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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…
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – August 10, 2026
Town of Clay
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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…
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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.…
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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,…
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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 …
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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…
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Town of Clay
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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 …
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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
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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…
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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…
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APPROVED
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 Route 31,…
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – July 13, 2026
Town of Clay
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – July 13, 2026
Town of Clay
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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…
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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
…
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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…
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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
…
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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, …
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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…
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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…
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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…
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – June 8, 2026
Town of Clay
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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…
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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…
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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…
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – June 8, 2026
Town of Clay
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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…
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Roll Call:
Ms. DesRosiers
- in favor
Mr. Porter
- in favor
Mr. Frantzis
- in favor
Mrs. Liebi
- opposed
Chairperson Mason
- in favor
Motion Carried.
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – June 8, 2026
Town of Clay
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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…
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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 …
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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – June 8, 2026
Town of Clay
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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…
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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
…
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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…
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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…
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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 …
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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 #…
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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…
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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…
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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 …
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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.…
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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 …
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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…
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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…