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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-02-02PLANNING BOARD MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 2, 1993 The Planning Board meeting was calied to order at 7:45 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room. MEMBERS PRESENT~ approximately George Perna, Chairman, Richard Nardella, John Simons, Joseph Mahoney, John Draper and Richard Rowen. Also present were Kathleen Bradley, Town Planner and Karen H.P. Nelson, Director of Planning & Community Development. Discussions &ffordable Housinq at Boston Broo~ Mark O'Hagan had requested time on the agenda to discuss Affordable Housing at Boston Brook. The property has been sold. Discussion canceled. Hollv Ridge Bond - Interest Mr. John McGarry has requested that the interest on a bond being held for the completion of Holly Ridge be released. The interest accrued is more than the amount required for the completion. The Board had voted previously to release the principal amount and not the accrued interest leaving a total principal of $24,500, As a result, a total of $71,000 representing the remaining principal plus interest was retained by the bank. After a discussion on the amount required to complete that roadway a motion was made by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Mahoney to release all funds except $30,000, which will be retained until final acceptance. ADDroval NOt Required Form A Plan~ Bradford Street - Creatinq i Lot There was a discussion on the location of the lot being created. Mr. Draper wanted to have the entire lot shown on the plans. Virgil Sanchez and Karen Barker explained how the lot was created from at much larger parcel. On a motion by Mr. Simons, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the Board voted to endorse the Form A Plan subject to changes as discussed. The plan will be signed by Mr. Perna. Public Hearinqs Cobblestone Crossinq - Definitive Subdivision & Special Permit ppn Mr. Simons read the legal notices to open the public hearing. Comments were also read from the D.P.W. A1 Shaboo, Environeers, gave the Board a brief presentation of the proposed development. 2. 3. 4. 5. PRD proposed There are Form A lots proposing two roadways open space will be provided Town sewer and water Mr. Shaboo stated that he wanted to maintain as much of a green space as possible as shown on the plans. The watermain can be looped. There are no drainage calculations completed at this time as the project has not been finalized. Mr. Draper asked if this development could connect to Cranberry Lane. Ms. Bradley stated that the houses were too close together on Cranberry Lane and there were no easements granted. Mr. Simons stated that this was a transition area because of the commercial and residential mix. He asked that the developer look at other alternatives, such as commercial use in the existing houses. Maybe light business along Route 125. Mr. Perna asked if there were wetlands on the site. Mr. Shaboo stated that there were no wetlands on the site and the engineers have reviewed the site. There has been a submittal to the Conservation Commission. Questions were raised on how the number of lots were calculated. Mr. Perna commented on the following: green space usually connects to other pieces of open space commercial /residential buffer needed no increase traffic on Route 125 Would not allow roads to be 7' off each other, have to be directly across from Phillips Common. Mr. Simons suggested changing the zoning to allow the houses on Route 125 to remain but be used as businesses. If torn down, uses would be lost. Mr. Perna opened the meeting to the public for comments. Julia Warchol expressed concerns about wetlands and wanted to know the zoning requirements. Mr. Shaboo stated that in a conventional subdivision, the required lot area is 1/2 acre. In a cluster development 1/4 acre is required. Mr. Shaboo stated that he is proposing to keep a small strip of land along the Warchol property as open space. Mr. Perna explained the PRD development. Amy Olenio expressed her concerns about usage of land as it is wet. Pum~s are used in cellars to keep the water out. She was told that the site wes ~ot buildable. There is also a traffic issue on Mass AYmnue due to the Construction and completion of Phillips Common. Mr. Perna stated that traffic studies were completed on Phillips Common that stated no major increase in traffic would occur. Steve Patterson, abutter, wanted to know how close the house would be from his lot. Mr. Shaboo stated that the houses would not be less than 50 ft. in the PRD because of the buffer zone requirement. Mr. Patterson wanted a green space buffer along Mass. Avenue and his property. He stated that there was standing water on the proposed site. Brian Healy, an abutter, wanted to know what the value of the homes would be. He also questioned if there would be any problems with fire engine access. Mr. Perna stated that the concerns of the fire department would be part of the decision. Mr. Healy also expressed concerns with problems with the "99" Restaurant. Mr. Shaboo stated that the value of the homes would be in the $300,000 range. Mrs. Healy wanted to know what would happen if the homes did not sell for $300,000. She asked if there was a requirement that homes be sold at a certain rate and where the break even point was. Peter Shaheen stated that the PRD may be a better way to go because there was more control. He stated that the impact on the "99"'s expanded parking lot brought concerns to the residents. Chris Moen lives on the corner of Osgood Street and Mass. Avenue. He expressed concerns about the water level on the site. He stated that there were major traffic concerns along Mass. Avenue. A traffic light at Osgood Street and Mass Avenue or possibly four way stop signs would help the traffic problem. Mr. Moen asked if the Board looks at plans architecturally. Mr. Draper stated that architecture is very important and there is a need for integration of design and landscaping. On a motion by Mr. Mahoney, seconded by Mr. Draper, the Board voted to continue the public hearing to February 16, 1993. The applicant was to work with Mr. Simons on re-doing the conventional plan to coincide with what was proposed. North Andover He[qhts - Definitive Subdivision & Special Permit ppn Mr. Rowen presented the Board with a draft decision. The applicant asked if the actual decision had to be put on the plans. The applicant was told the cover sheet and lot plans are recorded. The decision can be recorded separately. Ms. Nelson, stated that originally decisions were placed on the plans for coordination purposes. Mr. Perna stated that only items that are perpetual are on the cover sheet. Mr. Simons stated that there was a need to ensure access to the project and an agreement with owner of utilities in North Andover Estates. This agreement should be submitted in the form of a letter, between both parties. Mr. Draper mentioned an erosion control scheme created by engineer to control abutter impact. Mr. Simons left at 10:30 p.m. Mr. Mahoney left at 11:00 p.m. Sidewalks will be required as shown on plans. The roadway width proposed as 22' is acceptable as it connects to a 22' roadway. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Nardella the Board voted unanimously to accept the draft conditional approval for the definitive subdivision as modified by the discussion. There was a discussion of the PRD approval. Mr. Nolan showed the Board what restrictive covenant will be placed on the lots, tighter restrictions that architectural covenant. Mr. Nolan and Mr. Draper to discuss the architectural aspects. On a motion by Mr. Nardella, seconded by Mr. Rowen, the Board voted unanimously to continue discussion on the decision for the PRD. Discussions 232 Button Street - Chatter~eA The Board asked that the Building Inspector, Bob Nicetta, meet to discuss what has happened. Coventry Estates - Riok Nardella - Update The Board tabled this issue to a workshop meeting. Sohedule Workshop Meeting There will be a joint meeting between the Planning Board and the Conservation Commission to discuss roads and conservation restrictions. This meeting will be held on February 8, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. in the Selectmen's Meeting Room. Minutes January 19m 1993 The Board is to review the minutes. This item will be placed on the Board's next regular meeting.