Town Board Regular Meeting Agenda, Jul 13, 2026 — Agenda (full text)
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Agenda
Natalie E. Nitsche Town Clerk
Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
July 13, 2026
1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Minutes of Previous Meeting
RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby approve the minutes of the previous meeting as
follows: May 18, 2026, June 8, 2026, June 22, 2026
4. Agenda Items
4.1. Public Hearing Proposed local law #11, 2026
4.2. Naming Alumni Park
4.3. Approval of local law to add a new chapter for Unmanned aircraft take-offs and
landings.
4.4. Approval of the modified 2026 Schedule of Fines and Penalties
4.5. Unsafe structure at 6310 Southwestern Blvd.
4.6. Unsafe structure at 5272 South Park Ave.
4.7. Code Enforcement Training
4.8. 2027 Buildging and Electrical Permit Fees
4.9. Chapter 109 Amendments Referral and PH Resolution
4.10. Non-CFA Zoning Article XLIV Site Plan Review Amendments SEQR Negative
Declaration
4.11. Non-CFA Zoning Article XLIV Site Plan Review Amendments Adoption Resolution
4.12. POLICE –Budget Admendment
4.13. PAF - POLICE - Crossing Guard PT
4.14. Authorize Amendment to Contract with the Town of Hamburg EMS
4.15. Amendment to the Volunteer Fire Company 2026 Contracts
4.16. BOCES Volunteer Work Program Agreement
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4.17. Recreation Budget Adjustment - Tennis Grant
4.18. Youth, Recreation, & Senior Services P.A.F.
4.19. Taylor Road Alcohol Waiver Request
4.20. Staffing Agreement between Scranton VFC and Hamburg EMS
4.21. Budget Amendment – Recognition of ARPA Funds in Q1 and Q2 2026
4.22. Finance/Personnel PAF
4.23. Finance/Personnel New Hire PAF
4.24. Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company New Member-Tomczak
4.25. Scranton Volunteer Fire Company, Inc New Memember-Domin
4.26. B&G Revenue Account - Progressive Insurance
4.27. B&G Revenue Account Transfer
4.28. Consent To Formation of Bayview Townhomes Water Works Corporation
4.29. Approve General Obligation Serial Bonds or Notes by Newton Abbott Volunteer Fire
Company for acquisition of a fire truck/emergency vechicle
4.30. Grant Application Town of Hamburg WQIP Salt Facility Project
4.31. Grant Application Town of Hamburg Mt Vernon Sanitary Sewer Project, Phase II
4.32. Grant Application Blasdell Community Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA)
Nomination
5. Public Comment
6. Meeting is adjourned by Supervisor
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4.1. Public Hearing Proposed local law #11, 2026
Legal Notice
Town of Hamburg
Notice of Hearing Proposed Local Law #11, 2026
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there has been presented to the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg on
June 8, 2026, pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law, a proposed local law to be known as proposed
local law #11, 2026; the proposed local law to add a Chapter to the Hamburg Town Code entitled "
Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings ". An abstract of the proposed local law is described as
follows:
The purpose of this local law is to add to the Code of the Town of Hamburg a Chapter with
requirements for unmanned aircraft and unmanned aircraft systems. A complete copy of the proposed
amendments will be available at:
HAMBURG TOWN HALL
Town Clerk’s Office/upper level
6100 South Park Avenue
Hamburg, New York 14075
And on the Town of Hamburg’s website:
www.townofhamburgny.gov Click on Legal Notices & Bid
THEREFORE, pursuant to the statutes and the provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town
Board of the Town of Hamburg will hold a public hearing on the aforesaid law, at the Hamburg Town
Hall, 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, New York, at 6:00 p.m. on the 13th day of July, 2026, at
which time all persons interested may be heard.
Dated: June 8, 2026 Natalie Nitsche
Town Clerk
Town of Hamburg
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4.2. Naming Alumni Park
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg has long been recognized as a community dedicated to parks,
recreation, families, and civic pride; and
WHEREAS, the opening of the new National Football League stadium at the border of the Town of
Hamburg presents a unique opportunity to celebrate the Town’s special connection to sports while
creating lasting opportunities and amenities for Hamburg residents; and
WHEREAS, over the past two years, the Town Board, Town staff, and community partners have
worked to identify ways in which the residents of Hamburg can highlight and benefit from this
opportunity, and
WHEREAS, for decades the Town of Hamburg has proudly been home to numerous Buffalo Bills and
Buffalo Sabres players, coaches, Hall of Famers, champions, and other distinguished members of the
Buffalo sports community, while generations of Hamburg residents have been among the most
passionate and loyal fans in local and professional sports;
Be It Resolved, in recognition of this proud heritage, the individuals whose accomplishments have
inspired our community, and the fans whose unwavering support has become an enduring part of
Western New York’s identity, the Hamburg Town Board names its town owned property at Parker Rd
and Big Tree Rd/Rt 20 A as Alumni Park, a welcoming community destination that celebrates
Hamburg’s place in Buffalo’s rich sports history.
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4.3. Approval of local law to add a new chapter for Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings.
WHEREAS, the Hamburg Town Code contains and specifies the local laws and ordinances of the
Town of Hamburg; and
WHEREAS, the Code Review Committee reviewed the provisions for a new chapter to the Code of the
Town of Hamburg entitled “Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings”, and suggested the addition for
the Town Board to consider; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is proposing a local law to add a
new chapter entitled “Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings”
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on July 13, 2026, for discussion and public comment concerning
adoption of this proposed local law; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg has determined that this proposed local law amendment is a Type II
action under SEQR, and no SEQR decision is necessary; and
WHEREAS, these proposed local law amendments were referred to Erie County through the 239-m
referral process and received no objections; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendments are in accordance with the recommendations of the Town of
Hamburg Code Review Committee.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Hamburg Town Board approves Local Law and adds a
new chapter entitled “Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings” to the Code of the Town of Hamburg
ATTACHMENTS:
UAS code 5-9-26.docx
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Unmanned aircraft take-offs and landings
Purpose and intent
It is the intention of the Town of Hamburg to protect and enhance the public health,
safety, security, privacy, and well-being of the residents of the community as well as of the
guests and visitors thereto by the establishment of regulations and procedures governing the
operation of unmanned aircraft (aka "drones") and/or unmanned aircraft systems (hereinafter
"UAS").
Definitions
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings herein indicated
BUFFALO BILLS COMPLEX
All of the approximately 250 acre parcel of land situated in the Town of Orchard Park
and in the Town of Hamburg, New York, locally known as "One Bills Drive," inclusive of the
stadium, the Sports Training Performance Center, the Fieldhouse, parking lots, entrances,
walkways and practice fields.
UNMANNED AIRCRAFT
[1] A device that is intended to navigate in the air without an onboard pilot; and
[2] An aircraft that is operated without the possibility of human intervention from
within or on the aircraft. Unmanned aircraft are also referred to as "drones."
UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM
An unmanned aircraft and associated elements (including communications links and the
components that control the unmanned aircraft) that are required for the pilot in
command to operate safely and efficiently in the national airspace system.
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RESTRICTIONS ON USE
A. It shall be unlawful for any person to take off or land in any zone within the Town of
Hamburg an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system within one mile of and
within two hours before or after an open air event sponsored by the Town of Hamburg
and located within the Town of Hamburg, such events including, but not limited to,
parades, concerts, street dances, festivals, art shows, sporting events and recreational
events.
B. It shall be unlawful for any person to take off or land an unmanned aircraft or
unmanned aircraft system within two miles of the Buffalo Bills Complex on the day of
any event held at the Buffalo Bills Complex and four hours prior to or four hours after
any event held at the Buffalo Bills Complex.
C. All unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft systems shall be subject to all applicable
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
Exceptions
Express written permission required.
The takeoff or landing of an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system as
proscribed herein may be permitted pursuant to a permit issued by the Town of Hamburg Clerk
after approval is granted by the Town of Hamburg Police Department. The permit fee shall be
set by resolution by the Town Board.
Enforcement
This chapter shall be enforced by the Town of Hamburg Police Department.
Penalties for offenses.
Any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall, upon conviction thereof, be
punishable by a fine set forth in the Schedule of Fines and Penalties.
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4.4. Approval of the modified 2026 Schedule of Fines and Penalties
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Code established a Schedule of Fines and Penalties to be imposed
for various violations throughout the Town Code; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board adopt the modified 2026
Town of Hamburg Schedule of Fines and Penalties.
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC070626-001.pdf
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4.5. Unsafe structure at 6310 Southwestern Blvd.
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Code Chapter 80 references the procedure for unsafe buildings in
the Town of Hamburg, and,
WHEREAS, the Supervising Code Enforcement Officer of the Town of Hamburg made a formal
inspection of the property located at 6310 Southwestern Blvd. Hamburg, NY (SBL 194.00-3-11.2) and
deemed the structure unsafe, and,
WHEREAS, the Supervising Code Enforcement officer provided the Town Board, in writing, a report
of his findings and recommendations for demolition, and,
WHEREAS, the Town Board has considered the report, and,
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board finds the structure located at 6310 Southwestern Blvd.
Hamburg, NY unsafe and orders its removal, and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Code Enforcement Department to
advertise for demolition bids of said structure, and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board designates the Supervising Code Enforcement
Officer, an Assistant Code Enforcement Officer, the Town Attorney or Deputy Town Attorney, and the
Code Enforcement liaison from the Town Board to schedule and hold a public hearing on the
demolition of the structure, and,
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that once demolition bids are received, the Town Board shall make
proper notification to the property owner stating the public hearing date, time, place, and estimated
costs for the demolition.
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC062526.pdf
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4.6. Unsafe structure at 5272 South Park Ave.
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Code Chapter 80 references the procedure for unsafe buildings in
the Town of Hamburg, and,
WHEREAS, the Supervising Code Enforcement Officer of the Town of Hamburg made a formal
inspection of the property located at 5272 South Park Ave. Hamburg, NY (SBL 171.14-1-2.1) and
deemed the attached chapel and detached greenhouse structures unsafe, and,
WHEREAS, the Supervising Code Enforcement officer provided the Town Board, in writing, a report
of his findings and recommendations for demolition, and,
WHEREAS, the Town Board has considered the report, and,
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board finds the attached chapel and detached greenhouse structures
located at 5272 South Park Ave. Hamburg, NY unsafe and orders their removal, and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board authorizes the Code Enforcement Department to
advertise for demolition bids of said structures, and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Board designates the Supervising Code Enforcement
Officer, an Assistant Code Enforcement Officer, the Town Attorney or Deputy Town Attorney, and the
Code Enforcement liaison from the Town Board to schedule and hold a public hearing on the
demolition of the structures, and,
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that once demolition bids are received, the Town Board shall make
proper notification to the property owner stating the public hearing date, time, place, and estimated
costs for the demolition.
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC062526-001.pdf
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4.7. Code Enforcement Training
Whereas, The State of New York requires continuing education for Code Enforcement Officers within
the Building Inspection Department, and
Whereas, The Western Southern Tier Building Officials Association is holding a conference on
September 16-18, 2026 located at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Avenue Celoron, NY, and
Be It Resolved, : That the Town Board authorize travel requests for Code Enforcement Officer David
Rice to attend the WSTBOA Conference training on Wednesday, September 16 to Friday September 18,
2026.
BE IT FURTHER REOLVED: that the Town Board approved the training request for the Code
Enforcement Officer at an annual cost of $375.00. Use of a Town vehicle will be required.
Funds available in Account#
A.3620.0492 – Safety inspection – Training and Seminars
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC070226-07022026123937.pdf
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4.8. 2027 Buildging and Electrical Permit Fees
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Code established a permit fee schedule to be imposed for various
building and electrical permits issued throughout the Town; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board adopts the 2027 Town of
Hamburg Permit Fee Schedule, effective January 1, 2027.
ATTACHMENTS:
Fee Schedule proposed 2027.xlsx
2027 Proposed Electrical fees split.docx
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Town of Hamburg
1-1-27 PERMIT FEES
PERMIT TYPE FILING FEEEXAMINATION FEE MISCELLANEOUS FEE
RESIDENTIAL
Single family residence $10.00 $45.00 $0.53/sq ft habitable space
Two Family Residence $10.00 $45.00 $0.53/sq ft habitable space
Town House, Condo $10.00 $45.00 $0.53/sq ft habitable space
Multiple Dwellings/Hotel/Motel (3 or more units
$10.00 $45.00 $1,050.00 per dwelling unit
per buildng)
Residential Additions $10.00 $45.00 $0.53/sq ft habitable space
Residential Alterations $10.00 $40.00 1% construction cost *material cost*
Residential Demolition House $10.00 $150.00
Residential Demolition Garage $10.00 $45.00
Moving a Structure $10.00 $45.00 $0.53/sq ft
Mobile Home Replacement $10.00 $210.00 Requires electric permit
Roof Replacement - Residential $10.00 $65.00
Residential Solar Panel $10.00 $100.00 Requires electric permit
1% construction cost *material cost*,
Residential Wind Energy System $0.00 $275.00
requires electric permit
COMMERCIAL
Commercial or Industrial Building $10.00 $100.00 $1.35/sq ft of gross floor area
Commercial or Industrial Addition $10.00 $100.00 $1.35/sq ft of gross floor area
Commercial or Industrial Alteration $10.00 $100.00 1.1% construction cost *material cost*
Commercial Accessory Structure $10.00 $45.00 $0.35/Sq ft
Commercial Demolition $10.00 $430.00
Select Demolition $10.00 $50.00
Roof Replacement - Commercial $10.00 $65.00 $0.06/Sq ft.
Site Work: Non Residential Development $10.00 $100.00 $0.045/sq ft net site area.
*Phased site projects, term to be at the
discretion of code enforcement official
Site Work Renewal Fee $1,050.00 Maximum *6 month permit*
Commercial HVAC Installation $0.00 $55.00 $55.00 per unit
Commercial Generator $10.00 $265.00 Requires Electrical Permit
Requires electric permit, 1.1% of Project
Commercial Solar Panel $10.00 $265.00
Cost, requires electric permit
2% construction cost *material cost*,
Commercial Wind Energy System $0.00 $275.00
requires electric permit
Cell Tower $0.00 $550.00 2% Project cost, requires electric permit
Cell Tower - Co Location $0.00 $550.00 2% Project cost, requires electric permit
Battery Storage $0.00 $550.00 2% Project cost, requires electric permit
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Underground Tank/Removal/Replacement $0.00 $110.00
ACCESSORIES
Decks $10.00 $35.00 $0.10/sq ft
Exterior Stairs/Ramps $10.00 $35.00
Handicap Ramp $10.00 None
Carport $10.00 $40.00 $0.15/sq ft
Detached Garage $10.00 $40.00 $0.10/sq ft
Gazebo/Pavilion/Pergola $10.00 $40.00 $0.10/sq ft
Covered Porch/Patio/Deck $10.00 $40.00 $0.15/sq ft
Tool Shed $10.00 $40.00 $0.10/sq ft
Residential Accessory Structure $10.00 $40.00 $0.10/sq ft
Fence (Includes pool enclosure) $10.00 $40.00 $0.10/linear ft
Fence Replacement $10.00 $40.00
Inground Pool $10.00 $165.00 Requires electric permit
Above ground Pool $10.00 $70.00 Requires electric permit
Temporary Pools $0.00 $25.00 Yearly, Electrical Included
Hot Tub $10.00 $70.00 Requires electric permit
Whole House Residential Generator $10.00 $65.00 Requires electric permit
Wood Burning Fireplace $0.00 $75.00
Temporary Storage Trailer $0.00 $150.00 Only allowed with a construction permit
Tent Sale $10.00 $65.00
SIGNS
Signs (Attached/Detached) $10.00 $45.00 $5.25/sq ft
A-Frame $10.00 $100.00 *Annual Fee
Temporary Portable Signs $10.00 $100.00 *45 Day Permit
Sign Reface $10.00 $45.00 $2.10/sqft
Digital Sign - Annual Permit $10.00 $0.00 $2.10/sq ft
PLUMBING & SEWER
Plumbing - Residential $0.00 $55.00 $23.00 Per Fixture
Plumbing - Commercial $0.00 $110.00 $45.00 Per Fixture and $420.00 Min
Sewer Lateral Replacement $0.00 $55.00
Sewer Lateral Repair $0.00 $55.00
Sump/Storm $10.00 $45.00
Water Line $10.00 $45.00
Water Line Replacement $10.00 $45.00
Sewer - Residential Single or Two Family $0.00 $55.00
plus $55.00 for each additional dwelling
Sewer - Multi Family $0.00 $110.00
unit over two dwelling units
Sewer - Commercial with less than 1"
$0.00 $55.00
domestic water line
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Sewer - Commercial with a 1" but less that 1
$0.00 $85.00
1/2" domestic water line
Sewer - Commercial with a 1 1/2" but less that
$0.00 $220.00
2" domestic water line
Sewer - Commercial with a 2" domestic water
$0.00 $385.00
line
Sewer - Commercial with a 3" domestic water
$0.00 $880.00
line
Sewer - Commercial with a 4" domestic water
$0.00 $1,540.00
line
Sewer - Commercial with a 6" domestic water
$0.00 $3,465.00
line
Sewer - Commercial with larger than a 6" $30.80 per square inch of
domestic water line pipe diameter
$100.00 Annual License Fee
Plumbing/Site Utility Contractor License $0.00 $300.00 New License Test Fee
$50.00 Journyman License Fee
Special Plumbing Test $500.00 `
Late Fee For Plumbing Licenses $100.00
MISC.
Fire Repair $20.00 $0.00
Structural Repair $20.00 $0.00
Fire Prevention $20.00 $0.00
Re-Inspection Fee $75.00 FOR ASSESSED RE-INPSECTION
Tree Management $100.00 $100 Per Acre
Tree Waiver $0.00 $0.00 $300 Per Tree
Topsoil Removal $10.00 $40.00 $1.10/CU Yard
Zoning Board (All) $10.00 $210.00
Special Event $50.00
File retrieval, Research, and Certificate of
Zoning Compliance Letter $0.00 $110.00
Compliance
Home Business Permit $0.00 $55.00 Annual Permit
Site Plan Waiver $0.00 $175.00
*Must meet code requirements for size
Domestic Fowl $10.00 $45.00
and distance
Coastal Erosion/Seawall Repair $0.00 $55.00
Flood Plain Management $0.00 $55.00 $0.03/sq ft net site area.
Mobile Home Park License $20.00 per lot
Operating Perrmit $125.00
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TOWN OF HAMBURG
ELECTRICAL FEES 1-1-2027
RESIDENTIAL FEES
RESIDENTIAL MINIMUM FEE: $ 110.00
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE & METER EQUIPMENT
100 Amps – 225 Amps $ 110.00
With transfer switch $ 60.00
Over 225 Amps – 400 Amps $ 160.00
Over 400 Amps – 600 Amps $ 220.00
With transfer switch on replacement of service $ 60.00
Exceeding 2 meters, add per meter $ 25.00
RESIDENTIAL FEES:
One, two, multi family dwelling and hotel room (less than 200 Amps – 3 trips & 2,000 sq. ft.) $ 220.00
One, two, multi family dwelling and hotel room (less than 200 Amps -3 trips, over 2,000 sq. ft.) $ 330.00
RESIDENTIAL ADDITIONS OR ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING COMPLEX:
One & two family dwelling additions – 2 trips & up 1,000 sq. ft $ 110.00
One & two family dwelling additions – 2 trips & up 2,000 sq. ft. $ 160.00
Multi- family dwelling per unit $ 150.00
RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOLS & SPAS:
Residential in ground $ 160.00
Residential above ground $ 110.00
Spas & Hot tubs $ 110.00
RESIDENTIAL GENERATORS:
Flat fee $ 110.00
With service change included $ 150.00
RESIDENTIAL EV $ 110.00
RESIDENTIAL SOLAR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:
Base fee $ 110.00
Additional fee for each panel $ 11.00
Residential Fire Repair $35.00
A REINSPECTION FEE FOR SOLAR PANELS AND GENERATOR INSPECTIONS WILL BE ISSUED WHEN THERE IS NO
CONTRACTOR PRESENT FOR THE INITIAL INSPECTION
RE-INSPECTION FEE:
Conducted as a result of defective workmanship, project not ready for inspection or required contractor not on site
during initial inspection:
Residential re-inspection $ 110.00
Commercial re-inspection $ 165.00
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COMMERCIAL FEES
COMMERICAL/INDUSTIAL FEES:
Base Fee $ 220.00
Per outlet, fixture, or device $ 2.25
TRANSFORMERS:
Not to exceed 200 KVA $ 100.00
Over 200 KVA $ 125.00
Over 500 KVA $ 175.00
MOTORS:
Single unit of group not exceeding 5 motors which total capacity does not exceed
Less or equal to 1H.P. $ 15.00
1 H.P. - 2 H.P. $ 20.00
2 H.P. – 20 H.P. $ 25.00
Over 20 H.P. $ 30.00
ELECTRIC RANGES – WATER HEATERS OR SIMILAR DEVICES:
Single Unit or 20 KW or less $ 35.00
Each additional outlet for devices Of 20KW or less $ 25.00
Cable heat (first unit) $ 75.00
Each additional unit $ 20.00
Heat pumps and/or air conditioners $ 85.00
ELECTRICAL EVALUATION:
Visual inspection resulting from no initial permit or as-built conditions:
Calculated on site through report (Minimum fee) $ 220.00
SITE LIGHTING:
Each light pole $ 22.00
COMMERCIAL EV:
First EV Charger $220.00
Each Additional EV Charger $ 85.00
BATTERY STORAGEFACILITIES:
Base Fee $ 550.00
Each Battery Storage Bank $ 325.00
COMMERCIAL SERVICE & METER EQUIPMENT
100 Amps – 225 Amps $ 200.00
Over 225 Amps – 400 Amps $ 300.00
Over 400 Amps – 600 Amps $ 400.00
Over 600 Amps – 1,000 Amps $ 500.00
Every 100 Amps over 1,000 Amps $ 100.00
COMMERCIAL SWIMMING POOLS:
Pools $ 250.00
Spas & Hot tubs $ 175.00
COMMERCIAL SOLAR ELCTRICAL SYSTEMS:
Base fee $ 300.00
Additional fee for each panel $ 25.00
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4.9. Chapter 109 Amendments Referral and PH Resolution
WHEREAS, the Hamburg Town Code contains and specifies the local laws and ordinances of the
Town of Hamburg; and
WHEREAS, the Code Review Committee has reviewed the Fair Housing regulations of Chapter 109
and has sent these suggested revisions for the Town Board to begin the adoption process; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is proposing to enact a local law
as follows:
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg, New York, that the Hamburg Town Board
amends the Hamburg Town Code as follows (full copies attached):
Amend Chapter 109 (Fair Housing), by amending § 109-6, entitled “Enforcement”; § 109-10
“Education and promotion of housing goals”; and 109-11 “Affirmatively furthering fair housing”.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board hereby entertains this
proposed local law amendment and authorizes the referral of this proposed law amendment to Erie
County, and sets a public hearing for August 10th, 2026, at 6 pm in the Court Room of Hamburg Town
Hall.
ATTACHMENTS:
Fair Housing Amendments Clean Version.pdf
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Town of Hamburg, NY
Chapter 109
FAIR HOUSING
§ 109-1. Policy. § 109-9. Other remedies.
§ 109-2. Definitions. § 109-10. Education and promotion of
§ 109-3. Unlawful acts. housing goals.
§ 109-4. Applicability. § 109-11. Affirmatively furthering fair
§ 109-5. Exemptions. housing.
§ 109-6. Enforcement. § 109-12. Expedition of proceedings.
§ 109-7. Penalties for offenses. § 109-13. Construal of provisions.
§ 109-8. Court action.
[HISTORY: Adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg 8-4-196 by L.L. No. 8-1986;
amended in its entirety 3-14-2005 by L.L. No. 2-2005. Subsequent amendments noted where
applicable.]
GENERAL REFERENCES
Zoning — See Ch. 280.
§ 109-1. Policy.
It is the policy of the Town of Hamburg to provide for fair housing throughout the Town.
§ 109-2. Definitions.
As used in this chapter, the following words shall have the meanings indicated:
ADVERTISING — Printing, circulating, placing or publishing or causing to be placed or published any
written statement with respect to the availability of a dwelling for sale or rental.
DISABILITY — A physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life
activities; a record of such an impairment or a condition regarded by others as such an impairment.
HOUSING UNIT — Any building, structure, or portion thereof which is used or occupied, or is intended,
arranged or designed to be used or occupied, as the home or residence of one or more persons maintaining
a common household.
MARITAL STATUS — Single, married, divorced, separated or widowed.
MILITARY STATUS — A person's participation in the military service of the United States or the military
service of the state including, but not limited to, the Army National Guard, the Air National Guard, the New
York Naval Militia, the New York Guard, and such additional forces as may be created by the federal or
state government as authorized by law.[Added 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
SEXUAL ORIENTATION — Heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, asexuality, whether actual
or perceived, as well as a person's gender identity, self-image, appearance or expression.[Amended
5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
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§ 109-2 HAMBURG CODE § 109-5
SOURCE OF INCOME — Payments from any lawful occupation or employment, as well as other
payments, including, but not limited to, public assistance, public assistance security agreements,
supplemental security income, pensions, annuities, unemployment benefits, government subsidies such as
Section 8, or other housing subsidies.[Amended 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
§ 109-3. Unlawful acts.
A. It shall be unlawful: [Amended 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
(1) To refuse to sell or rent or refuse to negotiate for the sale or rental or to deny any dwelling to
any person because of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, national origin,
source of income, sexual orientation, military status or because the person has a child or children.
(2) To discriminate against any person in the terms, conditions or provision of services or facilities
in connection with the sale or rental of a dwelling because of race, color, religion, sex, age,
marital status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, military status or
because the person has a child or children.
(3) To induce or attempt to induce any person to sell or rent any dwelling by representations
regarding the entry into the neighborhood of a person or persons of a particular race, color,
religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation,
military status or because the person has a child or children.
(4) For a person offering residential property for sale or rent or anyone acting on behalf of such a
person to print or circulate or cause to be printed or circulated any statement, advertisement or
publication or to use any form of application for the sale or rental of a dwelling or to make any
record or inquiry in connection with the sale or rental of a dwelling which expresses, directly or
indirectly, any limitation, specification or discrimination as to race, color, religion, sex, age,
marital status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, military status or
because the person has a child or children.
B. For purposes of this chapter, discrimination shall include:
(1) A refusal to permit, at the expense of a disabled person, reasonable modifications of existing
premises occupied or to be occupied by such person if such modifications may be necessary to
afford such person full enjoyment of the premises (except that, in the case of rental, the landlord
may, where it is reasonable to do so, condition permission for a modification on the renter
agreeing to restore the interior of the premises to the condition that existed before the
modification, reasonable wear and tear excepted); and
(2) A refusal to make reasonable accommodations in the rules, policies, practices or services when
such accommodation may be necessary to afford such person equal opportunity to use and enjoy
a dwelling.
§ 109-4. Applicability.
This chapter shall apply to all residential structures located within the Town, as well as land zoned for
residential uses.
§ 109-5. Exemptions.
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§ 109-5 FAIR HOUSING § 109-6
A. The prohibitions of this chapter shall not apply to a religious institution or organization limiting the
sale, rental or occupancy of dwellings which it owns or operates to persons of the same religion or
giving preference to such persons, unless membership in such religion is restricted on account of race,
color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation,
military status or because the person has a child or children. [Amended 5-23-2016 by
L.L. No. 5-2016]
B. The prohibitions of this chapter against discrimination because of sex shall not apply to a residential
building owned by a public body or by a private institution or organization and maintained, in whole
or part, for the exclusive use of one sex.
C. The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to:
(1) The rental of a housing accommodation in a building which contains housing accommodations
for not more than two families living independently of each other, if the owner or members of
his family reside in one of such housing accommodations and the rental has occurred without
advertising. [Amended 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
(2) The restriction of the rental of all rooms in a housing accommodation to individuals of the same
sex.
(3) The rental of rooms in a housing accommodation, if such rental is by the occupant of the housing
accommodation or by the owner of the housing accommodation and he or members of his family
reside in such housing accommodations.
(4) Solely with respect to age to the restriction of the sale, rental or lease of housing accommodations
exclusively to persons 55 years of age or older.
§ 109-6. Enforcement.
A. Filing of complaints.
(1) The Town shall receive and investigate complaints under this chapter. The Supervisor shall
designate the Community Development Department Head of the Town to perform the function
contained in this section and may also designate a not-for-profit fair housing organization to
either assist the Community Development Department Head in conducting investigations or to
complete said function and investigations.
(2) Any person or organization, whether or not an aggrieved party, may file with the Supervisor's
designee a complaint of a violation of this chapter.
(3) The Supervisor's designee may investigate individual instances and patterns of conduct
prohibited by this chapter, even without a complaint from another person or organization, and
may initiate complaints in connection therewith.
B. Investigation. The Supervisor's designee shall notify the accused party, in writing, within 30 days of
the filing of any complaint. The designee shall make a prompt investigation in connection with the
complaint and, within 100 days after a complaint is filed, determine whether the Town has jurisdiction
and, if so, whether there is probable cause to believe that the person named in the complaint
(hereinafter referred to as the "respondent"), has engaged or is engaging in art unlawful discriminatory
practice. If, during or after the investigation, the designee believes that appropriate action to preserve
the status quo or to prevent irreparable harm is advisable, the designee shall advise the Town Attorney,
in writing, to bring immediately, in the name of the Town, any action necessary
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§ 109-6 HAMBURG CODE § 109-8
to preserve such status quo or to prevent such harm, including the seeking of temporary restraining
orders and preliminary injunctions.
C. Action. If, at the conclusion of the investigation, the Supervisor's designee shall determine that there
is probable cause to credit the allegation of the complaint, the designee shall certify the matter to the
Town Attorney, who shall institute proceedings in the name of the Town. In the event of a conflict of
interest between Town personnel and the respondent(s), the Supervisor's designee may refer the matter
to outside counsel, providing notice to interested parties within 30 days of the date upon which the
conflict was determined. [Amended 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
D. Conciliation. If, in the judgment of the Supervisor's designee, a conciliation agreement would
satisfactorily resolve the complaint, he/she shall seek to facilitate such an agreement, which may
include provisions requiring the respondent to refrain from unlawful discriminatory practices and pay
such compensation and/or perform affirmative relief as is agreed upon by the parties. Conciliation
agreements shall not be subject to confidentiality. [Added 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
§ 109-7. Penalties for offenses.
A. Any person found to have violated any provision of this chapter shall be subject to the following:
(1) A fine or penalty as set forth in the Schedule of Fines and Penalties. The Town may choose to
designate a portion of any recovery to further the purposes of this chapter.
(2) Revocation or suspension of any license or permit necessary for the operation of the dwelling
unit in question.
(3) Costs, expenses and disbursements incurred by the Town, necessary to obtain complete
compliance by the respondent with the chapter; and/or restraining orders and temporary or
permanent injunctions necessary to obtain complete compliance with this chapter.
B. Each day a violation continues shall constitute a separate violation of this chapter.
C. The Town Attorney may institute criminal action to punish a violation of this chapter by imprisonment
for a term not exceeding 30 days if the above proceeding does not result in compliance with this
chapter.
D. The Town may choose to designate a portion of any penalties recovered to further the purposes of this
chapter, including further public information; the engagement of a fair housing agency or agencies to
further promote fair housing activities within the Town; the participation by the Town in/ with any
other organization whose principal goal is to provide fair housing and/or housing counseling activities;
the offset of any fees and/or expenses originated with the pursuit of this chapter.
§ 109-8. Court action. [Amended 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
Any person claiming to be aggrieved by an unlawful discriminatory practice as defined by § 109-3A of this
chapter shall have a cause of action in any court of competent jurisdiction within one year from the date of
the occurrence for damages and such other remedies as may be appropriate. The court may:
A. Award actual damages, including but not limited to mental anguish, embarrassment and humiliation;
B. Award punitive damages;
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C. Award reasonable attorney's fees in the case of a prevailing plaintiff; and/or
D. Grant as relief as it deems appropriate, any permanent or temporary injunction, temporary restraining
order or other order. No bond shall be required prior to the issuance of injunctive relief.
§ 109-9. Other remedies.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to limit the rights of the complainant to pursue, at any time prior
to or after the filing of a complaint, any other remedies which the complainant may have under the law of
any state, the United States or any jurisdiction. Pursuit of one or more remedies available under this chapter
shall not preclude the pursuit of any other remedy available under this chapter.
§ 109-10. Education and promotion of housing goals.
A. Immediately after the enactment of this chapter, the Town shall commence educational activities
which will explain the law and help to promote the Town's fair housing goals. Such activities shall
continue while this chapter remains in force.
B. Housing providers or real estate brokers selling or renting 20 or more dwelling units within a calendar
year shall formulate an affirmative fair housing marketing plan, which must be filed with the
Community Development Department Head or their designee. At minimum, such affirmative fair
housing marketing plans shall include a statement of nondiscrimination and a marketing plan designed
to attract a diverse pool of applicants. The Town may require annual reports of housing providers'
compliance with their plans.
C. Housing providers or real estate brokers selling or renting 20 or more dwelling units within a calendar
year shall be required to use the equal opportunity logotype on applications and marketing materials
and to display, in rental or real estate offices, a public notice of equal opportunity housing.
§ 109-11. Affirmatively furthering fair housing. [Added 5-23-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]1
A. In order to assure integration within a multifamily development, if affordable units are offered,
affordable units shall not be clustered, but mixed with market-rate units. Additionally, the exterior
appearance of affordable units shall be made to be the same as market-rate units by the provision of
exterior finishes and materials of the same type and quality.
1. Editor’s Note: This local law also renumbered former §§ 109-11 and 109-12 as §§ 109-12 and 109-13, respectively.
§ 109-12. Expedition of proceedings.
Any court in which a proceeding under this chapter is instituted shall assign the case for hearing at the
earliest practicable date and cause the case to be expedited in every way.
§ 109-13. Construal of provisions.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to invalidate or limit any law of the state, the United States or
any other jurisdiction that grants, guarantees or protects the same rights granted, guaranteed or protected by
this chapter.
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
July 13, 2026 Meeting
4.10. Non-CFA Zoning Article XLIV Site Plan Review Amendments SEQR Negative Declaration
WHEREAS, the Hamburg Town Code contains and specifies the local laws and ordinances of the
Town of Hamburg; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg, over a three-year process, completed and adopted a new
Comprehensive Plan for the Town; and
WHEREAS, zoning must be in accordance with a Comprehensive Plan, and the Town wants to
continue the process of bringing the Town’s Zoning Code and Zoning map into conformance with the
Town’s new 2022 Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Town formed a Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee (CPIC) who, in
accordance with the Comprehensive Plan and having completed other studies and reports on land use
issues in the Town, has recommended that the Town Board pursue numerous code amendments; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg directed the Town Planner to work with the CPIC and a special
zoning code committee to develop other priority zoning code updates that were not included in a CFA
grant that was received by the Town; and
WHEREAS, the Town CPIC, special zoning code committee, and the Town Planner have developed
specific Code amendments related to other various zoning issues in the Town; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is proposing to enact a local law
as follows:
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg, New York, that the Hamburg Town Board
amends the Hamburg Town Code as follows (full copies attached):
Amend Chapter 280 (Zoning) “Article XLIV Site Plan Review” in its entirety; and
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WHEREAS, a public hearing was held regarding these Code amendments on June 8th, 2026, and
comments were received and acknowledged from the public, and from Erie County, based on the 239-m
referral.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Hamburg Town Board, in accordance with the State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) has determined that the proposed amendments to the
Zoning Code of the Town of Hamburg Code of Ordinances will not adversely affect the natural
resources of the State and/or the health, safety, and welfare of the public and is consistent with social
and economic considerations and, therefore, issues the attached SEQRA Negative Declaration in
accordance with Section 617.7 of the SEQRA regulations; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, the Supervisor is authorized to sign the Full Environmental
Assessment Form (FEAF Parts 1, 2, and 3), which will act as the Negative Declaration.
ATTACHMENTS:
FEAF Part 1 for Amendment of Site Plan Review.pdf
FEAF Part 2 for Amendment of Site Plan Review.pdf
FEAF Part 3 for Amendment of Site Plan Review.pdf
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Full Environmental Assessment Form
Part 1 - Project and Setting
Instructions for Completing Part 1
Part 1 is to be completed by the applicant or project sponsor. 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; indicate whether missing information does not exist,
or is not reasonably available to the sponsor; and, when possible, generally describe work or studies which would be necessary to
update or fully develop that information.
Applicants/sponsors must complete all items in Sections A & B. In Sections C, D & E, most items contain an initial question that
must be answered either “Yes” or “No”. If the answer to the initial question is “Yes”, complete the sub-questions that follow. If the
answer to the initial question is “No”, proceed to the next question. Section F allows the project sponsor to identify and attach any
additional information. Section G requires the name and signature of the applicant or project sponsor to verify that the information
contained in Part 1is accurate and complete.
A. Project and Applicant/Sponsor Information.
Name of Action or Project:
Amendments to Chapter 280 "Zoning" of the Town Code
Project Location (describe, and attach a general location map):
Town of Hamburg (no specific sites)
Brief Description of Proposed Action (include purpose or need):
The proposed action involves the amendment of Article XLIV Site Plan Review of Hamburg Town Code in its entirety. The site plan review code was
modernized and was subject to a thorough review and recommendation from the Planning Board, Planning Department, and the Supervising Code
Enforcement Officer.
Name of Applicant/Sponsor: Telephone: 716-649-6111
Town of Hamburg E-Mail: [email protected]
Address: 6100 South Park Avenue
City/PO: Hamburg State: NY Zip Code: 14075
Project Contact (if not same as sponsor; give name and title/role): Telephone:
Same E-Mail:
Address:
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
Property Owner (if not same as sponsor): Telephone:
NA E-Mail:
Address:
City/PO: State: Zip Code:
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B. Government Approvals
B. Government Approvals, Funding, or Sponsorship. (“Funding” includes grants, loans, tax relief, and any other forms of financial
assistance.)
Government Entity If Yes: Identify Agency and Approval(s) Application Date
Required (Actual or projected)
a. City Counsel, Town Board, ✔ 9 Yes 9 No Town Board, Zoning Code Amendment April 2026
or Village Board of Trustees
b. City, Town or Village 9 Yes ✔
9 No
Planning Board or Commission
c. City, Town or 9 Yes ✔
9 No
Village Zoning Board of Appeals
d. Other local agencies 9 Yes ✔
9 No
e. County agencies 9 Yes ✔
9 No
f. Regional agencies 9 Yes ✔
9 No
g. State agencies 9 Yes ✔
9 No
h. Federal agencies 9 Yes ✔
9 No
i. Coastal Resources.
i. Is the project site within a Coastal Area, or the waterfront area of a Designated Inland Waterway? 9 Yes ✔
9 No
ii. Is the project site located in a community with an approved Local Waterfront Revitalization Program? ✔
9 Yes 9 No
iii. Is the project site within a Coastal Erosion Hazard Area? 9 Yes ✔
9 No
C. Planning and Zoning
C.1. Planning and zoning actions.
Will administrative or legislative adoption, or amendment of a plan, local law, ordinance, rule or regulation be the 9 Yes 9 No
✔
only approval(s) which must be granted to enable the proposed action to proceed?
• If Yes, complete sections C, F and G.
• If No, proceed to question C.2 and complete all remaining sections and questions in Part 1
C.2. Adopted land use plans.
a. Do any municipally- adopted (city, town, village or county) comprehensive land use plan(s) include the site ✔
9 Yes 9 No
where the proposed action would be located?
If Yes, does the comprehensive plan include specific recommendations for the site where the proposed action 9 Yes 9 No
✔
would be located?
b. Is the site of the proposed action within any local or regional special planning district (for example: Greenway; 9 Yes 9 No
✔
Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA); designated State or Federal heritage area; watershed management plan;
or other?)
If Yes, identify the plan(s):
The proposed action is an amendment to the Code that affects all lands within the Town.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
9 Yes 9 No
c. Is the proposed action located wholly or partially within an area listed in an adopted municipal open space plan, ✔
or an adopted municipal farmland protection plan?
If Yes, identify the plan(s):
Open ________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Space and Greenspace Plan
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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C.3. Zoning
a. Is the site of the proposed action located in a municipality with an adopted zoning law or ordinance. 9 Yes 9 No
✔
If Yes, what is the zoning classification(s) including any applicable overlay district?
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
No sites being rezoned, it is an amendment of the Code.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
b. Is the use permitted or allowed by a special or conditional use permit? 9 Yes 9 No
c. Is a zoning change requested as part of the proposed action? 9 Yes ✔
9 No
If Yes,
i. What is the proposed new zoning for the site? ___________________________________________________________________
C.4. Existing community services.
a. In what school district is the project site located? Frontier
________________________________________________________________
and Hamburg
b. What police or other public protection forces serve the project site?
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Hamburg
c. Which fire protection and emergency medical services serve the project site?
All __________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Town Fire Districts
d. What parks serve the project site?
NA __________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
D. Project Details
D.1. Proposed and Potential Development
a. What is the general nature of the proposed action (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial, recreational; if mixed, include all
components)?
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
b. 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
c. Is the proposed action an expansion of an existing project or use? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If Yes, what is the approximate percentage of the proposed expansion and identify the units (e.g., acres, miles, housing units,
square feet)? % ____________________ Units: ____________________
d. Is the proposed action a subdivision, or does it include a subdivision? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes,
i. Purpose or type of subdivision? (e.g., residential, industrial, commercial; if mixed, specify types)
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Is a cluster/conservation layout proposed? 9 Yes 9 No
iii. Number of lots proposed? ________
iv. Minimum and maximum proposed lot sizes? Minimum __________ Maximum __________
e. Will the proposed action be constructed in multiple phases? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If No, anticipated period of construction: _____ months
ii. If Yes:
• Total number of phases anticipated _____
• Anticipated commencement date of phase 1 (including demolition) _____ month _____ year
• Anticipated completion date of final phase _____ month _____year
• Generally describe connections or relationships among phases, including any contingencies where progress of one phase may
determine timing or duration of future phases: _______________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
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f. Does the project include new residential uses? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, show numbers of units proposed.
One Family Two Family Three Family Multiple Family (four or more)
Initial Phase ___________ ___________ ____________ ________________________
At completion
of all phases ___________ ___________ ____________ ________________________
g. Does the proposed action include new non-residential construction (including expansions)? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes,
i. Total number of structures ___________
ii. Dimensions (in feet) of largest proposed structure: ________height; ________width; and _______ length
iii. Approximate extent of building space to be heated or cooled: ______________________ square feet
h. Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that will result in the impoundment of any 9 Yes 9 No
liquids, such as creation of a water supply, reservoir, pond, lake, waste lagoon or other storage?
If Yes,
i. Purpose of the impoundment: ________________________________________________________________________________
ii. If a water impoundment, the principal source of the water: 9 Ground water 9 Surface water streams 9 Other specify:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. If other than water, identify the type of impounded/contained liquids and their source.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iv. Approximate size of the proposed impoundment. Volume: ____________ million gallons; surface area: ____________ acres
v. Dimensions of the proposed dam or impounding structure: ________ height; _______ length
vi. Construction method/materials for the proposed dam or impounding structure (e.g., earth fill, rock, wood, concrete):
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
D.2. Project Operations
a. Does the proposed action include any excavation, mining, or dredging, during construction, operations, or both? 9 Yes 9 No
(Not including general site preparation, grading or installation of utilities or foundations where all excavated
materials will remain onsite)
If Yes:
i .What is the purpose of the excavation or dredging? _______________________________________________________________
ii. How much material (including rock, earth, sediments, etc.) is proposed to be removed from the site?
• Volume (specify tons or cubic yards): ____________________________________________
• Over what duration of time? ____________________________________________________
iii. Describe nature and characteristics of materials to be excavated or dredged, and plans to use, manage or dispose of them.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iv. Will there be onsite dewatering or processing of excavated materials? 9 Yes 9 No
If yes, describe. ___________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
v. What is the total area to be dredged or excavated? _____________________________________acres
vi. What is the maximum area to be worked at any one time? _______________________________ acres
vii. What would be the maximum depth of excavation or dredging? __________________________ feet
viii. Will the excavation require blasting? 9 Yes 9 No
ix. Summarize site reclamation goals and plan: _____________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
b. Would the proposed action cause or result in alteration of, increase or decrease in size of, or encroachment 9 Yes 9 No
into any existing wetland, waterbody, shoreline, beach or adjacent area?
If Yes:
i. Identify the wetland or waterbody which would be affected (by name, water index number, wetland map number or geographic
description): ______________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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ii. Describe how the proposed action would affect that waterbody or wetland, e.g. excavation, fill, placement of structures, or
alteration of channels, banks and shorelines. Indicate extent of activities, alterations and additions in square feet or acres:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Will the proposed action cause or result in disturbance to bottom sediments? Yes 9 No
If Yes, describe: __________________________________________________________________________________________
iv. Will the proposed action cause or result in the destruction or removal of aquatic vegetation? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• acres of aquatic vegetation proposed to be removed: ___________________________________________________________
• expected acreage of aquatic vegetation remaining after project completion:________________________________________
• purpose of proposed removal (e.g. beach clearing, invasive species control, boat access): ____________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
• proposed method of plant removal: ________________________________________________________________________
• if chemical/herbicide treatment will be used, specify product(s): _________________________________________________
v. Describe any proposed reclamation/mitigation following disturbance: _________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
c. Will the proposed action use, or create a new demand for water? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated water usage/demand per day: __________________________ gallons/day
ii. Will the proposed action obtain water from an existing public water supply? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• Name of district or service area: _________________________________________________________________________
• Does the existing public water supply have capacity to serve the proposal? 9 Yes 9 No
• Is the project site in the existing district? 9 Yes 9 No
• Is expansion of the district needed? 9 Yes 9 No
• Do existing lines serve the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
iii. Will line extension within an existing district be necessary to supply the project? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project: ________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
• Source(s) of supply for the district: ________________________________________________________________________
iv. Is a new water supply district or service area proposed to be formed to serve the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If, Yes:
• Applicant/sponsor for new district: ________________________________________________________________________
• Date application submitted or anticipated: __________________________________________________________________
• Proposed source(s) of supply for new district: _______________________________________________________________
v. If a public water supply will not be used, describe plans to provide water supply for the project: ___________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
vi. If water supply will be from wells (public or private), what is the maximum pumping capacity: _______ gallons/minute.
d. Will the proposed action generate liquid wastes? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Total anticipated liquid waste generation per day: _______________ gallons/day
ii. Nature of liquid wastes to be generated (e.g., sanitary wastewater, industrial; if combination, describe all components and
approximate volumes or proportions of each): __________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Will the proposed action use any existing public wastewater treatment facilities? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• Name of wastewater treatment plant to be used: _____________________________________________________________
• Name of district: ______________________________________________________________________________________
• Does the existing wastewater treatment plant have capacity to serve the project? 9 Yes 9 No
• Is the project site in the existing district? 9 Yes 9 No
• Is expansion of the district needed? 9 Yes 9 No
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• Do existing sewer lines serve the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
• Will a line extension within an existing district be necessary to serve the project? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• Describe extensions or capacity expansions proposed to serve this project: ____________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
iv. Will a new wastewater (sewage) treatment district be formed to serve the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
• Applicant/sponsor for new district: ____________________________________________________________________
• Date application submitted or anticipated: _______________________________________________________________
• What is the receiving water for the wastewater discharge? __________________________________________________
v. If public facilities will not be used, describe plans to provide wastewater treatment for the project, including specifying proposed
receiving water (name and classification if surface discharge or describe subsurface disposal plans):
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
vi. Describe any plans or designs to capture, recycle or reuse liquid waste: _______________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
e. Will the proposed action disturb more than one acre and create stormwater runoff, either from new point 9 Yes 9 No
sources (i.e. ditches, pipes, swales, curbs, gutters or other concentrated flows of stormwater) or non-point
source (i.e. sheet flow) during construction or post construction?
If Yes:
i. How much impervious surface will the project create in relation to total size of project parcel?
_____ Square feet or _____ acres (impervious surface)
_____ Square feet or _____ acres (parcel size)
ii. Describe types of new point sources. __________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Where will the stormwater runoff be directed (i.e. on-site stormwater management facility/structures, adjacent properties,
groundwater, on-site surface water or off-site surface waters)?
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
• If to surface waters, identify receiving water bodies or wetlands: ________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
• Will stormwater runoff flow to adjacent properties? 9 Yes 9 No
iv. Does the proposed plan minimize impervious surfaces, use pervious materials or collect and re-use stormwater? 9 Yes 9 No
f. Does the proposed action include, or will it use on-site, one or more sources of air emissions, including fuel 9 Yes 9 No
combustion, waste incineration, or other processes or operations?
If Yes, identify:
i. Mobile sources during project operations (e.g., heavy equipment, fleet or delivery vehicles)
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Stationary sources during construction (e.g., power generation, structural heating, batch plant, crushers)
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Stationary sources during operations (e.g., process emissions, large boilers, electric generation)
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
g. Will any air emission sources named in D.2.f (above), require a NY State Air Registration, Air Facility Permit, 9 Yes 9 No
or Federal Clean Air Act Title IV or Title V Permit?
If Yes:
i. Is the project site located in an Air quality non-attainment area? (Area routinely or periodically fails to meet 9 Yes 9 No
ambient air quality standards for all or some parts of the year)
ii. In addition to emissions as calculated in the application, the project will generate:
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Nitrous Oxide (N2O)
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Perfluorocarbons (PFCs)
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6)
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Carbon Dioxide equivalent of Hydroflourocarbons (HFCs)
• ___________Tons/year (short tons) of Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs)
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h. Will the proposed action generate or emit methane (including, but not limited to, sewage treatment plants, 9 Yes 9 No
landfills, composting facilities)?
If Yes:
i. Estimate methane generation in tons/year (metric): ________________________________________________________________
ii. Describe any methane capture, control or elimination measures included in project design (e.g., combustion to generate heat or
electricity, flaring): ________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
i. Will the proposed action result in the release of air pollutants from open-air operations or processes, such as 9 Yes 9 No
quarry or landfill operations?
If Yes: Describe operations and nature of emissions (e.g., diesel exhaust, rock particulates/dust):
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
j. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels or generate substantial 9 Yes 9 No
new demand for transportation facilities or services?
If Yes:
i. When is the peak traffic expected (Check all that apply): Morning Evening Weekend
Randomly between hours of __________ to ________.
ii. For commercial activities only, projected number of truck trips/day and type (e.g., semi trailers and dump trucks): _____________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Parking spaces: Existing ___________________ Proposed ___________ Net increase/decrease _____________________
iv. Does the proposed action include any shared use parking? Yes No
v. If the proposed action includes any modification of existing roads, creation of new roads or change in existing access, describe:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
vi. Are public/private transportation service(s) or facilities available within ½ mile of the proposed site? 9 Yes 9 No
vii Will the proposed action include access to public transportation or accommodations for use of hybrid, electric 9 Yes 9 No
or other alternative fueled vehicles?
viii. Will the proposed action include plans for pedestrian or bicycle accommodations for connections to existing 9 Yes 9 No
pedestrian or bicycle routes?
k. Will the proposed action (for commercial or industrial projects only) generate new or additional demand 9 Yes 9 No
for energy?
If Yes:
i. Estimate annual electricity demand during operation of the proposed action: ____________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Anticipated sources/suppliers of electricity for the project (e.g., on-site combustion, on-site renewable, via grid/local utility, or
other):
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Will the proposed action require a new, or an upgrade, to an existing substation? 9 Yes 9 No
l. Hours of operation. Answer all items which apply.
i. During Construction: ii. During Operations:
• Monday - Friday: _________________________ • Monday - Friday: ____________________________
• Saturday: ________________________________ • Saturday: ___________________________________
• Sunday: _________________________________ • Sunday: ____________________________________
• Holidays: ________________________________ • Holidays: ___________________________________
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m. Will the proposed action produce noise that will exceed existing ambient noise levels during construction, 9 Yes 9 No
operation, or both?
If yes:
i. Provide details including sources, time of day and duration:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Will the proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a noise barrier or screen? 9 Yes 9 No
Describe: _________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
n. Will the proposed action have outdoor lighting? 9 Yes 9 No
If yes:
i. Describe source(s), location(s), height of fixture(s), direction/aim, and proximity to nearest occupied structures:
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Will proposed action remove existing natural barriers that could act as a light barrier or screen? 9 Yes 9 No
Describe: _________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
o. Does the proposed action have the potential to produce odors for more than one hour per day? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, describe possible sources, potential frequency and duration of odor emissions, and proximity to nearest
occupied structures: ______________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
p. Will the proposed action include any bulk storage of petroleum (combined capacity of over 1,100 gallons) 9 Yes 9 No
or chemical products 185 gallons in above ground storage or any amount in underground storage?
If Yes:
i. Product(s) to be stored ______________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Volume(s) ______ per unit time ___________ (e.g., month, year)
iii. Generally, describe the proposed storage facilities:________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
q. Will the proposed action (commercial, industrial and recreational projects only) use pesticides (i.e., herbicides, 9 Yes 9 No
insecticides) during construction or operation?
If Yes:
i. Describe proposed treatment(s):
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Will the proposed action use Integrated Pest Management Practices? 9 Yes 9 No
r. Will the proposed action (commercial or industrial projects only) involve or require the management or disposal 9 Yes 9 No
of solid waste (excluding hazardous materials)?
If Yes:
i. Describe any solid waste(s) to be generated during construction or operation of the facility:
• Construction: ____________________ tons per ________________ (unit of time)
• Operation : ____________________ tons per ________________ (unit of time)
ii. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization, recycling or reuse of materials to avoid disposal as solid waste:
• Construction: ________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
• Operation: __________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Proposed disposal methods/facilities for solid waste generated on-site:
• Construction: ________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
• Operation: __________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
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s. Does the proposed action include construction or modification of a solid waste management facility? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Type of management or handling of waste proposed for the site (e.g., recycling or transfer station, composting, landfill, or
other disposal activities): ___________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Anticipated rate of disposal/processing:
• ________ Tons/month, if transfer or other non-combustion/thermal treatment, or
• ________ Tons/hour, if combustion or thermal treatment
iii. If landfill, anticipated site life: ________________________________ years
t. Will the proposed action at the site involve the commercial generation, treatment, storage, or disposal of hazardous 9 Yes 9 No
waste?
If Yes:
i. Name(s) of all hazardous wastes or constituents to be generated, handled or managed at facility: ___________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Generally describe processes or activities involving hazardous wastes or constituents: ___________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Specify amount to be handled or generated _____ tons/month
iv. Describe any proposals for on-site minimization, recycling or reuse of hazardous constituents: ____________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
v. Will any hazardous wastes be disposed at an existing offsite hazardous waste facility? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes: provide name and location of facility: _______________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
If No: describe proposed management of any hazardous wastes which will not be sent to a hazardous waste facility:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
E. Site and Setting of Proposed Action
E.1. Land uses on and surrounding the project site
a. Existing land uses.
i. Check all uses that occur on, adjoining and near the project site.
9 Urban 9 Industrial 9 Commercial 9 Residential (suburban) 9 Rural (non-farm)
9 Forest 9 Agriculture 9 Aquatic 9 Other (specify): ____________________________________
ii. If mix of uses, generally describe:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
b. Land uses and covertypes on the project site.
Land use or Current Acreage After Change
Covertype Acreage Project Completion (Acres +/-)
• Roads, buildings, and other paved or impervious
surfaces
• Forested
• Meadows, grasslands or brushlands (non-
agricultural, including abandoned agricultural)
• Agricultural
(includes active orchards, field, greenhouse etc.)
• Surface water features
(lakes, ponds, streams, rivers, etc.)
• Wetlands (freshwater or tidal)
• Non-vegetated (bare rock, earth or fill)
• Other
Describe: _______________________________
________________________________________
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c. Is the project site presently used by members of the community for public recreation? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If Yes: explain: __________________________________________________________________________________________
d. Are there any facilities serving children, the elderly, people with disabilities (e.g., schools, hospitals, licensed 9 Yes 9 No
day care centers, or group homes) within 1500 feet of the project site?
If Yes,
i. Identify Facilities:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
e. Does the project site contain an existing dam? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Dimensions of the dam and impoundment:
• Dam height: _________________________________ feet
• Dam length: _________________________________ feet
• Surface area: _________________________________ acres
• Volume impounded: _______________________________ gallons OR acre-feet
ii. Dam=s existing hazard classification: _________________________________________________________________________
iii. Provide date and summarize results of last inspection:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
f. Has the project site ever been used as a municipal, commercial or industrial solid waste management facility, 9 Yes 9 No
or does the project site adjoin property which is now, or was at one time, used as a solid waste management facility?
If Yes:
i. Has the facility been formally closed? 9 Yes 9 No
• If yes, cite sources/documentation: _______________________________________________________________________
ii. Describe the location of the project site relative to the boundaries of the solid waste management facility:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Describe any development constraints due to the prior solid waste activities: __________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
g. Have hazardous wastes been generated, treated and/or disposed of at the site, or does the project site adjoin 9 Yes 9 No
property which is now or was at one time used to commercially treat, store and/or dispose of hazardous waste?
If Yes:
i. Describe waste(s) handled and waste management activities, including approximate time when activities occurred:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
h. Potential contamination history. Has there been a reported spill at the proposed project site, or have any 9 Yes 9 No
remedial actions been conducted at or adjacent to the proposed site?
If Yes:
i. Is any portion of the site listed on the NYSDEC Spills Incidents database or Environmental Site 9 Yes 9 No
Remediation database? Check all that apply:
9 Yes – Spills Incidents database Provide DEC ID number(s): ________________________________
9 Yes – Environmental Site Remediation database Provide DEC ID number(s): ________________________________
9 Neither database
ii. If site has been subject of RCRA corrective activities, describe control measures:_______________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Is the project within 2000 feet of any site in the NYSDEC Environmental Site Remediation database? 9 Yes 9 No
If yes, provide DEC ID number(s): ______________________________________________________________________________
iv. If yes to (i), (ii) or (iii) above, describe current status of site(s):
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
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v. Is the project site subject to an institutional control limiting property uses? 9 Yes 9 No
• If yes, DEC site ID number: ____________________________________________________________________________
• Describe the type of institutional control (e.g., deed restriction or easement): ____________________________________
• Describe any use limitations: ___________________________________________________________________________
• Describe any engineering controls: _______________________________________________________________________
• Will the project affect the institutional or engineering controls in place? 9 Yes 9 No
• Explain: ____________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
E.2. Natural Resources On or Near Project Site
a. What is the average depth to bedrock on the project site? ________________ feet
b. Are there bedrock outcroppings on the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, what proportion of the site is comprised of bedrock outcroppings? __________________%
c. Predominant soil type(s) present on project site: ___________________________ __________%
___________________________ __________%
____________________________ __________%
d. What is the average depth to the water table on the project site? Average: _________ feet
e. Drainage status of project site soils: 9 Well Drained: _____% of site
9 Moderately Well Drained: _____% of site
9 Poorly Drained _____% of site
f. Approximate proportion of proposed action site with slopes: 9 0-10%: _____% of site
9 10-15%: _____% of site
9 15% or greater: _____% of site
g. Are there any unique geologic features on the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes, describe: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
h. Surface water features.
i. Does any portion of the project site contain wetlands or other waterbodies (including streams, rivers, 9 Yes 9 No
ponds or lakes)?
ii. Do any wetlands or other waterbodies adjoin the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes to either i or ii, continue. If No, skip to E.2.i.
iii. Are any of the wetlands or waterbodies within or adjoining the project site regulated by any federal, 9 Yes 9 No
state or local agency?
iv. For each identified regulated wetland and waterbody on the project site, provide the following information:
• Streams: Name ____________________________________________ Classification _______________________
• Lakes or Ponds: Name ____________________________________________ Classification _______________________
• Wetlands: Name ____________________________________________ Approximate Size ___________________
• Wetland No. (if regulated by DEC) _____________________________
v. Are any of the above water bodies listed in the most recent compilation of NYS water quality-impaired 9 Yes 9 No
waterbodies?
If yes, name of impaired water body/bodies and basis for listing as impaired: _____________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
i. Is the project site in a designated Floodway? 9 Yes 9 No
j. Is the project site in the 100-year Floodplain? 9 Yes 9 No
k. Is the project site in the 500-year Floodplain? 9 Yes 9 No
l. Is the project site located over, or immediately adjoining, a primary, principal or sole source aquifer? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Name of aquifer: _________________________________________________________________________________________
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m. Identify the predominant wildlife species that occupy or use the project site: ______________________________
______________________________ _______________________________ ______________________________
______________________________ _______________________________ ______________________________
n. Does the project site contain a designated significant natural community? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Describe the habitat/community (composition, function, and basis for designation): _____________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Source(s) of description or evaluation: ________________________________________________________________________
iii. Extent of community/habitat:
• Currently: ______________________ acres
• Following completion of project as proposed: _____________________ acres
• Gain or loss (indicate + or -): ______________________ acres
o. Does project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by the federal government or NYS as 9 Yes 9 No
endangered or threatened, or does it contain any areas identified as habitat for an endangered or threatened species?
If Yes:
i. Species and listing (endangered or threatened):______________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
p. Does the project site contain any species of plant or animal that is listed by NYS as rare, or as a species of 9 Yes 9 No
special concern?
If Yes:
i. Species and listing:____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
q. Is the project site or adjoining area currently used for hunting, trapping, fishing or shell fishing? 9 Yes 9 No
If yes, give a brief description of how the proposed action may affect that use: ___________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
E.3. Designated Public Resources On or Near Project Site
a. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in a designated agricultural district certified pursuant to 9 Yes 9 No
Agriculture and Markets Law, Article 25-AA, Section 303 and 304?
If Yes, provide county plus district name/number: _________________________________________________________________
b. Are agricultural lands consisting of highly productive soils present? 9 Yes 9 No
i. If Yes: acreage(s) on project site? ___________________________________________________________________________
ii. Source(s) of soil rating(s): _________________________________________________________________________________
c. Does the project site contain all or part of, or is it substantially contiguous to, a registered National 9 Yes 9 No
Natural Landmark?
If Yes:
i. Nature of the natural landmark: 9 Biological Community 9 Geological Feature
ii. Provide brief description of landmark, including values behind designation and approximate size/extent: ___________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
d. Is the project site located in or does it adjoin a state listed Critical Environmental Area? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. CEA name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Basis for designation: _____________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Designating agency and date: ______________________________________________________________________________
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e. Does the project site contain, or is it substantially contiguous to, a building, archaeological site, or district 9 Yes 9 No
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?
If Yes:
i. Nature of historic/archaeological resource: 9 Archaeological Site 9 Historic Building or District
ii. Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Brief description of attributes on which listing is based:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
f. Is the project site, or any portion of it, located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for 9 Yes 9 No
archaeological sites on the NY State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory?
g. Have additional archaeological or historic site(s) or resources been identified on the project site? 9 Yes 9 No
If Yes:
i. Describe possible resource(s): _______________________________________________________________________________
ii. Basis for identification: ___________________________________________________________________________________
h. Is the project site within fives miles of any officially designated and publicly accessible federal, state, or local 9 Yes 9 No
scenic or aesthetic resource?
If Yes:
i. Identify resource: _________________________________________________________________________________________
ii. Nature of, or basis for, designation (e.g., established highway overlook, state or local park, state historic trail or scenic byway,
etc.): ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
iii. Distance between project and resource: _____________________ miles.
i. Is the project site located within a designated river corridor under the Wild, Scenic and Recreational Rivers 9 Yes 9 No
Program 6 NYCRR 666?
If Yes:
i. Identify the name of the river and its designation: ________________________________________________________________
ii. Is the activity consistent with development restrictions contained in 6NYCRR Part 666? 9 Yes 9 No
F. Additional Information
Attach any additional information which may be needed to clarify your project.
If you have identified any adverse impacts which could be associated with your proposal, please describe those impacts plus any
measures which you propose to avoid or minimize them.
G. Verification
I certify that the information provided is true to the best of my knowledge.
Joshua Rogers
Applicant/Sponsor Name ___________________________________ 4/28/26
Date_______________________________________
Town Planner
Signature________________________________________________ Title_______________________________________
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Agency Use Only [If applicable]
Full Environmental Assessment Form Article XLIV Site Plan Review
Project :
Part 2 - Identification of Potential Project Impacts Date : 7/13/26
Part 2 is to be completed by the lead agency. Part 2 is designed to help the lead agency inventory all potential resources that could
be affected by a proposed project or action. We recognize that the lead agency=s reviewer(s) will not necessarily be environmental
professionals. So, the questions are designed to walk a reviewer through the assessment process by providing a series of questions that
can be answered using the information found in Part 1. To further assist the lead agency in completing Part 2, the form identifies the
most relevant questions in Part 1 that will provide the information needed to answer the Part 2 question. When Part 2 is completed, the
lead agency will have identified the relevant environmental areas that may be impacted by the proposed activity.
If the lead agency is a state agency and the action is in any Coastal Area, complete the Coastal Assessment Form before proceeding
with this assessment.
Tips for completing Part 2:
Review all of the information provided in Part 1.
Review any application, maps, supporting materials and the Full EAF Workbook.
Answer each of the 18 questions in Part 2.
If you answer “Yes” to a numbered question, please complete all the questions that follow in that section.
If you answer “No” to a numbered question, move on to the next numbered question.
Check appropriate column to indicate the anticipated size of the impact.
Proposed projects that would exceed a numeric threshold contained in a question should result in the reviewing agency
checking the box “Moderate to large impact may occur.”
The reviewer is not expected to be an expert in environmental analysis.
If you are not sure or undecided about the size of an impact, it may help to review the sub-questions for the general
question and consult the workbook.
When answering a question consider all components of the proposed activity, that is, the whole action.
Consider the possibility for long-term and cumulative impacts as well as direct impacts.
Answer the question in a reasonable manner considering the scale and context of the project.
1. Impact on Land
Proposed action may involve construction on, or physical alteration of, ■NO
YES
the land surface of the proposed site. (See Part 1. D.1)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - j. If “No”, move on to Section 2.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may involve construction on land where depth to water table is E2d
less than 3 feet.
b. The proposed action may involve construction on slopes of 15% or greater. E2f
c. The proposed action may involve construction on land where bedrock is exposed, or E2a
generally within 5 feet of existing ground surface.
d. The proposed action may involve the excavation and removal of more than 1,000 tons D2a
of natural material.
e. The proposed action may involve construction that continues for more than one year D1e
or in multiple phases.
f. The proposed action may result in increased erosion, whether from physical D2e, D2q
disturbance or vegetation removal (including from treatment by herbicides).
g. The proposed action is, or may be, located within a Coastal Erosion hazard area. B1i
h. Other impacts:
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2. Impact on Geological Features
The proposed action may result in the modification or destruction of, or inhibit
access to, any unique or unusual land forms on the site (e.g., cliffs, dunes,
✔NO
YES
minerals, fossils, caves). (See Part 1. E.2.g)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - c. If “No”, move on to Section 3.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. Identify the specific land form(s) attached: E2g 9 9
b. The proposed action may affect or is adjacent to a geological feature listed as a E3c 9 9
registered National Natural Landmark.
Specific feature:
c. Other impacts: 9 9
3. Impacts on Surface Water
The proposed action may affect one or more wetlands or other surface water
✔NO
YES
bodies (e.g., streams, rivers, ponds or lakes). (See Part 1. D.2, E.2.h)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - l. If “No”, move on to Section 4.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may create a new water body. D2b, D1h 9 9
b. The proposed action may result in an increase or decrease of over 10% or more than a D2b 9 9
10 acre increase or decrease in the surface area of any body of water.
c. The proposed action may involve dredging more than 100 cubic yards of material D2a 9 9
from a wetland or water body.
d. The proposed action may involve construction within or adjoining a freshwater or E2h 9 9
tidal wetland, or in the bed or banks of any other water body.
e. The proposed action may create turbidity in a waterbody, either from upland erosion, D2a, D2h 9 9
runoff or by disturbing bottom sediments.
f. The proposed action may include construction of one or more intake(s) for withdrawal D2c 9 9
of water from surface water.
g. The proposed action may include construction of one or more outfall(s) for discharge D2d 9 9
of wastewater to surface water(s).
h. The proposed action may cause soil erosion, or otherwise create a source of D2e 9 9
stormwater discharge that may lead to siltation or other degradation of receiving
water bodies.
i. The proposed action may affect the water quality of any water bodies within or E2h 9 9
downstream of the site of the proposed action.
j. The proposed action may involve the application of pesticides or herbicides in or D2q, E2h 9 9
around any water body.
k. The proposed action may require the construction of new, or expansion of existing, D1a, D2d 9 9
wastewater treatment facilities.
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l. Other impacts: 9 9
4. Impact on groundwater
The proposed action may result in new or additional use of ground water, or
NO
YES
may have the potential to introduce contaminants to ground water or an aquifer.
(See Part 1. D.2.a, D.2.c, D.2.d, D.2.p, D.2.q, D.2.t)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, move on to Section 5.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may require new water supply wells, or create additional demand D2c 9 9
on supplies from existing water supply wells.
b. Water supply demand from the proposed action may exceed safe and sustainable D2c 9 9
withdrawal capacity rate of the local supply or aquifer.
Cite Source:
c. The proposed action may allow or result in residential uses in areas without water and D1a, D2c 9 9
sewer services.
d. The proposed action may include or require wastewater discharged to groundwater. D2d, E2l 9 9
e. The proposed action may result in the construction of water supply wells in locations D2c, E1f, 9 9
where groundwater is, or is suspected to be, contaminated. E1g, E1h
f. The proposed action may require the bulk storage of petroleum or chemical products D2p, E2l 9 9
over ground water or an aquifer.
g. The proposed action may involve the commercial application of pesticides within 100 E2h, D2q, 9 9
feet of potable drinking water or irrigation sources. E2l, D2c
h. Other impacts: 9 9
5. Impact on Flooding
The proposed action may result in development on lands subject to flooding.
✔NO YES
(See Part 1. E.2)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, move on to Section 6.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may result in development in a designated floodway. E2i
b. The proposed action may result in development within a 100-year or a 500-year E2j, E5a,
floodplain. E5b
c. The proposed action may result in development in an area potentially affected by sea E2k, E5c
level rise.
d. The proposed action may result in, or require, modification of existing drainage D2b, D2e
patterns.
e. The proposed action may change flood water flows that contribute to flooding. D2b, E2i,
E2j, E2k
f. If there is a dam located on the site of the proposed action, is the dam in need of repair, E1e
or upgrade?
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g. Other impacts:
9 9
6. Impacts on Air and Climate
The proposed action may include a state regulated air emission source. ✔
NO
YES
(See Part 1. D.2.f., D.2.h, D.2.g) or generate greenhouse gas emissions
over 10,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents (See Part 1.
D.2.h)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - i. If “No”, move on to Section 7.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact
may
may occur
occur
a. If the proposed action requires federal or state air emission permits, the action may also
have the potential to emit one or more regulated air contaminants at or above the
following levels: D2g
i. More than 100 short tons/year of carbon monoxide (CO) D2g
ii. More than 100 short tons/year of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) outside the NYC
Metropolitan Area or Long Island OR 25 short tons/year within the NYC
Metropolitan Area or Long Island D2g
iii. More than 100 short tons/year of particulate matter (PM-10, PM-2.5) D2g
iv. More than 50 short tons/year of volatile organic compounds (VOC) outside the NYC
Metropolitan Area or Long Island OR 25 short tons/year within the NYC
Metropolitan Area or Long Island D2g
v. More than 100 short tons/year of sulfur dioxide (SO2)
b. The proposed action has the potential to emit 10 short tons/year or more of any one D2g
designated hazardous air pollutant, or 25 short tons/year or more of any combination of
such hazardous air pollutants.
c. The proposed action may include a heat source capable of producing more than 20 D2f, D2g
million BTUs per hour.
d. The proposed action may exceed 50% of any of the thresholds in “a” or “b”, D2g
above.
e. The proposed action may result in the combustion or thermal treatment of solid, D2f, D2s
hazardous, or hospital/medical/infectious waste.
f. The proposed action is subject to the Nonattainment New Source Review or Prevention D2g
of Significant Deterioration requirements discussed in 6 NYCRR Part 231.
g. The proposed action will emit more than 10,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalents per D2h
year.
h. A municipality adopted comprehensive or individual plan addressing climate change C2d
applies to the proposed action and the proposed action would materially conflict with
the achievement of one or more goals of the plan related to climate change.
i. Other impacts:
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7. Impact on Plants and Animals
The proposed action may result in a loss of flora or fauna. (See Part 1. E.2. m.-q.) ✔ NO YES
If “Yes”, answer questions a - j. If “No”, move on to Section 8.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may cause reduction in population or loss of individuals of any E2o
threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the Federal
government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site.
b. The proposed action may result in a reduction or degradation of any habitat used by E2o
any rare, threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the federal
government.
c. The proposed action may cause reduction in population, or loss of individuals, of any E2p
species of special concern or conservation need, as listed by New York State or the
Federal government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site.
d. The proposed action may result in a reduction or degradation of any habitat used by E2p
any species of special concern and conservation need, as listed by New York State or
the Federal government.
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e. The proposed action may diminish the capacity of a registered National Natural E3c 9 9
Landmark to support the biological community it was established to protect.
f. The proposed action may result in the removal of, or ground disturbance in, any E2n 9 9
portion of a designated significant natural community.
Source:
g. The proposed action may substantially interfere with nesting/breeding, foraging, or
E2m 9 9
over-wintering habitat for the predominant species that occupy or use the project site.
h. The proposed action requires the conversion of more than 10 acres of forest, 9 9
E1b
grassland or any other regionally or locally important habitat.
Habitat type & information source:
i. Proposed action (commercial, industrial or recreational projects, only) involves use of D2q 9 9
herbicides or pesticides.
j. Other impacts: 9 9
8. Impact on Agricultural Resources
The proposed action may impact agricultural resources. (See Part 1. E.3.a. and b.)
✔NO
YES
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, move on to Section 9.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may impact soil classified within soil group 1 through 4 of the E2c, E3b 9 9
NYS Land Classification System.
b. The proposed action may sever, cross or otherwise limit access to agricultural land E1a, Elb 9 9
(includes cropland, hayfields, pasture, vineyard, orchard, etc).
c. The proposed action may result in the excavation or compaction of the soil profile of E3b 9 9
active agricultural land.
d. The proposed action may irreversibly convert agricultural land to non-agricultural E1b, E3a 9 9
uses, either more than 2.5 acres if located in an Agricultural District, or more than 10
acres if not within an Agricultural District.
e. The proposed action may disrupt or prevent installation of an agricultural land El a, E1b 9 9
management system.
f. The proposed action may result, directly or indirectly, in increased development C2c, C3, 9 9
potential or pressure on farmland. D2c, D2d
g. The proposed project is not consistent with the adopted municipal Farmland C2c 9 9
Protection Plan.
h. Other impacts: 9 9
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9. Impact on Aesthetic Resources
The land use of the proposed action is obviously different from, or are in
✔NO
YES
sharp contrast to, current land use patterns between the proposed project and
a scenic or aesthetic resource. (Part 1. E.1.a, E.1.b, E.3.h.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, go to Section 10.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. Proposed action may be visible from any officially designated federal, state, or local E3h 9 9
scenic or aesthetic resource.
b. The proposed action may result in the obstruction, elimination or significant E3h, C2b 9 9
screening of one or more officially designated scenic views.
c. The proposed action may be visible from publicly accessible vantage points: E3h
i. Seasonally (e.g., screened by summer foliage, but visible during other seasons) 9 9
ii. Year round 9 9
d. The situation or activity in which viewers are engaged while viewing the proposed E3h
action is:
E2q,
i. Routine travel by residents, including travel to and from work 9 9
ii. Recreational or tourism-based activities E1c 9 9
e. The proposed action may cause a diminishment of the public enjoyment and E3h 9 9
appreciation of the designated aesthetic resource.
f. There are similar projects visible within the following distance of the proposed D1a, E1a, 9 9
project: D1f, D1g
0-1/2 mile
½ -3 mile
3-5 mile
5+ mile
g. Other impacts: 9 9
10. Impact on Historic and Archeological Resources
The proposed action may occur in or adjacent to a historic or archaeological
✔ NO YES
resource. (Part 1. E.3.e, f. and g.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 11.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous
to, any buildings, archaeological site or district which is listed on the National or E3e 9 9
State Register of Historical 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. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous E3f 9 9
to, an area designated as sensitive for archaeological sites on the NY State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory.
c. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous E3g 9 9
to, an archaeological site not included on the NY SHPO inventory.
Source:
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d. Other impacts: 9 9
If any of the above (a-d) are answered “Moderate to large impact may
e. occur”, continue with the following questions to help support conclusions in Part 3:
i. The proposed action may result in the destruction or alteration of all or part E3e, E3g, 9 9
of the site or property. E3f
ii. The proposed action may result in the alteration of the property’s setting or E3e, E3f, 9 9
integrity. E3g, E1a,
E1b
iii. The proposed action may result in the introduction of visual elements which E3e, E3f, 9 9
are out of character with the site or property, or that may alter its setting. E3g, E3h,
C2, C3
11. Impact on Open Space and Recreation
The proposed action may result in a loss of recreational opportunities or a
✔ NO
YES
reduction of an open space resource as designated in any adopted
municipal open space plan.
(See Part 1. C.2.c, E.1.c., E.2.q.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 12.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may result in an impairment of natural functions, or “ecosystem D2e, E1b 9 9
services”, provided by an undeveloped area, including but not limited to stormwater E2h,
storage, nutrient cycling, wildlife habitat. E2m, E2o,
E2n, E2p
b. The proposed action may result in the loss of a current or future recreational resource. C2a, E1c, 9 9
C2c, E2q
c. The proposed action may eliminate open space or recreational resource in an area C2a, C2c 9 9
with few such resources. E1c, E2q
d. The proposed action may result in loss of an area now used informally by the C2c, E1c 9 9
community as an open space resource.
e. Other impacts: 9 9
12. Impact on Critical Environmental Areas
The proposed action may be located within or adjacent to a critical NO
■ YES
environmental area (CEA). (See Part 1. E.3.d)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - c. If “No”, go to Section 13.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may result in a reduction in the quantity of the resource or E3d 9 9
characteristic which was the basis for designation of the CEA.
b. The proposed action may result in a reduction in the quality of the resource or E3d 9 9
characteristic which was the basis for designation of the CEA.
c. Other impacts: 9 9
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13. Impact on Transportation
The proposed action may result in a change to existing transportation systems.
■ NO
YES
(See Part 1. D.2.j)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, go to Section 14.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. Projected traffic increase may exceed capacity of existing road network. D2j
b. The proposed action may result in the construction of paved parking area for 500 or D2j 9 9
more vehicles.
c. The proposed action will degrade existing transit access. D2j 9 9
d. The proposed action will degrade existing pedestrian or bicycle accommodations. D2j 9 9
e. The proposed action may alter the present pattern of movement of people or goods. D2j 9 9
f. Other impacts: 9 9
14. Impact on Energy
The proposed action may cause an increase in the use of any form of energy.
■ NO
YES
(See Part 1. D.2.k)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 15.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action will require a new, or an upgrade to an existing, substation. D2k 9 9
b. The proposed action will require the creation or extension of an energy transmission D1f, 9 9
or supply system to serve more than 50 single or two-family residences or to serve a D1q, D2k
commercial or industrial use.
c. The proposed action may utilize more than 2,500 MWhrs per year of electricity. D2k 9 9
d. The proposed action may involve heating and/or cooling of more than 100,000 square D1g 9 9
feet of building area when completed.
e. Other Impacts:
15. Impact on Noise, Odor, and Light
The proposed action may result in an increase in noise, odors, or outdoor lighting.
■ NO
YES
(See Part 1. D.2.m., n., and o.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, go to Section 16.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may produce sound above noise levels established by local D2m 9 9
regulation.
b. The proposed action may result in blasting within 1,500 feet of any residence, D2m, E1d 9 9
hospital, school, licensed day care center, or nursing home.
c. The proposed action may result in routine odors for more than one hour per day. D2o 9 9
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d. The proposed action may result in light shining onto adjoining properties. D2n 9 9
e. The proposed action may result in lighting creating sky-glow brighter than existing D2n, E1a 9 9
area conditions.
f. Other impacts: 9 9
16. Impact on Human Health
The proposed action may have an impact on human health from exposure
■ NO
YES
to new or existing sources of contaminants. (See Part 1.D.2.q., E.1. d. f. g. and h.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - m. If “No”, go to Section 17.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action is located within 1500 feet of a school, hospital, licensed day E1d 9 9
care center, group home, nursing home or retirement community.
b. The site of the proposed action is currently undergoing remediation. E1g, E1h 9 9
c. There is a completed emergency spill remediation, or a completed environmental site E1g, E1h 9 9
remediation on, or adjacent to, the site of the proposed action.
d. The site of the action is subject to an institutional control limiting the use of the E1g, E1h 9 9
property (e.g., easement or deed restriction).
e. The proposed action may affect institutional control measures that were put in place E1g, E1h 9 9
to ensure that the site remains protective of the environment and human health.
f. The proposed action has adequate control measures in place to ensure that future D2t 9 9
generation, treatment and/or disposal of hazardous wastes will be protective of the
environment and human health.
g. The proposed action involves construction or modification of a solid waste D2q, E1f 9 9
management facility.
h. The proposed action may result in the unearthing of solid or hazardous waste. D2q, E1f 9 9
i. The proposed action may result in an increase in the rate of disposal, or processing, of D2r, D2s 9 9
solid waste.
j. The proposed action may result in excavation or other disturbance within 2000 feet of E1f, E1g 9
a site used for the disposal of solid or hazardous waste. E1h
k. The proposed action may result in the migration of explosive gases from a landfill E1f, E1g 9 9
site to adjacent off-site structures.
l. The proposed action may result in the release of contaminated leachate from the D2s, E1f, 9 9
project site. D2r
m. Other impacts:
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17. Consistency with Community Plans
The proposed action is not consistent with adopted land use plans.
✔ NO YES
(See Part 1. C.1, C.2. and C.3.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, go to Section 18.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action’s land use components may be different from, or in sharp C2, C3, D1a 9 9
contrast to, current surrounding land use pattern(s). E1a, E1b
b. The proposed action will cause the permanent population of the city, town or village C2 9 9
in which the project is located to grow by more than 5%.
c. The proposed action is inconsistent with local land use plans or zoning regulations. C2, C2, C3 9
d. The proposed action is inconsistent with any County plans, or other regional land use C2, C2 9 9
plans.
e. The proposed action may cause a change in the density of development that is not C3, D1c, 9 9
supported by existing infrastructure or is distant from existing infrastructure. D1d, D1f,
D1d, Elb
f. The proposed action is in an area characterized by low density developmentthat C4, D2c, D2d 9 9
will require new or expanded public infrastructure. D2j
g. The proposed action may induce secondary development impacts (e.g., residential or C2a 9
commercial development not included in the proposed action)
h. Other: 9 9
18. Consistency with Community Character
The proposed project is inconsistent with the existing community character.
✔ NO YES
(See Part 1. C.2, C.3, D.2, E.3)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, proceed to Part 3.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action may replace or eliminate existing facilities, structures, or areas E3e, E3f, E3g 9 9
of historic importance to the community.
b. The proposed action may create a demand for additional community services (e.g. C4 9 9
schools, police and fire)
c. The proposed action may displace affordable or low-income housing in an area where C2, C3, D1f 9 9
there is a shortage of such housing. D1g, E1a
d. The proposed action may interfere with the use or enjoyment of officially recognized C2, E3 9 9
or designated public resources.
e. The proposed action is inconsistent with the predominant architectural scale and C2, C3 9
character.
f. Proposed action is inconsistent with the character of the existing natural landscape. C2, C3
E1a, E1b
E2g, E2h
g. Other impacts:
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19. Impact on Disadvantaged Communities
The proposed project may impact a disadvantaged community. ✔ NO YES
(See Part 1. E.4)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g . If “No”, proceed to Part 3.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. Is the potentially affected disadvantaged community identified as having E.4.c
comparatively higher burdens or vulnerabilities by the Disadvantaged
Community Assessment Tool?
b. The proposed action may create new air emissions or increase existing air emissions D.2.f-i, E.4
within a disadvantaged community.
c. The proposed action may create new wastewater treatment or discharges, or expand D.2.d
existing wastewater treatment or discharges, within a disadvantaged community.
d. The proposed action creates or expands a solid or hazardous waste management D.2.r, D.2.s,
facility, or involves the generation of solid or hazardous waste, within or near a D.2.t, E.1.f,
disadvantaged community. E.1.g
e. The proposed action may increase traffic within a disadvantaged community. D.2.j
f. The proposed action affects or involves one or more of the following facility C.3.c, D.1.a,
types: D.1.g, D.2.a,
i. landfill; D.2.d, D.2.f,
E.1.a, E.1.b.
ii. other industrial, manufacturing, or mining land uses; E.1.h, E.1.v,
iii. major oil or chemical bulk storage facility; E.4
iv. municipal waste combustor;
v. power generation facility;
vi. risk management plan site;
vii. remediation site; or
viii. scrap metal processor.
g. Other impacts:
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20. Future Physical Climate Risks
The proposed project may be vulnerable to future physical climate risks or increase the vulnerability of human or ecological
communities to future physical climate risks. ✔ NO YES
(See Part 1. E.5)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, proceed to Part 3.
Relevant No, or Moderate
Part I small to large
Question(s) impact impact may
may occur occur
a. The proposed action is vulnerable to damage from a projected 100-year flood. E2j, E5a
b. The proposed action is vulnerable to damage from a 500-year flood. E2k, E5b
c. The proposed action is in an area potentially affected by sea level rise. E5c
d. The proposed action may increase the vulnerability of human or ecological E5d
communities to the following:
i. drought
ii. temperature extremes (hot or cold)
iii. extreme storms, including high winds
iv. landslides
v. coastal erosion
vi. stormwater flooding
vii. other climate or weather hazards? If yes, describe: _______________________
e. Other impacts:
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Agency Use Only [IfApplicable]
Project : Article XLIV Site Plan Review
Date : 7/13/26
Full Environmental Assessment Form
Part 3 - Evaluation of the Magnitude and Importance of Project Impacts
and
Determination of Significance
Part 3 provides the reasons in support of the determination of significance. The lead agency must complete Part 3 for every question
in Part 2 where the impact has been identified as potentially moderate to large or where there is a need to explain why a particular
element of the proposed action will not, or may, result in a significant adverse environmental impact.
Based on the analysis in Part 3, the lead agency must decide whether to require an environmental impact statement to further assess
the proposed action or whether available information is sufficient for the lead agency to conclude the proposed action will not have
a significant adverse environmental impact. By completing the certification on the next page, the lead agency can complete its
determination of significance.
Reasons Supporting This Determination:
To complete this section:
• Identify the impact based on the Part 2 responses and describe its magnitude. Magnitude considers factors such as severity,
size, or extent of an impact.
• Assess the importance of the impact. Importance relates to the geographic scope, duration, probability of the impact
occurring, number of people affected by the impact, and any additional environmental consequences if the impact were to
occur.
• The assessment should take into consideration any design element or project changes.
• Repeat this process for each Part 2 question where the impact has been identified as potentially moderate to large or where
there is a need to explain why a particular element of the proposed action will not, or may, result in a significant adverse
environmental impact.
• Provide the reason(s) why the impact may, or will not, result in a significant adverse environmental impact.
• For Conditional Negative Declarations identify the specific condition(s) imposed that will modify the proposed action so that
no significant adverse environmental impacts will result.
• Attach additional sheets, as needed.
The proposed action involves the amendment of Article XLIV Site Plan Review of Hamburg Town
Code in its entirety. The site plan review code was modernized and was subject to a thorough review
and recommendation from the Planning Board, Planning Department, and the Supervising Code
Enforcement Officer. No significant adverse environmental impacts are anticipated as a result of the
modernized site plan review code.
Determination of Significance - Type 1 and Unlisted Actions
SEQR Status: Type 1 Unlisted
✔
Identify portions of EAF completed for this Project: Part 1
✔
Part 2
✔
Part 3
✔
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Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, as noted, plus this additional support information
and considering both the magnitude and importance of each identified potential impact, it is the conclusion of the
Hamburg Town Board as lead agency that:
✔ A. This project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment, and, therefore, an environmental impact
statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is issued.
B. Although this project could have a significant adverse impact on the environment, that impact will be avoided or
substantially mitigated because of the following conditions that will be required by the lead agency:
There will, therefore, be no significant adverse impacts from the project as conditioned, and, therefore, this conditioned negative
declaration is issued. A conditioned negative declaration may be used only for UNLISTED actions (see 6 NYCRR 617.7(d)).
C. This Project may result in one or more significant adverse impacts on the environment and an environmental impact
statement must be prepared to further assess the impact(s) and possible mitigation and to explore alternatives to avoid or reduce those
impacts. Accordingly, this positive declaration is issued.
Name of Action: Article XLIV Site Plan Review Amendments
Name of Lead Agency: Hamburg Town Board
Name of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency: Elizabeth Farrell-Lorentz
Title of Responsible Officer: Supervisor
Signature of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency: Date:
Signature of Preparer (if different from Responsible Officer) Date:
For Further Information:
Contact Person: Joshua Rogers
Address: 6100 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY 14075
Telephone Number: 716-649-2023
E-mail: [email protected]
For Type 1 Actions and Conditioned Negative Declarations, a copy of this Notice is sent to:
Chief Executive Officer of the political subdivision in which the action will be principally located (e.g., Town / City / Village of)
Other involved agencies (if any)
Applicant (if any)
Environmental Notice Bulletin: http://www.dec.ny.gov/enb/enb.html
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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg
July 13, 2026 Meeting
4.11. Non-CFA Zoning Article XLIV Site Plan Review Amendments Adoption Resolution
WHEREAS, the Hamburg Town Code contains and specifies the local laws and ordinances of the
Town of Hamburg; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg, over a three-year process, completed and adopted a new
Comprehensive Plan for the Town; and
WHEREAS, zoning must be in accordance with a Comprehensive Plan and the Town wants to continue
the process of bringing the Town’s zoning Code and Zoning map into conformance with the Town’s
new 2022 Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Town formed a Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee (CPIC) who, in
accordance with the Comprehensive Plan and having completed other studies and reports on land use
issues in the Town, has recommended that the Town Board pursue numerous code amendments; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg directed the Town Planner to work with the CPIC and a special
zoning code committee to develop other priority zoning code updates that were not included in a CFA
grant that was received by the Town; and
WHEREAS, the Town CPIC, special zoning code committee, and the Town Planner have developed
specific Code amendments related to other various zoning issues in the Town; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Municipal Home Rule Law, the Town Board is proposing to enact a local law
as follows:
Be it enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg, New York, that the Hamburg Town Board
amends the Hamburg Town Code as follows (full copies attached):
Amend Chapter 280 (Zoning) “Article XLIV Site Plan Review” in its entirety; and
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WHEREAS, a public hearing was held regarding these Code amendments on June 8th, 2026, and
comments were received and acknowledged from the public and Erie County, based on the 239-m
referral.
WHEREAS, the Hamburg Town Board, in accordance with Part 617 of the implementing regulations
pertaining to Article 8 (State Environmental Quality Review Act - SEQRA) of the Environmental
Conservation Law, has issued a SEQR Negative Declaration.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board amends Local Law #10 of the
year 1986 of the Code of the Town of Hamburg Chapter 280 entitled “Zoning” to provide for the
revision of the Town Code, as referenced above and attached.
ATTACHMENTS:
4-11-26 Town of Hamburg Site Plan Law Clean Final Version.pdf
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Town of Hamburg, NY
§ 280-307 § 280-309
ARTICLE XLIV
Site Plan Review
§ 280-307 Intent.
The intent of site plan review within the Town of Hamburg is to ensure the efficient use of land,
consideration of potential impacts on the community and the environment and their avoidance,
wherever possible, and the promotion of high standards in the design, layout, landscaping and
construction of development, to ensure development conforms to the Town of Hamburg
Comprehensive Plan and provisions of this chapter.
§ 280-307.1 Authority; Enforcement.
The Town Board of the Town of Hamburg, pursuant to the provisions of §274-a of Town Law, does
hereby grant the Hamburg Planning Board the power and authority to review and approve, approve
with conditions, or disapprove plans that require site plan approval under this chapter.
§ 280-307.2 Applicability.
Unless otherwise provided and as regulated by the Subdivision Regulations of the Town of
Hamburg, 1 site plan review and a site plan approval shall be required for all uses, buildings, and
structures that require a building permit or a certificate of occupancy under this chapter and for
which an application therefor has been made to the Town of Hamburg, except for a farm,
residential decks, signs, fences, one- family dwelling or a two-family dwelling and their permitted
accessory uses, buildings or structures, or similar uses as determined by the Supervising Code
Enforcement Officer prior to the issuance of a building permit or certificate of occupancy.
In general, this includes the following actions:
1. All new commercial, industrial, or institutional structures and uses.
2. All new multifamily housing.
3. Any exterior modification/or addition of existing commercial, industrial, institutional or
multifamily buildings.
4. Any conversion of an existing residential structure to a nonresidential structure.
5. Any conversion of an existing nonresidential structure into a residential structure
containing three or more dwelling units.
6. Any modification to an existing residential structure which increases the number of
dwelling units in the building to three or more dwelling units.
7. Any conversion of an existing nonresidential building from one type of use specified in
this chapter to another.
8. The removal of greenspace, significant revisions to landscaping, additions of impervious
surface, and/or modifications which affect parking for commercial, industrial, or
institutional structures and uses, or residential structures containing three or more dwelling
units.
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§ 280-307 § 280-309
§ 280-308. Administrative review waiver.
A. An administrative review waiver may be issued if a proposed project is minor in nature to the
extent that a full site plan review before the Planning Board may not be necessary. An
administrative review waiver requires the site to have previously approved existing structure(s)
and use(s). If the modifications are deemed minor by the Administrative Review Waiver
Committee, consisting of a representative of the Building Department, the Town Engineer, a
representative of the Planning Department and the Planning Board Chair, an administrative
review waiver may be issued upon payment of the required fee (as set by the fee schedule that
is established by resolution of the Hamburg Town Board). A minimum of three (3) signatures
from the Administrative Review Waiver Committee must be secured on the administrative
review waiver application to approve an administrative review waiver. Should there be a tie
vote from the Administrative Review Waiver Committee, the project will be required to come
to the Planning Board for site plan review. Once the administrative review waiver is approved
or the Planning Board has issued site plan approval if the waiver was not granted, then the
applicant may apply for a building permit. Furthermore, the administrative review waiver may
include conditions that must be met for the issuance of the building permit.
B. In general, an administrative review waiver may be issued for a project that has met one or
more following criteria as determined by the Administrative Review Waiver Committee:
(1) Additions or detached accessory structures of less than 1,500 square feet or which
represent less than 10% of the existing structure, whichever is less, where no variances
are needed for construction.
(2) A minor change in use that does not require additional parking.
(3) Such other minor changes or similar uses as determined by the Administrative Review
Waiver Committee.
C. In certain cases, the preparation of a site plan application may be deemed necessary to meet
the requirements of an administrative review waiver process. It may also be determined that
the proposed project needs formal site plan approval from the Planning Board.
D. Determinations and approval conditions for an administrative review waiver may only be
appealed by the applicant by appearing before the Planning Board under a formal site plan
application. Approval of any administrative review waiver shall remain in effect for a period
of not more than one year, unless a successful application for a building permit has been
made within that period.
1. Editor's Note: See Ch. 230, Subdivision Regulations.
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§ 280-309. Pre-application and Sketch Plan Submittal Process.
A. If desired, an applicant may submit an optional sketch plan application, including a form
(available from the Planning Department and on the Town website) and the appropriate
associated fee at least 14 calendar days prior to the next available Planning Board meeting.
Applicants are also encouraged to schedule a coordination meeting with the Planning
Department prior to submitting a sketch plan application.
B. Although there are no specific material requirements for a sketch plan submittal, the
applicant should supply as much information as possible to illustrate what they are
proposing. A survey of the property and a sketch of what is proposed would be very
important, and any other materials that could further outline the proposed project, including
but not limited to: conceptual site plan and renderings, elevation drawings, aerial maps, etc...
C. The purpose of sketch plan review is to assist the applicant with understanding any concerns
of the Planning Board, application requirements, and interpretation of the type of project.
D. The Planning Board will informally review the overall design and layout against the intent
and requirements of this chapter and provide feedback to the applicant on potential issues or
concerns that should be addressed or additional information that should be submitted, if the
applicant proceeds to full site plan application. The applicant can decide as to whether to
submit an amended sketch plan to the Planning Board for further review,make a formal site
plan application, or decide not to proceed.
§ 280-310. Procedure for review and approval of a site plan application.
A. Once it is determined that a full site plan process is needed (see previous sections), the
applicant must decide if they want to move forward with their application. If an applicant
wants to move forward, a complete site plan application, including any specific information
that the Planning Board requested during the sketch plan step (if the applicant received sketch
plan direction), must be submitted to the Planning Department at least 14 calendar days prior
to the next available Planning Board meeting. If the Planning Department determines that the
application meets the site plan requirements, the application will be placed on the next
available Planning Board agenda.
B. Prior to any formal approval of a site plan, and once the Planning Board determines that the
application is acceptable for further consideration and action, the Planning Board shall hold
a public hearing, which shall be advertised at least once in a newspaper of general circulation
in the Town at least five business days before such hearing. The Town shall also notify all
adjoining property owners by mail of the public hearing. As a part of the public hearing for
the site plan, a sign-in sheet shall be provided for the purpose of inclusion in Planning Board
meeting minutes.
C. Prior to moving forward with any decisions on the site plan application, the Planning Board
shall hold the required public hearing, complete SEQR, and meet the requirements of County
and adjoining community referral, if required, for the action.
D. The Planning Board shall review the application, site plan and supporting data and, at a
regular meeting of the Planning Board, after completing the public hearing, determining that
all requirements have been met, after completing any required referrals and the SEQR process
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(as needed), shall approve, approve with modification, or disapprove the site plan. The
Planning Board Chair will sign the site plan once the Town Engineer has determined that the
engineering plans are acceptable and authorize the chair to sign the plan. The signed site plan
shall be kept in the Planning and Engineering department files.
E. Approval of any site plan so deemed shall remain in effect for a period of not more than one
year unless a successful application for a building permit (or any other necessary required
permit for a site plan that does not require a building permit) has been made within that period.
If the applicant cannot meet this expiration period, they can apply in writing to the Planning
Department for a single six-month extension prior to expiration, that could be granted by the
Planning Board. When an extension is received, the Planning Department shall add the
request to the ‘Other Business’ portion of the next available Planning Board meeting for the
Planning Board to approve or deny.
F. Site plan applications that are tabled by the Planning Board for additional information, or at
the request of the applicant, will remain as tabled items for up to ninety calendar days (six
subsequent Planning Board meetings). If during this ninety-day period, no new information
is received, or unless an extension is requested and approved, the application will be
considered to be expired after this ninety-day period of inactivity. Prior to the expiration of
the application, the applicant can request in writing to the Planning Department that the
ninety-day period be extended for one additional ninety-day period. To begin the process
again, within one hundred eighty days of the expiration, the applicant will need to resubmit
the application with 50% of the required fee. After one hundred eighty days of the date of
expiration of the application, a new application will be required with the full application fee.
G. If a site plan has been approved with conditions, pre-construction related conditions must be
met prior to issuing any permit to begin construction. Construction or post construction
conditions must be ensured through the Town’s inspection process and confirmed to be met
prior to any certificate of occupancy or operation permit is granted.
§ 280-310.1. Authority to require additional data.
In addition to the required site plan and supporting data indicated in this Article, the Planning
Board may request of an applicant or their agent additional supporting data or plans that the
Planning Board deems necessary and pertinent to carry out its responsibility for site plan review
as provided in this Article.
§ 280-311. Submission of site plan and supporting data.
A. The applicant or their agent shall submit five (5) hard copies of the site plan application form,
site plan, other required Town forms, a SEQR EAF (part 1), and an application fee (to be
determined by the Town). An electronic copy of these materials must also be submitted.
The copies of a site plan and supporting data are to be prepared by and bearing the official
seal and signature of a licensed architect, landscape architect, civil engineer or land
surveyor (permitted by law to do such). These materials will include the following
information, presented in drawn form at a scale approved by the Town and accompanied by
a written text:
(1) Survey of the property showing existing topographic features, including contours, large
trees, buildings, structures, streets, property lines, utility easements, rights-of-way and
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land use, and the zoning and ownership of surrounding property.
(2) A site plan showing proposed lots, blocks, building locations, all land use areas, including
any outdoor proposed uses, fire and emergency vehicle access (any communication with
emergency service providers), and lighting (lighting analysis, if requested).
(3) An aerial photograph of the site and surrounding properties, marked up to illustrate how the
proposed plan fits in with the surrounding properties.
(4) Traffic circulation, parking and loading spaces and pedestrian walks.
(5) Landscaping plans, including site grading, drainage existing and proposed landscape
materials, including trees and shrubs, and their locations, identification of those materials
to be removed, existing and proposed structures and all greenspace areas designed as
part of the site environment. Natural site features and vegetation shall be preserved and
integrated into the proposed site development wherever possible. These areas to be
preserved/protected shall include some form or means to accomplish their protection, including
the use of conservation easements. All new trees shall have a minimum of three inches of
caliper measured six inches above the ground and be in accordance with the Town’s
approved tree and vegetation list.
(6) If requested by the Planning Board, a visualization of the proposed project and how the
new development and proposed landscaping will help buffer or improve the character of
the area (a visual impact analysis may also be requested).
(7) Preliminary engineering plans, including street improvements, storm drainage system,
public utility extensions, water supply, sanitary sewer facilities, outdoor lighting and the
location of existing and proposed fire hydrants as approved by the Fire Chief or Town
Engineer.
(8) Preliminary architectural drawings/elevations for buildings to be constructed.
(9) Construction sequence and time schedule for completion of each phase for buildings,
parking spaces and landscaped areas.
(10) Other information as determined during sketch plan review and/or during site plan
application review.
B. Stormwater pollution prevention plan. When applicable, a stormwater pollution prevention
plan consistent with the requirements of the Town’s laws, shall be required for final
engineering approval and shall submitted to the engineering department following site plan
approval by the Planning Board. The SWPPP shall meet the performance and design criteria
and standards in the Town of Hamburg laws. The approved site plan shall be consistent with
the provisions of the Town’s codes and laws.
C. Access management. [Added 8-17-2015 by L.L. No. 11-2015]
(1) General. One of the most important objectives of access management is reducing the
potential for conflicts, particularly along the most heavily traveled roads. The best
methods for achieving a reduction in conflicts are reducing the number of conflict points
and separating through from local traffic. Land use development and transportation can
be brought into balance, and conflicts can be reduced, through appropriate limitations
on the number of driveways and the enforcement of driveway and corner clearance
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standards.
(a) Properties with frontage on two or more roads do not have the right to driveway
access to all such roads.
(b) Driveways may be required to be located so as to provide shared access and/or
cross-access with an abutting parcel or properties.
(c) Curb cuts and driveway spacing for new development or redevelopment will be
evaluated by the Planning Board on a case-by-case basis to reduce conflicts and
ensure traffic safety and efficiency. In certain cases, minimum spacing
requirements, as deemed appropriate by the Planning Board and that comply with
established State, County or Town standards, shall be applied.
(2) Corner clearance. Corner properties present special problems because they are extremely
attractive to high-volume peak-hour traffic businesses whose designs often create
conflict areas that overlap with the conflict area of the intersection.
(a) Corner clearance is to be measured along the road from the center line of the
driveway pavement to the closest edge of the road pavement. Where road widening
is planned or anticipated in the future, corner clearance should be increased to
provide for the width of the additional lane.
(b) Driveways for corner properties shall meet or exceed the minimum corner clearance
requirements as determined by the jurisdictional agency.
(c) Driveways should be located outside of the functional area of the intersection or, if
this is not possible, driveways should be placed as far as possible from the
intersection.
(d) Cross-access to adjoining properties should be encouraged to the greatest extent
possible.
(3) Driveway location.
(a) Driveway location will be based on a site plan that has been approved by the Town
Planning Board in consultation with the Town Engineer and, where appropriate, the
Town Highway Superintendent (Or County or NYSDOT officials for County and
NYS roadways).
(b) The Town Planning Board may allow the location of driveways (on Town roads) at
less than the minimum driveway spacing standards and corner clearances standards
if:
[1] A dual-driveway system, cross-access driveway system or shared driveway is
proposed and this improves the safe and efficient movement of traffic
between the parcel and the road;
[2] A driveway or driveways could be located so as to meet the minimum
driveway spacing standards and corner clearance standards, but the
characteristics of the parcel or the physical or operational characteristics of the
road are such that a change of location will improve the safe and efficient
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movement of traffic between the parcel and the road; or
[3] Conformance with the driveway spacing standards or corner clearance
standards imposes undue and exceptional hardship on the property owner.
[4] The spacing is approved by the Town Highway Department.
(4) For properties unable to meet the minimum driveway spacing standards or corner
clearance standards, a temporary driveway may be granted. The granting of a temporary
driveway will be conditioned on obtaining a shared driveway, cross-access driveway or
unified parking and circulation with an adjoining parcel, and closure of the temporary
driveway in the future.
D. Landscaping. [Added 8-17-2015 by L.L. No. 11-2015]
(1) A detailed landscaping plan shall be included with the site plan submission. This
landscape plan shall be prepared and certified by a New York State licensed landscape
architect.
(2) A minimum ground area of not less than 10% of the total site area to be developed shall
be landscaped area. Five percent of internal parking areas) shall be green space
(landscaped islands).
(3) For all areas, planted deciduous trees shall have a minimum of caliper of 3 inches,
measured six inches above grade. All planted coniferous trees shall have a minimum
height of five feet above finished grade.
(4) All existing trees larger than six inches in diameter, groups of trees and other natural
vegetation shall be incorporated into the landscape plan to the maximum extent
practicable to provide natural buffering from adjacent properties (especially residential
uses). Efforts shall be made to preserve these features, especially along lot lines. If these
trees along boundaries cannot be preserved, greater setbacks/buffers may be required.
Areas noted on the site plan for preservation must be protected by an instrument (like a
conservation easement) approved by the Town Attorney, delineated at the site and
approved by the Town prior to construction. A note indicating this requirement must
appear on the site plan to be approved.
(5) Selected vegetative plantings shall be compatible with soil conditions on the
development site as well as the regional climate.
(6) Plastic or other types of artificial plantings shall not be permitted.
(7) The landscaping design shall include the provision for pedestrian access to and from the
site.
(8) The landscape plan shall include trees and other design treatments that complement the
existing streetscape design.
(9) The arrangement and location of landscaped areas shall be dispersed throughout the
development site so as to prevent unsightliness and eliminate the monotony of parked
cars.
(10) At least one tree per 30 feet of frontage shall be planted in the required forty-foot setback
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area. Additional trees shall be planted throughout the developed area at a ratio of one
tree per 30 feet of side and rear yard dimension with the area to be developed. Trees may
be spaced evenly or clustered. Acceptable trees shall be limited to those trees listed on
the Town's planting list. This list is available from the Planning Department. Substitution
of planting material may be approved by the Planning Board.
(11) All required vegetative plantings shall be maintained in a healthy and productive
condition and shall be routinely examined. Plant materials shall be replaced, as necessary
or as directed by the Town. The Town Code Enforcement Officer shall enforce the
upkeep of landscaped areas through periodic inspections and in response to complaints
(five years after site plan development finalized or final Certificate of Occupancy).
(12) In areas of specific overlay districts, these districts may have additional or other specific
landscaping requirements.
E. Architectural standards. [Added 8-17-2015 by L.L. No. 11-2015]
(1) Blank walls and other dead or dull spaces at the street level shall be avoided. Visually
interesting activities at the sidewalk edge shall be maintained and/or established to
engage pedestrian interest.
(2) Building frontages should be active, with large nonreflective, minimally tinted window
openings at ground level.
(3) New building forms and elevations should be detailed and articulated to create
interesting rooflines and strong patterns of shade and shadow.
(4) Large structures should be designed to reduce their perceived height and bulk by
dividing the building mass into smaller-scale components.
(5) The rear of buildings (existing and proposed) shall be enhanced, where appropriate, to
improve public access from parking lots and to improve views to surrounding residential
properties.
(6) In some cases, the Planning Board may ask for alternative architectural plans to be
submitted.
(7) The visibility of rooftop equipment should be minimized by grouping this equipment
away from public view. If visible, it will also be necessary to screen these units.
(8) Building designs should incorporate traditional building materials such as masonry,
stone, brick and other natural appearing materials. Building colors should accent, blend
with or complement the surrounding environment.
(9) Dumpsters shall be placed on a concrete pad, and completely enclosed.
(10) In areas of specific overlay districts, these districts may have additional or other specific
architectural requirements.
§ 280-312. Criteria for review and approvals.
A. The Planning Board shall review the site plan and supporting data and take into consideration
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the following:
(1) Harmonious relationship between proposed uses and existing adjacent uses.
(2) Maximum safety of vehicular circulation between the site and street network.
(3) Pedestrian and bicycle accommodation.
(4) Adequacy of interior traffic circulation and parking and loading facilities, with
particular attention to vehicular and pedestrian safety.
(5) Adequacy of landscaping, areas to be protected, and setbacks in regard to achieving
maximum compatibility with and protection of adjacent property and land uses.
(6) The specific requirements of any overlay or other Town design requirements (wetlands,
floodplains, conservation areas, etc.).
(7) Aesthetic, landscaping and other design requirements.
(8) Infrastructure impacts.
(9) Public health and safety.
(10) Drainage, flooding, and grading impacts.
(11) Environmental impacts.
(12) For residential development, the adequacy of open space, playgrounds, and other
recreational amenities.
(13) Other applicable ordinances and laws of the Town of Hamburg.
B. Should changes or additional facilities be recommended by the Planning Board,
recommended approval of the site plan shall be conditional upon satisfactory compliance by
the applicant with the changes or additions.
C. In cases where any action of the Zoning Board of Appeals is required, the site plan shall be
the subject of a preliminary review by the Planning Board, in accordance with the review
procedure set forth above, before action is taken by the Zoning Board of Appeals. After such
action by the Zoning Board of Appeals, the Planning Board shall conduct a final review of
the site plan.
D. The Planning Board, in making its decision concerning the site plan, shall determine if a
sidewalk is warranted to be placed along the site's frontage along a town, county, or state
highway. The Planning Board shall state in its approval resolution the reasoning as to whether
the sidewalk is or is not required for the site's frontage (Reference to the Town of
Hamburg’s Sidewalk Plan shall be made – once adopted).
§ 280-313. Performance bond as condition of approval.
The Planning Board may require, as a condition of site plan approval, that the property owner file
a performance bond, in such amount as determined by the Town Engineer, to ensure that the
proposed development will be built in compliance with accepted plans.
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§ 280-313.1. Violations of approved plans. [Added 6-25-2012 by L.L. No. 2-2012]
In the event that, during construction, the property is not developed in accordance with the
approved site plan, the Building Inspector will utilize his enforcement responsibilities to bring the
site into conformance with the approved plan. In the case where the site cannot be brought into
conformance with the approved plan (for example, an area denoted on the plan for preservation of
trees is disturbed), the Building Inspector can issue a stop-work order and require the owner/
applicant to return to the Planning Board for potential approval of a revised plan. This approval of
a revised plan may require mitigation actions (for example, replacement of trees in a higher ratio
than those removed, screening, additional landscaping, improved aesthetics to the site, etc.) or
modifications to the plan, and bonding in accordance with § 280-313.
§ 280-313.2. Violations and penalties.
A violation of this Chapter and conviction thereof shall be punishable by a fine as set forth in the
Schedule of Fines and Penalties.
§ 280-313.3. Landscaping installation certification. [Added 4-13-2015 by L.L. No. 3-2015]
Where a landscape plan is specifically required by law, or where it is required by the Planning
Board, the applicant shall submit a certification from the Engineering Department that the required
landscaping has been installed in accordance with the approved landscape plan. This certification
shall be submitted to the Building Department along with other required information, prior to the
Building Department issuing a certificate of occupancy (CO) or a conditional CO.
§ 280-314. Site plan revisions.
A property owner wishing to make any changes to an approved site plan shall submit a revised
site plan to the Planning and Engineering Departments for review and approval. Any changes
deemed significant variation from the approved plan, as determined by these departments, shall
go before the Planning Board for approval.
§ 280-315. Other Requirements.
1. Requirement for EV charging stations for site plans (in accordance with Chapter LXII
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations).
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July 13, 2026 Meeting
4.12. POLICE –Budget Admendment
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Police Department receives distribution payments from a share of
assets forfeited from defendants from time to time and,
WHEREAS, these items are not included in the 2026 budget,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the receipt of the following
monies and approves a budget amendment to the revenue account as follows:
ATTACHMENTS:
POLICE Budget Adjustment AF_2548.10.pdf
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Board Meeting Date: Monday, July 13, 2026
Resolution Number:
Recoveries and Sales Budget Adjustment
Receipt Revenue Code Expenditure Code
Amount To Increase To Increase Purpose/Source
$2,548.10 B.4358.519 Assets Forfeited
Total:
$2,548.10
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4.13. PAF - POLICE - Crossing Guard PT
Be it resolved, that the Town Board approve the termination of personnel for the Police Department as
follows:
ATTACHMENTS:
Signed Police PAF_Schott_S-Crossing Guard.pdf
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4.14. Authorize Amendment to Contract with the Town of Hamburg EMS
Whereas, the Hamburg Volunteer Ambulance Company, Inc. (“HVAC/HEMS"), a not-for-profit
corporation, provides staffing, management, vehicles, equipment and supplies for the provision of basic
life support and advanced life support, first response services in the Town; and
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the town is authorized to pay HVAC the sum of up to three
hundred fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00) for such services, equipment and supplies. Funds will be
transferred from A000.0000.0909.000 to A000.4540.0423.0000 (Ambulance Maintenance and Service
Contracts).
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4.15. Amendment to the Volunteer Fire Company 2026 Contracts
Resolved, the Town of Hamburg Board authorizes an amendment to the Volunteer Fire Company 2026
contracts as reviewed with the Fire Chiefs.
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4.16. BOCES Volunteer Work Program Agreement
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 16th day of June, Two Thousand Twenty-Six, between TOWN OF
HAMBURG ("TOWN"), a municipal corporation with a principal office at 6100 South Park Avenue,
Hamburg, New York, and the Board of Cooperative Educational Services for the Second Supervisory
District of Erie, Chautauqua, and Cattaraugus Counties, also known as Erie 2-Chautauqua-
CattaraugusBOCES ("E2CCB"), having its principal offices at 8685 Erie Road, Angola, New York
14006.
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg is desirous of providing volunteer work experience to E2CCB
student Drew Norton (“Student”), throughout the Town of Hamburg Recreation Department by
assigning tasks/duties, providing general on-going supervision at the site, and providing verbal
feedback
to E2CCB staff relative to the student’s performance.
WHEREAS, the E2CCB will comply with all TOWN insurance requirements, provide proof of
insurance meeting the TOWN requirements, transportation arrangements, initial one-on-one training on
assigned tasks, on-going follow-up and assistance as needed to the student.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the good and valuable consideration recited below, and the
mutual promises contained herein, it is hereby agreed as follows:
1. THAT the TOWN shall provide volunteer work experience to the Student through E2CCB at
the Town of Hamburg Recreation Department.
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4.17. Recreation Budget Adjustment - Tennis Grant
WHEREAS, a check for $2,500.00 was received by the Youth, Recreation & Senior Services
Department from the United States Tennis Association as a grant for Town of Hamburg Youth,
Recreation & Senior Services Tennis Programs.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT, RESOLVED, that the Town Board does hereby authorize a budget
amendment in 2026 to increase the appropriate expenditure lines to be used for future program needs.
Transfer $2,500.00 from A000.0000.2705.0000 (Gifts and Donations) to A000.7310.0412.0000
(Recreation Supplies).
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4.18. Youth, Recreation, & Senior Services P.A.F.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board approve the termination and hiring of personnel for the
Youth, Recreation & Senior Services Department as attached.
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC070626.pdf
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July 13, 2026 Meeting
4.19. Taylor Road Alcohol Waiver Request
RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board does hereby approve alcohol waivers for August 2026
Taylor Road Cabin rentals are as follows:
8/1/26
8/2/26
8/6/26
8/7/26
8/8/26
8/9/26
8/10/26
8/14/26
8/15/26
8/16/26
8/20/26
8/22/26
8/23/26
8/27/26
8/29/26
8/30/26
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July 13, 2026 Meeting
4.20. Staffing Agreement between Scranton VFC and Hamburg EMS
Resolved, the Hamburg Town Board approves a staffing agreement between Scranton VFC and
Hamburg EMS effective immediately; and
Be It Further Resolved, Scranton VFC will provide the town with a copy of said agreement annually
when the Scranton VFC agreement with the town is executed; and
Be It Further Resolved, notification of any proposed changes in staffing hours or schedule to said
agreement will be provided in writing to the Town prior to the change taking place.
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July 13, 2026 Meeting
4.21. Budget Amendment – Recognition of ARPA Funds in Q1 and Q2 2026
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg has received funding through the American Rescue Plan Act
(ARPA) to assist with eligible expenditures related to the public health emergency and recovery efforts;
and
WHEREAS, ARPA funds were expended during the first and second quarters of fiscal year 2026 to
support projects and services in accordance with the eligible uses outlined by the U.S. Department of
the Treasury; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to amend the 2026 Town Budget to recognize said revenues, appropriate the
related expenditures, and authorize the transfer of funds accordingly;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg hereby
authorizes the Finance Department to make the following budget amendment to reflect the use of ARPA
funds during Quarter 1 and Quarter 2 of Fiscal Year 2026:
Account Number Amount
A.4089 98,204.25
A.9950.975 75,495.98
A.9901.900 5,118.11
A.1690.207.403 952.27
A.1690.478.403 16,637.89
B.5031 5,118.11
B.8020.456.403 5,118.11
H108.5031 8,298.98
H108.1440.456.403 8,298.98
H119.5031 67,197.00
H119.1490.440.403 67,197.00
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4.22. Finance/Personnel PAF
RESOLVED, that the Town Board approves the attached PAF for the Finance and Administration
Department.
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC070926-001.pdf
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4.23. Finance/Personnel New Hire PAF
WHEREAS, the Finance and Administration Department has a vacancy in its Account Clerk position;
and
WHEREAS, the Civil Service list provided less than three candidates and the posting was therefore
made public;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, based on the recommendation of the Director of Finance, the Town
Board hereby approves the attached PAF appointing Heather Brown to the fulltime provisional Account
Clerk position contingent on all pre-employment requirements being met. It is a Managerial
Confidential position, the salary is $22.00 per hour and funds are available in A1430 and A1310.
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4.24. Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company New Member-Tomczak
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board approves that attached recommendations for the
membership Grace Isabelle Tomczak
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC063026.pdf
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4.25. Scranton Volunteer Fire Company, Inc New Memember-Domin
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hamburg Town Board approves that attached recommendation for the
membership of Sean Domin.
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC070926.pdf
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July 13, 2026 Meeting
4.26. B&G Revenue Account - Progressive Insurance
WHEREAS, the Buildings & Grounds Department received a check from Progressive Insurance for
$3,625.00, and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board approves funds in the amount of $3,625.00 to be
deposited into Revenue Account A000.0000.2680.0000.
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4.27. B&G Revenue Account Transfer
WHEREAS, the Buildings & Grounds Department received a check from Just Like New Golf Balls
LLC for $125.00, and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Board approves funds in the amount of $125.00 to be
deposited into Revenue Account A000.0000.2655.0000 and transferred to A.7183.423.
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4.28. Consent To Formation of Bayview Townhomes Water Works Corporation
WHEREAS, Sean Hopkins, Esq. of Hopkins Sorgi & McCarthy PLLC, 35 California Drive, Suite 100,
Williamsville, NY 14221, is forming a water works corporation to be named Bayview Townhomes
Water Works Corporation under Article 4 of the New York Transportation Corporations Law; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of this corporation is to engage in any lawful act or activity relating to water
service for fifty-seven (44) homes to be located at Riley Blvd. and Bayview Rd. Hamburg, NY 14075,
for which a water-works corporation may be organized under New York State Transportation
Corporations Law; and
WHEREAS, as a condition for the formation of the corporation, the controlling municipality needs to
give its consent; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Hamburg deems it is in the best interest of the Town to
approve the formation of the Bayview Townhomes Water Works Corporation;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby adopts this resolution for
purpose of consenting to the formation of the Bayview Townhomes Water Works Corporation, by
Hopkins Sorgi & McCarthy PLLC, to engage in lawful acts of activities relating to water service for
fifty-seven (44) homes to be located at Riley Blvd. and Bayview Rd., Hamburg, NY 14075, which is
allowed under Article 4 of the New York Transportation Corporations Law subject to the following
condition:
1. The responsibility for the cost of any improvements, repairs or maintenance of this private water
utility shall be the responsibility of the Homeowner’s Association, Water Works Corporation, and/or the
residents serviced by the private utility, and should a Homeowner’s Association or the Water Works
Corporation fail to exist or fail to satisfy all such responsibilities, the residents serviced by the private
water utility shall pay the cost of any improvements, repairs, and/or maintenance of the private water
utility. Should the Town of Hamburg be required to pay the cost of any improvements, repairs and/or
maintenance of the private water utility, the residents serviced by such private water utility shall fully
reimburse the Town of Hamburg for any and all costs of any improvements, repairs and/or maintenance
of the private water utility.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Supervisor is hereby authorized to execute the Consent
to Formation letter approving the formation of a water works corporation to be known as the Briercliff
Townhomes Water Works Corporation.
ATTACHMENTS:
DOC070926-002.pdf
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4.29. Approve General Obligation Serial Bonds or Notes by Newton Abbott Volunteer Fire Company
for acquisition of a fire truck/emergency vechicle
Whereas, on July 6, 2026, the Board of Directors of the Newton Abbott Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.
adopted a bond resolution authorizing General Obligation Serial Bonds or Notes of not more than
$1,100,000.00 to finance the acquisition of a fire truck/emergency vehicle and authorized the
expenditure of sums for such purpose and will conduct a public hearing at the Fire Hall 3426 Abbott
Road, Orchard Park New York for this purpose.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the town board of the Town of Hamburg hereby approves the bond
resolution adopted by the Board of Directors of the Newton Abbott Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. on
July 6, 2026.
ATTACHMENTS:
Newton Abbott Vol. Fire Co. Resolution (1).pdf
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4.30. Grant Application Town of Hamburg WQIP Salt Facility Project
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) is soliciting
applications through the New York State Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) from eligible
municipalities for the Water Quality Improvement Program (WQIP); and
WHEREAS, the WQIP is a competitive, statewide reimbursement grant program open to local
governments to implement projects that directly improve water quality or habitat, promote flood risk
reduction, restoration, and enhanced flood and climate resiliency, or protect a drinking water
source; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg Highway Department has identified that the existing salt storage
facility is inadequate and a potential source of groundwater contamination.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
The Hamburg Town Board authorizes EECG Consulting to prepare and submit a grant application to
NYSDEC through the 2026 NYS Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) on behalf of the Town of
Hamburg; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT,
If the grant is awarded, the Town of Hamburg will commit to the 25% match required for the
development and implementation of the proposed project, additionally, the Town of Hamburg will
designate EECG Consulting to manage the grant on behalf of the Town of Hamburg; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all project costs shall be temporarily funded from the Town of
Hamburg Highway Fund Balance (DB00.0000.0909.0000) until grant reimbursement funds are
received, at which time the reimbursement shall be applied to the project, and the remaining local match
shall be funded from Highway Fund Balance.
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4.31. Grant Application Town of Hamburg Mt Vernon Sanitary Sewer Project, Phase II
WHEREAS, the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) is offering $425 million
in grants for clean and drinking water projects to selected municipalities with infrastructure projects that
protect public health and/or water quality; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg owns and operates the sanitary sewer system in the Mt Vernon
Community and due to the four (4) sanitary sewer overflows in that system, the NYSDEC has put the
Town of Hamburg under an Order on Consent to eliminate those overflows; and
WHEREAS, the Engineering Department is currently conducting inspections of the 330 manholes
within the system and identifying repairs to improve the system; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg will submit the Mt Vernon Sanitary Sewer Project, Phase II for
funding to the NYS WIIA Clean Water Grant Program to perform various repairs, lining, and sealing of
the manholes.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
The Hamburg Town Board authorizes EECG Consulting to prepare and submit a grant application to
EFC on behalf of the Town of Hamburg; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT,
If the grant is awarded, the Town of Hamburg will commit to the 75% match required for the
development and implementation of the proposed project, additionally, the Town of Hamburg will
designate EECG Consulting to manage the grant on behalf of the Town of Hamburg; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, all project costs will be initially funded from Mount Vernon Sewer
District Fund Balance (S002-0000-0909-0000) pending reimbursement from the awarded grant funds.
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4.32. Grant Application Blasdell Community Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) Nomination
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) is soliciting applications through the
New York State Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) from eligible municipalities to complete a
Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) Nomination for a community affected by known or suspected
brownfields; and
WHEREAS, the BOA program applies a neighborhood or area-wide approach, rather than the
traditional site-by-site approach, to the assessment and redevelopment of known or suspected
brownfields and other vacant or abandoned properties; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Hamburg will work in partnership with the Village of Blasdell on the
development of the proposed Blasdell Community BOA Nomination.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
The Hamburg Town Board authorizes EECG Consulting to prepare and submit a grant application to
NYSDOS through the 2026 NYS Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) on behalf of the Town of
Hamburg; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, if the grant is awarded, the Town of Hamburg will commit to
the 10% match required for the development and implementation of the proposed project, additionally,
the Town of Hamburg will designate EECG Consulting to manage the grant on behalf of the Town of
Hamburg; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, all project costs will be initially funded from the Town of Hamburg
General Fund Balance (A000-0000-0909-0000) pending reimbursement from the awarded grant funds.
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