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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-11-19Planning BoardMeeting Senior Center November 19, 1996 Members Present Joseph Mahoney, Chairman; Richard Rowen, Vice Chairman; Allison Lescarbeau, Clerk; Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Planner was also present. Alberto Angles arrived at 7:02 p.m. John Simons arrived at 7:22 p.m. Richard Nardella, was absent. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Minutes On a motion by Ms. Lescarbeau, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the minutes of October 15, 1996 and of October 29, 1996 were approved. Discussion Coventry Bond I-bond update Ms. Colwell stated that the Town Manager has spoken with Joel Bard from Kopelman & Paige. Fleet Bank has done nothing towards the completion of the road. Joel will review the documents and begin to file litigation. Master Plan Committee-update The committee met last Thursday, and are looking for representatives to hold neighborhood meetings. Call Maureen Hart or Jean Bramante for more information. Susan Dennett will be on the Master Plan Committee as the open space committee representative. Butcher Boy-Perfectos Drive-up Window Ms. Colwell showed a plan to the Planning Board. Perfectos Coffee Shop would like to construct a drive up window, Ms. Colwell recommends a revised site plan showing how to direct traffic around the back of the building. Mr. Angles added that there would be a lot of traffic where there is not an now and suggests to make it one way. Crossroads Mr. Rowen recommends paving the entire site, and to keep the gate open at all times. Ms. Colwell stated that the applicant must go to the Zoning Board of Appeals to request a modification to allow the gate to remain open. Ms. Colwell is going to seek input from the Police Chief and Fire Chief. Public Hearings (7:30 p.m.) Lot F Flagship Drive-site plan review Ms. Lescarbeau read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Attorney Peter Shaheen was present representing the applicant, Frank Iebba, Engineer for the project was also present, as was the owner of the company, Dr. Meseeh. Mr. Iebba stated they want to build a 32,500 SF one story building located in a I-1 Zoning District. The company, Intellisence Corp. are software developers and assemble sensors for the military. There are 15 employees presently with the company. The business hours would be 8:30a.m.-6:00p.m. Monday - Friday and some Saturdays. Deliveries would occur 1-2 times a week. Mr. Iebba stated that the HVAC units would not be on the building they would be inside of the building along with the dumpster. Mr. Iebba also stated that there would be minimal chemical usage in the plant and all the chemicals would be taken out of the building by Clean Harbors. There was also an issue about earth removal, but is no longer an issue as there will be no dirt taken off property. The issue of lighting was brought up and Mr. Iebba stated that all lights will be facing the property of Flagship Drive and there would not be any in the rear of the building. Mr. Iebba also stated that they would like to have about 75 parking spaces because they may eventually hire more employees. Mr.Bill Krieger of Marion Drive, was concerned about where the cut line was going to be and what would be graded. Mr. Iebba stated they will be starting the grade 150' back from his property and will create a cut with a 3-1 slope down to the parking lot. Trees will be planted at the top of the slope. Ms. Jean Krieger of Marion Drive, had an overall map of North Andover Business Park which she feels shows better what the people face by this building being built here. Ms. Krieger's main concerns were: where the chemicals are being shipped out, if there were going to be any vents along the top of the building, and if there was an alarm that would go off if there was any leakage of chemicals. She questioned the noise from the chemical vents. Dr. Meseeh responded by telling her that all chemicals would be shipped out in their proper containers, and that they would install the proper vents in the roofs of the building. He also 2 said if it was a law then he would definitely install an alarm. Dr. Meseeh will provide information about the noise of the vents. He will also confirm the requirement of an alarm with the building inspector. Mr. Krieger asked where the location of the chemical lab would be and if they would have scrubbers. Dr. Meseeh responded by stating that the chemical lab would be located near the loading docks in front of the building and that there will be scrubbers on the roof. Ms. Mary Mottola has lived in her house for thirty years and has appeared before the planning board many times and was told unofficially that this lot was unbuildable. Mr. Mahoney knew nothing about that. Continued until December 3, 1996 Lots 3 & 4 Rocky Brook II - frontage exception lots Ms. Lescarbeau read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Mr. John Morin, representing Ogunquit Homes Inc., is confirming to the Board that there is enough frontage for lots 3 & 4. Lot 3 has 105' and lot 4 has 58' of frontage. The purpose of frontage exception is that it fits in well geographically. Mr. Morin put up a complete map showing the whole subdivision beyond the two lots. There were wetlands on site and to get to Boxford Street there would be a huge wetland crossing that Con Com would not approve. Mr. Rowen asked, about how large an area of wetlands would have to be crossed to get to Boxford Street. Mr. Morin explained that there was about 500' of wetlands. Mr. Mahoney stated that the Board can grant a special permit and, doesn't feel it will set a precedent. Each case should be dealt with on it's own issues. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Angles, the board voted unanimously to close the public hearing. Ms. Colwell will have a draft decision prepared for the December 3, 1996 meeting. Continued: Rocky Brook II-Subdivision/PRD Ms. Colwell stated that there are outstanding issues with the wetland crossing. The FEMA line needs to be confirmed to make sure the culvert will work. Chief Dolan stated that the 3 connection off Bennett Road to Boxford would not enhance fire protection or the ambulance response and suggests sprinkler systems in houses. Peter Breen will provide an easement to Bennett Road in case of an emergency. Ms. Colwell stated that Con Com will dictate what the wetland crossing will look like. They need to file with Con Com so they can proceed with Peter Breen. Mr. Morin stated that FEMA did a study. Mr. Simons asked if the new rivers bill will effect the site~ Ms. Colwell stated that it will apply but the state has not yet promulgated the regulations. Mr. Chesia has more issues he brought up and Mr. Morin will deal with that. Mr. Rowen suggested that we have a cleared area for access in an emergency situation. Ms. Colwell stated %hat she would check with the Police Chief. Meeting is continued for 90 days. Settlers Ridge - subdivision/PRD Mr. Tom Zahoruiko presented plans. At the last meeting the Board asked Mr. Zahoruiko to review the location of the detention pond. He had reviewed the location with his engineer and with the staff and that is the best location. Ms. Lescarbeau, asked how far off of the existing street is the pond. Mr. Zahoruiko stated it was 60 feet. Mr. Simon suggested that the pond be landscaped. Mr. Zahoruiko stated that the pond would fill in with its own natural growth over time. Ms. Colwell, Mr. Zahoruiko, and Mr. Howard talked about looking to cross the wetland with a box culvert. Ms. Colwell is not comfortable with closing the public hearing until the applicant meets with the Con Com. Discussion was continued until December 17, 1996. Brookview Estates - subdivision/PRD Mr. Mike Rosati presented a 16 lot PRD subdivision. Mr. Rosati has met with Ms. Colwell, Mr. Howard, Mr. Chessia, and Mr. Kindred to review the drainage and to try and keep the ball rolling. Mr. Rosati stated that they are about to file with the Con Com. Mr. Rosati stated that they might not have to construct the detention areas, but they may need a waiver for the PRD boundary. Ms. Colwell stated that this is a unique situation, technically there will be an increase in water flow across the PRD boundary, but not by the time you get to Boxford Street. The biggest concern is water not backing up on Bradshaw property. The applicant will work with the drainage consultant to size the culvert appropriately. Mr. Rosati showed a conventional plan not connecting to Duncan Drive with one less lot. In an effort to move plan forward Mr. Kindred will go with this conventional plan if necessary. Mr. Rowen asked if on the conventional plan does the lot 11 meet all requirements. Mr. Rosati stated that it did. Ms. Colwell stated that Mr. Rosati will have to submit 4 conventional plans to her. Mr. Simon commented to Ms. Colwell about the flood plain on Boxford Street and how it flooded 2-3 feet during the storm. Mr. Simon asked how far the flood plain was away from the septic system. Mr. Rosati stated that it was far away and at a much higher elevation. Elsie Pouliot showed pictures to the Board of water at Duncan Drive as a reason the road should not connect to Duncan Drive. Mr. Simon asked how much upland is open space. Mr. Rosati stated that total open space is 25 acres and the required is 15 acres, the total of upland iS 12 acres and the required is 11. Mr. Angles stated that using topography to control run off is the best idea as long as it is shown to our consultant that it does not create problems at Boxford Street. A site walk is scheduled for November 23, 1996 at 8:00 a.m. 701 Salem Street - Site plan Review Continued until December 3, 1996 meeting. Decisions Salem Forest IV-Subdivision/PRD Ms. Colwell prepared draft decisions for the PRD Special Permit and the Definitive Subdivision for the Board to review. Ms. Colwell recommended approval of the above draft decisions. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Simons, the Board voted as follows to approve their special permit for the draft decision. Mr. Simons yes Mr. Mahoney yes Mr. Rowen yes Ms. Lescarbeau no Mr. Angles no As a special permit requires four affirmative votes, the special permit was denied. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Simons, the Board voted unanimously to deny the definitive subdivision as the PRD vote plan failed. Endorse Plans Lawrence Airport Hangers-Site Plan Review Ms. Colwell received all required documents including the bond and recommended endorsement of the plans. Planning Board endorsed plans. 5 Windkist Farms-Subdivision Planning Board endorsed the plans and signed the covenant. They will be held until all required information has been submitted. Lot Releases/Bonds 521 Dale Street -bond release Ms. Colwell reviewed the site and everything appears to be completed according to plan. Ms. Colwell stated that as this was a very small construction project she recommends waiving the requirement of an as-built plan. Ms. Colwell recommended a bond release of $500.00. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Ms. Lescarbeau, the Board voted unanimously to release the $500.00 bond. White Birch Estates-bond reduction No letter of recommendation from DPW. Nadine Land-bond reduction Mr. Rowen read a letter from DPW recommending a release of $17,400 and the retainage of $42,020. On a motion by Mr. Rowen seconded by Ms. Lescarbeau, the Board voted unanimously to release $17,400 and retain $42,020. Hawthorne Place-bond release Mr. Rowen read a letter from DPW stating that the roadway was accepted at the Town Meeting. The roadway and pump station have been transferred to the town. Ms. Colwell recommends releasing $28,100 the remaining balance of the bond. On a motion by Mr. Rowen seconded by Ms. Lescarbeau, the board voted unanimously to release $28,100. Executive Session On a roll call vote, the Board agreed to move into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the Heritage Estates subdivision. The Board will reconvene in open session. The vote took place at 9:55p.m. Roll call vote: Mr. Mahoney yes Mr. Rowen yes 6 Mr. Angles yes Mr. Simons yes Ms. Lescarbeau yes on a roll call vote, the Board agreed to move out of Executive Session and reconvene in open session. The vote took place at 10:05 p.m. Roll call vote: Mr. Mahoney yes Mr. Rowen yes Mr. Angles yes Mr. Simons yes Ms. Lescarbeau yes Adjournment On a motion by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 10:10 p .m. 7