet 201 Snyder Hill RdTown of Ithaca March 24, 2025 ZBEN-25-1 Zoning Board of Appeals Energy Code Variance Application Status: Active Submitted On: 3/21/2025 Primary Location 201 Snyder Hill Rd Unit Carol Battisti Ithaca, NY 14850 Owner Carol Battisti 105 Remington Rd W Ithaca, NY 14850 Applicant Brian Buttner, R.A. 607-844-4601 adra@twcny.rr.com P. Box 306 5 Main Street Freeville, NY 13068 Internal Only-Review Tax Parcel No. 57.-1-8.63 Is Planning Dept. Approval Required? No Is Engineering Dept. Approval Required? No Is a GML-239 Review Required? Yes Type of Variance Ithaca Energy Code Appearance Date for Variance 5/27/25 Internal Tasks to be Completed Meeting Result (First Appearance) – Materials For GML-239 Were Sent 03/24/2025 Public Hearing Notice Was Sent – Neighbor Notification Letters Were Sent – 3/24/25, 2:05 PM ZBEN-25-1 https://ithacany.workflow.opengov.com/#/explore/records/36894/details 1/9 Date Sign Was Picked-up – Material Packets Sent to ZBA Members – Applicant's Information Applicant is* Architect Is the primary point of contact for application different than the applicant?* Yes Name of Primary Point of Contact* Justin Kimball Phone Number* 607-592-2475 Email Address* justinkimball11@gmail.com If the applicant is NOT the owner, a letter/email from owner designating the applicant as agent or a copy of the contract with owner's signature will need to be provided. 3/24/25, 2:05 PM ZBEN-25-1 https://ithacany.workflow.opengov.com/#/explore/records/36894/details 2/9 Description Brief Description of Variance Request* Interior renovations of the Lower Level apartment in this 1971 two-story residence can't feasibly conform to the current 2020 Residential Building Code and Town of Ithaca Stretch Energy Code.  The cost of further interior and exterior energy related alterations to achieve the minimum 12 point analysis stated in the Ithaca Stretch Energy Code would approach half the assessed value of the entire dwelling. The scope of insulation alterations and mechanical upgrades to full electric would also require substantial changes to the upper level apartment, also necessitating displacement of that tenant and additional loss of income when no changes to that apartment were planned as part of the original project.  As an architect, I believe the required upgrades under the TOI Stretch Energy Code constitute a Draconian approach to compliance when owners of older homes in the Town and City often don't have the funds to totally rebuild to current code requirements. In many cases, the cost implications of these requirements will force property owners to do nothing when partial or phased compliance wouild allow owners to make incremental improvements for the benefit of all.    Energy Variance Criteria Form 1. Whether the benefits sought by the applicant can be achieved by some method, feasible for the applicant to pursue, other than a variance;* No 3/24/25, 2:05 PM ZBEN-25-1 https://ithacany.workflow.opengov.com/#/explore/records/36894/details 3/9 Reasons: This is a 1971 residential, duplex dwelling of traditional construction with 8" concrete block foundation, 2x4 framed walls, concrete slab floor on th elower level and trussed wood roof. The exterior finish is wood clapboard with approximately 20% of wall area finished in brick vaneer. The walkout lower level basement apartment is also partially buried on this hillside lot. Both apartments are currently heated by two natural gas boilers feeding perimeter HW baseboard loops on each level. The architect has endeavored to incorporate incremental improvements in the building and enegry codes where reasonbly accessible, however total compliance with current codes short of demolitioning the existing residence and building new is not feasible.  In the course of assessing the lower apartment, the architect also discovered non-compliant double hung egress windows in both of the lower level bedrooms.  These windows will be replaced by larger casement-style units that satisfy current emergency egress pathways.  2. Has the applicant proposed to implement other energy or construction options, in place of the standard or requirement that is the subject of the variance request, that will result in the least amount practicable of additional greenhouse gas emissions? * Yes Reasons: As stated above, the lower level apartment will have substantial insulation added to the perimeter walls as identified on the drawings, both internally and externally where reasonable access is afforded. New LED light fixtures will replace all traditional fixtires on the lower level apartment. The existing gas clothes dryer will be replaced by an LG Heat Pump electric dryer with the mftrs estimated annual 30% savings $48.00). These improvements are expected to reduce natural gas and electrical consumption by up to 20%.   3/24/25, 2:05 PM ZBEN-25-1 https://ithacany.workflow.opengov.com/#/explore/records/36894/details 4/9 3. Will the variance request result in a substantial amount of greenhouse gas emissions if the request is granted? * Yes Reasons: I would temper my "Yes" above by the fact that no modifications are planned for the upper level apartment by the owner, however, the lower level apartment will be warmer in winter and cooler in summer with lower natural gas use.   4. Is the variance request unique to the building, project, or site and does not apply to a substantial portion of the neighborhood or community? * Yes Reasons: I answer "Yes" because this house was compliant when it was new, but is now a victim of the times where residences are built to much higher standards. Unfortunately, this variance situation could be repeated many times over given the general age of many residences in this Snyder Hill neighborhood (and elsewhere in the county).  5. Is the requested variance the minimum necessary?* Yes Reasons: The architect has endeavored to ahieve code compliance where reasonably feasible in all areas exposed by the original interior demolition prior to upgrading intioer finishes.   3/24/25, 2:05 PM ZBEN-25-1 https://ithacany.workflow.opengov.com/#/explore/records/36894/details 5/9 6. Is the alleged difficulty self-created? No Reasons: The difficulty in achieving total code compliance has to do with the age of the house (1971) and compliant construction of the day.  Affidavit The UNDERSIGNED respectfully submit this application requesting an appearance before the Zoning Board of Appeals. By filing this application, I grant permission for members of The Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals or Town staff to enter my property for any inspection(s) necessary that are in connection with my application. I acknowledge, that completed applications are scheduled on a first-come first-serve basis and that all documents ideally be submitted forty-five (45) days advance of the proposed meeting date, together with the required application fee. Failure to do so may result in a delay in my hearing. Digital Signature* Brian R. Buttner, R.A. Mar 21, 2025 3/24/25, 2:05 PM ZBEN-25-1 https://ithacany.workflow.opengov.com/#/explore/records/36894/details 6/9 © Outlook Fwd: FW: Justin & Brian authorization to represent me & speak on my behalf re:201 Synder Hill Duplex From Justin Kimball <justinkimball11@gmail.com> Date Mon 3/24/2025 11:42 AM To Codes <codes@townithacany.gov> **WARNING** This email comes from an outside source. Please verify the from address, any URL links, and/or attachments. Any questions please contact the IT department ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: justinkimball11 <justinkimball11@yahoo.com> Date: Mon, Mar 24, 2025, 11:39 AM Subject: FW: Justin & Brian authorization to represent me & speak on my behalf re:201 Synder Hill Duplex To: <justinkimball11@gmail.com> Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone -------- Original message -------- From: ca <carolbattisti@aol.com> Date: 3/24/25 11:36 AM (GMT-05:00) To: Justinkimball11 <justinkimball11@yahoo.com> Subject: Justin & Brian authorization to represent me & speak on my behalf re:201 Synder Hill Duplex 2025.03.24 Carol A Battisti 201 Snyder Hill Rd Ithaca NY 14850 To whom this may concern: I am the property owner of the duplex residence located at 201 Snyder Hill Rd Ithaca NY 14850. I hereby notify you that 1. Justin Kimball, property manager, of Promise Land Properties and 2. Brian Buttner, Architect, of ADRA Associates together act as my designated Property Manager and Architect for said property. As such, Justin and Brian have my full authorization to represent me and speak on my behalf regarding all decisions on the current work project at said property. Both are your point of contact for any communications going forward. Signed electronically, Carol A Battisti Promise Land Properties &Rentals LLC 50 Hillcrest Road Ithaca NY 14850 promiselandproperties11@gmail.com To whom it may Concern: As 100%owner and sole operator of Promise Land Properties I fully authorize Brian a.Buttner to act on my behalf in the appeal to zoning on 201 Snyder Hill Road.Please feel free to contact me at the above email address if needed. Thank you, Justin Kimball Promise Land Properties &Rentals LLC Date:March 21,2025 To:Town of Ithaca Codes and Zoning Dept Ref:Project Narrative- Request for Zoning Board of Appeals Energy Code Variance Review 201 Snyder Hill Road Residential Duplex To:BZA Board members: I,Brian R.Buttner,in my capacity as architect and representative for Promise Land Properfe'Shb'ffit the following narrative summarizing the status of the existing two apartment dwelling resid^fi&^^Wl Snyder Hill Road in the Town of Ithaca and hereby request for an Energy Variance. The Owners,after learning of some minor internal leaking around the sub-grade perimeter of the lower level apartment and relocating the tenant,they brought in their maintenance staff to remove the damaged drywall to determine the source and extent of the problem.Upon further inspection an outside Contractor,Anthony Todi with AGT Contracting,was hired to remove additional interior finishes, incandescent fixtures and older electrical wiring so newer insulation could be added to the original walls and ceiling.The Owner and Contractor soon realized the scope of work required would exceed $20,000 so the Contractor contacted ADR Associates to prepare a detailed set of drawings with the intent to comply with current building and energy code requirements to the greatest extent possible given the age of the building. APPLIED DESIGN RESEARCH ASSOCIATES Architecture Interior Design Drawings,details and notes were completed to define the scope of work visible and proposed.While the original intent was to focus on interior construction upgrades including new finishes and LED lighting,it soon became apparent to the Contractor that the best way to prevent the return of water into the apartment was to lay a new footing drain around the north,west and south faces of the building. Once the Owner agreed to that course of action,the Architect suggested that a higher level of insulation compliance could also be achieved by installing at least 3”of rigid insulation board full height of the masonry wall plus install a layer of 1-1/2”rigid board on the inside face of the 2x4 frame wall up to the ceiling prior to reinstalling 1/2”gypsum wall board on all walls in this apartment.The resulting calculated R-value for the Lower Level frame walls is 19.88 (15.00 required)and R-20.34 for the insulated CMU walls (21.0 or 20+5 required)Note-Additional exterior rigid insulation was deleted where the brick veneer descends to the lower level walls,approximately 28%of total wall area. Two additional interior upgrades include installing two layers of 1/2”or one layer 5/8”Type X wall board on all lower level room ceilings and also applying one layer of 5/8”Type X wall board on theapartmentsideoftheMech/Boiler Room (the Owner has the option to install an additional layer of 5/8” Type X wall board on the Meeh Room side,however that is not required due to the total Btu input of the two boilers being smaller than required for a one-hour rated wall (400,000Btu).R Registered Architect Respectfully submitted, BrianR.Buttner,..A. ADR Associates P.O.Box 3065MainStreet Freeville,NY 13068 T (607)844-4601 F (607)844-3310 ENERGY CODE SUPPLEMENT -COMPLIANCE CHECKLISTS Contents Page 1-Overview,Building Information Compliance Checklists for Prescriptive Compliance Path/Easy Path Page 2-Commercial Buildings Page 3-Residential Buildings Compliance Checklists for Performance-Based Compliance Path/Whole Building Path Page 4 -Commercial Buildings Page 6 -Residential Buildings Overview The checklists contained in this document are intended to help applicant teams and municipal staff plan for and assess compliance with the Energy Code Supplement (ECS).Please attach any calculations or other materials needed to verify information entered in this document.Additional information can be found in ECS Section 601 Compliance Documentation. Only basic information is provided here;the full ECS document should be referred to for detailed requirements. In addition,the ECS Reference Manual is intended to help understand and use the ECS;it contains non-essential information such as background information and commentary. The Energy Code Supplement applies to new construction,additions,and major renovations as described in Section 202.1 Applicability.1 ) Section 202.2 Compliance provides additional compliance details for commercial,residential,and mixed-use buildings,including additions and major renovations. Previously planned enhanced requirements to the ECS went into effect January 1,2023.These changes are described in sections C404 and R504. ITHACAPropertyAddress: BuildingInformation To be completed by applicant. This property is (check one box only,see definitions in ECS)[^Residential commercial The following compliance path will be used (check one box only)^Prescriptive Compliance Path/Easy Path^Performance-Based Compliance Path/Whole Building Path 1In theTown of Ithaca version of the Energy Code Supplement,all section numbers identified in this document are preceded by "144-." Version 2.1February 2023 Page 1 of 7 ENERGY CODE SUPPLEMENT -COMPLIANCE CHECKLISTS PRESCRIPTIVE COMPLIANCE PATH/EASY PATH-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS Projects must earn at least12 points.ECS document should be consulted for complete requirements. Applicant fills out "points proposed"column.Code Enforcement Officer fills out "points awarded"column. Cate¬ gory Improvement Code Section > Points Available 3 Points ’reposed / Points Awarded Summary of Requirements EFFICIENT ELECTRIFICATION eei :Jeat pumps for space icating R502.2.1 6-10 o pointsfor air source heat pumps. 10 points for groundsource heat pumps. EE2 Seat pumps for service water heating R502.2.2 2 o i pointsfor water heatingsystems that use heat 3umps. EE3 Commercial cooking electrification R502.2.3 6 o 5 points for electric cooking equipment in commercial kitchens.Prerequisite:no fossil fuel use in the building. EE4 Residential cooking and clothes drying electrification R502.2.4 2 Q 2 pointfor electric stoves andventless heat pump clothes dryers.Prerequisite:no fossilfeel use inthebuilding. AFFORDABILITY IMPROVEMENTS All Smaller building/room.size R502.3.1 1-2 o Up to 2 points for smaller room sizes.Available for Hotel and Residential portions only. AI2 Heatingsystems in heated space R502.3.2 1 1 1 point for installing heating systems in directly heated spaces. AI3 Efficient buildingshape R502.3.3 1 1 1 pointif exterior surface areadivided by directly heated floor area is less than the maximum allowed value. AI5 Modest window-to-wall ratio R502.3.4 1 1 1 point for overall window-to-wall ratio less than 20%(individual spaces may exceed 20%). RENEWABLE ENERGY REI Renewable energy systems R502.4.1 1-6 0 Up to 6 pointsfor on-site or off-siterenewable energysystems. RE2 Biomass systems R502.4.2 5 o 5 points for biomass space heating systems. OTHER POINTS OP1 Development density R502.5.1 1 o 1 point for achieving sufficient development density on the buildingparcel.* OP2 Walkability R502.5.2 1 0 1point if the building meets the walkability criteria.* OP3 Electric Vehicle Parking Spaces R502.5.3 1-2 o Up to 2 points for installing electricvehicleparkingspacesandrelatedinfrastructure.* OP4 Adaptive reuse R502.5.4 1 c>1point for substantial re-purpose of existing building. OP5 Meet NY Stretch Code R502.5.5 2 2 pointsfor complying with NYStretchEnergy Code OP6 Custom energy improvement R502.5.6 1-2 1 Up to 2 points for reduction in energy use.mamative & TOTAL POINTS 4 *Note:A maximum of three points total may be earned for points OP1,OP2,and OP3 combined. Version 2.1February 2023 Page 3 of 7 COMMISSIONER Katherine Borgella DEPUTY COMMISSIONER M. Megan McDonald 121 E. Court St, Ithaca, N.Y. 14850 | Phone: (607) 274-5560 | tompkinscountyny.gov/planning Creating and implementing plans that position Tompkins County communities to thrive. April 4, 2025 Lori Kofoid, Administrative Assistant IV Town of Ithaca 215 North Tioga St. Ithaca, NY 14850 Re: Review Pursuant to §239 -l, -m and -n of New York State General Municipal Law Proposed Action: Energy Code Variance for 201 Snyder Hill Road, Tax Parcel #57.-1-8.63, Carol Battisti, Owner; Brian Buttner, R.A., Applicant. Dear Ms. Kofoid: This letter acknowledges your referral of the proposed action identified above for review by the Tompkins County Department of Planning and Sustainability pursuant to §239 -l, -m and -n of the New York State General Municipal Law. We have determined the proposed action will have no significant county-wide or inter-community impact. We look forward to receiving notification on the final action taken by your municipality within 30 days of decision, as required by State law. Sincerely, Katherine Borgella, AICP Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability ©Department of Planning & Sustainability Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 1 -Project Information Instructions for Completing Part 1-Project Information.The applicant or project sponsor is responsible for the completion of Part 1.Responses become part of the application for approval or funding,are subject to public review,and may be subject to further verification.Complete Part 1 based on information currently available.If additional research or investigation would be needed to folly respond to any item,please answer as thoroughly as possible based on current information. Complete all items in Part 1.You may also provide any additional information which you believe will be needed by or usefol to the lead agency;attach additional pages as necessary to supplement any item. Part 1 -Project and Sponsor Information Brian R.Buttner,Architect Name of Action or Project: Alterations to Existing Two Unit Dwelling (Lower Apt)-Battista-Kimball Residence ProjectLocation (describe,and attach alocation map): 201 Snyder Hill Road,Town of ithaca,NY BriefDescription ofProposed Action: Project is primarily an interior Renovation project of the Lower Walk-out Apartment.Scope of work includes removal of existing gypsum wall board damaged by water infiltration through foundation.While apartment framing is opened up,Owner desires to improve insulation barrier where feasible, including adding rigid insulationto exterior walls below grade while a new footer drain is being installed in the spring of 2025.Insulation of the framed walls above the CMU foundation will also be increased.New LED lighting will replace older incandescent fixtures in the apartment.A one hour rated ceiling below the second level apartment will also be installed where there was previously no rated ceiling. In the spirit of energy efficiency,the old natural gas clothes dryer will be replaced with a new electric heat pump air dryer.The Mechanical Room on the same level as the apartment being renovations will be separated from the living spaces by a one hour rated wall.Energy and Building Code improvements will be implemented where feasible,however,these upgrades will not be able to bring the apartment and building up to current code Name of Applicant or Sponsor: Brian R.Buttner,R.A. Telephone:607-844-4601 E-Mail,adra@twcny.rr.com Address: P.Box 306 City/PO: Freeville State:Zip Code: New York 13068 1.Does the proposed action only involve the legislative adoption ofa plan,local law,ordinance, administrative rule,or regulation? If Yes,attach anarrative description ofthe intent of the proposed action and the environmental resources that may be affected inthe municipality andproceed to Part 2.If no,continue to question 2. NO YES—| 2.Does theproposed actionrequire apermit,approval or funding from any other government Agency? If Yes,list agency(s)name andpermit or approval:Town of Ithaca Building Dept,and TOI BZA Board Approval NO YES 3.a.Total acreage ofthe site of the proposed action?-38 acres b.Total acreage to be physically disturbed?0 acres c.Total acreage (project site and any contiguous properties)owned or controlledby the applicant or project sponsor?38 acres 4.Check all land uses that occur on,are adjoining or near the proposed action: Urban Rural (non-agriculture)Industrial O Commercial 0 Residential (suburban) Forest ||Agriculture ||Aquatic I 1 Other(Specify): Parkland Page 1 of 3 SEAF 2019 5.Is the proposed action, a.A permitted use under the zoning regulations? b.Consistent with the adopted comprehensive plan? NO YES N/A— 6.Is the proposed action consistent with the predominant character of the existing built or natural landscape?NO YES—| 7.Is the site of the proposed action located in,or does it adjoin,a state listed Critical Environmental Area? If Yes,identify: NO YES— 8.a.Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels? b.Are public transportation services available at or near the site of the proposed action? c.Are any pedestrian accommodations or bicycle routes available on or near the site of the proposed action? NO YES | ✓1 — 9.Does the proposed action meet or exceed the state energy code requirements? If the proposed action will exceed requirements,describe design features and technologies: This residence was built in 1971 and was compliant at that time,however new regulations require homes to be substantially more NO YES — efficient. 10.Will the proposed action connect to an existing public/private water supply? If No,describe method for providing potable water: NO YES —[✓) 11.Will the proposed action connect to existing wastewater utilities? If No,describe method for providing wastewater treatment: NO YES — 12.a.Does the project site contain,or is it substantially contiguous to,a building,archaeological site,or district which is listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places,or that has been determined by the Commissioner of the NYS Office of Parks,Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the State Register of Historic Places? b.Is the project site,or any portion of it,located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive forarchaeologicalsitesontheNYStateHistoricPreservationOffice(SHPO)archaeological site inventory? NO YES!✓— — 13.a.Does any portion of the site of the proposed action,or lands adjoining the proposed action,contain wetlands or other waterbodies regulated by a federal,state or local agency? b.Would the proposed action physically alter,or encroach into,any existing wetland or waterbody? If Yes,identify the wetland or waterbody and extent of alterations in square feet or acres: NO YES!✓— Page 2 of 3 Applicant/sponsor/name: Signature: PRINT FORM Page 3 of 3 14.Identify the typical habitat types that occur on,or are likely to be found on the project site.Check all that apply: I IShoreline I I Forest I I Agricultural/grasslands Early mid-successional Wetland Urban 0 Suburban I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE AND ACCURATE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE 15.Does the site of the proposed action contain any species of animal,or associated habitats,listed by the State or Federal government as threatened or endangered? NO YES |— 16.Is the project site located in the 100-year flood plan?NO YES — 17.Will the proposed action create storm water discharge,either from point or non-point sources? IfYes, a.Will storm water discharges flow to adjacent properties? b.Will storm water discharges be directed to established conveyance systems (runoff and storm drains)? IfYes,briefly describe: NO YES The proposed footer drains to draw water away from the foundation will be drained to a drywell downhill from the existing dwelling on the same parcel. 18.Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that would result in the impoundment of water or other liquids (e.g.,retention pond,waste lagoon,dam)? IfYes,explain the purpose and size of the impoundment: NO YES — 19.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the location of an active or closed solid waste management facility? IfYes,describe: NO YES l/— 2O.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the subject of remediation (ongoing or completed)for hazardous waste? 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LG-DLHC4002*......FuelType0:ElectricProductType:ElectricStandardVentlessLaundryCenter:NoCombinationAll-in-OneWasher-Dryer:NoAdditionalDryerFeatures0:Timeremainingdisplay,WrinklepreventionoptionRefrigerantType©:R-134a(14300)CombinedEnergyFactor(CEF)0:9.3EstimatedAnnualEnergyUse(kWh/yr)0:257EstimatedEnergyTestCycleTime(min)©:67DrumCapacity(cu-ft)0:7.8Height(inches)0:39.0Width(inches)©:27.0Depth(inches)O3225ENERGYSTARUnique100:3798661UPCCodes:I195174098479§OPENDOWNLOADHeatPumpTechnology0:HeatPumpVentedorVentless0:VentlessConnected0:NoENERGYSTARCertified:YesMostEfficient0:HS8IMostEfficient@2025CBModelIdentifier0:ES_1118034_DLHC4002*_11132024111859.80232377DateAvailableonMarket0:11/05/2024DateCertified0:11/12/2024Markets0:UnitedStates,Canada Chapter 144- 3 Deflnitions MAJOR RENOVATION Any construction or renovation to an existing structure, building, separated occupancy, tenant space, or unit under consideration, other than a repair or addition, that meets these two requirements: [Amended 1-9-2023 by L.L. No. 1-2023] A. The work area exceeds 75% of the fioor area, and B. The proposed work involves two or more of the following: A. Replacement or new installation of 50% or more of the rated capacity of the heating plant that serves the fioor area. Changes to air distribution, exhaust, or air conditioning systems are not considered renovations to the heating plant. B. Construction that involves disassembly or uncovering of greater than 50% of the area of the above-grade portion(s) of the building thermal envelope that serves the fioor area. C. Changes to lighting, including but not limited to new installation, replacement, relocation, or removal, of lamps, lighting, or other illumination flxtures throughout 50% or more of the fioor area. Floor area that is not currently lit, and is not proposed to be lit, shall not count toward the 50% calculation.