Planning Commission Meeting Minutes - August 25, 2014

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Fritz at 6:30pm.

PRESENT AT ROLL CALL: Mr. Bolek, Mrs. Cooper, Ms. Corcoran, Mr. Fritz, Mr. Stanard
ABSENT: Mayor Renda

Others Present: Dave Strichko, Building Inspector, Aimee Lane, Assistant Law Director, Jeff Filarski, Village Engineer, Sherri Arrietta, Clerk of Council

Mr. Stanard made a motion seconded by Mr. Bolek to approve the minutes of the July 28, 2014 meeting.

ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mr. Bolek, Mrs. Cooper, Ms. Corcoran, Mr. Stanard
Nays: None
Abstentions: Mr. Fritz
Motion Carried


Gary & Linda Haas
10 Manderly Lane
Lot Consolidation

Ms. Ann Dunning, architect and Mr. Ken Fisher, attorney, were present at the meeting. Mr. Fritz informed the board that this request is for a partial split and reconfiguration, which is why the term “consolidation” is being used. Ms. Dunning stated that Mr. and Mrs. Haas are proposing to build a three-car garage addition, which will be attached to the house and placed no less than 37 feet from the neighboring property line. In order for them to do so, they will need additional property. Mr. Fritz informed the members that both lots, after the consolidation would take place, would in fact meet the area and width requirements. He stated that there are some comments related to the survey made on the plat that would need to be addressed. Mr. Filarski confirmed that if this consolidation was approved, all setback requirements would also be met for the proposed garage.

Mrs. Cooper made a motion seconded by Mr. Stanard to approve the lot consolidation located at 10 Manderly Lane.

ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mr. Bolek, Mrs. Cooper, Ms. Corcoran, Mr. Fritz, Mr. Stanard
Nays: None 
Motion Carried 


Gary & Linda Haas
10 Manderly Lane
Preliminary Discussion – Garage Addition

Ms. Ann Dunning, architect and Mr. Ken Fisher, attorney, were present at the meeting. Ms. Dunning explained the proposed three-car garage addition and explained that there will be a permanent connection to the house. She stated that she could not find any specifics in Village Code relating to permanent connections. There will be a permanent roof connection and a deck connection on the floor using some piers for the foundations. The proposed garage will be at the same floor level as the existing garage. Mrs. Cooper asked Mrs. Lane to explain the definition of “attached.” Mrs. Lane stated that she does not believe there is a defined term in the Code, but that it is more of an interpretation. Ms. Dunning explained that there is a deck around the house, and the roof itself between the garage and the house, will be attached to the wall of the house (sunroom). Mr. Filarski confirmed that they are well within the hillside setback requirements. Ms. Dunning stated that she will be back next month seeking approval for the garage.

At this time, Mr. Al Klauss, representative for Mr. McKelvey, requested that Mr. McKelvey’s request for the new dwelling be heard before the request for a lot split, contrary to the order on the agenda. Mr. Klauss stated that Mr. McKelvey is proposing to move the barn from one lot to the other; he owns both lots and has already done a lot split previously. Mr. McKelvey further explained to the members the when he first appeared before the Planning Commission years ago requesting to build a home on the extra lot that he owned, the Commission informed him that he could not divide the property with the barn being on the new vacant lot, therefore he was required to leave the barn on the lot with the existing house. He stated that now that he is ready to build the house, he would like to get the plans approved first and then have the lot split approved contingent upon breaking ground on the house. Mrs. Lane stated that she believes that the lot split can be approved contingent upon the recording and final approval of the lot split, once the foundation of the new home is in place.


Lucius McKelvey
340 Bentleyville Road
New Dwelling/ Lot Split

Mr. Lucius McKelvey, homeowner, and Mr. Al Klauss with Anthony Paskevich, & Associates, were present at the meeting. Mr. Klauss stated that Mr. McKelvey is proposing to build a three bedroom, three bathroom house with a three-car garage. The footprint of the house will be 3,777 square feet; 5,595 square feet total including the garage and basement. Mr. Fritz informed the members that the two roof pitch requirement was met even though there appears to be several roof pitches; dormers and cupolas do not count. All materials will be natural products; real stone, asphalt shingles, real copper, and wood doors. Mr. McKelvey informed the members that he and his wife currently live in the Century home at 338 Bentleyville Road and will sell this existing house once the new dwelling is built. The plan is to move the existing barn to the property with the new house. The total acreage for both lots is 4.02 and the property where the new home will be built totals 2.02 acres. He stated that the foundation for the new home is already staked and in fact, he had a very large tree moved to a different location in order to build there and to save the tree. Only one Apple tree was removed for the placement of the driveway; no other trees will be removed. No new driveway access is required; an easement is already recorded with the County. All setback requirements are met and there are no notes from the Architect.

Mrs. Lane advised that the members can vote on both the new dwelling and the lot split right now, but as two different motions.

Mr. Stanard made a motion seconded by Mr. Bolek to approve the new dwelling located at 340 Bentleyville Road.

ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mr. Bolek, Mrs. Cooper, Ms. Corcoran, Mr. Fritz, Mr. Stanard
Nays: None 
Motion Carried 


Mr. Stanard made a motion seconded by Mr. Bolek to approve the lot split located at 340 Bentleyville Road contingent upon compliance with the notes on the plat, verification that the driveway easement language is correct and conforms to the Village requirements, and the recording of the lot split after the foundation of the house is constructed.

ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mr. Bolek, Mrs. Cooper, Ms. Corcoran, Mr. Fritz, Mr. Stanard
Nays: None 
Motion Carried 


Ilene Greenblatt
3830 Falls
Road Addition

Ms. Sally Levine was present at the meeting on behalf of Ilene Greenblatt. Ms. Levine stated that the applicant is proposing to build a master bathroom off the master bedroom. It is in an area that was previously an open area and at the east end of that, there is a deck that encompasses the house. The new addition will not go beyond the existing footprint and therefore will not change any of the setbacks; there are no riparian setback issues. Mr. Fritz stated that the Village Engineer expressed concern that the project will be in the flood plain, and although all the improvements will be above that flood plain, a flood plain development permit is still required. Mr. Filarski gave Ms. Levine information regarded obtaining the flood plain permit. The Village Architect approved the plans with no notes.

Mrs. Cooper made a motion seconded by Mr. Bolek to approve the addition located at 3830 Falls Road.

ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mr. Bolek, Mrs. Cooper, Ms. Corcoran, Mr. Fritz, Mr. Stanard
Nays: None 
Motion Carried 


Kathy & David Bronson
70 Old Plank Lane
Garage/Bedroom/Entry Addition

Mr. Richard Bozic, architect, was present at the meeting. Mr. Bozic stated that this addition is mainly to a main bedroom, which will include a large closet and a bathroom. He stated that the addition will also include a screened in porch, three-car garage, and long hallway along the living room space and re-roofing it all. The kitchen space will be remodeled as well. Mr. Bozic provided the board with the survey regarding the west side setback, since they are almost to the 35 foot setback requirement. Roof slopes and materials will match existing. There were notes on the plans from the Mr. Strichko relating to beam sizes and connections. Mr. Bozic stated that he has the structural information with him tonight. The Village Engineer also has notes regarding the installation of new drainage piping. Mr. Filarski informed Mr. Bozic that since they are right near the edge of the hillside protection area on the west side, they cannot rotate it or make it any bigger in that direction. He stated that the corner of the foundation of the existing garage already fell off. Mr. Bozic stated that they will be tearing down that existing garage. A survey was done and showed that there was some slippage on the hillside on that side. He stated that this proposed project is the result of some repair work that was attempted about a year ago, but it did not work and it became too elaborate to try to reinforce the hill, therefore the owner decided to abandon that whole area and build on the flat area on that lot.

Mr. Bolek made a motion seconded by Mr. Stanard to approve the garage, bedroom, and entry addition located at 70 Old Plank Lane, contingent upon compliance with the Village Engineer and Village Architect’s notes and with the condition that the west side yard setback will not encroach any farther.

ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mr. Bolek, Mrs. Cooper, Ms. Corcoran, Mr. Fritz, Mr. Stanard
Nays: None 
Motion Carried 


Amy Dickenson
220 Glen Road
Preliminary Discussion – New Dwelling

Mr. David Krebs was present at the meeting on behalf of Amy Dickenson. He stated that the owners have the end property near the cul-de-sac at the end of Glen Road. The property wraps around the cul-de-sac and there is also a steep wooded area that plateaus, which is where they are proposing to put the new dwelling. This will require the driveway to go up 18 to 20 feet. The house consists of single story and second story sections with a walk-out basement. The roof will be flat and the materials will be natural; stone and wood. Mr. Krebs stated that the owners intend on keeping all the large trees in the front. He stated that they will be putting the septic in the back yard on the leveled area, which is the only ideal spot to put it. The owners do want to clear out a little area to have an area of green lawn and put a stone retaining wall that will separate the lawn area from the natural wooded area. Mrs. Cooper commented that this house is very contemporary however there is another contemporary house in the area as well as a stone lodge down the street, so she thinks that it will fit well within the neighborhood. She asked if there were any safety issues regarding the cul-de-sac. Mr. Fritz stated that his only concern would be the one lane bridge; however, he feels that it is probably designed to accommodate the weight of fire/emergency vehicles. Mr. Filarski stated that there are no restrictions; from a maneuvering standpoint it might be a little tight but it is maneuverable. Mr. Krebs stated that his understanding was that the whole purpose of the cul-de-sac was to accommodate emergency vehicles. Mr. Bolek stated that he liked the mix of houses in the neighborhood and likes that way that it was designed to fit the property without creating an adverse effect.

Mr. Stanard made a motion seconded by Mr. Bolek to adjourn the meeting at 7:20pm.

ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Mr. Bolek, Mrs. Cooper, Ms. Corcoran, Mr. Fritz, Mr. Stanard
Nays: None 
Motion Carried 

Respectfully Submitted,
Sherri Arrietta, Clerk of Council