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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-11-18 Planning Board Minutes Planning Beard Meeting DPW Conference Room November 18,1997 Members Present: Richard S. Rowen, Chairman, Joseph V. Mahoney and Alberto Angles, Associate Member were present. Richard Nardella arrived at 7:05 p.m., Alison Lescarbeau, Vice Chairman, arrived at 7:I.O. Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Planner was also present. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Minutes: On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Nardella the Board voted unanimously to approved the minutes for October 21, 1997. On a motion by Ms. Lescarbeau, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes for the Executive Session on November 13, 1997. Discussion: 60 Willow Street (Morton International} - site Man review waiver Greg Weich of Channel Builders and John Brady of Morton Industries were present. Mr. Weich stated that they went before ConCom and got a negative determination. The property is bordered by Industrial Zoning. Mr. Weich stated that there will be approximately 45 employees and there will be 3 shift operations around the clock. Mr. Mahoney asked how close to the residential area are they. Mr. Weich stated that it was about 1/4 of a mile. Mr. Weich stated that Bob Nicetta, Building Inspector, stated that they will have to do a noise study to make sure that they don't exceed 10 decibels. Mr. Rowen asked what Morton Industries does. Mr. Brady stated that they do bleaching, they deal with plastics and chemicals for electronics. Mr. Nardella asked if all the chemicals are toxic. Mr. Brady stated that some are, but they are of moderate toxins. Mr. Rowen asked if work in the addition of the new building will be of the same as the existing building. Mr. Brady stated that yes. Mr. Nardella asked if anything is going to be stored outside. Mr. Brady stated that there would not be. Mr. Nardella asked if the Fire Chief had any concerns with fire protection and safety issues. Mr. Weich stated that the Fire Chief was Q.K. with it. On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Nardella, the board voted unanimously to grant the site plan review waiver. Endorse Plans: Lot 2A Flajzsbip Drive Ms. Colwell recommends the Board sign the plans for the Lot 2A Flagship Drive. The Board signed the plans for the Lot 2A Flagship Drive. Andover Street -Form A 1 The Board authorized Ms. Colwell to sign the plans for the Andover Street Form-A. Bradford Street -Form A The Board authorized Ms. Colwell to sign the plans for the Bradford Street Form-A. Lot/Bond Releases: Settlers Ridge- bond release Tim Willett, DPW's Staff Engineer, sent a letter to the Board recommending the Board release $4,400 and retain $46,400. On a motion by Mr. Angles, seconded by Ms. Lescarbeau, the Board voted unanimously to release $4,400 and retain $46,400. Orchard Hill Road -bond release Tim Willett, DPW's Staff Engineer, sent a letter to the Board recommending the Board release $10,150 and retain $32,250. On a motion by Ms. Lescarbeau, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to release $10,150 and retain $32,250. Foxwood Subdivision - road bond release Tim Willett, DPW's Staff Engineer, sent a letter to the Board recommending the Board to release $5,350 and retain $13,000 for Phase I. The Board discussed the stone wall at the entrance of the Foxwood subdivision. The Board feels that since they did not approve the wall at the entrance of the subdivision that the Town should not have to maintain it. The Board does not want to release any amount of the bond money until we get a cost of maintaining the wall from DPW. Tim Willett, DPW's Staff Engineer, sent a letter to the Board recommending the Board to release $23,700 and retain $59,450 for Phase 11. On a motion by Ms. Lescarbeau, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to release $23,700 and retain $59,450. Tim Willett, DPW's Staff Engineer, sent a letter to the Board recommending the Board to release $17,200 and retain $57,040 for Phase III. On a motion by Ms. Lescarbeau, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to release $17,200 and retain $57,040. Public Hearings (7:30 p.m.) New: Amend the Planning Board Fee Regulations Mr. Angles read the legal notice to open the Public Hearing. 2 Ms. Colwell stated that the Town Manager has suggested that the Planning Board revise the project review fee to allow for a special fee of$50,000 for major and complex projects. The new section added would be 4.3A(5) which would say" Fees for Major and Complex Projects. A Site Plan Review Special Permit fee may also be assessed for "Major and Complex"Projects. A major and complex project means a project for which the Board is likely to require substantial outside technical and/or legal assistance due to the factors such as the novelty and technical complexity of the project, the potential for adverse impacts; the need for close scrutiny of the project; and the size and scope of the project. The Board by majority vote may assess a fee of up to $50,000.00 for such major and complex projects. Notwithstanding any provision in these regulations to the contrary, any unused portion of the fee assessed for major and complex projects shall be refundable to the applicant at the time the decision is made on the application." Mr. Rowen asked when the fees are assessed. Ms. Colwell stated that it is at the time of submitting the application along with the other application fees. Mr. Rowen stated that we should take a vote at the I"Public Hearing to determine if it is a major project. Mr. Nardella asked Ms. Colwell if she would see this application at TRC and then she could determine if it was a major project so we don't further delay the process. Ms. Colwell stated that an air quality test could cost up to $40,000.00 - $50,000.00. Mr. Mahoney asked if$50,000.00 would be enough money to ask for. Ms. Colwell does not know. Mr. Rowen suggested that Ms. Colwell put it in the Regulations and send out quotes and let the applicant know clearly if they want to wait for the Public Hearing to post the bond or they post it when they start the application process. Tom Zahoruiko asked the Board if this was going to be under filling fees or outside consultant fees. Ms. Colwell stated that it is to go under outside consultant fees and what you don't use you would get back. On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Angles the Board voted unanimously to add Section 4.3A(5) to the North Andover Filing Fee Regulations as amended. Forest View Estates - definitive subdivision Mark Gross of MBF Designs was present to represent Forest View Estates. Richard Pelletier, Ken Grandstaff and Tony Mesiti of Mesiti Development were also present. Mr. Gross stated that there are 92 proposed buildable lots. They are planning a 6 year phasing so that the 1st home sold isn't in a construction site. Mr. Gross stated that they have done aerial photography and verified the wetland boundaries. They are grandfathered under the 11.,000 SF Zoning. Mr. Gross stated that the majority of the wetlands are to the west of the property. There are 72 acres of open space to be preserved. Mr. Gross stated that they have created a land use plan and have come up with several scenarios. Mr. Gross stated that they are trying to preserve as many trees as possible. The applicant is proposing 2,600 - 2,800 SF homes. They are looking to provide a tot- lot that would consist of a sandbox and swings with 6 parking spaces in the front. There is also a passive recreational area with selective clearing to be done and they are planning to link parts of the forest to the project. There will be pedestrian crossings that will be 5' wide and 10-20' long wooden bridges. They would like to have small trail markers along the trails. Mr. Gross stated that the municipal sewer pump station will be at the entrance of the subdivision. Mr. Gross went over the offsite sewer plans with the Board. They have sent a copy to DPW for review. Mr. Rowen asked what the capacity is of the pump station. Mr. Gross stated that it is able to Dandle �� 3 approximately 570 gallons per minute . Mr. Gross stated that they are providing the water service and that there are also 6 detention ponds. Mr. Gross stated that John Chessia of Coler and Colantonio reviewed the application and has a series of comments and we plan to go over them at a meeting on Thursday. Mr. Gross stated that they are planning to infiltrate all roof drainage. Ms. Lescarbeau asked if all the utilities will be underground. Mr. Gross stated that they will be. Mr. Nardella asked if detention ponds 3 and 6 were on the lots. Mr. Gross stated that they were and they are looking to relocate them. Mr. Gross stated that they have a Notice of Intent for the roadway. Mr. Gross also stated that they are proposing 2 arch culverts. Mr. Rowen stated that he would like to see some kind of field in the passive recreational areas. Mr. Gross stated that the area is remote and for security reasons he did not think it would be a good place. Ms. Colwell suggested that they replace the tot lot with a recreation area. Mr. Gross stated that, that area is only 5000 feet, but maybe we can expand it. Mr. Mahoney asked how remote are they. Mr. Gross stated that it is about 150' away from a home. Ms. Colwell stated that the design of the sewer must be approved prior to the approval by the Board. Mr. Rowen asked how long before DPW gets a closure. Mr. Gross stated that they should have a response in a couple of weeks. Dermit Kelley of DJK Associates, did a traffic study for Forest View Estates. Mr. Kelley counted all the traffic at the front of the site. Mr, Kelley started the study in January of 1997 and then updated the study in August of 1997 and then filed it with the state. Mr. Kelley also stated that they have submitted a curb cut plan. Mr. Kelley stated that he has submitted traffic management plans to Mass. Highway. Ms. Lescarbeau asked what the distance is between the entrance driveways was. Mr. Kelley stated that they were 825' apart. Mr. Nardella asked what the total number of cars were that traveled Rt.114 a day. Mr. Kelley stated that it was about 984 for a totaled average. Mr. Mahoney asked if they considered putting in a flashing light. Mr. Kelley stated that it is to straight of a road. Bob Lavoy was present to go over the Environmental Impact Study with the Board. Mr. Nardella stated that he had a couple of concerns he would like to address to the applicant. Mr. Nardella would like to see the detention ponds relocated off of the lots, he would like to have granite bollards for the trail, one road on the plan is listed as being 24' and is 26' and also about the pavement width. Mr. Gross went over the plan about the different phasing throughout the subdivision for the reason that they might have to build out all the roads first to find a way to access the subdivision during construction times. Mr. Rowen asked the applicant to bring the building structures to the next meeting. Mr. Rowen asked Ms. Colwell if they are under the 80 lots per year. Ms. Colwell stated that she is going to look into it for the next meeting. The Board scheduled a site walk for December 6, 1997 at 8:00a.m. Continued until December 16, 1997. Lawrence Airport - site plan review Steve Stapinski was present to represent the Lawrence Airport. The applicant is proposing a 2,700 SF hanger for members to come and put their planes together and then have the FAA inspectors come and inspect the planes, Mr. Stapinski stated that they do not have town water or town sewer. Mr. Angles stated that he thought that they weren't allowed to put together planes in the hangers. Mr. Stapinski stated that they are all ready assembled they only have to add the wings in the hangers. Mr. Stapinski stated that there will only be one plane at a time in the hanger. Ms. Colwell stated that at TRC the Fire Department asked them to install fire alarms in 4 lJ I the hanger. Ms. Colwell stated that if any more applications for hangers come before the Board she thinks they should have to put in utilities. Mr. Rowen suggested that Ms. Colwell review the last decision for the installation of hangers. On a motion by Ms, Lescarbeau, seconded by Mr. Nardella, the Board voted unanimously to close the Public Hearing and direct staff to draft a decision. Continued: Red Gate Pasture - definitive subdivision Ben Osgood Jr, requested a continuance until December 16, 1997. 1635 Osgood Street - site plan review Mike Rosati of Marchionda Associates was present to represent 1635 Osgood Street. Mr. Rosati stated that he has responded to Mr. Chessia's comments. Mr. Rosati stated that they have made modifications to the plan. They have changed the building location and put the building in the rear of the property. The detention pond and the storage areas have also been relocated, Ms. Colwell asked how close the nearest residential area behind the property. Mr. Rosati stated that it was 500' - 600' away. Ms. Colwell stated that on Lot 2 Beechwood Hill they have a metal roof and the Planning Department is getting several complaints from the neighbors stating that the glare is shining into their homes. Mr. Rosati stated that they are not allowed to have a metal roof because of the Storm Water Management Regulations. On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Ms. Lescarbeau, the Board voted unanimously to close the Public Hearing. Crossroads Medical Center - site plan review Peter Shaheen was present to represent Crossroads Medical Center. Mr. Shaheen stated that the Zoning Board of Appeals voted to keep the gate open from 9:00am - 9:00pm. The Zoning Board of Appeals will review the progress in 6 months, Mr. Shaheen stated that the Zoning Board of Appeals would like to put up a stop sign at the gate, Ms. Colwell stated that Mr. Shaheen had to submit a list of the landscaping. Mr. Shaheen stated that they will be only using maple trees on the property. Mr. Colwell stated that the applicant will have to have the parking lot restriped by May 12, 1998 On motion by Ms. Lescarbeau, seconded by Mr. Mahoney the Board voted unanimously to close the Public Hearing and set the bond at $3,000. Decisions: Crossroads Medical Center- site plan review On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to approve the draft decision as amended for Crossroads Medical Center. Adjournment: On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Nardella, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 10:00p.m. 5