Southtowns Record

Draft Local Law 3-2026 Chapter 200 Zoning

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Town of Wales
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Other
Topics
Zoning and land use, Water, sewer and drainage, Parks and recreation, Roads and traffic, Budget and taxes

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(15) Upon issuance of the Special Use Permit, the applicant shall proceed to obtain site plan approval
  from the Planning Board and apply for any necessary variances from the Zoning Board of
  Appeals.
B.  Application details.
  (1)  Each application for a special use permit shall be made in triplicate and an electronic version
  with an accompanying concept plan. The materials to be submitted with each application shall
  clearly show the conditions on the site at the time of the application, the features of the site which
  are to be incorporated into the proposed use or building and the appearance and function of the
  proposed use or building. As a minimum, the application shall include the following information
  and plans:
  (a) The applicant shall provide a detailed written narrative describing the nature and scope of the
  proposed use. At a minimum, the narrative shall include:
  i.  A description of the proposed use and its primary activities, including hours of
  operation, number of employees, and services or functions to be offered or
  conducted on-site.
  ii. An explanation of how the proposed use meets the intent and requirements of the
  zoning district in which it is located, as well as how it aligns with the purpose and
  intent of the Special Use Permit process.
  iii. A discussion of compatibility with surrounding land uses, including anticipated
  impacts, if any, on neighboring properties with respect to traffic, noise, lighting,
  odors, and other potential nuisances.
  iv. A description of any mitigation measures proposed to minimize potential adverse
  impacts on adjacent properties or the community.
  v. A summary of compliance with applicable local, state, or federal regulations, and
  identification of any permits or approvals that are required from other agencies.
  (b)  The location, use, design, dimensions and height of each structure and building, as well as
  the relationship of the proposal to the topography.

  (c)  The location and arrangement of vehicular accessways and the location, size and capacity
  of all areas used for off-street parking, loading and unloading.
  (d)  The location and dimensions of walkways and other areas established for pedestrian use.
  (e)  The design and treatment of open areas, buffer areas and screening devices maintained,
  including dimensions of all areas devoted to lawns, trees and other landscaping devices and
  all areas to remain in their natural state.
  (f)  A written description and plans for water supply, sewage disposal and storm drainage.
  (g)  Such other data and plans as the Building Inspector, Town Engineer, and Town Board may
  require to properly take action on the application.

  (h)  The special use permit application fee as set forth from time to time by resolution of the
  Town Board.
  (2)  The Code Enforcement Officer shall inspect all properties on or about the anniversary date of
  the issuance of a special use permit to determine compliance and shall file with the Town Clerk
  a report stating whether the special use permit is in full compliance or, if not, those items of
  noncompliance. [Added 8-26-2008 by L.L. No. 5-2008]
C.  Amendments to the special use permit that, in the opinion and upon recommendation of the Code
  Enforcement Officer, do not essentially change the original intent and use, may be approved by the
  Town Board upon review. Changes that are deemed to significantly change the original intent and use
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