The purpose of this section is to regulate those uses that have
some particular impact or unique characteristics which require a case-by-case
review of their location design, configuration and impacts on the
surrounding area. By requiring the individual review of special use
permit applications, the reviewing body helps to determine the level
of compatibility and desirability of a use in its proposed location.
The property or building owner, their agent, or lessee, purchaser
or tenant with permission of the owner, may file special use permit
applications. The special use permit application shall include:
A. An application form, including the name, address, and signature of
the applicant, property owner, and developer.
B. A site plan denoting the location of the subject property and all
structures thereon, as well as all property, uses, and structures
within 300 feet of the proposed use.
C. A description of the proposed use and nature of its operation, including:
1) A business plan, vision, or model, and/or summary of products, goods,
and services to be sold or provided;
2) The proposed hours of operation;
3) The number of employees at maximum shift;
4) The maximum seat capacity;
5) The timing and manner of any and all anticipated deliveries;
6) A recycling and waste management plan; and
7) The nature and type of all mechanical equipment provided and/or required.
D. An interior floor plan, including, but not limited to, the arrangement
of seats, kitchen and/or bar size and location, storage areas, and
location of machines or other mechanical equipment.
E. A profile of utilities and demand of services such as fire, police,
water, sewer, roads, highway, and associated departments.
F. A narrative describing how the proposed use will satisfy the special
use permit review criteria.
G. All SEQR documentation as required by NYS Law.
In rendering a decision, the Planning Board shall consider and
make findings that the proposed use:
A. Will be generally consistent with the goals of the Comprehensive
Plan;
B. Meets any specific criteria set forth in this chapter;
C. Will be compatible with existing uses adjacent to and near the property;
D. Will be in harmony with the general purpose of this chapter;
E. Will not tend to depreciate the value of the property or any adjacent
property;
F. Will not create a hazard to health, safety or the general welfare
of the public;
G. Will not alter the essential character of the district nor be detrimental
to the neighborhood residents; and
H. Will not otherwise be detrimental to the public convenience and welfare.
The Planning Board may impose such reasonable conditions and
restrictions as are directly related to and incidental to the proposed
special use permit and as may be necessary to prevent or minimize
adverse effects upon other property in the neighborhood, including
limitations on the time period for which the permit is granted.