Planning board grants routine time extensions, reviews sign referrals and accepts minor DEC‑requested shift for Bock & Shifler
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Summary
The board granted 6‑month timeline extensions for previously approved site‑plans for Stone Valley LLC and Hines (Brunswick LLC), reviewed sign referrals for an equipment rental business and an oral surgeon, and agreed the DEC‑requested ~10–13 foot shift to an accessory structure at the Bock & Shifler property appears de minimis and can be handled
The Town of Rhinebeck Planning Board granted routine six‑month timeline extensions for two previously approved projects and handled several minor administrative referrals.
By voice vote the board approved a six‑month extension for Stone Valley LLC’s site‑plan and special‑use permit satisfaction period (extension of conditions from 06/02/2025 to 12/02/2025) and a six‑month extension for Brunswick LLC (Christopher and Laura Hines) for their pavilion and associated site work (extension from 06/16/2025 to 12/16/2025). Both motions carried on recorded “Aye” voice votes.
The board reviewed a DEC jurisdiction response for the Bock & Shifler application. Staff reported DEC asked the applicants to shift an accessory structure roughly 10–13 feet from the originally proposed location. Staff recommended the change be treated as a de‑minimis field change and that the applicant submit updated plans reflecting the DEC request; the board agreed to take the item up again in two weeks for final consideration.
The planning board also reviewed sign referrals. For an equipment rental/sales applicant seeking a two‑sided freestanding sign, staff asked the board to confirm there were no additional façade or window signs that would change total signage area and to note that LED illumination had been discussed previously and was not currently proposed. For an oral surgeon tenant in a redevelopment project, staff said the proposed 2x3 ft double‑sided sign (12 sq ft total) complies with size and lettering rules but noted the applicant proposed vinyl sleeves and PVC caps; board members asked the sign applicant to confirm materials because the sign design standards list wood, metal or cementitious materials as permitted. The board recommended holding further action on the oral surgeon sign until staff can confirm the final materials and until the applicant is further along in building/site work.
These administrative approvals and referrals were procedural and did not require additional public hearings at this meeting.