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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-03-05planning Board Meeting Senior Center March 5, 1996 Members Present Joseph V. Mahoney, Chairman, and Richard Rowen, Vice Chahman. Alberto Angles, Associate Member, arrived at 7:07 p.m. John Simons arrived at 7:45 p.m. Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Planner, was also present. Richard Nardella and Alison Lescarbeau were absent. The meeting was called to order at 7:08 p.m. Minutes On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the minutes of February 20, 1996 were unanimously approved. Discussion: Coventry_ I - bond enforcement Ms. Colwell stated that Bob Halpin, new Town Manager, brought this issue up at the weekly staff meeting. He and Kevin Maboney are working on it, but have not had a lot of success in dealing with the bank on a "friendly" basis. They are COntinuing in their efforts, and will keep the Board updated through Ms. Colwell. Warrant. Articles John Leeman was presem to discuss a proposed Growth Management Bylaw warrant article. He presented it to the Selectmen on Monday evening and is looking for input from the Planning Board. Ms. Colwell stated that a public hearing must be held, and it was decided that March 26, 1996 would be the date. A legal notice must be in to the Eagle-Tribune by Monday, March 11, 1996. Ben Osgood, Jr. was presem and .stated that he tried to obtain a full text copy of the warrant article from the Town Manager's office, but was unsuccessful. He was told that a copy would be available at the Steven's Memorial Library and one at the Town Manager's office for public viewing. Mr. Osgood stated that he would really like his own copy as it is a large, detailed document that will take a while to digest. At that point John Leemah presented his copy to Mr. Osgood. Ms. Colwell stated that Town Counsel suggested that we change our definition of a street as referenced in Section 7, as we now have to allow someone to use a paper street as part of a Form A plan. Ms. Colwell will submit this change as a Planning Board article and we will hold public hearings when we hold the citizen warrant heatings on April 23, 1996. The two other warrant articles (hotel definition and site plan review) were submitted on February 26, 1996. 232 Sutton Street - si_ma James Smith, owner of Sign Center in Haverhill, was present along with the Chatterjee's to discuss the sign material and placement of the sign. The proposed sign will be "a wood sign with use of sign foam or gatorfoam extruded effects and vinyl copy applied to wood tenant units." The sign will be approximately 7'9" high and 4'4" wide and will be placed a minimum of 10' from the property line in the grass strip between the buildings in front of the maple tree. It will not be illuminated, but will be visible at night. The Planning Board approved the sign, and directed Ms. Colwell to wfiie a letter to Mr. Nicetta stating that the Board approved the sign. Abbott Village - cul-de-sac on Nutmeg Lane Ben Osgood, Jr. was present and stated that the Planning Board signed the subdivision plans in the fall. The Conservation Commission asked them to return to the Planning Board asking them to reconsider requiring Nutmeg Lane to connect out to Salem Street, and instead to allow a cul- de-sacl This issue was reviewed in depth at the time the subdivision was approved and the general consensus was that the road should connect. Ms. Colwell brought the issue hack before the TRC last week. A~ain, it was the general consensus that the roadway should connect. Ms. Colwell recommends that the Board keep the original requirement that the road connect to Salem Street to promote traf~ circulation and fire safety. Peter Ogren, Hayes Engineering, was present and stated that in order to allow for more room, he could eliminate the grass strip and veer the sidewalk out somewhat at the wetland crossing.. It was decided that the road will be kept at 26 feet. Mr. Ogren asked the Planning Board write a letter to the Conservation Commission stating that this plan represents the project. AEoleton Street - preliminary_ subdivision plan Scott Giles was present representing the owner of 4 acres plus roadway of land at the end of Appleton Street. He is proposing to extend Appleton Street with a two lot subdivision and a temporary cul-de-sac. The plan has been reviewed by DPW. As this is a fairly simple plan, Ms. Colwdl is looking for the Board to comment and direct her to draft a decision for discussion at the next meeting. Because it is a preliminary plan, Ms. Colwell stated that it doesn't require a public hearing. It was explained to Mr. Giles and the applicant, Mr. Gann that a contribution to the sidewalk fired be made in lieu of installing sidewalks. Mr. I-Imurciak at DPW will determine the amount of the donation, based on his calculations. Since the right of way proposed is only 40 feet, Mr. Gann needs to provide roadway easements equal to the 50 feet. The location of the road within the fight of way will be discussed at the public hearing for the definitive subdivision approval, it was recommended to keep the road in line with the existing section of Appleton Street. Mr. Rowen stated that he would be most happy if this subdivision could eventually be connected up to Coventry. The Board directed Ms. Colwell to draft a one page decision to be reviewed individually by the Board. The Board will return their comments to Ms. Colwell and she will then file the decision within the required time frames. Lots 19 & 20 Nutm~_ Lane (Abbott Vill~e} - common drive Mr. Rowen read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Peter Oflren, Hayes Engineering, was present along with Ben Osgood to discuss the plan. Originally three common driveways were proposed in the subdivision, however, due to agreements with ConCom to avoid wetland crossings, that is now down to one common drive. Mr. Simons asked how many buildable lots are there? Mr. Osgood replied 6 or 7 less than approved in the 1987 subdivision. Ms. Colwell stated that the lots were changed, but not the roadway, therefore no new public heating was required for the subdivision. Ms. Colwell also stated that the lots fall under the prior bylaw. Once the applicant has received approval from ConCom, he will bring an ANR plan before the Board for review. Due to wetland issues, the lot lines will change. The Planning Board cannot approve the special permit until an ANR plan has been signed. Ms. Colwell will speak with Mike Howard, Conservation Agent, to see what ConCom would do if the Planning Board were to deny the project. Continued to March 19, 1996. Woodlea Village - subdivision/PRD Mr. Rowen read the legal notice to open the public hearing Steve Stapinski was present and stated that he is proposing an eleven lot subdivisionfPRD on the westerly side of Chesmut Street opposite Rea Street. This area was previously subdivided into 14 Fo~m A lOts with a common scheme of access via common driveways. Under the proposed PRD access will be via a public roadway. AH PRD lots comply with the zoning, sewer extends cross country from Route 114 to service the lots; there is water in Chestnut Street and sidewalks are on one side. ConCom approval is requh/ed for the wetland crossing and work on the site. Lot 1 will be conveyed to the Town, although it is not shown on the subdivision plan it is to be added to the plan. The Plaanin4~ Board reviewed the-ANR plan that was endorsed in 1985. The lots are "grandfathered" under the 1985 zoning as.they were all held under separate ownership. David O'Sullivan ,of the MZO Group, was present with the subdivision and landscaping plans. The entrance Will have a 2' to 3' high stone wall with low plantings in front and higher planting behind the wall. There will he two general house designs with 2300 sq fi of living space. There will be a cluster of trees at each lot, a street lantern at the edge of each property, and the homes will he made of wood clapboard. Mr. Mah,oney asked how far the subdivision entrance is from Rea Street, and Mr. Stapinski replied approximately 650' north of Rea Street. Mr. Simons stated that he would like the site distance checked and the inforniation provided to the Board. Mr. Mahoney asked what is the width of Chestnut Street, and Mr. Stapinski replied 18' to 22'. George Perna, Director of DPW, was present and asked why did the crossing move from the original proposal in 19907 Mr. Stapinski replied that the current proposed crossing provides the least .amount of wetland filling. Mr.' Perna replied the DPW would prefer this current location. Mr. Stapinski stated that tM. sewer line will be extended to Chestnut Street, and all the homes will have sprinkler systems. Mr. Simons asked if any of the property was in the flood plain, and Mr. Stapinski replied yes, at approximately elevation 236.5. Mr. Rowen asked how large are the lots, and Mr. Stapinski replied 12,500 feet. Discussion continued until April 2, 1996 meeting. Continued: Lot 1 Dale Street - Watershed Ms. Colwell stated that the applicant would like to withdraw without prejudice. On a motion by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the Board unanimously voted to accept the withdrawal pending receipt in the Planning Office of a written letter by the applicant. Si~ Bylaw - proposed warrant article This is the continuation .of the public hearing on this warrant article. At the last meeting, Mr. Nicetta was on vacation and unable to answer questions from the public. Ms. Colwell asked Mr. Nicetta to attend this meeting to explain some of the proposed changes to the bylaw. Mr. Nicetta responded to one question from the Board. He declined to answer any questions about the bylaw other than those involving changes. Mr. Mahoney said it was pointless to continue the discussion. Continued until March 19, 1996 meeting. Decisions 50 Sutton Hill Road - Watershed and 52 Sutton Hill Road - Watershed and 130 Sutton Hill Road - Watershed and 110 Sandra Lane- Watershed and 165 Sandra Lane- Watershed On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Simons the Board voted unanimously to approve the special peia~ts as amended. Adjournment On a motion by Mr. Rower~ seconded by Mr. Angles, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.