Town of Camillus

The Zoning Board of Appeals reviewed and granted a special use permit for the relocation and operation of a drop-in child daycare center known as The PIP Stop at 5422 West Genesee Street. The board determined the application was an Unlisted Action with no significant environmental impact. Approval was granted subject to specific conditions, including compliance with all applicable building and fire codes, the designation of separate employee parking, and appropriate signage and location for the parent drop-off and pick-up area.

The board reviewed several development applications. Discussions included the amended site plan for Holland Farms, focusing on traffic flow, pedestrian safety, and drive-thru configuration. A request for a special use permit for the PIP Stop daycare relocation was reviewed and referred to the ZBA. A sketch plan for the Kimball-Warners Road development, involving housing and retail across municipal boundaries, was discussed, with plans to coordinate with the Town of Van Buren. Additionally, the board approved the site plan for Local 315 Brewing Company, contingent on specific safety measures including walkway striping and MS4 acceptance.

The board conducted two public hearings regarding the repeal and replacement of the Dog Control code and the adoption of the Joint Comprehensive Plan. Key legislative actions included the enactment of Local Law No. 9-2026 for dog control and the formal adoption of the Joint Comprehensive Plan. The board authorized several administrative and operational items, including warrant payments, a bid advertisement for the Municipal Building elevator project, carpeting for the auditorium, and the purchase of a new pickup truck. Two part-time Dog Control Officers were appointed, a constable agreement was approved, and budget amendments were processed. Additionally, the board passed a resolution supporting the designation of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad New York Scenic Byway.

The board conducted a work session featuring a presentation by Stonehammer Homes regarding a proposed zoning classification change from RR to R1 for property located at 2359 Sands Road to allow for the creation of nine single-family residential lots. Discussion topics included utility accessibility, specifically public water and septic capacity, potential environmental impacts on wetlands and local wildlife including an existing eagle nest, and traffic considerations. Board members questioned the developer regarding future subdivision restrictions, turning radii for emergency services, lighting spillage, and the necessity of various regulatory permits. The developer indicated that plans would adhere to necessary environmental and health department standards.

The board conducted a public hearing for an area variance regarding a garage addition at 438 Horan Road, which was subsequently approved. Additionally, the board referred a special use permit application for a drop-in child care facility to the Planning Board and scheduled a future public hearing for that request. The board also addressed an environmental impact assessment for the garage addition and provided a reminder regarding an upcoming special hearing.