Planning Board – August 2025
CLERMONT PLANNING BOARD August 13, 2025
The Clermont Planning Board held its regular meeting on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 7:30pm at the Town Hall. Those in attendance were Larry Saulpaugh, Mary Howard, Jesse Cutaia, Nathan Hempel, and Jennifer Phillips. Attorney Matthew Griesemer was also in attendance.
After review of the July 9, 2025 minutes, motion was made by Jennifer Phillips, seconded by Jesse Cutaia, to approve the minutes with corrections. All in favor. So carried.
Raymond Tousey, The Tin Barn, 1783 State Route 9, came before the Board regarding a complaint received by Code Enforcement Officer, Eli Fieser, about activities at The Tin Barn. After appearing before Judge Banks, Ray was directed to speak with the Planning Board, which had previously approved the site plan application for The Tin Barn to be an event venue. Larry Saulpaugh asked what type of events were being held at The Tin Barn. Ray Tousey replied parties and dance parties. Jennifer Phillips pointed out the original plan stated the events were going to be weddings, reunions, and community events. A license has been applied for with New York State, allowing alcohol beverages to be sold. The Board questioned what the violation is per Eli Fieser since a specific violation was not listed in the letter Ray Tousey received regarding the complaint. The Planning Board will communicate with Eli Fieser, to question the violation of the original approval of the permitted events.
Nancy Baker Cahill, 166 Moore Road, Tax Map ID #191.1-1-28, represented by Hudson River Solar, regarding ground mount solar panels. Following review of the application, motion was made by Jesse Cutaia, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to accept the application as presented. Following additional discussion, motion was made by Jesse Cutaia, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to waive the Public Hearing and complete the SEQRA. All in favor. So carried. Mary Howard read SEQRA, with a motion made by Jesse Cutaia, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to declare a negative impact. All in favor. SO carried. Motion was made by Mary Howard, seconded by Nathan Hempel, to approve the application for the