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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-02-15The North Andover Planning Board held a regular meeting on Thursday evening, February 15, 1990, in the Town Hall 8electmen's Meeting Room. The meeting was called to order at 8515 p.m. by the Chairman, George Perna, Jr. Also present were John Simons, Clerk, Erich Nitzsche and John Draper. Jack Graham was absent. Public Hearinqs 2070 Turnpike Street - Bayfield Company John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. Letters were received from abutters and portions thereof were read. Letters were also received from the engineer. All letters are available in the file for inspection. Christian Huntress, Town Planner, told the Board that the applicant has been before the Technical Review Committee. Bill Hmurciak, D.P.W. is reviewing the drainage calculations. John Simons asked Jim Bourgeois, engineer, when the lots were created. Jim's response was that the lots were created in 1985, the ANR Plan in 1987. Tom Neve, Thomas E. Neve Associates, stated the use was frozen because of the ANR Plan. Jim Bourgeois, E.D.C., Inc., was present representing the Bayfield Company. Also present were Mike Rice and Jeff Donahue, from the Bayfield Company and Terry Turtle from W.B. Kent Company. Jim Bourgeois gave a brief overview of the parcel located on Route 114. The applicant is proposing a 24,000 sq.ft, building. There will be a curb-cut on Route 114 for access and egress. A 360 degree access around the building has been provided for the Fire Department. The proposed project meets the dimensional requirements. An area of 13,000 sq.ft, will be used for modular storage. George Perna asked what the building would look like from Berry Street. Jim Bourgeois did not have plans showing the elevations from Berry Street, but tried to explain to the Board. George Perna asked about the parking around the building and if there was any landscaping planned. Jim Bourgeois stated that there would be a screen of pine trees around a stockade fence. Hardwood trees, 12 ft high would also be planted. George Perna stated that the Board would view the Berry Street side as the front of the building and it should be attractive. Jim Bourgeois stated that he had been before the Board of Appeals on Tuesday for a special permit for use of industrial storage being an accessory use, but storage is the prime use in this particular business. Jim Bourgeois gave the Board some background on how the Zoning Bylaw came about regarding storage and it being a permitted use in the Industrial-1 (I-l) Zoning District. The Board went over Section 4.11 of the Zoning Bylaw. The Board raised the question of is it an allowed use. Terry Turtle, W.B. Kent Company, told the Board that this was not a self storage business, the storage is only temporary and for household goods only, not hazardous materials. George Perna stated that if storage was the primary use then it was not allowed. William McCullom, an abutter stated that warehousing is warehousing, whether its household goods or not. John Simons asked Christian Huntress to send a letter to the Board of Appeals on the issue of use. Erich ~ltzsche commented on the hardwood trees being used for screening. His comment was that during winter the leaves would have fallen leaving no screening. He would rather see evergreens planted. John Draper stated that his prime concern, if he lived in the area, would be the idling of the trucks.. Terry Turtle stated that there are laws that prohibit the idling of vehicles for more the ten (10) minutes. He also told the Board members the hours of operations would be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. John Draper asked about the sound being buffered. Jim Bourgeois stated that it would be possible to have a five (5) foot berm, then a fence. The Board requested elevations for the Berry Street aide. When asked about the lighting, Jim Bourgeois told the Board that there would be lighting on the building. George Perna requested information on the lighting fixtures. Upon review the Board would either approve the type to be used or make recommendations for another type of fixture. Regarding signs, Jim Bourgeois stated there will be a ground sign, to code. George Perna said the biggest concern is screening along Berry Street. Jim Bourgeois showed the Board a different scenario for the placement of the building. Wetlands would be disturbed., approximately 30,000 sq.ft. Ed Pedi, an abutter expressed concerns of truck drivers coming in at midnight letting the trucks idle with their lights on. Terry Tuttle spoke to the Board on different areas trucks stop and the policing of those areas. He suggested that a gate be installed near the building so the trucks could go no further. Tom Neve, Thomas E. Neve Associates, went over the wetlands with the Board. A plan was shown to the Board with Riparian Realty Trust, Elm Square, and W.B. Kent properties. Tom ~eve went over the technical drainage system with the Board. Erich Nitzsche wants to see the under drains. Tom showed Erich a rough draft of the catch basins. Erich requested spot elevations regarding the water. George Perna asked about the water that flows along Berry Street and if it would increase or decrease. ?om stated that it was in his report and would find the correct pages. The Board will schedule a site visit. John Simons asked Tom what was the position of the Board of Health. Tom told John, he has a letter from Mike Graf and the wells are outside of 1OO foot area. George Perna asked that the distance be further than the 1OO feet requirement. Tom said he would look into it. Erich Nitzsche asked for perc test and deep hole test that were taken by Tom Neve. Tom told Erich he would see that he gets those tests. Tom Neve said there would be a 12 inch water main brought down to the site with an 8 inch pipe going into the site. Jim BoUrgeois further stated that his client will put a hydrant on Berry Street. Bill McCullom, Berry Street, told the Board that he had bought the old Farnum Homestead twenty years ago. He had hoped for a Village Residential setting. He further stated that it was "A hell of an impact to the neighborhood" for such a development. Prank Hamilton, Berry Street, expressed is concern with the businesses that are now appearing in the neighborhood. He also would like to see a Village Residential setting. Tom Neve stated that he was prepared to make the parcel as low impacted as possible. George Perna explained to the abutters that the Board had their concerns in mind and that the Board is very sensitive to their concerns. John Simons told the abutters that if a Form A Plan is filed, the use is allowed, within three years. George Perna stated that the Board can only condition a site plan. Bill McCullom asked which Board Would determine the use. George Perna stated that the Board would have Town Counsel review the issue. Llnda Pedi, an abutter, asked the Board if they would visit the present site of W.B. Kent as well as the proposed site. Tim Nixon, 362 Berry Street, expressed his feeling on the proposal along with the parking that is associated with the soccer field off Berry Street. Motion: By John Simons to continue the public hearing to March 1, 1990 and schedule a site visit for Saturday February 17, 1990 at S~30 a.m. Second: Erich Nitzsche Vote: Unanimous of those present. The Board requested that a letter be sent to the Board of Appeals. South Bradford Street - Special Permit - Common Driveway John Simons read the legal notice officially opening the public hearing. Motion: Second: Vote: By John Simons to continue the public hearing to March 1, 1990. John Draper Unanimous of those present. Olenio - Special Permit - Watershed Motion: Second: Vote: By John Simons to accept the extension on the special permit. If written extension is not received by Monday a Special Meeting will be scheduled. John Draper Unanimous of those present. Discussions North Andover Business Park George Perna stated that he had a discussion with the Town Manager. The signal light, officer or at least a definitive plan is requested. George Perna asked for something in writing from the Bayfield Company on the signal light at the intersection of Route 114 and Willow Street. Approval Not Required Form A Plans Vest Way - 5 Lot to 3 Lots Christian Huntress stated that he had spoken to Town Counsel on the Contiguous Buildable Area requirement. It is the opinion of Town Counsel that the C.B.A. requirement be met. The Board will hold a special meeting on Wednesday morning, February 21, 1990, at 8:00 a.m. in the Town Hall, Selectmen Meeting Room. The Board tabled the Form A Plans until further information is obtained from Town Counsel. Boxford Street - Creatinq 12 Lots Motion: Second: Vote: By Erich Nitzsche to approve the Form A Plan entitled Plan of Land in North Andover owned by Anthony J. Jr. & Frances E. Szelest and prepared for David A. Kindred, dated 2/12/90, approval under the Subdivision of land not required. John Draper Unanimous of those present. Tanglewood Lane - Land Court Plan Motions By John Simons to approve Tanglewood Lane. Seconds John Draper Votes Unanimous of those present. the perimeter plan for Boston Brook - Form A Plan John Simons read a letter from Ralph Jo¥ce. Motions Seconds Vote: By John Simons to approve the Form A Plan for Boston Brook. Erich Nitzsche Unanimous of those present. Siqn Plans The Planning Board signed the following plans: Boston Brook Estates - Definitive Subdivision - PRD Woodchuck Grove - PRD English Circle - Definitive Subdivision 270 Marbleridge Road - Dr. Smith - Special Permit Watershed Discussions Butcher Boy Christian Huntress gave the Planning Board copies of a settlement. The Planning Board will review the settlement and make comments by Wednesday, February 21, 1990. Minutes January 11, 1990 - January 18, 1990 - February 1, 1990 Motion: Second: Votes By Erich Nitzsche to approve the minutes as written. John Draper Unanimous of those present. Motion: Second: Vote: By Erich Nitzsche to adjourn the meeting John Simons Unanimous of those present. The Planning Board adjourned at 11:10 p.m. George Perna, Jr., Chairman t L. Eaton, Secretary