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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-03-16Planning Board Meeting Minutes Maroh 16, 1993 Senior Center The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. Members Present: George Perna, Chairman, John Draper, Joseph Mahoney, Richard Nardella and Richard Rowen. John Simons arrived at 7:45 p.m. Also present was Kathleen Bradley, Town Planner. Warrant articles The Chairman signed the warrant articles for the Annual Town Meeting. &pproval Not Required Form & Plans Os~ood Street - Hartrich Property & Public Hearinas Stevens Crossin= - Definitive Subdivision/ PRD There was a discussion of the proposed Form A Plan. The plan would eliminate the need for the 50' buffer zone problem. The Zoning Board of Appeals will only be focusing on the lot size variance. The developer must work with the topography at the entrance, the pavement of the entry way must take into consideration the existing conditions and may need to be creative with the sidewalk placement. The developer was asked to extend the back lot lines to eliminate strip of open space along the back and to enlarge the lots. Mr. Draper spoke on preserving the most substantive trees. The developer has to work with D.P.W. Mr Draper spoke about landscaping along the Rockwell property line. Mr. Laudani stated that there was not growth along the soccer field and that he would put 8 foot trees there. The Planning Board will review the project, additional screening may be required. Mr. Rockwell wanted clarification of what happens with the Hartrich Property. Mr. Perna explained that the lot line would change, but there would be no increase in the size of the lots. A landscape plan will be submitted by the developer. Mr. Nardella explained how the ANR Plan fits in with this development. The ANR will be held in escrow until the parcel exchanges hands. The ANR will not be filed until this occurs. Random plantings will be placed along Lot 17 and the Rockwell's property, varying in types, 8 feet in height. Mr. Draper asked if the current driveways at the mansion and the Hartrich House can be preserved. Mr. Laudani stated that the entry way will be preserved with white fencing, and only one entryway cut. Stone entryway with slate sign. Mr. Simons arrived at 7:45 p.m. Mr. Simons had questions on what the houses will look like. Mr. Laudani stated that some brick will be used throughout the development, but not all houses will have brick. Mr. Simons wanted consistent architectural harmony along the historic street scape and maintain a mix of styles. William Rockwell, 676 Osgood Street, wanted the Board to look at the entire area. He stated that 14 houses on 5 acres is out of place, doesn't fit, spoils the entire area. The Kettenbach lots have 27 acres and the Board only allowed 3 houses. Mr Simons stated that Mr. Kettenbach had only come before the Board for 3 houses. A letter from the Rockwell's was handed out to the Board and read into the record and is part of the file. On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Draper the Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing and take the matter under advisement. A decision will be drafted for the March 30th meeting. On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Draper the Board signed the Form A Plan. Cobblestone Crossinq - Definitive Subdivision/P~ Ms. Bradley read a letter to Mr. A1 Shaboo. Berm along the "99" with plantings but concern that would need a variance to do something in the 50' buffer zone. Wetlands - need letter from the Conservation Commission. Mr. Nardella asked if there was a validated contract with the property owner. The owners are the Messina's, the developer is Grifoni. Mr. Draper wants to see substantial buffer along the "99" border. Mr. Simons expressed concerns about marketability. Mr. James Grifoni, White Birch Construction, stated that the site has trees, a country setting, and there will be traditional homes set in the woods, a private site. There are dense woods along the back of the "99" Restaurant. A row of 10' pines along the "99" border, dense bush along the back may be required. The Board would like to see a final plan prior to closing the public hearing. The Board wanted one lot eliminated behind the "99". Mr. Draper would like to see the best effort to create buffer zone. Mitigation plan for noise issues. Mr. Mahoney stated that home buyers will know that they are moving in behind the "99". Brian Healy, Mass Avenue, expressed concerns on the following: need to control people leaving the "99" construction noise problems a. limit construction noise, police enforce Conditions on opening and closing of roadway. Mr. George Carey expressed concerns about the PRD. Mr. Bill Hansen also expressed concerns about the PRD. Mr. Simons had that following comments: 2. 3. 4. 1/2 acre lot zoning design flexibility creates larger buffers keep new housing and roadway away from existing houses Mr. John Dalkner expressed concerns about Mass Avenue and the traffic. Mr. Perna stated that a traffic study may be required. D.P.W. permit will be required. A State Mr. Shaboo stated that the traffic could be re-routed to alleviate traffic problems in this area. Construction traffic to be kept to the major roads. Mr. John Leman, Pine Ridge Road, asked developer to put stipulations in the deed regarding potential "99" problems. On a motion by Mr. Draper, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted to continue the public hearing. Staff was directed to write a letter to the applicant outlining the issues. White Birch Estates II - Definitive Subdivision/PRD Mr. Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. A letter was also read from the Technical Review Committee. The Technical Review Committee stated that the PRD proposed did not fit the current zoning and that the town would like to see industrial use in the industrially zoned land. Mr. A1 Shaboo, Environeers, Inc., does not believe that there is any market for industrial use at this time. Mr. Nardella asked if the land would remain under the same ownership. Mr. Shaboo said the applicant would probably not go forward with any industrial use. There are 10 acres in residential, could probably get 9 acres. Mr. James Grifoni, White Birch Construction, stated that the industrial portion of the proposed is too small of a lot for industrial use. The length of the first cul-de-sac in White Birch I is 800 feet and the second cul-de-sac is also 800 feet long. Mr. Draper asked the developer to fix the two cul-de-sac connections. Ms. Bradley asked the applicant to withdraw the application. The applicant agreed. The Board would waive fees for re-submittal. George Chouy asked what the minimum acreage required. asked about sewage requirements. He also Karen Nelson, Director of Planning & Community Development stated that a 10 acre minimum was required for a PRD, sewage was not a requirement. Mr. Chouy was confused about how the PRD works. He also expressed concerns with construction noise. Mr. Simons stated that there was not requirement that you have to have sewage, lots have to qualify individually for septic systems. Questions as to lack of acreage for PRD on White Birch I. Mr. George Barker stated that the plan submitted tonight was beneficial to the residents. Questions were raised on zoning change. Questions were also raised on a variance. Ms. Nelson stated that no variance would be allowed because it would be a use variance. On a motion by Mr. Draper, seconded by Mr. Nardella the Board voted to accept the withdrawal without prejudice. BOOth Street - Definitive Subdivision Mr. Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Daniel O'Connell, Christiansen & Sergi, Inc., Mr. Simons asked if Booth Street was built. Mr. Perna stated that Booth Street was a dirt road with utilities. There is no legal public access because it goes across someone's land. Mr. Perna stated that by right all development should be denied because of no access. He asked that the location of the cul-de-sac be changed. Mr. Mahoney stated that a land court decision was needed on this to determine ownership. Mr. Simons said only pave enough to get to the house. Questions on who owns the land and/or street were raised. Staff is to draft letter to the applicant asking for status of street, who owns it, any deeds and land court records. A Technical Review Committee Meeting is scheduled for April 24, 1993 at 10:00 a.m. On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Mahoney the Board voted to continue the public hearing to the next meeting. Bake 'N' JoY - Site Plan Review - Willow Street Mr. Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Mr. Simons also read a letter from the applicant requesting continuance of the public hearing to April 20th. Mr. James Bourgeois, Thomas E. Neve Associates, gave a brief introduction of the project. On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Draper the Board voted to continue the public hearing to April 20, 1993. 232 sutton Street - Bite Plan Review Mr. Mahoney excused himself for conflicts of interest. Mr. Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Mr. Perna outlined the problem areas. Ted Rademaker: 1. Rhododendrons added to cover the handicapped ramps. 2. 6" diameter trees Mr. Draper wanted specific details in decision. 1. vinyl siding 2. color renderings 3. roof material - asphalt 4. skylights in roof 5. sunburst with shutters on existing.windows A parking lease required with the ability to lock 3rd floor. Mr. Perna stated that normally, off site parking is not allowed. No Certificate of Occupancy for 2nd floor. The Town will have the right of inspection. Both staircases can be closed off. Covenant in deed requiring this lease. The access way cannot accommodate two cars, eliminate part of the greenspace. Enter on Sutton Street exit off of Charles Street. Mr. Matses, owner of Charles Street, problems with parking on Charles Street. enforce no parking on Charles Street. stated that there were He wants the Police to Mr. Nardella suggested the public hearing be continued. He had the following comments: physical appearance - no dumpsters fence along Charles Street The applicant was directed to work with Mr. Matses, the owner of Charles Street, to work on access issues to the site from Charles Street. On a motion by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Draper the Board voted to continue the public hearing to the next meeting. &d~ournment The meeting adjourned at approximately 11:30 p.m. net L. ~.aton, secretary George Perna, Chairman