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Date: April 13, 2001
Date of Hearings: Feb. 204001,
March 20, 2001, April 3, 2001 &April 10, 2001
Petition of. S.P.E.C. Realty Trust (Chris Adams, Trustee) P.O. Box 574 North
Andover, MA 01922
Premises affepted: 1591 Osgood Street,North Andover, MA 01845
Referring to the above petition for a special permit from the requirements of the:
North Andover Zoning Bylaw Section 8.3.
After a public hearing given-on-the-date,-the Planning-Board voted-to APPROVE
the site plan special permit based upon the following conditions:
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Engineer Alison Lescarbeau, Chairman
Abutters John Simons, Vice Chairman
Building Department Alberto Angles, Clerk
ZBA Richard Nardella
Health Department Richard Rowers
Conservation Department
BOARD OF APPEALS 688-9541 BUILDING 688-9545 CONSERVATION 688-9530 HEALTH 688-9540 PLANNING 688-9535
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Site Plan Review - Special Permit
1591 Osgood Street
The Planning Board herein approves the Special Permit/Site Plan Review for the
construction of six two-story storage units totaling approximately 50,800 square feet
located in the I-S Zoning District. This Special Permit was requested by S.P.E.C. Realty
Trust (Chris Adams Trustee), P.O. Box 574 North Andover, MA 01922. This application
was filed with the Planning Board on January 17, 2001.
The Planning Board makes the following findings as required by the North Andover
Zoning Bylaws Section 8.3 and 10.3:
FINDINGS OF FACT:
1. The specific site is an appropriate location for the project as it is located in the
Industrial-S Zone and involves the construction of six two-story storage units.
2. The use as developed will not adversely affect the neighborhood as a sufficient buffer
has been provided. Extensive landscaping has been provided around the frontage of
Osgood Street. Landscaping is also proposed along the sides of the abutting
property.
3. There will be no nuisance or serious hazard to vehicles or pedestrians. The
applicant has demonstrated that the entrance/egress driveway is adequate, and has
been reviewed by the outside engineering consultant for adequate access.
4. The landscaping approved as a part of this plan meets the requirements of Section 8.4
as amended by the Planning Board, of the North Andover Zoning Bylaw;
5. The site drainage system is designed in accordance with the Town Bylaw
requirements and has been reviewed and approved by the Outside Consulting
Engineer, Vanasse,Hangen Brustlin, Inc;
6. The applicant has met the requirements of the Town for Site Plan Review as stated in
Section 8.3 of the Zoning Bylaw with the exception of waivers granted in Condition
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7. Adequate and appropriate facilities will be provided for the proper operation of the
proposed use.
Finally the Planning Board finds that this project generally complies with the Town of
North Andover. Zoning Bylaw requirements as listed in Section 8.35 but requires
conditions in order to be fully in compliance. The Planning Board hereby grants an
approval to the applicant provided the following conditions are met:
SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
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1. Prior to the endorsement of the plans by the Planning Board, the applicant
must comply with the following conditions:
a) The final plan must be reviewed and approved by the Town Planner and
subsequently endorsed by the Planning Board. The final plans must be
submitted for review within ninety days of filing the decision with the
Town Clerk.
b) A bond in the amount of eight thousand ($8,000) dollars must be posted
for the purpose of insuring that a final as-built plan showing the location
of all on-site utilities, structures, curb cuts, parking spaces, topography,
and drainage facilities is submitted. The bond is also in place to insure
that the site is constructed in accordance with the approved plan. The
form of security must be acceptable to the Planning Board.
c) The applicant must supply a copy of the approved Massachusetts Highway
Department permits necessary for construction of the site to the Planning
Department.
2. Prior to the start of construction:
a) A construction schedule shall be submitted to the Planning Staff for the
purpose of tracking the construction and informing the public of
anticipated activities on the site.
b) During construction,the site must be kept clean and swept regularly.
3. Prior to FORM U verification (Building Permit Issuance):
a) The Planning Board must endorse the final site plan mylars and three (3)
copies of the signed plans must be delivered to the Planning Department.
b) One certified copy of the recorded decision must be submitted to the
Planning Department.
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4. Prior to verification of the Certificate of Occupancy:
a) The applicant must submit a letter from the architect and engineer of the
project stating that the building, signs, landscaping, lighting and site layout
substantially comply with the plans referenced at the end of this decision as
endorsed by the Planning Board.
b) The Planning Staff shall approve all artificial lighting used to illuminate
the site. All lighting shall have underground wiring and shall be so
arranged that all direct rays from such lighting falls entirely within the site
and shall be shielded or recessed so as not to shine upon abutting
properties or streets. The Planning Staff shall review the site. Any
changes to the approved lighting plan as may be reasonably required by
the Planning Staff shall be made at the owner's expense. All site lighting
shall provide security for the site and structures however it must not create
any glare or project any light onto adjacent residential properties.
C) The building must have commercial fire sprinklers installed in accordance
with the North Andover Fire Department.
d) The applicant must obtain a sign permit in accordance with and as required
by Section 6 of the Town of North Andover Zoning Bylaw.
5. Prior to the final release of security:
a) The Planning Staff shall review the site. Any screening as may be
reasonably required by the Planning Staff will be added at the applicant's
expense.
b) A final as-built plan showing final topography, the location of all on- site
utilities, structures, curb cuts, parking spaces and drainage facilities must
be submitted to and reviewed by the Planning Staff and the Division of
Public Works.
6. Any stockpiling of materials (dirt, wood, construction material, etc.) must be
shown on a plan and reviewed and approved by the Planning Staff. Any approved
piles must remain covered at all times to minimize any dust problems that may
occur with adjacent properties. Any stock piles to remain for longer than one
week must be fenced off and covered.
7. In an effort to reduce noise levels, the applicant shall keep in optimum working
order, through- regular maintenance, any and all equipment that shall emanate
sounds from the structures or site.
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8. The hours for construction shall be limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday and between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.
9. Any plants, trees or shrubs that have been incorporated into the Landscape Plan
j approved in this decision that die within one year from the date of planting shall
be replaced by the owner.
10. The contractor shall contact Dig Safe at least 72 hours prior to commencing any
excavation.
11. Gas, Telephone, Cable and Electric utilities shall be installed underground as
specified by the respective utility companies.
12. No open burning shall be done except as is permitted during burning season under
the Fire Department regulations.
13. No underground fuel storage shall be installed except as may be allowed by Town
Regulations.
14. The provisions of this conditional approval shall apply to and be binding upon the
applicant, its employees and all successors and assigns in interest or control.
15. Any action by a Town Board, Commission, or Department, which requires
changes in the plan or design of the building, as presented to the Planning Board,
may be subject to modification by the Planning Board.
16. Any revisions shall be submitted to the Town Planner for review. If these
revisions are deemed substantial, the applicant must submit revised plans to the
Planning Board for approval.
17. This Special Permit approval shall be deemed to have lapsed after
(two years from the date permit granted) unless substantial
use or construction has commenced. Substantial use or construction will be
determined by a majority vote of the Planning Board.
18. A waiver to Section 8.3.5.e.xix has been granted so as to allow the applicant not
to provide a traffic study as data from the publication entitled "Trip Generation,
Volume 1 of 3" by the Institute of Transportation Engineers has been provided
and demonstrates that a traffic study is not required.
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19. The following information shall be deemed part of the decision:
Plan Titled: Design Considerations for Site Development of a Warehouse
Design S.P.E.C. Realty Trust (Chris Adams Trustee), 1591 Osgood
Street, North Andover, MA 01845
fPrepared for: S.P.E.C. Realty Trust (Chris Adams Trustee) 1591 Osgood Street,
North Andover, MA 01 845
Prepared By: Phalen & Allen Limited, 4 Eugene Drive, Winchester, MA 01890,
32 Arabella Street, Salem, MA 01970
Date: November 3, 2000, revised 12/27/00, 1/12/01, 2/14/01 & 3/07/01
Plan Titled; Untitled, Received by Planning Department March 28, 2001
Prepared for: S.P.E.C. Realty Trust(Chris Adams Trustee) 1591 Osgood Street,
North Andover, MA 01845
Prepared By: Phalen&Allen Limited, 4 Eugene Drive, Winchester, MA 01890,
32 Arabella Street, Salem, MA 01970
Plan Depicting: Architectural Rendering of Storage Warehouse on Osgood
Street
Plan Titled: Proposed Sign for Warehouse Design
Prepared for: S.P.E.C. Realty Trust, 1591 Osgood Street,North Andover, MA
Prepared By: Phalen&Allen Limited, 4 Eugene Drive, Worcester, MA 01890
Date: April 5, 2001
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