TOWN OF OLD SAYBROOK
Zoning Commission
302 Main Street Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475-1741
Telephone (860) 395-3131 FAX (860) 395-1216
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, May 1, 2006 at 7:30 p.m.
Pasbeshauke Pavillion at Saybrook Point Park
155 College Street Extension
I CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Fish called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
II ROLL CALL
Attendant Members Absent Members
Madeleine Fish, Chairman Robert Friedmann, Vice Chairman
Walter Harris, Secretary Paula Stuart, Regular Member
Elizabeth Steffen, Regular Member Charles Sohl, Alternate Member
Geraldine Lewis, Alternate Member
Kathy Edgar, Alternate Member
Attendant Staff
Christina Costa, Zoning Enforcement Officer
Maura Farbotka, Recording Clerk
Alternate Members G. Lewis and K. Edgar will be seated for Regular Members R. Friedmann and P. Stuart
III MINUTES
Correction needed on page 2. Motion should read “no more than”, not “no less than”.
Correction needed under New Business (page 2). Project Engineer should read Stuart Fairbank, not Fairbanks.
MOTION to approve the April 3, 2006 minutes as corrected MADE by E. Steffen; SECONDED by G. Lewis; no discussion on the motion. VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, W. Harris, E. Steffen, G. Lewis, K. Edgar; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
IV CORRESPONDENCE
E. Steffen raised questions about bill from Traffic Engineering Solutions, P.C. totaling $1,394.50
Old Saybrook Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes May 1, 2006
(see Invoice #4, dated October1, 2005). Portion of the bill dates back to August 2004. Zoning Officer C. Costa stated there is still no application on file to pay this bill. The commission was concerned about how past due the balance is, and would like it paid.
MOTION to pay Traffic Engineering Solutions, P.C. in the amount of $1384.50, to be paid from the Zoning Commission Consulting Budget, MADE by E. Steffen; Discussion on Motion: Officer Costa will determine how file will be set up so payment can be made. SECONDED: by W. Harris; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, W. Harris, E. Steffen, K. Edgar, G. Lewis; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
V DISCUSSION: OUTSIDE FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE
Applicant: Vinnie’s Saybrook Fish House, 99 Essex Road
By: Stephen Sheehan, Attorney for Vin Baker
Attorney Sheehan was present. He explained they are looking for outdoor seating to include counter seating, and several tables seating 2,4,and 6 people.
Attorney Sheehan estimated that Vinnie’s Fish House had indoor seating for approximately 155 people. The Commission pointed out that outdoor seating cannot exceed 25% of indoor seating. Mr. Sheehan stated that the 155 seats may not include seating at the bar.
MOTION to approve the application for Outside Food and Beverage Service for Vinnie’s Saybrook Fish House, 99 Essex Road, for up to 25% of the indoor seating, MADE by M. Fish, SECONDED: by G. Lewis. No discussion on the motion. VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, W. Harris, E. Steffen, G. Lewis, K. Edgar: OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
It was noted that Attorney Sheehan should confirm the exact number of indoor/outdoor seating to determine 25%, which would be the allowable outdoor seating. Mr. Sheehan will report this to the Zoning Officer. Will review the exact seating numbers at the 5/15/06 Zoning Commission meeting.
VI COASTAL SITE PLAN REVIEW:Garage and shed, 45 sea La., Map 19/Lot 242, District A
Applicant: David Miller
Zoning Officer Costa stepped down from this Site Plan Review.
Applicant David Miller was present. He would like to build a two car detached garage (624 s.f.) and storage shed on his property.
Plan is within setbacks. No wetlands on property. Garage will have no living space. There will be electricity, but no plumbing. Storage only on second floor of garage. Gravel driveway was suggested by the commission.
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MOTION to approve Coastal Site Plan Review for a garage and shed at 45 Sea La., Map 19/Lot 242, District A; Applicant: David Miller. That the project be approved as submitted because it is consistent with all applicable coastal policies and includes all reasonable measures to mitigate adverse impact. The Commission also approves certificate of zoning compliance. MADE by E. Steffen; SECONDED: by G. Lewis; no discussion on the motion. VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, W. Harris, E. Steffen, K. Edgar, G. Lewis; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
Zoning Enforcement Officer was reseated.
VII PUBLIC HEARING
A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE APPLICATION/CSP APPLICATION
Construction of 11,200 s.f. contractor’s warehousing and storage facilities, Ingham Hill Rd., Map 35/Lot 12, I-1 District – CZC # 06-068
Applicant: Bessoni Builders
Stuart Fairbank, an engineer with Angus MacDonald/Gary Sharpe Associates was present, along with the applicant, George Bessoni of Bessoni Builders.
Mr. Fairbank presented the commission with a revised site plan with some minor changes. He gave a summary of the property. It is in an industrial zone, with an existing gravel drive. It has a public water source, and underground utilities. There is a pond on the location. There are high tension wires which run from the Old Saybrook High School to Elm Street. These wires were a factor in dictating where the location of the warehouse/storage facility would go.
This site plan has approval from the Inland/Wetlands Commission, and a favorable recommendation from the Architectural Review Board, and the Planning Commission. The revised site plan addressed items pointed out from Engineer J. Jacobson. The revisions mentioned included additional turf reinforcement, roof leaders, and fencing to keep activity away from infiltration basin. (Along with correcting any downed fence). It was pointed out that a portion of the land is deeded to passive. Mr. Fairbank noted that the pedestrian walking trail goes along the perimeter, and the walkway would be resurfaced with gravel.
The commission suggested an area be set aside for outdoor storage.
Chris Costa noted the Fire Marshall report has not been received.
Commissioner Fish opened the Public Hearing to the audience for questions.
MOTION to close public hearing MADE by E.Steffen; SECONDED by G. Lewis; no discussion on the motion. VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, W. Harris, E. Steffen, G. Lewis, K. Edgar; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
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MOTION to approve SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE APPLICATION/COASTAL SITE PLAN APPLICATION for construction of 11,200 s.f. contractor’s warehousing and storage facilities, Ingham Hill Road, Map 35/ Lot 12,I-1 District – CZC # 06-068; Applicant: Bessoni Builders. That the project be approved as submitted because it is consistent with all applicable coastal policies and includes all reasonable measures to mitigate adverse impact. Conditions: 1. That the Fire Marshall sends a positive report, approving the site plan, and 2. Bonding be set for erosion control, siltation and landscaping. Bonding to be set by the town engineer. MADE by G. Lewis; SECONDED by W. Harris; no discussion on the motion; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, W. Harris, E. Steffen, K. Edgar, G. Lewis,
OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
MOTION to amend the agenda and move item VIII to the end after item IX, Committee Reports; MADE by M. Fish; SECONDED: by G. Lewis; no discussion on the motion; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, W. Harris, E. Steffen, K. Edgar, G. Lewis; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
IX COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE & STAFF REPORTS
Zoning Officer Chris Costa discussed several outdoor seating and beverage service renewals including Vanderbrookes, Dunkin Donuts, Fiores, James Gallery, Paperback Café. A new item was Rosemary & Sage Restaurant. They submitted a drawing indicating their proposed seating would be located between the two front doors, consisting of 16 seats. The commission agreed all applications could be handled administratively. C. Costa explained proposal from “Littel Acres Farm Market” which is looking to set up a wagon/stand located in the parking lot of Atlantic Seafood. They would sell various fruits and vegetables. Concern raised by K. Edgar with regard to the heavy traffic area, and parking lot. It was suggested by C. Costa to approve for seasonal, but review for any
problems.
MOTION to approve as presented on a temporary basis, to review again on July 1st for any problems/concerns MADE by M. Fish; SECONDED by K. Edgar; No discussion on the motion; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, W. Harris, E. Steffen, G. Lewis, K. Edgar; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
Zoning Officer Costa discussed the Saybrook Point working with CL&P for a generator, and the possible location for this generator. The Commission agreed both the Saybrook Point and possibly CL&P should come to the Commission to discuss alternate locations.
The sign situation with CVS has been resolved. Fashion Imports will be moving to Main Street. Chris Costa continues to work on the Carter house with the new owners.
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VIII WORKSHOP: PROPOSED REVISIONS TO GATEWAY STANDARD REGULATIONS
Commissioner Fish emphasized that by adding the Gateway Standards to the Old Saybrook Regulations, we can further protect the Connectictut River. Zoning Officer Chris Costa discussed at length all the changes in the regulations adopting the Gateway Standards, which would make our regulations stronger. It was suggested that we move these revisions to Public Hearing, a date to be determined.
X ADJOURNMENT
The Chairman adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m. until the next regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, May 15, 2006 at the Pasbeshauke Pavilion, Saybrook Point Park, 155 College Street Extension at 7:30 p.m.
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