“Section 271 Planning board, creation, appointment 1. Authorization. The town board of each town is hereby authorized by local law or ordinance, to create a planning board consisting of five or seven members and shall, by resolution, appoint the members of such board and designate the chairperson thereof. In the absence of a chairperson … [Read more…]
“New York State Senate Section 272-A Town comprehensive plan 1. Legislative findings and intent. The legislature hereby finds and determines that: (a) Significant decisions and actions affecting the immediate and long-range protection, enhancement, growth and development of the state and its communities are made by local governments. (b) Among the most important powers and … [Read more…]
“1. Definition of special use permit. As used in this section the term “special use permit” shall mean an authorization of a particular land use which is permitted in a zoning ordinance or local law, subject to requirements imposed by such zoning ordinance or local law to assure that the proposed use is in … [Read more…]
“1. Definition of site plan. As used in this section the term “site plan” shall mean a rendering, drawing, or sketch prepared to specifications and containing necessary elements, as set forth in the applicable zoning ordinance or local law, which shows the arrangement, layout and design of the proposed use of a single parcel … [Read more…]