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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-05-19 Planning Board Minutes Planning Board Meeting DPW Conference Room k May 19, 1998 Members Present: Richard S. Rowen, Chairman, Alison Lescarbeau, Vice Chairman, Joseph V. Mahoney, Richard Nardella and John Simons, Clerk were present. Kathleen Bradley Colwell, Town Planner was also present. Minutes: On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes for May S, 1998 as amended. This vote was ratified by the committee as a whole upon a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Nardella. Discussion: Lot F (Intellisenseupdate Ms. Colwell stated that the site is still not stable. Mr. Rowen stated that they would give the applicant until June 1, 1998 to get a contractor on the site. Mr. Rowen stated that if the applicant fails to get a contractor on site the Board will request the Zoning Code Enforcement Officer issue fines until the site is stable. The Planning Board discussed a proposed schedule for completion of the site. If the site is not under construction by September the Board may vote to take the bond and stabilize the site itself Bond- general discussion by Bill Barrett Bill Barrett was present to speak to the Board about cash bonds. Mr. Barrett stated that he would like the Board to accept some form of bond other than cash.. Mr. Rowen stated that the Board has had to pull bonds for non-completion of work. He stated that the Board has been trying to pull a surety bond for a development for several years now and still have not seen any of the money. Mr. Barrett stated that he thought that maybe the applicants could post cash bonds for crucial things and a surety bond for the rest of the subdivision. Mr. Barrett stated that surety bonds are a lot different now than they were before. Mr. Rowen stated that the Board wants to protect the town.. Ms. Lescarbeau stated that the Board should look at this closer because of the Growth Management Bylaw. Mr. Simons stated that he remembers having a lot of problems with the completion of work prior to cash bonds. Mr. Mahoney stated that the Board must operate within the statute therefore the Board cannot require cash bonds Mr. Nardella stated that the Board should take a look at this issue and would be willing to work with Bill Barrett to come up with a formula. Mr. Barrett is collecting information from other communities and will contact the Planning Office to set up a meeting when he receives this material. Endorsement of Plans: St. Michael's School/Church - site plan review Ms. Colwell recommended that the Board sign the plans. The Board endorsed the plans for St. Michael's School/Church. Boston Ski Hill - subdivision Ms. Colwell stated that she did not receive any of the forms that needed to be signed prior to the endorsement of the plans and did not receive the mylars. The Board did not sign the plans. Bonds: White Birch I- Subdivision/PRD Ms. Colwell received a letter from Tim Willett, Staff Engineer, stating that he recommends a release of$2,000 for White Birch I. On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Nardella, the Board voted unanimously to release $2,000 for White Birch I. White Birch II- Subdivision/PRD Ms. Colwell received a letter from Tim Willett, Staff Engineer, stating that he recommends a release of$6,300 for White Birch II. On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Nardella, the Board voted unanimously to release $6,300 for White Birch II. Wagon Wheel Estates- Subdivision Ms. Colwell received a letter from Tim Willett, Staff Engineer, stating that he recommends a release of$8,980 for Wagon Wheel Estates. On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Nardella, the Board voted unanimously to release $8,980 for Wagon Wheel Estates. Foxwood -I Subdivision/PRD Jim Rand, Director of Engineering sent a letter to Ms. Colwell stating that he does not recommend a release of bonds at this time. Mr. Rand had a meeting with the residents and they had a number of concerns. Mr. Nardella stated that he would like to know what these concerns are. Ms. Colwell will ask DPW to put their concerns in writing for the Board to review. Foxwood - II Subdivision/PRD Jim Rand, Director of Engineering sent a letter to Ms, Colwell stating that he does not recommend a release of bonds at this time. Mr. Rand had a meeting with the residents and they had a number of concerns. Meadowood II- Subdivision/PRD Ms. Colwell received a letter from Tim Willett, Staff Engineer, stating that he recommends a release of$9,100 for Meadowood II. 2 � a On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Nardella, the Board voted unanimously to release $9,100 for Meadowood U. Public Hearings (7:30 p.m.) New: Lot 1 Dale Street -repetitive petition The applicant appeared before the Board to request permission to reappear before the Zoning Board of Appeals to request a variance from the 75' buffer zone in the watershed protection district. Mr. Rowen stated that the ZBA denied the variance request due to the fact that the subdivision did not yet exist as the Planing Board had not endorsed the subdivision plans. The Board did not endorse the plans al all items required prior to endorsement were not completed. There is also some question as to whether or not the appeal of the decision was filed in a timely fashion with the Town Clerk. On the advice of Town counsel the Board will not endorse the plans until this issue has been clarified. There was some discussion regarding the actual vote of the Board of Appeals. Mr. Simons stated that he would like a letter from the ZBA explaining their decision that they made. Mr. Mahoney stated that in his opinion the Board could sign the plans as the appeal was not filed in a timely manner with the Town Clerk, however due to the fact that the applicant did not submit the required documents to the Planning Department for review, he would not recommend endorsement. Until the Board endorses the subdivision, the Board will not support the repetitive petition request. Continued until the June 2, 1998 meeting. Campbell_Forest - modification to a definitive plan Erik Heyland, McKenzie Engineering, was present to represent Campbell Forest. Mr. Heyland stated that they are requesting a modification to the Campbell Forest definitive plan. Mr. Heyland stated that currently the plan requires septic systems. He stated that the applicant is proposing to eliminate the septic systems and put in a gravity public sewer. The applicant has been working with DPW in developing an appropriate design. Mr. Heyland stated that they are presently before ConCom. He stated that on Campbell Road there wiII be a gravity main through 8" pipe to the pumping station which is proposed for the west side interceptor. Mr. Nardella asked why they are changing from septic systems. Bill Barrett stated that it makes the lots more desirable as the homes can be placed anywhere on the lots. There was discussion regarding the West Side sewer interceptor issues and the delay that will before construction on this subdivision could commence. The Board discussed the similarities/differences between this subdivision and the Forest View Subdivision. Mr. Nardella stated that the Zoning for Forest View's requires sewer, the approval of this subdivision does not. Ken Grandstaff stated that they are asking is to build a dry sewer line. The Board discussed the possibility of connecting to the East Side sewer down Salem Street. DPW is reviewing this option and will advise the applicant of the preferred route. Mr. Heyland went over the plans with the Board. Ms. Colwell stated that DPW is in favor of sewer here but they have not looked at the changes that ConCom has made. The Board went over the wording for the decision. Billy McCarthy, 161 Campbell Road, asked if he would be able to hook up to sewer where his house is. Mr. Heyland stated that he would be able to. i On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing. Continued: Winter Street -watershed special permit Joel Bard, Kopelman &Paige reviewed the application. In his opinion the applicant must either upgrade the road prior to endorsement of the FORM A plan or must apply for a subdivision to provide a mechanism for the Board to require the roadway upgrades. Ms. Colwell stated that she met with Anne Messina and explained the situation. Ms. Messina chose the subdivision process and is withdrawing the Form-A. Continued until June 2, 1998. Between 187 & 211 South Bradford Street-watershed special permit John Morin of Neve Associates was present to represent the Deery's. Mr. Morin stated that at the last meeting Mr. Chessia had some comments and they have addressed them.. Mr. Morin stated that they have raised the dwelling two feet and have incorporated rip rap. Mr. Morin stated that Mr. Chessia sent a letter stating that the plan complies with his comment. Ms. Colwell stated that she recommends closing the public hearing. Mr. Simons asked if the applicants brought the house closer to the street. Ms. Colwell stated that they brought it 10' closer however the house is still within 100' of the wetland, I On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to close the Public Hearing and have staff draft a decision. Walnut Ridge - definitive subdivision Mr. Mahoney stated that Cricket Lane is a very attractive street but, feels that Mr. Laudani is trying to maximize the lots and clearing too much of the land. He stated that he is going to vote against he subdivision for this reason. Mr. Laudani stated that the subdivision has been in the process for a year, the Board went on the site walk 8 months ago and he addressed the Boards concerns. The clearing of the land is due to Title V septic regulations. Mr. Laudani stated that they have hired Michael Weinmeyer, a landscape architect to address this concern. Mr. Rowen asked John Soucy, Merrimack Engineering to review the landscaping. Mr. Soucy went over Mr. Chessia's past comments. Mr. Soucy stated that he has not yet seen Mr. Rand's comments. Mr. Soucy went over the difference between sand filters and vortex chambers. Mr. Nardella asked what the life of the vortex chambers is. Mr. Soucy stated that it has a long life if maintained.. Mr. Rowen asked if they would have to remove a lot of the trees to put the road in. Mr. Soucy stated they would be removing all of the trees in the right-of-way. Mr. Laudani stated that they are proposing to plant 162 trees including the street trees. 4 u Ms. Colwell stated that the only outstanding issue at this time is that DPW has not received information on the vortex chambers. Mr. Rowen stated that if Mr. Laudani delivers everything to Jim Rand in a timely fashion the Board will close the Public Hearing at the next meeting and will review a decision, Ms. Colwell stated that Mr. Chessia does need to see anything else. Mr. Rowen stated that the better shape the plans are in when you submit them the faster the decision. Ms. Colwell stated that she would need a revised copy of the landscaping plans to draft the decision. Continued until June 2, 1998, Lot 20A Bridle Path - watershed special permit Attorney Michael McCarron went over the prior information for this filing. Phil Christiansen of Christiansen & Sergi, went over the revised plans. Mr. Christiansen stated that a force main would be installed to tie into the Town's sewer system. Mr. Christiansen stated that the force main will be placed at Bridle Path and Timber Lane and connect into the existing sewer manhole at the intersection of Timber Lane and Brentwood Circle. Mr. Rowen asked if this would be the only house on Bridle Path on sewer. Mr, Christiansen stated yes. Mr. Rowen asked which way the driveway flow. Mr. Christiansen stated downward toward the wetland, Ms. Colwell stated that she is concerned with the drainage on the site, Mr. Nardella stated that he would like to see an oil trap on the site. Mr. Christiansen stated that they can add oil traps to the plan. Mr. Simons asked if they have a letter stating that there will not be an effect on the water quality. Mr. Christiansen went over his theory on water quality. Mr. Nardella asked if there were roof drains. Mr. Christiansen stated that there were. Ms. Colwell asked why they have railroad ties. Mr. Christiansen stated that they are part of the state storm water management requirements however they would not use old railroad ties but would use wooden boards. Mr. Christiansen went over the location of the railroad ties. Mr. Christiansen stated that they would put in the oil sump, and a berm to protect street runoff from going down the driveway for the next meeting. Continued until June 2, 1998. Country Club Estates - definitive subdivision& 465 Great Pond Road - watershed special permit The Board discussed these Public Hearings together as they concern the same property. John Morin of Neve Associates was present to represent Country Club Estates and 465 Great Pond Road, Mr. Morin stated that the applicant does want to go forward with the proposed 4 lots, Mr. Morin stated that he has responded to 15 of the 21 comments by Mr. Chessia. Mr. Morin stated that one of the issues was the traffic and they are waiting for a response from Dermit Kelley, traffic engineer. Mr. Rowen asked how long the road is. Mr. Morin stated that the road is 750' long. Mr. Morin stated that a 22' wide road is required because they are in the watershed. Mr. Mahoney asked if W. Chessia has seen the drainage plans. Mr. Morin stated yes, but he has to go over a couple of comments. Mr. Rowen stated that at the last meeting the applicant stated that they were taking drainage from Great Pond Road and treating it. Mr. Morin stated that they were, Mr. Nardella asked where the catch basins were. Mr. Morin went over the location of the catch 5 basins on the plan with the Board. Mr. Rowen stated that he wants Mr. Morin to make it clear to the applicant that the Board is not in favor of 4 lots. 6 i 4 Ms. Colwell stated that she needed to know whether the Board wants the island or not. The Board agreed that they would like to see the island. Ms. Lescarbeau stated that the island could be deeded to the homeowners. She will forward a sample deed to the Planning Department. Continued until June 16, 1998. Decisions: Lot I Dale Street -repetitive petition Continued until the June 2, 1998 meeting. Campbell Forest modification to a definitive plan On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr, Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to approve the draft decision for a modification to the definitive plan known as Campbell Forest. Adjournment: On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Ms. Lescarbeau, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.