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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-02-17 Planning Board Minutes North Andover Planning Board Unapproved Minutes February 17,2004 Regular Meeting Members Present: Alberto Angles,Chair, George White,Vice Chair,John Simons James Phinney,Associate Member,Rick Nardella Staff Absent: Felipe Schwarz,CIerk Staff Present: Julie Parrino,Town Planner,Debbie Wilson,Planning Assistant The chair called the meeting to order at 7:05PM Informal Discussions: 1060 Osaood Street—David Samuels,Rezoning The Planner stated that David Samuel's is here to discuss the possible rezoning of a parcel of land currently zoned I3, which does not include retail. Prospective tenants wishing to install retail businesses have approached him, He may submit a Citizens Petition for the zoning change for the May 2004 Town Meeting. Mr. Samuel's stated that he has plenty of parking and would like to change the zoning so that he can rent his office space as retail space. He stated that he has a potential tenant that would be interested if the building could be rezoned and would like the board to explain the process to him. Angles stated that the rezoning would have to be beneficial to the town. White asked what the surrounding business's were zoned and it was stated 12. Simons requested that the Planner verify the uses for the surrounding buildings and advise the board. Simons asked the size of the parcel. The Planner stated 1.05 acres. Simons advised the applicant to check into B 1 and B2 instead of GB. Simons stated that the applicant would have to verify the parking for the proposed new use. Angles stated that a covenant could be put in place to limit the uses if the zoning for this building was changed. Angles stated the applicant should sit down with the town planner and verify which zone would best suite his needs. Angles stated that the more information the applicant has the better the case for rezoning. Simons informed the applicant that the Town Meeting paperwork could be picked up at the Town Clerk's Office. Town Meeting Article Discussion Residential Adaptive Re-Use Special Permit Simons stated that Heidi Griffin was working on this. He stated that they could have a business use within the existing structure. Simons stated that he would look more closely at this article and advise the board at the next meeting. Phased Development Bylaw The Planner discussed a letter that was received by Attorney Urbelis. Nardella stated they took the best aspects of growth management and incorporated it into phased development.Nardella stated that he would go over some of the items himself since he was familiar with the process and advise the board. Flood Plain District The Planner stated that Heidi Griffin is working on this article and it should be completed soon. R-4 Zoning Amendment for 2 Family Dwellings The Planner stated that there is a tentative meeting scheduled in house to discuss this article next week. The Planner stated that she has reviewed this article and can see that there are still many more questions that need to be addressed. Nardella stated that there should not be an allowance for a two family conversion. He stated that there should be a provision for in-law use. Simons stated that the bylaw has always allowed two family homes in that district. Simons stated that two family homes allow affordable housing. Nardella stated that the set back forces the builders to build up if they are to stay within the original footprints. Simons stated that two families should be allowed, but on larger lots. Simons stated that large homes could still be converted in to a two family home. Phinney stated that if you change the large homes you would still need to create a proper second form of egress. Simons stated that a design perimeter may be a restriction that could be incorporated into the bylaw and make it mandatory to come for a special permit. The Planner stated that she has been working with lot sizes to find the best possible solution. Nardella stated that the Bob Nicetta,Building Commissioner stated that the bylaw could mandate a front entrance that would reduce the amount of homes that builders could build. The Planner stated that the board needs to consider what would happen if the entire house is taken down and how would that be included in this new bylaw. Simons asked the Planner what town she liked the best for the purpose of this new bylaw. The Planner stated that Heidi Griffin modeled this after the Merrimack criteria. Simons stated that there should be simple perimeters with two or three criteras and include a special permit. The Planner staffed no paving to the property line would cut down on over building. The Planner stated that it is not to limit the area of the lot. The Planner stated that the average area is 1600 square foot for homes in the R4 area. The Planner stated that there would be a meeting on Tuesday, February 24h.Nardella and White stated they would be in attendance. The Planner stated that in-laws are currently not allowed in the R4 area. The Planner stated that approximately 580 parcels could be converted in the R4 district.Nardella asked for clarification in regards to garages since this would reduce the number of building unless they tear down the garage. In regards to the additional addition there should be no more than 5.0%gross floor area up to a maximum not to exceed 1,500 square feet, set limits in the roof line so that they are no higher than the abutting structures. Existing homes could be converted to a two family so long as they have the parking. If a resident wants to add a second level, as a single family dwelling the height should be taken in to consideration. Simons stated the height of an addition should not be higher than five feet of the original structure. Simons stated that this would be a special permit that will assist with the process. Nardella would like to see some dimensions added for a four family use. The Planner stated that she would invite Michael Hogan to the next meeting at 6:00pm. The Planner scheduled a meeting on March 9`h at 7:00pm at 27 Charles Street. Approval of the Minutes Nardella made a motion to aRRrove the January 6th minutes as amended this even! second by White Discussion none Motion carries Nardella motioned to approve the January 20"' minutes second by White Discussion none Motion carries 5-0 Continued Public Hearings: 80 Saile Way-Watershed Special Permit The applicant has requested a continuance to the March 2, 2004 meeting. CVS—Site Plan Special Permit The applicant has requested a continuance to the March 2, 2004 meeting Decisions: North Andover High School—Special Permit Modification The Planner read over the decision to the board. Simons made a motion to aR12rove the North Andover High School Special Permit Modification second by White Discussion none Motion carries 5-0 Motion to adjourn by Simons,second White at 9:23pm Discussion none Motion carries 5-0