MOTIONS
Town of Old Saybrook
Zoning Board of Appeals
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Old Saybrook at its Regular Meeting that was held on Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Hall, First Floor Conference Room, 302 Main Street, heard and decided the following appeals:
Seated for this evenings meeting and voting were the following members: Rexford McCall, Chairman, Dorothy Alexander, Vice Chairman, Robert McIntyre, Philip Broadhurst and Carl VonDassel, Jr., alternate
Absent: Alan Spargo and Kenneth Mikulski, alternate
Present: Kim Barrows, Clerk
The meeting was then called to order at 7:00 p.m. The following public hearings were conducted, as well as the decision making sessions. The meeting has been recorded and the following actions were taken:
The Chairman introduced the Board members who were seated for this evenings meeting. The Chairman then proceeded to read the Legal Notice into the record.
15/16-25 - Knollwood Beach Association, seeks a variance of Par 10.7.1 & 10.7.2 (non-conformity enlargement/change) and Par 24.5.1 as modified by 68.1.2B(4) (narrow street setback/30’ required/26.7’ proposed) of the Zoning Regulations to permit construction of a 784 s.f. deck with handicapped ramp at 10 Clubhouse Lane, Map 004/Lot 153, Residence A Zoning District, Coastal Area Management Zone.
Discussion with respect to the public hearing that closed this evening. The existing structure is within the setbacks and predates zoning. The Clubhouse is used for the residents of Knollwood and there are 359 property owners who use the facility. Currently the structure is not handicap accessible and those residents who want to attend meetings have to stand outside on the deck or in the yard to hear. The improvements will expand the structure and include a handicap ramp and bathroom on the first floor. The expansion will be behind the building.
A Motion was made by R. McCall, seconded by R. McIntyre to GRANT Application 15/16-25 - Knollwood Beach Association. The hardship is unique that this building services the needs of 359 residents. The proposed deck and handicap ramp will make it more usable for those residents who have difficulty using restrooms in the basement and entering the facility. No discussion and a vote was taken: In favor: R. McCall, D. Alexander, P. Broadhurst, R. McIntyre, C. VonDassel Opposed: None Abstaining: None The Motion passed. 5-0-0
15/16-26 - James Burke, seeks a variance of Par 21.5.5A (minor accessory structure street line setback/50’ required/41’ proposed) of the Zoning Regulations to permit the addition of a 288 s.f. pre-built garage at 111 Bokum Road, Map 062/Lot 2-2, Residence AAA District.
Discussion with respect to the public hearing that closed this evening. The applicant would like to place a pre-built garage structure in the front setback in line with the existing house. The placement is due to a drainage pipe that goes through the property to minimize water that would flood the home, the pipe diverts water to a pond on the property. The applicant does not want to place the structure over the pipe. The existing shed on the property is to be moved so that it conforms to the zoning regulations, moving the shed can be used in lieu of a hardship.
A Motion was made by R. McCall, seconded by R. McIntyre to GRANT w/condition Application 15/16-26 - James Burke. The hardship is that the applicant does not wish to put the garage on top of the drainpipe which could lead to further deterioration of the drainpipe which the garage could do and so therefore the garage is approved as proposed by the applicant 30’ from the road. The condition is that the existing shed be placed to meet the Zoning Regulations. Discussion: P. Broadhurst stated that the drainpipe is unique to this property. No further discussion and a vote was taken: In favor: R. McCall, D. Alexander, P. Broadhurst, R. McIntyre, C. VonDassel Opposed: None Abstaining: None The Motion passed. 5-0-0
C. VonDassel recused himself for this application
15/16-27C - David J. and Janet P. Ciemier, seek a variance of Par 10.7.1 & 10.7.2 (non-conformity enlargement/change); Par 24.5.1 as modified by 68.1.2B(4) (narrow street setback/30’ required/11’ house, 3.8’ front steps/landing proposed); and Par 68.1.2B9 (tidal wetlands setback/50’ required/36’ proposed) of the Zoning Regulations to permit a 388 s.f. 2nd story addition, 211s.f. deck and 40 s.f. front landing/steps at 26 Hill Street, Map 22/Lot 92, Residence A District, Coastal Area Management Zone.
Discussion with respect to the public hearing that closed this evening. The proposal is to reframe the roof of the existing structure and construct a ½ story (388 s.f.) addition above the first floor to add a bedroom and a bathroom. The existing structure does not comply with the FEMA regulations but a foundation will be added below the structure to elevate the house 3’ 6” to elevation 13. The front stairs and landing intrude into the setback because the house has been elevated and the staircase runs parallel to the structure.
A Motion was made by P. Broadhurst, seconded by R. McIntyre to GRANT Application 15/16-27C - David J. and Janet P. Ciemier. In connection with the construction the homeowner is going to be removing the deck on the north side of the existing house and removing a sidewalk from the street to the front of the house, the house is being elevated and a necessary stairway is being built in the front entrance which is necessary because the house is becoming FEMA compliant. Also the Coastal Site Plan Review Application is approved as well because it is consistent with all applicable coastal policies and includes all reasonable measures to mitigate adverse impacts. No discussion and a vote was taken: In favor: R. McCall, D. Alexander, P. Broadhurst, R. McIntyre Opposed: None
Abstaining: None The Motion passed. 4-0-0
C. VonDassel reseated
15/16-28C - Walter C. Bansley & Sherri T. Bansley, seek a variance of Par 10.8.2 & 10.8.3 (non-conforming lot size/12,500 s.f. required/3,720 s.f. proposed); Par 24.6.2 (maximum building/structure coverage/20% allowed/29.4 % proposed); Par 24.5.1 (street line setback/25’ required/6.4 proposed to house); Par 24.5.3 (Other property line setback East /15’ required/0’ proposed to retaining wall/4.4’ proposed to stairs & house) (Other property line setback West/0’ proposed to new wall/4.4’ proposed to deck & house) of the Zoning Regulations to permit the demolition and construction of a 1,318 s.f. residence with 125 s.f. deck with stairs at 5 Beach Road West, Map 12/Lot 147, Residence A District, Coastal Area Management Zone.
Due to a discrepancy in the letters that were sent out to the abutting property owners noting that the property address as “15” and not “5” Beach Road West and the subsequent resending of correct notices, the public hearing will be opened at the May 11th Regular Meeting. The application was received in the office on February 12th so the official day of receipt is March 9th. The agent for the applicant is unable to attend the April 13th meeting so the public hearing will be opened at the May 11th Regular Meeting.
A Motion was made by R. McCall, seconded by D. Alexander to open the public hearing on Application 15/16-28C - Walter C. Bansley & Sherri T. Bansley, 5 Beach Road West on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the First Floor Conference Room at the Town Hall, 302 Main Street, Old Saybrook. No discussion and a vote was taken: In favor: R. McCall, D. Alexander, P. Broadhurst, R. McIntyre, C. VonDassel Opposed: None Abstaining: None The Motion passed. 5-0-0
15/16-29 - Gary, Anne & Kathleen Harris, seek a variance of Par 10.8.2 & 10.8.3 (non-conforming lot size/12,500 s.f. required/8,000 s.f. proposed) of the Zoning Regulations to permit the demolition and construction of a 2,360 s.f. residence at 11 Cottage Road, Map 3/Lot 22, Residence A District, Coastal Area Management Zone.
Discussion with respect to the public hearing that closed this evening. The proposal is to tear down the existing structure and construct a new fully code compliant structure. The only variance request is for the lot size since 12,500 s.f. is required and the lot is only 8,000 s.f. The house is not in a flood zone.
A Motion was made by R. McCall, seconded by R. McIntyre to GRANT Application 15/16-29C - Gary, Anne & Kathleen Harris. There are a number of nonconformities that have been eliminated. Discussion: P. Broadhurst stated that this is a double lot and it is a good use of an 80’ wide lot, the house is centered on the lot. No further discussion and a vote was taken: In favor: R. McCall, D. Alexander, P. Broadhurst, R. McIntyre, C. VonDassel Opposed: None Abstaining: None The Motion passed. 5-0-0
Correspondence: A letter dated March 7, 2016 from Patricia Provost of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage requesting that the A-2 Survey requirement be waived for approval of signage at the new office at 21 Main Street and accept an aerial photograph and a diagram of the building instead.
A Motion was made by R. McCall, seconded by R. McIntyre to WAIVE the requirement of an A-2 Survey for this project. No discussion and a vote was taken: In favor: R. McCall, D. Alexander, R. McIntyre, P. Broadhurst, C. VonDassel Opposed: None Abstaining: None The motion passed unanimously. 5-0-0
Minutes: A Motion was made by R. McCall, seconded by R. McIntyre to APPROVE the February 10, 2016 Regular Meeting Minutes as submitted. No discussion and a vote was taken: In favor: R. McCall, D. Alexander, R. McIntyre, P. Broadhurst, C. VonDassel Opposed: None Abstaining: None The motion passed unanimously. 5-0-0
Adjournment: A Motion was made by R. McCall, seconded by R. McIntyre to adjourn the March 9, 2016 Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals. No discussion and a vote was taken: In favor: R. McCall, D. Alexander, R. McIntyre, P. Broadhurst, C. VonDassel Opposed: None Abstaining: None The motion passed unanimously. 5-0-0 The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Rexford H. McCall, Chairman
THE NEXT MEETING OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS IS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 2016 AT 7:00 P.M., FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
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