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LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
DATE: $-6-96
ATTN: North Andover Planning Board
RE: L-Cam
1755 Osgood Street
North Andover, MA 01845
TO: North Andover Planning Board
146 Main Street
North Andover, MA 01845
WE ARE SENDING YOU x Attached _ Under seperate cover
COPIES DATE NO. DESCRIPTION
1 ENF Form
THESE ARE TRANSMITTED as checked below:
For Approval For Your Use As Requested
For Your Information For review/comment
For Bids Due:
REMARKS:
This ENF Form is forwarded to you in accordence with MEPA requirements. Please contact
this office or the office of Christiansen & Sergi if there are any concerns. Thank you.
SIGNED: Stephen E. Foster, V.P.
BUILDER BUTLER
ENVIRONMENTAL NOTIFICATI®N FORM
I. SUMMARY
A. Project Identification
1. Project Name Beechwood Hill
Address/Location 1045 Qsgood Street , _
City/Town North Andover , MA Q1849
'2. Project Proponent Alfred F R Jean A M C'ontari n
Address 1755 n.egnnd Rtreot TNe, An4aveF, NA-
3. Est. Commencement Fall 1996 . Est. Completion Rpring 1 066
Approx. Cost $2_T`7S d 00, Status of Project Design 100 % Complete.
4. Amount(if any)of bordering vegetated wetlands,salt marsh,or tidelands to be dredged,
filled, removed, or altered (other than by receipt of runoff)as a result of the project.
none acres none square feet.
5. This project is categorically included and therefore requires preparation of an EIR.
Yes No X ?
B. Narrative Project Description
Describe project and site.
Industrial Subdivision located at east side of Mass State Highway, Rte 125
approximately 4mile north of Holt Road intersection, consisting of a 600`
approved access road, three (3) industrial subdivision lots totalling
10.5± acres, two existing and two proposed business/industrial buildings
located on Lots 3, 2 and 1 respectively.
The proposed road improvements are located at an existing driveway
Presently serving lot 43 and adjacent lot to the north of same road.
There is no impact to any wetlands. Existing drainage infrastructure servicing
lot #3 and the adjacent lot to the north to be improved to municipal standards.
Lots 1 and 2 shall have drainage systems installed to mitigate a 100 year
storm runnoff on each lot.
Copies of the complete ENF may be obtained from (proponent or agent):
Name: Philip Christiansen Firm/Agency: Christiansen & Sergi
Address: 160 Summer St. , Haverhill, MA Phone No. 508-373-031n
1086 THIS IS AN IMPORTANT NOTICE. COMMENT PERIOD IS LIMITED.
For Information, call (617) 727-5830
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C. List the State or Federal agencies from which permits or other actions have been/will be sought:
Agency Name Permit Date filed;file no.
Ma Highway Dept. Curb Cut Permit After MEPA Approval
D. List any government agencies or programs from which the proponent will seek financial assistance
for this project:
Agency Name Funding Amount
NONE
E. Areas of potential impact (complete Sections II and III first,before completing this section).
1. Check all areas in which,in the proponent's judgment,an impact of this project may occur.Positive
impacts,as well as adverse impacts,may be indicated.
Construction Long Term
Impacts Impacts
Inland Wetlands................................... siltation none
Coastal Wetlands/Beaches........................ - x
Tidelands........................................... -
Traffic..............................................
Eqt. Operations x
Open Space/Recreation........................... x
Historical/Archaeological............. . .........
Fisheries/Wildlife........... . .......... ........ x x
Vegetation/Trees................................ .. x x
Agricultural Lands.................................
' Water Pollution....................................
Water Supply/Use................................. _
Solid Waste.........................................
Hazardous Materials..............................
AirPollution........................................
Noise............................................... -
Wind/Shadow......................................
Aesthetics........................................ ..
Growth Impacts....... .......................... .. x
Community/Housing and the x _
Built Environment............................... _
Other(Specify)
2. List the alternatives which have been considered.
- Amount of tree removal minimized and perimeter buffer zones provided
- Areas of development not located in proximity of wetlands
- "Looping" of municipal water system provided so as to allow for improved water
supply at subdivision.
- On site subsurface sewer disposal systems at each lot
- Improved "curb cut" access onto Route 125.
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F. Has this project been filed with EOEA before? No X Yes EOEA No.
G. WETLANDS AND WATERWAYS
1. Will an Order of Conditions under the Wetlands Protection Act(c.131s.40) or a License under
the Waterways Act(c.91) be required?
Yes No X Request for Determination filed with No Andover Conservation)
2. Has a local Order of Conditions been:
a. issued? Date of issuance N/A ; DEQE File No. _NIA—.
b. appealed? Yes ; No N/A
3. Will a variance from the Wetlands or Waterways Regulations be required? Yes ;
No X
Il. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
A. Map; site plan. Include an original 8'/y x 11 inch or larger section of the most recent U.S.G.S.
7.5 minute series scale topographic map with the project area location and boundaries clearly
shown. If available,attach a site plan of the proposed project.
See attached USGS locus map and Site Plan
B. State total area of project: 10.5 acres.
Estimate the number of acres (to the nearest 1/10 acre) directly affected that are currently:
1.Developed .............. 2.7 acres 6.Tidelands ................ 0 acres
2. Open Space/ 7.3 7.Productive Resources 0
Woodlands/Recreation. .6 acres Agriculture ... .......... acres
3.Wetlands .. .. .... ....... 0 acres Forestry ................ 0 acres
4. Floodplain . ...... ....... acres 8. Other ................... 0 acres
5. Coastal Area ............ acres
C. Provide the following dimensions, if applicable:
Existing Increase Total
Length in miles ......................................... 0. 1 0 0.1
Number of Housing Units ............................. 0 0 0
Number of Stories ......... ........ .................... 2 0 2
Gross Floor Area in square feet 15,000 47,400 62,400
Number of parking spaces . ............................ � 240 156
Total of Daily vehicle trips to and from site 240 360
(Total Trip Ends) ............... ... ..................
Estimated Average Daily Traffic on road(s) 20 2-6, 7 v
serving site ................ ........... .............. ,� `f
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D. TRAFFIC PLAN. If the proposed project will require any permit for access to local roads or
state highways, attach a sketch showing the location and layout of the proposed driveway(s).
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III. ASSESSMENT OF POTENTIAL ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
Instructions: Explain direct and indirect adverse impacts, including those arising from general
construction and operations. For every answer explain why significant adverse impact is
considered likely or unlikely to result.Positive impact may also be listed and explained.
Also, state the source of information or other basis for the answers supplied. Such
environmental information should be acquired at least in part by field inspection.
A. Open Space and Recreation
1. Might the project affect the condition, use, or access to any open space and/or recreation
area?
Explanation and Source:
Presently forested land is zoned for industrial use and abuts a designated
"open space." It will not effect its use.
2.Is the project site within 500 feet of any public open space,recreation,or conservation land?
Explanation and Source: YES, refer to #1 above.
B. Historic and Archaeological Resources
1. Might any site or structure of-historic significance be affected by the project? (Prior
consultation with Massachusetts Historical Commission is advised.) NO
Explanation and Source:
N/A
2. Might any archaeological site be affected by the project? (Prior consultation with
Massachusetts Historical Commission.is advised.) NO
Explanation and Source:
C. Ecological Effects
1.Might the project significantly affect fisheries or wildlife, especially any rare or endangered
species? (Prior consultation with the Massachusetts Natural Heritage Program is advised).
Explanation and Source: NO See attached map. The site is not
included in a rare or endangered species area.
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2. Might the project significantly affect vegetation, especially any rare or endangered species
of plant? (Prior consultation with the Massachusetts Natural Heritage Program is advised.)
(Estimate approximate number of mature trees to be removed: )
Explanation and Source:
The project will not effect rare on endangered species of plants.
See attached map.
3.Agricultural Land.Has any portion of the site been in agricultural use within the last 15 years?
If yes, specify use and acreage. NO
Explanation and Source:
D. Water Quality and Quantity
1.Might the project result in significant changes in drainage patterns? NO
Explanation and Source:
2.Might the project result in the introduction of any pollutants,including sediments,into marine
waters,surface fresh waters or ground water? NO
Explanation and Source:
No permanent effects. During construction, potential siltation of
adjacent wetlands to be precluded by installation of siltation control
devices.
3. Does the project involve any dredging? No X Yes Volume . If 10,000
cy or more, attach completed Standard Application Form for Water Quality Certification,
Part I (314 CM8 9.02(3),9.90, DEQE Division of Water Pollution Control).
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4. Will any part of the project be located in flowed or filled tidelands, Great Ponds, or other
waterways? (Prior consultation with the DEQE and CZM is advised.) NO
Explanation and Source:
5.Will the project generate or convey sanitary sewage? No Yes X
If Yes, Quantity: 1000 gallons per day
Disposal by: (a) Onsite septic systems .......................... Yes X No
(b) Public sewerage systems (location; average and peak daily flows to
treatment works) .................................. Yes No X
•Explanation and Source:
Source of sewage from existing and proposed industrial uses, Domestic.
sewage disposal only, no hazardous waste disposal.
6. Might the project result in an increase in paved or impervious surface over a sole source
aquifer or an aquifer recognized as an important present or future source of water supply? NO
Explanation and Source:
The site is not considered to be a potential future water source.
7.Is the project in the watershed of any surface water body used as a drinking water supply? NO
Explanation and Source:
The project .is in the drainage area of the Merrimack River and the
River is not used below the site for water supply.
8.Are there any public or private drinking water wells within a 1/2-mile radius of the proposed
project?
Explanation and Source:
Abutting neighbore of Arlit and Barker with private wells.
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9. Does the operation of the project result in any increased consumption of water? YES
Approximate consumption 1000 gallons per day.Likely water source(s)
Explanation and Source:
North Andover MA municipal water system (Lake Cochichewick)
E. Solid Waste and Hazardous Materials
1. Estimate types and approximate amounts of waste materials generated, e.g., industrial,
domestic, hospital, sewage sludge, construction debris from demolished structures. How/
where will such waste be disposed of?
Explanation and Source:
All construction debris removed from site to legal disposal area. Septage
removal by licensed vendors to treatment facilities. All industrial wastes
disposed offsite (dumpsters) . Hazardouswaste (if generated) disposed at offsite
area by licensed haulers.
2. Might the project involve the generation, use, transportation, storage,-release, or disposal
of potentially hazardous materials? NO
Explanation and Source:
All existing proposed uses are "clean" industries. .
3. Has the site previously been used for the use, generation,transportation, storage, release,
or disposal of potentially hazardous materials? NO
Explanation and Source:
F. Energy Use and Air Quality
1. Will space heating be provided for the project? If so, describe the type, energy source, and
approximate energy consumption.
Explanation and Source: YES
Proposed HVAC systems to consist of natural gas fired heating/electronically
cooled.
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2.Will the project require process heat or steam?If so, describe the proposed system,the fuel
type,and approximate fuel usage. NO
Explanation and Source:
3. Does the project include industrial processes that will release air contaminants to the
atmosphere?If so,.describe the process(type, material released, and quantity released).
Explanation and Source: NO
4.Are there any other sources of air contamination associated with the project(e.g.automobile
traffic,aircraft traffic,volatile organic compound storage, construction dust)?
Explanation and Source: Construction dust to be controlled by frequent watering of
gravelled surfaces. Automobile traffic will generate some
air pollution.
5.Are there any sensitive receptors (e.g. hospitals, schools, residential areas)which would-be
affected by air contamination caused by the project?
Explanation and Source: All existing ands propsed 'clean industrial uses are
non-polluting/non offensive.
There are not any sensitive receptors nearby.
G. Noise
1.Might.the project result in the generation of noise?
(Include any source of noise during construction or operation, e.g., engine exhaust, pile
driving,traffic.)
Explanation and Source: - Normal noise generation from the periodic operation of earth
moving equipment;. can be expected during the daytime hours
for approximately three (3) months.
All HVAC equipment is located so as to provide shielding/
baffling to any offsite locations.
Infrequent business trucking deliveries limited to 7AM
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2.Are there any sensitive receptors(e.g.,hospitals, schools, residential areas)which would be
affected by any noise caused by the project?
Explanation and Source:
- Residential zoned area abuts easterly property line.
- Wide (100') forested buffer zone, shielded HVAC equipment.
Additional plantings to be installed so as to mitigate any noises generated.
3.Is the project a sensitive receptor, sited in an area of significant ambient noise?
Explanation and Source: NO
H. Wind and Shadow
1.Might the project cause wind and shadow impacts on adjacent properties?
Explanation and Source: NO
I. Aesthetics
1. Are there any proposed structures which might be considered incompatible with existing
adjacent structures in the vicinity in terms of size, physical proportion and scale, or
significant differences in land use?
Explanation and Source: NO
2. Might the project impair visual access to waterfront or other scenic areas?
Explanation and Source: NO
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IV. CONSISTENCY WITH PRESENT PLANNING
Discuss consistency with current federal, state and local land use, transportation, open space,
recreation and environmental plans and policies. Consult with local or regional planning
authorities where appropriate.
Proposed industrial subdivision road has been approved by the North Andover
Planning Board.
V. FINDINGS AND CERTIFICATION
A. The public notice of environmental review has been/will be published in the following
newspaper(s): _
(NAME) Lawrence Eagle Tribune (Date) August 8, 1996
B. This form has been circulated to all agencies and persons as required by 301 CNM 11.24.
8/2/96 ' 8/2/gro
Date Sign re of Responsible Officer Date ature of person preparing
Project Proponent F (if different from above)
Alfred F. Contarino Philip G. CHristiansen
Name(print or type) Name(print_or type)
160 Summer St. , Haverhil
Address 1755 Osgood Street Address
North Andover, MA 01845
Telephone Number508-682-6936 Telephone Number 508 373 0310