HomeMy WebLinkAboutCorrespondence - 155 BOSTON STREET 5/3/2016 North Andover Health Department
Community and Economic Development Division
September 15, 2015
Stewart Allen
155 Boston Street
North Andover, MA 01845
Dear Mr. Allen,
Please be advised that you have been placed on the September 24, 2015 Board of Health agenda,
for the purpose of consideration of action to be taken for continued violation of the MA DEP
Environmental code. The subsurface disposal system at 155 Boston is in failure and has been
since the property was purchased in December of 2003.
The Health Department has been working with you for over a decade to have this system
repaired. You have engaged an engineer, there has been soil testing and two separate septic
designs completed and approved for installation at 155 Boston Road. This is a significant
investment by you.
As you are aware, the permit extension act allowed the septic plan approval for 155 Boston
Street to be extended to September 2015. Unfortunately, the system has not been installed to date
and the Board must determine if there is sufficient evidence to;
- issue of a monetary fine
- Require alteration of the onsite system to prohibit effluent from entering the leaching
area; such as requiring the placement of a high water alarm in your tank and plugging the
outlet of the tank itself, which would make it a "tight tank".
- take legal action
At the meeting on September 20', you will be given the opportunity to provide evidence or
explain such to the board to explain why you have not complied with the requirements of the
state code. The meeting commences at 7:00 and will be held at the North Andover Town Hall at
120 Main Street; 2"'Floor selectmen's conference room.
Sincerely,
Xc: File
1600 Osgood Street,Unit 2035,North Andover,Massachusetts 01845
Phone 978.688.9540 Fax 978.688.8476 Web www.townofnorthandover.com
Grant, Michele
From: Benjamin Osgood <beno @ttienv.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2015 12:55 PM
To: Grant, Michele; 'martin @avproworldwide.com'
Cc: Hadge, Lisa
Subject: RE: 155 Boston Street
Michele,
That is understood and is what I consider the as built will show.
ben
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Subject: RE: 155 Boston Street
Ili Ben,
You will also need to Shoot the elevations and confirm that it's to plan as well as consultation if any problems occur. In
others words, the project needs complete oversight.
Thank you
Michele E.Grant
Public Health Agent
Town of North Andover
1600 Osgood St I Suite 2035
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Grant, Michele
From: Dan Ottenheimer <dano @millriverconsulting.com>
Sent: Monday, November 23, 2015 4:47 PM
To: Grant, Michele
Subject: Property lines
Michele,
Section 220 of Title 5 specifies the contents of what must be on the design plan.
• Subsection 4 D calls for the depiction of the legal boundaries of the lot.
• Subsection 3 is the only part of Title 5 that I am aware of that speaks to needing a reference to a plan of
land prepared by a surveyor, and that is limited only to instances where a property line setback is being
requested.
hope the above helps.
Also, for what it is worth,there was a situation about 6 or 8 years ago like this for which the Town did hire us and our
surveyor to figure out the property boundaries. I am not sure there is a desire or the finances to make it happen again
in this instance, but I did want to apprise you of that fact.
Good luck.
Dan
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consulting
Daniel Ottenheimer, President
Mill River Consulting, Inc.
6 Sargent Street
Gloucester, MA 01930-2719
978-282-0014 x 802
www.millriverconsultin corn
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Member: Massachusetts Association of Onsite Wastewater Professionals, Massachusetts Environmental Health
Association, Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, New England Water Environment Association
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310 CMR: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
15,216, continued
(b) A Facility Aggregation Plan shall be deemed to be approved by the Department if,
within 60 days from a determination of administrative completeness,the Department has not,
in writing:
1, requested additional information from the applicant which may include,but is not
limited to, additional measures the Department deems appropriate to protect public
health,safety,welfare or the environment;or
2. granted a written approval,which may include any conditions the Department deems
appropriate to protect public health,safety,welfare or the environment;or
3. denied approval,
In the event the Department requests additional information from the applicant,a new
60 day constructive approval period shall commence upon receipt of the additional
information.
15.217: Systems with Enhanced Nitrogen Removal
(1) The nitrogen loading limitations established in 310 CMR 15,214 shall not apply to discharge
of an effluent meeting the federal Safe Drinking Water Act nitrate standard of 10 ppm through
either an approved alternative system or a treatment works with a groundwater discharge permit
issued pursuant to 314 CMR 5.00 and 6.00(groundwater discharge program),
(2) An increase in calculated allowable nutrient loading per acre may be allowed with the use
of a technology approved for enhanced nutrient removal pursuant to either the piloting,
provisional or general use certification provisions in 310 CMR 15.281 through 15,288 as
illustrated by the following example:
Recirculating Sand Filter 550 gpd/acre
In the event that the Department determines that a system approved for enhanced nutrient
removal using a technology approved by the Department on a piloting or provisional basis
pursuant to 310 CMR 15.285 and 15.286 respectively is not performing in accordance with the
Department's approval,the Department may require the system owner to instead use an enhanced
nutrient removal technology that has been certified for general use by the Department. The
increased design flow allowed reflects the nutrient removal performance of the approved
technology compared to a standard system otherwise described in 310 CMR 15,100 through
15.293. A system receiving a design flow credit for enhanced nutrient removal pursuant to 310
CMR 15,217 must still comply with the requirements of 310 CMR 15,100 through 15.293 with
respect to system siting and design; the credit does not affect any other siting or design
requirement,
15.220: Preparation of Plans and Specifications
The plans and specifications for every on-site system shall be prepared as follows:
(1) Every system shall be designed by a Massachusetts Registered Professional Engineer or a
Massachusetts Registered Sanitarian provided that such Sanitarian shall not design a system to
discharge more than 2,000 gallons per day pursuant to 310 CMR 15.203. Any other agent of
the owner may prepare plans for the repair of a system designed to discharge not more than
2,000 gallons per day pursuant to 310 CMR 15.203 provided they are reviewed by a
Massachusetts Registered Sanitarian or Massachusetts Registered Professional Engineer and
approved by the Approving Authority;
(2) Every plan submitted for approval must be dated and bear the stamp and signature of the
designer. At least one copy submitted shall bear the original stamp and signature of the designer,
(3) Every plan for a new system or plan for the upgrade or expansion of an existing system
which requires a variance to a property line setback distance,must also reference a plan which
bears the stamp and signature of a Massachusetts Licensed Land Surveyor in accordance with
M.G.L.c. 112;§ 81D;
4/21/06 310 CMR-516
310 CMR: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
15.220: continued
(4) Every plan for a system shall be of suitable scale(one inch=40 feet or fewer for plot plans
and one inch=20 feet or fewer for details of system components)and shall include depiction of:
(a) the legal boundaries of the facility to be served;
(b) the holder and location of any easements appurtenant to or which could impact the
system;
(c) the location of all dwelling(s)and building(s)existing and proposed on the facility and
identification of those to be served by the system;
(d) the location of existing or proposed impervious areas,including driveways and parking
areas;
(e) location and dimensions of the system(including reserve area);
(f) system design calculations,including design daily sewage flow, septic tank capacity
(required and provided); soil absorption system capacity (required and provided); and
whether system is designed for garbage grinder;
(g) North arrow and existing and proposed contours;
(h) location and log of deep observation hole tests including the date of test,existing grade
elevations marked on each test, and the names of the representative of the Approving
Authority and soil evaluator;
(i) location and results of percolation tests including the date of test and the names of the
representative of the Approving Authority and soil evaluator;
0) name and approval date of the Soil Evaluator of record;
(k) location of every water supply,public and private,
1. within 400 feet of the proposed system location in the case of surface water supplies
and gravel packed public water supply wells,
2. within 250 feet of the proposed system location in the case of tubular public water
supply wells,and
3. within 150 feet of the proposed system location in the case of private water supply
wells;
(1) any surface waters of the Commonwealth,Zone As,rivers,bordering vegetated wetlands,
salt marshes, inland or coastal banks, regulatory floodway, velocity zone, surface water
supplies,tributaries to surface water supplies,certified vernal pools,private water supplies
or suction lines,gravel packed or tubular public water supply wells,and subsurface drains
located up to 100 feet beyond the setback distances in 310 CMR 15.211,any leaching catch
basins and dry wells located up to 25 feet beyond the setback distances in 310,CMR 15211;
and the location of any nitrogen sensitive area identified in 310 CMR 15.215 within which
any portion of the facility or the proposed system is located as well as any nitrogen sensitive
area up to 100 feet beyond any property line of the facility.
(m) location of water lines and other subsurface utilities on the facility;
(n) observed and adjusted ground-water elevation in the vicinity of the system;
(o) a complete profile of the system;
(p) a note on the plan listing all variances to the provisions of 310 CMR 15.000 sought in
conjunction with the plan;
(q) the location and elevation of one benchmark within 50 to 75 feet of the system
components which is not subject to dislocation or loss during construction on the facility;
(r) when pressure distribution or dosing is proposed,complete design and specifications of
the distribution system proposed including but not limited to dosing chamber capacity
(required and provided),pump curves and specifications,number of dosing cycles and depth
per cycle;
(s) when a Recirculating Sand Filter or equivalent alternative technology is required or
proposed,a complete plan and specifications for the system,including a hydraulic profile;
(t) a locus plan to show the location of the facility including the nearest existing street;
(u) the street number and lot number,if any,and the tax map number and lot number,if any,
of the facility;and
(v) the materials of construction and the specifications of the system.
15,221: General Construction Requirements for All System Components
(1) All tanks,including septic tanks,distribution boxes,pump chambers,dosing chambers and
grease traps,shall be either:
(a) watertight through manufacturer's specification and warranty;or
(b) made watertight by the manufacturer,equipment supplier or installer using asphalt or
synthetic polymer sealer specified by the concrete or synthetic material manufacturer.
4/21/06 310 CMR-517
Grant, Michele
To: martin @avproworldwide.com
Subject: 155 Boston Street
Attachments: 201509151448. df• 201509151132. df � ? c
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Dear Mr. Alen
Attached, please find a letter indicating options for your septic System.The Board of Health Meeting takes on
September 24th, 2015 at the Town Hall on Main St. at 7:OOpm, on the second floor in the selectmen's room.
Also attached is a list of the Licensed Town Installers as well as list of the licensed Engineers.
Please, if you have any further questions, I can be reached at phone number below.
Many Thanks
Michele E. Grant
Public Health Agent
Town of North Andover
1600 Osgood St I Suite 2035
North Andover, MA 01845
Phone 978.688.9540
Fax 978.688.8476
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North Andover Health Department
fommunity Development Division
October 23, 2014
Stewart Allen
155 Boston Street
North Andover, MA 01845
Dear Mr. Allen,
The Health Department recently received complaints of odors within the vicinity of your
property. As you are aware, the permit extension act allowed the septic plan approval for 155
Boston Street to be extended to September 2015. This extension would not apply if it is found
that your system is causing any nuisance or hazard due to overflow of the system.
Your file shows that your system was pumped in October of 2013, and that it was "over full".
This information supports that you may be in active failure. Please have your tank pumped
immediately. It appears that this system will need continual monitoring and pumping. Please
submit an agreement between you and a septic pumper, noting that you will have it pumped
monthly or as needed.
It would be the preference of this office that you pursue the actual repair of the system rather
than spend finances on tank pumping, however the pumping will alleviate the environmental
hazard if one exists. If you have contracted with a licensed installer to get this system repaired,
please submit proof of when this installer is planning on doing the installation. I appreciate your
anticipated compliance; however, if voluntary pumping of your system does not occur, this
matter will be placed on the agenda of the Board of Health for discussion. The BOH could
consider requiring the placement of a high water alarm in your tank and plugging the outlet of
the tank itself, which would make it a"tight tank".
Sincerely,
Susan Y. Sawyer, REHS/RS
Public Health Director
Xc; File
1600 Osgood Street,Bldg 20 Unit 2035,North Andover,Massachusetts 01845
Phone 978.688.9540 Fox 978.688.8476 Web www.townofnorthandover.eom
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Ms. Saywer,
Thank you for your most recent correspondence regarding the septic system at the above
address. Your comments and instructions have been duly noted.
Attached find copy of the most recent receipt for pumping the system, for your files.
We have already spoken with the Soucy Company and are making arrangements to have
it pumped again within the next few weeks.
Thank you for your assistance with this matter.
Cordially,
Stewart J Allen.
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North Andover Wealth Department
Community Development Division
September 30, 2011
Martin Allen
155 Boston Street
North Andover, MA 01845
RE: Subsurface Sewage Disposal System Plan for 155 Boston Street,Man 107A, lot 226,
North Andover,Massachusetts
Dear Property Owner,
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 Richard Tangard, P.E., dated July
25, 2011, last revised September 19,2011. The design has been approved for use in the
construction of a replacement onsite septic system for a three -bedroom(seven room total)
design at 330 gallons per day. Generally this plan would be good for three (3)years from the
date of approval, however since this repair is the result of a Title V report failure,this system
must be completed within one (1)year.
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.Note that the 2011 septic season will close November 30, 2011. No permits will be given
out after November 15, 2011.
This includes the approval of local upgrades
1) This plan includes a local upgrade approval allowing a single test pit within the system
area rather than two test pits. Please retain the included form 9B for your records.
2) A reduction in offset distance between a foundation and a leach bed from 20 feet to 17
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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
155 Boston Street September 30, 2011
3) A reduction in offset distance between the bottom of the leach field and the water table
from 4 feet as required to 3 feet.
This approval is also subject to the following conditions:
1. 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
Permit is void, installation shall stop, and the applicant shall reapply for a new
Disposal Systems Construction Permit(3 10 CMR 15.020(1)).
2. 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.
Sincerej)
tlsan Y. Sawy , REH5f S
r Public Health' irector
cc: Richard Tangard, P.E.
file
encl: DEP form 9b
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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
Local Upgrade Approval
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Form 913
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 Martin Allen
key to move your Name
cursor-do not 155 Boston Street
use the return
key. Street Address
North Andover MA 01845
rQ 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):
® Residential ❑ Institutional ❑ Commercial ❑ School
4. Design flow per 310 CMR 15.203: 330
gpd
5. System Designer: Richard Tangard ® PE ❑ RS
Name
33 Pillings Pond Road Lynnfield MA 01941
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
155 Boston Street form 9b 9.28.11.doc•rev.7/06 Local Upgrade Approval, Page 1 of 2
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of
Local Upgrade Approval
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Form 913
B. Approval (continued)
❑ Reduction in separation between the SAS and high groundwater:
Separation reduction 1
ft.
Percolation rate min./inch
Depth to groundwater 3
ft.
❑ 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
List local variances granted not requiring DEP approval per 310 CMR 15.412(4):
To allow use of test pits over 2 years old.
List variances granted requiring DEP approval:
North Andover Health Dept
Approving Authority
Susan Sawyer, Health Dir. ,, 9/30/11
Print or Type Name and Title r` Sjgnature Date
155 Boston Street form 9b 9.28.11.doc•rev.7/06 Local Upgrade Approval, Page 2 of 2
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From: DelleChiaie. Pameka
Sent: Fhday, September 30. 2011 2:39 PyW
To: Sawyer, Susan
Subject: RE: 155 Boston
Hi Susan, �
Heidi told mc today that she went to the 1.55 Boston Street abc, and it was really inoist in the area heading into
the wetland but before the actual.wetland. She did not acocll any`^efflDcot" so she said itcould have been high
groundwater, but not[00q/o Sore. |DSt FY[ aG you were looking for her[cedbaClc. The file imio the septic drawer
if ou need� c� .
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Pammela De8eCliiaie
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From: Sawyer, Susan /
Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 20114:03 PIVI
To: DeUeChiaie, Pamela
Subject: 15S Boston
Just another note to you, from me about 155 Boston in case | h»rBeL
| have the draft approval letter ready and have the form 9b in progress. �
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Hopefully Heidi will say that the owner does not have to apply to Conservation or does not have to hire someone to �
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|f she says yes,to either of those,this project will end up dead again.
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From: Sawyer, Susan
Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 2:22 PM
To: 'rctang 100 @hotmail.com'
Cc: DelleChiaie, Pamela
Subject: RE: Septic- 155 Boston Street, North Andover, MA 01845 - Plan Review Disapproval
Hello Dick,
I received your revision.
1) 1 just spoke with Heidi, from Conservation, she had not spoken to you or gone to the property yet. She will drive
by tomorrow.
2) 1 may have found an error that was missed. It is riot a big one,just a number error. In the Design data box; septic
tank required 200%daily flow(440 gal should be 330 gal and total 880 would be 660) Let's wait to see what
conservation says before you bother changing and reprinting. I would hate to kill a tree for a single#change
when I could just change it with a pen.
(Otherwise it all looks good.
Thanks
Susan
From: DelleChiaie, Pamela
Sent: Friday, September 02, 20113:55 PM
To: 'rctang100 @hotmail.com'
Cc: Sawyer, Susan
Subject: Septic - 155 Boston Street, North Andover, MA 01845 - Plan Review Disapproval
Importance: High
Hello Mr.Tangard,
Attached.is a letter from Susan Sawyer regarding the Flan Review submission for a Septic System at 155 Boston
Street,North Andover, MA. The plan is disapproved at this time. Please address the outstanding items and
resubmit a revised plan at your earliest convenience for re-review. There is no charge for the revised.
submission. Thank you.
Feve R
Pamela DelleChiaie
Departmental Assistant I Community Development I Health Department
Town of North Andover
1600 Osgood Street I Bldg 20 1 Suite 2-36
North Andover,MA 01845
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Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 20114:03 PM
To: DelleChiaie, Pamela
Subject: 155 Boston
Just another note to you, from me about 155 Boston in case I forget.
I have the draft approval letter ready and have the form 9b in progress.
Hopefully Heidi will say that the owner does not have to apply to Conservation or does not have to hire someone to
reflag the wetland.
If she says yes, to either of those, this project will end up dead again. ....
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Richard C. Tangard
33 Pillings Pond Road
Lynnfield, MA 01940
781334-5049 FAX: 781334-0115
9/20/2011
(North Andover Health Department
1600 Osgood Street I wC . ,
North Andover, MA 01845
Att: Susan Sawyer, Director
Dear Ms Sawyer:
Reference is made to your letter of September 2, 2011 relative to requested
revisions to the proposed 155 Roston Street septic plan dated July 25, 2011.
5 copies of the revised plan dated 9/19/2011 are enclosed.
All of the issues have been addressed and changes made with the exception of
the possible Conservation Department concerns with the wetland line. Please
advise status.
would appreciate your approval as soon as possible as the owner would like to
get this project completed prior to the onset of inclement weather.
Sincerely,
Richard C. Tangard
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of
Form liti nrcl Upgrade Approval
r 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 wit e tie CMR 15.000,
A. Facility Information f�j e'j f I " jT
Important:
when filling out 1. Facility Name and Address: 1"N fa NC NCf11"lt Aforms on the � ` "" U li /� mfEAL1l!AE11AIA f'
computer,use
only the tab key Name
to move your
cursor•do not Street Address
key,the�relum 1Q,/)117-7* �- /V, —
l� City[Town State Zip Code -
2. Owner Name and Address (if different from above):
"v Name Street Address
City/Tbwn Slate
Zip Code Telephone Number
1 Type of Facility (check all that apply):
2 Residential ❑ Institutional ❑ Commercial ❑ School
4. Describe Facility:
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5. Type of Existing System:
❑ Privy ❑ Cesspool(s) [� Conventional ❑ Other (describe below):
6. Type of soil absorption system (trenches, chambers, leach field, pits, etc):
2 U /A/1=/A77Z,1 <fI`
t5form9a.doc rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval, Page i of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of
Form 9A ® Application for Local Upgrade Approval
r 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: 3 O —
gpd
Design flow of proposed upgraded system gpd
Design flow of facility: 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:
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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
t5formga.doc-rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval, Page 2 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
CitylTown of
Form 9A - Application for Local Upgrade pg ade Approval
' DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this foerm,but
heckewith your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use. Y r
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
Code: —describe and specify sections of the
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
member or agent
high groundwater elevation pursuant to 310 CMR 15.405(1)(h)(1). The soil evaluator must be a
'of the local approving authority.
High groundwater evaluation determined by:
Evaluator's Name(type or print) SI nature
g Date of evaluation
C. Explanation
Explain why full compliance, as defined in 310 CMR 15.404(1), is not feasible. (Each
completed) section must b e
1. An upgraded system in full compliance with 3111 r'1.0 '4.000 is not feasible:
2. An alternative system approved pursuant to 310 CMR 15.283 to 15.288 is not feasible:
t5form9a.doc•rev. 7/06
Application for Local Upgrade Approval, Page 3 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
CitY/Town of
Form 9A — Application for Local Upgrade Approval
DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used but
e
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:
4. Connection to a public sewer is not feasible:
5. The Application for Local Upgrade Approval must be accompanied by all of the following
appropriate boxes): o wrng (check the
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 ro
Provide proof that affected abutters have been notified pursuant to 310 CMR 15,405(2) lines.
❑ Other(List):
D. Certification
"I, the facility owner, certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments, to the
knowledge and belief, are true, accurate, and complete. I am award that there may be significant
consequences for submitting false information, including, but not limited to, penalties or fine and/or of my
imprisonment for deliberate violations."
.� 2
Facility owner's Signature
Date -
Pnnt Name
NA1� aC—� '2L'.l7
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Preparers
City ow
State/ZIP Code
Telephone
t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06
Application for Local Upgrade Approval, Page 4 of 4
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North Andover Health Department
Community Development Division
September 2, 2011
Richard C. Tangard, P.E.
33 Pillings Pond Road
Lynnfield, MA 01941
Re: 155 Boston Street,North Andover, MA 01845 - (MM I07.A—Lot#226)
Dear Mr. Tangard:
The proposed wastewater system design plan for the above site dated July 25, 2011 and received
on August 23, 2011 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, Please provide a statement identifying whether the property is within or not within the
Lake Cochichwick watershed(NA 3.2).
2. The following statement is required by the North Andover Board of Health: I certify the
locations, elevations and ties shown on this plan result from an actual survey made on the
ground. (NA 3.2)
3, An additional variance should be requested to perform only one deep hole per disposal
area(3 10 CMR 15.405(k)).
4, A gas baffle should be installed on the outlet tee of the septic tank (3 10 CMR 15.227(4)).
The distribution box should have H-20 loading (NA 3.2).
5. The wetland line is over 10 years old. A copy of the plan has been provided to the
Conservation department and they will do some investigation. Considering that the
existing tank is in the 100 feet and the line has not been recently flagged, there will be at
minimum the need to contact Conservation for direction in this matter. (Heidi Gaffney,
Conservation Associate 978 688-9530)
Page 1 of 2
North Andover l;lealth Depar(inent, 1600 Osgood street, Building 20, Suite 2-36,,
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
6. Groundwater is assumed to follow the contour of the land unless proved differently; the
groundwater table was established at 48 inches in TP-1. As designed the southeasterly
side of the leaching field does not have the required/requested 4 feet of separation; it
appears to be about 2 feet. Please provide the required/requested groundwater separation
for the entire soil absorption system or perform more soil testing and provide explanation
to establish the groundwater table near Boston Street.
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.
Sincerely)
n Y. Saw
a y RE HS/RS
S s er
Public Health Director
cc: Richard C. Tangard, Engineer—rccttagg I(L)(j)hotmail.con7
Homeowner—Martin T. Allen(Stewart Joseph Allen-Assessor's)
....
Page 2 of 2
North Andover 1lealth Departnierit, 1600 Osgood Street, Building 20, Suite 2-36,
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978,688,9 40 Fax: 978.688.8,176
Ms. Susan Sawyer
Director
North Andover Health Dept.
C.C.
Mr. Thomas Trowbridge
Chairman
Dear Ms. Sawyer,
I have an application on file with North Andover Health Dept for the installation of a new
septic system at my home at the above address. The application is due to expire in
September 2012.
I am the owner of the property, which was the house I grew up in, however it is presently
occupied by my parents, Martin& Anne Allen.
The septic system did not pass its last inspection and was classified as "failed".
It was my full intention to replace the entire septic system this summer; however, due to
my business being slow this was not financially possible. I am requesting a 12 month
extension to the project.
An Engineer( Richard Tangard ) was hired and he drew up plans for the system which
was duly accepted and approved by the Health Dept. I also interviewed and secured a
contractor to do the project ( Jim Kellett& Co. ).
Although classified as failed, the system is working perfectly and has not shown any
signs of breaking ground.
I would be obliged if the Board would consider my request for an extension to this
project.
Cordially,
Stewar"
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Owner
155 Boston St.
North Andover, MA 01845
TOWN M," NORTUI ANDOVE'R,
Officc� of'COMNIUNITY
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NOR,I I I /04)OVER, MYV,��;A(A IUSFITS M M5
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Susaia Y, Sawyen, REIVURS 978,68K8476 MN
Public Heahli Mreclor V• IAH,:
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SEPTIC PLAN SUBMITTAL FORM
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Date of Submission:
Site Location: 1�"OVVuq NOF4114 ANO OVER
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2
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Engineer: C-,
New Plans? Yes $225/Plan Check 4 (includes I" submission and one re-
review only)
Revised Plans'?Yes $75/Plan Check#
Site Evaluation Forms Included? Yes No_Y,
Local Upgrade Form Included? Yes No
Telephone#:
C' Fax#: CTV15
E-mail:— 0? M
Homeowner Y
Name:
OFFICE USE ONLY
When the subirii ion is complete (including check):
Date stamp plans and letter
Complete and attach Receipt
Copy File; Forward to Consultant
-Enter on Log Sheet and Database
Commonwealth of Massachusefts
City/Town Of
Application l
<� v 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 with either the 1973 Code or 310 CMR 15.000.
A. Facility Information
Important:
When filling out 1. Facility Named and Address:
forms on the
computer,use
only the tab key Name
to move youC ��
cursor-do not Street Address
use the return
key. V - TM °'J ✓ � � � / "
City/Town State Zip Code
f -111 . 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):
Residential ❑ Institutional ❑ Commercial ❑ School
4. Describe Facility:
5. Type of Existing System:
❑ Privy ❑ Cesspool(s) Conventional ❑ Other(describe below):
6. Type of soil absorption system (trenches, chambers, leach field, pits, etc):
t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval* Page 1 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of
- Application I 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:
,e�
Design flow of existing system: gpd
Design flow of proposed upgraded system
gpd
Design flow of facility: gpd
B. Proposed Upgrade of System
1. Proposed upgrade is(check one):
K] 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:
3. Local Upgrade Approval is requested for(check all that apply):
Reduction in setback(s)—describe reductions:
Z;� Y %lam
❑ 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
t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval, Page 2 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of
Form 9A ® Application for 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.
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 evaluator must 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:
2. An alternative system approved pursuant to 310 CMR 15.283 to 15.288 is not feasible:
X�.
t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval* Page 3 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of
Form Application I 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.
C. Explanation (continued)
3. A shared system is not feasible:
4. Connection to a public sewer is not feasible:
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."
Facility Owner's Signature Date
A9,j-Z7-/,c/ T
Print Name
a Date // / ,
Preparers add ss 4 ! City own �9 /� ' S f)�G�
/(L�- /
State/ZIP Code Telephone
t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval* Page 4 of 4
STEWART ALLEN-OWNER
155 BOSTON STREET
Original investigation was based on Odor complaints at Boston Road
December 2003 —Sale of home to The Allen's-no Title5 done-Sale price included
money to repair system.
February 2006— Odor complaint - Title 5 inspection was ordered by HD— Failed —
engineer hired, plan submitted for review
July 2011 — New engineer - Septic Plans submitted
September 2011- Septic System Plan is Approved w/ 3 LUA's. System was to be
completed within 1 yr.
August 2012 — Mr. Allen requested an extension for 1 year.
October 2014 — Received Odor complaints at Boston Road from anonymous—
identified they system was still in failure. The MA Permit Extension Act
automatically extended all permits until September 2015. It either expires or they
will start at the beginning of the process again.
➢ Permit MUST be pulled by Sept.30, 2015 or plans are Void
➢ System MUST be in the ground by Nov. 30, 2015.
➢ Engineer on record has passed away— Mr. Allen must hire another Engineer
to oversee the plans/installation asap
➢ Over the past 2 months; 2 installers have inquired about the site.
➢ There are wetland issues. They will have to file a SMALL PROJECT, with
ConCom. The next meeting is on Oct. 21. They have until Wed. September
30 to file with ConCom.
Staff Recommendation
➢ Have a financial commitment, with signed Contract from both Installer and
Newly hired Engineer.
➢ Have system in the ground by the Septic close date of November 3 0t"
➢ Convert the existing Septic Tank into a Tight Tank. Have a float alarm
system put on the tank, to alert them when it's to full. OR Have automatic
pumping done.
➢ ***Note that the owner sealed the cover of the tank with cement (see
photo); this will need to be removed in all case scenarios to be able to
pump) Owner should be reminded that no person shall work on a system
who is not locally licensed by the Health Department**
➢ Fines only if deemed necessary by BOH
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