Town of Clarence

The meeting involved Concept Plan reviews and discussions for four separate items. Item 1 concerned the proposed 27-room Skyline Hotel and Restaurant, requiring extensive discussion on setbacks, sanitary system relocation, traffic impact estimates (which were below DOT significance thresholds), noise, lighting, and operational plans for the exterior flex space. Concept Plan approval was granted subject to numerous conditions, including adherence to engineering, fire code, and lighting standards. Item 2 addressed a request for Concept Plan approval for a 2-lot residential Open Development Area (ODA) within the former Boncrest West subdivision. Discussions focused on the private drive access, easement issues with an adjacent property owner, stormwater management via perimeter swales, and the need for a potential Homeowner's Association for maintenance. Concept Plan approval was granted with several conditions, notably striking a condition related to Erie County Health Department approval timing. Item 3 involved seeking Development Plan approval for a mixed-use project featuring 23 apartments and commercial space, with discussions clarifying access points, lighting height (15'), screening of mechanicals (rooftop mounted and recessed), and handicap ramp locations. The Development Plan was approved subject to numerous compliance conditions. Item 4 sought Concept Plan approval and a recommendation for a Temporary Conditional Permit for a new 4,800 sq. ft. outside dining patio bar at Samuel's Grande Manor (The Tavern on Main). Key discussions included parking delineation, operating hours, soundproofing measures for adjacent apartments, and sanitation system adequacy. Concept Plan approval and the recommendation for the Temporary Conditional Permit were both carried. Item 5 concerned Concept Plan approval for an approximately 40,000 sq. ft. light manufacturing and office addition to the rear of the existing Dynabrade, Inc. facility, confirming material matching and addressing preliminary drainage comments.

The meeting addressed several appeals requiring variances. For Old Business (Appeal No. 2), the board discussed Zang Ventures, Inc.'s request for a side yard setback variance for a commercial expansion, reviewing multiple design alternatives regarding building size, parking, and green space to balance the applicant's needs against neighborhood detriment. The board ultimately approved the appeal as written. New Business included Appeal No. 1 from Andrew Sauer for a residential front yard setback variance to construct a home and barn; the board approved this appeal with a condition mandating a minimum 300-foot setback from the south property line for all structures. Appeal No. 2, related to David R. Stasiak's request for variances concerning an accessory structure (garage) size and height, was also approved, maintaining all previous conditions from a 2021 approval. A third item, Appeal No. 3 by Richard A. DiVita regarding a pole barn location, was withdrawn by the applicant.

The document details proceedings from a Work Session and a subsequent Regular Meeting of the Town Board on the same day. Key discussions during the Work Session involved considering a Temporary Conditional Permit for A&A's Tree Service and preliminary Conceptual review for a 6-unit commercial structure by L Visone Development, LLC. A storage structure request for Woodview Construction / Homeview Properties was also reviewed. Town Board Reports covered various operational items, including equipment purchases, employee training authorizations, and updates on local developments and historical society events. The Regular Meeting included authorizing the Town Supervisor to sign an agreement for Dental & Vision Plans, approving the addition of an 'Added Motions' agenda item, and approving the purchase of a grapple bucket for the Parks Department. The Board also authorized two Parks employees to attend Pesticide Recertification training. Further actions included approving a Special Event Permit for the 'Ride for Roswell' bicycle ride and a permit for the 'Pickleball Tournament.' The Board also approved a bill pay for various funds. Several applications for facility use at Legion Hall and the Clubhouse were approved. The Town Clerk provided important reminders regarding 2026 Town and County tax deadlines and the process for Pavilion Day reservations.

The Work Session meeting included several public hearings concerning permit requests for property usage changes. These included a Special Exception Use Permit for an attached secondary living unit at 9329 Via Cimato Drive, a Temporary Conditional Permit for an automotive repair and performance business at 5844 Goodrich Road, and a Temporary Conditional Permit for outside business storage and operation at 9377 County Road. Formal agenda items involved a preliminary Conceptual review for a commercial retail building for LENCO Supplies at 7631 Transit Road, which was referred to the Planning Board. Work session items also included a request for a Temporary Conditional Permit for a tree trimming and removal business by A&A's Tree Service, referred to the Planning Board, and consideration of a mixed-use project at 4880 Ransom Road requiring Public Hearings. Town Board reports noted Supervisor Casilio's upcoming award ceremony and the State of the Town event. The session concluded with discussions regarding the Amherst sewer project and an executive session to discuss real property acquisition.

The meeting included a motion to publish a recusal letter, which was approved unanimously by those present, with the Chairman tasked to circulate it to the Town Attorney. The Board also planned to review and discuss the Annual Letter concerning general guidelines for hiring employees related to Town Board Members during the March meeting. Discussions on the 2026 goals took place, followed by an Executive Session where annual disclosures were reviewed and approved for filing; no transactional disclosures required review.