HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-03-16The North Andover Planning Board held a meeting on Thursday evening,
March 16, 1989, in the town Hall Selectmen's Meeting Room. The meeting
was called to order at 8:35 p.m. by Vice Chairman, George Perna. Also
present were Erich Nitzsche and John Simons. Michael Leary was absent.
Paul Hedstrom arrived at 8:55 p.m.
Public Hearings
Liberty Hill II - Definitive Subdivision
John Simons read a letter from the Department of Public Works. Also
read was a letter to the engineer from Christian Huntress, Environmental
Planner.
Attorney Abrams presented the Board with the following:
Letter from the Town of Middleton addressing issues
from the D.P.W.
Letter from Mass Electric stating they had no intent
in selling the property
Letter from the Middleton Conservation Commission
saying they were opposed to filling additional
wetlands.
A traffic study was submitted to the Board. The Board expressed
concerns on two issues:
maintenance issue
access issue from both sides.
Paul Hedstrom arrived at 8:55 p.m.
MOTION: By John Simons to continue the public hearing until April 6,
1989.
SECOND: Erich Nitzsche
VOTE~ Unanimous of those present.
George Perna turned the meeting over to the Chairman, Paul Hedstrom at
9:05 p.m.
Rosemont - PRD
John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. A letter
from the Fire Department was also read.
John Nolan, Parthenon Development, spoke to the Board on what was being
proposed.
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44 homes - 17 buildings containing 2 to 3 units
located off Chestnut Street near Mill Road on 46 acres.
65% open space
maximum 3 units per building
units to be from 1,800 sq.ft, to 2,800 sq.ft.
2 and 3 bedroom units with 2 car garage
tennis court, putting green
Nancy Leask, Land Planner for Sasaki Associates, spoke on an emergency
access road from the Holly Ridge Subdivision. Ms. Leask showed the
Board a cross section of the property and elevations. Rip-rap to be
placed in two sections.
Paul Hedstrom asked the grade of the road. John Nolan said the grade of
the road was 8.3%.
Henry Fink, Turnpike Street, questioned the word grant in an easement.
John Nolan said grant was to homeowners.
Veronica Mandry, Summer Street,questioned the percentage of open space
and where is the water going to flow.
John Nolan addressed the question on the flow of the water. He said
that there would be a series of detention pond and that the rate of flow
was the same.
Phil Christiansen, Christiansen & Sergi, spoke in behalf of ZMC Trust.
He submitted a letter regarding the pump station. John Nolan cited that
the first choice was Holly Ridge pump station, the owners of Holly Ridge
wanted a substantial amount. Mr. Nolan said that he chose the 0sgood
pumping station.
A brief discussion took place on the drainage. Mr. MacLeod said there
were off-site drainage improvements. George Perna wants minus impact on
Mosquito Brook.
MOTION: John Simons to continue the public hearing until the first
meeting in April and schedule a site visit.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTE~ Unanimous of those present.
Milco Realty Trust - Subdivision
Joseph Fitzgibbons, attorney requested an extension for two months.
MOTION: BY Erich Nitzsche to accept an extension until the end of May.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Woodchuck Grove - PRD
John Simons read a letter from the applicant requesting an extension.
MOTION: By John Simons to accept an extension to May 15 and requested an
extension to June 16 for a decision.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Boston Brook - PRD & Subdivision
John Simons read a letter from the Board of Health.
The Board waives the fee ~or modification.
MOTION: John Simons to accept the letter of withdrawal without prejudice.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Approval Not Required Form A Plans
Barker Street - Chanqing Lot Lines, Creating New Lot
MOTION: George Perna to deny because plans are incomplete.
SECOND: John Simons
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Lacy Street
MOTION: Erich Nitzsche to approve plan of land, E&F Builder dated 3/5/89.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTER: Unanimous of those present.
Decision
Circuit Repair
Chris Huntress to draft a decision with Paul Hedstrom's help.
MOTION: By George Perna to vote on a decision on APril 6, 1989.
SECOND: John Simons
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Discussions
Coventry I - Completion of Road
Abutters concerned about the condition of the road. Bill Hmurciak will
notify developer about the conditions of the road.
Brook Street - Farnum Property
Tom Neve spoke to the Board on the rezoning of the Farnum Property.
Route 114 portion change to VC for 1,QOO feet back from Route 114. and
the rest VR. Two articles are needed on the VC area and one on the
R-3. The Farnums objected to the R-3 rezoning, they wanted VR.
Route 114/125 Hillside Road
Frank Serio spoke on the rezoning of the area.
with R-6 Zoning but want relief on the 3 acres.
parcels to get the acreage.
The owners want to go
They would need 7
MOTION: By John Simons to go with one zone, R-6, with 3 acres, 150 foot
frontage.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTE: Unanimous o:~ those present.
MOTION: By George Perna to present articles to the warrant.
SECOND~ John Simons
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Frances Estates
Lot Release
Oakwood Subdivision - Windsor Lane
MOTION~ George Perna not to release anything
SECOND~ John Simons
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
MOTION: By John Simons to adjourn the meeting.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
The meeting adjourned at 12:45 p.m.
Paul A. Hedstrom, CHairman
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