Planning Commission

- Barbara Nelson William Dunne Chair Commissioner Phone (518) 279-7168 Planning Commission Phone (518) 279-7166 Fax (518) 270-4642 NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING Fax (518) 270-4642 Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Troy, New York will conduct a public hearing on Thursday December 12, 2013 at 6:00 P.M. in the 5th Floor Planning Department Hearing Room of The Hedley Building, in order to hear and decide on proposals for development as follows: Full Review Agenda PC2013-065 Site Plan Review of a proposal to demolish 2 buildings and construct a Stewarts Shop. Project location is 9 112th Street, a B-2 Zone, ID 80.63-6-10. Applicant is Stewarts Shops, PO Box 435, Saratoga, NY 12866. PC2013-067 Site Plan Review of a proposal to construct a new academic structure for CEO Youth Build. Project location is 2347 5th Ave, an HWD Zone, ID 101.30-7-8. Applicant is Dennis Riguso, 6 Chelsea Place, Clifton Park, NY 12065. PC2013-068 Site Plan Review of a proposal to occupy a vacant storefront as a retail shop. Project location is 95 4th Street, a B-4 Zone, ID 101.53-9-14. Applicant is David Swart, 95 4th Street, Troy, NY 12180. PC2013-069 Site Plan Review of a proposal to rehabilitate a building with multiple uses. Project location is 16 1st Street, a B-4 Zone, ID 101.53-7-11. Applicant is Jeff Buell, 9 1st Street, Troy, NY 12180 PC2013-070 Site Plan Review of a proposal to reoccupy a vacant bar. Project location is 87 4th Street, a B-4 Zone, ID 101.53-9-10. Applicant is Nicholas Laguerre, 87 4th Street, Troy, NY 12180. PC2013-071 Site Plan Review of a proposal to demolish an existing garage and construct a new garage. Project location is 9 Myrtle Ave, an R-1 Zone, ID 112.49-3-9. Applicant is Paul Yonkers (contractor), 33 liberty Road, Troy, NY 12180. Removed PC2013-072 Site Plan Review of a proposal to subdivide a parcel for the construction of a pad site. Project location is Hudson Valley Plaza, 79 Vandenburgh Ave, a B-3 Zone ID 123.21-1-23. Applicant is RDM Surveying, 8 Grange Road, Troy, NY 12180. Should any unforeseen events occur, any of the proposals noted herein may not be reviewed at said hearing. Any proposals previously tabled by the Commission may be reviewed at this hearing without benefit of public notice. Any other proposals reviewed by the Commission at this hearing will receive publication in this newspaper at least five days prior to the hearing date. Auxiliary aids and services are available for individuals or groups with disabilities. Please provide one-week advance notice for such service. For information contact the Troy Planning Department at 279-7168. Any person having interest in the above matters will be heard at said time and place. Planning Commission of the City of Troy, New York Andrew Petersen Staff Report # PC2013-065 Applicant: Stewarts Shops Project Summary: PC2013-065 Site Plan Review of a proposal to demolish 2 buildings and construct a Stewarts Shop. Project location is 9 112th Street, a B-2 Zone, ID 80.63-6-10. Applicant is Stewarts Shops, PO Box 435, Saratoga, NY 12866. SEQRA : Pursuant to 6 N.Y.C.R.R. Part 617, the described proposal is subject to the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is classified as an Unlisted action. The applicant has completed an Environmental Assessment Form (E.A.F.), and based upon the submission of an EAF adequate information is available to determine that no significant impacts are likely to occur as a result of this proposal. No Federal agencies are involved; no other agencies are known to be involved. Prior Planning Board Action NONE Prior Zoning Board NOT REQUIRED Site Design Review:  Applicant proposes to construct a new Stewarts Shop at the site of an existing Stewarts Shop. The overall site plan calls for the acquisition of the parcel located to the north of the existing Stewarts (both the house and vacant lot). The existing home is to be removed. The new structure will be constructed on this portion of the lot while the existing structure remains. Once construction completes the existing Stewarts will be demolished and gas pumps relocated to this area. Throughout the phases of construction the site will remain in full operation.  The existing structure 845 Second Ave will be removed. The applicant will do a pre and post survey of the adjacent structure. This visual / structural survey will be detailed by the City Engineers. The structure will be removed in accordance with a demolition plan to be prepared by the City Engineer. After construction of the new store the existing store will be removed.  Applicant proposes a single egress ingress point on 112th Street and a single egress/ingress on 2nd Ave. Access from the alley is also proposed.  Applicant will install a dumpster and enclosure to the northern rear of the property. A stockade vinyl fence and landscape buffer approximately 10 feet in width will be constructed to the side of the building where it abuts the residential 487 2nd Ave.  Applicant will construct a monument style sign using the nearby CVS and Mr. Subb as examples for scale and location.  Applicant will install street trees where required by the 112th Street, Lansingburgh Village Study.  A patio for exterior seating is proposed along 2nd Ave at store front. Stipulations Applicant shall install decorative fence along perimeter for gateway appearance. Further details per A Petersen Removal of parking spot #1 from site plan adjacent to entrance from 2nd Ave. All projects approved are to be reviewed in accordance with the 2010 NYS Building Code, NYS Fire Code and all other applicable codes. Staff Report # PC2013-067 Applicant: Dennis Riguso for CEO. Project Summary: PC2013-067 Site Plan Review of a proposal to construct a new academic structure for CEO Youth Build. Project location is 2347 5th Ave, an HWD Zone, ID 101.30-7-8. Applicant is Dennis Riguso, 6 Chelsea Place, Clifton Park, NY 12065. SEQRA : Pursuant to 6 N.Y.C.R.R. Part 617, the described proposal is subject to the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is classified as an Unlisted action. The applicant has completed an Environmental Assessment Form (E.A.F.), and based upon the submission of an EAF adequate information is available to determine that no significant impacts are likely to occur as a result of this proposal. No Federal agencies are involved; no other agencies are known to be involved. Prior Planning Board Action NONE Prior Zoning Board NOT REQUIRED Site Design Review:  Applicant proposes to construct a new 5000sf education center for CEO Youth Build.  Per Hoosick Street overlay the building will be constructed to the sidewalk and will include sufficient parking to the rear of the building.  Wall pack lighting will be installed around the perimeter of the building  Dumpster to be located to the south east corner of the rear parking area in approved dumpster enclosure.  The building will have multiple classrooms, offices and storage for construction materials and weatherization program.  Structure is 2 story brick and concrete structure to compliment existing Joseph Bruno Building across street and administrative offices adjacent to the site.  Signage to conform to HWD Zone.  Applicant proposes storm water management system that contains all surface runoff in underground storage to be dispersed into Rock Alley separated system  The demolition of a 2 bay garage on site will occur upon approval.  The applicant will construct a retaining wall across the rear of the property to maintain grade with 5th Ave. Stipulations All projects approved are to be reviewed in accordance with the 2010 NYS Building Code, NYS Fire Code and all other applicable codes.  ZONING REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED ACTUAL LOT AREA 16,310 SF LOT COVERAGE MAX 80% = 13,048 SF 5,200 SF SETBACKS FRONT 20'-0" MAX, 0'-0" MIN. 0'-0" REAR MIN 20'-0" 20'-0" SIDE NONE 10'-0", 0'-0" BUILDING HEIGHT MAX = 70'-0" 30'-0" +/- ROCK ALLEY GREEN SPACE NONE 3,250 SF PARKING COMMERCIAL/ACADEMIC 1790 SF 1SPACE PER 1000SF 14 SPACES OFFICES >3000SF 2 PER 1,000SF WAREHOUSE 1217 SF 1 SPACE PER 4,000 SF & 1 PER EMPLOYEE NEW LOADING GRAVEL DRIVE DOCK RETAINING WALL X X X NEW FENCED IN X X X DUMPSTER AREA PROPOSED DEMO OF X X REAR MIN BUILDING EXISTING GARAGE X SETBACK LINE X X X X X X X LAND OWNED BY NYS HOOSICK STREET LAND OWNED BY NYS FRONT MAX BUILDING SETBACK LINE CONCRETE WALK CONCRETE WALK N FIFTH AVENUE 1 Presentation - Site Plan 3/32" = 1'-0" Youth Build Center and Administration Building Commission on Economic Opportunity 12.05.13  Weatherization 606 SF Facilities 622 SF 90' - 0" Caged Tool Room 67 SF Break Out Room 141 SF Elect/Mech 80 SF Training Room B 480 SF Men Women 140 SF 140 SF Reception 115 SF Stair 283 SF 45' - 6" Corridor 359 SF Sprinkler Mechanical Classrooms 23 SF 24 SF 607 SF Vestibule 77 SF Training Room A 709 SF 87' - 0" Presentation - First Floor 1 3/16" = 1'-0" N Youth Build Center and Administration Building Commission on Economic Opportunity 12.05.13  31' - 0" 90' - 0" Janitor 25 SF Unisex 75 SF Office 361 SF OPEN TO BELOW Mech 227 SF Break Room 71 SF Stair 215 SF 45' - 6" Office 191 SF Office 93 SF Office Office 94 SF Office Office 107 SF 102 SF 101 SF Office 104 SF Office 100 SF Office Office 95 SF 95 SF Office 114 SF 87' - 0" 1 Presentation - Second Floor 3/16" = 1'-0" N Youth Build Center and Administration Building Commission on Economic Opportunity 12.05.13  BUILT UP EIFS CORNICE EIFS BUILT UP EIFS TRIM 31' - 0" BRICK LIMESTONE OR SIMILAR East Elevation - Presentation 2 1/4" = 1'-0" BUILT UP EIFS CORNICE EIFS BUILT UP EIFS TRIM BRICK LIMESTONE OR SIMILAR North Elevation - Presentation 1 1/4" = 1'-0" Youth Build Center and Administration Building Commission on Economic Opportunity 12.05.13  BUILT UP EIFS CORNICE EIFS BUILT UP EIFS TRIM BRICK LIMESTONE OR SIMILAR South Elevation - Presentation 2 1/4" = 1'-0" BUILT UP EIFS CORNICE EIFS LIMESTONE OR SIMILAR West Elevation - Presentation 1 1/4" = 1'-0" Youth Build Center and Administration Building Commission on Economic Opportunity 12.05.13 Youth Build Center and Administration Building Commission on Economic Opportunity 12.05.13 Staff Report # PC2013-068 Applicant: David Swart Apollo’s Den Project Summary: PC2013-068 Site Plan Review of a proposal to occupy a vacant storefront as a retail shop. Project location is 95 4th Street, a B-4 Zone, ID 101.53-9-14. Applicant is David Swart, 95 4th Street, Troy, NY 12180. SEQRA : Pursuant to 6 N.Y.C.R.R. Part 617, the described proposal is subject to the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is classified as an Unlisted action. The applicant has completed an Environmental Assessment Form (E.A.F.), and based upon the submission of an EAF adequate information is available to determine that no significant impacts are likely to occur as a result of this proposal. No Federal agencies are involved; no other agencies are known to be involved. Prior Planning Board Action NONE Prior Zoning Board NOT REQUIRED Site Design Review:  Applicant proposes to occupy a vacant storefront with a retail shop “Apollo’s Den” at 95 4th Street, site of a former tattoo parlor.  Applicant will sell primarily glassware  Applicant will sell tobacco related glassware. These items are proposed to be in the rear upper level of the space to be occupied.  Hours of Operation 10 – 7 Monday – Friday 10 – 4 Saturday and Sunday with 2-3 employees operating the store. Stipulations Signage to be approved by HRC No display of tobacco / smoking paraphernalia in storefront windows (A and B per floorplan) All projects approved are to be reviewed in accordance with the 2010 NYS Building Code, NYS Fire Code and all other applicable codes. Staff Report # PC2013-069 Applicant: Jeff Buell Project Summary: PC2013-069 Site Plan Review of a proposal to rehabilitate a building with multiple uses. Project location is 16 1st Street, a B-4 Zone, ID 101.53-7-11. Applicant is Jeff Buell, 9 1st Street, Troy, NY 12180 SEQRA : Pursuant to 6 N.Y.C.R.R. Part 617, the described proposal is subject to the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is classified as an Unlisted action. The applicant has completed an Environmental Assessment Form (E.A.F.), and based upon the submission of an EAF adequate information is available to determine that no significant impacts are likely to occur as a result of this proposal. No Federal agencies are involved; no other agencies are known to be involved. Prior Planning Board Action NONE Prior Zoning Board NOT REQUIRED Site Design Review:  Applicant proposes to rehabilitate the property at 16 First Street, comprised of 3 separate buildings with storefronts on both 1st Street and State Street.  The lower levels will retain 2 existing uses, a new tenant and a available unit.  The upper floors will be converted into 10 apartments ranging in size from 600sf – 1700 sf and consist of 1 and 2 bedroom units.  Trash will be contained to an enclosure the north east of the building (exisiting) Stipulations Signage and exterior modifications to be approved by HRC All projects approved are to be reviewed in accordance with the 2010 NYS Building Code, NYS Fire Code and all other applicable codes. Staff Report # PC2013-070 Applicant: Nicholas Laguerre Project Summary: PC2013-070 Site Plan Review of a proposal to reoccupy a vacant bar. Project location is 87 4th Street, a B-4 Zone, ID 101.53-9-10. Applicant is Nicholas Laguerre, 87 4th Street, Troy, NY 12180. SEQRA : Pursuant to 6 N.Y.C.R.R. Part 617, the described proposal is subject to the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is classified as an Unlisted action. The applicant has completed an Environmental Assessment Form (E.A.F.), and based upon the submission of an EAF adequate information is available to determine that no significant impacts are likely to occur as a result of this proposal. No Federal agencies are involved; no other agencies are known to be involved. Prior Planning Board Action NONE Prior Zoning Board NOT REQUIRED Site Design Review:  Applicant proposes to reoccupy a bar “Cheers”  Hours of operation Monday - Thursday 4-2 Friday – Saturday 4-4.  Applicant has agreed to install cigarette and trash receptacle to the front of the building. Stipulations Signage and exterior modifications to be approved by HRC Hours of Operation not to exceed 2AM Applicant shall repair / replace or remove awning Gathering in courtyard is prohibited. Applicant must install trash and cigarette receptacles in front of building A scaled drawing indicating exact number of seats and square footage is required for final occupancy number to be issued. All projects approved are to be reviewed in accordance with the 2010 NYS Building Code, NYS Fire Code and all other applicable codes. Staff Report # PC2013-072 Applicant: RDM Surveying for Nigro Companies Project Summary: PC2013-072 Site Plan Review of a proposal to subdivide a parcel for the construction of a pad site. Project location is Hudson Valley Plaza, 79 Vandenburgh Ave, a B-3 Zone ID 123.21-1-23. Applicant is RDM Surveying, 8 Grange Road, Troy, NY 12180. SEQRA : Pursuant to 6 N.Y.C.R.R. Part 617, the described proposal is subject to the State Environmental Quality Review Act and is classified as an Unlisted action. The applicant has completed an Environmental Assessment Form (E.A.F.), and based upon the submission of an EAF adequate information is available to determine that no significant impacts are likely to occur as a result of this proposal. No Federal agencies are involved; no other agencies are known to be involved. Prior Planning Board Action NONE Prior Zoning Board NOT REQUIRED Site Design Review:  The applicant proposes to subdivide a parcel for the construction of a “pad site” for the construction of a stand alone pharmacy store.  The application is within 500 feet of a municipal border. Notification has been sent to Rensselaer County Planning and The Town of North Greenbush to solicited comment.  The site is approximately 195x135 and meets zoning requirements. A series of easements will allow for operators of the site to access via plaza ingress egress and across parking areas.  A site plan is forthcoming with specifics of the site, the building, the use and amenities. This will be reviewed separate of this approval. Stipulations Applicant will reappear for Site Plan Review with a full site plan including 21 elements of a Site Plan furnished by the Planning Department in addition to a lighting and landscape plan and Storm water Prevention Plan. All projects approved are to be reviewed in accordance with the 2010 NYS Building Code, NYS Fire Code and all other applicable codes.