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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-11-29 Department Review DEF SUB PRD T4 R rg f NORTH ANDOVER FIRS DEPARTMENT `" . * CENTRAL FIRE HEADQUARTERS 124 Main Street �r North Andover, Mass. 01845 Chiof of Dppwtmerif �, . : k"L ( 08) 86- 1 A To : Chris Huntress, Town Planner From: Fire Chief Dolan RE : Sam Phillips Common Date : October 9 , 1991 I have discussed the proposed plan for the development of Sam Phillips Common with Mr . Tom Laudani . The fire department has its usual requirements for the posting of house numbers, underground tank storage and open burning. I would waive our usual requirements for roadway width and hydrant spacing provided that all residences in the development are equipped with residential sprinkler systems in compliance with NFPA 13D . If the house are equipped with fire sprinklers the fire department has no objection to the twenty-two foot roadway width including four foot sidewalks . The department would also work with the developer to increase the hydrant spacing from the usual five hundred feet . These two topics were agreeable to Mr . Laudani and the fire department will work with the engineers and sprinkler designers to provide your board with more specifics . As always please contact me if there are any questions . ----------William V. Dolan Fire Chief cc . Lt . Long Wm. Cyr R. Nicetta T. Laudani ''SMOKE DETECTORS SINEW= LIVES" �� NORTH ANDOVER FIRE DEPARTMENT ' c,,'�' � u,�wmz�sxememu,�uremmi d € CENTRAL FIRE HEADQUARTERS 124 Main Street North Andover, [bass. O184 Chief nt Dopartmont ; i ( €) 686-3 812 1 f 1 1 To: Chris Huntress , Town Planner From: William V. Dolan, Fire Chief Re: Phillips Common Date: November 4 , 1991 The Fire Department has reviewed these plans and recommends the inclusion of items 12-14 of the Previous Conditional Special Permit and Site Plan Approval as attached to the November 21, 1989 notices of decision by the Planning Board. I also reference my letter to you dated October 9 , 1991 re- garding this subdivision. 3 Persuant to that letter the hydrant spacing shown on sheet 3 of 6 of the plan dated 10/10/91 is acceptable if the residential sprinklers are installed. If they are not the standard `5001 spacing would be required. If there are any questions regarding this matter, please contact me I William V. elan, Fire C GG : Lt. Long Wm. Cyr R. Nicetta T. Laudani "SMOKE DEFECTORS SAVE i._.EVErS�2 I , � NORTH ANDOVER FIRE DEPARTMENT ` . o. -t OJT FIl HEADQUARTERS '124 Main Street 5' Ftcs North Andover, Fuss. 0194����, I rhr6,f of Doparir ono . ( 0 ) 686- 1 To : Chris Huntress , Planning Dept From: Fire Chief Dolan Date : January 30 , 1992 During the plans for Phillips Common, the Fire Department made comment regarding the allowance of increased hydrant spacing as well as decreased roadway width provided that the units were residentially sprinklered. If , because of the recent public hearing, any change is made to the requirement of residential sprinklers I would expect that the other two matters would revert to the usual standards as set forth for subdivisions . William V. Dolan, Fire Chief `SMOKE DETECTORS SAVE LIVES'' - Uf'Optl11M1 � f KAREN H.P.NELSON �r � Town of 120 Main Street, 01845 Director NORTH ANDOVER (508) 682-6483 BUILDING �s" ", [ '` CONSERVATION $AC wog DIVISION OF PLANNING PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT October 21, 1991 is . MEMORANDUM i TO: JAMES GORDON, TOWN MANAGER . r FROM : KAR EN NELSON, DIRECTOR RE: ROAD WIDTH/THOMAS PROPERTY Attached please find a memo which I received from Buddy Cyr regarding the issue of road widths in general. I believe the specific discussion pertaining to this subject is for the Brooks Thomas property and ,the proposed development of 26 single family homes. The applicant proposes a roadway width of 22 .feet. The roadway width is supported by the Division of Planning and Community Development staff, Planning Board and TRC, with the exception of the Division of Public Works. The subdivision regulations permit this roadway width (see attached) . I agree with Buddy that we should have Fa meeting to discuss this matter, however I would like to have you attend as well. May I have your thoughts on this? c CCH 1, TOWN O!= NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSE'i rs DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS 304 OSGOOD STREET, 01045 WILLIAM A, CYR TELEPHONE 687.7964 iNTER11dDIRECTOR FAX: (508) 683-9381 ppRTry O p I F II TO Karen Nelson FROM: William A. Cyr RE : Road widths I recently attended a Planning Board meeting where a subdivision proposal was presented. The question arrose on what was to be the paved width of the road. The Division of Public Works does and has for the past nineteen years required a standard road width of twenty six feet paved and an eighteen inch overlap for a gravel shoulder. The requirements of this Division were twenty six feet on the proposal which was presented to Chris Huntress . Mr. Huntress, Town Planner, stated that he felt twenty two feet was exceptable. it seems to me that the recommendations of the various departments in town should be adherred to for main reasons, that we are the ones who maintain, plow, and service these roads . We have several subdivisions that have twenty two foot widths and they subject us to a number of problems . If possible, I would like to arrange a meeting with yourself, Chris Huntress, and Bill Hmurciak, where we can go over this and other subjects that we could actress . Please let me know your thoughts on this matter. f j (3) Topography of the area is level and will not be impacted by a roadway which will necessitate extensive cut and fill of the existing topography. (4) The Roadway once constructed will not exceed grades over 6%. B. STREETS AND ROADWAYS 1. ) The entire area within the exterior lines of all streets in the subdivision shall be cleared of all stumps , brush, roots , boulders, like material, and all trees not intended for preservation. 2 . ) All loam and other yielding material shall be removed from the roadway area of each street or way and replaced with suitable material . 3 . ) All roadways shall be constructed and inspected in compliance with specifications of the Division of Public Works . 4 . ) Roadways shall be constructed for the full length of all streets in the subdivision, except in cases where provision has been made for projection of a street to adjoining land. The center line of such roadways shall coincide with the center line of the exterior street lines unless a deviation is specifically authorized by the Division of Public Works. The minimum width of pavement for roadways between curb lines shall be as follows: Pavement Sections for Residential Zones: Major Streets: thirty (30) feet and a gravel base of 33 .feet Secondary Streets: twenty--six (26) feet and a gravel base of 29 feet. Minor Streets. 'twenty . wq '�(22) ' feet and;a graveli base of , 25 feet.,'' 53 y Pavement Sections for Business or Industrial Zones: All Streets: forty (40) feet and a gravel base of 43 feet. I I Greater or lesser pavement width shall be required by the Planning Board where deemed necessary for present and future vehicular travel upon receiving a recommendation to so act by the Division of Public Works. 5. ) The roadways in approved turnarounds shall be paved over their entire area to an outside diameter of at least one hundred (100) feet. 6 . ) All roadways shall be brought to a finished grade as shown on the profiles of the Definitive Plan with at least the top fourteen (14) inches consisting of eight (8) inches of good quality bank run gravel with no stones larger than six (6) inches and six (6) inches of processed gravel, on top of this and shall be 'provided with a finished surface for their ful'l width and length as follows: 7 . ) All roadways with grades in excess of five (5%) percent shall provide sloped granite curbs in compliance with DPW standards. I. Residential Zones: a. ) Major Streets - Four (4) inch bituminous concrete, Type 1, consisting of a two and one-half (2 . 5) inch binder coat and a one and one-half (1. 5) inch wearing surface. b. ) Secondary Streets -- Three and one-half (3 . 5) inch bituminous concrete, Type I, consisting of a two (2) inch binder coat and a one and one-half (1. 5) inch wearing surface. Streets - �TYree :and one-hal f (3'; 5)` h"b`itumin'ousr concrete,``; Type it consistzr�gof °tWok`(2); :inch `binder, coat one °.and : one-hal f (1. 5) inch wearng;:surface 54 TOvvil OF NORTH ANDOVER, MASSACHUSLTTS OFFICE OF TOWN MANAGER 120 MAIN STREET, 01845 tN°RTh O James P. Gordon ? ' °c TELEPHONE 662.6483 Town Manager Fes- p ? �1CHU5�4 MEMORANDUM TO: William Cyr, Acting Director D. P.W. i FROM: James P. Gordon, Town Manager DATE: November 13 , 1991 RE: Roadway Width/Thomas Property In reference to the Thomas Property, which will be before the- Planning Board on November 14 , 1991, and last weeks meeting regarding roadway width, I would like to make the following comments: This project is subject to the Special Permit process as a Planned Residential Development (PRD) . As such, the aesthetic character and scale are extremely important in the overall design of the project. Due to the fact that sidewalks have been proposed to accommodate pedestrian traffic, I feel that the roadway width of twenty two (22) feet will be appropriate. Although your issues of plowing and parking are always relevant to residential subdivisions, in this particular case I will be recommending to the Planning Board that the proposed width of 22 feet be approved as designed. It is my feeling that the character of this neighborhood will be designed to accommodate both concerns with a 22 foot-wide paved roadway. In discussions with the Planning Department, it is my understanding that, as an alternative to having mail boxes at the curb in front of each residence, in order to accommodate plowing operations it might be possible to place the boxes at the entrance to the subdivision in a common area, if necessary. I appreciate your input with regard to this matter, please feel free to contact me with any further questions or concerns. /JG ■ ■■ ■■ NORTH ANDOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY November 12 , 1991 Christian G. Huntress Department of Planning and Community Development 120 Main Street North Andover, MA 01845 Dear Mr. Huntress , — It has come to our attention that the current proposal for the development of the Thomas property which will come up for review on the 14th shows a lot line around the Phillips Manse that is very unsatisfactory from the perspective of the site' s historical integrity. It is the hope of the forth Andover Historical. Society that the planning board will give every consideration to the recommendations of our advisors , Davis Charrington and Michael Morris , to achieve property boundaries for the Manse that will meet historic perservation requirements and also permit the developer to proceed with his subdivision. Thank you for your time :and consideration in this matter, S , ely yours , arol M ada irec or, .A.H.S . r � Patricia McGarry President of the Board North Andover Historical ociety 153 Aendemy Road,North Andover,Massachusetts 01845 (508)686-4035 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER. MASSACHUIE ET`I°'S DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS 384 OSGOOD STREET, 01845 WILLIAM A. CYR TELrPHC)NE 687-7964 INTER€mD]RECTOR FAX: (508)683-9381 e tADRTN 4 �ss'AC H06�t November 14, 1991 Mr. George Perna, Chairperson Planning Board 120 Main St.. North Andover, MA 01845 Re: Phillips Common Dear Mr. Perna: The Division of Public Works has reviewed the plans of the proposed Phillips Common development dated October 10, 1991 and has the following comments to make : 1 . The road width shall be 26 feet in accordance with our specifications and the design standards in the rules and regulations governing the subdivision of land as revised in February 1989 and adopted by the Planning Board. 2 . The sidewalks shall be 5 feet wide in accordance with the same specifications and design standards mentioned in item 1 . 3 . In general the depth of sewer main is not acceptable as designed. The sewer should be lowered to avoid conflicts in elevation between the water main and sewer services . 4 . Provide a profile of the cross-country sewer to Mass Ave. 5 . Easements should be provided for all utilities installed in locations not dedicated to the Town, 6 . Hydrants should be installed at Station 2410, 7+0 and 12440 . 7 . If residential sprinklers are required calculations must be provided to determine the adequate sizing of water services . i i Page 2 . 8 . Drain manholes at station 3+84 and 11+60 may be eliminated and the drain pipe should be connected to the adjacent catch basins . Other drain manholes within the project should be located off the pavement wherever possible . 9 . Permits for connection to town utilities will not be granted until a complete set of endorsed plans with up- to--date revisions is on file in the office of the Division of Public Works . 10 . A Sewer System Extension Permit from D.W.P.C. of the Mass . Department of Environmental Protection must be obtained prior to issuance of a sewer extension permit by the North Andover Division Of Public Works . The local permit, in accordance with N.A.D.P.W. policy, will require 2 . 1 mitigation of existing infiltration/inflow from the receiving system. The receiving system, known as the West Side Interceptor, has been determined to be over capacity due to infiltration/inflow. We have not as yet reviewed the drainage analysis for the project . Comments on that subject will be forthcoming at a later date. Very truly yours, J. William Hmurciak, P .E. Director of Engineering & Administration JWH: jm