WHAT DO I NEED FOR A PLANNING BOARD APPLICATION?
Subdivisions, Site Plans, Steep Slope Permits, Wetlands Permits and Accessory Apartment Applications:
1. Complete application forms in triplicate (obtained in the Planning & Zoning Department) and submit application fee with 12 copies of subdivision plat or site plan prepared by licensed engineer. Plans should include topography, drainage, road profiles, utilities, landscaping (elevation drawings, parking, lighting fixtures for site plans).
2. An escrow account must be established by the applicant to cover the cost of the Town's Planning Consultant's review of the project.
3. Environmental Assessment Form (full or short depending on project) must be submitted. This form may be printed from our website (additional links above) SEQR FULL OR SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM (PDF).
4. All material should be submitted 3 weeks prior to a meeting in order to be considered for placement on a meeting agenda.
5. Steep Slope and Wetlands Permits are filed with the Engineering Department and then referred to the Planning Board. Telecommunications towers and satellite antennas are also reviewed by the Planning Board.
6. Accessory Apartment applications are filed with the Building Department and then referred to the Planning Board for review for approval or denial. Applications may be obtained from the Building Department and should include floor plans of main dwelling unit and accessory apartment with complete room dimensions. A survey of the property and photographs showing parking area for 4 vehicles on site and the exterior of the dwelling must be submitted.
7. All new construction and renovations for commerical property must go before the Architectural Board of Review.
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