If my building permit is denied because Planning Board approval is necessary, how should I proceed?

The five member Planning Board meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm at Village Hall and invites applicants to attend this meeting to provide a general introduction to their project. It is not necessary to have an appointment or to provide detailed drawings or designs at this initial meeting. The meeting will provide an opportunity for the board to inform applicants of required submissions and to arrange for a workshop meeting to review their project in greater detail. Additionally, the checklist provided in the Village of Cold Spring Zoning Code Section134-27C (5) a & b is helpful in determining items that are useful for planning review. In order to comply with New York State regulations, certain applications/ activities require an environmental impact assessment by the Planning Board. To obtain additional information about this process (SEQR) or for environmental assessment forms please visit the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website. If an applicant is not the owner of the property in question, then a letter authorizing the applicant to make an application to the Planning Board must be submitted. For certain projects, the Planning Board will utilize the services of a consultant, such as an engineer or attorney. The cost of these services is covered by the applicant, and the Planning Board will notify applicants to establish an escrow account with the Village Treasurer to pay for consultant services.