Planning Board

Office of the Planning Board, Town of Schaghticoke — February 4, 2026.

In the absence of Chairman Frank Alessandrini, Kasey Casas acted as Chairman.

Public hearings

McCoski Subdivision (Tax Map #30.-4-6.2). Jacob Keasbey, land surveyor, appeared on a proposed 5-acre one-lot subdivision from a 20.05± acre parcel in an RA district at the junction of Hansen Road and the Howland Avenue Extension, for applicant Kelly McCoski; the subdivision is being pursued to settle an estate. The proposed 5± acre lot has steep topographical frontage on Hansen Road. There was no public comment.

Powers Lane Subdivision (Tax Map #61-1-18). Jake Keasbey appeared for the applicant, Pat Powers, on the subdivision of a 200′ × 300′ lot on a dead-end street at 6 Powers Lane. Kasey Casas recused herself for this application because the firm that employs her is representing the potential buyer, and Elizabeth Hale assumed the chair. The proposal reverts a double lot back to two originally sized 100′ × 300′ lots in an older subdivision — Lot #5 to be sold, Lot #6 retained by the applicant. There was no public comment. The hearings closed at 7:04 p.m.

Regular meeting — 7:05 PM

Members present: Kasey Casas (Acting Chairman), Dan Clow, Elizabeth Hale, Peter Klotz, Vince Ragone, and Chris Reynolds. Frank Alessandrini was absent. Dave Brennan, Town Attorney, was present.

Approval of prior minutes

The January 7, 2026 minutes were approved. A quorum was not present to review the October 1, 2025 minutes, which were held for the March 2026 meeting.

Starlight Development (Tax Map #70.56-1-6)

Noted: the proposal was granted final approval at the January 7, 2026 meeting.

McCoski Subdivision — tabled (Tax Map #30.-4-6.2)

A survey was presented. The 5± acre proposed lot rises from Hansen Road at a 5–10% grade, suggesting access should come from Howland Road, though the surveyor said a switchback driveway from Hansen Road could work. The Board held a lengthy discussion over the topography, an existing easement, the possibility of shared driveways, and the access shown on the survey, and some members felt the proposed lot and residual acreage had an odd and undesirable configuration that might need to be reworked into a more conventional shape. Unable to reach a consensus, the Board tabled the matter until the March meeting.

Powers Lane Subdivision — approval (Tax Map #61-1-18)

Kasey Casas remained recused and Elizabeth Hale chaired this item. The proposal reverts the double lot to two originally sized 100′ × 300′ lots. The ZBA had granted the area variances needed to meet the Zoning Code, SEQR was reviewed and a negative declaration issued, and the applicant was advised to consult the Building Inspector before construction.

Vince Ragone moved to grant preliminary and final approval; Chris Reynolds seconded. Ayes: Hale, Klotz, Clow, Ragone, Reynolds · Nays: None.

Dollar General — Special Use Permit (Tax Map #32.-3-29)

Andrew Masullo, Sr. Engineer with Lansing Engineering, proposed a 10,600-square-foot Dollar General store on a 1.95± acre lot, part of an 8.17± acre parcel to be subdivided into three lots: Lot #1 at the corner of East Schaghticoke Road and NYS Route 40 (2.41± acres), Lot #2 (1.95± acres, the development site), and Lot #3 (3.81± acres). As owner of Ragone, Inc., Board member Vince Ragone disclosed an interest in the construction and recused himself.

The Board discussed whether current infrastructure can support the added traffic, particularly at the NYS Route 40/67 and East Schaghticoke Road intersection, and concurred that a traffic study is warranted. Access is planned from East Schaghticoke Road; screening, lighting, and parking are yet to be determined, and the remaining two lots would be retained by the property owner. An escrow letter was received from LaBerge Engineers, who will be retained to advise in the Town’s interests. It was noted there is a current violation on the property; Attorney Brennan advised that the owner and the Town work together toward compliance so the proposal can move forward. The item will remain on future monthly agendas.

Fane Subdivision (Tax Map #61.-1-33)

Mark Danskin, land surveyor, appeared for the applicant, Gregory Fane, on the subdivision of a 5.81± acre parcel at 5 Warren Lane (off NYS Route 40). The topography is relatively flat apart from a “knob” on the new lot, and access is planned from Warren Lane since Route 40 access would be impractical. Public water and septic are available. The subdivision would require area variances — for density (about 0.19± acres, roughly 3% short of the requirement) and for frontage (6.23′ short of the 50′ requirement and 10.16′ short of the required 175′ of total frontage). Mr. Danskin was advised to apply to the Zoning Board of Appeals for the required variances.

Code enforcement

A long banner-style sign hung on a fenced area on Howland Avenue (NYS Route 67), west of the Hemstreet Park bridge, does not meet Zoning requirements. Code Enforcement Officer Scott Frisino will look into the matter and contact the property owner.

Adjournment

Chris Reynolds moved to adjourn at 8:18 p.m.; Dan Clow seconded. Ayes: Casas, Clow, Hale, Klotz, Ragone, Reynolds · Nays: None.

Respectfully submitted by Elizabeth Hale, Clerk, Planning Board.