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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-09-07The Planning Board held a regular meeting on Thursday evening, September 7, 1989 in the Selectmen's Meeting Room located in Town Hall. The following members were present when the meeting was called to order at 8:20 p.m.: George Perna, Chairman; John Simons, Clerk; and Erich Nitzsche. Christian Huntress, Town Planner and William Hmurciak, D.P.W. were also present. Publio Hear~nqs National &erial ~dver~isinq - Openinq of the Public Hearino Christian Huntress gave an overview of the project to the Board and all others present. Material which the Board had asked for at the previous meeting was presented by Ms. Kathy Egmont of National Aerial Advertising, Inc. This material included: revised site plan showing additional landscaping, and a tree line buffer, both existing and proposed. Motion: Second: Vote: By Erich Nitzsche to continue the Public Hearing to the September 21, 1989 meeting. John Simons Unanimous of those present. P/parian Office Park - Cont,4 from Auuust 24. 1989 A letter from Christian Huntress to the applicant was read into the record. The Board expressed their concern with the view of the project from Route 114, size of the signs which are to be placed on the buildings, possibility to tie into sewer should it be extended past the Property, and the ability of the surface drainage getting into the detention ponds. Mr William Bergeron, of Hayes Engineering stated that the signs being placed on the building will be less than 2' tall so as to fit within the ornamental brick strip on the facade of each structure. Mr. Bergeron went on to say that the septic system is in compliance with Title V as it is located 10' away from the property line of Berry Street. Motion: Second: Vote: By John Simons to continue the Public Hearing to the September 21, 1989 Planning Board Hearing. Erich Nitzsche Unanimous of those present. Boston Brook - Cont,4 Publio Hearina Christian applicant Permit to Huntress presented the Board with a request from the to extend the time the Board has to act on the Special October 15, 1989. Motion: By John Simons to accept the extension subsequent to the applicant coming into the Planning Office and filling out the correct forms. Second: Erich Nitzsche Vote: Unanimous of those present. Enalish C~role - Cont'~ Public Hearina The Board expressed concern with the alignment of English Circle as it relates to Barman Drive. The Board wants the roadway moved and plans are to be presented at the following meeting. Motion: By JohnSimons to continue the public hearing, accept the written extension to September 26, 1989 and direct the Town Planner to draft a decision to be presented on September 21, 1989. Second: Erich Nitzsche Vote: Unanimous of those present. Rdaewood Life Care - Common Driveway - Omenina Public Hearin. The public hearing was opened and the Board raised concerns about the use, and design of the common drive. Concerns were also raised about the access to the two lots being serviced by this drive. Plans shall be revised to better show the driveway into Edgewood Farm. Abutters from the Estate of Mary Charles were present and expressed concern about the fact that their lot should be able to access the common drive. The Board stated that they are in no way obligated to enhance development of an abutting property and thusly would not condition Edgewood to allow access to the Charles Estate. The attorney for Mary Charles, who did not make herself known, commented that they did not receive proper notification of the opening of the public hearing with regard to the SPecial Permits being granted under Section 8.3, 10.3, 10.31, 11,3 and 13 of the North Andover Zoning Bylaws. Christian Huntress stated that the Estate of Mary Charles was sent notification to the address listed with the Assessors Department and that the notification was returned to the Board. The Planning Boards legal obligation to notify an abutter has at that point has been fulfilled. Motion: Second: Vote: By Erich Nitzsche to continue the public hearing to September 21, 1989. John Simons Unanimous of those present. Edaewood Life C~r~ - Special Permit Draft decisions were distributed for ali Board members, applicants and interested parties. South Cross Road - Definitive Modification Draft decisions were distributed for all Board members, applicant and parties of interest. Form A - APproval Not Reouired UPland Street - Creatin~ One Lot Motion: Second: Vote: By John Simons to accept without prejudice. Erich Nitzsche Unanimous of those present. the applicants withdrawal George D. Perna, Chairman ~a~et L. Eaton, Secretary The North Andover Planning Board held a regular meeting on September 21, 1989 in the Town Hall, Selectmen's Meeting Room. The meeting was called to order at approximately 8~00p.m. by the Chairman, George Perna, Jr. The following members were also present~ John Simons, Clerk and Erich Nitzsche. Paul Hedstrom arrived at approximately 8:lSp.m. Jack Graham was absent. Approval Not Required Form A Plans Wiley Court George Perna expressed his concerns about the width, grade and construction of Wiley Court. The Board will visit the site. An access easement is shown on the plans. Motion~ Second~ Vote~ By Erich Nitzsche to schedule a site walk before taking action on the Form A. John Simons Unanimous of those present. Christian Huntress will schedule the site walk and contact the proper people. Paul Hedstrom arrived at 8:15p.m, Extend Completion Date Cranberry Lane John Simons read a letter from Flintlock Realty Trust requesting an extension of time for the completion of the subdivision. Motion, Second: Vote~ By Erich Nitzsche to accept the request for the extension of time on the condition that D.P.W. reports to the Planning Board that there is sufficient bond to correct any problem on site. John Simons Unanimous of those present. Public Hearings National Aerial Advertising The applicant presented the Board with plans that designated the no cut line. The Board reviewed the draft decision and added a condition that prior to a Certificate of Occupancy being issues for any structure the applicant shall submit a certified As-Built Plan. The plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Board. Motion: Second~ Vote~ By Erich Nitzsche to close the public hearing and approve the draft decision as amended. Paul Hedstrom Unanimous of those present. Riparian Realty Trust - Site Plan Review The applicant has submitted an extension. George Perna said that the applicant needs approval from the Board of Health and the State D.P.W. George also stated that the mechanicals of the building should not be showing. The sign will have a 2' band around it. The applicant should meet with the Planner, Christian Huntress, on the over all safety along Route 114. Christian Huntress stated he would like to contact the State D.P.W. regarding the safety issue. George Perna also spoke on the issue of safety and the accesses to the property. Motions Seconds Votes By Paul Hedstrom to accept the extension. John Simons Unanimous of those present. Enqlish Circle - Definitive Subdivision The Board reviewed a draft decision on English Circle Definitive Subdivision. George Perna updated the application. The alignment of the roadway, drainage issues and easements were reviewed on the revised plans submitted by the applicant. Amendments to the draft decision were added regarding paving and drainage. Motions By Erich Nitzsche to close the public hearing and write a conditional approval with the inclusion of the following itemss 17. The edge of pavement at the northwest intersection at Salem Street shall be constructed at a 35' radius. 18. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy on lot 2, and final release of bond money, the applicant shall submit a topographic as built plan proving the surface runoff from the street enters the detention pond in overflow conditions. The Planning Board shall take a site visit to confirm compliance with this condition. Second~ Votes 19. Prior to the release of any lot from the statutory covenant the developer shall submit approved septic system designs to the Planning Board and certify that the grading of said lot is in conformance with the Definitive Plan and drainage calculations, and that said lot does not create adverse flooding on an adjacent property. Paul Hedstrom Unanimous of those present. Boston Brook - PRD - Definitive Subdivision Christian Huntress spoke to the Board on an extension the Board had received from the applicant. The extension was written to October 14, 1989. Christian Huntress asked for an extension to October 31, 1989 and received his request. The Board asked the Planner to review the number of buildable lots with regards to septic systems. Motion~ Second~ Vote: By John Simons to accept the extension. Erich Nitzsche Unanimous of those present. Edgewood Life Care - Special Permit Common Driveway Christian Huntress, Planner, spoke to the Board on the application. At the last meeting, the public hearing was continued on the Special Permit Common Driveway. The discussion was on the abutters concern for use of the common driveway and the old access road into the site. Clifford Elias spoke to the Board on the common driveway. Also present was Nelson Hammer. George Perna reviewed the plans and asked how the houses were being serviced. He wants to see what the common driveway looks like. The Board requested the following information on the plans: 2. 3. 4. 5. Show access curb cuts Size of Lots Show radius Show proposed drives The plans to explicitly show common driveways. Motion: By Paul Hedstrom to continue the public hearing until October 5, 1989. Second: Erich Nitzsche Vote, Unanimous of those present. Bond Release ~rench Parm John Simons read a memo from Karen Nelson, Director of Planning and Community Development to Chris Huntress, Planner. A letter was read from Ben Osgood requesting release of the bond on the French Farm Subdivision. Bill Hmurciak, D.P.W. stated he had written a punch list and recommends a release of $7,000 for work that was completed from that list. Hotion~ By John Simons to release $7,000 as per the recommendations from the Department of Public Works. Secondz Erich Nitzsche Vote~ In favor - Erich Nitzsche, John Simons and George Perna Abstaining - Paul Hedstrom