HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-11-03On November 3, 1988 the North Andover Planning Board held a regular
meeting in the Town Hall Selectmen's Meeting Room. The meeting was
called to order at 7..50 p.m. by Vice Chairman, George Perna. Also
present were John Simons, Clerk and Michael Leary. Paul Hedstrom,
Chairman arrived at 8..20 p.m. Erich Nitzsche was absent.
Public Hearings
Subdivision Rules and Regulations
John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Scott
Stocking, Town Planner stated that he had sent a memo to the Board with
changes in the Rule and Regulations. The changes were:
1. reorganization
2. procedures
3. outline standards
minor changes
Section #2 added definition - what constitutes an ANR Plan.
Institution of the Technical Review COmmittee and part of the
procedure. Form U procedures were added.
George Perna asked if he could incorporate similar to the Site Plan
Review check list.
Scott further cited changes..
Section on Bond Releases - in timely manor
Section #5 many changes.
John Simons asked if width and length of cul-de-sac was dealt with or
were there changes.
Scott said Section #7 deals with roads, turnaround, islands and
cul-de-sacs (length 500').
George Perna questioned dead end streets being longer. Scott said there
would be tests. John Simons spoke regarding variances and the way.
George Perna wants to incorporate grandfathering into the Rules and
Regulations.
Scott stated that he and Bill Hmurciak were working on Section #10,
dealing with fee for public ways.
MOTION, By John Simons to continue the public hea~irf~/until
~7 ,.~
SECOND: Michael Lear¥
VOTE.. Unanimous of those present.
Discussions
.Campbell Forest
Ge~r~r~%~ortin, Richard F. Kaminksi Associates, spoke to the Board citing
the loc~ion of the project, being located off Campbell Road. Joseph
Cushing, also of Kaminski Associates, stated that he has an approved
subdivisi°h (1979) plan. Denial from the Conservation Commission that
was appealed .~hrough DEQE, filed EIR - MEPA found incomplete.
Scott Stocking clarified by saying that it is in the middle of comment
stage from the State. Joseph Cushing stated that the roadway is the
same layout. The plans will incorporate changes from DEQE and that he
will live with the plans approved and incorporate recommendations from
various department treating changes as modification. Scott Stocking
questioned effects of Wetland Protection Act.. Joseph Cushing stated
that he would have to conform to DEQE at the time of submission. John
Simons questioned if the upland requirements had been met. Joseph
stated that he has not looked closely at the lots, possibility some lots
not acceptable.
George Perna stated that it will be a new filing for the Planning
Board. Attorney Howard Spicer spoke on the 8 years as zoning freeze not
on the subdivision.
Paul Hedstrom, Chairman arrived at 8:20 p.m.
Public Hearinqs
Chestnut Street - Four (4) Common Driveway Special Permits
John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing.
Thomas Neve, Thomas E. Neve Associates, was presenting representing Ben
Osgood. He stated the the common driveway would service 11 house lots
and that he had been working with staff and the Conservation
COmmission. George Perna wanted to know if this was presented before.
There are 12 Form A Plans.
Paul Hedstrom stated the Conservation wanted 1 crossing of the
wetlands. The Planning Board wanted a common driveway servicing 8 lots.
John Simons said it was a subdivision.
Scott Stocking stated that it could easily meet the requirements of the
CLuster Development.
John Simons read a letter from the Fire Chief.
Tom Neve said it would not meet the current zoning standards, (75% CBA).
Bill Hmurciak, D.P.W. stated that the utilities in easements - private,
not maintained, roads. ~
Jack Lindon, Conservation Commission Chairman, favored plans presented
to the Board.
Tom Neve stated that 3,200 sq.ft, of wetland was being filled. Scott
Stocking stated that on the previous plans 5,000 sq.ft, of wetlands were
to be filled. George Perna stated that there were too many houses.
John Simons agreed. John Simons also stated that the driveway was too
big.
MOTION: By George Perna to close the public hearing and take the matter
under advisement.
SECOND: John Simons
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
The matter will be put on the November 17, 1988 agenda for discussion.
MOTION: By Michael Leary to recess for 5 minutes.
SECOND: John Simons
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
The Planning Board recessed at 9:30.
At 9:35 p.m. the Planning Board reconveniened the meeting.
C&P Realty Trust - Site Plan Review
Peter Samaris presented the Board with revised plans. Landscaping is
still needed.
Following a brief discussion was held on the landscaping.
MOTION, By Michael Leary to close the public hearing and take the matter
under advisement.
SECOND:George Perna
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Discussion
Lot 1 Cranberry Lane
A letter was given to the Planning Board by attorney Phil Shea from the
engineer. He stated that the lot was sold and the new owner built the
house and too large with respect to the drainage calculations for the
parcel. Paul Hedstrom questioned if it was a Planning Board issue.
Attorney Peter Caurso spoke to the Board stating that the buffer area
had been disturbed with the building of the larger house. Landscape
plans were presented to the Board. Mr. Cone has been notified of the
drainage, no Certificate of Occupancy to be issued.
The owner of the subdivision will plant 10 hemlocks.
Penni Lane
Paul Hedstrom stated that he would talk to Scott Follansbee.
to call Scott Stocking on Monday.
Approval Not Required Form A Plans
Flaqship Drive
Mr Nelson
MOTION, By George Perna to approve the Form A Plan.
SECOND: Michael Leafy
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Bonds/Lot Releases
Salem Forest III Lot Release
Applicant needs Lot Release forms.
MOTION: By George Perna to release lot 1 3, and 5.
SECOND: Michael Leary
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Deerfield - Hollyridge - Bond Release
MOTION: By John Simons to release $114,000 in accordance with a letter
from Bill Hmurciak, D.P.W.
SECOND: Michael Leary
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Turner Estates - Bond Release
MOTION: By Michael Leary to release $22,700 in accordance with the
recommendation from D.P.W.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTE: Unanimous of those present
Election of Officers
To be placed on the agenda for November 17, 1988
MOTION: By George Perna to adjourn the meeting.
SECOND: Michael Leary
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Paul A. Hedstrom, Chairman
a~ %.. Eaton, Secretary