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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-10-06The North Andover Planning Board held a regular meeting on October 6, 1988 in the Town Hall, Selectmen's Meeting Room. The meeting was called to order at approximately 8:10 p.m. by the Chairman, Paul Hedstrom. Also present were George Perna, Vice Chairman and Erich Nitzsche. John Simons arrived at 8s30 p.m. Michael Lear¥ arrived at 9~25 p.m. Discussions Lot 1 Cranberry Drainaqe Concerns Scott Stocking, Town Planner stated that a letter had been sent to the developers requesting that they appear before the Board and address the drainage concerns and grading issues on Lot ! Cranberry Lane. Michael Mazarde representing Flintlock Realty Trust was present. Peter Caurso spoke citing the concerns of the abutters, relative to drainage. He said they were in violation of the covenants that are on the plans. Michael Mazarde stated that up to Lot ! there are no violations. The developer of Lot 1 is in violation. Peter Caurso suggested that a plan be Submitted by the landscape architect. Scott Stocking to inspect the area of Lot 1. Paul Hedstrom asked for a certified drainage calculations, cite the house, the wall and submit an As-Built Plan for Lot 1. The issue will be put on the agenda for the November 3, 1988 meeting. C&P Realty Trust - Site Plan Review John Simons read the legal notice to open the public hearing. The petitioner is requesting Site Plan approval under the Special Permit Process to construct an addition to an existing building of 13,6OO sq. ft., used for light manufacturing and office space. The proposed addition is 3,222 sq. ft., one story structure, on a lot containing 80,932 sq. ft. located on the west side of Flagship Drive, known as 31 Flagship Drive, in an Industrial-1 (I-l) Zoning District. Philip White, attorney, Raymond Collette and Peter Samaris, an engineer were present. The Board members had questions on the side yard requirements, variances, existing drainage, type of business, actual sq.ft, of the building addition, parking requirements, landscaping and the construction of the building. On the question of side yard requirements, Mr. White said the applicant has a variance. The basis for the variance was based on topography of the land (50' side yard required, 38' shown). On the drainage question, Mr. White said it presently drains into the street. Relative to the type of business, it will be light manufacturing, 3,200 sq.ft., with parking for 33 vehicles as required. The building will be constructed of concrete block. The Board would like to see alternative plans. They expressed concerns with the location of the building and angle as well as the topography lines and drainage calculations. MOTION: By John Simons to continue the public hearing until November 3, 1988 SECOND: Erich Nitzsche VOTe. Unanimous of those present. Brookview Subdivision Paul Hedstrom stated that he was concerned with the length of time for making the decision on this subdivision. Tom Neve spoke on the studies that were required by Scott Stocking, Traffic Impact Study (Based on GB Subdivision) Marketing study Tom Neve stated that based on those study which were issued on October 4, 1988, 75% of the land is wetland and the bottom line is that based on that the concept of VR/VC it cannot be done. If the zoning lines were placed properly then it would be possible. George Perna expressed concerns about the residential area and commercial traffic. Erich Nitzsche agreed with George Perna on the close proximity of the roadway to Route 114. It is a dangerous access. Brookview will be put on the agenda for December 1, 1988. Tom Neve stated that the abutters will be notified of the public hearing. MOTION: By John Simons to continue the public hearing and accept the extension requested by the applicant. SECOND: Erich Nitzsche VOTE: Unanimous of those present. Michael Leary arrived at 9~23 p.m. Woodchuck Grove - PRD John Willis, Jr. spoke stating that additional information on the drainage calculations was needed and that an extension was being requested until November 30, 1988. MOTION: By George Perna to accept the extension to continue the public hearing until Nov 30, 1988. SECOND: Erich Nitzsche VOTE: Unanimous George Perna left the meeting at 9:25 p.m. Decisions/Discussions Girl Scouts, 1740 Turnpike Street - Site Plan Review MOTION: By John Simons to approve based upon the written decision. SECOND: Erich Nltzsche VOTE: Unanimous of those present NOTE: Decision is part of minutes. Salem Forest III - Common Driveways Sign Planm The Board signed the plans. Memo to Conservation - Limited Pro~ects Scott Stocking stated that he had drafted a memo to the Conservation Commission on Limited Projects. He was asking for the Board to authorize him to send it. The Board gave him the authorization to send the memo. Draft - Subdivision Rules and Requlations Scott Stocking presented the Board with a draft of the new Subdivision Rules and Regulations. Approval Not Required Form A Plan~ Lacy Street MOTION: By Michael Leary to approve the Form A Plans SECOND: John Simons VOTE: Unanimous of those present 99 Restaurant - Chickering Road Zoning line to be put on the plans MOTION: By Michael Leary to approve the plans SECOND: John Simons VOTE: Unanimous of those present Campion Road February 1, 1989 - violation (to be taken care of by Building Inspector) MOTION: By John Simons to approve and direct the Building Inspector of the Possible violation. SECOND: Michael Leary VOTE: Unanimous of those present. Bonds Deerfield - Hol~idge MOTION: By John Simons to release per the letter from Bill Hmurclak, the amount of $40,000. SECOND: Michael Leary VOTE: Unanimous of those present Salem Forest III - Post Bond/Release Lots MOTION: By Michael Lear¥ to take the matter under advisement - Tri-party Agreement suggested. SECOND: John Simons VOTEs Unanimous of those present. Oakwood - As-Built Plans MOTION: By Michael Leary to release $5,600 that is being held for the As-Built Plans. SECOND: John Simons VOTE: Unanimous of those present. MOTION: By John Simons to adjourn the meeting. SECONDs Michael Leary VOTE: Unanimous of those present. ~ning Board Meeting adjourned at 10530 p.m. Paul A. Hedstrom, Chairman ~a~et L. Eaton, Secretary