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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-05-12-LZ 1 TOWN OF ULYSSES LAKEFRONT ZONING COMMITTEE MINUTES 05/12/10 NOTE : The audio version of this meeting is on tape available for review at Ulysses Town Hall, 10 Elm Street, Trumansburg, NY. Present : Chairperson- Don Smith, Board Members : Krys Cail, David Kerness, Terry Cool, George Tselekis, John Wertis, Code Enforcement Officer Alex Rachun Excused : Rod Hawkes Mr. Smith called the meeting to order at 7 : 08 pm. 1 . Old Business from last meeting : Review/Approval of minutes- Mr. Tselekis MADE .the MOTION, Mr. Wertis SECONDED the MOTION to approve the MINUTES of 04/28/ 10 as presented. The vote was unanimous, Minutes Approved. Loose ends : Mr. Smith asked if other members had loose ends from the last meeting. He stated he wanted to offer apologies to Mr. Wertis and Mr. Rachun as it was brought to his attention the names were misspelled in the emails he had been sending. He also apologized for sending the last set of minutes 3 times. He experienced foreign text being added to the document even after he cleared it off Mr. Smith proposed the meeting start where Mr. Cool had left off before he went out of town. The members agreed this would be a good idea. Mr. Cool presented the revisions he had made to section 1 .4, Design Standards of the Lakefront Zone. He distributed edited copies that showed the tracked changes . He asked the members to review the section. He noted changes he had made to better clarify the regulation, he abbreviated Ordinary High Water Level to OHWL, he removed redundant wording in one paragraph, and he removed references to the Town of Ithaca. He revised wording that in the aggregate should not exceed sq. feet. He noted that they had regulated boat hoist ' s thus thought this was not necessary Ms. Cail asked if the regulation restricts the number of boat hoist to one. It was noted the regulation does not however the square footage is restricted. A discussion of the number of boat hoist ' s property owner' s have. The number of mooring ' s was noted that is restricted. They noted the could add the restriction added. The members discussed editing to be done on the Design Standards . Mr. Rachun stated this section should be drafted by the members . There are parts that could be pulled from the zoning however they should be compiled for the lakefront area. There is information that could be pulled from the conservation zone. Mr. Wertis suggested the Board review the portion Mr. Cool had already drafted. The design standard will be a lengthy portion to draft . This committee should be making notes of standards to include for this portion. Mr. Wertis MADE the MOTION, Mr. Kerness SECONDED the MOTION to accept Section 1 . 4 as drafted by Terry Cool up to Accessory Buildings . The vote was unanimous . MOTION APPROVED . Mr. Kerness MADE the MOTION, Ms . Cail SECONDED the MOTION that they include the language set forth for moorings placement for docks . The vote was unanimous . MOTION APPROVED . The members discussed allowing boat ramps, moorings, hoists, docks . The allowance would be per 100 feet. The members really do not want concrete ramps however these would be regulated by DEC . Mr. Cool agreed to contact the DEC for this definition. A limit of shoreline 2 consistent with what is happening on Keuka Lake . Mr. Smith could not locate information in the Ithaca zoning but would clarify. The definition of pier, wharf, seawall was provided by Mr. Kerness. It was determined the Board would prefer 1 dock, 1 boat lift per dock, and 1 ramp . The ramp would be allowed if it was constructed of impervious material . The dimensions on ramps would need to be provided. Mr. Kerness requested HIS MOTION be tabled until revisions, further research could be provided. The members agreed this should be tabled. Mr. Smith stated he would have ready for the next meeting a draft regarding noise. During a conversation between Mr. Kerness and Ms . Geldenhuys it was noted this would be the most effective way to control rentals . Ms . Geldenhuys stated the lakefront is very difficult. The sound travels on water, the houses are close to each other, often there are common driveways . The lake attracts rentals due to the same reason we are here, often this creates noise, boats, extra people visiting. There are several rentals online that specify large groups welcome . How to restrict fraternities, sororities, reunions, often people will rent and invite friends . The noise is part of our zoning, however the sheriff' s department will not enforce . If noise is a town law and considered disturbing the peace it would be an enforceable law by the law enforcement personnel . It was suggested Ms . Geldenhuys should draft the language for the noise restriction. It was noted that the zoning states intermittent for 3 hours and specifies different time frames for 11 : 00 pm to 7 : 00 pm . Another area to consider was the occupancy as a restrictive tool . The Board could regulate no more than 2 dwellers per bedroom similar to Bed & Breakfast regulations . Similarly, limit the amount of time the dwelling could be rented out. Member discussed how to proceed. IV[r. Smith will develop draft for zoning. Mr. Kerness will speak with Ms Geldenhuys regarding the Local Law draft/process to report at the next meeting. Ms. Cail reviewed the maps the Board had received from Tompkins County Planning, she identified the areas she would be reviewing to gather data. She hoped to have her information available to the other members 3 to 4 days before the next meeting. She appreciated giving the members time to review the material . A discussion of the Martin Act, Dryden had this difficulty. Subdivision created, development not fully created, the Town had to presume responsibility for road, plowing, etc . It was noted this should be considered when developing zoning for this area. Mr. Smith asked if the members had other business . Ms . Cail stated she would like to have Private swim beach added to the Special Permit section. A discussion concluded with the members tabling any decision until the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 9 : 12 pm. Respectfully submitted, Robin Carlisle Peck Secretary