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North Andover Health department
Community Development Division
May 21, 2012
Vladimir Nemchenok
Merrimack Engineering Services
66 Park Street
Andover, MA 01810
Re:Subsurface Sewage Disposal System Plan for 130 Marian Drive Map 1070 Lot 53
Dear Mr.Nemchenok:
The proposed wastewater system design plan for the above site dated April 17, 2012 has been
reviewed. Unfortunately, the plan cannot be approved until the following items are corrected.
The specific section in Title 5: 310 CMR 15.000, or North Andover regulation that is not met by
this design follows each item where applicable.
1. A Local Upgrade Approval for only having one test pit in the soil absorption system area
must be requested or move the proposed SAS to incorporate both test pits, or dig a new
test pit so two test pits are within the proposed SAS. (3 10 CMR 15.405(1)(k)).
2. An interpolated water-table will not be necessary when both test pits are shown within
the SAS.
3. It appears that the bottom of the septic tank may be below the ESHWT. Please determine
the ESHWT elevation in the proposed tank location and provide buoyancy calculations if
required (3 10 CMR 15.221(8)).
4. Grading over the septic tank is unclear. The profile shows adding fill over the tank,but
only scales to have 6" of cover; please clarify.
5. The note in the site plan calls for the Infiltrators to be"LP" but the detail call for
standard; please clarify
6. Sheet 1 is said to be "1 of 1", but there are two sheets,please change to "1 of 2".
7. A catch basin was noted on the soil notes from the witness. Please put the catch basin on
the site plan and dimension to the proposed SAS
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North Andover Health Department, 1600 Osgood Street, Building 20, Suite 2-36,
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
130 Marian Drive May 21, 2012
8. Please sign the soil evaluator note on sheet 2.
9. Note 15 states there are wetlands within 70' of the proposed system, but none are shown
on the site plan;please remove or clarify.
Please feel free to contact the office with any questions you may have. We look forward to
working with you to obtain a wastewater treatment and dispersal system which will be in
compliance with all regulations and assure protection of public health and the environment of
North Andover.
Sincer
S'4san Y. Sawyer, REHS/
Public Hea th Director
cc: File
Nicholas Denitto, Homeowner
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North Andover Health Department, 1600 Osgood Street, Building 20, Suite 2-36,
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
lowMERRIMACK ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC.
1 PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS 9 LAND SURVEYORS PLANNERS
66 PARK STREET- ANDOVER,MA 01810 a (978)475-3555,373-5721 • FAX(978)475-1448 . E-MAIL info @merrimackengineering.com
May 30, 2012
Susan Sawyer
Public Health Director ......
1600 Osgood Street
Building 20, Suite 2-36 d
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North.Andover, MA 01845
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RE: 1.30 Marian Drive i "i"�,° g ,,' `j r
Dear Ms. Sawyer,
We are in receipt of your review Letter for the above referenced site dated 5-21-12.
We have revised the plans in response to items 1,2,4,5,6,7,8,& 9 of your letter.
With regard to item 3, no testing has been completed in the area of the proposed tank to
give the reviewer any reasonable assumption as to the water table is in that area. It was
evidenced in the field that that area of the site was likely filled or raised to some extent
when the house was originally constructed. Additionally,the existing tank is in the same
location and has no history of floating and the new tank is being installed at a higher
elevation so it is reasonable to assume that the proposed tank will not float.
With regard to items 1 & 2,we are requesting an LUA for only one test hole. If the
system was designed over both test pits, its would be oriented perpendicular to the slope
rather than parallel to the slope (as recommended by Title 5) which would result in a far
less practical and feasible design resulting in greater fill, a larger area of grading &
construction and significant increased cost to the owner.
Enclosed herewith is a completed copy of a Form 9A, Application for Local Upgrade
Approval.
We feel the plans as revised, meet the requirements of Title 5 and the North Andover
Board of Health Regulations and respectfully request that they be approved as re-
submitted.
Yours truly,
William Dufresne
MERRIMACK ENGINEERING SERVICES
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North Andover Health Department
Community Development Division
June 15, 2012
Nicholas Denitto
13 0 Marian Drive
North Andover, MA 01845
RE: Subsurface Sewage Disposal System Plan for 130 Marian Drive,North Andover,
Massachusetts Map 107C Lot 53
Dear Mr. Denitto,
The North Andover Board of Health has completed the review of the septic system design plans,
for the above referenced property, submitted on your behalf by Merrimack Engineering Services,
Inc. dated April 17, 2012, last revised on May 29, 2012 and received June 5, 2012. The design
has been approved for use in the construction of a replacement onsite septic system for a 5-
bedroom design. This plan is generally good for 3-years from the date of approval however as
this is for a repair system this is reduced to 2- years.
During this time, a licensed septic system installer must obtain a permit and complete this work,
and a Certificate of Compliance be endorsed by the installer, designer and the Town of North
Andover. In the event an imminent health problem such as sewage backup into the dwelling is
occurring,the North Andover Board of Health may reduce the time period for which this plan is
valid.
The following local upgrades have been approved.
1. To allow the use of a single deep hole in the leaching area rather than the two required.
This approval is also subject to the following conditions:
I. Please keep the attached DEP Form 9b for your records
2. If site conditions are found in the field to be different from those indicated on the
design plan and/or soil evaluation,the originally issued Disposal System Construction
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North Andover Health Department, 1600 Osgood Street, Building 20, Suite 2-36,
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
130 Marian Drive June 15, 2012
Permit is void, installation shall stop, and the applicant shall reapply for a new
Disposal Systems Construction Permit(3 10 CMR 15.020(1)).
3. It is the responsibility of the applicant and/or the applicant's septic system designer,
septic system installer or other representative to ensure that all other state and
municipal requirements are met. These may include review by the Conservation
Commission, Zoning Board, Planning Board, Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector
and/or Electrical Inspector. The issuance of a Disposal System Construction Permit
shall not construe and/or imply compliance with any of the aforementioned
requirements.
Your effort to provide a properly functioning septic system for your dwelling is greatly
appreciated. The Health Department may be reached at 978-688-9540 with any questions you
might have.
Sincerely,
Susan Y. Sawyer, R
Public Health Director
cc: Vladimir Nemchenok
file
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North Andover Health Department, 1600 Osgood Street, Building 20, Suite 2-36,
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of
a
o Local Upgrade Approval
Form 913
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DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health if they choose to do so.
The Local Upgrade Approval is to be completed by the local Board of Health and a signed copy provided
to the system owner.
A. Facility Information
Important:When
filling out forms 1. Facility Name and Address
on the computer,
use only the tab Nicholas Denitto
key to move your Name
cursor-do not 130 Marian Drive
use the return Street Address
key.
North Andover MA 01845
,Q City/Town State Zip Code
2. Owner Name and Address(if different from above):
Name Street Address
City/Town State
Zip Code Telephone Number
3. Type of Facility (check all that apply):
x Residential ❑ Institutional ❑ Commercial ❑ School
4. Design flow per 310 CMR 15.203: 440
gpd
5. System Designer: Vladimir Nemchenok x PE ❑RS
Name
66 Park St Andover MA 01810
Address City/Town State,ZIP
B. Approval
1. Local Upgrade Approval is granted for:
❑ Reduction in setback(s)—specify:
❑ Reduction in SAS area of up to 25%: SAS size,sq.ft. %reduction
130 Marian Drive Local Upgrade Approval* Page 1 of 2
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of
Local Upgrade Approval
Form 9B
4M
B. Approval (continued)
❑ Reduction in separation between the SAS and high groundwater:
Separation reduction ft
Percolation rate min./inch
Depth to groundwater ft
❑ Relocation of water supply well (explain):
❑ Reduction of 12-inch separation between inlet and outlet tees and high groundwater
x Use of only one deep hole in proposed disposal area
❑ Use of a sieve analysis as a substitute for a perc test
List local variances granted not requiring DEP approval per 310 CMR 15.412(4):
List variances granted requiring DEP approval:
North Andover Health Dept
Approving Authority
Susan Sawyer June 15, 2012
Print or Type Name and Title ignature Date
130 Marian Drive Local Upgrade Approval* Page 2 of 2
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
a
J' = Form 9A — Application for Local Upgrade Approval
�A DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
Form 9A is to be submitted to the Local Board of Health for the upgrade of a failed or nonconforming
septic system with a design flow of less than 10,000 gpd, where full compliance, as defined in 310 CMR
15.404(1), is not feasible.
System upgrades that cannot be performed in accordance with 310 CMR 15.404 and 15.405, or in full
compliance with the requirements of 310 CMR 15.000, require a variance pursuant to 310 CMR 15.410
through 15.415.
NOTE: Local upgrade approval shall not be granted for an upgrade proposal that includes the addition of
a new design flow to a cesspool or privy, or the addition of a new design flow above the existing approved
capacity of an on-site system constructed in accordance wl 1� either tf�e�1;978Co e or 310 CMR 15.000.
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A. Facility Information
ii
Important:
1. Facility Name and Address: ��� " �'`�` +�
When filling out Y
forms on the
computer,use Nicholas Denitto Residence
only the tab key Name
to move your 130 Marian Drive
cursor-do not Street Address
use the return
key. North Andover MA 01845
City/Town State Zip Code
IL�I
2. Owner Name and Address(if different from above):
SAME
Senn Name Street Address
City/Town State
Zip Code Telephone Number
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3. Type of Facility(check all that apply):
® Residential ❑ Institutional ❑ Commercial ❑ School
4. Describe Facility:
4 Bedroom House
5. Type of Existing System:
❑ Privy ❑ Cesspool(s) ® Conventional ❑ Other(describe below):
6. Type of soil absorption system (trenches, chambers, leach field, pits, etc):
Unknown
LUA FORM t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval* Page 1 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
Form 9A ® Application for Local Upgrade
°M DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
A. Facility Information (continued)
7. Design Flow per 310 CMR 15.203:
Design flow of existing system: Unknown
gpd
Design flow of proposed upgraded system 440
gpd
Design flow of facility: 440
9Pd
B. Proposed Upgrade of System
1. Proposed upgrade is(check one):
® Voluntary ❑ Required by order, letter, etc. (attach copy)
❑ Required following inspection pursuant to 310 CMR 15.301: date of inspection
2. Describe the proposed upgrade to the system:
Total Replacement(see plan)
3. Local Upgrade Approval is requested for(check all that apply):
❑ Reduction in setback(s)—describe reductions:
❑ Reduction in SAS area of up to 25%: SAS size,sq.ft. %reduction
❑ Reduction in separation between the SAS and high groundwater.
Separation reduction ft
Percolation rate min./inch
Depth to groundwater ft
LUA FORM t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval* Page 2 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
Form 9A ® Application for Local Upgrade Approval
^M DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
B. Proposed Upgrade of System (continued)
❑ Relocation of water supply well (explain);
❑ Reduction of 12-inch separation between inlet and outlet tees and high groundwater
® Use of only one deep hole in proposed disposal area
❑ Use of a sieve analysis as a substitute for a perc test
❑ Other requirements of 310 CMR 15.000 that cannot be met—describe and specify sections of the
Code:
If the proposed upgrade involves a reduction in the required separation between the bottom of the soil
absorption system and the high groundwater elevation, an Approved Soil Evaluator must determine the
high groundwater elevation pursuant to 310 CMR 15.405(1)(h)(1). The soil evaluatormustbe a
member or agent of the local approving authority.
High groundwater evaluation determined by:
Evaluator's Name(type or print) Signature Date of evaluation
C. Explanation
Explain why full compliance, as defined in 310 CMR 15.404(1), is not feasible. (Each section must be
completed)
1. An upgraded system in full compliance with 310 CMR 15.000 is not feasible:
NA
2. An alternative system approved pursuant to 310 CMR 15.283 to 15.288 is not feasible:
NA
LUA FORM t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval*Page 3 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
R Form 9A — Application for Local Upgrade Approval
a
DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
C. Explanation (continued)
3. A shared system is not feasible:
NA
4. Connection to a public sewer is not feasible:
None Available
5. The Application for Local Upgrade Approval must be accompanied by all of the following (check the
appropriate boxes):
❑ Application for Disposal System Construction Permit
® Complete plans and specifications
® Site evaluation forms
❑ A list of abutters affected by reduced setbacks to private water supply wells or property lines.
Provide proof that affected abutters have been notified pursuant to 310 CMR 15.405(2).
❑ Other(List):
D. Certification
"l,the facility owner, certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, are true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there may be significant
consequences for submitting false information, including, but not limited to, penalties or fine and/or
imprisonment for deliberate violations."
A
5-29-12
F i ity Owner's Signatu Date
Nicholas Denitto
Print Name
Bill Dufresne/Merrimack Engineering 5-29-12
Name of Preparer Date
66 Park Street Andover
Preparer's address City/Town
MA/01810 (978)475-3555 x-20
State/ZIP Code Telephone
LUA FORM t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval, Page 4 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
_- - r
Application r 1 1
DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
Form 9A is to be submitted to the Local Board of Health for the upgrade of a failed or nonconforming
septic system with a design flow of less than 10,000 gpd, where full compliance, as defined in 310 CMR
15.404(1), is not feasible.
System upgrades that cannot be performed in accordance with 310 CMR 15.404 and 15.405, or in full
compliance with the requirements of 310 CMR 15.000, require a variance pursuant to 310 CMR 15.410
through 15.415.
NOTE: Local upgrade approval shall not be granted for an upgrade proposal that includes the addition of
a new design flow to a cesspool or privy, or the addition of a new design flow above the existing approved
capacity of an on-site system constructed in accordance wt elfher ts � 73`Cle or 310 CMR 15.000.
A. Facility Information
41
Important:
When filling out 1. Facility Name and Address:
forms on the f f f)L i �
computer, use Nicholas Denitto Residence
only the tab key Name
to move your 130 Marian Drive
cursor-do not ------
— ----------- -----
use the return Street Address
key. North Andover MA 01845
City/Town State Zip Code
1/I rzb
2. Owner Name and Address (if different from above):
SAME
Name Street Address
-- - - --- --- ------
City/Town State
Zip Code Telephone Number
3. Type of Facility (check all that apply):
® Residential ❑ Institutional ❑ Commercial ❑ School
4. Describe Facility:
4 Bedroom House
5. Type of Existing System:
❑ Privy ❑ Cesspool(s) ® Conventional ❑ Other(describe below):
6. Type of soil absorption system (trenches, chambers, leach field, pits, etc):
Unknown
LUA FORM t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval8 Page 1 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
Form li inr Local Upgrade Approval
DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
A. Facility Information (continued)
7. Design Flow per 310 CMR 15.203:
Design flow of existing system: Unknown
gpd
Design flow of proposed upgraded system 440
gpd
Design flow of facility: 440
gpd
B. Proposed Upgrade of System
1. Proposed upgrade is (check one):
® Voluntary ❑ Required by order, letter, etc. (attach copy)
❑ Required following inspection pursuant to 310 CMR 15.301: date of inspection
2. Describe the proposed upgrade to the system:
Total Replacement(see plan)
3. Local Upgrade Approval is requested for(check all that apply):
❑ Reduction in setback(s)—describe reductions:
❑ Reduction in SAS area of up to 25%: SAS size,sq.ft. %reduction
❑ Reduction in separation between the SAS and high groundwater:
Separation reduction
ft.
Percolation rate min./inch
Depth to groundwater ft
LUA FORM t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval* Page 2 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
Form 9 ® Application for Local Upgrade Approval
�^M DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
B. Proposed Upgrade of System (continued)
❑ Relocation of water supply well (explain):
❑ Reduction of 12-inch separation between inlet and outlet tees and high groundwater
® Use of only one deep hole in proposed disposal area
❑ Use of a sieve analysis as a substitute for a perc test
❑ Other requirements of 310 CMR 15.000 that cannot be met—describe and specify sections of the
Code:
If the proposed upgrade involves a reduction in the required separation between the bottom of the soil
absorption system and the high groundwater elevation, an Approved Soil Evaluator must determine the
high groundwater elevation pursuant to 310 CMR 15.405(1)(h)(1). The soil evaluatormust be a
member or agent of the local approving authority.
High groundwater evaluation determined by:
Evaluator's Name(type or print) Signature Date of evaluation
C. Explanation
Explain why full compliance, as defined in 310 CMR 15.404(1), is not feasible. (Each section must be
completed)
1. An upgraded system in full compliance with 310 CMR 15.000 is not feasible:
NA
2. An alternative system approved pursuant to 310 CMR 15.283 to 15.288 is not feasible:
NA
LUA FORM t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval* Page 3 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
a
Form Application for Local Upgrade Approval
q DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
C. Explanation (continued)
3. A shared system is not feasible:
NA
4. Connection to a public sewer is not feasible:
None Available
5. The Application for Local Upgrade Approval must be accompanied by all of the following (check the
appropriate boxes):
❑ Application for Disposal System Construction Permit
® Complete plans and specifications
® Site evaluation forms
❑ A list of abutters affected by reduced setbacks to private water supply wells or property lines.
Provide proof that affected abutters have been notified pursuant to 310 CMR 15.405(2).
❑ Other(List):
D. Certification
"I, the facility owner, certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, are true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there may be significant
consequences for submitting false information, including, but not limited to, penalties or fine and/or
imprisonment for deliberate violations."
5-29-12
F i ity Owner's Signatu Date
Nicholas Denitto
Print Name
Bill Dufresne/Merrimack Engineering 5-29-12
Name of Preparer Date
66 Park Street Andover
Preparer's address City/Town
MA/01810 (978)475-3555 x-20
State/ZIP Code Telephone
LUA FORM t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval* Page 4 of 4