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Vivian Mason

Person Zoning Board of Appeals Chairperson 357 mentions · 2010-01-11 to 2026-08-10
Zoning Board of Appeals Town of Clay Karen Liebi Route 31 Robert Germain Clay Town Hall Edward Wisnowski Chelsea Clark Ryan Frantzis Brian Bender Ryan Pleskach Eugene Young David Porter Planning Board Janet Rathburn

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Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-08-10
1 APPROVED ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MINUTES OF MEETING August 10, 2026 The Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Clay, County of Onondaga, State of New York, was held at the Clay Town Hall, 4401 New York State Route 3…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-08-10
2 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – August 10, 2026 Town of Clay Page 2 of 7 Mr. Natale stated he discussed the Zoning Boards concerns and suggestions with the applicant and the applicant would like to proceed with requesting a reduction in the fro…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-08-10
MOTION was made by Mrs. Liebi in Case #2008 to approve the Area Variance for a reduction in the front yard setback from 25 feet to 10 feet and approve the Area Variance for an increase in maximum height of an accessory structure from 12 feet to 18.…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-08-10
NEW BUSINESS: Case #2010 – Charles & Carol Lee/KK-J Architecture, 9178 Henry Clay Boulevard, Tax Map ID #034.-01-07.0.: The applicant is seeking three Area Variances pursuant to Section 230-13A(4) – Lot and Structure Dimensional Requirements,…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-08-10
3. The applicant does not believe the requested Area Variances are substantial. 4. The applicant does not believe there will be any adverse effect to the neighborhood. 5. The need for the Variance is not self-created as the structure existed prior …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-08-10
Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porter - in favor Mr. Frantzis - in favor Mrs. Liebi - in favor Chairperson Mason - in favor Unanimously Carried. Case #2011 – Jesse Balaz, 8000 Ginge…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-08-10
5 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – August 10, 2026 Town of Clay Page 5 of 7 Chairperson Mason asked if there were any further comments or questions from the Board and there were none. Chairperson Mason asked Planning Commissioner Bender if he …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-08-10
MOTION was made by Mr. Frantzis in Case #2011 to approve the Area Variances as requested with the condition they be in substantial compliance with Exhibit “A”. Motion was seconded by Mr. Porter. Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-08-10
2. The applicant does not believe there are other feasible methods other than the requested Area Variance. 3. The applicant does believe the requested Area Variance is substantial. 4. The applicant does not believe there will be any adverse effect…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-08-10
Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porter - in favor Mr. Frantzis - in favor Mrs. Liebi - in favor Chairperson Mason - in favor Unanimously Carried. There being no further business, Cha…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
1 DRAFT/UNAPPROVED ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MINUTES OF MEETING July 13, 2026 The Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Clay, County of Onondaga, State of New York, was held at the Clay Town Hall, 4401 New York State R…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
2 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – July 13, 2026 Town of Clay Page 2 of 9 Mr. Fishel explained they would like to withdraw their request for an Area Variance for a freestanding sign but wishes to proceed with the Area Variance request for 3 wall s…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
MOTION was made by Mr. Becker in Case #2001 to approve the Area Variance as requested with the condition they be in substantial compliance with Exhibit “A”. Motion was seconded by Mr. Frantzis. Roll Call: Mr. Becker - in favor Mr.…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
NEW BUSINESS: Case #2006 – Sarah Vartabedian, 9656 Beaver Watch Path, Tax Map ID #041.3-04-10.0.: The applicant is seeking two Area Variances pursuant to Section 230-13D(4)(c)[1] – Lot and Structure Dimensional Requirements, for a reduction in…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
5. The applicant acknowledged that the need for Area Variances is self-created. Chairperson Mason asked if there were any further comments or questions from the Board and there were none. Chairperson Mason asked Planning Commissioner Bender …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porter - in favor Mr. Frantzis - in favor Mrs. Liebi - in favor Chairperson Mason - in favor Unanimously Carried. Case #2007 – Ulrich Sign Co. Inc., 3…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
5. The applicant acknowledged that the need for an Area Variance is self-created. Chairperson Mason asked if there were any further comments or questions from the Board. Mrs. Liebi asked the applicant if the dealership was acquiring the prope…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
MOTION was made by Mr. Porter in Case #2007 to approve the Area Variance as requested with the condition they be in substantial compliance with Exhibit “A”. Motion was seconded by Mr. Frantzis. Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor M…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
5. The applicant acknowledged that the need for Area Variances is self-created. Chairperson Mason asked if there were any further comments or questions from the Board and there were none.
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
7 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – July 13, 2026 Town of Clay Page 7 of 9 Chairperson Mason asked Planning Commissioner Bender if he had any questions or comments and he had none. Chairperson Mason asked Codes Commissioner Grispino if he had…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
MOTION was made by Chairperson Mason in Case #2008 to adjourn the hearing to August 10, 2026. Motion was seconded by Mr. Frantzis. Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porter - in favor Mr. Frantzis - in favor …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
1. The applicant does not believe the requested Area Variances will create an undesirable change to the character of the neighborhood but would improve the homes aesthetic. 2. The applicant does not believe there are other feasible methods other th…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-07-13
MOTION was made by Mr. Porter in Case #2009 to approve the Area Variances as requested with the condition they be in substantial compliance with Exhibit “A”. Motion was seconded by Mr. Frantzis. Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
1 APPROVED ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MINUTES OF MEETING June 8, 2026 The Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Clay, County of Onondaga, State of New York, was held at the Clay Town Hall, 4401 New York State Route 31, …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
NEW BUSINESS: Case #2001 – Greg Fischel (Allied Sign Company), 3567 State Route 31, Tax Map #019.-02- 29.1.: The applicant is seeking two Area Variances pursuant to Section 230-22C(1) – Maximum square footage for a Freestanding Sign, for an i…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
2. The applicant does not believe there are other feasible methods other than the requested Area Variance. This location is a drive-thru with limited seating, which differs from the sit-down restaurant style Tully’s in the area. 3. The applicant d…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
4. The applicant does not believe there will be any adverse effect to the neighborhood. 5. The applicant acknowledged that the need for Area Variances is self-created. Chairperson Mason asked if there were any further comments or questions from …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
MOTION was made by Chairperson Mason to refer Case #2001 to the Planning Board. Zoning Board will make their decision at the July 13, 2026, meeting. Motion was seconded by Mr. Frantzis. Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porte…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
1. The applicant does not believe the requested Area Variances will create an undesirable change to the character of the neighborhood as she is on a corner lot and there are apartments behind her property. 2. The applicant does not believe there a…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porter - in favor Mr. Frantzis - in favor Mrs. Liebi - in favor Chairperson Mason - in favor Unanimously Carried. Case #2003- Kiran Gautam, 4942 Harve…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
6 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – June 8, 2026 Town of Clay Page 6 of 10 Greg Clark, 4937 Harvest Lane, stated he lives two doors down and has never met the applicant in three years. He stated this is a residential neighborhood and the property i…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porter - in favor Mr. Frantzis - in favor Mrs. Liebi - in favor Chairperson Mason - in favor Unanimously Carried. Case #2004- Burke Bruinsma, 311 Broo…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
5. The applicant acknowledged that the need for an Area Variance is self-created. Chairperson Mason asked if there were any further comments or questions from the Board. Mrs. Liebi asked if the applicant has another shed on the property. Mr…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
8 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – June 8, 2026 Town of Clay Page 8 of 10 Chairperson Bender stated that Planning and Codes received two letters from the same resident opposed to granting the Area Variance. Chairperson Mason asked if anyone in…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porter - in favor Mr. Frantzis - in favor Mrs. Liebi - opposed Chairperson Mason - in favor Motion Carried.
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
9 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – June 8, 2026 Town of Clay Page 9 of 10 Case #2005- Paul Licari, 8894 Caughdenoy Road, Tax Map #048.-01-06.0.: The applicant is requesting two Area Variances pursuant to Section 230-17D(4)(b)[1][a] for a reduct…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
5. The applicant acknowledged that the need for Area Variances is self-created. Chairperson Mason asked if there were any further comments or questions from the Board. Mrs. Liebi asked if the applicant would consider a smaller building on the …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
10 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – June 8, 2026 Town of Clay Page 10 of 10 Chairperson Mason asked what the office space would be used for. The applicant stated the office space would be used for administration for the building and a bathroom…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-06-08
MOTION was made by Chairperson Mason that the Zoning Board of Appeals will present their decision at the July 13, 2026, meeting. Motion was seconded by Mr. Frantzis. Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porter - in favor …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-04-13
1 APPROVED ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MINUTES OF MEETING April 13, 2026 The Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Clay, County of Onondaga, State of New York, was held at the Clay Town Hall, 4401 New York State Route 31…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-04-13
NEW BUSINESS: Case #1999 – Robert Aluzzo (John Anthony Properties LLC), 8285 Oswego Road, Tax Map #054.-02-08.1.: The applicant seeks Area Variances pursuant to Section 230-13 D.(4) – Lot and Structure Dimensional Requirements, for a reductio…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-04-13
5. Mr. Calocerinos acknowledged that the need for both Area Variances is self-created, as the property owner determined that the proposed garage location best supports the needs of the occupants while remaining consistent with the character of the …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-04-13
Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porter - in favor Mr. Becker - in favor Chairperson Mason - in favor Unanimously Carried. Case #2000 – Erik Turner (Community Bank), 4000 State Route 31, Tax Map #…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-04-13
5. Ms. Wennberg explained that the need for the requested side yard setback variance is self- created, as the proposed layout is influenced by the constraints of the existing site design, including established landscaping patterns and the overall co…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-04-13
Roll Call: Ms. DesRosiers - in favor Mr. Porter - in favor Mr. Becker - in favor Chairperson Mason - in favor Unanimously Carried. There being no further business, Chairperson Mason adjourned the meeting at…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-03-09
APPROVED ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MINUTES OF MEETING March 9, 2026 The Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Clay, County of …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-03-09
MOTION made by Chairperson Mason for the purpose of the New York State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) all new actions tonight will be determined to be a Type II, and will be given a negative declaration, unless otherwise advised by our attorney.…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-03-09
NEW BUSINESS: Case #1998 – Michael J. Taylor, 8111 Maple Road, Tax Map #076.-01-02.0.: The applicant is seeking Area Variances pursuant to Section 230-13 A.(4) – Lot and Structure Dimensional Requirements, for a reduction in the front yard setback …
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-03-09
Mr. Taylor addressed the Standards of Proof: 1. The applicant does not believe the requested Area Variances will create an undesirable change to the character of the neighborhood but would add value to the property. 2. The applicant does…
Article Zoning Board of Appeals 2026-03-09
Chairperson Mason asked for those who would like to speak in favor of granting the Area Variances and there were none. Chairperson Mason asked for those who would like to speak against granting the Area Variances and there were none. The hearing wa…