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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1000-55.-3-6.4, 6.5 & 7 OFFICE LOCATION: ��0f S0(/jyO MAILING ADDRESS: Town Hall Annex ,`0 l0 P.O. Box 1179 54375 State Route 25 Southold, NY 11971 (cor. Main Rd. &Youngs Ave.) N Telephone: 631 765-1938 Southold, NY 11971 • 0 i ���OOUNT`I LOCAL WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PROGRAM TOWN OF SOUTHOLD To: Town of Southold Town Board Cc: Benjamin Johnson, Town Attorney From: Heather Lanza, AICP, Planning Director LWRP Coordinator Date: April 13, 2026 Re: LWRP Coastal Consistency Review Moffat Farm South LLC, Moffat Farm Rabbitt LLC, Moffat Farm Tiny LLC, Open Space Acquisition, SCTM# 1000-55.-3-6.4, 6.5 & 7 This application is for the purchase of the property referenced above, consisting of 34.81 acres, for the purpose of open space preservation, in partnership with Suffolk County. The proposed action has been reviewed to Chapter§268, Waterfront Consistency Review of the Town of Southold Town Code and the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) Policy Standards. Based upon the information provided on the LWRP Consistency Assessment Form submitted to this department, as well as the records available to me, it is my recommendation that the proposed action is CONSISTENT with the policies of the LWRP as follows: Policy 1: foster a pattern of development in the Town of Southold that enhances community character, preserves open space, makes efficient use of infrastructure, makes beneficial use of a coastal location, and minimizes adverse effects of development. The proposed acquisition will preserve open space and minimize adverse effects of development. LILLIAN F.MoCULLOUGH S�FFO(,� OFFICE LOCATION: LAND PRESERVATION ��� CQG Town Hall Annex EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT 54375 State Route 25 lillianm@southoldtownny.gov .G (corner of Main Rd&Youngs Ave) Z Southold,New York Telephone(631)765-5711 v+ Facsimile(631)765-6640 MAILING ADDRESS: 'yifJ aO� P.O.Box 1179 www.southoldtownny.gov 0.( Southold,NY 11971-0959 DEPARTMENT OF LAND PRESERVATION V TOWN OF SOUTHOLD Mc�1E0WL_-nc) TO: Heather Lanza, Planning Director APR 10 2026 FROM: Lilly McCullough, Land Preservation Executive Assistant SOUTHOLD TOWN PLANNING BOARD RE: SCTM# 1000-55.-3-6.4, 6.5 & 7 Moffat Farm South, LLC; Moffat Farm Rabbit,LLC; Moffat Farm Tiny,LLC to Town of Southold & County of Suffolk SEAF and LWRP Review DATE: April 10, 2026 The Town has scheduled a public hearing regarding the acquisition of a 34.81±-acre open space easement on the above-listed parcel. The public hearing is scheduled for April 21, 2026 at 6:00 pm. I am attaching for your review the Short Environmental Assessment Form and LWRP Consistency Assessment Form. Please reach out if you need any additional information. Encls. Short Environmental Assessment Form Part I -Project Information Instructions for Completing Part 1—Project Information. The applicant or project sponsor is responsible for the completion of Part 1. Responses become part of the application for approval or funding,are subject to public review,and may be subject to further verification. Complete Part 1 based on information currently available. If additional research or investigation would be needed to fully respond to any item,please answer as thoroughly as possible based on current information. Complete all items in Part 1.You may also provide any additional information which you believe will be needed by or useful to the lead agency;attach additional pages as necessary to supplement any item. Part 1—Project and Sponsor Information Name of Action or Project: Moffat Farm Tiny LLC,Moffat Farm South LLC,Moffat Farm Rabbit LLC Project Location(describe,and attach a location map): SCTM#1000-55.-3-6.4,6.5&7 Brief Description of Proposed Action: Town of Southold,in a joint 50/50 partnership with the County of Suffolk,to acquire fee title to 34.81+/-acres for open space preservation and passive recreation. Name of Applicant or Sponsor: (631 Telephone: ) P 765-5711 Southold Town Board E-Mail: liiiianm@southoldtownny.gov Address: 53095 Main Road,P.O.Box 1179 City/PO: State: Zip Code: Southold INY 111971 1. Does the proposed action only involve the legislative adoption of a plan,local law,ordinance, NO YES administrative rule,or regulation? If Yes,attach a narrative description of the intent of the proposed action and the environmental resources that a may be affected in the municipality and proceed to Part 2. If no,continue to question 2. 2. Does the proposed action require a permit,approval or funding from any other government Agency? NO YES If Yes,list agency(s)name and permit or approval:County of Suffolk(funding 50%of purchase price and related ❑ acquisition expenses) 3. a.Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? 34.81 acres b.Total acreage to be physically disturbed? 0 acres c.Total acreage(project site and any contiguous properties)owned or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? 0 acres 4. Check all land uses that occur on,are adjoining or near the proposed action: 5. ❑Urban ❑ Rural(non-agriculture) ❑ Industrial ❑ Commercial m Residential(suburban) m Forest m Agriculture ❑ Aquatic ❑ Other(Specify): ❑Parkland Page 1 of 3 5. Is the proposed action, NO YES N/A a. A permitted use under the zoning regulations? ❑ ❑✓ ❑ b. Consistent with the adopted comprehensive plan? ❑ ✓❑ ❑ NO YES 6. Is the proposed action consistent with the predominant character of the existing built or natural landscape? ❑ ❑✓ 7. Is the site of the proposed action located in,or does it adjoin,a state listed Critical Environmental Area? NO YES Name:Peconic Bay and Environs,Name:Mill Creek,Reason:Protect public health,water,vegetation,&scenic If Yes,identify: beauty,Reason:Significant coastal fish&wildlife habitat,Agency:Suffolk County,Agency:Southold,Town of,Da... ❑FZ NO YES 8. a. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels? F71 ❑ b. Are public transportation services available at or near the site of the proposed action? Z ❑ c. Are any pedestrian accommodations or bicycle routes available on or near the site of the proposed ❑ action? 9. Does the proposed action meet or exceed the state energy code requirements? NO YES If the proposed action will exceed requirements,describe design features and technologies: a ❑ 10. Will the proposed action connect to an existing public/private water supply? NO YES If No,describe method for providing potable water: 11. Will the proposed action connect to existing wastewater utilities? NO YES If No,describe method for providing wastewater treatment: o ❑ 12. a.Does the project site contain,or is it substantially contiguous to,a building,archaeological site,or district NO YES which is listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places,or that has been determined by the ❑ El of the NYS Office of Parks,Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the State Register of Historic Places? b.Is the project site,or any portion of it,located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for ❑ Z archaeological sites on the NY State Historic Preservation Office(SHPO)archaeological site inventory? 13. a. Does any portion of the site of the proposed action,or lands adjoining the proposed action,contain NO YES wetlands or other waterbodies regulated by a federal,state or local agency? ❑ IZI- b.Would the proposed action physically alter,or encroach into,any existing wetland or waterbody? ❑ ❑ If Yes,identify the wetland or waterbody and extent of alterations in square feet or acres: Page 2 of 3 14. Identify the typical habitat types that occur on,or are likely to be found on the project site.Check all that apply: 0Shoreline m Forest ©Agricultural/grasslands m Early mid-successional m Wetland ❑ Urban ❑ Suburban 15. Does the site of the proposed action contain any species of animal,or associated habitats,listed by the State or NO YES Federal government as threatened or endangered? Northern Long-eared Bat,Gr"V% 'r'4 W �(� ��tp'f( Q(�,Ee a 4� ` ` ❑ IZI 16. Is the project site located in the 100-year flood plan? NO YES ❑ ❑✓ 17. Will the proposed action create storm water discharge,either from point or non-point sources? NO YES If Yes, F ❑ a. Will storm water discharges flow to adjacent properties? ❑ ❑ b. Will storm water discharges be directed to established conveyance systems(runoff and storm drains)? ❑ If Yes,briefly describe: 18. Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that would result in the impoundment of water NO YES or other liquids(e.g.,retention pond,waste lagoon,dam)? If Yes,explain the purpose and size of the impoundment: Z ❑ 19. Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the location of an active or closed solid waste NO YES management facility? If Yes,describe: 20.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the subject of remediation(ongoing or NO YES completed) for hazardous waste? If Yes,describe: 171 1-1 I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE AND ACCURATE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applicant/sponsor/name: Lillian McCullough Pate:4/10/2026 Signature. Title:Land Preservation Coordinator PRINT FORM Page 3 of 3 EAF Mapper Summary Report Friday, April 10, 2026 9:42 AM Disclaimer: The EAF Mapper is a screening tool intended to assist 7 �� lee{ project sponsors and reviewing agencies in preparing an environmental ;• O assessment form(EAF).Not all questions asked in the EAF are answered by the EAF Mapper.Additional information on any EAF 7 ti question can be obtained by consulting the EAF Workbooks.Although Q the EAF Mapper provides the most up-to-date digital data available to DEC,you may also need to contact local or other data sources to confirm data provided by the Mapper or to obtain data not provided by the Mapper. ti'1d hl,�rth Rd .• �\ . q Bar e /~ Nor 9t 4 1inatn d, c�ont So Odd Lorr3 Toronto Y Ra Hamilton ROCrICBtOr n,eLa\t on Bullalo 11:r, York j Albany - N s " S.,.rces £sr,HERE Garmin ;5 Irternac IINCREP.4 Sources:Esn,HERE Ga!r-nr. WS6S.In:e,maN II ME P NRCan.Es+i Japer. 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Part 1 /Question 15 [Threatened or Yes Endangered Animal] Part 1 /Question 15[Threatened or Northern Long-eared Bat, Green Turtle, Loggerhead, Kemp's or Atlantic Endangered Animal- Name] Ridley, Leatherback Part 1 /Question 16 [100 Year Flood Plain] Yes Part 1 /Question 20 [Remediation Site] No Short Environmental Assessment Form - EAF Mapper Summary Report Town of Southold LWRP CONSISTENCY ASSESSMENT FORM A. INSTRUCTIONS 1. All applicants for permits* including Town of Southold agencies, shall complete this CCAF for proposed actions that are subject to the Town of Southold Waterfront Consistency Review Law. This assessment is intended to supplement other information used by a Town of Southold agency in making a determination of consistency. *Except minor exempt actions including Building Permits and other ministerial permits not located within the Coastal Erosion Hazard Area. 2. Before answering the questions in Section C, the preparer of this form should review the exempt minor action list, policies and explanations of each policy contained in the Town of Southold Local Waterfront Revitalization Program. A proposed action will be evaluated as to its significant beneficial and adverse effects upon the coastal area(which includes all of Southold Town). 3. If any question in Section C on this form is answered "yes", then the proposed action may affect the achievement of the LWRP policy standards and conditions contained in the consistency review law. Thus, the action should be analyzed in more detail and, if necessary, modified prior to making a determination that it is consistent to the maximum extent practicable with the LWRP policy standards and conditions. If an action cannot be certified as consistent with the LWRP policy standards and conditions, it shall not be undertaken. A copy of the LWRP is available in the following places: online at the Town of Southold's website (southoldtown.northfork.net), the Board of Trustees Office, the Planning Department, all local libraries and the Town Clerk's office. B. DESCRIPTION OF SITE AND PROPOSED ACTION SCTM# C-T. - 3 - 6,41 . �4 7 The Application has been submitted to (check appropriate response): Town Board a Planning Dept. 0 Building Dept. 0 Board of Trustees 1. Category of Town of Southold agency action(check appropriate response): (a) Action undertaken directly by Town agency(e.g. capital Ee construction,planning activity, agency regulation, land transaction) (b) Financial assistance(e.g. grant, loan,subsidy) (c) Permit, approval, license, certification: Nature and extent of action: -TRAM !f SSO&L+LOld `nr, & nt S'a�i� na,AFU&MEWp. W�ttk CoW �Lu`-F±olk *c gq%CA L FcL An 34 gl '/ OLCM fuy "M WA - Location of action: sp 1 ob 4� A!f 46 0 " 49 SOL&HULd Site acreage: 34_ $({/_ Present land use: v Lcdrit Present zoning classification: iZ-JOO 2. If an application for the proposed action has been filed with the Town of Southold agency, the following information shall be provided: (a) Name of applicant: (b) Mailing address: (c) Telephone number: Area Code( ) (d) Application number, if any: Will the action be directly undertaken,require funding, or approval by a state or federal agency? Yes ❑ No 10"� If yes,which state or federal agency" DEVELOPED COAST POLICY Policy 1. Foster a pattern of development in the Town of Southold that enhances community character, preserves open space, makes efficient use of infrastructure, makes beneficial use of a coastal location, and minimizes adverse effects of development. See LWRP Section III—Policies; Page 2 for evaluation criteria. Ryes ❑ No ❑ Not Applicable Attach additional sheets if necessary Policy 2. Protect and preserve historic and archaeological resources of the Town of Southold. See LWRP Section III—Policies Pages 3 through 6 for evaluation criteria Yes ❑ No 9* pplicable Qo &Qd,.a.a &6r&j %-t emwaz &Mh ms4e' bur:N oS' JA e&W-A rk eAn Ot"p— `}h+� u l s a d2&:i 1`tt a.r � ltns iyL-�is•r w&��� - Attach additional sheets if necessary Policy 3. Enhance visual quality and protect scenic resources throughout the Town of Southold. See LWRP Section III—Policies Pages 6 through 7 for evaluation criteria E/Yes 0 No F�F- Not Applicable Attach additional sheets if necessary NATURAL COAST POLICIES Policy 4. Minimize loss of life, structures, and natural resources from flooding and erosion. See LWRP Section III—Policies Pages 8 through 16 for evaluation criteria Yes 0 No Not Applicable Attach additional sheets if necessary Policy 5. Protect and improve water quality and supply in the Town of Southold. See LWRP Section III —Policies Pages 16 through 21 for evaluation criteria 0 Yes 0 No i ' +Not Applicable Attach additional sheets if necessary Policy 6. Protect and restore the quality and function of the Town of Southold ecosystems including Significant Coastal Fish and Wildlife Habitats and wetlands. See LWRP Section III—Policies; Pages 22 through 32 for evaluation criteria. 11�yes R No R Not Applicable p k Yam. Attach additional sheets if necessary Policy 7. Protect and improve air quality in the Town of Southold. See LWRP Section III — Policies Pages 32 through 34 for evaluation criteria. ❑ Yes ❑ No 2 Not Applicable Attach additional sheets if necessary Policy 8. Minimize environmental degradation in Town of Southold from solid waste and hazardous substances and wastes. See LWRP Section III—Policies; Pages 34 through 38 for evaluation criteria. ❑ Yes ❑ No u Not Applicable PUBLIC COAST POLICIES Policy 9. Provide for public access to, and recreational use of, coastal waters, public lands, and public resources of the Town of Southold. See LWRP Section III—Policies; Pages 38 through 46 for evaluation criteria. 14 YesD No❑ Not Applicable Attach additional sheets if necessary WORKING COAST POLICIES Policy 10. Protect Southold's water-dependent uses and promote siting of new water-dependent uses in suitable locations. See LWRP Section III—Policies; Pages 47 through 56 for evaluation criteria. Yes ❑ No ri Not Applicable Attach additional sheets if necessary Policy 11. Promote sustainable use of living marine resources in Long Island Sound, the Peconic Estuary and Town waters. See LWRP Section III—Policies; Pages 57 through 62 for evaluation criteria. L7 Yes ❑ No Not Applicable Attach additional sheets if necessary Policy 12. Protect agricultural lands in the Town of Southold. See LWRP Section III — Policies; Pages 62 through 65 for evaluation criteria. ❑ Yes ❑ No 2Not Applicable Attach additional sheets if necessary Policy 13. Promote appropriate use and development of energy and mineral resources. See LWRP Section III—Policies; Pages 65 through 68 for evaluation criteria. ❑ Yes ❑ No YNotApplicable Created on 5125105 11:20 AM