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Planning & Development Board
Minutes
July 24, 2012
Board Members Attending: Govind Acharya, Chair; Garrick Blalock; McKenzie Jones-
Rounds; Jane Marcham; Tessa Rudan; John Schroeder;
Meghan Thoreau
Board Members Absent: None
Staff Attending: JoAnn Cornish, Director, Department of Planning &
Development;
Lisa Nicholas, Senior Planner, Department of Planning &
Development;
Charles Pyott, Office Assistant, Department of Planning &
Development
Applicants Attending: City of Ithaca Cherry Street Subdivision
Tom West, City Civil Engineer
S. Quarry St., E. State St., & Valentine Pl. Subdivision
John Novarr, Valentine Vision Associates, LLC;
Tom Nix, Consultant
Holiday Inn Expansion
David Hart, Hart Hotels, Inc.
Cayuga Place Residences (Cayuga Green II)
Steven Bloomfield, Bloomfield/Schon+Partners
Aurora Street Pocket Neighborhood
Sue Cosentini, New Earth Living, LLC
Cascadilla Landing (Johnson Boatyard Site)
John Snyder, Architect;
Scott Whitham, Landscape Architect;
Andy Lavigne, Project Stakeholder;
Jeff Cleveland, Owner, Johnson Boatyard
Rooftop Wireless Telephone Communications Facilities
Tim Richmond, AT&T Mobility, Inc.
Chair Acharya called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
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1. Agenda Review
Chair Acharya indicated he received a request to move agenda item 4.C. to the front of the
agenda. No objections were raised.
2. Privilege of the Floor
No public comments were made.
4. Site Plan Review
C. Modified Site Plan Review, Aurora Street Pocket Neighborhood (formerly Aurora
St. Dwelling Circle), 519-523 North Aurora Street, by applicant New Earth Living,
LLC, owner, Susan Cosentini. Public Hearing & Consideration of Modified Site Plan
Approval. The applicant is requesting modifications to the approved site plan. The
applicant is proposing to reduce the number of dwelling units from 5 to 4 and the number of
parking spaces to 4. The new units will each be one-family detached units, which will be
approximately 4 feet shorter in height than originally approved. The applicant has also
proposed a new layout for the landscape plan. Planning staff have determined the proposed
modifications are consistent with the environmental review done for this project, and no
additional environmental review is warranted. The property is in the R-2b Zoning District
and has received an area variance for rear-yard setback.
Owner Sue Cosentini recapitulated the salient details of the proposed project modifications.
Schroeder observed that the current draft of the resolution presented to the Board is not the
same as the one presented at the October 2011 meeting. He then submitted a modified draft
of that same original resolution, containing both the missing language from the previous draft
and his own proposed modifications.
Jones-Rounds recused herself from consideration of the project, noting that she is an
interested buyer of one of the units.
Public Hearing:
On a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Thoreau, and unanimously approved, Chair Acharya
opened the Public Hearing.
Michael Culotta, 701 N. Tioga Street, spoke in support of the project, noting that it is a
highly creative urban solution for creating a sustainable and walkable neighborhood.
There being no further public comments, on a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Marcham,
and unanimously approved, the Public Hearing was closed.
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Adopted Modified Site Plan Approval Resolution
On a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Thoreau:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for Aurora Street Pocket Neighborhood (formerly Aurora Street
Dwelling Circle) at 519-523 North Aurora Street, by applicant New Earth Living, LLC, for owner,
Susan Cosentini, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes modifications to the site plan approved on July 28, 2009. The
applicant is proposing to reduce the number of dwelling units from 5 to 4 and the number of
parking spaces to 4. The new units will each be one-family detached units, which will be
approximately 4 feet shorter in height than originally approved. The applicant has also proposed a
new conceptual layout for the landscape plan. The property is in the R-2b Zoning District and has
received an area variance for rear-yard setback, and
WHEREAS: this is an Unlisted Action under both the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality
Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act, for which environmental
review was completed on April 28, 2009. Planning staff have determined the proposed
modifications are consistent with the City’s finding of April 28, 2009 and that no additional
environmental review is warranted, and
WHEREAS: legal notice was published and property posted in accordance with Chapters 276-6 (B)
(4) and 176-12 (A) (2) (c) of the City of Ithaca Code, and
WHEREAS: the Planning and Development Board held the required public hearings on April 28,
2009 and July 24, 2012, and
WHEREAS: the Board did on October 25, 2011 review and accept as adequate: modified plans
entitled “Site Layout Plan (L1.0)” and “Conceptual Planting Plan (L3.0),” both dated 10/4/11, and
“Conceptual Planting Plan (L3.0),” dated 10/23/11, all prepared by Jason K. Demarest, Architect;
and other application materials, and
WHEREAS: the applicant has defined the building footprints for the proposed 3 new structures, but
has final layout plans and elevations only for the building labeled #523 on the above-referenced
plans; therefore, the applicant is required to return to the Board for approval of the final proposed
layout plans, building elevations, and details for the buildings labeled #525 & #521 on the above-
referenced plans, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board does hereby grant Modified
Site Plan Approval for the proposed Aurora Street Pocket Neighborhood (formerly Aurora Street
Dwelling Circle), located at 519-523 North Aurora Street in the City of Ithaca, subject to the
“RESOLVED” clause below and to the following conditions:
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i. Submission of a revised drawing that provides physically-defined (as with curbstops or rows of
vegetation) west edges to the four parking spaces, and that eliminates the note reading
“unpaved reserve parking space for 525,” more clearly defines parking spaces, and
ii. Submission of details regarding bike storage, and be it further
RESOLVED: that this approval applies only to the general site layout, the building footprints, and
the final elevations and plans for building #523. The applicant is required to seek Planning Board
approval for the plans, elevations, and details for buildings #521 & #525, and for the final overall
site landscape plan, at such time as they are finalized.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Abstained: Jones-Rounds
Absent: None
3. Subdivision Review
A. Minor Subdivision, City of Ithaca Tax Parcel # 100-2-1.2, Cherry Street, City of
Ithaca, Applicant & Owner. Public Hearing and Consideration of Preliminary & Final
Subdivision Approval. The applicant proposes subdividing existing 8.25-acre lot into two
parcels. Parcel A, fronting Cherry Street and measuring 6.00 acres, would be transferred to
the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency (IURA). The applicant proposes permanent easements for
utilities and the alignment of a future waterfront trail, and a proposed 25’ wetland buffer.
Parcel B, measuring 2.25 acres and containing several wetlands, will be retained by the City.
The lot is in the I-1 Zoning District, which requires a minimum lot size of 5,000 SF and
minimum street frontage of 50 feet. Due to the presence of wetlands on the site which
prohibit future development, the proposed Parcel B will be deemed uninhabitable and will
therefore not require street frontage. The Board of Public Works has determined the existing
parcel has no further Public Works use. This is an Unlisted Action under both the City
Environmental Quality Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act
for which Common Council, as Lead Agency, has made a negative determination of
environmental significance for the sale/transfer of the land and the subdivision.
City Engineer Tom West recapitulated the salient details of the proposed subdivision.
Schroeder noted he understands the application was slightly revised, since the Planning
Board first reviewed it in April 2012. West replied, yes, City staff met with the NAC to hear
its concerns regarding the subdivision lines. Staff was subsequently able to identify some
physical features that could be preserved in order to address some of those concerns.
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Public Hearing:
On a motion by Thoreau, seconded by Jones-Rounds, and unanimously approved, Chair
Acharya opened the Public Hearing.
Brian Eden, Village of Cayuga Heights, and member of the Tompkins County
Environmental Management Council, spoke in opposition to the subdivision. He remarked
he is not sure why the environmental review process was segmented in the way it was,
between Common Council and the Planning Board. In addition, the Full Environmental
Assessment Form (FEAF) associated with the subdivision is incomplete, since it only
addresses the existing conditions of the property, and not potential future impacts. He urged
the Board to defer action on the subdivision until further information can be obtained.
Michael Culotta, 701 N. Tioga Street, and Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) Chair,
spoke in opposition to the subdivision, noting that the site represents a great opportunity to
expand and enrich the city’s natural and recreational resources. He added that the industrial
park to the north of the site is currently underutilized, so he sees little justification for
developing the parcel in question. He urged the Board to defer action on the subdivision,
until further information could be obtained.
There being no further public comments, on a motion by Marcham, seconded by Jones-
Rounds, and unanimously approved, the Public Hearing was closed.
Cornish stressed that the environmental review pertains only to the act of subdivision, for the
property. Once a specific development project has been identified for the property, another
complete environmental review would be performed addressing the specific issues associated
with that project.
Jones-Rounds asked if the applicant envisions an industrial or residential use on the site.
West replied the site is zoned industrial, for which there is existing utility infrastructure
connecting to the site. An exclusively residential use would not be permitted.
Jones-Rounds suggested delaying further action on the subdivision, until more information
could be obtained.
Cornish reiterated the property has always been planned for industrial development and the
necessary investments were made to support this use, for which the City would ultimately
like to see some return on its investment.
Schroeder indicated he believes environmental concerns have been satisfactorily addressed,
with the inclusion of the greenspace buffer along the existing trail.
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Acharya remarked he supports the subdivision, as proposed.
Adopted Preliminary & Final Approval Resolution
On a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Acharya:
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board has one pending application for a
minor subdivision involving City of Ithaca Tax Parcel #100-2-1.2 by the City of Ithaca, applicant
and owner, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes subdividing the existing 8.25-acre lot into two parcels. Parcel
A, fronting Cherry Street and measuring 6.00 acres, would be transferred to the Ithaca Urban
Renewal Agency (IURA). The applicant proposes permanent easements for utilities and the
alignment of a future waterfront trail, and a proposed 25’ wetland buffer. Parcel B, measuring 2.25
acres and containing several wetlands, will be retained by the City. The lot is in the I-1 Zoning
District, which requires a minimum lot size of 5,000 SF and minimum street frontage of 50 feet,
and
WHEREAS: the minor subdivision is an Unlisted Action under both the City Environmental
Quality Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the sale/transfer of
the parcels over 2.5 acres is a Type I Action under the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality
Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act. Both require environmental
review, and
WHEREAS: the Planning and Development Board did consent that Common Council act as Lead
Agency in the environmental review for the sale/transfer of the land and the subdivision, and
WHEREAS: on June 6, 2012, Common Council determined the proposed subdivision for the
above-referenced action will result in no significant impact on the environment and that a Negative
Declaration for purposes of Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law be filed in
accordance with the requirements contained in Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review
Act, and
WHEREAS: the parcel to be subdivided has been properly posted and neighbors within 200 feet of
the subject property have been notified in writing of the proposed subdivision in accordance with
Chapter 290, §290-9.C. (2) of the City Code, and
WHEREAS: a legal advertisement was placed in The Ithaca Journal on July 20, 2012, and a public
hearing for this subdivision was held on July 24, 2012, and
WHEREAS: both the presence of 0.8 acres of wetlands and the City’s intention to retain Parcel B
as open space render the proposed Parcel B inappropriate for residential use and, therefore,
uninhabitable in accordance with §290-26, and
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WHEREAS: the Planning and Development Board recognizes that information received and
reviewed for this subdivision indicates the resultant parcels are in conformance with the City of
Ithaca Zoning Ordinance for properties located in the I-1 Zoning District, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board does hereby grant
preliminary and final subdivision approval to City of Ithaca Tax Parcel #100-2-1.2, subject to
submission of one full-sized mylar and three full-sized paper copies of a signed and sealed survey,
done by a professional surveyor, showing an increase in the south utility easement on Parcel A from
15’ to 20’, and a revision to the placement of the easement line at southwest corner of Parcel A.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
B. Major Subdivision, 3 Lots, City of Ithaca Tax Parcel # 83.-2-15.1, S. Quarry
Street, E. State Street, & Valentine Place, Valentine Vision Associates, Applicant &
Owner. Public Hearing, Determination of Environmental Significance, and
Consideration of Preliminary & Final Subdivision Approval. The applicant is proposing
to subdivide the existing 16.3-acre (709,774 SF) parcel into three lots. Lot 1 measures 4.18
acres (181,940 SF) with 1,120 linear feet of street frontage on East State and Quarry Streets,
and contains the buildings referred to as Quarry Arms, the Boilerworks, Casa Roma, as well
as buildings 1, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, and 2.4 of the Collegetown Terrace Apartments project. Lot 2
measures 0.95 acres (41,335 SF) with 406 linear feet of frontage on East State Street, and
contains buildings 4.1, 4.2, and 4.3 of the Collegetown Terrace Apartments project. Lot 3
measures 11.17 acres (486,499 SF) with 662 linear feet of frontage on East State Street and
contains the existing 901 East State Street building, and planned buildings 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4,
5, 6, and 7 of the Collegetown Terrace Apartments project. The project is in the R-3a and P-
1 Zoning Districts and a portion of the site is in the East Hill Historic District. The R-3a
Zoning District has a minimum lot size for multiple dwellings of 7,000 SF for the first 3
units, plus 700 SF for each additional unit, plus 500 SF for each room, a minimum street
frontage of 50 feet, and minimum front, side, and rear yards of 10 feet, 10 feet, and 5 feet,
respectively. This is a Type 1 Action under both the City Environmental Quality Review
Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and requires environmental
review.
Consultant Tom Nix recapitulated the salient details of the proposed subdivision.
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Public Hearing:
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Marcham, and unanimously approved, Chair
Acharya opened the Public Hearing. There being no public comments, on a motion by
Marcham, seconded by Rudan, and unanimously approved, the Public Hearing was closed.
Adopted CEQR Resolution
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Acharya:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for a major subdivision of City of Ithaca Tax Parcel # 83.-2-15.1,
in the City of Ithaca, by Valentine Vision Assoc., LLP, applicant and owner, and
WHEREAS: the applicant is proposing to subdivide the existing 16.3-acre (709,774 SF) parcel into
three lots. Lot 1 measures 4.18 acres (181,940 SF) with 1,120 linear feet of street frontage on East
State and Quarry Streets, and contains the buildings referred to as Quarry Arms, the Boilerworks,
Casa Roma, as well as buildings 1, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, and 2.4 (depicted on the plat as 109, 715, 711, 707,
and 703, respectively) of the Collegetown Terrace Apartments project. Lot 2 measures 0.95 acres
(41,335 SF) with 406 linear feet of frontage on East State Street, and contains buildings 4.1, 4.2,
and 4.3 (depicted on the plat as 905, 915, 911, and 905, respectively) of the Collegetown Terrace
Apartments project. Lot 3 measures 11.17 acres (486,499 SF) with 662 linear feet of frontage on
East State Street and contains the existing 901 East State Street building, and planned buildings 3,
5, 6, and 7 of the Collegetown Terrace Apartments project. The project is in the R-3a and P-1
Zoning Districts and a portion of the site is in the East Hill Historic District. The R-3a Zoning
District has a minimum lot size for multiple dwellings of 7,000 SF for the first 3 units, plus 700 SF
for each additional unit, plus 500 SF for each room, a minimum street frontage of 50 feet, and
minimum front, side, and rear yards of 10 feet, 10 feet, and 5 feet, respectively, and
WHEREAS: this is a Type 1 Action under both the City Environmental Quality Review Ordinance
and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and requires environmental review, and
WHEREAS: this is considered a major subdivision in accordance with the City of Ithaca Code,
Chapter 290, Article 1, §290-1, Major Subdivision – Any subdivision of land resulting in creation
of two or more additional buildable lots, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council and the Tompkins County Planning
Department have been given the opportunity to comment on the proposed project and no comments
have been received to date on the aforementioned, and
WHEREAS: this Board, acting as Lead Agency in environmental review, has on July 24, 2012
reviewed and accepted as adequate a Full Environmental Assessment Form (FEAF), Part 1,
submitted by the applicant, and Part 2, prepared by Planning Staff, and a preliminary plat entitled
“Subdivision Plat Showing Lands of Valentine Vision Associates, LLC,” prepared by T.G. Miller
and dated 5/20/12, and other application materials, and
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WHEREAS: the Planning and Development Board recognizes that information received and
reviewed for this subdivision indicates that the resultant parcels are in conformance with the City of
Ithaca Zoning Ordinance for properties located in the R-3a and P-1 Zoning Districts, now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board determines the proposed
subdivision will result in no significant impact on the environment and that a Negative Declaration
for purposes of Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law be filed in accordance with the
provisions of Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review Act.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
Schroeder indicated he believed the preliminary and final approval processes were intended
to be two entirely separate processes, according to the Site Plan Review Ordinance. Nicholas
responded she had actually looked into that issue. The underlying reason for the distinction
between the two in the ordinance is simply to provide applicants with the opportunity to
provide both a preliminary plat and a final plat. Since this applicant had already done both, it
was unnecessary to have the two processes take place separately.
Adopted Preliminary & Final Approval Resolution
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Schroeder:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for a major subdivision of City of Ithaca Tax Parcel #83.-2-15.1,
in the City of Ithaca, by Valentine Vision Assoc., LLP, applicant and owner, and
WHEREAS: the applicant is proposing to subdivide the existing 16.3-acre (709,774 SF) parcel into
three lots. Lot 1 measures 4.18 acres (181,940 SF) with 1,120 linear feet of street frontage on East
State and Quarry Streets, and contains the buildings referred to as Quarry Arms, the Boilerworks,
Casa Roma, as well as buildings 1, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, and 2.4 (depicted on the plat as 109, 715, 716, 707,
and 703, respectively) of the Collegetown Terrace Apartments project. Lot 2 measures 0.95 acres
(41,335 SF) with 406 linear feet of frontage on East State Street, and contains buildings 4.1, 4.2,
and 4.3 (depicted on the plat as 915, 911, and 905, respectively) of the Collegetown Terrace
Apartments project. Lot 3 measures 11.17 acres (486,499 SF) with 662 linear feet of frontage on
East State Street and contains the existing 901 East State Street building, and planned buildings 3,
5, 6, and 7 of the Collegetown Terrace Apartments project. The project is in the R-3a and P-1
Zoning Districts and a portion of the site is in the East Hill Historic District. The R-3a Zoning
District has a minimum lot size for multiple dwellings of 7,000 SF for the first 3 units, plus 700 SF
for each additional unit, plus 500 SF for each room, a minimum street frontage of 50 feet, and
minimum front, side, and rear yards of 10 feet, 10 feet, and 5 feet, respectively, and
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WHEREAS: this is a Type 1 Action under both the City Environmental Quality Review Ordinance
and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and requires environmental review, and
WHEREAS: this is considered a major subdivision in accordance with the City of Ithaca Code,
Chapter 290, Article 1, §290-1, Major Subdivision – Any subdivision of land resulting in creation
of two or more additional buildable lots, and
WHEREAS: legal notice was published, property posted, and adjacent property owners notified in
accordance with Chapters 290-9 (C)(1), (2) & (3) of the City of Ithaca Code, and
WHEREAS: two legal advertisements were placed in The Ithaca Journal and public hearings for
this subdivision were held on June 26th, 2012, and July 24th 2012, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council and the Tompkins County Planning
Department have been given the opportunity to comment on the proposed project and any
comments received to date on the aforementioned have been considered, and
WHEREAS: this Board, acting as Lead Agency in environmental review, has on July 24, 2012
reviewed and accepted as adequate a Full Environmental Assessment Form (FEAF), Part 1,
submitted by the applicant, and Part 2, prepared by Planning Staff, and a preliminary plat entitled
“Subdivision Plat Showing Lands of Valentine Vision Associates, LLC,” prepared by T.G. Miller
and dated 5/20/12, and other application materials, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board, acting as Lead Agency in
environmental review, did on July 24, 2012 make a negative determination of environmental
significance, and
WHEREAS: the Planning and Development Board recognizes that information received and
reviewed for this subdivision indicates the resultant parcels are in conformance with the City of
Ithaca Zoning Ordinance for properties located in the R-3a and P-1 Zoning Districts, now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board does hereby grant
Preliminary and Final Subdivision Approval to the proposed subdivision of City of Ithaca Tax
Parcel #83.-2-15.1, subject to the following conditions:
i. Documentation of cross-easements, as necessary, to allow permanent access between parcels
in accordance with the approved site plan, and
ii. Submission of one full-sized mylar and three full-sized paper copies of a signed and sealed
survey, done by a professional surveyor, of the approved subdivision plat.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
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4. Site Plan Review
A. Holiday Inn Expansion, 222 S. Cayuga St., Hart Hotels, Applicant & Owner.
Consideration of Preliminary & Final Approval. The applicant is proposing to demolish
the existing north, south, and west guest room wings (110 rooms) and construct two new
additions. One will be a one-story 13,845 SF banquet and meeting facility on the north side
of the main building; and the other will be a 100’ tall 10-story tower with a 9,190 SF
footprint, featuring 115 new guest rooms and a rooftop entertainment complex. Two 2-
bedroom units of employee housing are also included in the project. Site development will
include: reconfiguration of the driving lanes to accommodate a conference center drop-off;
reconfiguration of the parking areas resulting in a decrease of 21 parking spaces; removal of
9 mature trees and much of the existing landscaping along Cayuga Street; new landscaping
and sidewalks; lighting; and signage. Exterior finishes will include an exterior insulation
finishing system (EIFS), stone, and concrete. The project is in the CBD-100 Zoning District.
This is a Type I Action under the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality Review Ordinance
and an Unlisted Action under the State Environmental Quality Review Act and has received
a negative declaration of environmental significance. This project requires Design Review
and a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
Applicant David Hart walked through the changes made since the Board’s last meeting.
Adopted Preliminary & Final Approval Resolution
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Rudan:
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board has one pending application for
Site Plan Review for an expansion of the Holiday Inn located at 222 S. Cayuga Street by Hart
Hotels, Inc., applicant and owner, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to demolish the existing north, south, and west guest room
wings (110 rooms) and construct two new additions. One will be a one-story 13,845 SF banquet
and meeting facility on the north side of the main building; the other will be a 100’ tall 10-story
(including rooftop complex) tower with a 9,190 SF footprint, featuring 115 new guest rooms, a
rooftop entertainment complex, and the relocation of the existing hotel restaurant to the ground
floor, fronting Cayuga Street. Six 2-bedroom units of employee housing are also included in the
project. Site development will include: two new curbcuts to make a conference center drop-off;
reconfiguration of the parking areas, resulting in a decrease of 21 parking spaces; removal of 9
mature trees and much of the existing landscaping along Cayuga Street; new landscaping and
sidewalks; lighting; and signage. Exterior finishes will include an exterior insulation finishing
system (EIFS), stone, and concrete. The project is in the CBD-100 Zoning District, and requires
Design Review and a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and
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WHEREAS: this is a Type I Action under the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality Review
Ordinance and an Unlisted Action under the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is subject
to environmental review, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Board of Zoning Appeals consented to the City of Ithaca Planning
and Development Board being Lead Agency for this project, and
WHEREAS: legal notice was published and property posted in accordance with Chapters 276-6 (B)
(4) and 176-12 (A) (2) (c) of the City of Ithaca Code, and
WHEREAS: the Planning and Development Board held the required public hearing on February
28, 2012, and
WHEREAS: on March 27, 2012, the Planning Board, acting as Lead Agency, reviewed and
accepted as adequate a Full Environmental Assessment Form (FEAF), Part 1, submitted by the
applicant, and Parts 2 & 3, prepared by planning staff, drawings entitled “Demolition Plan (D-1),”
“Erosion Control Plan (ER-1),” “Location Plan (L-1),” “Layout Plan (L-2),” “Utility Plan (U-1),”
“Grading Plan (G-1),” and “Site Construction Details (DT-1 & DT-2),” prepared by APEX
Consulting and Roberts, Shackleton, & Boy Architects, all dated 12/9/11 with a revision date of
1/30/12, and “Proposed Landscape Plan and Details (LP-1& LP-2),” “Full First Floor Key Plan (A-
100),” “Second Floor Plans New Tower and Existing Building (A-104),” “New Tower Addition
Typ. Plan Floors 3-9 (A-105),” “New Tower Addition Rooftop Plan (A-106),” “Full North and
South Elevations” [no number], and “Full East and West Elevations (A-200),” all prepared by
Roberts, Shackleton, & Boy Architects, all dated 1/23/12, plus color perspective renderings, date-
stamped 2/6/12, and other application materials, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council, Tompkins County Planning
Department, and other interested agencies have been given the opportunity to comment on the
proposed project and all received comments have been considered, and
WHEREAS: on March 27, 2012, the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board determined
the proposed project would result in no significant impacts on the environment and that a Negative
Declaration for purposes of Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law be filed in
accordance with the provisions of Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review Act, and
WHEREAS: the Board of Zoning Appeals has granted the project the required area variance
regarding minimum building height, and
WHEREAS: the Board of Public Works has granted the applicant’s appeal of the Transportation
Engineer’s decision to disallow an off-street drop-off area for the proposed conference center, and
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WHEREAS: on July 24, 2012, the Planning Board reviewed and accepted revised drawings entitled
“Site Construction Details (DT-1),” dated 12/9/11 with no revision date; “Demolition Plan (D-1)”
and “Site Construction Details (DT-2),” dated 12/9/11 with a revision date of 1/30/12; “Erosion
Control Plan (ER-1),” “Utility Plan (U-1),” and “Grading Plan (G-1),” dated 12/9/11 with a
revision date of 6/29/12; and “Layout Plan (L-2),” dated 12/9/11 with a revision date of 7/2/12; all
prepared by APEX Consulting and Roberts, Shackleton, & Boy Architects; and “Proposed
Landscaping Plan and Details (SP-1& LP-2),” “Full First Floor Key Plan (A-100),” “Second Floor
Plans New Tower and Existing Building (A-104),” “New Tower Addition Typical Plan Floors 3, 5,
7 (A-105),” “New Tower Addition Typical Plan Floors 4, 6, 8 (A-105a),” “New Tower Addition
Ninth Floor Plan (A-106),” “Full North and South Elevations” [no number], and “Full East and
West Elevations (A-200),” all prepared by Roberts, Shackleton, & Boy Architects, and all dated
7/6/12; plus color perspective renderings of the proposed stone-pillar and metal-railing site fences,
presented both prior to, and at, the 7/24/12 meeting, and
WHEREAS: proposed changes to the original submission, as illustrated in the drawings listed
above, include: reconfiguration of the conference center drop-off as an extension of the existing
drive along Cayuga Street; change in the footprint of the new tower (adding 7’6” to the west) and a
change in the number of stories from ten to nine taller stories to accommodate the mechanical and
structural systems; decrease in tower guestrooms by one; updating of landscaping to include a sign
at the southeast corner of the property with stone-pillar and metal-railing site fences and more trees
and shrubs at this corner to replace what is being removed and to provide some screening of the
parking lot; stone pillars, metal railings and additional plantings to mark the entrances to the
parking lot from West Clinton and West Green streets; relocation of the west bike rack from the
west wall of the new tower to the west wall of the existing commercial building; and relocation of
the bike rack near the entrance to the new banquet center to the northeast corner of the new tower,
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the Board does hereby grant Preliminary and Final Site Plan Approval to the
proposed Holiday Inn expansion located at 222 S. Cayuga Street, subject to the following
conditions:
i. Submission to Planning Board of revised drawings, showing continuation of landscaping to
fill current landscaping gap at corner of Clinton Street and Green Street, and addition of bike
rack near entrance to banquet and meeting facility, and
ii. Submission to Planning Board of site details including building and paving materials, pattern
of proposed building and pillar stonework, rooftop balcony railing, decorative spandrel motif
used on elevations, lighting, exterior furnishings, signage, and
iii. Submission to Planning Board of a revised drawing, showing directional signage to prevent
internal vehicular circulation from the west parking lot (on Clinton Street) to the drop-off exit
on Cayuga Street, and to address all remaining concerns expressed in the City Transportation
Engineer’s June 12, 2012 memo to the Planning Board, and
iv. Submission to Planning Board of color elevations keyed to building materials, and
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v. Submission to Planning Board of revised planting plan showing additional sycamore on
Clinton Street tree lawn (if staff determines this is feasible), and replacement of proposed
pear trees with pink-flowering cherry trees (similar to the existing cherry trees along Cayuga
Street that must be removed to allow construction), and
vi. Seismographs will be set up to monitor vibrations during pile-driving. In addition, a list of a
limited number of appropriate buildings for assessment prior to driving commencement will
be provided by the City to the applicant, and
vii. Pile-driving will be restricted to the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. All
other exterior noise-producing construction activity is limited to the hours between 7:30 a.m.
and 7:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, and
viii. The applicant is required to hire a qualified professional to design and construct the rooftop
complex for maximum noise attenuation. The plans for this complex should be presented to
the Planning Board and should demonstrate the anticipated levels of noise and how they will
be addressed by proposed future design, and
ix. Air-handling systems to be reviewed and approved by the Planning Board, and
x. Submission to Planning Board of documentation of a review of the proposed demolition for
the presence of hazardous materials and potential need for remediation, and
xi. The Planning Board strongly recommends this project be coordinated with the planned City
bridge replacement project between Cayuga and Aurora Streets, which has closed Clinton and
Prospect Streets.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
B. Modified Site Plan Review, Cayuga Place Residences (Cayuga Green II), South
Cayuga St. (behind Cayuga Garage at 235 Cayuga St.), Bloomfield/Schon, Applicant &
Owner (pending purchase of property from Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency). Public
Hearing. The applicant is requesting modifications to the site plan approved July 22, 2008.
The modifications include the following: reduction in Gross Floor Area from 47,400 to
42,600; change in the building footprint shape; increase in number of units from 30 to 39;
reduction in number of stories from 7 to 4 (at 15’ ea.); change from conventional to loft-style
apartments; removal of previously approved balconies and rooftop terrace; change in
building materials from composite wood panel to pre-cast concrete panels; removal of
exterior patio; replacement of stacked stone wall with hedge planting; reduction in number of
new trees from 40 to 11, removal of all landscaping on Tompkins County Public Library
property, removal of the extension of the green screen on Cayuga Garage, and increase in the
lawn area. The project is part of a larger project known as the Downtown Development
Mixed-Use Project, for which an Environmental Impact Statement was completed and a
Findings Statement was adopted by the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board, on
February 18, 2003.
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Applicant Steven Bloomfield recapitulated the salient details of the modified project
proposal, noting that the project design was adjusted in response to some of the concerns
expressed by staff and Board members.
Schroeder remarked it is a great project. His primary concern at this point involves some
significant issues with pedestrian access from Cayuga Street (e.g., narrow sidewalk near
Cayuga Street garage, lack of adequate ADA access from Cayuga Street, etc.)
Acharya noted the Planning Board should probably bring the sidewalk issue up with the
Superintendent of Public Works.
Schroeder noted there are a handful of other issues he would like addressed:
• Something which appears to be an electrical utility box, with a danger sign on it, lies on
the site. Cornish noted she does not know what it is, but she would find out.
• A portion of the Six Mile Creek Walk adjacent to the site appears to be missing some
trees. Schroeder asked if the applicant would agree to complete the creek walk with
some plantings. Bloomfield responded he could certainly do so, if that is all that is
entailed.
• Some air-conditioning units on the ground floor will need to be screened, which
Bloomfield agreed to do.
• Schroeder asked the applicant to provide a detail of the bridge, to which Bloomfield
agreed.
• Schroeder asked the applicant to provide construction staging information, which
Bloomfield agreed to provide.
• Schroeder asked if the green screening could be extended all the way to the building, to
which Bloomfield replied, yes, he believes it could.
Jones-Rounds asked if more than one bike rack could be installed, in a visible location.
Bloomfield replied, yes.
Cornish asked the applicant to confirm the 450 SF offset requirement for the loading area is
met.
Nicholas noted the applicant will need to address the loss of handicapped parking spaces.
(The applicant may want to work with the Cayuga Street garage to relocate some
handicapped parking spaces closer to the building.)
Schroeder asked for material samples, which Bloomfield agreed to provide.
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Public Hearing:
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Schroeder, and unanimously approved, Chair
Acharya opened the Public Hearing. There being no public comments, on a motion by
Jones-Rounds, seconded by Schroeder, and unanimously approved, the Public Hearing was
closed.
D. Cascadilla Landing (formerly Pier Road Housing), 101 Pier Road, Pier Road
Properties, Applicant & Owner. Discussion Only ― No Action. The applicant is
proposing to redevelop the 7.8-acre site currently containing Johnson Boatyard and four one-
story metal buildings. The proposed project is mixed-use and commercial/retail with 11
three-story townhouses and 6 attached single-family homes, totaling 39,800 GSF, 4 five-
story buildings with a total of 160 -185 units with 262,000 GSF, including 4,000-5,000 GSF
of commercial space located on the ground floors. Parking spaces will be provided as
follows (not including ground-floor parking for the townhouses and garages for the single-
family homes): 72 on-street parallel and angled spaces along the main road, one surface
parking lot, and 171 spaces on the ground floor of the 5-story apartment buildings, for a total
of 275 spaces. Site access will be from one curbcut on Willow Avenue and two on Pier
Road, as well as a proposed roundabout, which is partially on City property, at the terminus
of Pier Road. This roundabout is sized for emergency vehicle access. Internal circulation
includes a tree-lined street extending the length of the project, sidewalks, a plaza, a publicly
accessible waterfront promenade, and a pier along Cascadilla Creek. The project includes
removal and rebuilding of existing seawall along the entire length of the property and the
retention of 109-115 boat slips. Site development will require the demolition of 4 of the
existing buildings, removal of all paving and vegetation, removal of an existing fuel tank,
and the possible relocation of NYSEG power lines. The project is in the WF-1 Zoning
District. This is a Type I Action under both the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality
Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is subject to
environmental review. The applicant is proposing to do the project in 3 phases, beginning in
Spring 2013. This project potentially requires permits from the Canal Corporation and/or
DEC, as well as coordination with the City to resolve issues with utility easements and make
improvements on public property.
Applicant Scott Whitham recapitulated the salient details of the proposed project and the
changes made since it was last presented to the Board.
Jones-Rounds expressed skepticism the shared vehicle-pedestrian portions of the project
would work effectively; she does not know if pedestrians would find them genuinely
welcoming.
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Rudan agreed. She is concerned with potential pedestrian-safety issues in the shared areas.
Whitham responded that shared driveways are not uncommon features on projects like this;
he insisted that the differences in paving, grading, and visual environments would eliminate
any conflicts.
Acharya noted he likes the shared driveways the way they are; however, he would like to see
them rendered as a street view. Acharya added there still appears to be a large number of
parking spaces. He asked if a study had been conducted, demonstrating that the planned
parking spaces would in fact be heavily used.
Snyder confirmed that a parking study was performed. Whitham noted that the number of
parking spaces was substantially reduced since the Board’s last review. The applicants
believe the current number of spaces would definitely be needed to meet both commercial
and residential demand.
Acharya reiterated his concern with the amount of parking, especially since the project would
more than likely be viewed as a model for future development.
Schroeder asked if a dedicated bus stop is planned, to which Whitham replied, yes.
Jones-Rounds observed that the Cayuga Waterfront Trail portion of the project should be
clearly signed and delineated; there is too much opportunity for conflict. Whitham agreed to
do so.
Snyder displayed the planned building materials for the project.
Cornish asked if the phenolic core material would be fire-rated. She recalls the City
experienced a serious problem with a similar material on another project. Snyder responded
he is virtually certain it is, although he would double check.
Nicholas asked the applicant to provide a detail of the dock, which Whitham agreed to
provide.
Schroeder noted the applicant should also review the Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Council’s
(BPAC) comments, which include a number of good points.
Cornish indicated the applicant would also need to address the affordable housing issue
raised by the County in its 7/24/12 letter. Snyder responded it is the applicant’s intent to
establish multiple price-ranges for the project.
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E. Rooftop Wireless Telephone Communications Facility, 110 Dryden Rd. (Eddygate
Apartments), AT&T Mobility, Inc., Applicant/Owner. Declaration of Lead Agency,
Public Hearing, Determination of Environmental Significance, and Consideration of
Preliminary & Final Approval. The applicant proposes to install 5 additional 8’x1’ panel
antennae and associated equipment to its existing installation on Eddygate Park Apartments.
Two of the proposed antennae will be installed directly in between two existing antennae on
existing mounts, and three will be installed on new non-penetrating roof mounts. This is an
Unlisted Action under both the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality Review Ordinance and
the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is subject to environmental review.
Applicant Tim Richmond recapitulated the salient details of the proposed project. He
indicated the visual impact of the cables could be eliminated by bringing the cables up and
over the parapet wall. Revised drawings would be provided.
Adopted Lead Agency Resolution
On a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Rudan:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for a rooftop telecommunications facility, located at 110 Dryden
Road (Eddygate Apartments), in the City of Ithaca, by AT&T Mobility, Inc., owner/applicant, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to install 5 additional 8’x1’ panel antennae and associated
equipment to its existing installation on the Eddygate Apartments. Two of the proposed antennae
will be installed directly in between two existing antennae on existing mounts, and three will be
installed on a new non-penetrating roof mount. The proposed project is in the B-2b Zoning
District, and
WHEREAS: this is an Unlisted Action under both the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality
Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is subject to environmental
review, and
WHEREAS: State Law specifies that, for actions governed by local environmental review, the lead
agency shall be that local agency which has primary responsibility for approving and funding or
carrying out the action, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board does hereby declare itself
Lead Agency for the environmental review for the action of site plan approval for the proposed
rooftop telecommunications facility located at 110 Dryden Road, in the City of Ithaca.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
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Public Hearing:
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Thoreau, and unanimously approved, Chair
Acharya opened the Public Hearing. There being no public comments, on a motion by
Schroeder, seconded by Jones-Rounds, and unanimously approved, the Public Hearing was
closed.
Adopted CEQR Resolution
On a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Jones-Rounds:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for a rooftop telecommunications facility, located at 110 Dryden
Road (Eddygate Apartments), in the City of Ithaca, by AT&T Mobility, Inc., owner/applicant, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to install 5 additional 8’x1’ panel antennae and associated
equipment to its existing installation on the Eddygate Apartments. Two of the proposed antennae
will be installed directly in between two existing antennae on existing mounts, and three will be
installed on a new non-penetrating roof mount. The proposed project is in the B-2b Zoning
District, and
WHEREAS: this is an Unlisted Action under both the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality
Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is subject to environmental
review, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) and other interested
agencies have been given the opportunity to comment on the proposed project; the CAC had no
comments and comments received from the Tompkins County Planning Department have been
considered, and
WHEREAS: the Board, acting as Lead Agency in environmental review, has on July 24, 2012
reviewed and accepted as adequate: a Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF), Part 1,
submitted by the applicant, and Part 2 prepared by Planning Staff; plans entitled “Overall Site Plan
(SP-101),” “Partial Roof Plan (C-101),” “Equipment Layout Plan (C-102),” “Building Elevation
(C-201),” and “Details (C-501),” all dated April 2012, and prepared by C&S Companies; and other
application materials,
WHEREAS: the applicant has agreed to lessen the visual impact of the existing and proposed
AT&T antennae at the west end and on the north side of the Eddygate Apartments building, by
hiding necessary wiring behind the existing and proposed antennae at these locations, now,
therefore, be it
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RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board determines that the
proposed telecommunications facility, located on the rooftop of Eddygate Apartments at 110
Dryden Road in the City of Ithaca, will result in no significant impact on the environment and that a
Negative Declaration for purposes of Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law be filed in
accordance with the provisions of Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review Act.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
Adopted Preliminary & Final Approval Resolution
On a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Marcham:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for a rooftop telecommunications facility, located at 110 Dryden
Road (Eddygate Apartments), in the City of Ithaca, by AT&T Mobility, Inc., owner/applicant, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to install 5 additional 8’x1’ panel antennae and associated
equipment to its existing installation on the Eddygate Apartments. Two of the proposed antennae
will be installed directly in between two existing antennae on existing mounts, and three will be
installed on a new non-penetrating roof mount. The proposed project is in the B-2b Zoning
District, and
WHEREAS: in accordance with the Code of the City of Ithaca Telecommunications Facilities and
Services Ordinance, §325.29.7 B. (2), this proposal classifies as a Tier Two application, and
WHEREAS: the application conforms to those requirements as outlined in the City Code, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) and other interested
agencies have been given the opportunity to comment on the proposed project; the CAC had no
comments and comments received from the Tompkins County Planning Department have been
considered, and
WHEREAS: legal notice was published and property posted in accordance with Chapters 276-6
(B) (4) and 176-12 (A) (2) (c) of the City of Ithaca Code, and
WHEREAS: a Public Hearing for the proposed action was held on July 24, 2012, and
WHEREAS: the Board, acting as Lead Agency in environmental review, has on July 24, 2012
reviewed and accepted as adequate: a Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF), Part 1,
submitted by the applicant, and Part 2, prepared by Planning Staff; plans entitled “Overall Site
Plan (SP 101),” “Partial Roof Plan (C-101),” “Equipment Layout Plan (C-102),” “Building
Elevation (C-201),” and “Details (C-501),” all dated April 2012, and prepared by C&S
Companies; and other application materials,
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WHEREAS: the applicant has agreed to lessen the visual impact of the existing and proposed
AT&T antennae at the west end and on the north side of the Eddygate Apartments building, by
hiding necessary wiring behind the existing and proposed antennae at these locations, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board, acting as Lead Agency in
environmental review, did on July 24, 2012 make a negative determination of environmental
significance, and
WHEREAS: in accordance with §325-29.14. B., the City of Ithaca Department of Planning and
Development shall prepare staff reports for Tier Two applications, and
WHEREAS: the following information contained in this resolution shall serve as the staff report
and findings of fact as required by City Code §325-29.14 and §325-29.14:
(1) Description of the proposed PWSF
(a) Other PWSFs in the area – There are 4 existing PWSF sites in the area: Cornell Water
Tank; monopole in Cayuga Heights along Pleasant Grove Road; the rooftop of Mary Donlon
Hall at 57 Sisson Place; and a rooftop site at Limestone Tower on Prospect Street.
(b) Nearest three PWSF sites to the proposed PWSF for the same carrier – Same as
above. See Exhibit 4.
(2) Location – The proposed facility will be located on an “Opportunity Site” (rooftop).
(a) Identification of whether the proposed PWSF is an avoidance area – The proposed
PWSF is not located in any of the following avoidance areas: flood hazard zone, historically or
culturally significant resource, unique natural area and/or critical environmental area, park,
greenway, or natural area, scenic or visual corridor as defined by the City, wetland, lakeshore,
or waterway.
(b) Identification of whether the proposed PWSF is at an opportunity site – The PWSF is
proposed to be on an existing roof. Staff has determined that this is an acceptable opportunity
site.
(c) Determination of whether location standards have been met – Staff has determined that
the rooftop location as proposed has met the location standards.
(3) Siting
(a) Determination of whether siting standards have been met: The proposed project is on
an existing rooftop. Two new panel antennae will be mounted on the rooftop between two
existing antennae on existing roof mounts. And three will be installed on a new non-
penetrating rood mount. No other new proposed equipment will be visible. Please refer to
Exhibit 6. The applicant has agreed to hide wiring for this existing and proposed antennae
behind said antennae at the west and north side of the building. Staff has determined that
siting standards have been met.
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(b) Identification of any necessary practical measures to avoid, minimize, and/or mitigate (in
that order of preference) adverse impacts of the proposed PWSF – Staff has determined that
the applicant has taken appropriate measures to avoid, minimize, and mitigate adverse impacts
of the proposed PWSF.
(4) Design
(a) Type of mount – Proposed antennae will be mounted on existing mounts.
(b) Type of antenna(s) – the applicant is proposing to install 3 SBNH-1D 6565C 8’x 1’
panel antennae and 2 SBNH-1D8585C 8’x1’ panel antennae
(c) Treatment of equipment cabinet or shelter – No new shelter or cabinet is proposed.
(d) Determination of whether design standards have been met – Staff has determined that
the applicant has met the design standards as outlined in the City Code §325-29.8 C.
(5) Alternatives Analysis.
(a) Alternatives provided by the applicant – No alternatives were explored. This is a
modification to an approved existing site.
(b) Alternatives studied by City staff – Staff has studied no alternative locations – the
proposed location is acceptable.
(c) In accordance with §325-29.11 of the Ithaca City Code, this Board has considered
comparison and ranking of the proposed PWSF and the alternatives.
(6) Description of narrative attachments – Plans entitled “Overall Site Plan (SP 101),” “Roof
Plan (C-101),” “Equipment Layout Plan (C-102),” “Building Elevations (C-201),” and “Details
(C-501),” all dated June 2012, and prepared by C&S Companies, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board does hereby grant
preliminary and final site plan approval to the proposed 5 new antennae on the rooftop of 110
Dryden Road (Eddygate Apartments), in the City of Ithaca, subject to the following condition:
(i.) Submission of revised drawings showing the hiding of wiring for the existing and
proposed AT&T antennae at the west and north side of the Eddygate Apartments
building, behind the existing and proposed antennae at these locations, in order to lessen
the visual impact of these antennae from public vantage points.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
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F. Rooftop Wireless Telephone Communications Facility, 57 Sisson Pl. (Mary Donlon
Residence Hall), AT&T Mobility, Inc., Applicant/Owner. Declaration of Lead Agency,
Public Hearing, Determination of Environmental Significance, and Consideration of
Preliminary & Final Approval. The applicant proposes to install 3 8’x1’ panel antennae
and associated equipment to its existing installation on the Mary Donlon Residence Hall on
the Cornell University campus. The proposed antennae will be installed directly in between
two existing antennae on existing mounts. This is an Unlisted Action under both the City of
Ithaca Environmental Quality Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality
Review Act and is subject to environmental review.
Richmond recapitulated the salient details of the proposed project.
Adopted Lead Agency Resolution
On a motion by Marcham, seconded by Rudan:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for a rooftop telecommunications facility, located at 57 Sisson
Place (Mary Donlon Hall) on the Cornell University Campus, in the City of Ithaca, by AT&T,
owner/applicant, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to install 3 8’x1’ panel antennae and associated equipment to its
existing installation on the Mary Donlon Residence Hall on the Cornell University campus. The
proposed antennae will be installed directly in between two existing antennae on existing mounts.
The proposed project is in the U-1 Zoning District, and
WHEREAS: this is an Unlisted Action under both the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality
Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is subject to environmental
review, and
WHEREAS: State Law specifies that, for actions governed by local environmental review, the lead
agency shall be that local agency which has primary responsibility for approving and funding or
carrying out the action, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board does hereby declare itself
Lead Agency for the environmental review for the action of site plan approval for the proposed
rooftop telecommunications facility located at 57 Sisson Place (Mary Donlon Hall), in the City of
Ithaca.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
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Public Hearing:
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Schroeder, and unanimously approved, Chair
Acharya opened the Public Hearing. There being no public comments, on a motion by
Schroeder, seconded by Thoreau, and unanimously approved, the Public Hearing was closed.
Adopted CEQR Resolution
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Schroeder:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for a rooftop telecommunications facility, located at 57 Sisson
Place (Mary Donlon Hall) on the Cornell University Campus, in the City of Ithaca, by AT&T,
owner/applicant, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to install 3 8’x1’ panel antennae and associated equipment to its
existing installation on the Mary Donlon Residence Hall on the Cornell University campus. The
proposed antennae will be installed directly in between two existing antennae on existing mounts.
The proposed project is in the U-1 Zoning District, and
WHEREAS: this is an Unlisted Action under both the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality
Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is subject to environmental
review, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) and other interested
agencies have been given the opportunity to comment on the proposed project; the CAC had no
comments and comments received from the Tompkins County Planning Department have been
considered, and
WHEREAS: the Board, acting as Lead Agency in environmental review, has on July 24, 2012
reviewed and accepted as adequate: a Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF), Part 1,
submitted by the applicant, and Part 2, prepared by Planning Staff; plans entitled “Overall Site Plan
(SP 101),” “Roof Plan (C-101),” “Equipment Layout Plan (C-102),” “Building Elevations (C-
201),” and “Details (C-501),” all dated June 2012, and prepared by C&S Companies; and other
application materials, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board determines that the
proposed telecommunications facility, located on the rooftop of Mary Donlon Hall at 23 Sisson
Place on the Cornell University campus in the City of Ithaca will result in no significant impact on
the environment and that a Negative Declaration for purposes of Article 8 of the Environmental
Conservation Law be filed in accordance with the provisions of Part 617 of the State Environmental
Quality Review Act.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
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Adopted Preliminary & Final Approval Resolution
On a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Marcham:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for a rooftop telecommunications facility, located at 57 Sisson
Place (Mary Donlon Hall) on the Cornell University campus, in the City of Ithaca, by AT&T
Mobility, Inc., owner/applicant, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to install 3 8’x 1’ panel antennae and associated equipment to
its existing installation on the Mary Donlon Residence Hall on the Cornell University campus.
Each proposed antenna will be installed directly in between two existing antennae on existing
mounts. The proposed project is in the U-1 Zoning District, and
WHEREAS: this is an Unlisted Action under both the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality
Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is subject to environmental
review, and
WHEREAS: in accordance with the Code of the City of Ithaca Telecommunications Facilities and
Services Ordinance, §325.29.7 B. (2), this proposal classifies as a Tier Two application, and
WHEREAS: the application conforms to those requirements as outlined in the City Code, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) and other interested
agencies have been given the opportunity to comment on the proposed project; the CAC had no
comments and comments received from the Tompkins County Planning Department have been
considered, and
WHEREAS: legal notice was published and property posted in accordance with Chapters 276-6 (B)
(4) and 176-12 (A) (2) (c) of the City of Ithaca Code, and
WHEREAS: a Public Hearing for the proposed action was held on July 24, 2012, and
WHEREAS: the Board, acting as Lead Agency in environmental review, has on July 24, 2012
reviewed and accepted as adequate: a Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF), Part 1,
submitted by the applicant, and Part 2, prepared by Planning Staff; plans entitled “Overall Site Plan
(SP 101),” “Roof Plan (C-101),’” “Equipment Layout Plan (C-102),” “Building Elevations (C-
201),” and “Details (C-501),” all dated June 2012, and prepared by C&S Companies, and other
application materials, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board, acting as Lead Agency in
environmental review, did on July 24, 2012 make a negative determination of environmental
significance, and
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WHEREAS: in accordance with §325-29.14. B., the City of Ithaca Department of Planning and
Development shall prepare staff reports for Tier Two applications, and
WHEREAS: the following information contained in this resolution shall serve as the staff report
and findings of fact as required by City Code §325-29.14 and §325-29.14:
(1) Description of the proposed PWSF
(a) Other PWSFs in the area – There are 4 existing PWSF sites in the area: Cornell Water
Tank; monopole in Cayuga Heights along Pleasant Grove Road; rooftop in Collegetown at the
corner of Buffalo and Eddy Street; and a rooftop site at Limestone Tower on Prospect Street.
(b) Nearest three PWSF sites to the proposed PWSF for the same carrier – Same as above.
See Exhibit 4.
(2) Location – The proposed facility will be located on an “Opportunity Site” (rooftop).
(a) Identification of whether the proposed PWSF is an avoidance area – The proposed
PWSF is not located in any of the following avoidance areas: flood hazard zone, historically or
culturally significant resource, unique natural area and/or critical environmental area, park,
greenway, or natural area, scenic or visual corridor as defined by the City, wetland, lakeshore,
or waterway.
(b) Identification of whether the proposed PWSF is at an opportunity site – The PWSF is
proposed to be on an existing roof. Staff has determined that this is an acceptable opportunity
site.
(c) Determination of whether location standards have been met – Staff has determined that
the rooftop location as proposed has met the location standards.
(3) Siting.
(a) Determination of whether siting standards have been met: The proposed project is on an
existing rooftop. Each new panel antenna will be mounted on the rooftop between two existing
antennae on an existing roof mount. No other proposed equipment will be visible. Please refer
to Exhibit 6. Staff has determined that siting standards have been met.
(b) Identification of any necessary practical measures to avoid, minimize and/or mitigate
(in that order of preference) adverse impacts of the proposed PWSF – Staff has determined
that the applicant has taken appropriate measures to avoid, minimize, and mitigate adverse
impacts of the proposed PWSF.
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(4) Design.
(a) Type of mount –Proposed antennae will be mounted on existing mounts.
(b) Type of antenna(s) – The applicant is proposing to install 3 SBNH-1D 6565C 8’x 1’
panel antennae.
(c) Treatment of equipment cabinet or shelter – None proposed.
(d) Determination of whether design standards have been met. Staff has determined that
the applicant has met the design standards as outlined in the City Code §325-29.8 C.
(5) Alternatives Analysis.
(a) Alternatives provided by the applicant – No alternatives were explored. This is a
modification to an approved existing site.
(b) Alternatives studied by City staff – Staff has studied no alternative locations ― the
proposed location is acceptable.
(c) In accordance with §325-29.11 of the Ithaca City Code, this Board has considered
comparison and ranking of the proposed PWSF and the alternatives.
(6) Description of narrative attachments – Plans entitled “Overall Site Plan (SP 101),” “Roof
Plan (C-101),” “Equipment Layout Plan (C-102),” “Building Elevations (C-201),” and “Details (C-
501),” all dated June 2012, and prepared by C&S Companies, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board does hereby grant
preliminary and final site plan approval to the proposed 3 new antennae on the rooftop of Mary
Donlon Hall at 57 Sisson Place, in the City of Ithaca.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
G. Wireless Telephone Communications Facility, 815 S. Aurora St. ― Harold A. Fish
170’ Guyed Tower, AT&T Mobility, Inc., Applicant/Owner. Declaration of Lead
Agency, Public Hearing, Determination of Environmental Significance, and
Consideration of Preliminary & Final Approval. The applicant proposes to install 5
additional 8’x1’ panel antennae on existing tower mounts on the 170’ guyed tower. One new
antenna will replace one existing older model, one will be installed between two existing
antennae, and three will be installed on a new sector. This is an Unlisted Action under both
the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality Review Ordinance and the State Environmental
Quality Review Act and is subject to environmental review.
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Richmond recapitulated the salient details of the proposed project.
Adopted Lead Agency Resolution
On a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Thoreau:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for an addition to a telecommunications tower facility, located at
815 S. Aurora St, in the City of Ithaca, by AT&T Mobility, Inc., owner/applicant, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to install 5 additional 8’x1’ panel antennae on existing tower
mounts on the 170’ guyed tower. One new antenna will replace one existing older model, one will
be installed between two existing antennae, and three will be installed on a new sector. The
proposed project is in the R-3b Zoning District, and
WHEREAS: this is an Unlisted Action under both the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality
Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is subject to environmental
review, and
WHEREAS: State Law specifies that for actions governed by local environmental review, the lead
agency shall be that local agency which has primary responsibility for approving and funding or
carrying out the action, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board does hereby declare itself
Lead Agency for the environmental review for the action of site plan approval for the proposed
addition to a telecommunications tower facility, located at 815 S. Aurora St., in the City of Ithaca.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
Public Hearing:
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Thoreau, and unanimously approved, Chair
Acharya opened the Public Hearing. There being no public comments, on a motion by
Schroeder, seconded by Marcham, and unanimously approved, the Public Hearing was
closed.
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Adopted CEQR Resolution
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Schroeder:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for an addition to a telecommunications tower facility, located at
815 S. Aurora St., in the City of Ithaca, by AT&T Mobility, Inc., owner/applicant, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to install 5 additional 8’x1’ panel antennae on existing tower
mounts on the 170’ guyed tower. One new antenna will replace one existing older model, one will
be installed between two existing antennae, and three will be installed on a new sector. The
proposed project is in the R-3b Zoning District, and
WHEREAS: this is an Unlisted Action under both the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality
Review Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is subject to environmental
review, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) and other interested
agencies have been given the opportunity to comment on the proposed project; the CAC had no
comments and comments received from the Tompkins County Planning Department have been
considered, and
WHEREAS: the Board, acting as Lead Agency in environmental review, has on July 24, 2012
reviewed and accepted as adequate: a Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF), Part 1,
submitted by the applicant, and Part 2, prepared by Planning Staff; plans entitled “Overall Site Plan
(SP 101),” “Site Plan (C-101),” “Equipment Layout Plan (C-102),” and “Tower Elevation (C-
201),” all dated June 2012, and prepared by C&S Companies, and other application materials, now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board determines that the
proposed telecommunications facility, located on the existing guyed tower at 815 South Aurora
Street in the City of Ithaca, will result in no significant impact on the environment and that a
Negative Declaration for purposes of Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law be filed in
accordance with the provisions of Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review Act.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
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Adopted Preliminary & Final Approval Resolution
On a motion by Thoreau, seconded by Schroeder:
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for an addition to a telecommunications tower facility, located at
815 S. Aurora St., in the City of Ithaca, by AT&T Mobility, Inc., owner/applicant, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to install 5 additional 8’x1’ panel antennae on existing tower
mounts on the 170’ guyed tower. One new antenna will replace one existing older model, one will
be installed between two existing antennae, and three will be installed on a new sector. The
proposed project is in the R-3b Zoning District, and
WHEREAS: in accordance with the Code of the City of Ithaca Telecommunications Facilities and
Services Ordinance, §325.29.7 B. (2), this proposal classifies as a Tier Three application, and
WHEREAS: the application conforms to those requirements as outlined in the City Code, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) and other interested
agencies have been given the opportunity to comment on the proposed project; the CAC had no
comments and comments received from the Tompkins County Planning Department have been
considered, and
WHEREAS: legal notice was published and property posted in accordance with Chapters 276-6 (B)
(4) and 176-12 (A) (2) (c) of the City of Ithaca Code, and
WHEREAS: a Public Hearing for the proposed action was held on July 24, 2012, and
WHEREAS: the Board, acting as Lead Agency in environmental review has on July 24, 2012
reviewed and accepted as adequate: a Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF), Part 1,
submitted by the applicant, and Part 2, prepared by Planning Staff; plans entitled “Overall Site Plan
(SP 101),” “Site Plan (C-101),” “Equipment Layout Plan (C-102),” and “Tower Elevation (C-
201),” all dated June 2012, and prepared by C&S Companies; and other application materials, and
WHEREAS: the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board, acting as Lead Agency in
environmental review, did on July 24, 2012 make a negative determination of environmental
significance, and
WHEREAS: in accordance with §325-29.14. B., the City of Ithaca Department of Planning and
Development shall prepare staff reports for Tier Three applications, and
WHEREAS: the following information contained in this resolution shall serve as the staff report
and findings of fact as required by City Code §325-29.14 and §325-29.14:
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(1) Description of the proposed PWSF
(a) Other PWSFs in the area – There are 5 existing PWSF sites in the area: Cornell Water
Tank; monopole in Cayuga Heights along Pleasant Grove Road; rooftop in Collegetown at the
corner of Buffalo and Eddy Street; a rooftop site on Mary Donlon Hall and a rooftop site at
Limestone Tower on Prospect Street.
(b) Nearest three PWSF sites to the proposed PWSF for the same carrier – Same as above.
See Exhibit 4.
(2) Location – The proposed facility will be located on an “Opportunity Site.”
(a) Identification of whether the proposed PWSF is an avoidance area – The proposed
PWSF is not located in any of the following avoidance areas: flood hazard zone, historically or
culturally significant resource, unique natural area and/or critical environmental area, park,
greenway, or natural area, scenic or visual corridor as defined by the City, wetland, lakeshore
or waterway.
(b) Identification of whether the proposed PWSF is at an opportunity site – The PWSF is
proposed to be on an existing guyed tower. Staff has determined that this is an acceptable
opportunity site.
(c) Determination of whether location standards have been met – Staff has determined that
the guyed tower location as proposed has met the location standards.
(4) Siting.
(a) Determination of whether siting standards have been met: The proposed project is on
an existing guyed tower. One new antenna will replace one existing older model, one will be
installed between two existing antennae, and three will be installed on a new sector. New cable
will be routed through an existing AT&T cable run and will not have increased visibility
compared with existing. Please refer to Exhibit 6. Staff has determined that siting standards
have been met.
(b) Identification of any necessary practical measures to avoid, minimize and/or mitigate
(in that order of preference) adverse impacts of the proposed PWSF –Staff has determined
that the applicant has taken appropriate measures to avoid, minimize, and mitigate adverse
impacts of the proposed PWSF.
(5) Design.
(a) Type of mount –All antennae will be mounted on existing pipe mounts.
(b) Type of antenna(s) – the applicant is proposing to install 3 SBNH-1D 6565C 8’x 1’ panel
antennae, and 2 SBNH-1D8585C panel antennae. Please see Exhibits 6 & 8.
(c) Treatment of equipment cabinet or shelter – No new shelter or cabinet is proposed.
(d) Determination of whether design standards have been met – Staff has determined that
the applicant has met the design standards as outlined in the City Code §325-29.8 C.
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(5) Alternatives Analysis.
(a) Alternatives provided by the applicant – No alternatives were explored. This is a
modification to an approved existing site.
(b) Alternatives studied by City staff – Staff has studied no alternative locations ― the
proposed location is acceptable.
(c) In accordance with § 325-29.11 of the Ithaca City Code, this Board has considered
comparison and ranking of the proposed PWSF and the alternatives.
(6) Description of narrative attachments – “Overall Site Plan (SP 101),” “Site Plan (C-101),”
“Equipment Layout Plan (C-102),” and “Tower Elevation (C-201),” all dated June 2012, and
prepared by C&S Companies, and other application materials, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board does hereby grant
preliminary and final site plan approval to the proposed new antennae on the existing guyed tower
at 815 South Aurora Street, in the City of Ithaca.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
Cornish remarked that this particular cell tower appears to have a considerable amount of
equipment already on it. She asked the applicant to provide the engineering report validating
that the foundation is secure. Richmond agreed to do so, adding that he believes it may be
nearing capacity.
H. Delta Chi Parking & Site Work, 102 The Knoll, Trowbridge Wolf Michaels, LLP,
Applicant for Owner, DCEF Cornell, LLC. Intent to Declare Lead Agency. The
applicant proposes to install both new and improved parking on the upper and lower portions
of the site, increasing the number of spaces from 18 to 21. The proposed lower lot, fronting
Barton Place, will contain 14 spaces. Development of this lot will include removing the
existing curbcut, installing two additional curbcuts, grading to level the site, installation of a
2’-5’ stone-faced quarry block retaining wall along a portion of the north and west perimeter,
concrete curbing throughout, asphalt paving, and a planting bed between the parking lot and
the street. The upper lot will include 7 spaces. Development of this lot will include granite
curbing, defining a central grass island, one stone-faced retaining wall, paving, and the
removal of two mature trees. Five new trees will line the entry drive. The project is in the
R-U Zoning District in which neighborhood parking areas are an allowed accessory use and
the Cornell Heights Historic District. The project received a Certificate of Appropriateness
from ILPC on June 12, 2012, with conditions.
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Cornish noted that the Building Commissioner recently determined the project would in fact
require zoning variances. As a result, the Board of Zoning Appeals will now need to review
the project, before the Planning Board can approve it.
Adopted Intent to Declare Lead Agency Resolution
On a motion by Jones-Rounds, seconded by Thoreau:
WHEREAS: 6 NYCRR Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review Law and Chapter
176.6 of the City Code, Environmental Quality Review, require that a lead agency be established
for conducting environmental review of projects in accordance with local and state environmental
law, and
WHEREAS: State Law specifies that, for actions governed by local environmental review, the
lead agency shall be that local agency which has primary responsibility for approving and funding
or carrying out the action, and
WHEREAS: an application has been submitted for review and approval by the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board for a parking lot and site work at Delta Chi fraternity, located on
102 The Knoll in the City of Ithaca by Trowbridge Wolf Michaels, LLP, applicant for owner,
DCEF Cornell, LLC, and
WHEREAS: the applicant proposes to install both new and improved parking on the upper and
lower portions of the site, increasing the number of spaces from 18 to 21. The proposed lower lot,
fronting Barton Place, will contain 14 spaces. Development of this lot will include removing the
existing curbcut, installing two additional curbcuts, grading to level the site, installation of a 2’-5’
stone-faced quarry block retaining wall along a portion of the north and west perimeter, concrete
curbing throughout, asphalt paving, and a planting bed between the parking lot and the street. The
upper lot will include 7 spaces. Development of this lot will include granite curbing, defining a
central grass island, one stone-faced retaining wall, paving, and the removal of two mature trees.
Five new trees will line the entry drive. The project is in the R-U Zoning District in, which
neighborhood parking areas are an allowed accessory use, and the Cornell Heights Historic
District. The project received a Certificate of Appropriateness from ILPC on June 12, 2012, with
conditions, and
WHEREAS: this is a Type 1 Action under both the City Environmental Quality Review
Ordinance and the State Environmental Quality Review Act and requires environmental review,
and
WHEREAS: the Planning Board did on June 26, 2012 declare itself Lead Agency for
environmental review for the action, and
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WHEREAS: subsequent to June 26, 2012, the Building Commissioner determined that the project
required variances, rendering the BZA an involved agency in environmental review, and
WHEREAS: it is Planning Board practice to notify the BZA of its intent to act as lead agency for
projects that require both site plan review and variances, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: that the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board does hereby declare its
intent to act as Lead Agency for environmental review for the action of site plan approval for the
parking lot and site work at Delta Chi Fraternity, located on 102 The Knoll in the City of Ithaca.
In favor: Acharya, Blalock, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Absent: None
5. Old Business ― Planning and Development Board 2012 Mid-Year Report
Nicholas briefly walked through the mid-year report.
6. Reports
A. Planning Board Chair
(None.)
B. Director of Planning & Development
Community Gardens Lease
Cornish remarked that the City Administration Committee recently discussed whether
to issue a new lease for the Community Gardens or permit development on the site.
Generating a new lease typically takes the City several years to complete; and it is a
complicated issue. A development proposal has been submitted to the City and has
been the subject of considerable discussion. Under State law, the City will now be
required to charge a fair-market value for the lease. It is unclear if the current lessee,
Project Growing Hope, would be able to afford.
C. Board of Public Works (BPW) Liaison
No written report was submitted. Acharya indicated that at its last meeting the BPW
discussed the 307 College Avenue (Collegetown Crossing) parking study, the
Community Gardens lease, and issues associated with the permitting of food vending
trucks.
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7. Approval of Minutes: June 26, 2012
On a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Jones-Rounds, the June 26, 2012 meeting minutes
were approved, with no modifications.
In favor: Acharya, Jones-Rounds, Marcham, Rudan, Schroeder, Thoreau
Opposed: None
Abstained: Blalock
Absent: None
8. Adjournment
On a motion by Schroeder, seconded by Thoreau, and unanimously approved, the meeting
was adjourned at 10:04 p.m.