REGULAR SESSION MINUTES
A Regular Session Meeting of the EAST HARTFORD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION was held in the Town Council Chambers, 740 Main Street, East Hartford, Connecticut on May 9, 2007.
The meeting was called to order at 7:55 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Anthony F. Kayser; Chairman;
John Grottole;
Paul J. Roczynski;
Thomas Fitzgerald;
John Ryan
Travis Simpson; (Alternate)
ABSENT:
Kathleen Salemi; Secretary;
Elaine Carey; Vice-Chairman;
Peter Bonzani; (Alternate);
Catherine Condio; (Alternate);
ALSO PRESENT:
Michael Dayton, Town Planner
M. Denise Horan, Town Engineer
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Chairman Anthony Kayser declared a quorum present. Chairman Anthony Kayser appointed Alternate, Travis Simpson to vote in the absence of Kathleen Salemi. Chairman Kayser stated that the Commission would be voting with six members.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Regular Session – April 11, 2007
Upon a motion by Thomas Fitzgerald, seconded by Paul Roczynski, it was VOTED (4-0) to APPROVE the above minutes. Commissioners John Grottole and John Ryan did not vote on the above due to their absence.
WORKSHOP MEETING MINUTES – April 25, 2007
Upon a motion by, seconded by Thomas Fitzgerald, seconded by Paul Roczynski, it was VOTED (5-0) to APPROVE the above minutes. Commissioner Travis Simpson did not vote on the above due to his absence.
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SUBDIVISION APPLICATION OF FRED S. & VICKIE L. FALCONE – Preliminary and Final Layout Approval, Two (2) Lots on 2.17 Acres of land located at 318 Long Hill Street.
Assessor’s Map 61 Lot #97, 98, 99
Applicant: Fred S. Falcone
Upon a motion by John Grottole, seconded by Thomas Fitzgerald, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE both the above Preliminary Subdivision Application and the Final Layout Approval with the following modification:
1. Final plans are to be signed stamped (ink and impression) by the Land Surveyor.
2. Subdivision Bond set in the amount of $171.00.
Upon a motion by John Grottole, seconded by Thomas Fitzgerald, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE the waiver provisions as follows:
1. Seepage test and boring data per Section 4.6D (7).
2. Valuable site resource map as per Section 4.6D (10).
3. Street trees along the frontage of both lots as per Section 8.7.
RESUBDIVISION APPLICATION OF PEH 1, L.P. (PROCACCIANTI GROUP) - Preliminary and Final Layout Approval, Two (2) Lots on 8.22 Acres of land located at 100 East River Drive A.K.A. “Sheraton Hartford Hotel”
Assessor’s Map 2 & 5 Lot #1
Applicant: Michael A. Voccola Esquire
Upon a motion by John Grottole, seconded by Paul Roczynski, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE the above Resubdivision Application with the following modifications:
1. Final plans are to be signed stamped (ink and impression) by the Land Surveyor.
2. Provide a key map as per sections 4.5 and 4.6(D)2 of the regulations – use 1” = 200’ MDC mapping, within 600 feet of the site, label accordingly.
3. Provide notes as to the date of the topography survey as per section 4.6(4)d.
4. Provide lines and labels for existing utilities within 200 feet of the site as per sections 4.6D(4)(5)
5. All cracked sidewalks and sidewalks with toe trips located along East River Drive and Darlin Street are to be removed and replaced – label locations.
6. Remove all +/- symbols from the lot areas.
7. Provide existing and proposed grades along the easterly side of the existing parking lot.
8. Revise construction detail for concrete walk – provide 5” concrete with 12” process base material.
9. Provide label on the bar scale, 1” = 40”.
10. Resubdivision Bond set in the amount of $6,215.00.
Upon a motion by John Grottole, seconded by Paul Roczynski, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE the waiver provisions as follows:
1. Seepage test and boring data per Section 4.6D (7).
2. Two street trees along the frontage of East River Drive and Darlin Street per Section 8.7.
3. Valuable site resource map per Section 4.6D (10).
SPECIAL PERMIT APPLICATION: Under Section 403.2(q) to allow a Restaurant/automobile oriented use on land located at 1150-1162 Burnside Avenue
Assessor’s Map #59 Lot #175 &176
Applicant: Burnhart LLC
Upon a motion by Paul Roczynski, seconded by John Ryan, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE the above Special Permit Application with the following conditions:
1. Final plans are to be signed and stamped (ink and impression) by the Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor.
2. Provide dimensions for the layout of the handicap parking stall along the westerly side of the existing building – 10 feet wide with 5 feet of pavement markings.
3. Provide handicap sign in front of the parking space – include details.
4. Revise pavement repair patch detail – 1 ½” class II surface and 1 ½” class I binder.
SITE PLAN APPLICATION – 1285-1287 Main Street, façade renovation to an existing commercial building
Applicant: Blossom Martindale
Upon a motion by Travis Simpson, seconded by Thomas Fitzgerald, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE the above Site Plan Application with the following conditions:
1. In evaluating this application, the Planning and Zoning Commission has relied upon information provided by the applicant and, if such information subsequently proves to be false, deceptive, incomplete, and/or inaccurate, this permit shall be modified suspended or revoked.
2. Existing truck box at the rear of the building shall be removed within ninety calendar days from May 9, 2007.
SITE PLAN APPLICATION - 801 Silver Lane- Construction of a new 16,854 square foot retail grocery store, parking lot and associated storm water drainage system.
Applicant: Aldi, Inc.- Connecticut Division
Upon a motion by John Grottole, seconded by Paul Roczynski, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE the above Site Plan Application with the following conditions:
1. In evaluating this application, the Planning and Zoning Commission has relied upon information provided by the applicant and, if such information subsequently proves to be false, deceptive, incomplete, and/or inaccurate, this permit shall be modified suspended or revoked.
2. Final plans are to be signed and stamped (ink and impression) by the Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor.
3. Provide separate plans for each application – label accordingly.
4. Relocate existing telecommunications line located along the westerly property line or provide an easement.
5. Provide concrete sidewalks along the frontage of Silver Lane. Include grades, dimensions, dimensional ties, etc. Proposed elevations are to be based on gutter grades of Silver Lane.
6. Provide existing grades along the gutter of Silver Lane.
7. Provide concrete pavers between the edge of road and front of walk – label accordingly. Include details (or explore other alternatives with staff).
8. Easements may be required for the installation of sidewalks along Silver Lane.
9. Revise various notes and details - provide 6” topsoil for all disturbed areas.
10. Provide a note on the plans stating that final approved shop drawings (signed and stamped by a Professional Engineer) for the retaining wall located at the truck loading area are to be submitted to the Town.
11. Provide labels for expansion joints at the loading dock.
12. Provide 8” reinforced concrete for surface pavement in loading dock – include details.
13. Revise proposed grades along the easterly property line – grade to site.
14. Provide labels for all proposed high spots in the parking lot – label accordingly.
15. Revise concrete curb detail - provide 5” concrete walk, 12” base, and 1’ – 8” overall height of curb.
16. Revise concrete walk detail - provide 5” concrete with 12” base and 8” concrete with 9” base. Expansion joints 15’ on center.
17. Provide copies of the geotechnical report and the design for the pavement sections.
18. Site Plan Bond set in the amount of $32,760.00.
Drainage Comments
1. The maximum “Q” leaving the site is to be based on the capacity of the existing 12’ pipe leaving the site.
2. Provide measures and calculations for handling the “Q” (on site) above the volume leaving the site. Include all calculations.
3. Final calculations are to be signed and stamped by the Professional Engineer
SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL APPLICATION – 801 Silver Lane – Construction of a new 16,854 square foot retail grocery store, parking lot and associated storm water drainage system.
Applicant: Aldi, Inc.- Connecticut Division
Upon a motion by John Ryan, seconded by Thomas Fitzgerald, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE the above Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Application with the following conditions:
1. Final plans are to be signed and stamped (ink and impression) by the Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor.
2. Provide separate plans for each application – label accordingly.
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MONTHLY SIGN REPORT - April 2007
Upon a motion by Thomas Fitzgerald, seconded by Paul Roczynski, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE the following monthly sign report:
The following signs were accepted by the Site Plan Review Committee from April 1 to April 30, 2007:
Sign Application – 417 Main Street, Panel replacement of one wall sign and one ground sign to an existing financial institution.
“American Eagle Federal Credit Union”
Applicant: Ed Taylor / Poyant Sign Inc.
Sign Application – 10 School Street, Installation of three wall signs and panel replacement of one wall sign to an existing retail facility.
“Rite Aid Pharmacy”
Applicant: Richard Rizzo/Agent
Sign Application - 210A Roberts Street, Installation of one wall sign to an existing industrial building.
“Fastenal”
Applicant: Preston Bonesteel/Fastenal
Sign Application – 221 Burnside Avenue, Panel replacement of one wall sign to an existing commercial building.
“Stylistic Beauty Salon and Barber Shop”
Applicant: Noel Campbell
Sign Application - 914 Main Street, Panel replacement of one wall sign to an existing commercial building.
“M. Jordan Addo – Attorney At Law”
Applicant: Margaret Jordan Addo
Sign Application – 200 Pitkin Street, Installation of one wall sign to an existing office building.
“Fresenius Medical Care East Hartford Dialysis Center”
Applicant: Anita Gold, Artex Signs
Sign Application – 206 Burnside Avenue, Installation of one wall sign to an existing commercial building.
“Mary’s Nail Salon”
Applicant: Tuan Dam
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BOND RELEASES/REDUCTIONS/SETTINGS:
· Site Plan Modification Bond Setting
Goodwin College – Riverside Drive
Applicant: Capital Studio Architects, LLC
Upon a motion by Thomas Fitzgerald, seconded by John Ryan, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE setting the above Site Plan Modification Bond in the amount of $115,500.00.
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MISCELLANEOUS:
· Letter from FLB Architecture & Planning regarding 744 Tolland Street
It was the consensus of the Commission to have the applicant pursue an application to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
· Magnet Elementary School Site Walk
It was the consensus of the Commission not to have a special site walk.
· Payment of Bills
The Hartford Courant - Public Notice Advertisements
Upon a motion by John Grottole, seconded by Paul Roczynski, it was VOTED (6-0) to APPROVE the payment of the above bill.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Kathleen Salemi, Secretary
Town Planning and Zoning Commission
KS/mc
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