HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971-03-13Saturday - March 13, 1971
Special Meet~_ug
The PLANNI~ BOARD held a special meeting on Saturday afternoon, March 13,
1971 at 12:30 P.M. at the North Andover High School, prior to Annual Town Meeting.
The following members were present and voting: Charles W. Trombly, Jr., Chairman;
Donald N. Keirstead, Vice Chairman; John J. Monteiro, Secretary; William Chep,,l~s,
Jr. and Robert J. Burke.
The Board members reviewed the re-zoning articles and the recommendations to be
made.
Atty. Harold Morley, Jr., Atty. John Lynch, Mr. Albert Heemstra and Ben Osgood
were also present.
GILB~T RF~PETITION:
The Board again discussed the K-Mart proposal. Mr. Trombly said the
petitioner will amend the article to limit the area to 18.37 acres.
Atty. Morley said that on Friday, March 12th, they had recorded a covenant rung
with the parcels of land, comprising 18.37 acres, stating that if the area is re-
zoned they will abide with the promises made at the hearing and as stated.
Mr. Monteiro made a motion to recommend FAVORABLE action. A lengthy discussion
was held as to just how binding the covenant would be. M~bly explained
that by recording a covenant it places a cloud on the land,7~6~oney could be
borrowed, could not get a mortgage ~nd would require a court decree to get rid of
it. The Plan~Board has no authority under the Zoning By-Law to accept this
and the Selectmen have no authority, but Mr. Trombly feels that it is binding
enough for the town. Mr. Keirstead stated he w~uld withdraw his objections in view
of the explanation given. The members stated they will not consider the covenant
in their recommendation, but will act on the merits of the proposal and to limit
the area to 18.37 acres. Mr. Chepulis seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous.
The reasons are as follows:
1. This is a proper land use for the area and would be compatible with surrounding
lend use. This is not an area for residential use.
2. This will be in keeping with the guidelines for proper planning for the town.
3. This would help stabilize the tax base by adding tax revenue to the town.
JAYCEE'S EXHIBIT:
The Board discussed the "Know Your Town" project. Mr. Keirstead had prepared
material, which was approved by the other members, end which will be printed by
Advance Reproductions for distribution at the exhibit.
BILLS: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
~. Keirstead and Mr. Monteiro informed the Board that there are two bills
presently before the State House of Representatives, #2158 & #2160, that have to do
with the Planning Board. They feel a letter should be sent to Rep. Hurrell with
Planning Board recommendations. Mr. Keirstead said he would take care of it.
The meeting adjourned at 1:30 P.M.~~~ ~ ~~~~-~ Chairman
~ (Charles ~. Tyombly~/J~.) ~
~~ ~~-~ Clerk
~ (Anna Donahue)