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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-01-20 Planning Board Minutes Planning Board Meeting DPW Conference Room January 20, 1998 Members Present: Richard S. Rowen, Chairman, Alberto Angles, Associate Member, Joseph V. Mahoney were present. John Simons, Clerk, arrived at 7:25 p.m. Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Planner was also present. Alison Lescarbeau, Vice Chairman and Richard Nardella were absent. The meeting was called to order at 7:OOp.m. Minutes: On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Angles, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes as amended for January 6, 1998, Discussion: Lot F (Intellisense) -update Laura Huber of Intellisense was present to give the Board an update on their progress with stabilizing the site. Ms. Huber stated that a trench was excavated across the front of the property and filled with crushed stone, 100 new haybales were set in place, and the retention pond was opened up. A weir was created for water to filter through the pond and 3 trailer loads of silt were removed. Ms. Huber stated that they have hired Mike Seacamp, a wetland biologist, as an erosion control monitor. Ms. Colwell asked for the Planning Department to be updated every two weeks on their progress. Endorse Plans: Greater Boston Cha ter 106 Ex erimental Aircraft Association - site plan review Ms. Colwell recommended that the Board sign the plans. The Board signed the plans for Greater Boston Chapter 106 Experimental Aircraft Association. Lot/Bond Releases: 40 High Street (North Andover Mills Realty,) - bond relegse Ms. Colwell stated that Mr. Nardella had spoken to Marty Spagat and found out that the easement was never transferred. Mr. Nardella stated that he was satisfied as long as the Sutton Pond Condominium residents weren't concerned. Ms. Colwell stated that we are holding the $11,000 for the landscaping only. On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Angles, the Board voted unanimously to release the remaining balance plus interest. Willow Tree Development - bond release Ms. Colwell read a letter from Tim Willett recommending the release of$15,000. E On a motion by Mr. Angles, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to release $15,000. Lot 5 Evergreen Estates - to access Lot 5 through_Lot 6 Ms. Colwell received the as-built plan and recommends that the Board release the remaining funds. On a motion by Mr. Angles, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to release the remaining balance plus interest. Executive Session: On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Angles the Board voted unanimously to convene into Executive Session at 7:15 p.m. Roll call vote: Mr, Rowen yes Mr. Mahoney yes Mr. Angles yes Mr. Simons arrived at 7:25 p.m. On a motion by Mr, Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Angles the Board voted unanimously to come out of Executive Session and reconvene into Open Session at 7:30 p.m. Public Hearings (7:30 p.m.) New: Boston Ski Hill - definitive plan John Simons read the legal notice to open the Public Hearing. Jim DeVellis of DeVellis Associates was present to represent Boston Ski Hill. Mr. DeVellis stated that the property consists of 34 acres and is going to be divided into 3 lots. The frontage will come from a right-of-way directly across from Johnson Street. Mr. DeVellis stated that they are looking for 2 waivers as follows: Section 3(b) Seepage test data and Section 3(k) the scale be set at 1" =40'. Ms. Colwell stated that the DPW has not yet approved the plan. There has been no sewer or septic testing done. They need to comply with the subdivision rules and regulations. Ms. Colwell stated that they are anticipating on having sewer on Rt. 114 but that they should show septic systems to prove that they could do it. Mr. Rowen stated that nothing will change if they go with septic or sewer. Mr. DeVellis stated that he did the plans for the sewer system and did not want to have to design plans for septic systems. Mr. DeVellis stated that Title 5 requires specific testing under the new regulations. Mr. Rowen asked Ms. Colwell if when they finalize these plans will the applicant have to come back before the Board. Ms. Colwell stated that they would have to file for site plan review for multi-family homes. 2 Jim Rand, the Director of Engineering of DPW, stated that the roadway should meet all the criteria now and not later. i t Henry Fink an abutter had questioned the I-1 zoning on the plan. Mr. DeVellis explained to him where the I-1 zoning district line was. Continued until February 17, 1998. St. Michael's Parish& School - site plan review John Simons read the legal notice to open the Public Hearing. Angelo Petrozzelli, of Design Partnership Architects, Inc., Father Keyes and Bill McLeod of Andover Consultants were present to represent St. Michael's School and Church. Mr. Petrozzelli stated that they are looking to start construction in late March. Mr. Petrozzelli stated that there will be 6 classrooms upstairs and downstairs as well as a computer room. They would like to erect a traffic light on Main Street in front of the church. Mr. Petrozzelli stated that the Fire Chief preferred a flashing yellow light, as there is a traffic issue on Sunday mornings. Mr. Petrozzelli stated that they are planning to tear down the red school in June and start construction for the church. Mr. Petrozzelli stated that they would like to have the school completed in September of 1998 and the church completed in April of 1999. They are proposing to use the existing pole lights on the property. In the new church there will be a day chapel and the existing chapel. They are planning to do CCD classes in the lower level of the church. They would like to have the whole project completed by the year 2000. The Board had some questions regarding the parking lots. Mr. Petrozzelli stated that he has filed new plans with fewer islands than required. Ms. Colwell stated that at the TRC meeting the Fire Department had concerns with the safety of the children. Mr. Mahoney asked if the children are running into the road and if there was a need for the gate across the parking lot. Mr. Petrozzelli stated that he would personally not like to see the gate. The Board agreed that the parking lot islands could be eliminated in the area of the proposed child play area but not in other locations. Ms. Colwell asked about the storm water. Mr. Rand stated that the present system works but he can't give the Board a final recommendation until he receives more information.. Mr. Rand does not foresee any problems. Mr. McLeod stated that there is no increase in runoff it is just restructuring. Mr. Mahoney asked when they think they will have the information regarding the storm water to the DPW. Mr. McLeod stated probably in 3-4 weeks. Mr. Simons asked when would the Board have a construction schedule. Mr. Petrozzelli stated as soon as he meets with the contractor. Mr. Simons asked what kind of lighting is in the parking lot for the church. Mr. Petrozzelli stated that they are proposing down lights to illuminate the parking lot. I Continued until February 3, 1998 3 �� continued: Forest View Estates - definitive subdivision Mark Gross of MHF Design was present to represent Forest View Estates. Mr. Gross stated that they had a meeting at DPW with Jim Rand, John Chessia and Ms. Colwell. Ms. Colwell stated that the cul-de-sac design has to be addressed and the playground lot. Bruce Taylor, Land Planner went over several different plans and ideas for the subdivision. Mr. Taylor suggested that stonewalls throughout the subdivision will save more trees and will also provide buffers. He also suggested that the entrance of the subdivision be low key with maybe some arborvitae, annuals and a nice sign. Mr. Taylor suggested they take difficult lots and examine them to make the house fit on the lot right. Mr. Taylor suggested that in the cul-de-sacs they use a large tree in the middle of the island with grass around it. For the tot-lot Mr. Taylor suggested that they put benches in a circle around the sandbox so that the parents can see their children at all times. Mr. Mahoney asked if an urban setting tot-lot would work there. Mr. Taylor stated yes. Mr. Simons asked why there are so many parking spaces at the tot-lot. Mr. Gross stated that they are going to look into that but, are trying to make a path from Palomino Drive so that people can cross over to the tot-lot instead of driving. Mr, Rowen stated that they might want to have parking spaces at the tot-lot so people can access the forest also. Mr. Rand suggested that they make it a gravel area to park on. Mr. Rand stated that DPW has looked at the cul-de-sac design and they like it and it will work with the plows and the municipal vehicles. Ms. Colwell stated that the Board will need to know who will own the open space, whether it be the Town, State or the Homeowners Association, Ms. Colwell stated that in the decision it would state that if the State does not want the open space it would go to the Town. Mr. Mahoney had some concerns with the footbridge and where they are located. Mr. Gross went over the plans and the location of the footbridges, Ms. Colwell asked what the recreation field would look like. Mr. Gross stated that it is a flat graded area with a slope of 2% grass all-purpose field. Mr. Gross stated that the Homeowners Association would be the ones to take care of it. Mr. Gross stated that they would get large-scale drawings so the Board can be sure what it looks like. Ms. Colwell asked what the proportions of the houses would be. Mr. Laudani stated that they will be 2300 -2400 SF with bonus rooms, Mr. Rowen asked when the decision due. Ms. Colwell stated that it is due March 24, 1998. Mr. Rowen stated that he would like to see a construction schedule prior to the March 17"'meeting. Ms. Colwell stated that they will also need to fill out a Growth Management Schedule and that she would help them with that. Ms. Colwell asked how the phasing would go throughout the subdivision. Mr. Gross went over the phasing of the whole subdivision. Mr. Rowen asked if they are planning to put the sidewalks in as they put the roads in. Mr. Gross stated that they were. Mr. Rowen asked if the onsite pumping station is above grade or below grade. Mr. Pelletier stated that it is above grade. The Board discussed a design for the pump station. They do not what a concrete block structure at the entrance of the subdivision. �� 4 Mr. Rowen asked how they are progressing in the offsite sewer. Mr. Rand stated that they are actively working on it at DPW. Mr. Laudani went over sewer over flow problems that have been going on in the west sewer interceptor. Continued until February 3, 1998. x Rocky Brook Estates H- definitive subdivision The applicant requested a continuance until February 3, 1998. Calf Pasture - definitive subdivision Continued until February 3, 1998. Red Gate Pasture - definitive subdivision Ben Osgood.Jr. of New England Engineering and Atty. Howard Speicher were present to represent Red Gate Pasture. Mr. Chessia stated that he had new plans submitted today but did not review them. Mr. Rowen stated that the applicant was given 8 extensions and can not give the applicant-any more time. Mr. Rowen asked Mr. Chessia if the applicant has succeeded by meeting the requirements of the subdivision rules and regulations and by not making a situation worse for the abutters. Mr. Chessia stated no. Mr. Speicher stated that the Planning Department has a plan that they believe has resolved all the problems and asked the Board to review the plan. Mr. Rowen stated that many of the comments Mar. Chessia has today he had last May that still have not been addressed. Mr. Speicher stated that the applicant is not responsible for protecting the neighbor. The Board wanted him to do more than he had to. Mr. Simons stated that at the last meeting the Board told the applicant what he had to do. Mr. Rowen asked Mr. Chessia if he is in a position to say that the applicant has protected the abutters. Mr. Chessia stated that he was not. Mr. Rand stated that the applicant brought the plans to him today and gave the applicant some suggestions. Mr. Rand stated that the plan is not acceptable to the DPW. Mr. Speicher stated that the applicant did not receive Mr. Rand's letter until 3:00 p.m. today. Mr. Rowen stated that the applicant has had a number of chances. On a motion by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to close the Public Hearing. Decisions: Red Gate Pasture- definitive.plan On a motion by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to deny the definitive plan submitted November 26, 1996 known as Red Gate Pasture. Mr. Angles did not vote as he is an Associate Member. Adjournment: On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Simons, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m. 5 dal