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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-08-03 Planning Board Minutes Planning Board Meeting Department of Public Works August 1, 1999 Members Present: Alison Lescarbeau, Chairman, and Alberto Angles, Clerk were present. John Simons, Vice Chairman and Richard Rowen arrived at 7:16 p.m. Richard Nardella arrived at 7:30 p.m. Heidi Griffin, Town Planner was also present. Minutes: On a motion by Mr. Angles, seconded by Mr. Simons, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes for July 6, 1999 as written. Discussion: Lot I Saile Way -request for extension The applicants were looking for a one year extension for the completion of construction for Lot I Saile Way. Mr. Rowen asked how long it will take to the start construction. The applicants stated as soon as they get a contractor, but they needed the extension first. Ms. Griffin stated that she recommends a one year extension for Lot I Saile way. On a motion by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the board voted unanimously to grant a one year extension for lot I Saile Way. 69 South Bradford Street—watershed special permit Ms. Griffin stated that the decision granted for 69 South Bradford Street had a discrepancy in the decision only when compared to the settlement agreement and was seeking clarification from the Board. Specifically Ms. Griffin wanted to know if this lot was required to install residential sprinklers. The Board indicated to Ms. Griffin that although it may have appeared that this lot was not required sprinklers when compared to the settlement agreement, this lot was to install residential sprinklers even though it was not mandated by said agreement. The Board pointed out that the settlement agreement allowed the creation of their lot, but that their building was controlled by the Watershed Special Permit, and the requirement for the sprinkler system was a condition nfflio;r anpo;al m-rmh Mc (-rr;ffin OsatM q�1p wmild infhrm the, nrnnerfv ommer of this Endorsement of Plans: 23B &24B Rock Brook Road—Form-A Ms. Griffin stated that the plan meets all the requirements and has enough frontage. Ms. Griffin stated that she recommends the board endorse the Form A plan for Lot 23B and 24 B. Rocky Brook Road. The board endorsed the Form A plan for lot 23 B. and 24 B. Rocky Brook Road. Public Hearings(7:30 p.m.) New: Lawrence AiWort SPS —amend watershed district bound Mike Laverdia a representative from the United States Postal Service and Steve Stapinski of Merrimack Engineering were present to represent the Lawrence Airport. Mr. Laverdia stated that this is the only location for the 20,000 square foot Postal Service. The location of the property is on the right side of the entrance. One issue was that the portion of the Zoning map shows that this property is located in the watershed. Mr. Laverdia stated that this site does not drain into the reservoir. Mr. Laverdia stated that the entire site will drain into the Merrimack River when it's built upon. Mr. Stapinski stated that they did survey the property and he went over the plans with the Board. Mr. Stapinski went over the plans showing which way the water presently runs. Mr. Nardella asked what would the applicant gain by changing the Zoning map. Mr. Stapinski stated that the applicant weld not have to file a watershed special permit. Mr. Rowen stated that they had to be 100 feet away from any wetlands. Mr. Laverdia stated that they already have an order of conditions from the Conservation Commission. i 492 Sutton Street (CM*11)—site plan-review Bill McLeod of Andover.Consultants was present to represent 492 Sutton Street, Eagle East Complex. 1&. McLeod stated that they would like to construct three hangers each being 7300 square feet. These hangers will house 13 airplanes. Mr. McLeod stated that the entire site is presently paved. Mr. McLeod stated that because the site is already paved there will be no increase in volume, Mr. McLeod stated that he went over the plans with Jim Rand, Director of Engineering at DPW and he has no issues. Mr. McLeod stated that they had a TRC meeting and per the Fire Chief they have added a hydrant near the fuel tank and an alarm system. Mr. McLeod stated that they will provide additional landscaping along the existing fence on the side property line. There will be lighting on the property, but none toward Sutton Street due to the fact that there are no accesses. Mr. McLeod stated that the buildings will be he a metal frame with the same color as the existing buildings which is mocha tan. Mr. McLeod stated that there's not any commercial activity on the property. Mr. Rowen asked since we're landscaping three new projects at the Airport we should try to tie them in altogether with the landscaping. Ms. Lescarbeau asked Ms. Griffin to check and see if we made the last set of hangers install sprinkler systems. Mr. McLeod stated that the hangars are to be utilized strictly for parking the airplanes and they'll be no gas or painting or any work on these airplanes. Mac McKinnen a representative from the Lawrence Airport stated that we control what goes on these hangers and we do not allow any work inside of these hangers. Tim Campbell,Applicant, stated that we do maintenance in the other buildings and this is why we need a place to store the airplanes. Mr. Simons asked if the fights would stay on at night. Mr. McLeod stated yes, but they are not very bright fights,with only 75 watts bulbs.. Mr.Nardella asked if the airplanes can take off in the air anytime. Mr,.McKinnen Lot 2 Great Pond Road _ watershed special permit, Lot 3 Great Pond Road watershed special permit, Lot 3 Great Pond Road— common drive. Lot 4 Great Pond Road--watershed special permit, Lot 4 Great Pond Road—common drive The Board discussed these public Hearings together as they were of the same property. Bill Bergeron of Hayes Engineering was present to represent Lot's 2,3,4, Great Pond Road. Mr. Bergeron gave the Board the past history on these lots. Mr. Bergeron stated that sewer went down in 1997 and in 1998. Mr. Bergeron stated that Conservation Commission closed the Public Hearing at the last meeting. Mr. Bergeron stated that all the houses are outside of 100 foot nondisturbance zone and all the homes have enough frontage from Great Pond Road. Mr. Bergeron stated that the Form A plan was endorsed in 1991. Mr. Bergeron stated that the building inspector told him that he did not need to file an access other than over legal frontage special permit. Mr. Bergeron stated that the proposed driveways are crushed.stone. Mr, Nardella asked how this common driveway is not servicing three lots. Ms. Lescarbeau stated that we instructed him to install a landscape strip in between the two driveways. Mr. Bergeron stated that Jim Rand thought this would be a better way to do the plan. Mr.Nardella asked why they could not improve Winter Street to bring it up to town standards. Mr. Bergeron stated that they cannot change the lot lines because the grandfathering will then end. Mr. Simons questioned the amount of clearing for the homes. Mr. Bergeron went over the amount of clearing on the plans with the Board. Mr. Bergeron stated that each house will have dry wells. Ms. Lescarbeau asked if there were any lights along the driveway. Mr. Bergeron stated yes, and they will be tied into the homes. Mr. Bergeron went over the sewer with the Board. Mr. Angles asked Mr. Bergeron if he was asking the Board to approve a common drive that is longer than what we allow for a dead-end street in a subdivision. i Vo g a d V 6 t� d Y ... ............. 3 lot, ms. Griffin stated that what this plan does is provide a unique way of allowing an applicant to circumvent the variance process afforded in the zoning bylaw. Mr. Bergeron stated that the applicant has owned this property for several years and didn't necessarily want to develop it, but the the permitting process in the watershed district is continually becoming more restrictive, making it harder to develop the land. Mr. Bergeron stated that the applicant•wishes for these lots to be given to his children. MS.Griffin asked Mr. Bergeron if he were only allowed a common drive for lots two and three,would he be unable to develop lot 4 due to the fact that the lot would not have any access via its legal frontage as the frontage is completely wet. Mr. Bergeron stated yes. Ms. Griffin stated again that this plan has the effect of setting a bad precedent, as other applicants may use this creative mechanism in the future for access to their property without having to obtain a variance. Mr.Nardefla stated that he would like to see Dr. Scully do what he can do with his property but that he agreed with Ms. Griffin that this plan will be setting a dangerous precedent. Mr. Bergeron stated that we tried to buying an easement from Mr. Randazzo to try to make the plans better. Ms. Lescarbeau stated that this appears to be the best plan. Lucille Batal of 834 Great Pond Road, stated that she is not here to oppose the development, but had several questions. Ms. Batal stated that the proposed driveway is perpendicular to her existing driveway and the site distance coming out of her driveway is dangerous enough. Ms. Batal stated that it might be better if they curve the driveway. Ms. Batal stated that a couple years ago there was a very bad storm and Great Pond Road flooded next to the Pond and the road had collapsed in she was concerned that this construction might make your worse. Ms. Batal asked if there was any access from Bridal Path Road. Mr. Bergeron stated no. Mr. Angles asked if they had taken a look at the site distance of the proposed driveway(s). Mr. Bergeron stated that DPW and the Fire Department looked at this plan and their okay with it. Ms. Griffin asked Mr. Bergeron if he was in receipt of the now memorandums issued from the Fire Department and Coler and Colantonio. Mr. Bergeron replied he was -3 out on the property he was told that his pool was on Dr. Scully's property. Mr, Randazzo stated that he hired a surveyor and he found that the pool was not on his property but, a comer of his shed was. Mr. Nardella stated that we can not settle a lot line dispute. Mr. Randazzo stated that he just wanted the Board to know that they never discussed the acquisition of my property. The Public Hearing is continued until the September 7, 1999 meeting. Gntinued: 315 T=ike Street—site plan review Ms. Griffin stated that all the items have been addressed and they received a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals for their building height. On a motion by the Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Angles, the Board voted unanimously to close a Public Hearing. Lots 23B &24B RockBrook common driveway&access other than over legal frontaa The Board discussed these two Public Hearings together as they were of the same property. Thomas Neve of Neve Associates, was present to represent lots 23 B. and 24 B. Rocky Brook Road. Mr. Neve stated that they had received an order of conditions from the Conservation Commission. Mr.Neve stated that they struggled to produce a plan that could work offby the town's Mr.Neve stated that this plan has been signed o consultant. Mr.Neve stated that Richelle Martin, Conservation Administrator, wrote a letter in favor of this plan. Mr. Neve stated that Coler and Colantonio had asked them to loam and seed on the shoulders of the road so we added that to the plan. Mr. Simons questioned the stone retaining wall. Mr. Neve went over the plans with the Board explaining the retaining wall. Mr. Simons stated that there seems to be a lot of disturbance on the site and hopes that they do a decent job. On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the Board voted unanimously to close a Public Hearing for the conunon drive special permit for Lots 23 B. and 24 B. AN fiffimmwk-'�It -99 Lot 23B &24B Rock Brook—common drivewa On a motion by W. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the Board voted unanimously to approve the common drive special permit for lots 23 B. and 24 B. Rocky Brook Road. Lot 23B &24B Rock-y Brook—access other than over legal ftontage On amotion by Mr. Nardella seconded by Nft. Rowen the Board voted unanimously to approve the special permit for access other than over legal frontage for lots 23 B. and 24 B. Rocky Brook Road. Adjournment: On a motion by Mr.Nardella, seconded by W Angles, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.