Applicant proposes construct a two-story dwelling with attached garage totaling 3,171 sf located on the south end of Forest Road (226.19-1-39). The project is located in the WR Zoning District and is designated as Moderate Intensity Use on the Adirondack Park Land Use and Development Map. Disturbance within 100 feet of a wetland requires both Site Plan Review and Freshwater Wetlands Permit review by the Planning Board. The project proposes on-site wastewater treatment and an on-site water supply. Stormwater management is proposed with three rain gardens located throughout the property. Access to the site requires the extension of a Town Road. The application submission contained no information for stormwater management for the proposed road extension. JANUARY 2013 - The Town determined a total of 7 variances were required for the application for setbacks for infiltration devices to wetlands, separation to groundwater and need for infiltration extending below frost line. The application was revised and the rear rain garden was eliminated, grass pavers were installed, and the stone trench was expanded.
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Last Updated On:
Friday, January 18, 2013
Project Summary
Waterkeeper Perspective
The Waterkeeper has concerns about the construction in close proximity to the wetlands and removal of the protective buffer, recommends the project be considered a major stormwater project, provide stormwater management for the road extension, need to provide infiltration for all impervious surfaces, need for additional soil testing in the areas of the stormwater controls and possible need for variances for the rain gardens within 100 feet of the wetlands.
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Related Town
Waterkeeper Comments Document
Project Address
Forest Road
Queensbury, NY 12804
See comment letter to the Town of Queensbury Planning Board September 2012 and January 2013.