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, June 5, 2006 at 7:30 p.m.
Pasbeshauke Pavillion at Saybrook Point Park
155 College Street Extension
The Commission met at 6:00 for its annual inspection of the Town’s Gravel Pits
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 None
Robert Friedmann, Vice Chairman
Walter Harris, Secretary
Paula Stuart, Regular Member
Elizabeth Steffen, Regular Member
Geraldine Lewis, Alternate Member
Charles Sohl, Alternate Member
Kathy Edgar, Alternate Member
Attendant Staff
Christina Costa, Zoning Enforcement Officer
Maura Farbotka, Recording Clerk
III MINUTES
Correction needed on page 5, section F. Motion should read “not exceed 25% of total seating”, instead of “interior seating”.
MOTION to approve the May 15, 2006 minutes as corrected MADE by M. Fish; SECONDED by R. Friedmann; no discussion on the motion. VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, R. Friedmann, W. Harris, P. Stuart; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: E. Steffen: APPROVED: 4-0-1.
IV CORRESPONDENCE
Old Saybrook Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes June 5, 2006
MOTION to approve payment of invoice # 12322, #12309, #12314, #12321, for a total of $2,291.00 MADE by E. Steffen; SECONDED: by W. Harris; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, R. Friedmann, W. Harris, Paula Stuart, E. Steffen; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
V NEW BUSINESS:
A COATAL SITE PLAN REVIEW: 819 s.f. addition, 37 Riverside Avenue, Map 59/Lot 88, Res. A Zone, CZC # 06-137, Gateway Conservation Zone. Applicant: Peter and Susan Lynch Agent: David Duncan
Mr. and Mrs. Lynch, and their architect, David Duncan were present. The property is located within 100 feet of the Connecticut River. Mr. Lynch stated they are looking got add an 819 s.f. addition which would include a bedroom, bathroom and small den. The Health Department has signed off on the current septic system. The addition will be on the existing footprint of the house. No tree removal for planned addition.
Per Mr. Duncan, siltation fencing will be used.
MOTION to approve the Coastal Site Plan Review for an 819 s.f. addition, 37 Riverside Avenue, Map 59/Lot 88, Res. A Zone, CZC# 06-137, Gateway Conservation Zone. 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. MADE by R. Friedmann; SECONDED: by W. Harris; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, R. Friedmann, W. Harris, P. Stuart, E. Steffen; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
B DISCUSSION: Saybrook Commons – Proposed Modification to Stipulated Judgment
Removed from the agenda. Saybrook Commons/Jandim Realty will reschedule. PLAN
C DISCUSSION: Londregan Commercial Group, 1596 Boston Post Road, Map 26/Lot 34, B-4 District.
Elizabeth Meyer-Gaden, a commercial broker with the Londregan Real Estate Group, was present. The current owner of 1596 Boston Post Road has shown an interest in marketing the property. Some fast food restaurant chains have shown an interest but they would require a drive-thru window. Ms. Meyer-Gaden came to the commission to explore the possibility of a Petition for Text Change to allow a drive-thru restaurant in a B-4 district. Discussion was held, with commission members raising concerns about opening more drive-thru windows. R. Friedmann noted increased garbage thrown out car windows, and also pointed out that traffic is already very busy in that area year round. He advised Ms. Meyer-Gaden that the applicant would have to come to the Commission and prove that a drive-thru window
would be an asset to the town. Ms. Meyer-Gaden stated she would report back to the owner, and then determine how to proceed.
D DISCUSSION: Gravel Pit inspection – Renewal of Permits:
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Enforcement Officer Costa confirmed all monies for bonding and permit renewals have been received.
1. B&L Construction, Middlesex Trnpk., Map 63/Lot 3
MOTION to renew gravel pit permit to B&L Construction Middlesex Turnpike, Map 63/Lot 3 MADE by M. Fish; SECONDED: by E. Steffen; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, R. Friedmann, W.Harris, P.Stuart, E.Steffen; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
2. Dibble, Ingham Hill Rd., Map 35/Lot 7
MOTION to renew gravel pit permit to Dibble, Ingham Hill Road, Map 35/Lot 7 MADE by P. Stuart, SECONDED: by R. Friedmann; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, R. Friedmann, W. Harris, P. Stuart, E. Steffen; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED 5-0-0
3. Pointkowski, Middlesex Turnpike, Map 52/Lot 32
MOTION to renew gravel pit permit to Pointkowski, Middlesex Turnpike, Map 52/Lot 32 MADE by R. Friedmann, SECONDED: by P. Stuart; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, R. Friedmann, W. Harris, P. Stuart, E. Steffen; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
E. REQUESTS FOR BOND RELEASES.
1. North Cove Crossing, LLC;Release of one-half of its landscaping bond posted in 2005 since 1st year growth has been satisfied.
MOTION to release one-half of North Cove Crossing, LLC landscaping bond posted in 2005 since 1st year growth has been satisfied MADE: by P. Stuart; SECONDED: by E. Steffen; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, R. Friedmann, W. Harris, P. Stuart, E. Steffen; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0
2. North Cove Landing, LLC; Release of landscaping bond posted 12/03 since 2nd year growth has been satisfied..
MOTION to release landscaping bond posted 12/03 since 2nd year growth has been satisfied; MADE by E. Steffen; SECONDED: by P. Stuart; VOTING IN FAVOR: M. Fish, R. Friedmann, W. Harris, P.Stuart, E. Steffen; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0 .
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VI COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE & STAFF REPORTS:
Enforcement Officer Costa discussed numerous pending zoning issues.
Attorney Eric Knapp and Zoning Enforcement Officer Costa continue to pursue the Order to Cease and Desist with regard to the Sams property (9 Rivers Edge Road).
Chamber of Commerce looking to hold “town-wide” tag sale. This could be held at private residences, or at business locations. The Commission discussed concerns of “pop-up” tents and how to restrict this.
The Zoning Commission questioned Enforcement Officer Costa on the status of two separate properties:
1. Dirt, LLC, Spencer Plains Road, Map 25/Lot 25. The Commission instructed Officer Costa to pursue enforcement actions against Dirt, LLC for operation of unpermitted gravel pit, signs, unpermitted building, storage of farm animals, improper soil and erosion control and any other violations determined by the Enforcement Officer. The commission wanted it noted that Dirt, LLC has not returned to the Zoning Commission since their meeting in December of 2003. It is the Enforcement Officer’s understanding that the D.E.P. landfill issues and the D.O.T. right of way issues/curbcuts have not been resolved to date. The Commission authorized the Zoning Officer to take legal action as necessary to resolve these violations. A commission member stated one evening
he noticed a television on in a shed/trailer and questioned possibly if it was used for a residential structure.
2. Duncan and Andrew Downie, 6 Center Road West, Map 26/Lot 6-9. The Commission questioned the Enforcement Officer about an alleged operation of a gravel pit at this location. Chris Costa informed the commission she did not think the operation was a gravel pit, but instead stockpiling of construction materials and dirt and fill related to the operation of his business. The commission requested that Enforcement Officer Costa act on this immediately, and contact Mr. Downie to discuss action on his property and determine if they are in compliance with zoning regulations.
VII ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Fish adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m.
Respectively submitted,
Maura Farbotka, Recording Clerk
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