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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-09-22The North Andover Planning Board held a regular meeting on September 22, 1988, in the Town Hall, Selectmen's Meeting Room. The meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Paul Hedstrom at 7~49 p.m. Also present were George Perna, Vice-Chairman; John Simons, Clerk; Erich Nitzsche and Michael Leary. Public Hearinqs Samuel Phillips Common - Independent Elderly Housing John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Letters were received and read the Fire Department. Samuel Thomas, Lindsay Development, spoke to the Planning Board and thanked them for allowing him time to present the proposed plans to them. Gary Puryear, Moriece & Gary, Landscape Architects, also thanked the Board and the various departments for the cooperation. A model of the proposal was brought before the Board. The proposal is located on Mass. Avenue at the intersection of Route 125. There will be six (6) buildings with a one way drive. There will be a village house for activities, a common, tennis court and putting green. George Perna questioned why there were changes from the original plans the Board had seen. Gary Puryear stated that the chief reason was the garages will be closer to the buildings. The garages were on the opposite side of the road, now adjacent to the buildings, trying to maintain most of the existing conditions in the area. Scott Stocking, Town Planner, asked if the garages could be shifted to either side of the buildings. Mr. Puryear said it could be done but there would be cutting in the wooded area. Samuel Thomas stated that a complete feasibility study was done and the plans reflect that study. John Simons questioned the lot being a different parcel than shown before Town Meeting. He further said the Board gave a preliminary approval to a site plan based on a parcel t~at is not the same as shown. Erich Nitzsche stated that a Form A Plan was approved by the Board a few weeks ago for a portion of the parcel. Paul Hedstrom said there were a number of discussions on this proposal but this is the first public hearing on the Special Permit. George Perna and Erich Nitzsche expressed concerns about the possibility of other Form A lots along Osgood Street. Scott Stocking, Town Planner, said their concerns could be addressed by placing a condition in the decision that no Form A lots will be allowed on the remainder of the property along Osgood Street. Paul Hedstrom explained that the Attorney General Office, ruling on Article ~28, struck down the provision in the article relating to Town Meeting authority and that in effect now is a Bylaw. Scott Stocking, Town Planner, further commented that from preliminary plans to definitive plans there will be changes. John Simons expressed concerns with the changes. Jim Vileco, architect, stated that there will be nine units per building, four units per floor, with one penthouse per building. The buildings to be wood frame with pitched roofs. The garages are to look like carriage houses. The units will be from 1,450 sq.ft, to 1,900 sq.ft. Phil Christiansen gave Erich Nitzsche additional drainage calculations. He said that there would be no increase to the drainage and that a pervious pavement would be used on the roadway for drainage from the roofs. Also that there was no increase in peak flow rates and no increase in volume. Bill Hmurciak, D.P.W., stated that there was a drainage problem down stream near Autran Avenue and expressed concerns with off-site drainage. Scott Stocking, stated that he had received a call from Dave Charette, District #5 D.P.W., and he would like to meet with Phil Christiansen regarding a sewer connection permit from the State if there is an impact. Erich Nitzsche expressed that he would like to meet with Phil Christiansen, Bill Hmuricak, D.P.W., and Scott Stocking, Town Planner to go over the drainage calculations. Gerry Berube, an abutter expressed concerns with lights reflecting in her house. She also stated that the abutter were told they could express their concerns and feels that the abutters were mislead on the project. Elizabeth Pendak, Chickering Road abutter questioned the easement and the size of the proposed project.. Erich Nitzsche requested that the road be staked for a site visit. John Simons asked about the screening of the proposed project. Gary Puryear stated that trees will be relocated to reinforce screening. Paul Hedstrom asked what the distance was between the building and the common area. Gary Puryear said that it was 130 feet. Marry Kennedy spoke on the Traffic Impact Study that was done. The study indicated that there would be low generated traffic. MOTION: By George Perna to continue the public hearing until October 20, 1988. SECOND~ Erich Nitzsche VOTE: Unanimous Girl Scouts, 1740 Turnpike Street - Site Plan Revie~ Bill Aalerud was present and gave the Board a description of what was being proposed. The addition is approximately 1,700 sq.ft, for office retail and storage. The site is 1740 Turnpike Street, Girl Scouts Spar and Spindle Council. Following a brief discussion between Erich Nitzsche and the applicant on the mitigation of run-off and the Town Planner, Scott Stocking on acceleration and deceleration lanes, George Perna Perna made a motion to close the public hearing and take the matter under advisement. John Simons seconded the motion. Erich Nitzsche wanted details on the leach pits. The Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing. Brookview Estates - Definitive Subdivision Scott Stocking, Town Planner, spoke to the Board stating that a letter was received from Thomas Neve requesting an extension. George Rand was present representing the Farnums. He said that because of the large wetlands, the Farnums could not develop the property as the Board had asked. The applicant would like a three (3) month extension so they can complete the original subdivision plans. John Simons stated he was confused as to why the determination of could not be used. Scott Stocking clarified what Mr. Rand was referring to by stating that he had spoken to Tom Neve and the consultants said that in order to do a retail facility and residential component in the market they would be aiming for with VC/VR mix they would need a minimum of 250,000 sq.ft, of retail, based on that square footage and the footprint before the Board, it could not be done, you could not get the square footage on the high ground. A traffic study for the VC/VR is to be done. MOTION: By Michael Leary to accept an extension until October 15, 1988. SECOND: John Simons VOTE: In favor were Michael Leary, John Simons and Paul Hedstrom. Erich Nitzsche opposed George Perna abstained Planning Board Fee Structure Scott Stocking recommended that the public hearing on the Planning Board Fee Structure be continued for further review. MOTIONs By George Perna to continue the public hearing until October 22, 1988. SECOND: Michael Leary VOTE: Unanimous Discussions/Decisions Hickory Hill PRD A brief discussion was held. The draft decision was amended by adding what the easement is designated by and an easement to be shown on the plans for the connection of utilities to Land owned by the Carter's. MOTION~ By John Simons to approve the draft decision subject to adding the amendments. SECOND~ Erich Nitzsche VOTE: Unanimous NOTE: Decision is part of minutes. LOT 3A Bayfield Drive - Site Plan Review Concerns of the Board were signage, lighting and the trees not being cut between Route 125 and the building. The concerns will be conditioned in the decision. Spelling errors will be corrected. MOTION; By Erich Nitzsche to approve the site plan in accordance with the draft decision and amendments. SECONDs Michael Leary VOTEs Unanimous NOTEs Decision is part of minutes. Lot F Flagship Drive - Site Plan Review Paul Hedstrom turned the chair over to Vice Chairman George Perna at 10:25 p.m. Paul Hedstrom suggested that the Board deny the special permit because there was insufficient details protecting the roadway during the construction period because of the large volume of trucks. The estimated amount of material to be removed from the site is 40,000 cubic yards. MOTION, By Paul Hedstrom to deny the application because the plan does not show proper screening, signal light at Willow Street and Route 114, when will it occur, additional information needed on the amount of trucks and the amount of material being removed from the site, security measures to be used during the excavation and fact that the Board understands that in excess of 40,000 cubic yards of material will be removed from the site. SECOND: Erich Nitzsche VOTE: Unanimous NOTEs Decision is part of minutes. Frances & Florence Estates Definitive Modification Following a brief discussion, Scott Stocking said that Florence Estates would have to come back with a complete modification. Bill Hmurciak, D.P.W., asked that a bond in the amount of $26,000 be put up for off-site sewer connection which is 18% of the cost. A covenant will be placed on the unsold lots for the sewer connection MOTION, By Erich Nitzsche to accept the definitive modification decision as drafted and amended on the Frances Estates. SECOND: Michael Leary VOTE, In favor, George Perna, Michael Leary Erich Nitzsche and Paul Hedstrom. John Simons voted nay. NOTE: Decision is part of the minutes. MOTION: By Michael Leary to accept the withdrawal of the Florence Estates Definitive Modification. SECOND~ Erich Nitzsche VOTEs Unanimous Lot 1 Cranberry Lane - Drainage Peter Caurso was present representing abutters who were concerned with the problems on Lot 1 related to drainage. Scott Stocking stated that there is an ongoing problem with Lot 1 and that a lot of fill has been put on that lot. he also said that he had inspected the site and it is not the same as the As-Built Plans that were submitted to the Planning Board. Peter Caurso spoke stating that two years ago he represented abutters and that the decision made by the Planning Board satisfied all parties, the Conservation COmmission, the Town and the Planning Board. The house is now built eight feet higher, drainage drains on the abutters land. The plans show on thing, what was built is another issue. A letter will be sent to the owner of Lot 1 Cranberry Lane. Approval Not Required Form A Plans Lacy Street - Creating Four Lots CBA to be put on the plans - 50 ft with frontage in question. The Board will review the plans on the October 6, 1988 meeting. Flagship Drive - Creating One Lot MOTION: By Erich Nitzsche to deny the Form A Plans applicant does not prove that he has viable and reasonable access onto Turnpike Street from his frontage. SECOND: John Simons VOTE: In favor George Perna, John Simons and Erich Nitzsche Opposed, Michael Leary Paul Hedstrom stated that the Board will get a ruling from Town Counsel and if the Board is wrong the issue will be taken up on October 6, 1988. Cochichewick Drive - Lot Line Adjustment There is a lot line going through a house, possible zoning violation. Board asked the applicant to withdraw the application. MOTION: By Michael to accept the withdrawal SECOND: John Simons VOTE: Unanimous Bonds Oakwood - Bond Release Proposed grade on the original plans are different than what is shown on the As-Built Plans. Bill Hmurciak indicated that the 20 foot easement was not shown as well as the water main to the street. MOTION: By George Perna not to release any bond money at this time. SECOND: John Simons VOTE: Unanimous MOTION: By John Simons to adjourn the meeting. SECOND: Michael Leary VOTE: Unanimous ~~n~B~ard~'ourned at 11:45 p.m.O~ ~. _~~i Paul A. Hedstrom, Chairman ~a~net Eaton, Secretary