HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-08-18The North Andover Planning Board held a regular meeting on Thursday
evening, August 18, 1988 in the Town Hall, Selectmen's Meeting Room.
The meeting was called to order at 7~49 p.m. by Vice-Chairman, George
Perna. Also present were John Simons, Clerk; Erich Nitzsche and Michael
Leafy. Paul Hedstrom, Chairman, arrived at 8540 p.m.
Public Hearings
C&D Realty Trust - Site Plan Review
John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing.
The petitioner, Douglas Small, of C&D Realty Trust seeks a Special
Permit under Section 8.3 (Site Plan Review) of the North Andover Zoning
Bylaw. The application is for the alteration of an existing structure
and related site improvements at 9 Waverley Road. The applicant has
been before the Board of Appeals for the continued use of a
non-conforming structure and was granted a special permit.
Erich Nitzsche questioned if the plan meets the requirements of Site
Plan Review. The Town Planner, Scott Stocking said the plan meets the
requirements.
Peter Voisine, an abutter, commented on the improvements.
Douglas Small stated the uses of the structure being a barber shop, an
insurance company and storage for his business and truck.
A motion was made by Erich Nitzsche to close the public hearing and take
the matter under advisement. The motion was seconded by Michael Leary
and voted unanimously by those present.
Micromatics - 80 Plagship Drive - Site Plan Review
John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. A letter
was received and read from the Police Department.
The petitioner seeks approval of Site Plan review under Section 8.3 of
the North Andover Zoning Bylaw for the construction of a 10,590 sq.ft.
addition to an existing 12,308 sq.ft., one story structure, located at
80 Flagship Drive.
After a discussion on mitigation of run-off, parking, landscaping, and
lighting, Erich Nitzsche made a motion to close the public hearing and
take the matter under advisement. The motion was seconded ny Michael
Leary and voted unanimously.
Paul Hedstrom, Chairman arrived at 8~40 p.m.
J.N. Phillips Glass - 150 Sutton Street
Site Plan Review
John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing.
The petitioner seeks approval for Site Plan review under Section 8.3 of
the North Andover Zoning Bylaw to utilize an existing structure located
at 150 Sutton Street for a glass repair facility. The existing
structure contains approximately 2,600 sq.ft, on a lot that contains
approximately 6,082 sq. ft. in a Residential-4 Zoning District.
Attorney Victor Harem was present representing the applicant. Attorney
Harem gave a brief scenario of the proposal. The Board of Appeals has
granted the petitioner the change of use to an auto glass repair
facility. The billboard on the property will be removed upon the
expiration of the present lease.
The Planning Board expressed concerns about parking, movement of
vehicles in the parking lot and the sign. One parking space will be
removed. The Board requested the sign be made of wood and not
illuminated.
The Pire Department had concerns of safety and access of the fire
trucks. Those concerns will be addressed in the decision.
Erich Nitzsche made a motion to close the public hearing and take the
matter under advisement. The motion was seconded by Paul Hedstrom and
voted unanimously by the Board.
Vice-Chairman, George Perna, turned the meeting over to the Chairman,
Paul Hedstrom at 9~20 p.m.
Beijing Restaurant - 1250 Osgood Street.
Site Plan Review
John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. A letter
was received and read from the D.P.W. relative to an on-going sewer
issue.
The petitioner is requesting approval to construct a 535 sq.ft., I 1/2
story addition to an existing building, on 2.55 acres on the north side
of Osgood Street in a General Business Zoning District. The addition is
for a solarium. There are no parking space issues and no fire access
issues.
John Simons made a motion to close the public hearing and take the
matter under advisement. The motion was seconded by Erich nitzsche and
voted unanimously by the Board.
Milco Realty - Definitive Subdivision
Scott Stocking, Town Planner received a letter from the applicant
requesting an extension.
Scott Stocking gave the Board some background on the circumstances. The
Miller property would connect Jerad II with Romas Brickus property. The
Millers filed preliminary plans so they would not loose the
grandfathering of their property under the new zoning bylaws. Scott
Stocking further commented that it would be in the Town's interest to
accept a 90 day extension.
MOTION: By Erich Nitzsche to grant a 90 day extension.
SECOND: George Perna
VOTE: Unanimous
Brookview - Definitive Subdivision
The applicant requested an extension until September 30, 1988.
MOTION: By Michael Leary to accept the extension until September 30,
1988.
SECOND, Erich Nitzsche
VOTE: Four in favor - Erich Nitzsche, John Simons, Michael Leary~.aad
Paul Hedstrom .....
Abstained - George Perna · - "''~
Approval Not Required Form A's
Osgood Street - Changing Lot Line
MOTION~ By Erich Nitzsche to approve the Form A Plan.
SECOND~ Michael Leafy
VOTE, Unanimous
Coventry Estates - Land Court
The Planning Board signed the plans as a Form A Plan.
Decisions/Discussions
Hickory Hill PRD
Scott Stocking, Town Planner stated that he had spoken to Town Counsel.
Following a lengthy discussion on legal issues, language in documents,
ownership, easements and open space, John Simons made a motion to accept
an extension until September 15, 1988 to address all concerns. Michael
Leafy seconded the motion and the Board voted unanimously.
Lot F Flagship Drive - Site Plan Review
Scott Stocking, Town Planner, presented the Board with a draft
decision. After a brief discussion, Michael Leary made a motion to have
the decision voted on at the September 8, 1988 meeting. The motion was
seconded by Erich Nitzsche and the Board voted unanimously.
Open Space Dedication Policy
Scott Stocking, Town Planner, spoke to the Board stating that the Board
needs to adopt a policy on Open Space Dedication. A draft policy was
presented to the Board for review and action.
7 Hodges Street - Site Plan Review
The applicant asked the Board to accept a withdrawal without prejudice.
MOTION: By John Simons to accept the withdrawal without prejudice.
SECOND~ Hichael Leafy
VOTE: Unanimous
MOTION~ By George Perna to go into Executive Session to discuss MacMiff
Common Driveway Application which is in litigation.
SECONDs John Simons
VOTE: Unanimous