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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-05-17· lann~ng Boar~ Meeting M~nutes ~ ~?~ 1994 Sen~or ce=ret The meeting was called to order at 7:20 p.m. M~hers Present Richard Daghlian. John Simons arrived at 9:40 p.m. Nardella, Chairman, Richard Rowen, Clerk, and John Also present was Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Planner. [Note: Michael Pansavoy - Prospective Planning Board member attended] ADS - Desi_cm Review Mr. Thomas Grape told the Board ground breaking should start in July. Mr. Nardella discussed use of function rooms for town meetings. Mr. Grape showed the Board a smaller footprint of the proposed building. Clapboard siding, "Cape Cod Grey", double hung windows, covered porches, cedar shake with a slightly lighter colored grey are proposed. Site Changes: 4 4. 5. 6. reduced the number of parking spaces in front along the entry circle. lowered grade of parking to address drainage concerns of neighbors sloped granite curbing on main drive additional landscaping more green space, less building detention area to left of the building, catch basins tied into detention area, will only be standing water immediately after a rainstorm, grassed area. Mr. Nardella stated that trees will be added along Route 125, the developer may need permission from the state to plant in the right- of-way. Mr. Nardella questioned if there were street construction issues. Mr. Grape told Mr. Nardella that there will be some utility work necessary in the road but nothing substantial. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Daghlian, the Board voted to approve elevation and building materials. Phillios Comon - Entranc~ Mr. Thomas Laudani, representing Homeowners Association, told the Board that the Homeowners Association would like to continue lighting the Phillips Common sign. Mr. Nardella stated that the sign is on commonly owned land. Mr. Rowen told Mr. Laudani that the Homeowners Association should address the issue with the Building Inspector. The Planning Board decision required the lighting to be removed prior to acceptance of the street by the Town. The Town has now accepted the street therefore the lights must be removed. If the Homeowners want to keep the sign lit, they must go to the Code Enforcement Officer for a determination. Lot Release/9oad Set Christmas Tree Estates - Lot Release White Birch Construction sold Christmas Tree Estates to Belford Construction. Belford Construction will now be responsible for the construction of the subdivision. Mr. Joseph Cristaldi was present. There is 146 ft. of existing pavement on South Bradford Street in front of Lot 1. Mr. cristaldi was requesting the release of Lot 1 only at this time. There was a discussion that $8,000 site opening bond was sufficient. Mr. Nardella stated that no more lots will be released until the entire roadway bond has been posted. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Daghlian, the Board voted to release LOt 1, Christmas Tree Estates. The Chairman also voted in the affirmative. Cobblestone Crossina Phase I! - Postina Bond/Lot Release Ms. Colwell read a letter from D.P.W. recommending a $28,695 bond be posted. Mr. Laudani requested the release of Lots 18, 19 , 20, 21 and 22 in Cobblestone II. A motion was made by Mr. Daghlian to accept bond of $28,695 as recommended by D.P.W. There was no second. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by, Mr. Daghlian, the Board voted to accept a bond amount of $28,695 plus 10% ($31,564). The Chaizman also voted in the affirmative. On a motion byMr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Daghlian, the Board voted to release the site opening bond upon receipt of the roadway bond. The Chairman also voted in the affirmative. Lot 14 Fullor ROad - Lot Release Attorney Swartz was present requesting a release of the covenant on Lot 14 Fuller Road. On a motlon by Mr. Daghlian, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the Board voted to release Lot 14 Fuller Road. The Chairman also voted in the affikmative. ~erad Place II! - Definitive Subdivision/Special Permit PR~ Mr. Rowen read the legal notices to open the public hearings. Mr. Thomas Here was present representing Mr. Robert Janusz. gave the Board the following info£mation: He Phase III of developing Mr. Janusz' land reviewed property under conventional zoning which is partially R-2 and with the majority in R-1 road exit from Candlestick and extend approximately 900 ft. of roadway all lots but one serviced by subdivision road, all have required acreage, CBA, frontage and have passed Board of Health septic tests Ms. Colwell to check date of endorsement of Jerad II plan. PRD Plan: minimum of 25,000 sq. ft. allowed, all lots are greater than 40,000 sq. ft. 50 ft. buffer zone line shown on plans wetland line shown on plans · 50 ft. no construction zone 25 ft. not cut zone no variances required waiver of roadway length is the only subdivision waiver requested 35% open space required in a PRD creates greenbelt along Forest Street and keeps open water wetland available as open space nearest house to Forest Street will be 300 ft. away roadway is the same length in both conventional and PRD plan Mr. Nardella stated that the Board previously reviewed this under a request for a determination of the zoning. The Board requested that Mr. Neve go through the calculation of lots under the conventional subdivision. Three 1 acre lots in Jerad II are reconfigured. One 1 acre lot remains in Jerad II on Sugarcane Lane, two 1 acre lots become part Of Jerad Place III. The conventional plan has two i acre lots and six 2 acre lots. The detention ponds designed to mitigate run-off, retain/detain water - sto~mwater mitigation and to "clean" water before it is released to protect watersheds. The ponds will hold a 12 hour volume of water. Mr. Daghlian asked how close will the houses be? 3,200 sq. ft. footprints shown Lot i & 2 Lot 2 & 3 LOt 3 & 4 The response: 80 ft. 100 ft. 60 ft. Mr. Rowen stated that the extension of Sugarcane Lane used leaching pits in the island to avoid detention/retention ponds. He questioned whether this was possible for the Jerad III island. Mr. Neve stated that 250 ft. of road drains to the cul-de-sac without any basins, water will run in a swale along lot lines in to wetlands. Mr. Nardella - catch basins at end of road draining into cul-de- sac. Issues of sidewalks was discussed.. Mr. Neve said possible use of sidewalk money to tie water-line into Forest Street. Mr. Nardella had questions of site distance on Candlestick. Mr. Neve stated that there is a 30' pavement radius at entrance to Candlestick. Mr. Nardella asked that discussions continue to June 7 meeting, to discuss drainage, sidewalks, roadway width, island width. Mr. Peter Besson, Candlestick Road, questioned as to how many lots/new houses will be created that access Candlestick. Mr. Neve replied: 8 as part of Jerad II 2 on Sugarcane - existing lots 7 as part of Seven Oaks 17 lots Mr. Besson asked if economics marketability. taken into consideration and Mr. Nardella replied "no, marketability is not something that the Board has the power to review." The developer must show a buildable subdivision. A PRD creates protected open space and creates 50 ft. no build buffer zone. Mr. Neve will calculate additional area of open space protected by 50 ft. buffer zone. Ms. Ann Perry , Sugarcane Lane asked if any filling on lots. Mr. Neve replied, no filling of wetlands but the site will be graded for the house sites and septic systems. Mr. George Perna, D.P.W. Director, asked that the limit of clearing be shown. Mr. Neve stated that there was a continuous barrier of erosion control shown on the plan. Elizabeth Williams, Candlestick, asked what is the distance between homes in the conventional plan. Mr. Neve replied that homes are similar distance apart in both conventional and PRD plans. Ms. Williams stated that houses would be large for lots. Mr. Neve told her house footprints are large to give developer flexibility. Mr. Janusz intends to put same covenants on Phase II and as Phase III. Mr. Scott Williams, Candlestick Road, concerned about wetland line. Mr. Sam Gagliano, Candlestick Road, stated that the intersections of Forest and Boxford Streets have become dangerous, concerned about site distance. Jerry Peterson, Candlestick Road, also had concerns about traffic. Ms Amy Lyons asked why wasn't Lot 11 included in the subdivision. Mr. Neve stated that topography of area does not allow for access across wetland to that lot through the subdivision. Carolyn Dudman,Sugarcane Lane, asked if the drainage will effect wetlands. Mr. Neve stated that ponding areas store the water to settle out particulates and regulate flow into the wetlands, detention areas and catch basins cleaned out periodically by D.P.W. Ms Dudman concerned about salt and sand. Mr. Perna stated that salt and sand was cleaned out in catch basins. Mr. David Sherman, Candlestick Road, asked if Candlestick Road drainage be effected. Mr. Neve stated that no drainage from this road will enter existing roadway. Mr. Tony Campagne, Boxford Street, asked if any road construction involved in existing streets. Mr. Neve stated that none is currently planned however, water main in Forest Street may be effected. Mr. Perna stated that from now on with any off site construction, a developer will have a paid full time person to monitor construction. Mr. John Leeman, Pine Ridge Road, asked is the 50 ft. buffer zone calculated as part of 35% open space. Mr. Neve stated it is where it is part of the open space. Mr. Leeman asked when were the wetlands flagged? Mr. Neve replied, "last spring". Mr. Leeman asked if any oil or grease traps in catch basins? Mr. Neve replied, "yes". Ms. Williams asked what is the direct benefit to the Town of the open space. Mr. Neve replied, to preserve forested area along Forest Street. Mr. Rowen read a memo to the Board from Richard Doucette, Conservation Administrator, regrading PRD's John Simons arrived at 9:40 p.m. Mr. Michael Staff, Sugarcane Lane, asked if construction on both Seven Oaks and Jerad Place III at the same time? Mr. Rowen said, probably, Seven Oaks is an approved subdivision. Mr. Besson asked how many extra lots could be added to Candlestick Road. Ms. Elsie Pouliot asked where will Jerad IV go? Mr. Neve replied, off of Boxford Street. Ms. Pouliot expressed concerns about the number of septic systems in the area. Mr. Neve stated that they conform to Town guidelines which are more stringent than State regulations. Mr. Nardella stated that discussions would continue to the June 7th meeting. Mr. Simons to review all material and notes from discussions that took place before his arrival. Bond Reduction North ;ltndover Estates The Board reviewed a memo from D.P.W. regarding reduction in the bond. Mr. Nardella would recommend release of $6,000. Mr. Simons stated that there were significant problems on the site, need to send a message to the developer. Mr. Nardella concerned about the state of the curbing in the subdivision. Keep 189,350 plus 10%. Mr. Simons wants to send message to the developer and not release any money. Mr. Daghlian wants to give the developer $6,000. Mr. Daghlian made a motion to release $6,000. There was no second. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Simons, the Board voted not to release any money at this time. Ms. Colwell to confirm total amounts held. Mr. Nardella to write a letter regarding information needed from North Andover Estates. Linda Hartnett, Rosemont Drive, asked why no granite curbing in front of house. Mr. Perna stated that granite curbing was not required in subdivision approval, but cape cod berm will be required. Booth Street - Bond Reduction D.P.W. recommended that $14,300 be released for work completed on the water main and the curbing. On a motion by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the Board voted to release $14,300 for Booth Street. Villaae Way - Bond R®duotion Applicant did not have a recommendation from D.P.W. and Planning Staff needs more time to review documents. Board did not act on applicant's request. Public Hearings SharDners Pond Road - Lot 6 & 7 Special Permit C~..mon Driveway an,~ Lots 8 & 9 SDecial Permit Common Driveway Mr. Chris White reminded the Board that this was a continuation of the public hearing on the common driveways for Sharpners Pond Road. The driveways will be 14 ft wide, paved. The proposal minimizes impacts to the wetlands. Lot 9 will have a conservation restriction on back 20 acres. There will be graded turnouts. Houses will be built to fit the topography. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Simons, the Board voted to closet he public hearing and directed staff to draft a decision. approval Not Reauired - Form a Plans 1063 Salem Street Mr. Rowen stated that for lots that have variances, the Planning Board should sign it and talk with the ZBA. Mr. Gene Willis went to the ZBA, discussed the variances with that Board. It will cause an extreme hardship if it is not signed so that he can pull a building permit. On a motion by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the board directed staff to sign the Form A Plan. 15 Rosedale avenue Frontage, area and setback variances requested and received on lot from the ZBA. On a motion by Mr. Rowen seconded by Mr. Simons, the Board directed staff to sign the Fol~ a Plan. The ZBA limited lot to single family homes. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Simons, the Board directed staff to sign the Form A Plan. On a motion by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Rowen, directed staff to sign the Form A Plan. Suoaroane Lane On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Simons, directed staff to sign the Form A Plan. Minutes april 5. 1994 april 7, 1994 aDrfl 12. 1994 the Board the Board