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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-03-02 Planning Board Minutes Owwr . _rsh log Norah Andover Planning Board Unapproved Minutes March 2, 2004 Regular Meeting Members Present: Alberto Angles, Chair, George White,Vice Chair,John,Simons s James Phinney, Associate Member,Rick Nardella, Felipe Schwarz, Clerk Staff Present: Julie Parrino, Town Planner,Debbie Wilson,Planning Assistant The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:09PM Informal Discussions: Form J Sign-off-Saville/Wallace Street The Planner stated that the sign-off is necessary prior to the issuance of building permits for lots A &B. She stated that a private agreement was made between the builder and the resident. The PIanner stated that she would follow up with the resident to see that the issues are being worked out. The Planning board signed the Form J. ANR Sign-off Authorization The Planner stated that she prepared a form for the Board members to sign that should be filed with Registry of Deeds. Sign-off would allow the Planner to endorse ANR plans. Simons stated that the board should still review all form A's. He further indicated that since Form A's can be complicated the board would like to see the applications anyway. Motion by White to approve the ANR sign-off authorization,Second by Nardella Discussion: none Motion carries 5-0 Dunkin Donuts- Hillside Road Steve Webster introduced himself to the board and stated that he had been before the board a few months ago. He indicated he has a firm pian to show the board today. Huseyin Sevincgil from MHF introduced a concept plan for a proposed 1420 s.f. Dunkin Donuts building located at the corner of Hillside Road and Route 125. Currently an existing vacant gas station is located on the project site. The property is zoned General Business. He stated that the site is non-conforming in lot area. Mr.Sevincgil stated that he would need a Special Permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals. Nardella asked the applicant why the building was perpendicular on the lot. Nardella stated that he would like to have the building placed so that the building is facing the front of the street and if it means going to the zoning board for an additional variance he is in favor of that. Mr. Sevincgil stated that by turning the building the applicant would loose parking that is required for the location. Schwarz asked if the building would have windows. Mark Cafua addressed the board and stated the building would have windows. Schwarz stated that he would like to see the residential buildings that abut this property on the plans for the board to review. Angles asked if the applicant would have to go before Mass Highway for the curb cuts and it was stated yes. Angles asked where the median strip was located. Mr. Sevincgil indicated where it was located on the plans. He stated a Mass Highway permit would be required for the site. Phinney asked if the vestibule could be moved to the front of the building. Mr. Cafua stated that the vestibule could be moved to the front.Phinney would like to see different footprints for this building. White would like to see a better parking plan for the site. Nardella asked how many parking spaces they are required to have and how many they have. It was stated 21 parking places. Nardella would like to see a good landscaping plan for this site. Angles stated that he would like to see something else on this lot. The parking appears to be a problem and traffic could be problematic. Phinney asked if anyone else has approached the applicant. Mr. Webster stated a used car dealer was an option. Nardella asked if the building had to be gray and white. Mr.Webster stated that he could change the color if the board so desired. Nardella would like to see the island stated on the plans. Angles would like feedback from their independent consultant. Nardella would like to see a car count and how they handle a back up. The Chair suggested that the applicant think about some of the questions the board presented and contact the Planning Department if they need further information. Public Hearing 7:53PM Town Meeting Article Discussion • Residential Adaptive Re-Use Special Permit • Phased Development Bylaw • Flood Plain District R-4 Zoning Amendment for 2 Family Dwellings The Planner stated that she has been working to update the draft for the R4 Amendment. She read the revisions to the board. The roofline pitch was addressed and the applicants would need to go before the zoning board of appeals. Nardella stated that the Building Commissioner is following the state building code. Schwarz would like to see a side entrance that is near the front entrance. Simons asked the Planner for clarification of the lot size. Simons stated that he would like to see the removal of"new" in 2.29. Phinney stated that putting a second floor on could be creating a second unit. Simons clarified the wording in 2.29. Simons would like to clarify the language of the roofline. Nardella would like to further discuss this with the building commissioner. Jeannine McEvoy asked if there were provisions to stop building up. The Planner stated it was clarified in 8-I. Marilyn McCarthy stated that the height of the structures was an issue and would it be restricted on new homes. The Planner stated that it would not be on new structures. Kim Reardon asked the board if this would get in to the warrant since the definitions need to be changed. The Planner will verify what needs to be done prior to March 12`h. Mike Manning asked if a ranch that was turned into a colonial could be turned into a two family after the fact. Nardella stated that this would require a special permit. Dan Morin thanked the board for listening to the neighbors. The Chair thanked the residents for coming forward. Eaglewood Attorney Manzi asked the board if a change in the retaining wall would be a minor or major modification due to negotiations with Pulte Homes he would rather not have a public hearing. The board stated that the Town Planner could make that determination. Continued Public Hearings: SO Saile Way-Watershed Special Permit The applicant requested to continue to March 10h in order to have revised information for the board. CVS—Site Plan Review The Planner addressed the board and stated that the Peters Street traffic area needs to be addressed without incorporating the Eaglewood Design. She stated the sidewalks are not wrapped around the perimeter of the site. The Planner stated that the board wanted to see a right turn only lane onto Route 114 from Peters Street. Mr. Manzi addressed the board and stated that he is hoping to get through all of the outstanding issues and would like to see this ready to be voted by the next meeting. Bill Stark addressed the board and presented building designs to the board. The signage was reduced to comply with the bylaw. The lighting is conforming to what the board has requested. He stated that landscaping has been unproved. The red sign ban has been carried around the perimeter as requested by the board. Nardella stated that the building style has improved and White concurred. Mr. Stark presented the red brick and plaster colors for the board to review. Frank Stewart addressed the board with the landscaping plans. The landscaping has been added to the entrance. The stonewall will be extended per the boards request. The dumpster has been screened much better with landscaping as the board requested. Mr. Stewart indicated the view from Peters Street on the plans and how the landscaping has been enhanced. Schwarz asked how recent the applicant has outreached to the church. Mr. Manzi stated that they have been reached during the last two years. The Planner stated that the stonewall has been moved out of the right of way. Nardella stated that plantings must be maintained on theproperty. Nardella would like to see this in the decision. Pat Dunford addressed the board and stated that he has reviewed the MHF comments and can address them. He stated that the sidewalk would be extended to the Eaglewood signal and a sidewalk from Peters Street has been provided connecting to the site. He stated that they have made considerable changes to the site. Mr. Dunford stated that they are taking green space to accommodate the pedestrian access. Mr. Dunford stated that they are still dealing with Mass Highway. Schwarz would like to see a better street buffer. Simons stated that there is not a large enough area to increase the walking access. Schwarz asked how wide the sidewalk would be. Pat Dunford stated that it would be five feet. White asked if there is a cross walks on Peters Street. Mr.Dunford stated that there is not a cross walk, but he could include one if the board requests it. White asked if anything has been taken in to consideration regarding the right turn lane onto Route 114. Mr. Dunford stated that the green space was a factor in creating the right turn lane. He stated that large trees would have to be taken down and it may not help this area in regards to the traffic back up. Mr. Dunford stated that the left turns are creating the traffic problems and they are not able to help the traffic in this area. Mr.Dunford stated that moving the pole is approximately a $50,000 project and it can make the wires hang lower. Moving Mass Highway equipment can take up to a year and can be extremely costly. Angles asked the width of the travel lane. Mr. Dunford stated approximately 45 feet from curb to curb. Nardella asked if people could cut through the site. Mr. Dunford stated that someone could try to do that since they can get through. Schwarz suggested striping to free up traffic going in to the site. Mr. Dunford is trying to help the left turn in to the site. Schwarz asked Mr. Dunford how this project would be affected if the Eaglewood project did not go in. He stated that the traffic analysis was done with or without Eaglewood. He stated the results were approximately the same. Mr. Dunford stated that 69 new vehicles during the week would be increased to the site during the week. Nardella asked if a land swap was approached with the church to help with the traffic in the area. Mr.Dunford stated he had not approached the church.The Planner stated that there is a drainage swale behind the property. Schwarz stated that he would like to see a revised package. Taylor Dowdy with VHB stated that they are tying into the Mass Highway system. Schwarz asked about the size of the proposed trees. The Landscaping engineer stated that theproposed trees were based on the zoning bylaw requirements. Simons would like clarification of the decision deadline and if it is 90 days from the date of the public hearing or the filing date. Attorney Manzi addressed the board and feels he has stated all of the issues and would like to close the public hearing by the next meeting. Nardella asked if there were any noise issues. Mr. Starr stated that parapets would help reduce the noise for the area. Angles stated that if all of the minor issues are resolved the board might be ready to close the public hearing at the next meeting. 1060 Os ood Street—David Samuels Rezoning The Planner stated that she met with Mr. Samuels to discuss the rezoning of his parcel currently zoned as 1-2. He would like to include retail in his existing 18,000 s.f. building. Upon review of the Zoning Districts, B-2 and GB would address his needs. She stated that she is more favorable to B-2. B-2 and GB exists in the surrounding area. Both districts allow automobile service stations and the Board may consider a covenant restricting the specific use. The applicant will be filing under a citizens petition. The Planner asked the applicant to submit an existing parking space plan. She stated that parking requirements would be determined by the Building Department on an individual basis. Simons stated that the board would want to remove the noxious uses. Mr. Samuels addressed the board to discuss the potential rezoning and said he is fine with covenants that may need to be placed on the zoning change. Nardella stated that a change of use could increase the parking required for that building. The Planner read the bylaw to the board to clarify the change of use requirements. The allowed uses were discussed with the board. No automobile service station, parking/indoor storage or taxi.depot would not be allowed.Nardella stated that anything with seating requires additional parking. The Chair stated that B2 would be the best change of use. The Chair instructed Mr. Samuels to contact the Planning Board if he had any further questions. New Public Hearings 492 Sutton Street-Lawrence Municipal Airport-Site Plan Special Permit William MacLeod addressed the board and would like to build an airport hanger that is 6001-s.f in addition to approximately 2,029 s.f. of new pavement. The building is to store two to four airplanes. He stated that he has been working on this for over two years and the Planning board is the last step. There are no water mains or facilities in this building. The Planner stated that Ms. Griffin waived the VHB review. The fire department wants 12 feet separation between the hangers for construction. The Planner stated that the applicant did receive a Special Permit and Variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals for setbacks to lease lines and non-conforming uses. The Planner asked what the floor was made out of and the applicant stated cement. Nardella asked the Planner if everything was in order and she stated yes. Nardella made a motion to close the public hearing for 492 Sutton Street second by Schwarz. Discussion: The Chair instructed the Planner to draft a decision for the next meeting and reference the FAA approval in the decision. Motion carries 5-0. Nardella made a motion to adiourn at 10:23um, second by Simons Discussion none Motion carries 5-0