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Home My WebLink AboutZBA Packet 2024-07-23Page 1 of 2 Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 6:00pm 215 N. Tioga St. AGENDA  ZBAA-24-15 Appeal of Kelly Cobb, owner of 260 Seven Mile Dr., Ithaca, NY, 14850; is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code section 270-60E(2)(Yard regulations) to allow for an accessory building to be placed in the front yard, where an accessory building is only allowed to occupy a rear yard. The property is located in the Low-Density Residential Zone, Tax Parcel No. 32.-2-14.  ZBAA-23-14, ZBAA-24-19, and ZBAA-24-20 Appeal Cornell University, Owner: is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code section 270-254 (Residential and Conservation Zones) for a proposal to install signs that would exceed an aggregate sign area of 100 square feet and such individual sign(s) would exceed 50 square feet per sign. The property is located in the Low-Density Residential District Zone, Tax Parcel No. 62.-2-4.  Consideration of SEQR Comments for Cornell University Meinig Fieldhouse Project INSTRUCTIONS TO ACCESS THE MEETING VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM: If you have a computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can access the Zoom meeting by going to www.zoom.us and clicking on “JOIN Meeting”, and entering 852-5587-1576 into the Meeting ID. You can also call in to the Zoom meeting at +1 (929) 436-2866. To join the meeting directly, go to https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85255871576. If joining through the Zoom App, you will be placed on hold until the meeting starts. INSTRUCTIONS TO ACCESS THE MEETING VIRTUALLY ON YOUTUBE: If you have a computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can access the meeting by going to The Town’s YouTube channel. To join the meeting directly, go to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC9vycXkJ6klVIibjhCy7NQ/live Page 1 of 2 Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 6:00pm 215 N. Tioga St. AGENDA  ZBAA-24-15 Appeal of Kelly Cobb, owner of 260 Seven Mile Dr., Ithaca, NY, 14850; is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code section 270-60E(2)(Yard regulations) to allow for an accessory building to be placed in the front yard, where an accessory building is only allowed to occupy a rear yard. The property is located in the Low-Density Residential Zone, Tax Parcel No. 32.-2-14.  ZBAA-23-14, ZBAA-24-19, and ZBAA-24-20 Appeal Cornell University, Owner: is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code section 270-254 (Residential and Conservation Zones) for a proposal to install signs that would exceed an aggregate sign area of 100 square feet and such individual sign(s) would exceed 50 square feet per sign. The property is located in the Low-Density Residential District Zone, Tax Parcel No. 62.-2-4.  Consideration of SEQR Comments for Cornell University Meinig Fieldhouse Project INSTRUCTIONS TO ACCESS THE MEETING VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM: If you have a computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can access the Zoom meeting by going to www.zoom.us and clicking on “JOIN Meeting”, and entering 852-5587-1576 into the Meeting ID. You can also call in to the Zoom meeting at +1 (929) 436-2866. To join the meeting directly, go to https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85255871576. If joining through the Zoom App, you will be placed on hold until the meeting starts. INSTRUCTIONS TO ACCESS THE MEETING VIRTUALLY ON YOUTUBE: If you have a computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can access the meeting by going to The Town’s YouTube channel. To join the meeting directly, go to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC9vycXkJ6klVIibjhCy7NQ/live Cornell University built Booth Baseball Field in 2022-2023 at the Game Farm Road Complex in the Town of Ithaca. The field and baseball complex consist of a 500-seat capacity baseball facility; turf baseball field with dugouts, scoreboard, bleachers, bull pens; clubhouse facility with team rooms, locker room bathrooms, coaches office and locker, showers, umpire’s room, storage, batting cages; a press box and spectator bathrooms. The Field received required Town of Ithaca Planning Board site plan approval and Town of Ithaca Zoning Board variances for signage prior to construction, which included variances to the Sign Law for a game scoreboard and outfield lettering imprinted on screening/padding. At this time, we request a further signage variance to support installation of 2 plaques, athletics venue branding, and Booth naming recognition. The Town of Ithaca Sign Law does not support appropriate institutional informational signs, plaques, and branding that is typical of an athletic venue. These are important communication and commemoration aspects of the site. All Cornell University signage within the Town of Ithaca requires zoning variances, based on the zone that the campus resides in: Low Density Residential (LDR) and the fact that the Town’s Sign Law is more aligned with commercial small business uses and needs. Town of Ithaca July 10, 2024 ZBAA-24-14 Zoning Board of Appeals Area Variance Application Status: Active Submitted On: 5/15/2024 Primary Location 125 Acer Dr Unit Cornell University Baseball Facility Press Box & Bathroom Building Ithaca, NY 14850 Owner Cornell University Cornell Real Estate Dept 15 Thornwood Dr Ithaca, NY 14853 Applicant Leslie Schill 607-255-5239 leslie.schill@cornell.edu Cornell University Humphreys Service Building, Dryden Rd Ithaca , NY 14853 Internal Only-Review Tax Parcel No. 62.-2-4 Is Planning Dept. Approval Required? Yes Is Engineering Dept. Approval Required? Yes Is a GML-239 Review Required? Yes GML-239 Reason for Review* The right of way of any existing or proposed county or state road Type of Variance Area Variance Appearance Date for Variance 7/23/24 Variance Code Language ZBAA-23-14, ZBAA-24-19, and ZBAA-24-20 Appeal Cornell University, Owner: is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code sec�on 270-254 (Residen�al and Conserva�on Zones) for a proposal to installed signs that would exceed an aggregate sign area of 100 square feet and such individual sign(s) would exceed 50 square feet per sign. The current property is located in the Low-Density Residen�al District Zone, Tax Parcel No. 62. -2-4. ZBAA-24-14 about:srcdoc 1 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:26 AM Variance Code Section 270-254 Internal Tasks to be Completed Meeting Result (First Appearance) – Materials For GML-239 Were Sent 06/28/2024 Deadline for Hearing Notice to Journal 7/11/24 NOON Public Hearing Notice Was Sent 07/11/2024 Neighbor Notiﬁcation Letters Were Sent 07/15/2024 Date Sign Was Picked-up – Material Packets Sent to ZBA Members 07/15/2024 Historical Only Address aﬃliated with request Status Applicant's Information Applicant is* Owner's Agent Is the primary point of contact for application diﬀerent than the applicant?* No ZBAA-24-14 about:srcdoc 2 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:26 AM If the applicant is NOT the owner, a letter/email from owner designating the applicant as agent or a copy of the contract with owner's signature will need to be provided. Description Brief Description of Variance Request* Cornell University requests a variance from the Town of Ithaca Sign Law to install a handful of signs at the new Booth Baseball ﬁeld on Acer Drive at the eastern end of the Town. Sign Permits have been submitted, sign design review has occurred, and a detailed site plan submittal including all sign speciﬁcations and locations has been submitted for review/consideration. Requesting to be on the June 2024 Zoning Board agenda for variance review. Signs included in this application are H, K, and J Area Variance Criteria Form 1. Will an undesirable change be produced in the character of the neighborhood or be a detriment to nearby properties?* No Reasons: The site is set back from the public right of way by more than 500'. All proposed plaques, signs, and lettering are simple, tasteful and in keeping with an athletic venue. Most of the lettering proposed is truly interior to the baseball stadium, thereby making it unnoticable to the general public from the right of way. 2. Can the beneﬁt sought by the applicant be achieved by a feasible alternative to the variance?* No ZBAA-24-14 about:srcdoc 3 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:26 AM Reasons: The Town of Ithaca Sign Law does not support appropriate informational signs, plaques, lettering that is typical of an athletic venue. These are important communication and commemoration aspects of the site. 3. Is the requested variance substantial?* No Reasons: 4. Would the variance have an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood?* No Reasons: The environment will be unaltered. 5. Is the alleged diﬃculty self-created?* No Reasons: The Town of Ithaca Sign Law does not support any institutional signage: informational, dentification (other than 911), branding, vehicular, or directional signs. All are needed for university functions. All require variances in the Town. ZBAA-24-14 about:srcdoc 4 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:26 AM Aﬃdavit The UNDERSIGNED respectfully submit this application requesting an appearance before the Zoning Board of Appeals. By ﬁling this application, I grant permission for members of The Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals or Town staﬀ to enter my property for any inspection(s) necessary that are in connection with my application. I acknowledge, that completed applications are scheduled on a ﬁrst-come ﬁrst-serve basis and that all documents ideally be submitted forty-ﬁve (45) days advance of the proposed meeting date, together with the required application fee. Failure to do so may result in a delay in my hearing. Digital Signature* Leslie Schill May 15, 2024 Meeting Date 05/15/2024 PAYMENT INFORMATION After submission, Code Department Administration will review the application and materials provided. After review, and email with instructions for paying the fee online with credit card or E-check will be sent to the applicant. If it is preferred to pay by check, cash or money order: *Mail to Code Enforcement, Town Hall 215 N. Tioga St, Ithaca, NY 14850 *Drop oﬀ during business hours to Town Hall M-F 8-4 *Place in locked box next to the door on the Buﬀalo St side of Town Hall Attachments Booth Signage Variance App Narrative.docx Uploaded by Leslie Schill on May 15, 2024 at 9:56 PM Narrative Survey and/or Plans ZBAA-24-14 about:srcdoc 5 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:26 AM Town of Ithaca June 27, 2024 ZBAA-24-19 Zoning Board of Appeals Area Variance Application Status: Active Submitted On: 6/1/2024 Primary Location 129 Acer Dr Unit Cornell University Baseball Facility Home Team Dugout Ithaca, NY 14850 Owner Cornell University Cornell Real Estate Dept 15 Thornwood Dr Ithaca, NY 14853 Applicant Leslie Schill 607-255-5239 leslie.schill@cornell.edu Cornell University Humphreys Service Building, Dryden Rd Ithaca , NY 14853 Internal Only-Review Tax Parcel No. 62.-2-4 Is Planning Dept. Approval Required? Yes Is Engineering Dept. Approval Required? Yes Is a GML-239 Review Required? Yes GML-239 Reason for Review* The right of way of any existing or proposed county or state road Type of Variance Area Variance Appearance Date for Variance 7/23/24 Variance Code Language Variance Code Section ZBAA-24-19 about:srcdoc 1 of 8 6/27/2024, 10:25 AM Internal Tasks to be Completed Meeting Result (First Appearance) – Materials For GML-239 Were Sent – Deadline for Hearing Notice to Journal Public Hearing Notice Was Sent – Neighbor Notiﬁcation Letters Were Sent – Date Sign Was Picked-up – Material Packets Sent to ZBA Members – Historical Only Address aﬃliated with request Status Applicant's Information Applicant is* Owner's Agent Is the primary point of contact for application diﬀerent than the applicant?* No If the applicant is NOT the owner, a letter/email from owner designating the applicant as agent or a copy of the contract with owner's signature will need to be provided. ZBAA-24-19 about:srcdoc 2 of 8 6/27/2024, 10:25 AM Description Brief Description of Variance Request* Cornell University requests an area variance for signage associated with the Booth Baseball dugout located at 129 Acer Dr. This request is part of a series of applications to install a handful of signs at the new Booth Baseball field on Acer Drive at the eastern end of the Town. Sign Permits have been submitted, sign design review has occurred, and a detailed site plan submittal including all sign specifications and locations has been submitted for review/consideration. This application for the Booth Baseball Field dugout is for Sign F (see attached diagram). Requesting to be on the June 2024 Zoning Board agenda for variance review. Area Variance Criteria Form 1. Will an undesirable change be produced in the character of the neighborhood or be a detriment to nearby properties?* No Reasons: The site is set back from the public right of way by more than 500'. All proposed plaques, signs, and lettering are simple, tasteful and in keeping with an athletic venue. Most of the lettering proposed is truly interior to the baseball stadium, thereby making it unnoticable to the general public from the right of way. 2. Can the beneﬁt sought by the applicant be achieved by a feasible alternative to the variance?* No ZBAA-24-19 about:srcdoc 3 of 8 6/27/2024, 10:25 AM Reasons: The Town of Ithaca Sign Law does not support appropriate informational signs, plaques, lettering that is typical of an athletic venue. These are important communication and commemoration aspects of the site. 3. Is the requested variance substantial?* No Reasons: Very limited - this sign is quite small, will be invisible from all public rights of way, and can only be seen upon approach to the baseball dugout. 4. Would the variance have an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood?* No Reasons: The environment will be unaltered. 5. Is the alleged diﬃculty self-created?* No ZBAA-24-19 about:srcdoc 4 of 8 6/27/2024, 10:25 AM Reasons: The Town of Ithaca Sign Law does not support appropriate informational signs, plaques, lettering that is typical of an athletic venue. These are important communication and commemoration aspects of the site. Aﬃdavit The UNDERSIGNED respectfully submit this application requesting an appearance before the Zoning Board of Appeals. By ﬁling this application, I grant permission for members of The Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals or Town staﬀ to enter my property for any inspection(s) necessary that are in connection with my application. I acknowledge, that completed applications are scheduled on a ﬁrst-come ﬁrst-serve basis and that all documents ideally be submitted forty-ﬁve (45) days advance of the proposed meeting date, together with the required application fee. Failure to do so may result in a delay in my hearing. Digital Signature* Leslie Schill Jun 1, 2024 Meeting Date 06/01/2024 PAYMENT INFORMATION After submission, Code Department Administration will review the application and materials provided. After review, and email with instructions for paying the fee online with credit card or E-check will be sent to the applicant. If it is preferred to pay by check, cash or money order: *Mail to Code Enforcement, Town Hall 215 N. Tioga St, Ithaca, NY 14850 *Drop oﬀ during business hours to Town Hall M-F 8-4 *Place in locked box next to the door on the Buﬀalo St side of Town Hall ZBAA-24-19 about:srcdoc 5 of 8 6/27/2024, 10:25 AM Attachments Booth Signage Variance App Narrative.docx Uploaded by Leslie Schill on Jun 1, 2024 at 3:22 PM Booth Field Signage.pdf Uploaded by Leslie Schill on Jun 1, 2024 at 3:27 PM Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 1 - Booth Signage.pdf Uploaded by Leslie Schill on Jun 1, 2024 at 3:27 PM Booth Field Signage Dimensions and Square Footage.xlsx Uploaded by Leslie Schill on Jun 1, 2024 at 3:28 PM History Date Activity 6/12/2024, 7:20:09 AM Marty Moseley changed Appearance Date for Variance from "" to "7/23/24" on Record ZBAA-24-19 6/12/2024, 7:20:09 AM Marty Moseley changed Type of Variance from "" to "Area Variance" on Record ZBAA-24-19 6/12/2024, 7:20:09 AM Marty Moseley changed GML-239 Reason for Review from "" to "The right of way of any existing or proposed county or state road" on Record ZBAA-24-19 6/12/2024, 7:20:09 AM Marty Moseley changed Is a GML-239 Review Required? from "" to "Yes" on Record ZBAA-24-19 6/12/2024, 7:20:09 AM Marty Moseley changed Is Engineering Dept. Approval Required? from "" to "Yes" on Record ZBAA-24-19 6/12/2024, 7:20:09 AM Marty Moseley changed Is Planning Dept. Approval Required? from "" to "Yes" on Record ZBAA-24-19 Narrative Survey and/or Plans Environmental Assessment Form Booth Field Signage Dimensions and Square Footage.xlsx ZBAA-24-19 about:srcdoc 6 of 8 6/27/2024, 10:25 AM Town of Ithaca July 10, 2024 ZBAA-24-20 Zoning Board of Appeals Area Variance Application Status: Active Submitted On: 6/1/2024 Primary Location 131 Acer Dr Unit Cornell University Baseball Facility Building Ithaca, NY 14850 Owner Cornell University Cornell Real Estate Dept 15 Thornwood Dr Ithaca, NY 14853 Applicant Leslie Schill 607-255-5239 leslie.schill@cornell.edu Cornell University Humphreys Service Building, Dryden Rd Ithaca , NY 14853 Internal Only-Review Tax Parcel No. 62.-2-4 Is Planning Dept. Approval Required? Yes Is Engineering Dept. Approval Required? Yes Is a GML-239 Review Required? Yes GML-239 Reason for Review* The right of way of any existing or proposed county or state road Type of Variance Area Variance Appearance Date for Variance 7/23/24 ZBAA-24-20 about:srcdoc 1 of 10 7/10/2024, 11:31 AM Variance Code Language ZBAA-23-14, ZBAA-24-19, and ZBAA-24-20 Appeal Cornell University, Owner: is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code sec�on 270-254 (Residen�al and Conserva�on Zones) for a proposal to installed signs that would exceed an aggregate sign area of 100 square feet and such individual sign(s) would exceed 50 square feet per sign. The current property is located in the Low-Density Residen�al District Zone, Tax Parcel No. 62. -2-4. Variance Code Section 270-254 Internal Tasks to be Completed Meeting Result (First Appearance) – Materials For GML-239 Were Sent 06/28/2024 Deadline for Hearing Notice to Journal 7/11/24 NOON Public Hearing Notice Was Sent 07/11/2024 Neighbor Notiﬁcation Letters Were Sent 07/15/2024 Date Sign Was Picked-up – Material Packets Sent to ZBA Members 07/15/2024 Historical Only Address aﬃliated with request Status ZBAA-24-20 about:srcdoc 2 of 10 7/10/2024, 11:31 AM Applicant's Information Applicant is* Owner's Agent Is the primary point of contact for application diﬀerent than the applicant?* No If the applicant is NOT the owner, a letter/email from owner designating the applicant as agent or a copy of the contract with owner's signature will need to be provided. Description Brief Description of Variance Request* Cornell University requests a variance from the Town of Ithaca Sign Law to install a handful of signs at the new Booth Baseball field on Acer Drive at the eastern end of the Town. Sign Permits have been submitted, sign design review has occurred, and a detailed site plan submittal including all sign specifications and locations has been submitted for review/consideration. Signs included in this application are D and E (see attached diagram) affiliated with the Booth Baseball Hitting Facility. Requesting to be on the June 2024 Zoning Board agenda for variance review. Area Variance Criteria Form 1. Will an undesirable change be produced in the character of the neighborhood or be a detriment to nearby properties?* No ZBAA-24-20 about:srcdoc 3 of 10 7/10/2024, 11:31 AM Reasons: The site is set back from the public right of way by more than 500'. All proposed plaques, signs, and lettering are simple, tasteful and in keeping with an athletic venue. Most of the lettering proposed is truly interior to the baseball stadium, thereby making it unnoticable to the general public from the right of way. 2. Can the beneﬁt sought by the applicant be achieved by a feasible alternative to the variance?* No Reasons: The Town of Ithaca Sign Law does not support appropriate informational signs, plaques, lettering that is typical of an athletic venue. These are important communication and commemoration aspects of the site. 3. Is the requested variance substantial?* No Reasons: This signage will provide needed information about the function of the facility as well as serve as branding for the particular athletic activity happening on site: baseball. 4. Would the variance have an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood?* No ZBAA-24-20 about:srcdoc 4 of 10 7/10/2024, 11:31 AM Reasons: The environment will be unaltered. 5. Is the alleged diﬃculty self-created?* No Reasons: The Town of Ithaca Sign Law does not support appropriate informational signs, plaques, lettering that is typical of an athletic venue. These are important communication and commemoration aspects of the site Aﬃdavit The UNDERSIGNED respectfully submit this application requesting an appearance before the Zoning Board of Appeals. By ﬁling this application, I grant permission for members of The Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals or Town staﬀ to enter my property for any inspection(s) necessary that are in connection with my application. I acknowledge, that completed applications are scheduled on a ﬁrst-come ﬁrst-serve basis and that all documents ideally be submitted forty-ﬁve (45) days advance of the proposed meeting date, together with the required application fee. Failure to do so may result in a delay in my hearing. Digital Signature* Leslie Schill Jun 1, 2024 Meeting Date 06/01/2024 PAYMENT INFORMATION ZBAA-24-20 about:srcdoc 5 of 10 7/10/2024, 11:31 AM OH OH OH OH OH OH E OH E OH E OH E OH E OH E OH E OH E W D CLUBHOUSE BUILDING Howard A. Miller, Jr. 1960 Press Box Jeﬀ Miller 2001 Lisa Antonecchia Miller 2008 and Family HOWARD A. MILLER, JR. 1960 PRESS BOX Howard A. Miller, Jr. 1960 Press Box Jeﬀ Miller 2001 Lisa Antonecchia Miller 2008 and Family A B C D F G KJ H A B C D F G K J E H BOOTH FIELD SIGNAGE DIAGRAM Cornell Baseball Score Board Left field fence line Miller Donor Plaque Southwest press box entry door E Biben Donor Plaque Red clubhouse wall in bullpen Franke Family Home Dugout Vinyl South-facing wall of home dugout 90” Tall Vinyl “C” Red club house wall in bullpen Booth Field Left-center field fence line Go Big Red Center field fence line Cornell Baseball Clubhouse wall entry door Booth Field Clubhouse wall entry door Booth Field Northwest corner of press box facing the field ProposedExisting #WeAreSCL STUDENT &CAMPUS LIFEFACILITIES MANAGEMENT Thurston Court Office Building 223 Thurston Ave, Ithaca, New York 14850 607-255-0328 Sign Permit #Length (ft)Width (ft)Sq Ft "CORNELL BASEBALL" Aluminum Dimensional Letters SGN-24-2 33 2 66 Large "C" Vinyl Application SGN-24-3 7.6 5.8 44.08 Donor Plaque SGN-24-4 1.3 1 1.3 Donor Plaque SGN-24-5 1.3 1 1.3 Miller Press Box Sign Aluminum Sign SGN-24-6 10.6 1.6 16.96 "BOOTH FIELD" Dimensional Letters on Aluminum Plate SGN-24-7 13.6 2 27.2 Franke Family Dugout Vinyl Application SGN-24-8 8.5 5.7 48.45 "BOOTH FIELD" Printed on outfield wind screen 40 4 160 "GO BIG RED" Printed on outfield wind screen 40 4 160 Scoreboard 25 11 275 Booth Signage Dimensions and Square Footage Proposed Existing Proposed in 2024 Type of Sign size sq.ft.Address permit # Wall 24"x395.41"65.9 131 Acer Dr. SGN-24-2 G exceeds 50 square feet for any one sign Wall 91"x70" 44.24 131 Acer Dr. SGN-24-3 D Wall 16"x12"1.3 131 Acer Dr. SGN-24-4 E Agregate exceeds 100 square feet in area Wall 16"x12"1.3 125 Acer Dr. SGN-24-5 H Wall 20"x127.35"17.69 125 Acer Dr. SGN-24-6 J Wall 24"x164"27.33 125 Acer Dr. SGN-24-7 K Wall 5.7'x 8.5'48.45 129 Acer Dr. SGN-24-8 F Total 206.21 206.21 square feet are being propsed to the existing 677 square feet that was previously approved on May 15, 2023, which would total 883.21 square feet for the propsoed and existing signs. Pre- 2024 Wall 1.5' x 2' 3 123 Acer Dr. SGN-23-6 Wall 1.5' x 2' 3 129 Acer Dr. SGN-23-5 Wall 1.5' x 2' 3 125 Acer Dr. SGN-23-4 Free Standing 4'x39'9" (lettering only)159 131 Acer Dr. Sgn-23-3 Fence Sign Free Standing 4'x39'9" (lettering only)159 131 Acer Dr. SGN-23-3 Fecne Sign Free Standing 14' x 25' 350 131 Acer Dr. SGN-23-2 Score Board exceed 6'. Exceed 100 square feet total, and exceed 50 squre feet for any one sign. Total Existing 677 Total all signs (existing and propsoed )883.21 ZBA 2023-06-13 (Filed 6/26) Pg. 1 MEETING OF THE TOWN OF ITHACA Zoning Board of Appeals Tuesday June 13, 2023 Minutes Present: Board Members David Squires, Chair; Chris Jung, Connor Terry, and Kim Ritter Absent: Mark Apker and Stuart Friedman Dana Magnuson, Codes Enforcement; Ashley Colbert, Deputy Town Clerk; and Susan Brock, Attorney for the Town Mr. Squires opened the meeting at 6:05 p.m. ITEM 1 ZBAA-23-7 Appeal of Cornell University, Owner of 131 Acer Dr; is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code section 270-254 (Residential and Conservation Zones) for a proposal to install signs that would exceed an aggregate sign area of 100 square feet and such individual sign(s) would exceed 50 square feet per sign, and exceed the maximum freestanding sign height of 6 feet maximum, and such sign is proposed to be internally illuminated, where it is not allowed to be internally illuminated in the Residential and Conservation Zones. Mr. Squires asked if applicants were present and noted that Leslie Schill was in attendance on Zoom It was noted that on part one of the SEQR on number 9 that it was check no for the energy code requirements and it should be changed to N/A Ms. Schill gave an overview presentation on the proposal to install Signs in the baseball complex an internally lighted score board and wraps over the wind screens, she also went over the height of such signs as well as the square footage of them. She also pointed out that they will be repurposing their Hoy Field Scoreboard. Which has a long- standing history with Cornell baseball. They plan to move it to the new Booth Field and reuse it, as it is still in good condition. Ms. Schill mentioned since the scoreboard has interior lighting and games take place during the day that it would be very hard to see any lights from the scoreboard unless you’re in the complex. ZBA Resolution ZBAA-23-7: SEQR Area Variance, Signs 131 Acer Dr, TP 62.-2-4 Resolved that this Board makes a negative determination of environmental significance based on the information in the Parts 1 and 2 and for the reasons stated in the Part 3 environmental assessment form. Moved: David Squires Seconded: Connor Terry ZBA 2023-06-13 (Filed 6/26) Pg. 2 Vote: ayes – Squires, Jung, Terry and Ritter PUBLIC HEARING Mr. Squires opened the public hearing; there was no one wishing to speak, and the hearing was closed. DETERMINATION ZBAA Resolution 23-7 Area Variance - Sign 131 Acer Dr. TP# 62.-2-4, LDR Resolved that this Board grants the appeal of Cornell University, owner, 131 Acer Dr., for a variance from Town of Ithaca Code section 270-254 to install an illuminated scoreboard (sign) that is 350’ sqft where 50’ sqft per sign and a maximum of 100 sq ft in aggregate is permitted, and at a height of 24’ ft where 6’ ft is permitted, and to be illuminated where no illumination is permitted, with the following: Condition 1. Scoreboard (Sign) be installed as submitted to this Board, with the following Findings That the benefit to the applicant does outweigh any detriment to the health, safety, and welfare of the community, specifically: 1. The benefit that the applicant wishes to achieve cannot be achieved by any other means feasible given that a score board is an integral part of a baseball complex, and the windscreens are also integral part and incidentally have signage; and 2. That there will not be an undesirable change in the neighborhood character or to nearby properties given the compatibility with the surrounding athletic fields, the score board and windscreens contain no advertising and due to their distance from residences and distance in elevation between the field and Ellis Hollow Road, the impacts of the signs will be greatly diminished will not be impacted by scoreboard height, size, or illumination; and 3. That the request is substantial given the score board is 350 square feet where no more than 50 square feet is permitted, and the height is 24 feet where no more than 6 feet is permitted; and 4. The request will not have adverse physical or environmental effects as stated in the SEQR determination and due to the distance to nearby residences and elevation changes; and ZBA 2023-06-13 (Filed 6/26) Pg. 3 5. That while the alleged difficulty is not self-created in that a scoreboard of this size and height is an integral part of a competitive baseball field, the difficulty is self-created in that lettering was added to the windscreens making that a part of the sign and the aggregate size. Moved: David Squires Seconded: Connor Terry Vote: ayes –Squires, Jung, Terry, & Ritter ITEM 2 ZBAA-23-8 Appeal of Brandon & Crystal Wright, owners; Bill Waring, Agent; of 157 Enfield Falls Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850; is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code sections 270-17 (Yard Regulations). Town of Ithaca Code section 270-17 requires a front yard setback and a side yard setback of 50 feet, where a proposed addition would not meet the side yard setback, or the front yard setback as identified. Bill Waring, agent and Crystal and Brandon Wright were in attendance via zoom. Mr. Waring gave an overview of the proposed project stating that the goal was to improve accessibility to the main road as well as provide a turnaround area for emergency vehicles and buses by expanding the parking area and putting the garage adjacent to the parking area which would provide extra security and safe access by the family to transportation needs for a family member with special needs. Mr. Waring added that the closest neighbor had submitted a letter in support of the appeal saying that she grew up on the road and lives across the street and has a long-standing history with the area. She thought the current turnaround is a hazard because the road no longer forms a triangle with the other road and this will improve that. PUBLIC HEARING Mr. Squires opened the public hearing; there was no one wishing to speak, and the hearing was closed. DETERMINATION ZBA Resolution ZBAA 23-8 Area Variance - Yard Setbacks 157 Enfield Falls Rd TP# 34.-1-12.2 Resolved that this board grants the appeal of Brandon & Crystal Wright, owners, 157 Enfield Falls Road, from Town of Ithaca Code sections 270-17 (Yard Regulations) to construct an attached garage that encroaches into the required setbacks, with the following Conditions 1. That the garage be built as shown in the permit application, and ZBA 2023-06-13 (Filed 6/26) Pg. 4 2. That the encroachment into the side yard setback be no more than 15’ ft, leaving a side yard setback of no less than 35; ft. and 3. That the encroachment into the front yard setback be no more than 12’ ft, leaving a front yard setback of 38’ feet, and with the following Findings That the benefit to the applicant does outweigh any detriment to the health, safety, and welfare of the community, specifically 1. That the benefit the applicant wishes to achieve is not feasible by any other means given that alternative placements of the addition would not improve emergency vehicle access to the home, would not improve the safety of school bus access, would interfere with the existing overhead and underground utilities, and would not maintain the integrity of the existing historical house; and 2. That there will not be an undesirable change in the neighborhood character or to nearby properties given the design of the addition has the garage doors oriented away from the private road and set below street level to minimize the appearance upon approach, the neighboring properties are more than 200 feet away, and the addition maintains the historical feel of the existing structure; and 3. That the request is substantial given that the side yard setback will be 35’ feet and the front yard setback will be 38.4’ feet where 50’ is required, the garage placement compliments the adjacent 1820’s farmhouse; and 4. The request will not have adverse physical or environmental effects as evidence by the fact that SEQR is not required; and 5. That while the alleged difficulty is self-created in that the garage could be placed elsewhere, this placement will provide safe year-round parking and direct access to the house to accommodate a special needs child and is mitigated for the reasons stated above. Moved: David Squires Seconded: Connor Terry Vote: ayes - Squires, Jung, Terry, and Ritter ITEM 3 ZBAA-23-9 Appeal of EZC Carolinas LLC, owners; Mark Martinek, Agent; of 4 Schickel Road, seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code sections 270-59B (Yard Regulations) to construct an addition that would encroach 10’ feet into the required 50’ foot rear yard setback. Mr. Martinek gave an overview of the addition - four seasons room - designed to be built on the existing concrete pad currently used as a patio, noting that patios do not have setback limitations, ZBA 2023-06-13 (Filed 6/26) Pg. 5 but additions do, and the logical place to put the sunroom is on the existing pad, necessitating the request for a variance. PUBLIC HEARING Mr. Squires opened the public hearing; there was no one wishing to address the Board and the hearing was closed. DETERMINATION ZBAA-23-9 Area Variance - Yard Setback 4 Schickel Rd TP# 36.-2-14 LDR Resolved that this Board grants the appeal of EZC Carolinas LLC, owner, 4 Schickel Road, for a variance from Town of Ithaca Code 270-59B (Yard Regulations) to be permitted to construct an addition encroaching approximately 10’ ft into the required 50’ ft rear yard setback, with the following: Written Order This Board orders that a building permit may be issue to the applicant for the requested addition notwithstanding the fact that a violation of the Town’s Zoning Chapter exists in that the shed on the property does not meet the required placement or setback requirements, therefore a building permit could not normally be issued to a non-compliant property. Nevertheless, this Board makes this Order based on the fact that the applicant does not have control over the non- compliant shed as the issue of its use, placement and ownership is currently being litigated in Supreme Court. Conditions 1. That the addition be built as substantially as shown in the materials submitted to the Board, and 2. That the encroachment into the rear yard setback be no larger than 10.5’ ft, and with the following Findings That the benefit to the applicant does outweigh any detriment to the health, safety, and welfare of the community, specifically: 1. That the benefit the applicant wishes to achieve cannot be achieved by any other means feasible given that the applicant wishes to build on an existing concrete pad adjacent to the rear of the house; and 2. That there will not be an undesirable change in the neighborhood character or to nearby properties given that SEQR is not require, and the improvements will complement the Page 1 of 3 Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 1 - 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: Project Location (describe, and attach a location map): Brief Description of Proposed Action: Name of Applicant or Sponsor: Telephone: E-Mail: Address: City/PO: State: Zip Code: 1.Does the proposed action only involve the legislative adoption of a plan, local law, ordinance, administrative rule, or regulation? If Yes, attach a narrative description of the intent of the proposed action and the environmental resources that may be affected in the municipality and proceed to Part 2. If no, continue to question 2. NO YES 2.Does the proposed action require a permit, approval or funding from any other government Agency? If Yes, list agency(s) name and permit or approval:NO YES 3.a. Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? __________ acres b.Total acreage to be physically disturbed? __________ acres c. Total acreage (project site and any contiguous properties) owned or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? __________ acres 4.Check all land uses that occur on, are adjoining or near the proposed action: 5. Urban Rural (non-agriculture) Industrial Commercial Residential (suburban) Aquatic Other(Specify):□ Forest Agriculture □ Parkland SEAF 2019 Cornell University Booth Baseball Field Signage Booth Baseball Field Signage Variance 125 Acer Dr, Ithaca, NY Zoning Variance for a handful of signs at the Booth Baseball Field Leslie Schill, Director of Campus Planning 607-255-5239 leslie.schill@gmail.com Humphreys Service Building, 125C Ithaca NY 14853 4 4 0.001 0.001 400 4 4 Institutional-Athletics Page 2 of 3 5.Is the proposed action, a.A permitted use under the zoning regulations? b.Consistent with the adopted comprehensive plan? NO YES N/A 6.Is the proposed action consistent with the predominant character of the existing built or natural landscape?NO YES 7.Is the site of the proposed action located in, or does it adjoin, a state listed Critical Environmental Area? If Yes, identify: ________________________________________________________________________________ NO YES 8.a. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels? b.Are public transportation services available at or near the site of the proposed action? c.Are any pedestrian accommodations or bicycle routes available on or near the site of the proposed action? NO YES 9.Does the proposed action meet or exceed the state energy code requirements? If the proposed action will exceed requirements, describe design features and technologies: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ NO YES 10.Will the proposed action connect to an existing public/private water supply? If No, describe method for providing potable water: _________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ NO YES 11.Will the proposed action connect to existing wastewater utilities? If No, describe method for providing wastewater treatment: ______________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ NO YES archaeological sites on the NY State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory? NO YES 13. a. Does any portion of the site of the proposed action, or lands adjoining the proposed action, contain wetlands or other waterbodies regulated by a federal, state or local ag ency? 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: _____________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ NO YES 12.a. Does the project site contain, or is it substantially contiguous to, a building, archaeological site, or district which is listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places, or that has been determined by the Commissioner 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 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Page 3 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: □Shoreline □ Forest Agricultural/grasslands Early mid-successional Wetland □ Urban Suburban 15.Does the site of the proposed action contain any species of animal, or associated habitats, listed by the State or Federal government as threatened or endangered?NO YES 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? If Yes, 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: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ NO YES 18.Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that would result in the impoundment of water or other liquids (e.g., retention pond, waste lagoon, dam)? If Yes, explain the purpose and size of the impoundment:______________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ _ NO YES 19.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the location of an active or closed solid waste management facility? If Yes, describe: _______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ NO YES 20.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the subject of remediation (ongoing or completed) for hazardous waste? If Yes, describe: _______________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ NO YES I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE AND ACCURATE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Date: _____________________ Applicant/sponsor/name: ____________________________________________________ __________________________ Signature: _____________________________________________________Title:__________________________________ 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Leslie Schill 5-15-2024 Director of Campus Planning PRINT FORM Page 1 of 2 Agency Use Only [If applicable] Project: Date: Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 2 - Impact Assessment Part 2 is to be completed by the Lead Agency. Answer all of the following questions in Part 2 using the information contained in Part 1 and other materials submitted by the project sponsor or otherwise available to the reviewer. When answering the questions the reviewer should be guided by the concept “Have my responses been reasonable considering the scale and context of the proposed action?” No, or small impact may occur Moderate to large impact may occur 1. Will the proposed action create a material conflict with an adopted land use plan or zoning regulations? 2.Will the proposed action result in a change in the use or intensity of use of land? 3.Will the proposed action impair the character or quality of the existing community? 4.Will the proposed action have an impact on the environmental characteristics that caused the establishment of a Critical Environmental Area (CEA)? 5.Will the proposed action result in an adverse change in the existing level of traffic or affect existing infrastructure for mass transit, biking or walkway? 6.Will the proposed action cause an increase in the use of energy and it fails to incorporate reasonably available energy conservation or renewable energy opportunities? 7.Will the proposed action impact existing: a. public / private water supplies? b. public / private wastewater treatment utilities? 8.Will the proposed action impair the character or quality of important historic, archaeological, architectural or aesthetic resources? 9.Will the proposed action result in an adverse change to natural resources (e.g., wetlands, waterbodies, groundwater, air quality, flora and fauna)? 10.Will the proposed action result in an increase in the potential for erosion, flooding or drainage problems? 11.Will the proposed action create a hazard to environmental resources or human health? SEAF 2019 Agency Use Only [If applicable] Project:Corneu Baseball -Signs Date:17123124 Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 3 Determination of Significance For every question in Part 2 that was answered “moderate to large impact may occur”,or if there is a need to explain why a particular element of the proposed action may or will not result in a significant adverse environmental impact.please complete Part 3,Part 3 should,in sufficient detail.identil’the impact,including any measures or design elements that have been included by the project sponsor to avoid or reduce impacts.Part 3 should also explain how the lead agency determined thai the impact may or will not be significant.Each potential impact should be assessed considering its setting, probability of occurring,duration,irreversibility,geographic scope and magnitude.Also consider the potential for short- term,long-term and cumulative impacts. The proposed signs include:(I)91”x 70 (44.24 sq.ft.;a 16”x 17(1.3 sq.ft.;a 5.7’x 8.5’(48.45 sq.’)a 24”x 395.41”(65.9 sq.ft.),a 16”x 12”(1.3 sq.ft).a 20”x 127.35”(17.69 sq.ft)and 24”x 164”(27.33 sq.‘).All seven signs are proposed to face the baseball field area and not outward towards residences.The signs are located approximately 525’-725’from Ellis Hollow Road.The topography of that area includes an elevation difference of approximately 32’from Ellis Hollow Road to the newly constructed basebafl facility,thereby effectively shielding the signs from Ellis Hollow Road. The proposed signs will not create significant adverse environmental impacts related to the intensity of use of land, the character or quality of the existing community,endangered or rare plant or animal species,vehicle or pedestrian traffic,energy code requirements,water or sewer utilities or other infrastructure,natural resources,drainage, flooding,or stormwater,or important historic or architectural resources.The signs are strategically oriented away from residences,so any potential visual impacts are mitigated by the orientation and the existing topography of the site.The proposed signs are also designed to be in character with the baseball use of the property and,although larger than permitted,arein character with the specific use of the site. In reviewing the original SEOR that was approved for the construction of the buildings for this project,the State Historic Preservation Office issued a letter on 9/28121 identifying that “no archaeological sites were identified” and “OPRHP concurs with the report recommendation that no additional archeological work is necessary for the project”(question a of Part 2). Given the significant distance of the proposed signs from roads and residences,along with the existing elevation changes,the proposed signs will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts. D Check this box if you have determined,based on the infbrmation and analysis above,and any supporting documentation. that the proposed action may result in one or niore potentially large or significant adverse impacts and an cnironmental impact statement is required. Check this box if you have determined,based on the information and analysis above,and any supporting documentation. that the proposed action will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts. Zoning Board of Appeals 7/23/24 Nan of Lead Agency David Squires PRINT FORM Date Chairperson Title of Responsible Officerj’Atit-orTypç NRcn{Rspeapsible Officer in Lead Agency Signature of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Signature of Preparer (if different from Responsible Officer) Page 2 of2 Page 1 of 2 Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 6:00pm 215 N. Tioga St. AGENDA  ZBAA-24-15 Appeal of Kelly Cobb, owner of 260 Seven Mile Dr., Ithaca, NY, 14850; is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code section 270-60E(2)(Yard regulations) to allow for an accessory building to be placed in the front yard, where an accessory building is only allowed to occupy a rear yard. The property is located in the Low-Density Residential Zone, Tax Parcel No. 32.-2-14.  ZBAA-23-14, ZBAA-24-19, and ZBAA-24-20 Appeal Cornell University, Owner: is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code section 270-254 (Residential and Conservation Zones) for a proposal to install signs that would exceed an aggregate sign area of 100 square feet and such individual sign(s) would exceed 50 square feet per sign. The property is located in the Low-Density Residential District Zone, Tax Parcel No. 62.-2-4.  Consideration of SEQR Comments for Cornell University Meinig Fieldhouse Project INSTRUCTIONS TO ACCESS THE MEETING VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM: If you have a computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can access the Zoom meeting by going to www.zoom.us and clicking on “JOIN Meeting”, and entering 852-5587-1576 into the Meeting ID. You can also call in to the Zoom meeting at +1 (929) 436-2866. To join the meeting directly, go to https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85255871576. If joining through the Zoom App, you will be placed on hold until the meeting starts. INSTRUCTIONS TO ACCESS THE MEETING VIRTUALLY ON YOUTUBE: If you have a computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can access the meeting by going to The Town’s YouTube channel. To join the meeting directly, go to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC9vycXkJ6klVIibjhCy7NQ/live Town of Ithaca July 10, 2024 ZBAA-24-15 Zoning Board of Appeals Area Variance Application Status: Active Submitted On: 5/16/2024 Primary Location 260 Seven Mile Dr Unit Kelly Cobb Ithaca, NY 14850 Owner Kelly Cobb 260 Seven Mile Dr Ithaca, NY 14850 Applicant Kelly Cobb 315-461-7572 kelly.cobb2010@gmail.com 260 Seven Mile Drive Ithaca, NY 14850 Internal Only-Review Tax Parcel No. 32.-2-14 Is Planning Dept. Approval Required? Yes Is Engineering Dept. Approval Required? Yes Is a GML-239 Review Required? No Type of Variance Area Variance Appearance Date for Variance 7/23/24 Variance Code Language ZBAA-24-15 Appeal of Kelly Cobb, owner of 260 Seven Mile Dr., Ithaca, NY, 14850; is seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code sec�on 270-60E(2)(Yard regula�ons) to allow for an accessory building to be placed in the front yard, where an accessory building is only allowed to occupy a rear yard. The current property is located in the Low-Density Residen�al Zone, Tax Parcel No. 32.-2-14 Variance Code Section 270-60E(2) ZBAA-24-15 about:srcdoc 1 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:13 AM Internal Tasks to be Completed Meeting Result (First Appearance) – Deadline for Hearing Notice to Journal 7/11/24 NOON Public Hearing Notice Was Sent 07/15/2024 Neighbor Notiﬁcation Letters Were Sent 07/15/2024 Date Sign Was Picked-up 07/02/2024 Material Packets Sent to ZBA Members 07/15/2024 Historical Only Address aﬃliated with request Status Applicant's Information Applicant is* Property Owner Is the primary point of contact for application diﬀerent than the applicant?* No ZBAA-24-15 about:srcdoc 2 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:13 AM Description Brief Description of Variance Request* I am seeking relief from Town of Ithaca Code section 270-60 Yard Regulations subsection E2. Town of Ithaca Code 270-61 does not allow for accessory buildings to occupy any open space other than a rear yard, where the proposed building area would be in front of the primary dwelling (commonly referred to as the front yard),. The grade of my property creates additional burdens to have a shed in the rear yard. Area Variance Criteria Form 1. Will an undesirable change be produced in the character of the neighborhood or be a detriment to nearby properties?* No Reasons: The proposed shed will be in the southwest corner of my property adjacent to the driveway, where there is currently fallen limbs and overgrown vegetation. Detached sheds are common throughout the neighborhood, and to put one adjacent to my driveway would be consistent with the character of the neighborhood. 2. Can the beneﬁt sought by the applicant be achieved by a feasible alternative to the variance?* No Reasons: The grade and hillside of my lot in the rear of my house is not condusive to building structures. Additionally, to regrade the property to the rear would involve disrupting the necessary vegetation that is critical to the habitat and wildlife in the area. ZBAA-24-15 about:srcdoc 3 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:13 AM 3. Is the requested variance substantial?* No Reasons: The shed is small and out of the way. The shed will not be used as a secondary dwelling or rental property, and it meant to store lawn equipment. 4. Would the variance have an adverse impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood?* No Reasons: Manufactured sheds are consistent with the aesthetic of the neighborhood. The proposed area will not impact any enviornmental concerns with the low-density residential zone. 5. Is the alleged diﬃculty self-created?* No Reasons: I did not create the grade or slope of my property to the rear of my home. Aﬃdavit ZBAA-24-15 about:srcdoc 4 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:13 AM The UNDERSIGNED respectfully submit this application requesting an appearance before the Zoning Board of Appeals. By ﬁling this application, I grant permission for members of The Town of Ithaca Zoning Board of Appeals or Town staﬀ to enter my property for any inspection(s) necessary that are in connection with my application. I acknowledge, that completed applications are scheduled on a ﬁrst-come ﬁrst-serve basis and that all documents ideally be submitted forty-ﬁve (45) days advance of the proposed meeting date, together with the required application fee. Failure to do so may result in a delay in my hearing. Digital Signature* Kelly Cobb May 16, 2024 Meeting Date – PAYMENT INFORMATION After submission, Code Department Administration will review the application and materials provided. After review, and email with instructions for paying the fee online with credit card or E-check will be sent to the applicant. If it is preferred to pay by check, cash or money order: *Mail to Code Enforcement, Town Hall 215 N. Tioga St, Ithaca, NY 14850 *Drop oﬀ during business hours to Town Hall M-F 8-4 *Place in locked box next to the door on the Buﬀalo St side of Town Hall Attachments 260 Seven Mile DriveZBA Application Follow Up.msg Uploaded by Kelly Cobb on May 16, 2024 at 10:57 AM ZBA Personal Statement.docx Uploaded by Kelly Cobb on May 16, 2024 at 11:13 AM Determination/Denial Letter Narrative ZBAA-24-15 about:srcdoc 5 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:13 AM 260 Seven Mile Dr - Cobb.pdf Uploaded by Kelly Cobb on May 16, 2024 at 11:15 AM UB-NY-60 (1) (1).pdf Uploaded by Kelly Cobb on May 16, 2024 at 11:26 AM Stream setback.PNG Uploaded by Marty Moseley on Jul 9, 2024 at 2:55 PM Inspection Report.pdf Uploaded by Marty Moseley on Jul 9, 2024 at 4:02 PM History Date Activity 7/9/2024, 3:47:56 PM Marty Moseley changed Variance Code Section from "" to "270-60E(2) " on Record ZBAA-24-15 7/9/2024, 3:47:56 PM Marty Moseley changed Variance Code Language from "" to "<p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans- serif; box-sizing: bor..." on Record ZBAA-24-15 7/3/2024, 10:04:16 AM Lori Kofoid approved approval step Notice Pick-up (You will be emailed again when ready) on Record ZBAA-24-15 7/3/2024, 8:46:47 AM Lori Kofoid changed Deadline for Hearing Notice to Journal from "" to "7/11/24 NOON" on Record ZBAA-24-15 7/3/2024, 8:46:47 AM Lori Kofoid changed Material Packets Sent to ZBA Members from "" to "07/15/2024" on Record ZBAA-24-15 7/3/2024, 8:46:47 AM Lori Kofoid changed Date Sign Was Picked-up from "" to "07/02/2024" on Record ZBAA-24-15 7/3/2024, 8:46:47 AM Lori Kofoid changed Neighbor Notiﬁcation Letters Were Sent from "" to "07/15/2024" on Record ZBAA-24-15 7/3/2024, 8:46:47 AM Lori Kofoid changed Public Hearing Notice Was Sent from "" to "07/15/2024" on Record ZBAA-24-15 7/1/2024, 2:28:58 PM Lori Kofoid assigned approval step Notice Pick-up (You will be emailed again when ready) to Lori Kofoid on Record ZBAA-24-15 6/25/2024, 12:50:05 PM C.J. Randall waived approval step Planning Approval (Planning Department) on Record ZBAA-24-15 Survey and/or Plans UB-NY-60 (1) (1).pdf Stream setback.PNG Inspection Report.pdf ZBAA-24-15 about:srcdoc 6 of 9 7/10/2024, 11:13 AM 1 Lori Kofoid From:Kelly Cobb <kelly.cobb2010@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday, May 16, 2024 10:33 AM To:Cobb, Kelly A Subject:[⚠] [EXTERNAL]--Fwd: garage prints/260 Seven Mile Drive/ZBA Application Follow Up Caution: This email originated from outside of Corning. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Report phishing by using the “Report Phishing” button or forward the email to Phishyemails@corning.com. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Dana Magnuson <DMagnuson@townithacany.gov> Date: Thu, May 16, 2024 at 9:58 AM Subject: RE: garage prints/260 Seven Mile Drive/ZBA Application Follow Up To: Kelly Cobb <kelly.cobb2010@gmail.com> CC: Daniel Lipari <liparisng@gmail.com> Hi Kelly, Yes, the proposed location of the shed in the front yard would require an area variance from the Town Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) (link below); https://townithacany.gov/zoning-variance/ 260 Seven Mile Seven Mile Drive is located in a Low Density Residential Zone. Per Town law Article VIII Low Density Residential Zones § 270-60Yard regulations. E. Accessory buildings. [Amended 8-13-2012 by L.L. No. 11-2012; 12-11-2017 by L.L. No. 20-2017] (1) Buildings occupied by a detached accessory dwelling unit. Any such buildings must be located in a rear yard, be at least 50 feet from any side lot line, and be at least 35 feet from a rear lot line. 2 (2) All other accessory buildings (except garages, and except woodsheds meeting the requirements of Subsection G below) may not occupy any open space other than a rear yard. (3) Accessory buildings (including garages, woodsheds, and buildings occupied by a detached accessory dwelling unit), in the aggregate, may occupy not more than 15% of the fifty-foot rear yard setback required by Subsection B above. (4) Accessory buildings (except for garages and buildings occupied by a detached accessory dwelling unit) shall be not less than three feet from any side or rear lot line. Any accessory building, other than a garage or a building occupied by a detached accessory dwelling unit, on a corner lot shall be not less than five feet from the rear lot line. This email can be submitted as a denial letter from the Town Building and Zoning enforcement for the ZBA application. The Town link for Low Density Residential Zones is https://ecode360.com/8661865 Please let me know if you have any further questions. Thank you, Dana Magnuson Senior Code Enforcement/Electrical Town of Ithaca 215 N.Tioga St. Ithaca, NY 607-273-1783 ext.131 dmagnuson@townithacany.gov www.town.ithaca.ny.us Dear Town of Ithaca Zoning Board, I am requesting a variance to town code 270-60 Yard regulations subsection E(2)to install a manufactured shed in front of my home at 260 Seven Mile Drive. The existing grade of the property in the rear of my house is not conducive to building structures The proposed shed is intended to store lawn and landscaping equipment (such as a riding lawn-mower, self-propelled lawn mower, snow blower, and various garden tools). The existing attached garage to my house is where my vehicle is parked and is not large enough for both my vehicle and future lawn equipment. I have included an aerial view of my property, and the proposed location of the shed. I do not intend to connect any water lines to the shed, or rent out the space for occupancy or storage to anyone. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns, Kelly Cobb (315) 461-7572 260 Seven Mile Dr 1 260 Seven Mile Dr 2 260 Seven Mile Dr 3 260 Seven Mile Dr 4 260 Seven Mile Dr 5 1 Lori Kofoid From:Dawn Forman <dmforman@fastmail.com> Sent:Friday, July 19, 2024 12:37 PM To:Lori Kofoid Subject:ZBAA-24-15 Appeal of Kelly Cobb Hello, I am a resident at 6 Apple Blossom Lane. I am wring about the ABAA-24-15 Appeal of Kelly Cobb. She sent out a leer to our neighborhood and she stated that she would like to put a shed in an area close to the start of her driveway to keep lawn mower, bikes, etc in. If this is the case, then my family is ﬁne with Kelly Cobb having a shed so that she can store her lawn mower and other equipment, as it's in the side yard where the previous homeowner parked cars. In short, my family is okay with Kelly's request and hope that she is able to use her property to the fullest. -- Dawn Forman 6 Apple Blossom Lane, Ithaca, NY 14850 dmforman@fastmail.com 1 Lori Kofoid From:Surik Mehrabyan <surik.mehrabyan@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, July 23, 2024 7:00 AM To:Lori Kofoid Cc:Gohar Avagyan Subject:public hearing ZBAA-24-15 Follow Up Flag:Follow up Flag Status:Flagged **WARNING** This email comes from an outside source. Please verify the from address, any URL links, and/or attachments. Any questions please contact the IT department Good morning, We would not be able to participate in the hearing of Kelly Cobb ZBAA-24-15 appeal. It will be better to follow the town of Ithaca zoning guidelines, but if Kelly Cobb wants accessory buildings to be placed in the front yard, we have nothing against it. Best, Surik Mehrabyan Gohar Avagyan 259 Seven Mile Dr Ithaca, NY 14850 BACKYARD OUTFITTERS,INC FRANKLIN,TN 37064 GENERAL NOTES: I.STRUCTURE HAS BEEN DESIGNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL RESDENTIAL CODE AND THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE. 2.ALL MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ABOVE CODES AT ‘HE TIME OF MANUFACTURE. 3.DRAWINGS SHALL Nor BE SCALED FOR DIMENSIONS. 4-STRUCTURES ARE CLASSIFIED AS ..INOR STORAGE FACILUIES (RISK CATEGORY II AND SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR HUMAN HABITATION. 5-STRUCTURES ARE DESIGNED FOR LOCATIONS THAT HAVE A 3 SECOND WIND GUST OF lOS MPH FOR RISK CATEGORY I STRUCTURES PER IBC FIGURE 1609313)AND ASCE 7-ID FIGURE 26.5-IC.STRUCTURES SHOULD NOT BE USED IN OTHER LOCATIDNS. 6.SIDING FASTENERS SHALL NOT BE INSTALLED IN PANEL SIDING GROOVES IN THE FIELD OF THE PANEL DR WHEN THE SIDING GROOVES OCCUR AT CUT EDGES OF THE SIDING PANEL. 7.STRUCTURES ARE DESIGNED FOR LOCATIONS THAT ARE NOT IN FLOOD HAZARD AREAS-STRUCTURES SHOULD NDT BE USED IN OTHER LOCATIONS. B.STRUCTURES ARE DESIGNED FOR LOCATIONS THAT HAVE A MAXIMUM GROUND SNOW LOAD OF 60 PSF AND A PARTIALLY EXPOSED TERRAIN CATEGORY AND SHOULD NOT BE USED IN OTHER LOCATIONS. 9.STRUCTURES SHOULD HAVE 25 YEAR RATED FIBERGLASS/ ASPHALT SHINGLES DR 29 GA METAL ROOFING OVER WOOD SHEATHING. 10.WOOD FRAMING SHALL COMPLY WITH THE ANSI!AWC NATIONAL DESIGN SPECIFICATION (NDS)FOR WOOD CONSTRUCTION.2015. 11 ALL ROOF DECKING ISTO BE T,OSS. 12.ALL SIDING IS TO BE TREATED TI-Il PLYWOOD. 13.ALL FLOOR JOISTS ARE TO BE PRESSURE TREATED SYP El.OR BETTER 14-ALL UN-TREATED WOOD FRAMING IS TO BE TO BE SPF #2 OR BETTER. 15 ALL EXTERIOR NAILS ARE TO BE ZINC COATED. IS-ALL FLOOR DECKING IS TO BE OR •PLWOOD. 17.ALL SKIDS ARE TO BE 4x6 PRESSURE TREATED. RATED FOR GROUND CONTACT. ITEMS BY OTHERS. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE TO BE SUPPLIED AND INSTALLED BY OTHERS.THESE ITEMS MAY BE SUBJECT TO LOCAL JURISDICTION APPROVAL.BACKYARD OUTFITTERS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THESE ITEMS. 1-THE COMPLETE FOUNDATION AND TIE-DOWN SYSTEM 2.RAMPS.STAIRS.AND GENERAL ACCESS 3.ELECTRICAL SERVICE HOOKUP DESIGN CRITERIA: 1-DESIGN LOADS ARE IN ACCORDM%CE WRH THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE,2015 RISK CATEGORY I 2-LIVE LOADS: FLOOR:40 PSF ROOF:20 PSF 3.SNOW LOADS ARE BASED ON THE FO.LOWING: GROUND SNOW LOAD.Pg =60 PSF FLAT ROOF SNOW LOAD.Pf’40 PSF EXPOSURE FACTOR.Ce =1-0 IMPORTANCE FACTOR I =0.8 THERMAL FACTOR.CI =1.2 4 WIND LOADS ARE BASED ON THE FOLLOWING DESIGN WIND SPEED:V =105 MPH RISK CATEGORY I EXPOSURE CATEGORY B INTERNAL PRESSURE COEFFICIENT: GCpi *D18 COMPONENTS &CLADDING: ROOF-ZONE I 100,-10.9 PSF ROOF-ZONE 2 10.0,-19,0 PSF ROOF-ZONE 3 10.0.-2B.0 PSF WALL-ZONE 4 11.9.-12,9 PSF WALL-ZONE 5 =11.9.-15.4 PSF NOTE:C&C WIND PRESSURES SHOWN ARE FOR A 10 SQUARE FOOT EFFECTIVE AREA (AeJ AND MAY BE REDUCED FOR LARGER AREAS AS ALLOWED BY CODE, PIERS (IF REQUIRED): 1.PIERS ARE NOT REQUIRED WHEN THE SKIDS CAN BE SUPPORTED ON FIRM,LEVEL GROUND. 2,PIERS SHALL TYPICALLY BE Wx16 CONCRETE BLOCKS, DRY STACKED TO A MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF 3 FEET. CORNER PIERS OVER 16 TALL SHALL BE DOUBLE STACKED CONCRETE BLOCKS TIE DOUBLE STACKED BLOCKS BY ALTERNATING THE DIRECTION OF BLOCKS ON EACH ROW.TREATED LUMBER WITH A MINIMUM BEARING AREA OF APPROXIMATELY 128 SOUARE -NCHES FAA’RE USED FOR PIERS LESS THAN IT HIGH. 3.BACKYARD OUTFITTERS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE PROPOSED SITE OR DETERMINATION OF THE SITE’S SUITABILITY TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED STRUCTURE.IT IS THE PROPERTY OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO DETERMiNE IF SITE CONDITIONS ARE SUITABLE TO SUPPORT THE STRUCTURE. 4,PIERS SHOWN ON SHEET S-i ARE CONCEPTUAL AND MAY NOT REFLECT ACTUAL CONOITIONS.THE PIER LAYOUT MAY BE ADJUSTED AS NEEDED BASED ON SITE CONDITIONS.PROVIDED THAT THE MAXIMUM SPACING SHOWN IS NOT EXCEEDED. IT IS A VIOLATION OF NEW YORK STATE LAW FOR PAY PERSON.UNLESS THEY ARE ACTING UNDER THE DIRECTION OF A LICENSED ENGINEER. TO ALTER THESE DRAWINGS IN ANY WAY-IF PAY PART OF THESE DRAW*4GSARE ALTERED.IHE ALTERING ENGINEER SHALL flFIK TI*Iq SEAL AND TIE NOTAIION ALTERED Br FOLLOWED BY “HEIR SIGNATURE.DATE 0€ALTE4TICN AcDA SPECIFIC DESCErTION OF TNT ALTERATION. UTILITY SHED--NEW YORK--SNOW=6OPSF--IBC 2015 PROJECT NO: KYARD DATE.01-30-20 17 DRAYAERY KLN I OHECKEDRY KLN IT1’ERSi I SHEET NUMBER S-O-LJB-R1f SCALE: m p1 c, , 1c Zl I m > C 04 1 0 ; z “0 c m C ) o r1 w ’ o ø o o Z n 1- 0 M & X 8 WIDE BLDGS UPLIFT ANCHORAGE SCHEDULE NUMBER OF REOD ANCHOR NUMBER OF REUD ANCHOR NUMBER OF TIE-DOWNS CAPACITY TIE-DOWNS CAPACITY TIE-DOWNS 12’-O 2 4004 2 14-0 2 i 4504 2 - I&-0•2 -50€ -- 20-0 I I 22-0 -- 24-0 - -- 28-0 -- -- 32’-0 - _____ - 36-0 - 38’-D -- 40’-O -- NOTES: II TIE-DOWNS AND EARTH ANCHORS ARE TO BE SUPPLIED AND INSTALLED BY THE CUSTOMER.BACKYARD OUTFITTERS S NOT RESDONSIBLE FOR THE TIE-DOWN SYSTEM.REFER TO NOTE SHEET S-0. 2)THE SCHEDULE IN)ICATES THE RECOMMENDED NUMBER DF BUILDING TIE-DOWNS TO BE INSTALLED BY THE CUSTOMER.EACH TIE-DOWN HAS IWO EARTh ANCHORS.EACH EARTH ANCHOR IS TO BE RATED FOR AT LEAST THE CAPACITY SHOWN IN THE SCHEDULE. 33 AT A MINIMUM.PROVIDE A TIE-DOWN NEAR EACH END OF THE BUILDING.REMAINING TIE-DOWNS IIF REOUIRED)SHOULD BE EVENLY SPACED ALONG THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF BUILDING. IT IS A VIOLATION CF NEW YORK STATE LAW FOR ANY PERSON.UNLESS THEY ARE ACTINC UNDER THE DIRECTION OF A LICENSED ENGINEER. TO ALTER THESE DRAWINGS IN NY WAY.IF ANY PART OF THESE DRAWINGS ARE ALTERED.THE ALTERING ENGINEER SHALL AFFIX THEIR SEAL AND THE NOTATION ALEERED BY’FOLLOWED BY THEIR SII3NATURE.DATE OF ALTERATION AND A SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION CF THE ALTERATION. OUTER SKID / BLDG - LENGTH 10 WIDE BLDGS 10-C 2 _________________________ 12’WIDE BLDGS REDO ANCHOR CAPAC 1W 14’WIDE BLDGS NUMBER OF TIE-DOWNS REaD ANCHOR CAPACITY BUILDING EE-DDWN W/(2)EARTH ANCHORS -TO BE INSTALLED BY CUSTOMER. 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