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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-05-11The North Andover Planning Board held a meeting on May 11, 1989, in the Town Hall, Library/Conference Room. The meeting was called to order by George Perna, Vice Chairman, at 8:35 p.m. Also present were John Simons, Clerk; Erich Nitzsche and Michael Leary. Paul Hedstrom, Chairman arrived at 10:05 p.m. Public Hearinqs Boston Hill Ski Area John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Letters were read from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Conservation Commission. Bob Batal, Batal Builders, of fair,ax, Va. spoke to the Board. The proposed project will contain 104 units. Open space on the property is 79%. There are five (5) acres for commercial development. A pond will be constructed to recycle water to create a waterfall. Four (4) variances have been applied ~or from the Board of Appeals, they are: 2. 3. 4. for the road - from 25' to 22' 50' between buildings - asking minimum of 25', some to be 35' 50' buffer zone - undisturbed - does not meet, 30' closest waiver of height of buildings - required 35' asking for 38' The buildings on the uphill side will be 38' and 2? on the downhill side. Traffic study is being done, if a signal is needed there will be one. Mr. Batal has met with the Trustees of the Reservations several times. A fence is to be placed between the property, six (6) feet high. Maintenance to be taken care of by the association. The Trustees of the Reservation want two accesses to their property. The average cost o~ the units will be $240,000 - $280,000. John Simons asked to see other work done by the builder. Chris Huntress said there was an issue with the 10% grade of the road. John Simons wanted to know the status of the sewer along Route 114. Mr. Batal said he was in the process of mapping out the sewer along Route 114 with others. Bill O'Reilly, Hale & Dorr Attorneys spoke to the Board on the following: Conservation Restriction draft (to be reviewed by Paul Hedstrom) Subdivision plan, the original, with a cul-de-sac Trustess of the Reservation five conditions A site visit will be scheduled. Bernice Fink, an abutter, spoke to the Board on two (2) culverts. One has an increase of water (on the commercial portion of the property). Bob Dunn spoke on the drainage, he said that the State has an easement over his property. George Perna aksed if the drainage pond on the property will allivate run-off to the abutting property. John Cronin, resident of Johnson Street, spoke on the storm sewer water, the source of the water for the waterfall, hydro, claculations and underground streams. Katherine Lawery, abutter, spoke on waste water and construction of a sewer system. John Cronin asked about the Conservation Restriction and if it was for public access. Attorney O'Reilly said it was for the owner of the pRD. Chris Huntress read from the Bylaws, citing that the Town of North Andover has access. Mr Dunn spoke on water from the abutting property. He said that trees have been stripped to his property line from the ABC Bus Company. George Perna recapped some of the issues: 3. 4. 5. lighting - the Board would like to see pictures of the type of lighting to be used. retaining wall sewer and drainage on Route 114 drainage calculations profiles MOTION~ By John Simons to continue the public hering until the second meeting in June, send a letter to Mr. Batal on the concerns and schedule a site visit. SECOND:Michael Leary VOTE: Unanimous of those present. National Aerial Advertisinq - Site Plan Review John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. A letter was read from the Fire Department Wayne Mansfield, owner/applicant of National Aerial Advertising, spoke to the Board on the expansion of his company. John Simons stated that the size of the lot was not big enough, need dimensions of the entire airport. He said that the applicant should withdraw his application because 80,000 sq.ft, is needed in the Industrial-2 Zoning District. Jim Bradley, Lawrence Airport Commission, stated that the airport has bylaws which conflict with the Town Bylaws. Chris Huntress, Environmental Planner, is to speek to the Building Inspector on building permits. Erich Nitzsche asked for drainage calculations. MOTION: By Erich Nitzsche to continue the public hearing till additional information is submitted. SECOND: Michael Leary VOTE: Unanimous George Perna turned the meeting over to the Chairman, Paul Hedstrom at 10:15 p.m. Rosemont - PRD John Simons read the letter Chris Huntress sent to the applicant. John Nolan presented the Board with a package that addressed the concerns that the Board had with the proposed project. George Perna stated that he was still concerned with the subsurface water. Bill McLeod explained to the Board the water tables. There is a new drainage system on Chestnut Street. David Gorden, Andover Consultants, Kurt Young, Wetlands Protction, spoke on the drainage. John Cronin, resident, had a lengthy discussion with Bill McLeod on the drainage. Test pits to be done on the Mill Road side of the property. Katherine Lawery commented on health concerns and the information submitted. MOTION: By George Perna to close the public hearing, review the documents in the file and draft a decision. SECOND: Erich nitzsche VOTE: Unanimous Approval Not Requied Form A Plans Merrimack College MOTION: By Erich Nitzsche to accept the Form A Plans. SECOND: Michael Leary VOTE: Unanimous Discussions Application for Strategic Planning Funds MOTION: By George Perna to sign the application for Strategic Planning Funds. SECOND: Michael Leary VOTE: Unanimous Coventry I An extension of the completion date is needed. Bertha Kozdras, 805 Salem Street would like the information, when available, on the completion date of Coventry I. Brookview Subdivision - Requesting an Extension A letter was read from the owner requesting an to May 30, 1989. MOTION: By Michael Leary to accept the extension SECOND: Erich Nitzsche VOTE: In favor - Michael Leafy, Erich Nitzsche, John Simons and Paul Hedstrom Abstaining - George Perna Jeffrey Place - Bond Acceptance/Lot Release A bond amount of $89,000 was set by the D.P.W. No forms were received by the Board on the bond or lot releases. MOTION: By George Perna to deny the request. SECOND: Michael Leafy VOTE: Unanimous MOTION: By John Simons to go into Executive Session to discuss Coolidge Construction which is in litigation. SECOND: Michael Leafy VOTE: Unanimous The Planning Board went into Executive Session at 11:30 p.m. MOTION: By George Perna to come out of Executive Session. SECOND: Michael Leary VOTE: Unanimous The Board came out of Executive Session at 12:00 p.m. MOTION: By George Perna which allows construction approval subject to the following: 1. common driveway 2. Zoning 3. Conservation 4. Title V Desilets MOTION: By George Perna to direct Town Counsel to enter into Agreement for Judgement as per the following conditions: 1. Engineering ?????? 2. Conservation Commission Approval 3. Run-off Calculations SECOND: Erich Nitzsche VOTE: In favor - George Perna, Erich Nitzsche, John Simons and Paul Hedstrom Abstaining - Michael Leary. MOTION: By John Simons to adjourn the meeting. SECOND: George Perna VOTE: Unaninmos The Planning Board meeting adjourned at 12:10 p.m. Paul A. Hedstrom, Chairman Eaton, Secretary