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RESOLUTION
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CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING - FRED WILSON
2.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- FRED WILSON
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3.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- GUNZENHAUSER
2
4.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- THOMAS BOYLE
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5.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- FRED WILSON
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6.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- CARLTON POTTER
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7.
TABLE VARIANCE APPLICATION - POTTER - LUKER
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8.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- C. HANTZ
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9.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- DIANE BEAN
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10.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- CHARLES BARNED
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11.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- POTTER - LUKER RD.
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12.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- CORTLANDVILLE LODGE - RT 13
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13.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- HEATH - THE PARK
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14.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- CITIZENS SAVINGS
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15.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- MICHAEL SALKA
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16.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- CORTLAND CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH
15
17.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- DARRELL CARTER
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18.
TABLE APPLICATION
-Variance- RIVERA
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19.
DENY VARIANCE - RICHARD
FINN - 4313 Fairgrounds
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20.
APPROVE VARIANCE
- RICHARD TANNER
13
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APPROVE VARIANCE
-:GARY LYONS
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22.
APPROVE VARIANCE
_ CARLTON POTTER LOT 19
18
23.
TABLE VARIANCE -
JAY DAVIS
18
24
APPROVE VARIANCE
- D. ANTHONSON
19
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AIPP:ROYFAPPLICATION
VARIANCE - ATTICA DEVELOPMENT
CO.
19
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APPROVE VARIANCE -
CHARLES GAYNOR
19
27
APPROVE SIGN -
DARRELL CARTER - GROTON AVE
PLAZA
19
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APPROVE VARIANCE -
JAY DAVIS
19
TABLE APPLICATION
- LOWELL CRAFT
20
29
APPROVE VARIANCE _
.LESLIE SHEPARD
20
TABLE APPLICATION
- GORDON WATROUS JR.
20
30
APPROVED VARIANCE
- MATT PACE - FISHER AVE.
21
31
APPROVED VARIANCE
- EMPIRE VISION - RTE. 13
23
32
APPROVED VARIANCE
- GORDON WATROUS - SOLON RD.
25
33
DENIED VARIANCE -
LOWELL CRAFT - BLODGETT MILLS
27
34
APPROVED VARIANCE
- NORSTAR - GROTON AVE.
29
35
APPROVED VARIANCE
- VIDEO CIRCUS - WEST RD.
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Page 5, Minutes -,of -executive session, January 25, 1989, ZBA.
Members of the ZBA.
David Plew, Chairman
Thomas Bilodeau John Finn
Joann O'Rourke Oscar Taylor
All members were present, also, CEO. Bruce A. Weber, Mr. & Mrs.
Frederick Wilson, H. Johnson and J. Nickerson.
Chairman Plew noted that for the record, the County PlanniR4__B and
approved of this application, their Resolution No. 89-4, January 18. 89.
All members present have reviewed the application and the site at
1732 Homer Road, and since the members have no further comments or
questions, Chairman Plew asked for a motion from the ZBA., THEREFORE,
Motion was made by O'Rourke, seconded by Taylor that this application
z for a variance be approved.
This motion was unanimous and becomes RESOLUTION No. 2-89.
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Chmn. Plew: If there are no further questions or
comments, I am going to close this public
hearing and adjourn for an executive session.
After some discussion with members of the
Board, Chmn. Plew stated he would like to
make a motion approving of this application
for a variance,to permit an annual renewal
of the permit, without a public hearing.
This motion was seconded by Oscar Taylor.
Three ayes,
One Nay,
One Undecided. -
Executive session now adjourned to proceed
with letter from Code Enforcement Officer,
Bruce Weber, regarding a complaint
Gary Lyon, ( Gary's Automotive )
See following Page.
M.Brookins, Secretary
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Regarding Letter to Appeals Board from CEO Bruce -Weber,,
Letter dated February 17; 1989. will be filed with these
mv;nutes .
Present for discussion, Mr. & Mrs. Gary Lyon and Son
Mr. John Miller, Attorney for Mr: Lyon,
Owner of Truck in question and others
not identified..
Mr. Weber had received a call( dial not identify) indicating,
a person had seen a dump truck -being removed from a bay at
Gary's Automotive .See information in said -letter..
Since Mr. Weber did not know the identity of person making
the call )he had no- way of explaining the situation .
The owner of the truck in question explained he had been making
a delivery at this site and his truck developed trouble,he thought
it was carburetor but told them if it were someting else.,to
fix that too. There was noway he could move his truck with out
repairs
Chairman Plew, advised Mr. Lyon that he should have got in
touch with Mr. Weber right away and explained .what-,ha_d--
happened.
If Mr. Weber had heard from Mr. Lyon, he would -have been able to
pass along the information to anyone who might be concerned,
and to -advise there was no intent of any violation..
With no further comments at this time, meeting was adjourned.
M. Brookins, Secretary
BRUCE A. WEBER
~ CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
TOWN OF CORTLANDVILLE
15 TERRACE ROAD
CORTLAND, NEW YORK 13045-3552
(607) 756-7490
February 17, 1989
To: Zoning Board of Appeals Board
From: Bruce A. Weber, CEO ✓3"J
On February lb, 1987, I received a call indicating a
person had seen a dump truck --being removed from a bay -
at Gary's Automotive. Upon inspection, there was a
Ford 900 dump truck behind the building. The hood of
the truck was raised and the engine was being worked
on, ie. The carburetor was off, it appeared a new
choke was being installed, and in general, being tuned
up. I called the owner of the truck who indicated that
"the .spark plugs were just being changed."
On February 17, 1989, I talked with Herb Austin of
Newcomb motors. He indicated the GVW of this model
truck to be between 25,000 - 30,000 pounds.
This would appear to be a violation of the conditions
on the variance. Please be ready to discuss this at
our meeting of March 2, 1989, at 7:30
cc: Phillip R. Rumsey, Town Attorney
Gary Lyon
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Page 4, Executive Session, Public Hearing No 1, T. Boyle
Members of Zoning Board of Appeals,
Present were: Chairman David Plew, Thomas Bilodeau, John Finn
and Oscar Taylor. Joanne O'Rourke was not present.
Chairman Plew: We will proceed with this meeting,
It is noted that the County Planning Board Resolution No. 89-17,
March 15, 89, approved of this application for a bulk variance
on the grounds of practical difficulties, (Mr. Boyle is moving
out of the state)
No one appeared at the public hearing objecting to this appli-
cation for a variance, therefore I am going to make a motion that
the toning Board approve of this application.
This motion was seconded by Oscar Taylor,and was unanimously
passed by the members present at this hearing.
Chairman Plew, I will close this meeting and proceed with
Public Hearing No 2, Frederick Wilson, 1732 E. Homer Road.
RESOLUTION No. 4, Approval of Variance, Thomas Boyle
Reported by M.Brookins, Secretary
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Page 4, Executive Session, Public Hearing No 2, Fred Wilson
Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals:
Present were, Chairman David Plew, Thomas Bilodeau, John Finn,
and Oscar Taylor, Joann O'Rourke was not present..
No one appeared to object to this application for a variance.
Mr. Wilson was present to answer any questions from the zoning
Board and after discussion, Chairman Plew entertained a motion
that this application should be approved,
THEREFORE, Motion was made by Oscar Taylor, that this appli-
cation for a variance concerning these signs be approved as
presented. This motion was seconded by David Plew and was
unanimous.from the Board Members,present.
Chairman Plew, I will close this Executive session and proceed
with Public Hearing No 3, Carleton Potter.
RESOLUTION No. 5, Approval of Variance, Fred Wilson.
Reported By, M. Brookins, Secretary
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Page 4, Executive Session, Public Hearing No. 3, Carleton Potter.
Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals,
Chairman, David P1ew, Thomas Bilodeau
John Finn, Oscar Taylor.
Joanne O'Rourke was not present.
Chairman Plew, The members have all had an opportunity to
review this application and location of lot number 13, at the
corner of Fairview and McBane in this development.
You have a copy 'of the Resolution of the County Planning Board
as of March 15, 89.
Since no one appeared to object to this application for a variance,
and if there are no questions or further comments, I would like
to make a motion to approve of this application for Tax Map Parcel,
No.95.00-02-13.000, for a variance.
John Finn, I will second that motion, this was unanimous.
RESOLUTION no, 6.
Reported by M. Brookins, Secretary.
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Page 4, Executive Session, Public Hearing No. 4 Carleton Potter
Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals,
Chairman, David Plew Thomas Bilodeau
John Finn Oscar Taylor
Joann O'Rourke was not present.
Chairman Plew, You are all familliar with this development on
Luker Road,, since Mr. Potter is not present to answer any of
your questions, regarding this application and knowing this was
an approved project under the former Zoning Ordinance, there may
be a hardship.
Mr. Taylor, I would like to discuss this with Mr. Potter as there
may be other alternatives.
John Finn, I too, would like to have Mr. Potter present to
answer some of our questions.
Chairman Plew, Is there a motion at this time,--
Mr.
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Mr. Finn, , I would like to make a motion that this be tabled
until such time as Mr. Potter can be present to answer any
questions we may have,
Mr. Taylor, I will second that motion, Mr. Bilodeau, Aye,
Mr. Plew, Aye.
RESOLUTION No. 7
Reported by M. Brookins, Secretary
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Page 4, Executive Session, Public Hearing No. 5 ,'C. Hantz.
Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals:
Chairman, David Plew, Thomas Bilodeau, John Finn,
and Oscar Taylor. Joann O'Rourke was not present.
No one appeared to object to this application for a variance
in the terms and conditions of Article 1V, Section 5 of such
Zoning Law,to allow for a lot less than 30,000 square feet.
After some discussion and considering this as a hardship,
Motion was made by Thomas Bilodeau and seconded by Oscar Taylor,
that this application for a variance be approved.
John Finn ---Aye,
Chairman Plew ---abstained.
RESOLUTION No. S.
M. Brookins, Secretary
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May 4, 1989, Meeting of ZBA, following 3 Public Hearings at 7:30 P.M.
held at the Town Hall, 15 Terrace Road, Cortland. N.Y.
Members present were:, Chairman David Piew, Thomas Bilodeau
Joann O'Rourke, Oscar Taylor. John Finn was absent at this
time.
Others present, Code Enforcement Officer, Bruce Weber, Mr. & Mrs.
Russell Bean, Mr. & Mrs. Charles Barned, Darrell Carter, Dr. Potter,
and others.
Decisions in regard to the Public Hearings, No 1, No. 2 and also
Dr. Potters, application and hearing which was tabled on April 4,89.
No.l, Diane and Russell Bean,application for a variance,to add a
room to their home. No one appeared to object to this application
and having reviewed the map and had discussion Chairman Plew made a
motion that this application be approved, this was seconded by O'Rourke
and becomes,..RESOLUTION No 9-89., all voting Aye.
No.2, Charles and Alice Barned, application to add a deck on back of
house (at Halstead Road).,Locko Glasers and other business is at the
back of this property. The deck they wish to add would be 14' X 20'
on the rear of their home, it would be 26' from rear lot line instead
of 40' as required.
After their discussion and review of sketch and taking into consider-
ation that decks have been added to other homes in this area and with
no one appearing to object, Chairman Plew entertained a motion to
approve of this application, THEREFORE,Motion was made by O'Rourke,
seconded by Bilodeau, that this application be approved, This was
unanimous and becomes, RESOLUTION No.10-89.
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Page 2, Minutes of the ZBA, May 4, 1989..
Continuation of Public Hearing of April 4,,. 89, (tabled until Dr. Potter
could be present).
Chairman Plew and Board Members, wished clarification as to the
request of Dr. Potter for a variance.
Dr. Potter informed the Board that his development had been accepted
several years .prior to the change of the new Zoning Law. At. that time
20,000 Sq. Ft. was required , now it has been changed to 30,000 Sq. Ft.
This would create a hardship for him to build on these lots. There is
public -water available.
Chairman Plew stated that if there were no more questions he would
close the hearing and the Zoning Board would render their'decision.
Chairman Plew: I would.entertain a motion that this application be
approved,
THEREFORE, Motion was made by O'Rourke, seconded by Bilodeau that
this application be approved. This was unanimous and becomes,
RESOLUTION No. 11-89.
Mr.' Darrell Carter wished an opinion from the ZBA as to signs;
The Board Members are in agreement with CEO. Officer, Weber, that
Each business would be allowed two wall mounted signs,non-il-luminated
constituting 8L of the wall to which attached.
Mr. Carter will consult further with Mr. Weber, Friday, May 5, 89.
Mr. -Weber informed the Board of further applications for variances
will be scheduled for Cortlandville Lodge, , Citizens Saving Bank,
Alton Heath, and Michael Salka,
There being no further business at this time, meeting was adjourned.
M. Brookins, Secretary
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Mr. Armstrong, Suppose somewhere down through the years the
Lodge wishes to sell this property, ( for
some type of busines53)., shouldn't the parking
area have some lighting ?
Chairman Plew, Should that happen, this variance for the Lodge
would be declared null and void, the byer then`
would have to apply for a new permit.
As for Lights for the parking area, we will
consider this if there is need and they consult
with Appeals or Planning Board.
Mr. Tracy, I think there would be need for some lighting
for the parking area.
r Mr. Lang, Why do they need a permit ?
Chmn. Plew: The R-1 Residential District allows public and
private non-profit clubs subject to a condit-
ional permit.
If there are no further comments or questions,
I am going to close this hearing and proceed
with a closed executive session.
Chairman Plew:
You have all heard the comments and questions, if you have any further'
comments, lets get on with them if not , Ehenr,�=
Page 3, P.H.No.2, 51a31g S
Chairman Plew: You have heard the reading of the legal notice
as it appeared in the Cortland Standard.
Is there anyone here who would like to:speak
for or against this application for a variance,
to allow a rear yard less than 40 feet.
Mr. Heath is present if you have any questions.
No one appeared objecting to this application
for a variance at 1144 C, The Park, Tompkins
Ext.
Therefore, I will close this public hearing
and proceed with a closed, executive session.
Chairman Plew,-since we have all discussed this application and the
map presented by Mr. Heath, if there are no comments or questions
from the Board I would entertain a motion to approve of this appli-
cation, THEREFORE, Motion was made by Finn, seconded by Taylor
that this application for a variance be approved.
This was approved unanimously, Joann O'Rourke, was not present at
this time, This becomes RESOLUTION No 13-89.
Ayes: Plew, Bilodeau, Finn, Taylor.
M. Brookins, Secretary
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Chairman Plew: You have heard the reading of the legal
notice as it appeared in the Cortland
Standard;
Is there anyone present who wishes to
speak for or against this application
for a variance, to allow for minimum
setback distances for each side of sign.
Tacie Stoker, Mgr. Ms. Stoker pointed out on map where the
sign would be, the Board found no objections
No one appeared to object to this appli--
cation.
Chairman Plew: If there are no questions or comments I
will close this hearing and proceed with
closed executive session.
Chairman. Plew:,—I will make a motion that we approve of this application
for a variance , John Finn, I will second this motion , this was
unanimous.and becomes RESOLUTION No.14-89.
Joann O'Rourke was not present at this time.
Ayes, Plew, Bilodeau, Finn, Taylor.
M. Brookins, Secretary
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Page 3, P.H.No. 4 5 -1;)3J'9 -r7 r
Chairman Plew: You have heard the reading of the legal
notice as it appeared in the Cortland
Standard.
Is there anyone present who wishes to speak
for this application for a variance, to place
a mobile home with a 30'X 12' addition on -.,---_a
1 acre parcel and to construct a garage at
the rear of the property. This is located
on Polkville Road Southeast of the U.S.Rt.11,
Polkville Road intersection.
Mr. Salka was present and explained his
request and showed the location -on his map.
No one appeared to object to this application
for a variance,therefore, I am going to close
this public hearing and proceed with a closed
executive session of the Appeals Board.
'Chairman Plew: Do you have any questions or comments, if not I
would like to hear a motion.
THEREFORE; MOTION WAS MADE BY Bilodeau, seconded by Finn that the
application for a variance to place a mobile home at this location
be approved. This was unanimous and becomes RESOLUTION No. 15-89.
Joann O'Rourke was not present at this time.
Ayes, Plew, Bilodeau, Finn, Taylor.
M. Brookins, Secretary
Page 3, P.H.No.5 5%a3lg-j
Chairman Plew: You have heard the reading of the legal
notice as it appeared in the Cortland
Standard.
Is there anyone present who wishes to
speak for or against this application for
a variance required for erection in excess
of standard size.
There were three gentlemen present who
represented the:ap licants.
Conrad T. Randon
Jeff Leonelli
Bill After considerable discussion and review of
sketch maps with the men present,.and since
no one appeared to object to this appli-
cation, Chairman Plew closed the -public
hearing and will proceed with a closed
executive session.
Chairman Plew asked if the Board had come to any decision,,
After discussion Motion was made by BilodeaU that the applicant
be'allowed one sign, Maximum 180 sq..ft. or 2 signs not to exceed
the 180 sq.ft., Max. Height 361., this motion was seconded by
Taylor., this was unanimous and becomes RESOLUTION No. 16-89.
Joann O'Rourke was not present at this time.
Ayes, Plew, Bilodeau. Finn, Taylor.
M. Brookins, Secretary,
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Minutes of the Zoning Board of Appeals, June 28, 1989., beginning
at 7:30 P.M., at the Town Hall, 15 Terrace Road, Cortlandville, N.Y.
All members of the ZBA were present, David Plew Chairman,presiding.
1. Application of Darrell Carter for a variance.
Following a public hearing, „ all members were in agreement
that this application for a illuminated sign should not have a
negative impact on the surrounding area of busin'ess.,THEREFORE,
Motion was made by O'Rourke, seconded by Bilodeau, that this
sign must be no largerxarfh 16 sq.ft, and must conform to all
conditions. This motion was passed unanimously and becomes,
RESOLUTION No. 17-89.
2. Application of Gilbert Rivera, for a variance.
Mr. Rivera, did not appear, Code Enforcement Officer Weber, in
formed the Members of the ZBA, that Mr. Rivera may wish to with-
draw his application, THEREFORE, Motion was made by Plew, seconded
by Finn that this application be tabled until Weber, hears from
Mr. Riverra. This motion was unanimous and becomes,
RESOLUTION No. 18-89.
3. Application of Richard Finn, for a variance.
Board members studied the map and discussed other possibilities,
which seemed more adaptable, Chairman Plew asked if anyone would
like to make a motion at this time.
THEREFORE Motion was made by Taylor and seconded by O'Rourke,
that the applicant consider other options to re -arrange their lot
line, remove barn to save driveway and re -submit an application,
hbwever,this present application is denied.
There were three in favor of this motion, Two abstained.
This is RESOLUTION No. 19-89.
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Page 2, ZBA Minutes.
4. Application of Richard Tanner, application for a variance.
Mr. Tanner wished to build his garage closer to property line than
is allowed.
The Board members having reviewed the map and being familiar with
the area felt this application for a variance would not create a
problem at this site.
THEREFORE, Motion was made by Finn, seconded by Bilodeau'that this
application for a variance be approved. This was unanimous and becomes,
RESOLUTION No'. 20-89.
i. Application of Gary Lyon,(63 Delaware) for a variance.
The Zoning Board reviewed the map and picture of sign as shown on building
Since the sign has been there for some time and it appears,"not" object-
ional to the neighborhood,
Motion was made by Plew, seconded by Finn, that this application be
approved, This was unanimous and becomes, RESOLUTION No. 21-89.
M rookins, Secretary, ZBA.
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MiiutOss of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Thursday, July 20, 1989.
The Zoning Board of Appeals met at the Town Hall, 15 Terrace Road,
Town of Cortlandville, for two public hearings scheduled for 7:30
p.m. in the matter of application of Dr. Carlton Potter for a
variance at his Highland Park Development and an application from
Mr. & Mrs. Jay Davis for a variance in the Commercial District for
a manufactured Home. ( Lorings Crossing area).
Members of the Board present were;
Chairman David Plew,
Thomas Bilodeau
John Finn
Joann O'Rourke
Oscar Taylor
Also, Code Enforcement Officer. Bruce A. Weber.
Dr. Carlton Potter.
All members of the Board were familiar with the Highland Park
Development which was approved under the former Zoning Ordinance,
therefore since no one.appeared to object to this application , the
Motion was made by Finn, seconded by O'Rourke, this application for
a variance was approved, This was unanimous and becomes,
RESOLUTION No. 22-89.
After waiting for some time for Mr. & Mrs. Jay Davis to appear, for
the next public hearing scheduled,Motion was made by Chairman Plew
that the Board table this hearing until August 22, 1989 at 7:30 p.m:
This was unanimously approved by the Board, as RESOLUTION No. 23-89.
M. Brookins, Secretary
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August 22, 1989, Minutes of the Appeals Board decisions.
Members present, Chairman David Plew, John Finn, Joann O'Rourke
and Oscar Taylor, Thomas Bilodeau, absent.
Also present: Douglas Anthonson, Mark Barden,Charles Gaynor,
Darrell Carter, ;Mr.. & Mrs. Jay Davis, Mr. & Mrs Dexter Paddock
and others. Also present Code Enforcement Officer, Bruce A. Weber.
Meeting in executive session and following review and discussions,
the following Resolutions were passed.
Public Hearing NO. 1, D. Anthonson,
Motion was made by Taylor, seconded by O'Rourke that this.application
for a variance to allow a new st.or.age.building, be.approved, this was
unanimous and becomes RESOLUTION NO. 24-89.
Public Hearing No. 2, Attica Development Co. (Mark Barden)
Chairman Plew made the motion approving this application for a
variance. This mot.ion was.secon.ded by Finn and was unanimous ,this
becomes.RESOLUTION NO. 25-89.
Public Hearing No. 3,Charl.es Gaynor,.
ChairmanPle.w ma'de.a motion approvin.g.this application for a use
variance, but if he .:_,:s.ell.:� this..b.usine.ss, the variance will become-
void,
ecome-void, this moti.on-was...seconde.d..,by.O'Rourke and was unanimous and
becomes RESOLUTION NO. 26-89.
Public Hearing No. 4, Darrell Carter,
O'Rourke made the -'motion that.this..app.lication regardi.ng signs at
his groton Ave Plaza, Site , as shown and described by Mr. Carter
be approved, this was seconded by Chairman Plew and was Unanimous,
becoming RESOLUTION NO. 27-89.
Public Hearing No. 5, Mr. & Mrs. Jay --Davis,
Motion was made by Chairman Plew that this.application for a
variance be approve.d, subject.to Health Department approval and
site plan approval from the Town Planning Board .with further stip-
ulation that this be granted for the use of theparents, only.
that should they move, this variance would be void.
This was seconded by Finn and was unanimous., as RESOLUTION NO. 28-89.
Reported by M. Brookins, Secretary
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September 21, 1989, Minutes of the Appeals Board
Members present, David Plew, Chairman
Thomas Bilodeau
John Finn.
Oscar Taylor, Joann O'Rourke, not present
The Zoning Board reviewed three applications for variances
as follows: Public Hea.ring.No. 1 Lowell Craft, Blodgett Mills
Leslie Shepard, N. Homer Ave(2)No. 3, Gordon Watrous. Solon Road
The County Planning Board, recommended denial of the Craft,
application, Due to the fact that Mr. Craft dial not appear
at this public hearing, and.the Board wished t_o question and
discuss this application with.him ,
Chairman Plew made the motion.that this application be tabled
until the next.scheduled meeting (of..which he will be .informed)
This motion was seconded by Finn, and was unanimous..
If Mr. Craft does not attend the meeting, the Board will proceed
with their decision, without him.
Attorney Emerson Avery, Sr. will be advised as to the meeting date.
Public Hearing No. 2, Leslie -Shepard,
The County Planning Board recommends denial of this application.
Attorney, Grant VanSant gave a descriptive analysis of the present
situation regarding this application for a variance and after con-
siderable discussion and review were in agreement,
THEREFORE, Mot -ion was made by Finn, seconded by.Bilode.au that this
application for a rear yard setback of parcel B be changed to,
No Less than 3 ft. This was unanimous and becomes RESOLUTION
Public --Hearing No. 3 Gordon Watrous Jr. ,
The applicant, Gordon Watrous was not present, since the Board
wished to question Mr. Watrous, Chairman Plew made the motion
that this application be tabled until the next scheduled meeting,
this motion, seconded -.by Finn.and was unanimo.us, if Mr. Watrous
does not appear at the meeting.(of which he will be.informed)
the Board will proceed with their decision, without him.
Reported by, M. Brookins, Secretary
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Page 3, Matt Pace, Pub. Hearing, 10/24/89, 7:30 P.M.
Chairman Plew: You have all heard the reading of.the
legal notice,. as it appeared in the
Cortland Standard.
Is there anyone present, who wishes to
speak -for or against this application
for a garage at 1284 Fisher Avenue.
No one°appeared to object to this appli-
cation, and.if there are no questions or
comments from the Board,.I am going to
close this public hearing and..will proceed
with an executive session at this time.
Chairman Plew: The members.of the Board have reviewed
the application and the site where the garagE
would be built.
The Board has noted.the recommendation of
the County Planning Board, Resolution ,
No.89-105, approving this application..,,,
The Board members are in agreement there
would be minimal, if an.y,eff.ect-on the --
neighboring properties,
THEREFOR, Motion was made by B-ilodeau,
seconded by O'Rourke,.that this appli.ca-
tion for a variance, be approved.
This was unanimous,, and becomes-,
RESOLUTION NO. 30-89.
Reported by M. Brookins, Secretary
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Page 3, 10/24/89, Empire Vision, Rt. 13 & 281, (Architect, S. Cluggish)
ChairmanPlew:
You have all heard the reading of the legal
noti.ce,.as it appeared in the -Cortland Stan-
dard.
Is there anyone present who wishes to speak
for or against this application for a variance.,
to allow a sign closer, to a property line than
Js allowed.
Steven Cluggish,
I would like to explain where'we would like a
sign, I have some photos for you to see of this
area.
Mr. Clugghish is aware that the maple trees belong
to DOT.
He was hopeful that he could have a sign up to the
line ;
Mrs. Alice Griswold:
I am a resident right next to y.ou-on.Rt. 13, I
am concerned, I would not like to see those maple
trees, removed.
Mr. Cluggish:
As far as I know, there are no plans for their
removal.
Chmn. Plew:
If we were to let you have this variance right
to..the line, we would be setting.a precedent ,
which might not be - acceptable, therefore, I am
going to grant you 72 feet from line,. with .the
stipulation that the maple trees are not to be
removed,this is just my sug.gestion,.which will
be discussed in executive session.
Chmn. Plew:
The members of the Board have listened to the
comments and questions from Mr. Cluggish and
Mrs. Gr.iswo.ld, if there is nothing further,
I am going to close this public hearing and we
will proceed with an•executive meeting.
Page 4, 10/24/89, Empire Vision, Rt. 13&281,
Executive Session:
Chairman Plew:
You are all aware that Sectionl5.2 of the Town Zoning Law
requires that no sign in any district shall be locat.ed
nearer than 15 feet to a street or lot line.
You have heard the .comments and questions f.r.om Mr. Clugg.ish and
Mrs. Griswold(resident), You -also heard my suggestion.
Therefore, I would like to make a..mo.tion that we grant this
variance at 72 feet from the property line and with the stip
ulation that the Maple trees are not.removed..
Mr. Taylor seconded this motion,This was unanimous and becomes,
RESOLUTION NO. 31-89.
M. Brookins, Secretary
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Page 3, P.H. No. 3, Gordon H. Watrous Jr., Solon Road, McGraw,
Chairman Plew:. You have all heard the reading of the
legal notice as .it appeared in the
Cortland Standard.
Is there anyone present who wishes to
speak for or against this application
for a variance, ( Article 3, Section 6
of the Zoning Ordinance.)
No one appeared, nor is Mr. Watrous
present at this time.
Since the Board has some questions they
would like to ask the applicant., I am
going to entertain a motion that this
applicati.on be tabled until the next
scheduled meeting.of the Zoning Board of
Appeals and I am.going to close this
public hearing., and proceed with. an --
executive session.
Chairman Plew: Is the.Board in agreement that we table
this application until the.next scheduled
meeting (and Mr. Watrous will be notified
of such date).
Motion was made by Bilodeau, seconded by
Taylor that this application of Mr. Watrous
for a variance be tabled until the..next --
ZBA meeting and that Mr. Watrous be in-
formed of this date.
This was unanimous, this P.H. continued at
next ZBA meeting.
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Page l�" Gordon Watrous Jr.Solon Road, (9/21/)'& 10/24/89.
Chairman Plew; You all are aware this application was tabled
from the 9/21st date until 10/24/89.
You heard the reading of the legal notice,
Is there anyone present who wishes to speak
for or against this application.
No one appeared to object to this application.
If there are no questions or comments from
the Board and having reviewed.the.application,
we will close this public hearing and proceed
with an executive session for a decision.
Chairman Plew: The Board seem to be in agreement in regard
to this application for a.variance to install
a deck on the front of the house, located on
McGraw -Solon Road, RD 1.
M. Brookins, Secretary
Therefore,.Motion was made by Plew, seconded
by Bilodeau,,that this variance be gr.anted.
This was unanimous -and becomes RESOLUTION,
NO.32-89.
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Page 3, P.H.No. 1, Lowell Craft, Blodgett Mills
Chairman Plew, You have all heard the reading of the
legal notice as it appeared in the Cort-
land Standard
Is -there anyone present who wishes to
speak for or against this application,
if so, please rise and state ,your name.
Is the applicant present,Mr.. Craft ?
Mr. Craft is not present.
The Board members hay.e'reviewed the report
from the County Planning Board which
recommends denial'of this variance.
Attorney Emerson.Avery, Sr.. was present
representing , Blodgett -Mills, residents,
Chairman Plew.stat.ed that it has been.the
policy of the Board,.that when an applicant
is not -present, the Board would table this
application until the next scheduled meeting
trusting the applicant can be present,
Therefore, he will close this public hearing
and proceed with an executive session.
Chairman Plew, I am going to entertain a motion that this
application be tabled .until the next sched-
uled meeting., and should the applicant not
be present at this time,, the.Board will pro-
ceed without him, with their decision.
Mr. Bilodeau stated he would .accept that
motion and Mr. Taylor seconded the motion,
Attorney Avery will -be advised.of.the date.
This was unanimously approved.
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Page 4, Lowell Craft, (house in Blodgett Mills)
DeRyter, N.Y. (9/21 & 10/24/89)
Chmn. Plew: You have all heard the reading of the legal
notice, and this was tabled from 9/21/89.
Emerson Avery, Sr.
Attorney for F. Truman
and other residents of
the area.
Chmn. Plew:
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Mr. Craft is now present,
Application is seeking use and bulk variancs
site plan approval, and special permit.
this property is non conforming,,
has been converted to 4 family unit.
Does anyone wish to speak ?
The residents are concerned about their water
wel.l.s and septic systems. They..strongly are
against this 4 family dwelling_.
Mr. Craft was not aware of these required permit
when he purchased the House from Mr. Grossi.
If there are no further comments,. I am going to
close this pub. hearing and proceed with an
executive meeting.
Chmn. Plew: Members of the Appeals Board feel .they must agree with
the recommendation of the County Planning.Boatd.for denial.
THEREFORE, Motion was made by O'Rourke, seconded by Finn,that this
application, Use & Bulk Variance,Site Plan Approval, and.Sp.eci:al.-Permit
be denied. This was unanimous and becomes RESOLUTION NO 33-89..
M. Brookins, Secretary
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Decisions of -the Appeals Board, October 24, 1989.
Matt Pace, 1284 Fisher Ave. Variance for garage, Approved.
Empire Vision, Rt. 13 & 281, Variance for sign Approved.
Gordon Watrous, Jr. McGraw Solon Road,
Variance, porch deck,':;;;-.` Approved.
Lowell Craft, Blodgett Mills property,
seeking, Use and bulk variance, Site Plan
and special permit, Denied.
Reported by M. Brookins, Secretary
Minutes, Executive Meetings, Pub. Hearings, .November 21,1989
Members present were,. David Plew, Chairman
T. Bilode'au J. Finn
Oscar Taylor
Also present, CEO. Bruce Weber, T. Attorney, P. Rumsey
Ted. White (Norstar Bk.) G. Reardon
Chmn. Plew: I would like to bring to your attention the
recommendation hof the County Planning Board.
Their Resolution No. 89-114, Nov. 16 ,1989.
Re: signs, Norstar Bank:
The Board recommends approval of -the two 20'X2'
wall mounted signs as well as the free standing
sign all of which are.allowed by ordinance. The
Board recommends deni.al of any additional signage
as well as illumination of the requested signs.
The illumination of the free standing sign is ,
however allowed;by the ordinance. As for the two
directional signs for entrance and exit,they will
not be counteditoward the allowed signage, provided
they do not bear the banks "logo".
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After review and discussions, are you ready to make
a motion regarding this application,,,
THEREFORE, Motion was made by Finn, seconded by .,,,,
Bilodeau, that Ithe Norstar Bank be permitted Two .( 2-)
South side signs_, 20X21, which -can be illuminated
The east sign and the north sign are not to be illum-
inated,.
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This motion was! unanimous and becomes RESOLUTION NO.
This is Public Hearing 1, Norstar Bank .
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It has been our policy when there is no one present either,
the applicant or representative, we table this public hearing
until the next scheduled ZBA Meeting
This would have been Public!Hearing No 2, Pizza.Hut.
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Pge 2, Minutes ZBA,'Nov. 21, 1989
Regarding temporary Posters for window display.
Gary Reardon was present representing Video Circus, West Road Plaza
He would -like an interpretation of laws to determine if he is permitted
to place these temporary posters in his windows or does he have to submit
an application for a variance.
Following discussion and considering that Mr. Reardon would not have
more than 8 posters displayed in the windows, one window is 42" X 92"
and one window is 36." X3611, all posters will not exceed 33X4811, in size.
Chairman Plew, In regard to the Ordinance, Pge 74, Art.15, I do not
regard these temporary posters as signs.
Therefore, if there is -no violation, there is no need for a,variance,
I am going to make a motion permitting the use of the -temporary posters
for window display,
Mr. Bilodeau, I will second that motion,
3 Ayes,
1 Nay
1 absent
This becomes RESOLUTION NO. 3$ 89.
There being no further business, this meeting was closed.
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M. Brookins, Secretary
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - 1989 MEETINGS
DATE
PLEW
FINN
TAYLOR
BILODEAU
O'ROURKE
01/25/89
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P_
P
P
P
03/02/89
P
P
P
P
P
04/04/89
P
P
P
P
A
05/04/89
P
A
P
P
P
05/23/89
P
P
P
P
A
06/28/89
P
P
P
P
P
07/20/89
P
P
P
P
P
08/22/89
P
P
P
A
P
09/21/89
P
P
P
P
A
10/24/89
P
P
P
P
P
11/21/89
P
P
P
P
A
PUBLIC HEARINGS - 1989
DATE
PLEW
FINN
TAYLOR
BILODEAU
O'R0URKE
01/25/89
P
P
P
P
P
03/02/89
P
P
P
P
P
04/04/89
P
P
P
P
A
05/04/89
P
A
P
P
P
05/23/89
P
P
P
P
A
06/28/89
P
P
P
P
P
07/20/89
P
P
P
P
P
08/22/89
P
P
P
A
P
09/21/89
P
P
P
P
A
10/24/89
P
P
P
P
P
11/21/89
P
P
P
P
A