Planning Board Meeting Minutes
February 26, 2008
1196 Main Street Town Hall
Members Present: C. Stanovich, D. Lindberg, C. Prager, W. Ritter, Al Bonofiglio
Members Absent: R. Ricker, O. Lies
Others Present: Pamela Harding, Senior Planner
7:30 PM the Planning Board meeting was called to order.
GREENWOOD ESTATES II, Definitive Subdivision, C.B. Blair Builders: The applicant was informed that Al Bonofiglio was not a voting member because he has missed more then one public hearing on the matter, the applicant chose to move forward with four members. The applicant’s traffic engineer has recommended minor changes to the existing intersection of Union and Highland Streets.
George Kiritsy addressed the Board and discussed the roadway changes to Union and Highland Street. The Board felt it was an improvement. Conditions would be required to address the timeframes and monetary compensation.
C. Prager motioned to close the Public Hearing. D. Lindberg seconded. C. Prager withdrew the motion to continue for discussion, W. Ritter seconded the motion. The Board stated that they would like time to prepare and review conditions relating to the intersection improvements. The applicant agreed and submitted a written request for a continuance.
C. Prager motioned for a continuance to March 11, 2008, with a deadline to file with the Town Clerk by March 20, 2008. W. Ritter seconded the motion, passed 4-0.
PUBLIC HEARING, 2451 MAIN STREET, J & K Ventures, Site Plan Special Permit: Ryan Garvin gave a presentation to the Board. The applicant is proposing a 1450 square foot two story addition to an existing commercial facility. Currently there is an engineering office, and hair salon located at the site. It is zoned commercial.
P. Harding had the following comments.
The applicant must provide a certified abutters list for property owners in the Town of Rutland.
That nine parking spaces located at the southern property line should be eliminated. There is no pedestrian connection to the building, resulting in people utilizing this parking area to walk in the roadway on Bond and Main Street, neither of which have sidewalks. This parking lot is also proposed in the primary riverfront area, and is not a permitted activity under the Rivers Protection Act. It is unlikely this will be permitted by the Holden Conservation Commission.
There is a detail for permeable pavers on the plan, but is unclear what area is designated for the use of this material.
The applicant must submit a planting plan, including the size and species proposed.
If signs will be altered, details must be provided.
It seems the applicant does not meet the updated Stormwater Management Regulations requirements, adopted on January 2, 2008.
The Holden Conservation Commission is questioning the wetland line south of the main parking area. Alterations to this line may affect the layout of the parking area.
W. Ritter motioned to continue the Public Hearing to April 8, 2008, with a filing with the Town Clerk by April 15, 2008. D. Lindberg seconded. All in favor.
SALISBURY STREET DEVELOPMENT, Sotir Papililo: The applicant reviewed the potential development on Salisbury Street with the Board. The applicant is proposing a mix of development styles using two permitting options, the local affordable housing by-law, and Chapter 40B, for the 72 proposed rental units going before the Zoning Board of Appeals.
C. Prager is concerned with the pump station being under the Homeowners Association. There is also some concern regarding the width of Fisher Road. The Board is also somewhat apprehensive regarding the compatibility of the different land uses, multi family, single family etc.
There was also concern about the smell and maintenance of the pump station.
C. Prager motioned to approve. A. Bonofiglio seconded. Vote 5-0, all in favor.
OTHER BUSINESS:
ZBA RECOMMENDATION, 15 ACORN DR, Variance: W. Ritter motioned there was limited planning significance. C. Prager seconded. Vote 5-0, all in favor.
BLAIR DRIVE: Not properly plowed.
WAGNER MEADOWS: Not properly plowed.
Newell Road: Sidewalk discussion.
NEXT MEETING: March 11, 2008, at 7:30 PM. at the Memorial Town Hall.
W. Ritter motioned to adjourn. C. Prager seconded. All in favor.
Adjourned 9:45 PM.
February 26, 2008 minutes approved: April 22, 2008
Debra A. Sciascia, Recording Secretary
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