Public
Hearings & Regular Meeting
Wednesday,
January 25, 2006
7:00 p.m.
Members Present: Jack
Christian, Chairman (JC), Robert Straubel, Vice Chairman (RS), Larry Cuddire
(LC), Don Egan (DE) and Lisa Lane (LL).
Also Present: Assistant
Planner, Leah Hill, Secretary, Pat Banfield
Meeting Opened at 7:05 p.m.
1.
New Business
a. Building
Permits /Bond Per Buzz Couillard,
the original Mylar that was approved by the Planning Board never got signed by
the Planning Board back in December 2003. As a result, the plan was never filed at the
Registry of Deeds. Mr. Couillard cannot
find a copy of the original signed plan for Coulson Pratt.
RS
what the
board approved originally has not changed therefore, the Mylar dated September
2004 should be acceptable. However, Mr.
Couillard says that there is no record of what the Board originally approved
and there is no way to prove that there have been no changes.
JC stated, it should be a very simple review for Joe
Serwatka, Town Engineer.
Joe
Serwatka picked up the Coulson Pratt drawings yesterday, Mr. Couillards only
concern is that the replacement Mylar was generated after the fact, so Joe has
nothing to compare it too.
Formal signing rescheduled for next meeting, February
8, 2006.
b. Minor SPR Harold Nabhan, 25 Broadway 5 OClock site. Tom Cook representing applicant filed minor
site plan, to construct 8200 sq ft. deck on
existing pilings on the back of the property. Deck construction was stopped on Friday
January 20th, 2005 at the request of the Building Inspector.
JC questions why Mr. Nabhan pulled a building permit after an informal
meeting with Planning Board back in November 2005?
RS questions what the use of the deck is intended for? Deck does not appear that it is constructed
to last. The lumber is not pressure
treated, it appears to be low-end construction.
The splicing of a lot of the pilings, lends itself to less than solid
structure. If a lot of people were on
deck and they were dancing, board is concerned about the structure.
Mr.
Cook, states that the structure is built according to engineering standards to
accommodate 100 pounds per square foot.
LC questions lack of fencing under bottom of deck. How will applicant prevent debris from
washing up under the deck.
JC also stated that any project over 2500 sq ft should be a major SPR
project. In good faith we said we would
do it as a minor, However, the plans shows that the deck measures 9200 square
feet.
DE questions if applicant intends to install any external stairs on
deck? In the event of an emergency, how
would people get off the deck. Mr. Cook
states, people will have to go back through the club to exit the property.
JC nobody in the town has seen this plan yet, Fire, DPW and Board of Health
have yet to review this plan.
DE would like to see extra pilings removed, that are not on the
property. Also, on plan, the railings
(lattice or wire) around the perimeter of the deck appears unsightly. Also, in the front of the property, the two rental
store fronts are a mess and need to be cleaned up and made more presentable to
the public.
RS very concerned about the exit route from the deck. Has that situation been considered. Would like to have the Fire Department and
Board of Health review the plans for 25 Broadway, thoroughly.
JC read a note from Town Manager, Neil Harrington, who asked that the
Design Review Committee have an opportunity to review this project. Entertain a motion that we send this to Joe
S. and DRC. And continue until the next meeting. Also, JC
recommends that the plan remain a minor, since we allowed it to be initially.
LC motions to have Town Engineer Joe S. review site and have all
department heads review plans and continue hearing until February 8, 2006. Also, Applicant will have to pay a $200 fee
to the town to have engineer review plan.
RS Seconds
Vote on motion 5 - 0
2. 7:30 p.m. Public Hearing
Greg stated at this point, the road is going to
remain a private way.
LC would like to see alternative walking path on one side of the
road. Try and figure something out so
kids do not have to walk in the street.
JC questions how Country Drainage will flow across the road. Engineer states that the roadway is crowned, so the water will
flow to the catch basin.
Greg,
stated they have sent inventory of trees to DEP once they have reviewed
inventory, path will be considered along the side through the trees.
JC question regarding water service, is applicant planning on tying into
Rings Island Service? Greg states they
are planning on tying into that service.
Greg stated that sewer pumps will tie in by the railroad bridge.
JC are you going to run a new line for Mr. Renz? Greg states new line to
property line and water service. Also
thought it would be beneficial if the road was a public way.
LC motions to continue public hearing until February 8, 2006. Applicant signed extension letter for the
board.
LL Seconds
Vote on
motion 5 0 motion passes
LC motions to grant request for
RS Seconds
Vote on
motion 5 - 0 motion passes
LC
would like to have Town Engineer review the drainage plan and address any
issues at a future meeting. Also would
like to see project reviewed by the DRC Design Review Committee.
Fire
Dept issue, Jay wants hydrant on west side of building. Applicant stated this has been reflected on new plans. Also applicant would like to see project go
to DRC as soon as possible.
DE questions present front sidewalk width and driveway width. Presently plan states driveway is 20 feet
wide, he would like to see driveway width 24 feet wide.
DE paving of
LC concerned about larger volume of traffic. Driftwood also utilizes
RS Applicant has understanding to create easement when they have an
approved plan.
Atty.
For applicant spoke regarding old easements.
Haverhill/Amesbury Railway company 1960 land court. They are presently trying to contact Railway
heirs. Applicant may have to go to land
court if unsuccessful in contacting heirs.
LC motions to continue
RS Seconds
Vote on
motion 4 1 (DE) abstained
Jim
Babbin of Millennium discussed drainage; 100 perked, project will utilize a
recharge system, water will run off roof and into chambers under ground. Water will then infiltrate into sand
underground. Parking spaces 9 x 18,
one way signs and granite and concrete curbing.
Zoning Board issued a variance
for setback on
DE comments he is disappointed that the view of the structure from West is
not consistent due to scale to street.
JC noted that Fire Department met with architect to discuss issue with
overhead power lines. Also, BOH letter
states that trash removal is in compliance.
RS motions that 2 Broadway project as presented to be reviewed
by DRC Design Review Committee and to continue public hearing until February 8,
2006.
LL Seconds
Vote on
motion 4 1 (DE) abstained
Definitive
Application to be heard on February 8, 2006.
RS motions to continue Crooks Nominee Trust hearing until
February 8, 2006.
LL Seconds
Vote on
motion 5 0 motion passes
3.
New Business cont.
LC would like to continue the hearing until they get the proper signed
license from the Board of Selectmen.
RS motions to approve placement of temporary office trailer on
site, and recommends they file for a major SPR 30 days from date of hearing (February 24, 2006).
DE Seconds
Vote on
motion 4 1 (LC opposed)
4.
Reports of Committees
5.
Correspondence
LL Motion to sign January 11, 2006 Planning Board Minutes
RS Seconds
Vote on
motion 5 0 Motion passes
6.
Adjournment
RS motions to adjourn meeting
LL Seconds
Vote on
motion 5- 0 motion passes
Meeting
adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
Minutes Approved by: Date: