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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974-06-03Monday - June 3, 1974 Regular Meeting The PLANNING BOARD held its regular meeting on Monday evening, June 3, 1974 at 7:30 P.M. in the Town Office Building meeting room. The following members were present and voting: William Chepulis, Chairman; William N. Salemme, Clerk; Fritz Ostherr, Vice Chairman; Paul R. Lamprey and John J. Monteiro. Mr. Monteiro made a motion to accept the minutes of the previous meeting; Mr. Ostherr seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous. There were approximately 20 people present for the meeting. HEARING: 1. Frank Gelinas - plan of Ben Osgood's , Old North Andover Realty Trust, Coachman's Lane. The Subdivision Control Sub-committee feels it is not a re-subdivision, and those concerned are the owners of lots 17A, 28A and O.N.A.R.T. Mr. Carrano, owner of lot 28A spoke in favor of the petition. Mr. Conlon, lot 27, was concerned about ~ny regrading of the turn-around which might affect his driveway. "No commend'was received from the Board of Public Works. The Building Inspector said it doesn't seem to affect zoning. The Highway Surveyor recommends, as per hisletter dated May 29, 1974, the following: 1. That the grade of the proposed replanned circle should not exceed 6 per coat, or the proposed grade on the existing approved plan. 2. That the two catch basins be installed to accomodate water run off and prevent erosion of shuulders and steep embankments that will exist on side slopes of circle. 3. Prefers to see the circle a true circle rather than an offset type. The BOARD looked at the original subdivision plsns and there was a discussion between Frank Gelinas and Wm. Cyr on grades and catch basins. Frank Gelinas stated that his client is willing to put in an inverted crown and paved water course at the northern course of the cul de sac. The reason it is not on the plans is because it isn't a requirement. Mrs. Trombly of the Conservation Commission stated th will not have a recommendation until much later. Mr. Monteiro made a motion to approve and accept the subdivision control committee's opinion. Mr. Ostherr seconded the motion. Mr. Ostherr amended this motion to include, "roadway in question will have an inverted crown and oul de sac will be serviced by a paved waterway at the northerly end of the turn-~round." June 3, 1974 A further amendment was added, stating that if the subject land comes under the purview of the Conservation Commission any revision or modification of the plans shall be submitted to the PLANNING BOARD for record purposes. The vote was unanimous. Note: The engineer was directed to put the two conditions regarding the swail and inverted crown on the plan. PLANS NOT REQUIRING APPROVAL: 1. ~udover Conservation Commission, re Berry Pond Rd. Mr. 0stherr made motion to endorse the plan; Mr. Monteiro seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. 2. L~uis Dubois and Yvonne Giard, land on Martin Ave. Mr. 0stherr made a motion to accept the plan; Mr. Monteiro seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. 3. J. Parisi, land on Foster Street. Mr. Ostherr made a motion not to endorse the plan because it does show a subdivision inasmuch as not all lots have adequate front~e. Mr. Monteiro seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. SCENIC ROADS: A group of people were present interested in scenic roads, mainly Great Pond Rd. Mrs. Manzi spoke for the petition. Mr. Chepulis read a letter signed by citizens of North Andover plus residents of Great Pond Rd. Mr. 0stherr thought the petition should state, "Great Pond Rd. from the Old Center to Brooks School turn" due to the fact that it goes into Rte. 133. Mr. Ostherr made a motion to hold a public hearing for the scenic roads inthe Fire Station on Monday evening, July 1, 1974. Mr. Monteiro seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. JOHN NILLIS RE FLATDEY SUBDIVISION PLANS: Mr. Willis spoke for Mr. Flatley regarding the Covenant with the Town of North Andover requesting the PLANNING BOARD to remove the Covenant and sign a release at the nert meeting so they will not have to wait two years to go to Town Meeting. This Covenant is recorded in the Registry of Deeds, Book 1239, page 198, under Thomas J. Flatley with the Inhabitants of the Town of North ~hndover. Mr. 0stherr made a motion for the PLAIINING BOARD to indicate the release of such a Covenant. Mr. Monteiro seconded the motion and discussion followed. Not knowing wh'ether the PLANNING BOARD is the proper town body to release such Covenant, Mr. Chepulis made a motion to inquire of Town Counsel, Mr. Monteiro seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. Mr. Chepulis asked if the PLANNING BOARD would signify their willingness to release the Covenaut if they are the proper body to do so and the vote was unanimous. PRELIMINARY PLANS ~OR TRAFALGAR ESTATES: John Willis appeared before the Board for Mr. Flatley for potential duplex houses on 68 lots on the same locus as in the petition forrezoning. Proposal will require utilities and roads which are in an undeveloped state requiring PLANNING June 3, 1974 - cont. BOARD approval. They wo~ld also develop Prospect St., according to Mr. Willis. The same answers apply to the drainage problem (sluice gate and retention pond). Mr. Ostherr made a motion to put the above on the agenda for the nex~t regular meeting dated Monday evening, July l, 197d and inform the usual boards. Mr. Nonteiro seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. LETTERS FROM CONCERNED CITIZENS: 1. Mr. J. K. Wyllie, 82 Raleigh Tavern Lane is opposed to making Raleigh Tavern Lane a through street. 2. Mr. Eugene Sztucinski, 460 Boxford St., requesting notification regarding the Dr. Love development and the stone crusher. Mr. Monteiro made a motion to acknowledge receipt and place on file the above letters. Mr. Lamprey seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. APPROVAL FROM ATTORNEY GENERAL: All amendments were approved. Mr. 0stherr made a motion to include the approved zoning changes in the new Zoning By-Law booklets and to authorize the Administration Sub-Committee to canvass for bids on printing 500 copies and to find a suitable print shop for same. They will be sold at $1.00 each copy. Mr. Lamprey seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. NOTICES: The Clerk read the legal notices. 1. R & T REALTY - conversion on Saunders St. from 4 to 5 apartments which cannot meet the parking regulations and also need a variance on frontage requirements. Mr. Ostherr made a motion we send the Board of Appeals a letter stating that we do not like to encourage more conversions in this area that cannot meet the off-street park- ing requirements of the Zoning By-Law, but other than that we have no objection to the variance or special permit requested. Mr. Lamprey seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. 21 Naomi E. Tromblyand Trombly Bros. - Mr. Ostherr made a motion to let the previous comments stand. Mr. Lamprey seconded and the vote was unanimous. 3. Raymond Turcotte - because of termites in hoUse the resident wants to rebuild and the location is in an Industrial zone. Mr. Lamprey made a motion suggesting no comment. Mr. Salemme seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. 4. Joseph and Marilyn Quartarone - asking for variance and special permit to convert the"American Legion Home" at 150 Middlesex St. into three apartments. Mr. Ostherr moves no further comment and Mr. Lamprey seconded the motion. The vote was four in favor with Mr. Salemme abstaining. 5. Town Garage - Mr. Chepulis made a motion to go on record that the Board feels that this is the proper location for the proposed Garage. Mr. Lamprey seconded the mo~ion and the vote was umanimous. June 3, 1974 MERRIMACK VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION MATERIAL: Mr. Chepulis read the letter regarding the Regional Solid Waste. Nr. Ostherr made a motion to refer it to the Long Range Planning Committee for a report at the next regular meeting. Mr. Lamprey seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. APPOINTMENTS FOR EARTH RENOVAL COMMITTEE: These have not been made and are to lbe brought up again at the next meeting. SUBDIVISION RULES AND REGULATIONS DISCUSSION: Mr. Ostherr made a motion to get a list of amendments together and advertise for a hearing in August. Copies of this list are to be sent to all members. Nr. Lamprey seconded the motion. Nr. 0stherr added to the motion to set the date for the hearing on Revisions to Subdivision Rules and Regulations for Nonday evening, August 5, 1974 at 7:30 P.N. in the Fire Station. Nr. Lamprey seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS: Send for report on Nerrimack Waste Water Nanagement Study. Mr. Salemme formally requested removal from the NVPC; his request was granted by the Board. Mr. Lamprey would like to see a new member appointed to the MVPC due to comments in the local newspaper which were expressed as an opinion of the Board. As a member of this Board he doesn't feel they are his own feelings. Nr. Chepulis officially welcomed the new secretary to the Board, Gilda Blackstock, who is replacing Anna Donahue. The meeting adjourned at 11:00 P.M. (William Chepuli~) -- ~~Secretary (Gilda Blackstock)