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ZBA approves pool placement at 357 Fraser Road for Autumn Lane only, requires landscaping buffer
Summary
The board approved a variance allowing a pool at 357 Fraser Road to be closer to a front lot line than the dwelling but limited that approval to Autumn Lane (not Fraser Road) and required planting of the proposed trees as visual buffer; applicants argued the pool would not increase runoff because it would not be emptied regularly.
The Zoning Board approved a pool-placement variance for the Lederbergers at 357 Fraser Road on July 14, with conditions limiting the approval to Autumn Lane and requiring the proposed landscaping buffer.
Isreal and Nancy Lederberger, represented by Joel Kohn, sought relief to place a swimming pool closer to a front lot line than the main dwelling. Neighbors previously raised concerns about visual impact and utility lines under Autumn Lane. Kohn said the applicants proposed planting 'green giant' trees between the pool and the road and would use Fraser Road only for heavy-equipment access during construction. Addressing runoff concerns, Kohn advised the board that "the pool will not be emptied on a regular basis, or even yearly, so will not affect the runoff." The applicants also said the pool size suits a tall family and they would not reduce size for aesthetic reasons.
Board members reiterated a preference to see the pool aligned with the front of the house; after discussion the board concluded the requested relief would not create adverse environmental effects and voted to approve the variance for Autumn Lane only, subject to planting the proposed landscaping. Attorney Steve Vegliante advised the board this is a SEQR Type II action. The board also said that to pursue a rear-yard variance so the pool could be shifted back would require a new application and updated site plan.
