Board of Adjustment

Tenafly Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting 7:30 P.M. November 1, 2021 Minutes Roll Call Present: Mr. Brensilber, Mr. Callahan, Mr. Cytryn, Mr. Friedman, Mr. Kominsky, Mr. Lieberman, Mr. Steinhagen, Ms. Toro Absent: Mr. Cho Also present: Mr. Capizzi, Ms. Chalarca, Ms. Lopez, Mr. Madaio, Mr. McClellan, Harel N., Robin Pierce, Mr. Rapaport, Yaron, Mr. Zenn, Open Public Meeting Act Statement Communications: Mr. Kominsky stated there was a request dated 09/22/2021 from Mr. & Mrs. Koo for 108 County Road for an extension of time. Mr. Kominsky stated the extension was granted for one year, on 11/05/2019 until 10/05/2020. Mr. Cytryn inquired whether there was any reason to not grant a second year extension after an extension had already been approved. Mr. Zenn stated one additional year is allowed to be granted. Mr. Steinhagen and Mr. Kominsky asked Mr. Capizzi, as he was the lawyer who represented the applicant, if he was aware as to why a second extension was being requested. Mr. Capizzi stated the application requested the extension on their own behalf. Mr. Friedman stated the applicants had commented on concerns regarding business which had prevented them from beginning any work. A motion was made by Mr. Friedman and seconded by Mr. Steinhagen to approve an extension for one year. A voice vote carried the motion. All were in favor; none were opposed. Levi c/o 154 E. Clinton LLC- 68 Ridge Road- Construct a single family home and retaining wall. Attorney Mr. Capizzi stated that the application for 68 Ridge Road is being withdrawn. Skulnik - 44 Old Smith Road - Addition to existing home and garage and patio Attorney Mr. Capizzi stated there were some issues with the plan elements that the applicant was working through with the engineer; therefore, they are not in a position to proceed this evening. Mr. Capizzi stated they hope to be in a position to proceed at the December board meeting. Mr. Zenn stated on record to members of the public that the application for 44 Old Smith Road would not be heard tonight. Mr. Kominsky confirmed with Ms. Chalarca if there was room at the next meeting to hear the application. Ms. Chalarca confirmed there was room at the next meeting scheduled for December 6th, 2021. Approved Denial Resolution: 1- Brambani c/o K&B Home Solutions, LLC - 18 Standish Court - Enlarge garage, add master bedroom and bathroom A motion was made by Mr. Friedman and seconded by Mr. Lieberman to approve the resolution for denial for 18 Standish Court. The roll was called, and the motion was carried. Voting YES: Mr. Brensilber, Mr. Callahan, Mr. Friedman, Mr. Lieberman. Voting NO: No one. The motion was passed 4-0. Approval of Minutes- October 4, 2021 A motion was made by Mr. Friedman and seconded by Mr. Cytryn to approve the minutes of October 4, 2021. A voice vote carried the motion. All voted in favor; none were opposed. Old Business: 1. Ranawat - 248 Devon Road Mr. Zenn reviewed the eligible board members in regard to the Ranawat application and confirmed there were six eligible members present at the meeting. Mr. Madaio expressed his concerns proceeding with the vote with less than seven eligible members available. Mr. Callahan stated that he will listen to the recording of the previous meetings in preparation to vote at the next board meeting. Mr. Zenn confirmed the members of the board would have to decide how to proceed with the application as it was heard in July and August and then carried over into September and October. It was agreed that the application would be carried over to the next board meeting on December 6th, 2021. New Business: 1. 57 Norman Place, LLC- Construction of a new single family home Attorney Mr. Capizzi was present with architect Uri Rapaport and engineer Sean McClellan on behalf of the applicant for 57 Norman Place, LLC. The application is requesting to construct a new single family home. Mr. Capizzi stated that the lot for the application is located in the borough’s R10 zone that requires 80 feet or frontage and the lot only has 50 feet of frontage. Mr. Capizzi stated 15ft of size yard is required but 10ft is being proposed. Mr. Capizzi stated the application is requesting variance for side yard setback and combined side yard setback. Architect, Mr. Rapaport was sworn in. Mr. Rapaport presented the architectural plans to the board. Mr. Rapaport presented the floor plans of the house being proposed. Mr. Rapaport stated the garage would be at the level of the basement. In response to questions from the board, Mr. Rapaport clarified the position of the driveway. Mr. Rapaport confirmed the tree in front of the home would be removed. A motion was made by Mr. Steinhagen and seconded by Mr. Friedman to go into executive session. A voice vote carried the motion. All were in favor; none were opposed. Executive Session: 57 Norman Place, LLC Mr. Friedman stated he believes the application is reasonable and they have received similar applications. Mr. Steinhagen stated he was in agreement with Mr. Friedman and putting the driveway off of the side property line is good due to the way the property slopes. Mr. Brensilber stated he does not believe the lot cannot accommodate what is being proposed. Mr. Brensilber stated Norman Place has improved overall. Mr. Cytryn stated he concurs with Mr. Friedman regarding the application. A motion was made by Mr. Cytryn and seconded by Mr. Steinhagen to approve the application. A voice vote carried the motion. The roll was called, and the motion was carried. Voting YES: Mr. Callahan, Mr. Cytryn, Mr. Friedman, Mr. Kominsky, Mr. Lieberman, Mr. Steinhagen. Voting NO: Mr. Brensilber. The motion was passed 6-1. Additional Comments Mr. Friedman inquired about how the next board meeting would proceed; whether in person or remote. Mr. Zenn confirmed the meeting for December would be remote. Adjournment A motion was made by Mr. Brensilber and seconded by Mr. Friedman to adjourn the meeting at 8:30pm. A voice vote carried the motion. All were in favor; none were opposed. Respectfully submitted, Monica Chalarca Board Secretary