Town Board minutes — April 13, 2026

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Town of Aurora | Town Board Meeting | April 13, 2026
  adjacent streets.
  f.  A description of all existing deed restrictions or covenants applying to
  the property.
  g. The identification and record of the application and approval status of
  all necessary state and county permits as part of the final stage of any
  applicant’s site plan review.
  9.  Impact of proposal on environs:
  a. Relationship to:
  i. Adjacent and nearby land uses, both public and private.
  ii. Existing and proposed traffic patterns.
  iii. Existing and projected water supply, sewage disposal and
  similar service capabilities
  iv. The community’s ability to provide adequate recreation,
  education and fire protection.
  b. Visual compatibility with surroundings.
  c. Effect on air and water quality standards applicable to commercial
  site plans.
  d. Effect on energy consumption and conservation.
  e. Whether the designated lead agency deems the proposal to be
  significant pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act, in
  which event a draft environmental impact statement, followed by an
  environmental impact statement, will be required and reviewed.
  10.  Natural features:
  a. Geological features, such as depth to bedrock and the locations of
  rock outcrops.
  b. Topographical features, including a map showing existing contour
  intervals of no more than five feet. Two-foot contour intervals will be
  required if the topography is relatively flat. Areas of steep slopes
  should be delineated as necessary.
  c. Soil characteristics, such as load-bearing capacity and drainage
  capacity.
  d. Hydrologic features, which should include drainage and natural runoff
  patterns, flood zones, noted wetlands, vegetative cover and average
  depth to groundwater.
  11.  Existing development and infrastructure:
  a. The location and dimensions of major buildings and structures.
  b. The location and width of roads, private drive and paths, including site
  access.
  c. The location, size and flow direction of sewers, water supply lines, and
  culverts; all utilities to be identified.
  d. Other existing developments adjacent to the site, including setback
  and lot line dimensions.
  12.  Proposed development:
  a. The intended use of the completed project.
  b. A grading and drainage plan.
  c. Site placement of buildings, accessory structures, fences, parking lots,
  sidewalks, storage tanks, waste-disposal units, etc.
  d. The location and size of water and sewer lines and appurtenances.
  e. The location, size and design of all outdoor lighting facilities, public-
  address systems and outdoor signs, including those posted on
  buildings.
  f.  A general landscaping plan and planting schedule, including buffer
  zones and green space.
  g. An estimated project schedule and phasing plan (final site plan).
  h. A performance bond, if determined to be appropriate, with the
  amount, completion schedule, public improvements covered and
  inspection and bond approval.
  13.  Impact on stormwater pollution:
  a. A stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP), if required for the
  proposed development under Chapter 96, Stormwater Management,
  of the Code.
  b. The recommendation of the Stormwater Management Officer to
  approve, approve with modifications, or disapprove the SWPPP
  pursuant to Chapter 96 of the Code.
  14.  Other: any other information or materials with the Town Board, Planning Board,
  Town’s Engineer, Highway Superintendent and/or Code Enforcement Officer
  deems reasonably necessary and/or appropriate to complete a meaningful
  site plan review in connection with the applicant’s proposed improvements or
  development project.

SECTION 5. WAIVER OF REVIEW PROCESS.

The Town Board may waive the applicability of all or any portion of the site plan review
process to a particular applicant or project if it determines that such review is not in the
interest of public health, safety or general welfare or is inappropriate to a particular site plan
or project, except that the requirements of §95-4B(6) of this chapter shall not be waived.

SECTION 6. DECISION; NOTICE AND FILING.

  C.  Prior to reaching a final decision on a site plan review application, the Code
  Enforcement Officer shall, if required, mail notice of such proposed action to
  the Erie County Department of Environment and Planning.
  D.  The decision of the Town Board on any site plan application shall be filed in the
  office of the Town Clerk within five business days after such decision is rendered
  and a copy mailed to the applicant.

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