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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-06-29Planning Board Meeting Minutes June 29v 1993 Benior Center The meeting was called to order at approximately 7:13 p.m. Members Present John Simons, Acting Chairman, Joseph Mahoney, Clerk, Richard Rowen John Draper and George Perna, Associate Member. Also present was Kathleen Bradley, Town Planner. Discussions Jerad Place III - Subdivision Proposal Thomas Neve, Thomas E. Neve Associates, was present and gave the Board an overview of a proposal for a PRD for Jerad Place III off Boxford Street. He presented a conventional subdivision and a cluster development. Mr. Draper questioned the power-line easement across one of the lots and asked if it was a buildable lot. There is a potential for recreational fields to be created in .some of the open land. Mr. Neve to deliver plans of that section of North Andover to the Planning Staff. Ms. Bradley to check into grandfathering of lots of 1 acre versus 2 acres. Mr. Rowen to work with staff on the further development of this plan. Cobblestone Crossing - Endorsement of Plane The Board signed the plans for Cobblestone Crossing. They also signed the covenant. Ms. Bradley to check on when the roadway fee documents are executed; at the time of endorsement or at the time of acceptance. Jeffrey Place/Tiffany Lan~ A letter from Walter Gillespie, 45 Tiffany Lane, was read into the record requesting that the Planning Board pull the bond and have the Town complete the work on the roadway. The Planning Board asked that Attorney Peter Shaheen come to the next meeting to discuss actions of the developer. Grant Endorsement Mr. Draper was not supportive of a new position in Town Hall, extra money should go to schools. Mr. Mahoney and Mr. Perna strongly endorse the new position. Mr. Rowen wants salary to come from fees from permits/licenses. Mr. Simons supports the idea. Mr. Simons signed the letter of support from the Town. Public Hearlnqs WhiDnoorwill Park - Sub,iv[sion Modification Mr. Mahoney read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Ms. Bradley gave the Board an overview of discussions with the owner and engineer regarding the redesign of the roadway, less cutting with new plans, less filling of wetlands. Mr. Scott Giles, Registered Land Surveyor, told the Board that there would be less cutting overall. There is a potential for preserving landscaping in an island in the cul-de-sac. A 100' paved cul-de-sac with 30' island, similar to Ironwood, is proposed. Mr. Simons suggested that the Board visit the site and look at the circle and possibility of preserving an island with trees. He suggested keeping the hearing open until the Board could visit the site. The Board was in support of the concept of the island if it could be worked out with D.P.W. On a motion by Mr Perna, seconded by Mr. Mahoney, the Board voted to close the public hearing. On a motion by Mr. Perna, seconded by Mr. Draper the Board voted to approve the modified plan, staff to draft a decision and will be reviewed by Mr. Simons and then filed with the Town Clerk. Mr. Simons to look at site and staff to work with D.P.W. on creating an island. Ms. Bradley to follow-up with Mr. Simons on site visit. Brooks School - Site Plan Review Representing Brooks School at the meeting were Tom Amsler, Kevin Burke, Bruce Norelius and Frank Marino. Mr. Mahoney read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Ms. Bradley gave the Board an overview of the Technical Review Committee meetings. Proposed: 2. 3. 4. 5. 2 story brick building white washed brick to match clapboard houses elevations shown on the plans Landscaped terrace New water service from Great Pond Road construction a. trenching changing to existing valves. - only Mr. Simons asked how close the building was from the wetlands. The answer was "greater than 600 feet". The only work in the buffer zone is to plug the ends of the pipe. A special permit may be needed to excavate in the wetland area and buffer zone to plug existing pipe and clear old drain. Mr. Mahoney asked if there were parking issues. The proposed building would not increase school population or traffic but a new driveway would be created out to the lake. No traffic would go through the center of campus, pedestrian way in the future. There would be a net gain of 3 parking spaces. Mr. Marino expressed concern about speed of cars through the center of campus, safety concerns. Mr. Perna asked where the mechanicals for the building would be. The answer was "air conditioning sunk into wall, there would be no roof top equipment". Landscape Site Plan: Trees with landscaping, office. black dots are existing trees, low grassed terrace with flower bed above maintenance the building Lights shown on the plans as black dots with yellow highlighting. The applicants would like to continue concept of lighting entrance - inviting people in. Mr. Draper asked if there was any potential for neighbors to view the lights. The answer was "no". Mr. Draper asked if there was handicap access and parking. The reply was "yes". Mr. Draper asked why the need for trucks. The business office will be used for receiving and shipping for school as well as mail and the bookstore. Mr. Draper asked about the time-frame for construction. Ground breaking is expected November 1, 1993. The site needs to be prepared for digging. This work needs to be started this summer. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Draper, the Board voted to close the public hearing° The Board members will take individual site visits. A draft decision will be available for the Board to review at the next meeting. Calzetta School - Site Plan Revie. Mr. Mahoney read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Ms. Bradley told the Board that the project was previously approved but permits had expired. The Technical Review Committee has reviewed the project. There are no new plans or issues from the original approval. Martin Kretsch, Dinisco Kretsch, gave the Board an overview of the project. The site contains 15 acres. The school will hold 650 students. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 10. 11. Compact structure to fit within the wetland area Minimal wetland crossings with replication Two story building built into slope No elevator in buildings - ramps parking restricted to a certain area Two entrances to school to allow for flexibility and eliminate congestion Retain orchard as a buffer striP, protected ????? area Pedestrian walkways provided Buffer area with plantings - new and relocated plants/trees - keep natural buffers wherever possible Minimal plantings around building for maintenance reasons 360 degree access around building Mr. Rowen asked if expansion of the school was possible. Kretsch answered "no" due to the environmental concerns. Mr. Mr. Draper questioned if sidewalks would be built on Johnson Street. Mr. Kretsch told him that sidewalks beyond the site were not part of the funding for this project. Mr. Rowen expressed concerns about changed rules in who would be bused, more children expected to walk to school currently. Mr. Draper asked if D.P.W. would build sidewalks. Mr. Perna told Mr. Draper that the problem of sidewalks is identified, however he did not want to burden the project with sidewalks beyond the specific site. A question was raised regarding plans to widen Abbott Street. The Planning Board needs to look at safety of proposed pedestrian access onto Abbott Street. Mr. Kretsch told the Board that the access came out at that place because no wetland crossing was required. Concerns were raised about children riding bikes. Mr. Mahoney expressed concerns about a line up of traffic out onto Johnson Street or Abbott Street dropping off children. Mr. Kretsch told the Board that there was flexibility when it is built in designating access ways as one way. Mr. Rowen asked if there was ever a resolution of the speed limit issue. Staff to submit recommendations to the appropriate persons as to the posting of speed limits. Stop signs to be added to driveways onto Johnson Street. This will be added into the deciSion as a condition. Mr. Simons asked if there were any farm elements incorporated into the design. Mr. Kretsch stated that the school was somewhat barn- like, and that the orchard would remain. The Board questioned if there would be lights in the field. Mr. Kretsch stated that there would be no lights in the field. There will be no lights that will shine off site. Questions were raised on the existing pond and impenetrable fence. A 6' chain link fence will be placed around the fence. Mr. Kretsch was asked the depth of the pond. He did not have a definitive answer. The size of the "all purpose field" will be 165'x350', and not solely used for soccer. Mr. Rowen asked about an enclosed canopy. The question of water and sewer on Abbott Street was raised. The answer was they will be pumped from school to corner of Marbleridge and Abbott Streets. On a motion by Mr. Draper, seconded by Mr. Mahoney the Board voted to close the public hearing. Staff to draft a decision for the next meeting. A site visit will be scheduled. 240 Sutton Street - Site Plan Review Mr. Draper read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Mr. James Bourgeois, Thomas Neve Associates, gave the Board an overview of the site. The Board was asked to look at 323 Sutton Street and 240 Sutton Street at the same time. Ail storm drainage drains to catch basins, no storm run- off Granite curb radius onto Sutton Street Low ground signs - in and out 17 spaces for medical office - 2 spaces required for residence - 5 spaces would be required if there was a general office use of the existing home Mr. Bourgeois to confirm that no residential zones abut property. Landscape Plan: Existing screening to be complemented Plant maple trees along Charles Street Minimal screening along adjacent parcel because of I-S Zone. Mr. Draper questioned if there was a need for granite curbing along the entire front of Sutton Street. Landscaping as shown along Charles Street must be changed and/or removed as per owner of Charles Street. Pave or grass the area along Charles Street. Curb should be extended around corner of Charles Street, with granite curbing across the front. 240 Sutton Street to be used for parking lot and landscaping, no further plans for the use of the existing residence. Dr. Chatterjee will own both parcels, however a certain number of spaces will be designated and an easement granted for use of spaces by 232 Sutton Street solely. John Leeman had questions regarding drainage calculations and property boundary. On a motion by Mr. Draper, seconded by Mr. Perna the Board voted to continue the public hearing on 232 Sutton Street and 240 Sutton Street. Ms. Bradley to draft a decision by the next meeting. 485 &ndover Street - Site Plan Review Mr. Simons asked why the Board should allow a B-4 use where there is a substandard size lot. Eight parking spaces are needed for actual business use. May need other spaces during high levels of use. The applicant wants to leave green space around border. The proposed project: leave garage reduce number of spaces keep 50' green buffer for parking The applicant needs: 2. 3. 4. To show 50' green space on the plans To show the extent of pavement on the plan To show size and dimension of parking spaces To show dimensions of green space around the parking lot Staff to draft letter in favor of keeping garage to Zoning Board of Appeals. Applicant concerned as to where clients will go to park. Drainage calculations will be needed. A letter will be sent to the Building Inspector that the applicant can move into the building without final approval from the Planning Board as long as off site parking can be provided. On a motion by Mr. Rowen, seconded by Mr. Draper, the Board voted to continue the public hearing until the next meeting. Staff to draft a decision for review at next meeting. Plannin~ Boar4 Inter~_retaticn of Zonin~ Bylaw - Section 8.3 and 8eotion 11 The Board, by consensus, agreed that a PDD is a Special Permit type of Site Plan Review and thus Section 8.3 applies to all of Section 11 PDD's. Therefore, when the Planning Board reviews a PDD, that constitutes review under Site Plan Review. ~d~ournment The meeting adjourned at approximately 11:20 p.m. John simons, Acting Chairman