HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-05-18The North Andover Planning Board held a meeting on May 18, 1989, in the
Town Hall, Library/Conference Room. The Meeting was called to order at
8:30 p.m. by George Perna, Vice Chairman. Also present were John
Simons, Clerk and Erich Nitzsche. Michael Leary was absent. Paul
Hedstrom arrived at 9:00 p.m.
Due to the lack of a quorum, the Board took care of issues that needed
only three votes and would follow the agenda as soon as a fourth member
was present.
Approval Not Required Form A Plans
Marbleridqe Road - Creatinq 1 Lot
MOTION: By Erich Nitzsche to endorse the Form A Plans.
SECOND: John Simons
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Public Hearinqs
Milco - Subdivision
John Simons read a letter from the applicant requesting an extension to
June 30, 1989.
MOTION: By John Simons to grant the extension to June 30, 1989 subject
to the applicant filling out the proper form.
SECOND: Erich Nitzsche
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Discussions
Coventry II
John Simons read a letter from D.P.W. setting the bond amount to
$280,000. Erich Nitzsche questioned what part of the road does the bond
cover. Bill Hmurciak said 2,900 ft to Salem Street. Erich Nitzsche
would like to see an emergency access to Coventry I. Joe Cristaldi said
between Coventry I and II there is a scenic road way because of
environmental concerns. Erich said that he could still pave that area,
and that it was an emergency access from Dale Street to Salem Street.
Joe Cristaldi said that during the planning stages paving to be done
last. Erich Nitzsche wanted some guarantee to ensure that the work
would be done.
George Perna suggested the following:
up the bond amount
hold two or three lots.
Bill Hmurciak, D.P.W. said that there was a safety issue and maintenance
issue. If houses are built there would be a need for a cul-de-sac.
George Perna if it was a long term issues Cor the road to connect, then
hold 8 or 10 lots or up the bond to ensure the work will be completed.
Joe Cristaldi said that holding the lots would hurt him as a developer.
He would perfer uping the bond amount. Bill Hmurciak said off hand that
the bond amount would be $900,000. Joe Cristaldi spoke on the original
figure of $280,000 being high, that he had figured $180,OOO, but Bill's
iigure included the pumping station.
George Perna asked Joe if that was a fair figure. Joe siad that there
was 2,500 ft of pavement to be paved.
John Simons asked that Coventry I be cleaned up before lots on Coventry
II were releases. Erich Nitzsche said that Coventry I and II are two
separate issues. George Perna asked for input for the D.P.W. Bill
Hmurciak said that D.P.W. was opposed to scenic roadways. Erich asked
that the design be worked out, but set up the bond,
Paul Hedstrom arrived at 9:00 p.m.
George Perna spoke to Paul Hedstrom on what the situation was and
questioned 2,500 fl2 and bonding to connect Coventry I to Coventry II.
Joe Cristaldi said the roadway was 18 feet wide through wetlands and
there are 6 lots within the twenty-five (25) feet. Bill Hmurciak said
that the utilities were in at the present time. Joe Cristaldi said that
dozer work to be done as well as grading and paving and estimated that
it would cost approximately $95,000 to complete that work. Paul
Hedstrom said it was questionable about the Planning Board requesting
bond for off site work.
Bill Hmurciak said that in his original figure, $45,000 was for the pump
station and maintaining it for 5 years. Paul Hedstrom suggested adding
$50,000 to the bond, Tri-Party requesting 330,000 plus $50,000.
A lengthy discussion on bonding and Coventry I and Coventry II
connecting.
MOTION: By John Simons to approve the bond amount of $350,000 for
Coventry II subject to application of $280,000 for D.P.W. (per
letter) and $70,000 for connection of the two roads, the exact
amount to be determined later upon further study.
SECOND:Paul Hedstrom
VOTE: In Favor - John Simons, George Perna and Paul hedstrom
Opposed - Erich Nitzsche
Erich Nitzsche stated that he opposed because he felt that the Board was
setting themselves up as a bonding agent.
Bill Hmurciak wants something in writing on what exactly the Planning
Board wants.
George Perna turned the meeting over to the Chairman Paul Hedstrom at
9:25 p.m.
Riparian Realty Trust - Site Plan Review
John Simons read a letter from the applicant requesting an extension on
the public hearing.
MOTION: By George Perna to vote a denial subject to the applciant coming
in with a suitable extension, the facts of the Boards denial in
are in the file.
SECOND: John Simons
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Discussions
129 Main Street - Site Plan Review
Chris Huntress, Environmental Planner spoke to the Board on the
application. John Willis, Jr. has go before the Board of Appeals with
regards to the Building Inspectors interpertation whether a Site Plan
Review was needed to this existing structure that was being renovated on
the inside only. The applicant is requesting a withdrawal of the
application because Site Plan Review is not needed and requested that
the filing fee be returned.
MOTION: By John Simons to accept the withdrawal without prejudice and
return one half of the filing fee.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Hitchinq Post Road - Definitive Subdivision
Bill Hmurciak, D.P.W., requested Hitching Post Road be placed on the
agenda because work is going on at the site.
Paul hedstrom said to readvertise for a modification by the planning
Board under Chapter 40A, SectionS1W.
George Perna asked for a copy of the plan on file with the Registry of
Deeds. Paul hedstrom asked that the matter be placed on the agenda the
third week in June.
MOTION: By John Simons to file for modification of Hitching Post Road.
SECOND: Erich nitzsche
VOTE: Unanimous of those repsent
Bald Meadow - Definitive Subdivision - Revised Proposed Covenant
Chris Huntress stated that the applicant had ~ ' ~
submifted a letter
regarding language in the covenant
Paul Hedstrom said no not until the road is built.
MOTION: By George Perna that a bond be posted on the road.'
SECOND: Erich Nitzsche
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Woodchuck Grove - PRD - Drainaqe
A meeting/workshop is to be set up with A1 Shaboo, Design Engineering;
Bill Hmurciak, D.P.W.; Erich Nitzsche and Chris Huntress.
A lengthy discussion took place between George Perna and John Simons on
the roadway and drainage.
MOTION: By John Simons to make the roadway a private way.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
Safe 'N' Sound Mini Storage - HeiGht of Building
Chris Huntress, Environmental Planner, spoke to the Board on the height
of the Safe 'N' Sound Mini Storage building. He said that it was a
clear violation of the Site Plan Review. The building measured 36 feet
high, the Site Plan Review Application stated the building would be 34
feet high. Chris zs to notify the Building Inspector. Mr Todd is to
come back to the Planning Board with an expanded Site Plan.
MOTION: By George Perna to direct the Environmental Planner to write a
letter to the Building Inspector informing him of the violation.
SECOND: Erich Nitzsche
VOTE: Unanimous oi those present.
Bruin Hill Subdivision
Chris Huntress informed the Planning Board that the developer wanted to
build the foundations before putting up a bond. The Board's response
was
Recommendation - Town Grant Easement to Mr. Nelson/Penni Lan~
The Town is not in the position to grant the easement. Mr. Nelson would
have to buy the triangle or build a road. The property is land locked,
but he can construct a road.
MOTION: By John Simons to adjourn the meeting.
SECOND: Erich Nitzsche
VOTE: Unanimous of those present.
The Planning Board meeting adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
Paul A. Hedstrom, Chairman