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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-01-19PLANNING BOARD MEETING CENTER Ji~NU~RY 19, 1993 MINUTE8 Beginning at 7:00 p.m., members of the Planning Board viewed a video on Open Space. The regular meeting of the Planning Board was called to order at 7:30 p.m. Members Present George Perna, Chairman, Joseph Mahoney, and Richard Rowen. Richard Nardella arrived at 7:30. John Simons and John Draper arrived at 7:40 p.m. Also present were Karen H.P. Nelson, Director of Planning and Community Development and Kathleen Bradley, Town Planner, Richard Doucette, Conservation Administrator, Thomas Laudani, developer, and Paul Kneeland, of Bayfield Development. Discussions Open Space Plan Draft Update - Richard Doucette Mr. Doucette gave the Board an update on the Open Space Plan. Mr. Doucette stressed the need for watershed protection as well as hill top protection. overview of contents of draft table of contents handed out to the Planning Board survey sent out with 40-50 responses need for maps to be included in Open Space Plan final draft expected in March. Cobblestone Crossing - Mr. A1 Shaboo Osqood Mill Update Mr. John Nolan stated that the property has not been purchased as yet. A 21E Report has been submitted. Questions raised by Board members: Who are the joint venture partners in Brickstone? Who is in charge of delivering easement documents? Did the easement change? Mr. Nolan stated that there was no change in the easement. Mr. Paul Hedstrom is to draft easement documents. Mr. Nolan is to supply the Board with copies of documents that were given to Brickstone Properties. On a question of bank financing, Mr. Nolan did not see any major problems. North Andover Business Park Extension - Covenan~ Paul Kneeland, Bayfield Development, told the Board that the roadway is currently under construction. The covenant expired November 8, 1992. The applicant would like an extension. A new and updated covenant is needed. On a motion by Richard Rowen, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to grant a 12 months extension from November 8, 1992 to November 8, 1993. Coventry Estates Bond - Updat~ Mr. Nardella gave the Board an update on the issue of an unpaid electric bill on Coventry I. He is drafting a letter to the Shawmut Bank and will report back to the Board at the next meeting. Mr. Doucette, Conservation Administrator, told the Board that the Commission seized their bond last year and work is being done with that money. A question raised was can the Planning Board use a portion of that money for surveying the drainage. ADDroval Not Required Form A Plan. Osaood Street - Creating 15 Lot~ Mr. Thomas Laudani read a letter to the Planning Board into the file regarding the ANR submittal. There are 15 lots proposed. Mr. Laudani explained that he wants to do a PRD but, at the same time protect his interest. The PRD would be more marketable and plans are to follow through with that concept. Mr. Simons was of the opinion that there should be a trade off, more open space, better design for greater number of units. The footprint of the development are Mr. Simons concerns. The applicant is proposing 16,000 sq. ft. lots, the requirement is 22,000 sq. ft. lots. The applicant would have to go before the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr, Nardella stated that this was against the zoning bylaw. Mr. Mahoney stated that the Planning Board could waive the requirements if it is in the best interest of the area to be developed and the community at large. Mr. Draper expressed his opinion on the number of lots even if there was 60% open space. If everything look crowded, then the design of 21 lots does not make sense. Mr. Rowen wanted to know the economics to demonstrate hardship. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Draper the Board signed the ANR Plans. Public Hearings North &ndover Heights - Definitive Subdivision & Special Permit - PRD Ms. Bradley development. out. gave the Board an overview of the proposed LEA has reviewed drainage calculations and they check D.P.W. has concerns with the size of the water line. An 8" line is shown, 6" line may be better. Mr. Simons stated that the Conservation Commission should not take the drainage easement as part of the open space. Town Counsel is of the opinion that the only way to protect the open space is to own it. Mr. Draper would like to see the style of homes to be constructed and how it relates to the others homes. Mr. Perna asked Mr. Nolan about any criteria on the houses, like minimum size. Mr. Nolan stated that there was a covenant on the entire subdivision for the minimum square f~o~e being 1,600 A no-cut zone will be placed on the plans for Lot 11 and Lot 12. A 50 buffer on Lot 19 is very close to the house, needs to be checked. Entrance sign needs to be shown to the Board. Phased development plan is needed. The Board requested that a binder coat be on all roads leading to subdivision prior to any building permits being issued. The Board requested that North Andover Estates be placed on the next agenda to discuss erosion control problems. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted to close the public hearing on both the Special Permit and the Definitive Subdivision. Mr. Draper did not vote on this item. Mr. Draper asked that a copy of LEA's Report be placed in the file. Great Pond Road - Gonsalves - Special Pe~.,it - Watershed Protection District Ms. Bradley read a memo from Richard Doucette, Conservation Administrator and Mrs. Karen Nelson, Director of Planning & Community Development and can be found in the file. On a motion by Mr. Draper, seconded by Mr. Simons, the Board voted unanimously to close the public hearing. On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Rowen the Board voted to accept the withdrawal without prejudice, 3:1. Mr. Nardella did not vote as he was Acting Chairman. Mr. Perna had left the meeting to attend a Board of Selectmen's Meeting. After a discussion on the number of members needed for action on a Special Permit a motion was made again by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Rowen to accept the withdrawal without prejudice. The Board's votes was 3:2, with Mr. Nardella voting. The Board discussed reconsideration of the motion when Mr. Perna returned from another meeting. After reconsideration discussing the Board of ApPeals denial of the project, and the need to work with and support the Board of Appeals and the Conservation Commission, a motion was made by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Mahoney to reconsider their earlier motion. On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted unanimously to deny the request for withdrawal. On another motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the Board voted unanimously to deny the Special Permit for the construction of a single family dwelling within the non-disturbance zone of the Watershed Protection District. Mr. Simons will review the decision prior to filing with the Town Clerk. Great Pond Estates - Definitive Subdivision & SDecial Permit Watershed Protection Distric~ The Board reviewed the draft decision. Mr. Draper wants sidewalks on all new streets. The consensus of the Board was not to require sidewalks in this subdivision. In the Special Permit decision there will be a condition regarding a "sidewalk fund", in lieu of construction of sidewalks. There was a discussion on whether the Board could require a passbook on a Special Permit bond. There was also a discussion on the collectability of a bond and is the cost to recover included in the figure. A subcommittee was established comprising of Mr. Rowen and Mr. Nardella. On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the Board voted to approve the draft decision on the definitive subdivision as modified. Mr. Rowen is to review the decision prior to filing with the Town Clerk. Mr. Hmurciak, D.P.W. will also review the decision prior to filing. On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Draper, the Board voted to approve the Special Permit draft decision as amended. Cobblestone Crossing Mr. Simons would like to work with Mr. A1 Shaboo. The Board would like to see different plans, the number of lots is unclear, as well as the benefit of a PRD vs. a conventional subdivision. Bonds Holl~ Ridqe First Calvary BaPtiSt Church Evanio Construction - Olenio - Salem Street No bond issues were discussed. Minutes December X, ~992 December 6, ~992 December ~$, 1992 Januar~ 5, ~993 On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Rowen the board voted to accept the minutes for December 1, 1992, December 8, 1992, December 15, 1992 and January 5, 1993. &ds our~ment The meeting adjourned at 11:15 p.m. Eaton, Secretary George Perna, Chairman