Referral Process Basics: UCPB Recommendations and Local Approving Board Requirements

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Table 5: Recommendations of the Ulster County Planning Board
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Table 5 summarizes the types of recommendations issued by the UCPB and their impacts.

Table 5: Recommendations of the Ulster County Planning Board
Recommendation Explanation Vote Impact on Referring Body
No County Impact The matter is primarily of local concern and involves no countywide or inter-municipal issues or concerns. None—Simple Majority Vote
Advisory Comments
(Within 500')
County-wide concerns are not raised. Comments are provided for guidance and technical assistance. None—Simple Majority Vote
Advisory Comments
(Outside 500')
The UCPB can only make advisory comments on these referrals. Comments will reflect the UCPB’s concerns and recommendations. None—Simple Majority Vote
Approve The matter is consistent with all the goals and objectives of the County Land Use Plan and provides a clear betterment for the community. None—Simple Majority Vote
Required Modifications The matter contains some significant aspects that are in conflict with County Planning Board policy, County land use plans, state enabling legislation, or local plans. These aspects can be addressed by imposing certain conditions or by altering the proposal.
None—Simple Majority Vote is required to approve this recommendation if followed.
A Majority Plus One is required should the referring board take an action contrary to this recommendation.
Disapprove The matter will have a significant county-wide or inter-community impact and is in direct conflict with the goals and policies of the Board, the local comprehensive plan, or sound planning principals.
None—Simple Majority Vote is required to approve this recommendation if followed.
A Majority Plus One is required should the referring board take an action contrary to this recommendation.
Incomplete Local Boards must submit "full statement" materials. No action may be taken. This response is reserved for submittals that do not contain the necessary "full statement" materials. Sent back and await re-referral.

UCPB Referral Process Flowchart