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BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
M I N U T E S
REGULAR MEETING
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1998
A Regular Meeting of the SOUTHOLD TOWN BOARD OF
APPEALS was held at the Southold Town Hall, 53095 Main Road,
Southold, New York 11971, on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1998
commencing at 6:30 o'clock p.m.
Present were:
Gerard P. Goehringer, Chairman
James Dinizio, Jr., Member
Lydia A. Tortora, Member
George Horning, Member
Lora S. Collins, Member
Linda Kowalski, Board Secretary
6:35 p.m. Gerard P. Goehringer, Chairman called the meeting to
order.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: The following public hearings were held. (A
written transcript of the hearings with verbatim statements has been
prepared separately for reference. )
6:35 6:38 p.m. Appl. No. 4545 - RONALD J. YEDLOUTSCHNIG.
Request for Variance regarding "as built" (existing) location of open
deck addition for which an application for a building permit was
disapproved by the building inspector on January 29, 1998 and
which Disapproval reads as follows: ". . .under Article XXIV, Section
100-244B for non-conforming lots, the 'as built' deck addition will
have a rear yard setback at 2716" +-. Lot areas of 20,000 to 39,000
sq. ft. require a rear yard setback of 50 feet. The existing
dwelling has a present non-conforming setback of 42 ft. +-. Action
required by the Board of Appeals. . . ." Location of Property: 250
Jernick Lane, Southold. County Parcel ID 1000-70-3-17. Lot size:
20,586 sf.. After receiving testimony, the Board rendered its
decision, which is attached as adopted and filed with the Town
Clerk's Office in accordance with New York Town Law.
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Regular Meeting - February 26, 1998 .
Southold Town Board of Appeals
7:09 - 7:18 p.m. Appl. No. 4541 - RUTH LEONARD. Request for
a Waiver under Article II, Section 100-26, based upon the Building
Inspector's January 7, 1998 Notice of Disapproval which reads as
follows: ".. .Both parcels being located in an R40 Zone: Tax Map
#1000-78-07-38 and 1000-78-07-39 are merged. These parcels do not
meet with the exceptions as specified under Article II 100-25C. . . See
attached determination by. Town Attorney. . .." 755 and 795 Cedar
Drive, Southold, NY. After receiving testimony, motion was made
by Chairman Goehringer and lost, to close the hearing. Instead the
Board rendered its decision, which is attached as adopted and filed
with the Town Clerk's Office in accordance with New York Town Law.
7:18 - 7:33 p.m. AppL No. 4540 - MELISSA SPIRO. Request for a
Waiver under Article II, Section 100-26 based upon the building
Inspector's January 6, 1998 Notice of Disapproval which reads as
follows: ".. .Both parcels being located in an R40 Zone, Tax Map
Numbers 1000-110-06-05 and 1000-110-06-11.2 are merged. These
parcels do not meet with the exceptions as specified under Article
II, 100-25C.. . Note: See attached determination by Town Attorney
which states that lots are not 'excepted . . . ." Location of
Property: 340 Glenwood Road and 295 East Road, Cutchogue. CTM
Lot 11.2 of 46,000 sf.. has a 1979 approval .under Board of Appeals
#2554 (Moebious Asssociates Minor Subdivision). Deborah Doty, Esq.
and Melissa -Spiro appeared in behalf of their application. Testimony
was submitted, and the applicants agreed to consult with their
attorney and respond to questions of the Board this evening if..
possible. Motion was made by Chairman Goehringer, seconded by .
Member Tortora, and duly carried, to RECESS for approximately 20
minutes. This Resolution was duly. adopted (5-0).
7:33 - 7:44 p.m. Appl. No. 4543 - ALICE KONTOKOSTA. Request
for a Variance based upon the Building Inspector's December 24,
1997 Notice of Disapproval which states that ".. .application dated
November 17, 1997 for a permit to replace an existing dwelling is
disapproved on the following grounds: the existing nonconforming
building containing a nonconforming use if. damaged by fire or other
causes to the extent of more than fifty percent (50 0) of its fair
value shall not be repaired or rebuilt unless such building is made
substantially to conform to the height and yard requirements of the
bulk schedule, Article XXIV, Section 100-242B-1. (Ref. all setbacks
under 100-244 and 100-239.4A). Location of Property: 54155 C.R.
48, Greenport, NY; Parcel ID #1000-52-1-2. Testimony from E.
Kontokosta, brother of the applicant, was submitted.
RESOLUTION: Following testimony, motion was made by Chairman
Goehringer, seconded by Member Tortora, and duly carried, to close
the hearing. This Resolution was duly adopted (5-0). (Please see
transcript of hearing with verbatim statements for reference as
needed.)
7:42 - 7:44 p.m. Two-Minute Recess was taken (for a break).
Motion was made by Member Horning, seconded by Chairman
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Goehringer, and duly carried, to reconvene the meeting at this
time. This Resolution was duly adopted (5-0).
7:44 - 7:45 p.m. Public Hearing Continued: Application of
MELISSA SPIRO AND OTHERS. On motion by Member Tortora,
seconded by Chairman Goehringer, it was
RESOLVED, to reconvene the hearing regarding the application
of Melissa Spiro and Others which was held earlier this evening.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: AYES: Goehringer, Dinizio, Tortora,
Horning, and Collins. This Resolution was duly adopted (5-0).
Attorney D. Doty, Esq. requested additional time and chose to leave
the hearing open so that she may contact the co-owners and respond
to the Board's questions. RESOLUTION: Motion was made by
Chairman Goehringer, seconded by Member Dinizio, and duly
carried, to RECESS this hearing without a date. This Resolution
was duly adopted (5-0).
7:45 - 8:52 p.m. Appl. No. 4537 .- REQUEST BY SOUTHOLD TOWN
BUILDING DEPARTMENT dated January. 6, 1998 for "Generic
Town-Wide Interpretation" with the following questions: "Is a
sculpture a "building" under the Code Definitions at Section 100-13,
since a sculpture does not have a roof and will not be intended for
shelter, business, housing or enclosing persons. Also is a sculpture
excepted under Section 100-230 under "Exemptions," or do the
height limitations of Section 100-33 apply. . .?"
8:52 - 9:00 p.m. RESOLUTION. Motion was made by Chairman
Goehringer, seconded by Member Tortora, and duly carried, to
recess for approximately 5 minutes (for a break). This Resolution
was duly adopted (5-0).
9:00 P.M. RESOLUTION. Motion was made by Chairman
Goehringer, seconded by Member Collins, and duly carried, to
reconvene the meeting. This Resolution was duly adopted (5-0).
9:00 - 10:05 p.m. Appl. No. 4466 - HAY HARBOR CLUB, Fishers
Island, hearing continuation. Patricia Moore, Esq. appeared with
representatives from the Hay Harbor Club regarding their
application. Additional testimony was . received. RESOLUTION:
After receiving testimony, motion was made by Chairman Goehringer,
seconded by Member Tortora, and duly carried, to CLOSE the
verbatim portion of the record based on receipt of written cost
estimates as discussed at tonight's hearing. Vote of the Board:
Ayes: Goehringer, Dinizio, Tortora, Horning, and Collins. This
Resolution was duly adopted (5-0).
10:05 - 10:20 p.m. Appl. No. 4535 - WILLIAM and PATRICIA
MOORE as contract vendees. Request for Special Exception under
y
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Regular Meeting - February 26, 1998
Southold Town Board of Appeals
Article IX, Section 100-71B(2) for principal offices (professional
and business) at 51020 Main Road, Southold, NY; 1000-70-2-8.
Zone District: Residential-Office. After receiving testimony,
motion was made by Chairman Goehringer, seconded by Member
Tortora,. and duly carried, to close the .hearing. This Resolution
was duly adopted (5-0)
End of Hearings.
DELIBERATIONS/DECISION: Appl. No. 4535 - WILLIAM AND
PATRICIA MOORE. (Mrs. Moore was present during this action.)
At the end of these Minutes, please find ' copy of official Board
Decision as adopted and filed with the Town Clerk's Office in
accordance with New York Town Law.
10:22 p.m. RESOLUTIONS (AGENDA ITEM IV)
A. On motion by Member Tortora, seconded by Member Collins,
and duly carried, it was
RESOLVED, to confirm advertisement of Appl. #4535.1t -
W. Moore: Special Exception for tonight's public hearing. Vote of
the Board: Ayes: Goehringer, Dinizio, Tortora, Horning, and
Collins. This Resolution was duly adopted (5-0)..
B. On motion by Chairman Goehringer, seconded by Member
Horning, and duly carried, it was
RESOLVED, to confirm and authorize advertising of the
following applications for public hearings to be held March 23,
1998:
1. Appl. No. 4548.1c - Jeffrey Worthington variance for
garage location.
2. Appl. No. 4549.jd - Carol and Anthony Losquadro, Jr.
variance for corral location for their two horses. Properties of
Losquadro and Tuthill, Boisseau Avenue, Southold.
3. New application submitted 2/25 by Peter Stoutenburgh
for Ruth Miller. Variance for proposed addition for sideyards_ 6400
Indian Neck Road, Peconic.
4. Appl. No. 4547.1t Riverhead Building Supply
variance (Board awaits maps, subject to review before advertising.
Six site plan prints and two use plans were submitted 2/26)).
5. Appl. No 4551.1c - KAYLA B. STOTSKY. 6' Fence
height. Osprey Neck Road, Greenport.
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Regular Meeting - February 26, 1998
Southold Town Board of Appeals
6. Possible new application by 3/2 Re: Principal Building
of Chet Orlowski for replacement of two windows with garage door
regarding nonconforming use Disapproval dated 2/20 by Building
Inspector under 100-241-A). N/s Main Road, Cutchogue. The
Board Secretary noted there is no survey of record with the owner
and no Certificate of Preexisting Use regarding this property.
7. George Livanos (Appl. No. 4552) for accessory location.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: Ayes: Goehringer, Dinizio, Tortora,
Horning, and Collins. This Resolution was duly adopted (5-0).
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10:25 p.m. RESOLUTION (Agenda Item III). No appearances were
made regarding this application. RESOLUTION: Motion was made
by Chairman Goehringer, seconded by Member Collins, and duly
carried, to close the entire record (written included) regarding
Appl. No. 4536 - INDEPENDENT GROUP HOME LIVING PROGRAM,
INC. Verbatim portion (hearing) was concluded on 1/22/98.
Resolution to close the written portion of this record.
Location of - Property: 51550 Main Road, Southold; 1000-61-3-1.
This Resolution was duly ADOPTED (5-0).
The remaining agenda items were carried over to the Tuesday,
March 3, 1998 Special Meeting of the Board. The Chairman
confirmed that the meeting would -be held in the Conference Room of
Town Hall, starting at 7:00 p.m. to continue the remaining agenda
items and new business properly coming before the Board at that
time.
MISCELLANEOUS, Agenda Item IV:
The following were noted as agenda items for tentative
Public Hearings to be held on April 19, 1998:
1. Appl. No. 4544.1t - H. Rosen (Owner: Booker)
Application for interpretation and if necessary, area variance for
applicant's radio transmission tower. LI Zone. 141-3-44. (Board
awaits information, subject to review before advertising.)
2. -3. Possible carryover hearing (when requested
by applicant Re: NYNEX at Mattituck and/or other pending
application).
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OTHER UPDATES (Agenda Item IV, continued):
* Update of Business Uses (Zoning) with. Code Committee
February 25, 1998 at 4 pm (L.C.); March 5 at 4:30 pm.
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Regular Meeting - February 26, 1998
Southold Town Board of Appeals
*REMINDER for Resolution at next meeting for draft
Minutes:
January 15, 1998
January 22, 1998
February 4, 1998
February 26, 1998.
* New procedures of the Building Department as per letter
stating that all agency approvals before receiving applications for
disapproval. (Exceptions are proposed lot line changes or new
subdivision projects.)
* NEW ZBA FILING PROCEDURES EFFECTIVE 2/26:
1) Submissions by applicants must include current written
Notice of Disapproval (before assigning board member or file
number). Incomplete ZBA applications in future will also be
returned to applicant;
2) After assignment of Special Exceptions to Assigned
Members, project will require preliminary review by Assigned Member
and RESOLUTION ' confirming Sections. of Code and type of area
variance(s) which may be necessary, before ' authorizing
advertisement.
* Assigned File #4542.1c - W. FINK and KEN SWANSON,
contract vendee. Proposed letter as drafted to Bruce Anderson
regarding copy of letter received from Building Department (copies
attached for board members). 1390 Willow Terrace Lane, Orient.
1000-26-2-25.
* Reviews. New applications: Appl. #4525.jd - T. PETIKAS
Special Exception and Appl. #4526.1t - T. PETIKAS Area variances.
(Carryover to next meeting for Board's review and confirmed
wording of advertising regarding area variances, before advertising.
(Recent Notice of Disapproval furnished addressed fence portion of
project but did not address other zoning areas because applicant
filed Special Exception.)
* OTHER REVIEW: New proposed Local Law regarding Site
Plans. (Copy in board member boxes 2/25);
* OTHER REVIEW: Await status from attorney for application
regarding pending application of Tonyes/Citgo.• For update at next
meeting.
The Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
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The Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Kowalski
B rd Secretary
App ed or, filin b / /98 r�1.
G rd P. Goehringer, Chairman
Attachments : Case Decisions (4)
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Southold Town Board of Appeals
The Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Kowalski
B rd Secretary
App ed or filing' b / /98 rd.
G rd P. Goehringer, Chairman
Attachments : Case Decisions (4) RECEIVED AND FILED BY
TIE SO UTHOLD TOW14 CLERK
D al / HOUR
2 Tow Clerk, Town of Southold
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Gerard P. Goehringer, Chairman c 1 53095 Main Road
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Lydia A.Tortora O Southold,New York 1:
Lora S. Collins 41, �a ZBA Fax(516)765-9
George Horning Telephone(516)765-7
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
FINDINGS, DELIBERATIONS AND DETERMINATION
REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 1998
Appl. No. 4545 - RONALD YEDLOUTSCHNIG 1000-70-3-17
STREET & LOCALITY: 250 Jernick Lane, Southold.
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: February 26, 1998
FINDINGS OF FACT.
PROPERTY FACTS/DESCRIPTION:
The above-identified property is located on the southerly side of Jernick
Lane, Southold. This property contains a total. area of 20,586 sq. ft.
and is located in the R-40 Residential Zone District. The survey map
submitted under this application shows that the subject premises is
improved with an one-story frame dwelling with attached garage and the
subject wooden deck at the rear.
BASIS OF APPEAL: Building Inspector's Action of Disapproval dated
January 29, 1998, which reads as follows:
"...under Article XXIV, Section 100-244B for non-conforming lots,
the 'as built' deck addition will have a rear yard setback at
2716" +-. Lot areas of 20,000 to 39,000 sq. ft. require a rear
yard setback of 50 feet. The existing dwelling has a present
non-conforming setback of 42 ft. +-. Action required by the Board
of Appeals... ."
AREA VARIANCE RELIEF REQUESTED BY APPLICANT: The request
made by applicant is for approval of an "as built" deck, 14.6 ft. by 12.3
ft. in size. The dwelling setback is shown on the February 25, 1983
survey map prepared by R. VanTuyl, P.C. to be 42 feet from the rear
lot line. The "as built" deck is 2618" from the rear property line
according to a statement of February 23, 1998 from J. Metzger, P.C.
relating to his survey map prepared November 27, 1997.
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Appl. #4545 R. Yedloutschnig (1000-70-3-17)
.Southold Town Board of Appeals
REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION, DESCRIBED BELOW:
The subject deck has been in place since at least 1983, and
possibly much longer; . the house was built in approximately 1972.
The size and appearance of the deck are not inconsistent with the
neighborhood features, and continued existence of the deck poses no
threat to the character of the neighborhood. The substandard rear
setback of the house (42 feet) largely reflects the shape of the lot,
which was created in. 1969. In the context of the lot's shape, there is
no method feasible and available to. the applicant for achieving the
benefit of a deck other than through an area variance.
The Board finds that the requested variance is not substantial, will
not have an adverse effect on physical or environmental conditions in the
neighborhood or district, and is the minimum necessary and adequate to
attain the benefit sought while also preserving and protecting the
neighborhood character and the health, safety 'and welfare of the
community.
RESOLUTION/ACTION: On motion by Member Collins, seconded by
Chairman Goehrnger, it was
RESOLVED, to GRANT the variance as applied for, SUBJECT to the
CONDITION that the deck shall remain open to the sky.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: AYES: MEMBERS GOEHRINGER, DINIZIO,.
TORTORA, COLLINS and HORNING. re n as y opted
GERARD P. GO IN R, 71R�
Approved for Filing
AS400/Actions.all/70-3-17
AppEALS BOARD MEMBERS ��gAFFOUr
Southold Town Hall
53095 Main Road
Gerard P. Goehringer, Chairman c
James Dinizio,Jr. y P.O. Box 1179
Lydia A.Tortora O Southold,New York 11971
O� ZBA Fax(516)765-9064
Lora S. Collins '?� Telephone(516)765-1809
George Horning
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
FINDINGS, DELIBERATIONS AND DETERMINATION
REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 1998
Appl. No. 4531 - DUANE PASCALE PARCEL 1000-87-3-8
STREET & LOCALITY: 3520 Minnehaha Boulevard, Southold
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: January 15 and 22, 1998
FINDINGS OF FACT
PROPERTY FACTS/DESCRIPTION:
This property is .located in an R-40 Low-Density Residential Zone
District, being situate on a substandard parcel of land containing 11,053
sq. ft. of total lot area confirmed by survey dated September 4, 1997,
prepared by John T. Metzger, Surveyor. The survey shows frontage
along Minnehaha Boulevard of 100 feet, frontage along Owaissa Avenue of
100.04 feet, and frontage along Corey Creek of 119.53 feet. The
premises is improved with a single-family dwelling (built about 1965)
with garage addition (built in 1988) and two accessory buildings. The
existing setbacks of the dwelling are presently shown at 28 ft. minimum
from Corey Creek (bulkhead), and at 8 A feet from the southerly front
property line along Owaissa Avenue. The total lot coverage of existing
buildings is confirmed by applicant as follows:
House (ground floor area) 1725 sq. ft.
Garage 384 sq. ft.
Accessory Building ("boathouse") 137 sq. ft.
Detached Shed 125 sq. ft.
Total Existing 2369 sq. ft.
BASIS OF APPEAL: Four Building Inspector Actions of Disapproval
noted below:
a) dated November 10, 1997 which reads as follows:
".. .the proposed deck addition of approximately 1000 sq. ft.
will exceed the allowable lot coverage of 2210 sq. ft. The existing
dwelling covers 2369 sq. ft. already exceeding the allowable
coverage by approx. 160 sq. ft. Note: ZBA Appl. #3784 11/16/88.
Therefore the total square footage would exceed the allowable
covering in an R40 Zone by approximately 1160 sq. ft. pursuant to
Article IIIA 100-30A.3...";'
b) dated .November 17, 1997 which reads as follows:
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Appl. No. 4532 - Duane Pascale
Property ID: 1000-87-3-8
". . .1. The proposed deck addition will encroach on the allowable
75' setback requirement to a bulkhead adjacent to tidal water
bodies, pursuant to Article XXiII, 100-239.4B, 2. the proposed
deck addition encroaches on the allowable front yard setback of a
non-conforming lot of under 20,000 sq. ft. in an R40 Zone.
The location of the encroachment is on the south side of the parcel
on Owaissa Avenue pursuant to Article XXIV, Section 100-244B.. .";
c) dated December 15, 1997, which reads as follows, and noted by
the Building Inspector as a revision to (a) .above as follows:
". . .exceed the allowable coverage in an R40 Zone by approximately
206 sq. ft. . . . This disapproval is based on the most recent
survey dated September 4th (sic), 1997...." Note: disapproval was
corrected to show survey was dated December 4, 1997;
d) dated January 5, 1998 which reads as follows, and noted by the
Building Inspector as revised:
". . .the proposed deck addition will exceed the allowable lot
coverage of 2401 sq. ft. The existing dwelling covers 2369 sq.
ft. The proposed deck addition is 1000 sq. ft. Therefore, the
total square footage would exceed the allowable coverage in an R40
Zone by approximately 968 sq. ft. pursuant to Article IIIA, Section
100-30A.3. Note: This disapproval is based on the most recent
survey with a revised date of December 4, 1997. . . ."
AREA VARIANCE RELIEF REQUESTED BY APPLICANT: To construct
new deck addition at the rear of dwelling. Relief sought was offered by
applicant as follows:
a) ORIGINAL RELIEF SOUGHT: 1000 sq. ft. deck with a total lot
coverage of 3,279 sf after allowing for removal of the "boathouse,"
and a minimum setback from the bulkhead of nine feet;
b) SECOND PLAN/RELIEF SOUGHT: total lot coverage of 2948 sq.
ft. with removal the "boathouse" structure; and proposed setback
from the bulkhead shown at a minimum of 1712" at its closest point;
c) THIRD ALTERNATIVE PLAN SOUGHT BY APPLICANT: total lot
coverage of 2904 sq. ft. and proposed setback to the bulkhead at a
minimum of 17'2" feet and 17 feet from the south/east corner of the
proposed deck to the current.southerly property line (along
Owaissa Avenue).
REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION, DESCRIBED BELOW:
(1) The granting of the area variance as originally applied for will
produce an undesirable change in character of neighborhood or a
detriment to nearby properties because, relative to the neighborhood,
the lot coverage of 29.7% would be excessively large and the setbacks
from bulkhead and Owaissa Avenue would be excessively small.
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Appl. No. 4532 - Duane .Pascale
Property ID: 1000-87-3-8
(2) The area variance, as applied for, is substantial.
(3) Because the benefit of an outdoor deck sought by the applicant
cannot be achieved by some method, feasible for applicant to pursue,
other than an area variance, , due to the size of the property, the
present construction, and today's code requirements, the Board has
considered alternatives to the relief originally sought, including the
alternatives presented by the applicant. The Board has determined to
deny the relief originally sought by the applicant and grant alternative
relief (noted below).
(4) The Board finds this action is the minimum necessary and adequate
and at the same time preserves and protects the character of- the
neighborhood, and the health, safety, welfare of the community.
(5) The variance will not have an adverse effect or impact on the
physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood or district.
RESOLUTION/ACTION: On motion by Member Dinizio, seconded by
Chairman Goehringer, it was
RESOLVED, to DENY the application as applied for, and to GRANT
ALTERNATIVE RELIEF FOR A DECK, OPEN TO THE SKY, TO BE
DESIGNED BY THE APPLICANT, AND SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
1. LOT COVERAGE: The total lot coverage, including principal
building (house) plus proposed deck addition, .and accessory buildings,
shall not exceed 24 percent of the total lot area of 11,053 sq. ft. which
is 2653 square feet. (This is based on the total lot area which
excludes the land claimed by the applicant on the right-of-way known as
Owaissa Avenue.) This 24% lot coverage limitation would allow options to
be decided by the application with respect to 'design provided it meets
the following additional conditions.
2. FRONT YARD: The southeasterly corner of the new deck
construction shall be no closer than 1712" to the southeasterly (front)
property line (excluding the right-of-way area on Owaissa Avenue).
3. REAR YARD: The rear yard setbacks:
a) at the north/east corner of the deck addition shall be
no closer than 28- feet to the inside of the bulkhead at - its closest
point; and
b) at the center portion of the deck shall be no closer
than 20 feet to the inside of the bulkhead at its closest point; and
c) at the south/east corner of the deck shall be no closer
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Appl. No. 4532 - Duane Pascale
Property ID: 1000-87-3-8
than 2113" to the inside of the bulkhead at its closest point.
4. DECK CONSTRUCTION: The deck shall remain open to the sky.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: AYES: MEMBERS GOEHRINGER, DINIZIO,
COLLINS, and HORNING. NAY: MEMBER TORTO his Resolution
was duly adopted (4-1).
ERARD P. GOEH G , C MAN
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APPEALS BOARD MEMBERS o�QgOFFO(,��,
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Gerard P. Goehringer,Chairman 53095 Main Road
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James Dinizio,Jr. y
Southold,New York 11971
Lydia A.Tortora •
Lora S. Collins y4j0 a0� ZBA Fax(516)765-9064
George Horning Telephone(516)765-1809
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
FINDINGS, DELIBERATIONS AND DETERMINATION
REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 1998
Appl. #4541 - RUTH LEONARD PARCEL: 1000-78-7-38 as one lot
. Adjoining Lot is identified as 1000-78-7-39
STREET & LOCALITY: 755 and 795 Case Drive, Southold.
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: February 26, 1998
FINDINGS OF FACT
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION/FACTS: The application and photocopy
of survey prepared by Otto VanTuyl, surveyor, dated June 20, 1963
indicates the following property facts with regard to the subject
property (pending building permit application with the Building
Department):
a) the subject Lot 38 is shown 75 feet wide along Cedar Lane
• and 265 feet in depth, which dimensions follow the original perimeter
as per deed establishing. the lot lines at the time of its creation,
evidenced by January 26, 1954 Deed at Liber 3660 page 90 dated and
Deed dated May 1974 at Liber 7641 page 473;
b) the subject lot contains 19,875+- sq. ft. in area and is
unimproved, vacant land.
REQUEST BY APPLICANT: Request for. Grant of a Waiver as
provided by Section 100-26 for Lot identified on the County Tax
Maps as District 1000, Section 78, Block 7, Lot 38, which dimensions
are confirmed by deed dated January 26., 1954. The adjoining lot
(1000-78-7-39) was created by Deed at Liber 2885 page 195 dated
October 9, 1948, consists of 19,875+- sq. ft. and' lot width of 75
feet, and is improved with an existing single-family , dwelling
(constructed in about 1965).
BASIS OF APPEAL: Building Inspector's Action of Disapproval dated
January 7, . 1998, Which reads as follows:
"Both parcels being located in an R40 Zone: Tax Map #1000-
78-07-38 and 1000-78-07-39 are merged. These parcels do not
meet with the exceptions as specified under Article II
100-25 C. . . See attached determination by Town Attorney. . . ."
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Parcel ID 1000-78-7-38 (and 39)
ZBA Meeting of February 26, 1998
REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION, DESCRIBED BELOW:
1. Merger of lots #38 and #39 occurred upon the death of the
applicant's (Ruth Leonard f/k/a Peck) husband on March 26, 1996.
Prior to that and for a period of 22 years, the lots were maintained
in separate ownership. Since 1974, vacant lot #38 has been owned
by Ruth Leonard, and the improved lot #39 was owned by Ruth
Leonard and Alexander Peck as joint tenants with right of
survivorship. Upon Mr. Peck's death in' 1996, his ownership
interest in lot #39 automatically passed to his wife, Ruth Leonard,
and the two lots merged pursuant to section 100-25 of the town code.
2. by way of attorney, applicant submitted a review of the
approximate sizes of 16 lots on Cedar Drive, which incorrectly
calculated the two individual lot sizes of the applicant's merged
39,750 sq. ft. lot, and excluded lots #30.1 and #29, which also have
street frontage on Cedar Drive.
3. Accordingly, the Board finds that there are presently 17 lots on
Cedar Drive. Nine lots #29, #30.1, #36, #42, #41.5, #40, #41, #5,
and merged Lots #38 and #39, are larger than the two 19,875 sq. ft.
lots that would be created by grant of a waiver of merger. One lot,
#37, is identical in size (19,875 sq. ft.) . Seven lots, #1, #2, #3,
#6, #7, #8, and #35 are smaller than 19,875 sq. ft.
4. The neighborhood is developed. Of the 17 lots, all are improved
with single-family residences, except lot #5 which is vacant. Lot
sizes range from 10,800 sq. ft. to 53,000 sq. ft. on Cedar. Drive.
RESOLUTION/ACTION: On motion by Member Tortora, seconded by
Member Dinizio, it was
RESOLVED, to GRANT the Waiver in accordance with the application
for the following reasons:
1. The two .lots were carefully maintained as separate entities for
22 years, and merger occurred inadvertently by death of the
applicant's husband in 1996.
2. The waiver will not result in a significant increase in the
density of the neighborhood because with the exception of one
vacant lot, all of the remaining lots on Cedar Drive are improved
with single-family dwellings.
3. The waiver would recognize a lot that is consistent with and
exceeds the size of 47 percent of the lots on Cedar Drive.
4. The waiver would recognize the original lot lines created by deed.
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Parcel ID 1000-78-7-38 (and 39)
ZBA Meeting of February 26, 1998
5. The natural details and character of the contours and slopes of
the lot will not be significantly changed or altered in any manner,
nor will there be a substantial filling of land affecting nearby
environmental or flood areas.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: AYES: Members Goehringer, Dinizio,
Tortora, Collins and Horning. This o u 'on wa ly opt
GERAR P. GOEHRI GER, AIRMAN
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APPEALS BOARD MEMBERS o��gOFFO(,�c
OG Southold Town Hall
Gerard P. Goehringer, Chairman cmy1 53095 Main Road
James Dinizio,Jr. y P.O. Box 1179
Southold,New York 11971 _
Lydia A.Tortora •
Lora S. Collins y O� ZBA Fax(516)765-90&'
George Horning ��1 �a Telephone(516)765-180� - . _ f"
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF.SOUTHOLD
FINDINGS, DELIBERATIONS AND DETERMINATION
ADOPTED AT REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 1998
Appl. No. 4535 - WILLIAM AND PAT MOORE, CONTRACT VENDEES
PARCEL ID: 1000-70-2-8
STREET & LOCALITY: 51020 Main Road, Southold
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: February 26, 1998
REQUEST MADE BY APPLICANT: This is a request made by the
applicants as contract vendees for a Special Exception to establish
principal (primary) ' use of 877 sq. ft. of professional office floor
area as shown on Plans dated February 4, 1998 prepared by Chorno
Associates, Architects, Planners, Quakertown, PA.
FINDINGS (PROPERTY DESCRIPTION):
DESCRIPTION: This property is located in an RO Residential-Office
Zone District, being situate on the easterly side of Main Road (a/k/a
State Route 25), Southold. It contains a total lot area of
40,000 sq. ft. and is , improved with a principal dwelling and
.accessory garage (ref. photocopy of survey prepared by Roderick
VanTuyl, P.C. dated May 1984) submitted for consideration and made
a part of the file. The February 4, 1998 Plan shows a total of
seven parking spaces and two spaces in the accessory garage, for a
total of nine parking spaces. A request is presently before the
Planning Board regarding a possible waiver of the site plan
requirements for this project, pending the outcome of the within ZBA
determination.
BASIS OF APPLICATION (CODE PROVISION): Chapter 100
"Zoning," .under Article VII, Section 100-71B(2) which provides for
principal professional office use by Special Exception issued by the
Board of Appeals.
REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION, DESCRIBED BELOW:
1. Professional offices and business offices are permitted in this
R/O Residential Office District under Section 100-71B(2) of the Town
Zoning Code, subject to special exception authorization of the Zoning
.Board of Appeals, and subject to the requirements imposed by such
zoning ordinance to assure that the proposed use is in harmony with
the zoning ordinance and will not adversely affect the neighborhood
if such requirements are met.
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2. 100-71B provides that not more than one use shall be allowed for
each forty thousand (40,000) square feet of lot area. the principal
use for professional and business offices with accessory storage are
the only principal use proposed for the lot. The use. and 40,000 sq.
ft. lot size comply with the provisions of 100-71B.
3'. The Board has considered the General Standards set forth under
Section 1010-263 and finds that:
A) The use will not prevent the orderly and reasonable use of
adjacent properties in the adjacent R/O District, or in the R-40 to
the east.
B) The use will not prevent orderly and reasonable use of
permitted or legally established uses in the district wherein the
proposed use is to be located or of permitted or legally established
uses in adjacent use districts;
C) The safety, health, welfare, comfort, convenience, and the
order of the town will not be adversely affected by the proposed use
and its location;
• D) The use will be in harmony with and promote the general
purposes and intent of the code;
E) The use is compatible with its surroundings and with the
character of the neighborhood and of the community in general,
particularly with regarding to visibility, scale and overall
appearance.
F) The structures, equipment and material will be accessible
for emergency protection.
4. The Board has reviewed other matters to be considered under
Section 100-264 and finds that no adverse conditions will result from
this authorization.
RESOLUTION/ACTION: On motion by Member Tortora, seconded by
Member Horning, it was
RESOLVED, to GRANT the use requested in this Special
Exception application SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. The 15-ft: driveway shall be designed and maintained to
provide access and egress to Route 25 (Main Road) to prevent
vehicles from backing out onto the Main Road.
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2. Site plan review, waiver or other authorization required by
the Southold Town Planning Board.
VOTE OF THE BOARD:. AYES: MEMBERS GOEHRINGER, DINIZIO,
TORTORA, HORNING and COLLI 's re s ly
adopted (5-0) .
GERARD P. GOE NG R, CH MAN
AS400/Actions-all/70-2-
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APPEALS BOARD MEMBERS �OgUFFO(�c
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Gerard R Goehringer, Chairman c yj 53095 Main Road
James Dinizio,Jr. ti z P.O. Box 1179
Lydia A.Tortora O Southold, New York 11971
Lora S. Collins 'y�lj O� ZBA Fax(516)765-9064
George Homing OI �a Telephone(516)765-1809
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
FINDINGS, DELIBERATIONS AND DETERMINATION
REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 1998
Appl. No. 4545 RONALD YEDLOUTSCHNIG 1000-70-3-17
STREET & LOCALITY: 250 Jernick Lane, Southold.
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: February 26, 1998
FINDINGS OF FACT.
PROPERTY FACTS/DESCRIPTION:
The above-identified property is located on the southerly side of Jernick
Lane; Southold. This property contains a total area of 20,586 sq. ft.
and is located in the R-40 Residential Zone District. The survey map
submitted under this application shows that the subject premises . is
improved with an one-story frame dwelling with attached garage and the
subject wooden deck at the rear.
BASIS OF APPEAL: Building Inspector's Action of Disapproval dated
January 29, 1998, which reads as follows:
" ..under Article XXIV, Section 100-244B for non-conforming lots,
the 'as built' deck addition will have a rear yard setback at
2716" +-. Lot areas of 20,000 to 39,000 sq. ft, require a rear
yard setback of 50 feet. The existing dwelling has a present
non-conforming setback of 42 ft. +-. Action required by the Board
of Appeals. .. ."
AREA VARIANCE RELIEF REQUESTED BY APPLICANT: The request
made by applicant is for approval of an "as built" deck, 14.6 ft. by 12.3
ft. in size. The dwelling setback is shown on the February 25, 1983
survey map prepared by R. VanTuyl, P.C. to be 42 feet from the rear
lot line. The "as built" deck is 26'8" from the rear property line
according to a statement of February 23, 1998 from J. Metzger, P.C.
relating to his survey map prepared November 27, 1997.
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REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION, DESCRIBED BELOW:
The subject deck has been in place since at least 1983, and
possibly much longer; . the house was built in approximately 1972.
The site and appearance of the deck are not inconsistent with the
neighborhood features, and continued existence of the deck poses no
threat to the character of the neighborhood. The substandard rear
setback of the house (42 feet) largely reflects the shape of the lot,
which was created in 1969. In the context of the lot's shape, there is
no method feasible and available to the applicant for achieving the
benefit of a deck other than through an area variance.
The Board finds that the requested variance is not substantial, will
not have an adverse effect on physical or environmental conditions in the
neighborhood or district, and is the minimum necessary and adequate to
attain the benefit sought while also preserving and protecting the
neighborhood character and the health, safety and welfare of the
community.
RESOLUTION/ACTION: On motion by Member Collins, seconded by
Chairman Goehringer, it was
RESOLVED, to GRANT the variance as applied for, SUBJECT to the
CONDITION that the deck shall remain ,open to the sky.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: AYES: MEMBERS GOEHRINGER, DINIZIO,.
TORTORA, COLLINS and HORNING. resol n was y ad opted
GERARD P. GOE IN R; C MAN
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APPEALS BOARD MEMBERS ��S�FFO(,��o
�p G Southold Town Hall
Gerard P. Goehringer, Chairman c y< 53095 Main Road
James Dinizio,Jr. y Z P.O.Box 1179
Southold,New York 11971
Lydia A.Tortora •
Lora S. Collins y�0 a0� ZBA Fax(516)765-9064
George Horning 1 Telephone(516)765-1809
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
FINDINGS, DELIBERATIONS AND DETERMINATION
REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 1998
Appl. No. 4531 - DUANE PASCALE PARCEL 1000-87-3-8
STREET & LOCALITY: 3520 Minnehaha Boulevard, Southold
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS: January 15 and 22, 1998
FINDINGS OF FACT
PROPERTY FACTS/DESCRIPTION:
This property is located in an R-40 Low-Density Residential Zone
District, being situate on a substandard parcel of land containing 11,053
sq. ft. of total lot area confirmed by survey dated September 4, 1997,
prepared by John T. Metzger, Surveyor. The survey shows frontage
along Minnehaha Boulevard. of 100 feet, frontage along Owaissa Avenue of
100.04 ' feet, and frontage along Corey Creek of 119.53 feet. The
premises is improved with a single-family dwelling (built about 1965)
with garage addition (built in 1988) and two accessory buildings. The
existing setbacks of the dwelling are presently shown at 28 ft. minimum
from Corey Creek (bulkhead), and at 8.1 feet from the southerly front
property line along Owaissa Avenue. The total lot coverage of existing
buildings is confirmed by applicant as follows:
House (ground floor area) 1725 sq. ft.
Garage 384 sq. ft.
Accessory Building ("boathouse") 137 sq. ft.
Detached Shed 125 sq. ft.
Total Existing 2369 sq. ft.
BASIS OF APPEAL: Four Building Inspector Actions of Disapproval
noted below:
a) dated November 10, 1997 which reads as f6llows:
". . .the proposed deck addition of approximately 1000 sq. ft.
will exceed the allowable lot coverage of 2210 sq. ft. The existing
dwelling covers 2369 sq. ft. already exceeding the allowable
coverage by approx. 160 sq. ft. Note: ZBA Appl. #3784 11/16/88.
Therefore the total square footage would exceed the allowable
covering in an R40 Zone by approximately 1160 sq. ft. pursuant to
Article IIIA 100-30A.3.. .";'
b) dated November 17, 1997 which reads as follows:
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Appl. No. 4532 - Duane Pascale
Property ID: 1000-87-3-8
". . .1. The proposed deck addition will encroach on the allowable
75' setback requirement to a bulkhead adjacent to tidal water
bodies, pursuant to Article XX1II, 100-239.4B, 2. the proposed
deck addition encroaches on the allowable front yard setback of a
non-conforming-lot of under 20,000 sq. ft. in an R40 Zone.
The location of the encroachment is on the south side of the parcel
on Owaissa Avenue pursuant to Article XXIV, Section 100-244B. . .";.
c) dated December 15, 1997, which reads as follows, and noted by
the Building Inspector as a revision to (a) above as follows:
". . .exceed the allowable coverage in an R40 Zone by approximately
206 sq. ft. .. . This disapproval is based on the most recent
survey dated September 4th (sic), 1997. . . ." Note: disapproval was
corrected to show survey was dated December 4, 1997;
d) dated January 5, 1998 which reads as follows, and noted by the
Building Inspector as revised:
".. .the proposed deck addition will exceed the allowable lot
coverage of 2401 sq. ft. The existing dwelling covers 2369 sq.
ft. The proposed deck addition is 1000 sq. ft. Therefore, the
total square footage would exceed the allowable coverage in an R40
Zone by approximately 968 sq. ft. pursuant to Article IIIA, Section
100-30A.3. Note: This disapproval is based on the most recent
survey with a revised date of December 4, 1997. . . ."
AREA VARIANCE RELIEF REQUESTED BY APPLICANT: To construct
new deck addition at the rear of dwelling. Relief sought was offered by
applicant as follows
a) ORIGINAL RELIEF SOUGHT: 1000 sq. ft. deck with a total lot
coverage of 3,279 sf after allowing for removal of the "boathouse,"
and a minimum setback from the bulkhead of nine feet;
b) SECOND PLAN/RELIEF SOUGHT: total lot coverage of 2948 sq.
ft. with removal the "boathouse" structure; and proposed setback
from the bulkhead shown at a minimum of 1712" at its closest point;
c) THIRD ALTERNATIVE PLAN SOUGHT BY APPLICANT: total lot
coverage of 2904 sq. ft. and proposed setback to the bulkhead at a
minimum of 17'2" feet and 17 feet from the south/east corner of the
proposed deck- to the current-southerly property line (along
Owaissa Avenue).
REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION, DESCRIBED BELOW:
(1) The granting of the area variance as originally applied for will
produce an undesirable change in character of neighborhood or a
detriment to nearby properties because, relative to the neighborhood,
the lot coverage of 29.7% would be excessively large and the setbacks
from bulkhead and Owaissa Avenue would be excessively small.
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Property ID: 1000-87-3-8
(2) The area variance, as applied for, is substantial.
(3) Because the benefit of an outdoor deck sought by the applicant
cannot be achieved by some method, feasible for applicant to pursue,
other than an area variance, due to the size of the property, the
present construction, and today's code requirements, the Board has
considered alternatives to the relief originally sought, including the
alternatives presented by the applicant. The Board has determined to
deny the relief originally sought by the applicant and grant alternative
relief (noted below).
(4) The Board finds this action is the minimum necessary and adequate
and at the same time preserves and protects the character of the
neighborhood, and the health, safety, welfare of the community.
(5) The variance will not have an adverse effect or impact on the
physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood or district.
RESOLUTION/ACTION: On motion by Member Dinizio, seconded by
Chairman Goehringer, it was
RESOLVED, to DENY the application as applied for, and to GRANT
ALTERNATIVE RELIEF FOR A DECK, OPEN TO THE SKY, TO BE
DESIGNED BY THE APPLICANT, AND SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
1. LOT COVERAGE: The total lot coverage, including principal
building (house) plus proposed deck addition, .and accessory buildings,
shall not exceed 24 percent of the total lot area of 11,053 sq. ft. which
is 2653 square feet. (This is based on the total lot area which
excludes the land claimed by the applicant on the right-of-way known as
Owaissa Avenue.) This 24% lot coverage limitation would allow options to
be decided by the application with respect to 'design provided it meets
the following additional conditions.
2. FRONT YARD: The southeasterly corner of the new deck
construction shall be no closer than 17'2" to the southeasterly (front)
property line (excluding the right-of-way area on Owaissa Avenue).
3. REAR YARD: The rear yard setbacks:
a) at the north/east corner of the deck addition shall be
no closer than 28- feet to the inside of the bulkhead at its closest
point; and
b) at the center portion of the deck shall be no closer
than 20 feet to the inside of the bulkhead at its closest point; and
c) at the south/east corner of the deck shall be no closer
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Appl. No. 4532 - Duane Pascale
Property ID: 1000-87-3-8
than 2113" to the inside of the bulkhead at its closest point.
4. DECK CONSTRUCTION: The deck shall remain open to the sky.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: AYES: MEMBERS GOEHRINGER, DINIZIO,
COLLINS, and HORNING. NAY: . MEMBER TORTO his Resolution
was duly adopted (4=1).
ERARD P. GOEH G , CH MAN
AS400/Actions.all/87-3-8
APPEALS BOARD MEMBERS O��gOFFO[�CO
� Southold Town Hall
Gerard P. Goehringer, Chairman c G?1 53095 Main Road
James Dinizio,Jr. W Z P.O. Box 1179
Lydia A.Tortora O Southold,New York 11971
y O� ZBA Fax(516)765-9064
Lora S. Collins
George Horning �Ol �a Telephone(516)765-1809
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
FINDINGS, DELIBERATIONS AND DETERMINATION
REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 1998
Appl. #4541 - RUTH LEONARD PARCEL: 1000-78-7-38 as one lot
Adjoining Lot is identified as 1000-78-7-39
STREET & LOCALITY: 755 and 795 Case Drive, Southold.
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: February 26, 1998
FINDINGS OF FACT
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION/FACTS: The application and photocopy
of survey prepared by Otto VanTuyl, surveyor, dated June 20, 1963
indicates the following property facts with regard to the subject
property (pending building permit application with the Building
Department) :
a). the subject Lot 38 is shown 75 feet wide along Cedar Lane
and 265 feet in depth, which dimensions follow the original perimeter
as per deed establishing the lot lines at the time of its creation,
evidenced by January 26, 1954 Deed at Liber 3660 page 90 dated and
Deed dated May 1974 at Liber 7641 page 473;
b) the subject lot contains 19,875+- sq. ft. in area and is
unimproved, vacant land.
REQUEST BY APPLICANT: Request for, Grant of a Waiver as
provided by Section 100-26 for Lot identified on the County Tax
Maps as District 1000, Section 78, Block 7, Lot 38, which dimensions
are confirmed by deed dated January 26, 1954. The adjoining lot
(1000-78-7-39) was created by Deed at Liber 2885 page 195 dated
October 9, 1948, consists of 19,875+- sq. ft. and lot width of 75
feet, and is improved with an existing single-family dwelling
(constructed in about 1965).
BASIS OF APPEAL: Building Inspector's Action of Disapproval dated.
January 7, 1998, Which reads as follows:
"Both parcels being located in an R40 Zone: Tax Map #1000-
78-07-38 and 1000-78-07-39 are merged. These parcels do not
meet with the exceptions as specified under Article II
100-25C. . . See attached determination by Town Attorney. . . ."
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Parcel ID 1000-78-7-38 (and 39)
ZBA Meeting of February 26, 1998
REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION, DESCRIBED BELOW:
1. Merger of lots #38 and #39 occurred upon the death of the
applicant's (Ruth Leonard f/k/a Peck) husband on March 26, 1996.
Prior to that and for a period of 22 years, the lots were maintained
in separate ownership. Since 1974, vacant lot #38 has been owned
by Ruth Leonard, and the improved lot #39 was owned by Ruth
Leonard and Alexander Peck as joint tenants with right of
survivorship. Upon Mr. Peck's death in' 1996, his ownership
interest in lot #39 automatically passed to his wife, Ruth Leonard,
and the two lots merged pursuant to section 100-25 of the town code.
2. by way of attorney, applicant submitted a review of the
approximate sizes of 16 lots on Cedar Drive, which incorrectly
calculated the two individual lot sizes of the applicant's merged
39,750 sq. ft. lot, and excluded lots #30.1 and #29, which also have
street frontage on Cedar Drive.
3. Accordingly, the Board finds that there are presently 17 lots on
Cedar Drive. Nine lots #29, #30.1, #36, #42, #41.5, #40, #41, #5,
and merged Lots #38 and #39, are larger than the two 19,875 sq. ft.
lots that would be created by grant of a waiver of merger. One lot,
#37, is identical in size (19,875 sq. ft.) . Seven lots, #1, #2, #3,
#6, #7, #8, and #35 are smaller than 19,875 sq. ft.
4. The neighborhood is developed. Of the 17 lots, all are improved
with single-family residences, except lot #5 which is vacant. Lot
sizes range from 10,800 sq. ft. to 53,000 sq. ft. on Cedar Drive.
RESOLUTION/ACTION: On motion by Member Tortora, seconded by
Member Dinizio, it was
RESOLVED, to GRANT the Waiver in accordance with the application
for the following reasons:
1. The two lots were carefully maintained as separate entities for
22 years, and merger occurred inadvertently by death of the
applicant's husband in 1996.
2. The waiver will not result in a significant increase in the
density of the neighborhood because with the exception of one
vacant lot, all of the remaining lots on Cedar Drive are improved
with single-family dwellings.
3. The waiver would recognize a lot that is consistent with and
exceeds the size of 47 percent of the lots on Cedar Drive.
4. The waiver would recognize the original lot lines created by deed.
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Parcel ID 1000-78-7-38 (and 39)
ZBA Meeting of February 26, 1998
5. The natural details and character of the contours and slopes of
the lot will not be significantly changed or altered in any manner,
nor will there be a substantial filling of land affecting nearby
environmental or flood areas.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: AYES: Members Goehringer, Dinizio,
Tortora, Collins and Horning. This o u 'on wa ly opt .
GERAR P. GO HRI GER, AIRMAN
AS400/Actions.all/78-7-38
APPEALS BOARD MEMBERS Q$UfFO(�-COG Southold Town Hall
Gerard P. Goehringer, Chairman c yJ►c 53095 Main Road
James Dinizio,Jr. y Z P.O. Box 1179
Southold,New York 11971
Lydia A.Tortora �py ��� ZBA Fax(516)765-9064
Lora S. Collins '�O,( �George Horning Telephone(516)765-1809
BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
FINDINGS, DELIBERATIONS AND DETERMINATION
ADOPTED AT REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 1998
Appl. No. 4535 - WILLIAM AND PAT MOORE, CONTRACT VENDEES
PARCEL ID: 1000-70-2-8
STREET & LOCALITY: 51020 Main Road, Southold
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: February 26, 1998
REQUEST MADE BY APPLICANT: This is a request made by the
applicants as contract vendees for a Special Exception to establish
principal (primary) *use of 877 sq. ft. of professional office floor
area as shown on Plans dated February 4, 1998 prepared by Chorno
Associates, Architects, Planners, Quakertown, PA.
FINDINGS (PROPERTY DESCRIPTION):
DESCRIPTION: This property is located in an RO Residential-Office
Zone District, being situate on the easterly side of Main Road (a/k/a
State Route 25), Southold. It contains a total lot area of
40,000 sq. ft. and is . improved with a principal dwelling and
accessory garage (ref. photocopy of survey prepared by Roderick
VanTuyl, P.C.- dated May 1984) submitted for consideration and made
a part of the file. The February 4, 1998 Plan shows a total of
seven parking spaces and two spaces in the accessory garage, for a
total of nine parking spaces. A request is presently before the
Planning Board regarding a possible waiver of the site plan
requirements for this project, pending the outcome of the within ZBA
determination.
BASIS OF APPLICATION (CODE PROVISION): Chapter 100
"Zoning," under Article VII, Section 100-71B(2) which provides for
principal professional office use by Special Exception issued by the
Board of Appeals.
REASONS FOR BOARD ACTION, DESCRIBED BELOW:
1. Professional offices and business offices are permitted in this
R/O Residential Office District under Section 100-71B(2) of the Town
Zoning Code, subject to special exception authorization of the Zoning
Board of Appeals, and subject to the requirements imposed by such
zoning ordinance to assure that the proposed use is in harmony with
the zoning ordinance and will not adversely affect the neighborhood
if such requirements are met.
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2. 100-71B provides that not more than one use shall be allowed for
each forty thousand (40,000) square feet of lot area. the principal
use for professional and business offices with accessory storage are
the only principal use. proposed for the lot. The use and 40,000 sq.
ft. lot size comply with the provisions of 100-71B.
3'. The Board has considered the General Standards set forth under
Section 1010-263 and finds that:
A) The use will not prevent the orderly and reasonable use of
adjacent properties in the adjacent R/O District, or in the R-40 to
the east.
B) The use will not prevent orderly and reasonable use of
permitted or legally established uses in the district wherein the
proposed use is to be located or of" permitted or legally established
uses in adjacent use districts;
C) The safety, health, welfare, comfort, convenience, and the
order of the town will not be adversely affected by the proposed use
and its location;
D) The use will be in harmony with and promote the general
purposes and intent of the code;
E) The use is compatible with its surroundings and with the
character of the neighborhood and of the community in general,
particularly with regarding to visibility, scale and overall
appearance.
F) The structures, equipment and material will be accessible
for emergency protection.
4. The Board has reviewed other matters to be considered under
Section 100-264 and finds that no adverse conditions will result from
this authorization.
RESOLUTION/ACTION: On motion by Member Tortora, seconded by
Member Horning, it was
RESOLVED, to GRANT the use requested in this Special
Exception application SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. The 15-ft. driveway shall be designed and maintained to
provide access and egress to Route 25 (Main Road) to prevent
vehicles from backing out onto the Main Road.
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2. Site plan review, waiver or other authorization required by
the Southold Town Planning Board.
VOTE OF THE BOARD: AYES: MEMBERS GOEHRINGER, DINIZIO,
TORTORA, HORNING and COLLI is re s ly
adopted (5-0) .
GERARD P. GOE NG R, CH MAN
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