Jackson Planning Board ~ PO Box 252, Jackson, NH
MINUTES PUBLIC HEARING AND REGULAR MEETING, May 12, 2011
(UNOFFICIAL UNTIL APPROVED)
Acting Chairman Betsey Harding called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
ATTENDING:
Members - Bea Davis, Ray Abbott, Betsey Harding and David Treadwell. Alternates - Daren Levitt, Michael Mallett and Larry Siebert. Scott Badger, George Howard and Sarah Kimball had called to say they would not be able to attend. All of the members will vote tonight.
Others at the meeting were Bob Davis, Robin Willits, Phyllis Killian-Abell, Patricia Schoonman, Marten Schoonman, Doug Burnell and Bob Tafuto. Betsey Harding served as Acting Chair, in the absence of both Scott Badger and Sarah Kimball; she took a moment to remember and appreciate David Urey for his years of service to the town.
The minutes of the April 14th meeting were reviewed. Ray Abbott made a motion to accept the minutes as written; David Treadwell seconded the motion and all voted favorably.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
PUBLIC HEARING:
Proposed Subdivision: Tax Map & Parcel Number: R11, Lot 9 on Iron Mt. Road owned by Robin D Willits. Doug Burnell represented the owner. The purpose of this subdivision is to swap one piece of land owned by the Willits for land owned by William Schoonman. The action must be taken during two different times, with the first application being for a Subdivision of Lot 9, and then the second would be a voluntary merger following a change to the deeds. The ultimate aim is stated as giving the town a conservation easement.
Larry Siebert read out the Subdivision checklist. There is no Mylar; that will be printed once any corrections or additions are made. The abutters’ list has all included. The surveyor’s certification statement was missing; at the deed restrictions section, it should be stated that no other deed restrictions are known. Doug Burnell stated that soil boundaries don’t show since the soils are only one type, Marlow; MEE shows at the soils description, and HISS descriptions are included on the plat. Betsey asked that there be a notation that, even if a subdivision is approved they may not easily get a building permit for that lot. Doug will add a note that the Class VI road is considered an Emergency Lane and is maintained as such by the town, except during winters. Doug Burnell will add these notes and changes
to the plat and mylar. Betsey asked if there were any further questions or comments from the Board or the audience. There were none.
Ray Abbott moved to accept the completed application; David Treadwell seconded the motion and all voted favorably. Following another opportunity for discussion, Ray Abbott made a motion to accept the subdivision with the conditions stated above; Larry Siebert seconded the motion and all voted favorably.
When the owners apply for a voluntary merger, there will be no need for a public hearing or notice to abutters.
ADDITION TO THE AGENDA:
Bob Tafuto came in with questions regarding the Davises’ plans for Grover Road, seeking direction from the Planning Board. The background is that there is a conditional approval from December, 2009; the Davises want to apply for a new Subdivision that does not show on the conditionally approved plat, but that would involve some of the same lots. The cleanest approach is to void the conditional approval and begin with a new application. However, Bob Tafuto indicated that that approach might significantly delay the process because it would require whole new engineered drawings of Grover Road, meeting the requirements of Burr Phillips, Town Engineer. At this time, the engineered drawings for the conditionally approved plat are very close to final approvals: a few written notes remain to be added to the plan. The
owners’ engineer does not use computerized drawings, so all entries must be done by hand, making it a slow process. Therefore, Bob Tafuto requested that the Board approve the December 2009 plats when Burr Phillips’ approvals are granted, and file them with the County. Then the Davises will bring in a new subdivision application of one of the same lots, without need for engineered drawings. The Board conceded that this quickest solution may be the best approach, and agreed to proceed as requested. Bob Tafuto will file new lot subdivision plans with the State, and bring a new application and plats to a future meeting.
VOLUNTARY MERGER:
Tax Map & Parcel Numbers: R13, Lot 16 & R12, Lot 164 at 226 Green Hill Road owned by Allen & Joanne Brooks. The owners need to improve their septic system and do not have space on the lot that contains the residence, but do have space on their lot across the road, where there is a garage and shed. The Board reviewed property assessment cards, indicating structures currently located on the two lots; this application makes good sense. Ray Abbott made a motion to accept the Voluntary Merger as requested; David Treadwell seconded the motion and all voted favorably.
CONTINUATION OF FRONTAGE DISCUSSION: This will be continued when Scott returns.
OLD BUSINESS:
Nominating Committee Report: Betsey Harding and Larry Siebert had volunteered for this committee. They talked with Scott and Sarah about continuing in their current offices for another year. Both agreed to do so; Board members were appreciative and voted accordingly.
Ray Abbott made a motion to adjourn; David Treadwell seconded the motion and all voted favorably.
Acting Chairman Harding adjourned the meeting 8 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan G. Way, Secretary
May 14th, 2011
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