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CHILMARK PLANNING BOARD
Subcommittee
APPROVED
Meeting Minutes
Monday, July 16, 2012 @ 10:30 AM
Present: Janet Weidner, Chair, Dan Greenbaum, Cathy Thompson, Andy Goldman, Joan Malkin, Jennifer Christy, Administrative Assistant
Public: Sergio Modigliani, Thomas Bena, Kate Davis, David Heilbronner, Jessica Roddy, Myles Jaffe, Julie Jaffe, Ursula Goodenough, Adam Zoia, Pam Bunker
Not Present:
- Chair Weidner called meeting to order at 10:35 a.m.
- Chair Weidner recognized Asst. Assessor Pam Bunker. Ms. Bunker responded to questions regarding the Assessors’ method of measuring a house’s dimension (gross living area measured by the exterior dimensions), how the Assessors’ mode of calculating differs from the building inspector’s, how interior spaces are measured, what is meant by “finished” in regards to livable space, & how decks and enclosed porches are dealt with. Members of the public encouraged the Board to establish a very clear definition of how to measure the size of a house. Board members expressed a strong desire to come to a definition that is consistent with other existing definitions and is clear. Chair Weidner thanked the Asst. Assessor for her time.
- Chair Weidner recognized Mr. Greenbaum and he presented a FAR comparison graph for proposed houses on 3 acres, 6 acres, & 9 acres. Discussion occurred concerning these graphs and the new information they presented, notably the apparent irrelevancy of using FAR as a trigger for houses on large lots (above 3 acres).
- Mr. Goldman was recognized and presented his document, “Outline of Proposed Temporary Bylaw Requiring Greater Review of Proposals for Residences at or over 3,500 square feet or proposals that would result in coverage in excess of 35% of possible Developmental Area.” A wide-ranging discussion occurred regarding the document. Particular questions were asked about the need for the 1-6 triggers if the initial trigger of 3,500 sq. ft or above would immediately bring an applicant before the ZBA. More concerns were raised about the feasibility of the cut/fill trigger if the identification of soil type does not happen before permitting. Questions were asked and discussion occurred regarding the proposed triggers and the need to closely define all the triggers in order to make them quantifiable.
Minutes:
- Minutes from June 26, July 2 & July 10 were reviewed. All were approved unanimously as written.
Next Meeting:
- Tuesday, July 24, 2012 @ 10:00AM
Meeting was adjourned at 12:10 pm.
Minutes respectfully submitted by Jennifer Christy, Administrative Assistant.
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